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A large portion of the industrialized world’s meat, poultry, and dairy
products contain estrogens that are added to animal feed for the profit of the farmer
and at the expense of our health. In addition to these synthetic estrogens, pesticide residues with estrogenic
properties are consumed in the feed that is given to these animals and are subsequently
concentrated in milk and the fat of the meat. These foreign estrogens are then deposited
on our fatty tissues and on estrogen receptors where they have been shown to promote the
symptoms of PMS, unpleasant menopause and other conditions such as fibrocystic breast
disease, breast cancer and prostate disorders in men.
There are, however, "good estrogens" available in our food supply. By replacing
animal proteins with saponin-rich plant foods, such as soy products, we can introduce
phyto-estrogens which contain genistein and diadzin. These beneficial isoflavones have a
higher affinity for estrogen receptors than "bad" estrogens and have been demonstrated to
have protective influences against PMS, menopause, breast and endometrial cancer and all
of the unpleasant effects caused by "Estrogen Dominance".
Important Dietary/Lifestyle Modifications Include
Eliminate commercially grown meat, poultry and dairy containing added hormones. Replace with Soy Products (Tofu), Cold Water Fish, Legumes or free-range organically grown animal meats (if necessary). According to Dr. Andrew Weil, two ounces of meat per day will satisfy human protein requirements.
Replace the usual personal care products (soaps, lotions, shampoos, perfumes, etc.) with those that are petro-chemical-free or all plant based.
Completely eliminate artificial sweeteners, artificial colors (red 40, yellow 5, etc.), MSG (Monosodium Glutamate, a.k.a. autolyzed yeast, hydrolyzed vegetable protein & natural flavoring, +43 additional aliases), Aluminum (some baking powders, deodorants, salt, sugar, etc.), mercury (dental fillings), and tobacco products.
Avoid hydrogenated fats (they convert estrogen to harmful estrogen metabolites).
Consume >75 grams of fiber daily (one tablespoon Whole Psyllium Seed Husks = 9 grams; one serving of fruit, grain or vegetable = 3 grams average).
Increase complex carbohydrates to 70 percent of daily caloric intake.
Consume smaller, more frequent meals or snacks.
Consume low quantities of protein in the evening.
Achieve quality sleep (2 Tablespoons of Psyllium + 2 Omega III + 400 I.u. Vitamin E + one 5-HTP at bedtime).
Never go more than 4 hours during any day or 12 hours overnight without food.
Drink ample water (preferably distilled or filtered). 12 glasses daily. Fluid restriction can be harmful.
Supplement with a properly formulated calcium formula (i.e. MCHA Calcium + Cofactors).
Exercise (20-30 minutes, three or four days per week).
Laugh freely! (preferably with your mate).
Learn to breathe correctly...breathe only through the nose; breathe no more than 5-6 liters of air per minute at rest; breathe from the diaphragm; breathe relaxed. Dr. Buteyko, Russia.
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