DID YOU KNOW THAT VITAMIN B6 MAY HELP TREAT OR CURE:

• Acne                                                                                 
• Alcoholism
• Anemia
• Asthma
• Cancer
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Cavities
• Depression 
• Diabetes
• Heart Disease
• Hyperactivity
• Kidney Stones
• Lupus
• Premenstrual Syndrome
• Preeclampsia
• Toxemia of Pregnancy

Bladder Cancer (prevent recurrences)

Diabetes (eliminate numbness, burning tingling, joint pains and swelling that occurs in legs and feet)

Hyper-activeness (relieves symptoms and calms the behavior of some)

Premenstrual (moderate or severe, tension and swelling)

Fertility (restores in some previously infertile women)

Heart Disease (might help prevent)

Autistic children (might help improve their functions)

Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for B6 is 50 mg a day, but because of the culprits Click on Link, we have to take 20-500 times the RDA.  For severe cases 800 mg is recommended. Food alone can't help us get the RDA.

Enzymes play a crucial role in bodily functions.  Enzymes that depend on vitamin B6 (and in particular on its metabolically active form, pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, PLP) are of great relevance to biology and medicine, as they catalyze (cause an action or process to begin.)  a wide variety of biochemical reactions mainly involving amino acid substrates.

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) plays an important role in many bodily functions, including protein metabolism, red blood cell production, glycogenolysis (in which glycogen is broken down to glucose), conversion of the amino acid tryptophan to niacin, neurotransmitter formation, and immune-system function.  Meats, whole-grain products, vegetables, and nuts contain high concentrations of vitamin B6, thou bio-availability of the nutrient is highest in animal products. Deficiency leads to decreased neurological and dermatological function and weakened immunity.  

Pregnancy

Empty calories found in sugar, refined flour, fatty and over-processed foods should be avoided while pregnant.

While pregnant, 30 to 60 milligrams of iron is needed.

The more protein you eat, the more B6 you will need.

Mothers who consumed a low percentage in B6 had gave birth to smaller babies.

B6 prevents nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

The level of vitmain B6 in a mother's body relates directly to the amount of B6 in her breast milk.  B6 supplements may be capable of suppressing lactation (the secretion of milk by the mammary glands.).

Birth defects and brain damage in infants may be prevented by consuming B6.

There is value in prevention and treatment of toxemia and gestational diabetes while taking B6.

Herpes Gestation can be treated safely while using B6 and is extremely effective and an alternative to treatment.

Depression (Emotional)

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Causes Seizures

Anxiety

Bloated Stomach

PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)
Weakness
Fatigue
Irritability
Confusion



PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME

PMS can be relieved by B6 consumption.  The symptoms such as emotional tension, depression, headaches, weight gain, fluid retention, swollen breasts, bloated abdomen, nausea, constipation, eruptions of acne on the face or shoulders, clumsiness and accident prone, increased appetite and intensive craving for sweet and salty foods can all be remedied if treated by adding more B6 to the diet.

Women deficient in B-complex vitamins have too much estrogen which causes heavy menstrual flow, irregular periods, cystic breasts and premenstrual tension.

SEROTONIN

Serotonin is an antidepressant. 

Deficiency in B6 also causes serotonin levels to be inactive.  Serotonin is a compound present in blood platelets and serum that constricts the blood vessels and acts as a neurotransmitter.  It is mainly found in the gastrointestinal tract, the platelets and the central nervous system of animals and is thought to contribute to a sense of well being and happiness.

Serotonin is a chemical messenger that's believed to act as a mood stabilizer. It's said to help produce healthy sleeping patterns as well as boost your mood.

There are many researchers who believe that an imbalance in serotonin levels may influence mood in a way that leads to depression.

CULPRITS

Steady Consumption of Refined Sugar

White Flour

Over-processed foods

Environmental Changes

What will be covered:
Why you may have a B6 deficiency?
How B6 may prevent complications of pregnancy and symptoms of PMS?
How B6 may relieve depression, asthma, arthritis and many other health problems?


ANTIMETABOLITES
An antimetabolite is a chemical that inhibits the use of a metabolite, which is another chemical that is part of normal metabolism. Such substances are often similar in structure to the metabolite that they interfere with, such as the antifolates that interfere with the use of folic acid. The presence of antimetabolites can have toxic effects on cells, such as halting cell growth and cell division, so these compounds are used as chemotherapy for cancer.

Penicillamine

Cycloserine

Birth Control Pills

Top Antimetabolites:

• Modern food processing generates vitamin B6 deficieny.
• Industrial wastes in our water (PCB - Polychlorinated Biphenyls) Fish (tops it) along with meat, poultry, eggs and milk. Michigan has high levels of PCB contamination.
• Canning of vegetables
• Vegetable Oil, Corn Oil
• Caramel Color
• Flaxseed Meal
• Button Mushrooms
• Alfalfa Sprouts :(
• Consuming Nutrient Depleted Foods

HYDRAZINES and HYDRAZIDES Defined

Rocket Fuel

Cigarette Smoke

May Cause Cancer

Maleic Hydrazide (In chips.  2 ounces of them provide more than 8 mg of unwanted maleic hydrazide.)

Those exposed live near a military base or launching pad are exposed more due to the air being polluted with rocket or jet fuel.

SUCCINIC ACID 2 AND 2-DIMETHYLLHYDRAZIDE

Succinic Acid 2, 2-Dimethylhydrazide sprayed on peaches, nectarines, tomatoes, brussel sprouts, cherries, grapes and apples.  Sprayed to lower production costs by shortening the ripening period for fruits.  This chemical enables farmers to harvest a tree once and only once with a mechanical device. This too causes B6 Deficiency.

AGONIST-ANTAGONIST

Examples of full agonists are heroin, oxycodone, methadone, hydrocodone, morphine, opium and others. An antagonist is a drug that blocks opioids by attaching to the opioid receptors without activating them. Antagonists cause no opioid effect and block full agonist opioids. Examples are naltrexone and naloxone.

ANTAGONISTS IN OUR FOOD THAT CAUSE B6 DEFICIENCY
Food Colorants (such as Tartapazine - aka FD&C Yellow No. 5 coloring agent)
Several Herbicides
Plant Growth Regulators (contaminates our foods)
Medications

Read more on this in the book: The Doctor's Guide To Vitamin B6 by Alan Gaby, MD

Also, check out these additional links from my blog to find out more about B6 deficiencies -

B6 and Pregnant   Symptoms of B6 Deficiency  B6 Help

Foods Rich In Sulfur (Sulphur): Onions, Garlic, Eggs, Flax Seeds, Walnuts, Raw Food

MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is an organic sulfur compound that’s naturally derived during the earth’s rain cycle.  Sulfur is present in many natural unprocessed foods, but it’s quickly lost during the cooking process.  MSM is gaining a lot of attention due to the recent focus on longevity and anti-aging technologies.  

Improves skin health and complexion.  MSM is necessary for collagen production.  Sagging skin and wrinkles, as well as dry, cracked skin are all developed through a loss of collagen.  MSM works together with Vitamin C to build new, healthy tissues.  MSM can normalize collagen formation and radically improve skin health.

Strengthens hair and nails,  Collagen and keratin and both critical for the production of healthy hair and nails.  MSM is a bonafide “beauty mineral” that provides the sulfur needed to produce collagen and keratin.  It’s also highly noted to contribute to exceptional strength and thickness of the hair and nails, which can be noticed in just a couple weeks of consistent use.

How to use MSM:

MSM can be purchased in powder form or in supplement capsules.  For best results using the MSM powder, added it to your water along with a botanical source of vitamin C like Camu Camu Berry or lemon juice.  Most MSM supplements contain synthetic byproducts, but you can find an organic, 100% naturally derived MSM.   Start with one teaspoon of MSM powder in 16 ounces of water, and gradually work your way up to 2 to 3 tablespoons per day to see some really impressive results.

Peaches, Cauliflower, Mangoes, Sweet Potatoes, Sweet Bell Peppers and Spicy Chili Peppers

Natural cure for skin problems: Since olden times, vitamin C has been used to treat a lot of skin-related problems. Today, vitamin C is used in a lot of moisturizers, face packs and masks for rendering natural glow to the skin. Vitamin C is helpful in reducing wrinkles and preventing sagging skin by improving the elasticity of. It also helps to protect the skin from harmful UV rays of the sun. 

Helps heal wounds: Vitamin C is an essential factor required for the production of collagen, a protein present in connective tissues of the body (skin, tendons, muscles, ligaments etc). Therefore, vitamin C is especially helpful in healing wounds of all types. From minor cuts to deep wounds, broken bones and burns , vitamin C speeds up the healing process and helps you to recover faster.

Tomatoes, Olives, Raw Seeds, Asparagus, Cayenne Pepper, Red Bell Peppers, Almonds, Broccoli

Vitamin E oil works to block free radicals from the body, which play a large part in the aging process. If we can fight off free radicals, then we can reduce wrinkles and keep the skin youthful-looking.

Vitamin E oil is also effective in soothing minor sunburns. On being applied on the skin, it is readily absorbed by the epidermis and heals the damage caused due to exposure to ultraviolet rays. To experience quick relief, this oil should be applied twice a day on the sun burnt areas.

Brown spots can be attributed to a variety of factors such as free radical damage, aging, liver problems etc. Vitamin E oil is effective in preventing and repairing free radical damage. Applying this oil on brown spots, lubricates the cell membranes causing cell regeneration which consequently helps to smoothen dry skin and lighten the spots.

Pure vitamin E oil is extremely versatile. A major benefit of vitamin E oil for the skin is that it helps the healing process. As vitamin E is absorbed by the epidermis layer of the skin, it can be used for treating sunburn or protecting you from the sun.

Another wonderful benefit of vitamin E oil is that it can be used to treat scars, acne, and wrinkles because it speeds up cell regeneration. This creates an anti-aging effect, which makes the skin look younger. 

Vitamin E oil benefits the skin by helping it retain its natural moisture content. Vitamin E oil makes dull-looking, dry skin look healthier and fresher. You can apply a few drops of vitamin E oil to your nails and cuticles which is an effective way of treating the skin.

How much water should we drink a day?

The Institute of Medicine indicated in a report that the general recommendations for men are approximately 3.7 liters (125 ounces daily) of total water, and for women are approximately 2.7 liters (91 ounces) of total water from all beverages and foods each day.

(What five gallons of water look like)

Drinking a gallon (128 ounces) of water a day  is a "kidney water cleanse" and is usually enough the clean the kidneys, unless you have lower back pains from kidney stones. Kidney stones and gravel can be dissolved and expelled from the body using a "Watermelon Cleanse" or a "Herbal Kidney Cleanse."

How to Drink a Gallon of Water a Day to Lose Weight

Recent research suggests that a person who drinks a lot of water every day enjoys better digestion and may lose weight quickly. According to Dr. Brenda Davy, people who drink a couple glasses of water before a meal tend to eat up to 75 fewer calories at that particular sitting. Even though this amount might not seem impressive at first, Davy claims it can help you lose 10 pounds or more within a year.

Step 1

Drink two glasses of water right after you wake up. Make sure each glass holds approximately 8 ounces or water. An easy way to accomplish this is by filling a 16-ounce water bottle and placing it beside your bed each night so you always have easy access to water.

Step 2

Take one glass of water before you have breakfast. Then, during breakfast, drink an additional glass, which will help you digest your meal better and ensure that you start the day well hydrated.

Step 3

Enjoy three glasses of water in the period before lunch. If you exercise during this part of the day, drink additional water to replenish the reserves you expel through perspiration.

Step 4

Drink two glasses of water with lunch. If your lunch is protein- or fiber-heavy, drink one more glass of water to help digestion.

Step 5

Consume at least three glasses of fresh water in the period between lunch and dinner. Add a slice of lemon to give your drink a refreshing flavor. Don't add sugar, which reduces the effectiveness of the water.

Step 6

Wash down dinner with another two glasses of water. You should have consumed nearly a gallon of water by this time. It is important to drink the majority of your water before late evening to help reduce restroom stops during the night.

Step 7

Take one glass of water with a late-night snack. It is easy to confuse the feeling of thirst with hunger, but no matter how much you eat, only water will quench your thirst. Washing down a light snack with water will help you reduce late-night munching and facilitate digestion throughout the night.

(Coleman 1-Gallon Jug)

$6.88 @ Walmart

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Coleman-1-Gallon-Jug/23787723

Tips and Warnings

Even if you are concerned about your weight, do not drink enormous amounts of water, which may lead to hyponatremia, a condition characterized by low levels of sodium in the blood. Symptoms include irritability, confusion and, in severe cases, coma.

The human body has a hard time differentiating between hunger and thirst. This means that people who don't drink enough water during the day often confuse thirst with hunger, and end up eating more at meals than they should.

Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/200955-how-to-drink-a-gallon-of-water-a-day-to-lose-weight/#ixzz2Wziq3TGb

Lemon or Lime Juice Cleanse

-According to the Mayo Clinic, the citric acid in lemon or lime juice may be effective in reducing calcium levels in the urine which reduces the risk of developing calcium kidney stones.

For this type of kidney cleanse, combine:
2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice,
2 tablespoons of organic maple syrup,
1/10 teaspoon cayenne pepper,
10 to 14 ounces of spring or purified water, lukewarm in temperature.

(Drink this mixture three times a day for three to five days.)

 In-between you are allowed to drink other diluted fruit or vegetable juices, water and herbal teas as well as eat fresh vegetables and fruits. The goal is to drink at least one gallon of diluted juice each day.

Cranberry Juice Cleanse

Step 1

Drink 6 to 8 cups of water per day. This will ensure that your blood volume stays high and the active ingredients in your kidney cleanse are rapidly delivered to your kidneys.  Drinking a gallon of water a day is a "kidney water cleanse" and is usually enough to clean the kidneys, unless you have lower back pains from kidney stones. Kidney stones and gravel can be dissolved and expelled from the body using a "Watermelon Cleanse" or a "Herbal Kidney Cleanse."

Step 2

Drink 1 to 2 cups of unsweetened cranberry juice per day.

Step 3

(Milk Thistle)

(Green Tea Leaves)

(Green Tea with Milk Thistle)

Support your kidneys further with green tea and milk thistle. Consume 250 to 500 mg of green tea extract daily, or make tea from the leaf itself. You can make the tea by letting the leaves steep in hot water for 5 to 10 minutes. Consume 80 to 160 mg of milk thistle extract two or three times per day. Or make a tea from milk thistle by crushing 1 tbsp. of seeds and letting them steep for 20 minutes.

Watermelon Cleanse


3-Day Watermelon Cleanse

(Watermelon Juice)

Upon rising:
6 ounces of ,watermelon juiced
½ lemon, juiced with the watermelon

Optional: add grated ginger, mix in blender. You can also juice the ginger and mix with watermelon juice.
To juice the watermelon. Place watermelon in blender. Blend well. Use a cheese cloth or nut milk bag to strain the watermelon. Mix lemon juice and watermelon together.

(Watermelon Smoothie)

Mid-morning:
Watermelon smoothie.

To prepare watermelon smoothie: Place 2 cups of watermelon in blender or Vitamix. Blend for 30 seconds or until watermelon is well mixed. Drink!

Optional: Add 2 tbsp. of chopped cilantro and blend along with the watermelon.

Afternoon:
2-3 cups chopped watermelon.

To prepare watermelon smoothie: Place 2 cups of watermelon in blender or Vitamix. Blend for 30 seconds or until watermelon is well mixed. Drink!

(Watermelon Soup)

Evening:
Watermelon Soup.

This isn’t really a “soup” per se, but something that can be mixed up and consumed as part of a watermelon fast.

4 cups watermelon, seeded and cubed
Juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp. fresh mint, chopped.
1 tbsp. fresh ginger, chopped or minced
1/8 tsp ground cardamom

Place 3 cups watermelon in food processor and blend until smoothie. Dice up the remaining 2 cups of watermelon into very small pieces and add to the puree. In a separate bowl, combine the lime juice, mint, ginger, and cardamom. Add this to the other mixture and stir well.


Apple Juice Cleanse

This is a three day cleanse in which you only drink water and fresh apple juice. You are allowed to drink one gallon each of apple juice and spring or purified water each day, either mixed together or separately.



Tips:
Seven to ten days before beginning a kidney cleanse you should eliminate harmful foods and toxins such as alcohol, smoking, sugar, sodium, caffeine, wheat, dairy, fish, meat and eggs to prepare the body for a complete detoxification.

Warnings:
People who are diabetic or taking prescription medications should not attempt a kidney cleanse without first talking to their doctor.

Women who are pregnant should not do a juice kidney cleanse.

Do not drink grapefruit juice during a kidney cleanse fast.

A kidney cleanse with a juice fast should not be done more than once a month or it can deprive the body of essential nutrients.


Read more: http://www.mademan.com/mm/how-cleanse-kidney-natural-juices.html#ixzz2WzrDeFkM

Naturally Protect Your Kidney Against Stones, Malfunction, and Failure

•  ELIMINATE SOFT DRINKS!
  
  Many soft drinks contain both caffeine and sugar. The excess sugar both dehydrates the body and over stimulates the pancreas to release insulin which is stressful on your heart.

• ELIMINATE CAFFEINE AND ALCOHOL!
  
  
  Caffeine and alcohol are strong diuretics. For every cup of coffee or glass of beer, the body gives up three glasses of water—which means the body is perpetually dehydrated.
  
  People who regularly consume these beverages can never really quench their thirst because their bodies are always running out of water.

• SWEAT MORE!
  
  Sweating helps to eliminate toxins through your skin and thus alleviates the load placed on your lungs, colon and kidneys.

• REDUCE RED MEAT INTAKE!
  
  Uric acid kidney stones form when we consume excessive amounts of animal protein —especially red meat. If the kidneys don’t remove all the uric acid, it ends up in the areas of the body with the poorest circulation like the toes and the feet and gout crystals (uric acid) are formed.

• INCREASE YOUR GREENS!
  
  When you eat meat, cheese and all processed foods, you are eating acid-forming foods that throw off acid waste that accumulates in the kidneys. When you eat greens or green drinks, you alkalize the body and help cleanse acid waste accumulation.

• TAKE VIGOROUS EXERCISE!
  
  When you walk, run, jump on a mini-trampoline or ride a bike for 20 minutes every day, you help activate the lymph system which helps cleanse the body of toxins and reduces stress on the kidneys.

• REDUCE USE OF OVER-THE-COUNTER PAINKILLERS!
  
  Over the-counter painkillers must be broken down by the liver and kidneys. Both organs can become extremely taxed, fatigued and worn out by this constant detoxification process.

Herbs for a Natural Kidney Cleanse

Looking for a natural way to cleanse your kidneys? In addition to drinking plenty of water (which is important to do every day), here are some botanicals that are traditionally used for the occasional kidney cleanse:

[Uva Ursi (Bearberry)]

Uva Ursi is an astringent herb that can have an antiseptic effect on the kidneys, and as such has been used to address conditions such as urethritis (inflammation of the urethra) and cystitis (inflammation of the bladder).

(Horsetail)

 Horsetail is high in silica and is also an astringent. It is also a diuretic, which means it helps you produce more urine, flushing out infectious agents and irritants. The high silica content might also help restore damaged, irritated tissue in the urinary tract and help tone the bladder.

(Parsley)

Parsley is a potent diuretic. It is believed to help rid the body of excess urea and other acidic metabolites. It is also highly nutritious.

(Nettle in bowl, Nettle Tea in Glass)

Nettle is packed with important vitamins and minerals including chlorophyll, beta carotene, vitamins A, B2, C and E, calcium, potassium, and iron. Like parsley, it is a powerful diuretic that is believed to rid the body of urea along with harmful bacteria.

If you’re interested in doing a kidney cleanse, talk to your health care professional about which of these or other botanicals might be good for you.

Obey nature’s urges

When you feel an initial need to visit the restrooms, don’t put it off.

Postponing urinating means the body starts to reabsorb some of the toxins which the kidneys have already filtered out. 

The Healthy Grilled Cheese Sandwich 

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Farenheit. Spray a cookie sheet with a little organic olive oil cooking spray. Using your favorite low-fat cheese and spelt bread, make a sandwich, put it on the cookie sheet, mist the top slice with organic olive oil cooking spray, and cook for 10 minutes.  Or try this in a panini maker.  Put on high setting. Brush olive oil on  top of each spelt bread.  Place low-fat cheese in between bread, place on panini maker and close.  Leave on for about 2-3 minutes.


Spelt Flour Cinnamon Roll 

4 ½ cups spelt flour
1 ½ cups warm water
1 tsp. sea salt
½ cup olive oil
1 tsp. Yeast
½ cup honey

Mix flour and sea salt together. Put yeast in very warm water to dissolve, then add honey and oil. Mix all ingredients together. Knead lightly. Let rise until double, roll out and spread melted butter on it. Sprinkle sugar over butter. I use fructose sugar, but you can use brown sugar or granulated sugar. Dust cinnamon over sugar. Roll up and cut in about one inch increments. Place cut rolls in baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Enjoy!

Sandwich with spelt bread. Layer sliced turkey, low-fat cheese and sliced vegetables on spelt bread and eat it for a healthy and filling midday meal.