#1 Eat “Low Fat” Foods


 The theory that saturated fats and dietary cholesterol clog arteries has been effectively disproved by a number of highly respected scientists.  The real culprit is “trans-fatty acids” found in margarine and vegetable oils and foods with “partially hydrogenated oils.”


 #2 Use Artificial Sweeteners to Avoid Sugars


 Aspartame, which is marketed as NutraSweet or Equal is used in diet and sugar-free foods.  There is a clear scientific link between aspartame and seizure disorders, chronic headaches, and hyperactivity in children.


 #3 Eat Processed And Junk Food


 Animal growth hormones and antibiotics don’t go away after an animal is butchered,prepared for market or cooked.  35 Million pounds per year add up. Genetically modified, hybridized and irradiated foods are all passed along and sold as food in public grocery stores.


 #4 Have Surgery to Remove “Spare Body Parts”


 The appendix and tonsils are very necessary lymphoid tissue which is part of the body’s immune system.  Gallbadders & Reproductive Systems serve a functional purpose which cannot be replaced with drugs.


 #5 Wolf Down Food Without Chewing


 The chewing reflex signals the body to release saliva enzymes.  The goal of this process is to deliver food to the stomach in a liquid state which requires that each bite be chewed from 40 to 50 times.  Chewing insures proper digestion.


 #6 Do Aerobic Exercise


 Research indicates that high-intensity aerobic exercise producing an elevated heart rate for long periods of time such as jogging or running on hard surfaces may lower immune response and create chronic ligament and joint problems with long-term tissue degeneration.


 #7 Use Antibacterial Soaps & Lots Of Skin Care Products


 Most antibacterial soaps contain triclosan which can be absorbed through the skin and pose a liver threat.  Skin care products can destroy the natural pH and can introduce dangerous toxins into the body through the pores.


 #8 Medicate Every Symptom


 Symptoms are the body’s way of healing itself.  Common medications such as antibiotics, oral contraceptives, and OTC drugs may cause major damage to the immune system, effect the gastrointestional terrain, and alter enzyme & hormone functions.


 #9 Use Plastic Wraps, Containers and Reuse Plastic Drinking Bottles


 Plastic products release or leach carcinogenic toxins into food.  Water is one of the most effective solvents and it draws toxins from plastic.  Toxicity is increased when foods contain high amounts of water or if they are highly acidic.


 #10 Stay Up Late And Live Without Sleep


 Sleep disturbances set up vicious cycles of pain, fatigue and emotional distress that make sleep even more unlikely.  Researchers believe that every minute of sleep before midnight is the equivalent of 4 minutes of sleep after midnight.

Now that you know how to feel “lousy” or why you are feeling that way…you have choices.

Love, Light & Lots of Laughter…Joa

Living_Well@joacarter.com

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Copyright on “How To Feel Lousy in Ten Easy Steps”    Carterel Naturals/Joa Carter  2005