Loving Your Lymph

I seem to be talking about the lymphatic system a lot these days.  It's my favorite body system and the unsung hero in maintaining optimal health.  Anyone that hangs out around me long enough, either by taking a class, stopping by the shop or just having tea, eventually all health conversations eventually lead to lymph.

For those of you that have taken classes with Dr Kim Balas and Steven Horne you are probably familiar with the concept of ABC+D.  Well when you give your lymph some TLC you hit all four principles.  Here's how:  It activates the emotional healing response, provides nutrient transport to build, assists with detoxification or cleansing, and works as a direct aid for many ailments.  I find working with the lymphatic system useful for respiratory issues, male & female reproductive challenges, and anyone struggling with multiple emotional blockages.  By the way, if you haven't take this course yet, I highly recommend it if you want to either be a better herbalist or just take better care of yourself.

So when working with the lymph where do you start?  Essential oils and flower essences are a great place to start.  When we talk about different organs holding on to specific emotions I find that the lymph system is very much connected.  So if you find you've been unable to work through a specific emotional concern look to adding some lymphatic support.

Herbally, I love Nature's Sunshine Lymphatic Drainage and Lymphomax and find adding these to any of your herbal protocols will enhance their effectiveness.  Manual lymphatic drainage is very useful.  It is a very light touch, noninvasive therapy, usually performed by a licensed massage therapist.  I personally had a breast fibroid disappear after just one session.

Making good food choices is critical if you want to maintain a healthy lymph system.  Avoiding commercial dairy products is huge.  Most of today's dairy products, organics included is very mucus forming and congests the lymph.  Choose raw dairy from a local farm and take some time to understand the A2 factor.  The Amasai from Beyond Organic seems to be working well for many people.

Lastly, I cannot say enough about the benefits of cultured whey for the lymphatic system.  I've been personally consuming the one from Beyond Organic (Suero Viv) consistently for the past six months and it has become my favorite elixir.  I still drink my kombucha and coconut water but as far as having an affinity for the lymph system nothing comes close.  It's my new "secret" ingredient that seems to be making my herbal protocols all work faster.   Also a great detox option, read my post on The Suero Cleanse.

Whether you are a natural health professional or someone looking to take better care of yourself, I can promise you that the more you understand and love your lymph the better you will look and feel.

Beyond Organic Webinar Series with Jordan Rubin

Beyond Organic has just announced that Jordan Rubin will conduct a 12 week educational webinar series to support pre-launch efforts for his new company. This event is free and only available to Insiders. If you have not become an Insider yet it is easy and free, just visit our Beyond Organic Team USA to find a leader in your area.

We have exciting news to share with all of our Beyond Organic INSIDERS! Jordan will be kicking off a 12 week teaching series starting next week—Wednesday August 17^th at 8:30pm EST. Live Beyond Organic will be a weekly web event open to the first 1000 attendees interested in connecting with Jordan as he helps guide you to change your diet, change your life, and change your world!

Each week, we’ll also hear from corporate team members and top leaders within the Beyond Organic INSIDER community with product updates, key dates and upcoming events, getting started in your business, and much, much more.

Do you have questions about Beyond Organic’s products or health and wellness principles?

Do you want to learn more about how to reach other people with Jordan’s message of health and hope?

Are you committed to building a team and growing a business with Beyond Organic?

Then you’ll want to mark your calendars and invite your team members and friends to Live Beyond Organic with Jordan Rubin every week.

LINK TO REGISTER: https://beyondorganicinsider.webex.com/beyondorganicinsider/onstage/g.php?t=a&d=663658100

Here is a calendar of upcoming events and topics and we hope to see you online next Wednesday night – August 17^th at 8:30pm EST.

Wed Aug 17th - Topic: What is Beyond Organic?
Wed Aug 24th - Topic: Beyond Organic Dairy
Wed Aug 31st - Topic: GreenFed v Grain Fed
Mon Sept 5th - Topic: SueroViv - A "New Whey of Life"
Wed Sept 14th - Topic: Sustainable Land and Soil Management
Mon Sept 19th - Topic: Hydration and Future of Beverages

Beyond Organic on a Budget

I received a note from one of our team members this week expressing concern that eating whole foods and beyond organically seemed impossible to do given limited financial means. Not the first time that I have helped a mom desperate to feed her children healthy nutritious foods make some tough food choices.

Believe it or not, I have had to make those exact same decisions for my family over the past decade. I love being a small business owner but sometimes the allure of "only" a $10 per hour regular paycheck has its appeal. Having to close your business unexpectedly for a few days due bad hurricanes, a dramatic sudden decline in customers when gas prices hit an all time high and other financial woes have at times had me making those same tough choices. At the end of the day we each have to ask ourselves, "how much can I afford to spend on food today?"

One of Jordan Rubin's goals for his new company, Beyond Organic is one million people feeding their families for free. My team is made up of primarily moms on a tight budget that truly understand the importance of nutrient dense whole foods. Their challenge is either finding them, paying for them or both. Beyond Organic offers solutions to both dilemma's- great food delivered to your door and an easy, affordable business model to help pay for your personal consumption.

A $40 investment is all it takes to get started. The $40 package includes a state of the art website and shopping cart. By sharing the message of the value of these nutritious foods with friends, family, and co-workers it shouldn't be long before you receive your first paycheck.

With this first paycheck I would buy one case of Amasai. Wholesale cost is $5 per bottle, add a buck each for shipping and it works out to $1.33 per 2oz serving. 2oz is the size of most popsicle molds- try to spring for the BPA-free ones. Make Amasai popsicles for your kids. Share the idea with two of your friends or neighbors and talk about the health benefits (basic info, more to follow.) Then offer one of your bottles at the cost of $9 each. If their kids like it- and we all know that they will then they can buy their own case as a preferred customer from your website and save. If you sell 4 bottles then you've paid for two for your family. It's that easy.

Granted, two bottles of Amasai per month doesn't constitute feeding your family for free. But two bottles is better than none and all of a sudden a Beyond Organic small part-time business just became a lot more obtainable as far as time and financial investment. It might take longer to build this way but remember- this is a ground floor opportunity. Imagine where you can be in a few years if you start now.

To get your Beyond Organic business started visit our Team USA page to find one a local group.

Beyond Organic, Reign Supreme Mountain Spring Water, Optimal Food and Drink for Optimal Living

"You're not sick; you're thirsty. Don't treat thirst with medication" according to Dr, F. Batmanghelidj, author and Water Cure advocate.

Imagine pure, natural water bubbling up from the earth, similar to what the ancients drank every day. That is what may be found in Jordan Rubin’s Reign Supreme Mountain Spring Water. Coming soon in October 2011.

Why is water so important for us to drink? Here is what the U.S. Department of Interior says,

“Water is of major importance to all living things; in some organisms, up to 90% of their body weight comes from water. Up to 60% of the human body is water, the brain is composed of 70% water, and the lungs are nearly 90% water. Lean muscle tissue contains about 75% water by weight, as is the brain; body fat contains 10% water and bone has 22% water. About 83% of our blood is water, which helps digest our food, transport waste, and control body temperature. Each day humans must replace 2.4 litres of water, some through drinking and the rest taken by the body from the foods eaten."

Water is essential to living, thinking and everything our bodies need to do to survive. We can not function properly without enough intake for our bodies. Average daily intake required for each person is calculated by one's health condition, activity level, age, and other factors. Without enough water, the body will become dehydrated. Dehydration is known to cause: headaches, stomach aches, constipation, muscle pain, fatigue, mental confusion, heart palpitations and a plethora of other symptoms. Water assists every major system in the body with its functions for life and sustenance. It is vital to our survival and well-being.

Everyone needs water. Why not have the purest form you can find? Beyond Organic will offer pure, natural water from their pristine spring. If you want to know more about the products that will be offered or to see how you can become a consumer or independent mission marketer for Beyond Organic, please see the links below.

Rebecca Oakes (a.k.a. BeckyJoie) is a freelance writer and group leader for Beyond Organic Team USA. Join Rebecca's Team or visit Team USA to find a Beyond Organic Group in your area.

NSP Education Week

Join us for Education Week to get FREE training on four exciting new products: - Solstic Immune - Elderberry D3fense - Sunshine Heroes Elderberry Immune - and Zinc Cold & Flu Homeopathic Lozenges. Plus get a lot of other terrific health information! Our great lineup of presenters includes Cynthia Reed, Jay Vanden Heuvel, Rhonda Dial, Sylvia Rogers and Laurence Smith. Don't miss it!

Go to www.nspwebinars.com where you can watch all five webinars at your convenience all week long beginning November 15.

NSP Brilliant Body System Class

Learn the latest information from brand-new training modules, including:

· The Glandular & Digestive Systems

· If Only I had More Energy: The Adrenal and Thyroid Gland Connection

· Parasites: The Uninvited Guests

Watch the Video

Date: 11/13/2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Embassy Suites Orlando Airport
5835 TG Lee Boulevard View map
Orlando, FL 32822
407-888-9339

Cost: $35

Call 1-800-223-8225 to register

Natural Health Certification Series

The Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa is offering a 6-week certification course that provides a greater understanding and in-depth knowledge about each body system, how they interact with one another, their common ailments and natural health remedies. For many of you, the desire to learn more about holistic approaches to health continues to grow. Once you have personally experienced the power of herbs, vitamins and holistic nutrition, it is hard not to share it with others. Whether you want to learn more about natural health to help yourself and/or others - this is the course for you.

Learn how to establish an effective herbal program that will deliver positive results and empower yourself to take control of your own health or someone you care for. Classes will be held every Thursday evening from 5:30-7:30pm beginning October 7–November 18, 2010. Course fee $125 (early bird special of $99 ends Sept. 22). To register, please call us at 352-243-3588, email jh@jennscents.com or visit us at 702 West Montrose Street, in beautiful Historic Downtown Clermont. We look forward to seeing you in class.

Build a Nature's Sunshine Business - Information Session at 2009 Clermont Herb Conference

Could you use an extra $100 per month? An extra $500 per month? We will be offering an important business opportunity session at the Clermont Herb Conference on September 12, 2009 at 4:00pm to show you how easy it is to share health with family and friends while earning money. Gain valuable tips and ideas from successful Nature's Sunshine Managers on how to build your own successful business - by simply sharing.

Nature's Sunshine offers a compensation plan that is unmatched, especially compared to sharing-based, group-building companies. You have an opprtunity to earn high retail margins, up to a 20% rebate and 40% in sponsoring commissions. Build your own business with no limitations to provide your family with a consistent, stable and unlimited income potential.

This session is Free and open to everyone. See you there!

Tickets Available for Clermont Health Conference

Tickets on Sale Now for the 2009 Clermont Health Conference! Visit the Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa or Cagan Crossing Herb Shoppe to purchase your tickets - $20 per person in advance and $25 at the door (includes handouts and goody bags). The event will be held on September 12, 2009 from 9:00a-4:00p at Lake Sumter Community College, located 1250 N. Hancock Road Clermont,FL 34711.

Clermont Herb Conference

Clermont Herb Conference 2009 Agenda

 9am- Welcome,  On-time arrival drawing 

9:10am- Thomas Easley- Herbs for Everyday Use

Understand how herbs work, safety, and quality.  Learn common and uncommon uses for popular herbal remedies.  We suggest you bring your NSP Comprehensive Guide for this portion of the workshop.

 9:50am- Panel Intro, Panel Discussion 

We put our guest panel to the test as we ask them pointedly, “If you were stuck on a desert island and could only have one single herb, which one would it be and why?”

 10:05am- Q&A, Break

 10:15am Cleansing & Weight Loss- Thomas Easley

 Are you tired or toxic?  Could autointoxication be the root cause of body aches, fatigue, memory issues, poor immunity, skin problems, and weight challenges? 

This class will introduce you to basic, gentle whole body cleansing programs as well as more advanced cleanses targeted for special needs.

10:55am- Panel 

So how do our panelists maintain their ideal weights?  Learn real programs for real results. Whether you are an emotional eater, a carb addict, or if it just seems as if your metabolism has gotten stuck in reverse our panel will share their best strategies for getting you where you want to be.

 11:20am- Q&A, Break

 11:30am- Digestion- Thomas Easley

Good digestion is the key to energy, vitality, and overall good health.  So how do your digestive juices flow? Learn the importance of this system and how malfunctions can lead to everything from bloating, and reflux to arthritis and other degenerative aliments.

12:10pm- Panel 

Can your bloodtype affect your digestive system?  You bet, according to “Eat Right for Your Bloodtype” author Peter D’ Adamo. Do certain supplements work better for different bloodtypes?  Learn which ones might work best for you.

 12:30pm- Q&A, Lunch

 1:45pm- Super Human Syndrome

Are you superman or superwoman?  Are you the ultimate caretaker?  An overachiever?  Is it getting harder and harder to keep up with the demands of work and family?  Learn about the adrenal glands/nervous system and the connection between stress and good or poor health.  Then learn how to best nourish and care for this important body system.

2:25pm- Panel Discussion

Super Person Syndrome

Understanding Emotions & Heath

Using Essential Oils- Jennifer

The Food Connection- Wendimere

 3:05pm- Bringing it All Together- Thomas Easley

So how do you know how to get started? Incorporate the simple ABC+D approach created by herbalist Steven Horne of the Tree of Lite Institute to create just the right supplement program for you and your family.

 3:45pm- Panel Discussion

Our herb panel will share their favorite tips of how to know when to choose one supplement over the other.  They share their “insider” techniques for helping people help themselves choose the right supplement.

  4:05- Q&A, Closing prize raffles, Help fill orders

 4:15pm Optional Business Building Session

Learn simple ways to earn income with NSP’s high-quality products.

Clermont Herb Conference

I just wanted to take a moment to say KUDO's on an amazing job with the Clermont Health Conference, and introduce myself.

I really enjoyed how Clell Fowles shared his recent struggle with weight gain. This shows that accomplished, knowledgeable professionals in the wellness industry struggle with the same day to day challenges that we all do. I look forward to seeing him in the future to see how he used his knowledge and determination to overcome these adversities. I also want to share that the guest speakers made you laugh while learning. There wasn't a boring or wasted moment to be had.

My name is Monica Hickman, I have been working in the emergency medical field for over 8 yrs now. I just recently took my passion for helping others to the next level of starting my own homebased Natural Health and Wellness Coaching business. I have been blessed with the encouragement of Susan Matlock, Wendy Reilly and Lee Butler to Go For it! I love encouraging people that being average doesn't have to be a way of life. Having the opportunity to attend the Health Conference filled me with more ways to educate myself and my clients. Thank you again for making this possible!

My website is Naturalhealthandwellnesscoach.com it is still in the infant stages, but I'm having a so much fun learning to create it myself and grow at my own pace.

I just recently did a photoshoot on top of the Edgewater Hotel in Historic Downtown Winter Garden at Sunrise. It was Amazing! I have sat on top of this building many times over the past 11 years meditating and working through my thoughts. I thought it would be fun to do my Yoga and Workout routine with a photographer to capture photos for my web site. I will share the experience and some photos in a Blog soon.

Get Healthy and Be Happy, Monica aka Julep

May 2008 Classes at the Clermont Herb Shoppe and Day Spa

Friday, May 2, 2008, 4-5pm, Healthy Happy -Free
Join us for first Friday where we will be hosting our Herbal Happy Hour. There will be free samples, demonstrations, and lots of fun.

Wednesday, May 7, 2008, 5:30-6:30pm, Clean Green –Cost-$10
This class is a great way to learn how to clean your home without using chemicals. You will learn how to clean everything from clothes to bathrooms naturally.

Saturday, May 10, 2008, 9-10am, Herbal Hour –Free
Learn about which vitamins and supplements can support pregnancy, nursing and infants and which ones should be avoided.

Saturday, May 10, 2008, 10-12, Bath Salt Art- Cost-$10 per bottle
Learn to make beautiful art using bath salts and 100% essential oils. Take home your original creation.

Green Expo, May 15-18, The Orange County Convention Center
Join Jennifer Hochell at the Green Expo. She will be in the Urban Think (library) where she will be signing her latest publications. Visit http://www.globalgreenalliance.com/expo for more information on this event you do not want to miss.

Tuesday, May 20th, 6-9pm, CPR, Cost- $25
Save a life! Learn how to do CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), Automated External Defibrillator by a registered nurse.

Wednesday, May 21st , 6-7pm, Understanding NSP Herbs, Cost-$15
This class is a wonderful introduction to Natures Sunshine herbs. Let herbalist, Lee Butler, get you refreshed with basic herbs and gain greater knowledge about NSP combination herbs.

Friday, May 23rd, 5-6pm, Immune Building Cost-FREE
Learn how to build your immune system up to protect against viruses and bacteria. Learn about the foods, supplements, and herbs that support the immune system.

Tuesday, May 27th, 11-1pm, Thermal Imaging, Cost-Varies
With the use of thermal imaging, one can see the heat in their bodies which is inflammation and the first sign of disease.

Wednesday, May 28th, 5:30-7:30pm, Perfume Making, Cost-$40
Learn how to make your own perfume using 100% essential oils. Take home your signature scent that you create in class.

April 2008 Classes at The Clermont Herb Shoppe and Day Spa

Tuesday, April 1, 2008, 5:30-7pm, “Home Spa”
Learn the benefits and uses of several essential oils, how to blend them to make your own personal care products and 10 key components to having a successful and prosperous party. This training program will help you set business goals as well an action plan to accomplish them.


Friday, April 4, 2008, 4-5pm, “Herbal Happy Hour”-Free
Join us for first Friday where we will be hosting our Herbal Happy Hour. There will be free samples, demonstrations, and lots of fun.

Saturday, April 12, 2008, 9-10am, “Clean Green”-$10
This class is a great way to learn how to clean your home without using chemicals. You will learn how to clean everything from clothes to bathrooms naturally.


Wednesday, April 16, 2008, 5:30-7:30pm, “Soap Making Workshop”-$25
Learn how to make your own goat’s milk soap to take home and enjoy, using pure essential oils and natural ingredients.


Saturday, April 19, 2008, 9-10am, “Herbal Hour-Brain Health”-Free
Learn about Brain health in this months free herbal hour. Discover some herbs that maybe useful in helping your brain perform at its optimal level.

Saturday, April 19, 2008, 10-11am “Herbal Orientation”-Free
Learn some of the basics of a healthier lifestyle. Join us in a discussion of lifestyle upgrades and how you can incorporate them into your life.

Sunday, April 20, 2008, 10-5pm “Earth Day Celebration”-
The Earth Day Celebration will be held in Haines City from 10-5pm. Please visit http://www.earthdayflorida.blogspot.com/ for more information on this fun event.

Wednesday, April 23, 2008, 10-11am and 5-6pm “Build Your Child’s Immune System”-Free
Learn how to build your immune system up to protect against viruses and bacteria. Learn about the foods, supplements, and herbs that support the immune system.


Take care and have a healthy day! See you in class.

Careers in Natural Health

In 1999, I left my corporate marketing job at Disney. I loved my job, had a good salary, insurance and a full benefits package. Many thought that I was crazy to give it all up for the uncertainty of running a small business. I took that first small shop and expanded, bought commercial property and within six years became very profitable. In 2005, I sold the business and property to invest in other ventures. Today, I own two retail stores, one commerical building, have an interest in two other health shops and have written a book.

My passion is to help other women realize their dreams through small business ownership. This might be as a natural health retail store owner, a home based consulting business or as an Aromatherapy Spa Party Hostess. There are many part and full-time opportunities available in the natural health field.

So how do you know if owning your own business is right for you? Here are some great resources to check out:
Escape from Cubicle Nation

So let's say that you've got the right stuff, where do you begin? First, find yourself a few good mentors and a coach. Your mentors might include a small business owner in your area, a S.C.O.R.E. Couselor, and/or a friend that specializes in something like marketing or accounting. Your coach needs to be someone in the natural health field. Either a retail store owner, aromatherapy spa consultant or natural health practitioner. Ask about internsip programs.

Then start your natural health education-
Tree of Light-General Natural Health Training Materials
JennScents-Aromtherapy Training
Clayton College of Natural Health
Herb Allure-Educational Products
Certified Natural Health Professionals (CNHP)-Seminars
NSP Forum

And start working on your business plan-
SBA Guide to Writing a Business Plan
Ernst & Young Business Plan Guide

Good Luck!!!