Cancer cancelled

This patient improvement story is so impressive that we are sharing it with you in its entirety today.

"In 2007 I was diagnosed with a pancreatic tumor. My medical doctor and I both knew that this was a death sentence. During the same exam, gallstones were also found. Obviously, the tumor caused me far greater concern than the gallstones.

My first step was to see Dr. Thropay at Thropay Chiropractic and Nutrition for nutritional counseling. During his evaluation he pointed out several things to me:

a) cancer thrives on sugar in all its forms - granulated white sugar, brown sugar, or even flour products
b) cancer thrives where there are heavy metals present in the body
c) body scars can impede the body's healing mechanism and should be treated with sesame oil, wheat germ oil or cold laser, or a combination of these.

Immediately, I began eliminating sugar and flour products from my diet, draining the heavy metals out (under his direction) and treating my scars. Within the year on a follow-up evaluation with my medical doctor, I was informed that my gallstones had shrunk. I had to ASK her about the pancreatic tumor. She acknowledged then that it was no longer visible on their diagnostic tests! Instead of rejoicing with me, she made no comment other than, 'We need to address those gallstones now.'

In 2009 I was again diagnosed with cancer. Mammography revealed that there was a solid mass in my left breast. I returned to following my dietary restrictions more closely and went back to Dr. Thropay. He repeated his original advice and recommended some concentrated whole food supplements and herbs.

I followed all his recommendations super-conscientiously, and added juiced organic vegetables to my daily routine. This cancer was more stubborn than the first one - perhaps partly due to the mammography (which can spread existing cancer by means of the extreme trauma to the tissue), and/or the added scar tissue from the biopsy. The tumor showed signs of growing, and in fact put out two 'daughter' satellite strands in the same breast. Dr. Thropay's brother, an oncologist, was also monitoring my case at this point. I did not want radiation, chemotherapy, or surgery, but I accepted some hormone therapy that he suggested might partially shrink the tumor - and then he would want me to have a lumpectomy (surgery).

Meanwhile, I diligently treated all my scars daily, took all the supplements and herbs, juiced raw greens, took lemon juice and baking soda every day, kept out the metals, and was absolutely pristine with my diet.

On September 24, 2014, the welcome news finally came. The cancer was completely gone - without surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy!

When she saw these test results, my primary medical physician was profoundly impressed. She then told me that the medical profession does know that we can reduce or eradicate cancer by correcting our diet. But most people are unwilling to follow such a strict diet indefinitely - eliminating all processed sugars and junk food, eating only organic whole foods. Because of that, she said, most doctors don't even suggest it.

It's not a problem for me! I've been through enough to realize how essential it is for me to continue this lifestyle perpetually. I have so much energy and feel great, and everyone comments on how good I look.

I am so grateful that THROPAY HEALTH CENTER steered me in the right direction!

Eugenia Conte"

Thank you, Eugenia, for sharing the story of your incredible journey with us.
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Everything You Need to Know About Vegetable Gardening in One Graphic

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VEGETABLE GARDENING IN ONE GRAPHIC

***The guy who wrote this, Brett James, lives in Liverpool so the planting dates are for that region of England. The dates aren’t the same but all the other info should transfer. If ya want to know the planting dates for the US, go tohttp://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/ Enter your zip code and find your growing zone. Then look on the back of the seed packets to find out the dates to plant those particular seeds in your zone. The rest is still of the info in the graphic is still applicable.***

Eat YOUR Fruits & Veggies! Your Body WILL Thank You!

10 Surprising Ways to Use Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is definitely having a moment. From the kitchen to the beauty aisle, the white stuff is being touted as a miracle cure-all. But be honest: Do you know what to do with it? We’ve rounded up some of the most useful—and unusual—uses for coconut oil:

COOKING OIL SUBSTITUTE

Though coconut oil contains close to 90 percent saturated fat, it’s a medium-chain fatty acid, which your body burns quickly. It also acts as a blood sugar stabilizer as well as disease and fungus fighter. Use raw, cold pressed coconut oil for best results.

INSECT REPELLENT

In lieu of dowsing yourself with DEET filled repellent, try mixing coconut oil with peppermint, tea tree, or rosemary essential oils and applying to skin before heading outside. Bet you didn’t know coconut oil could be used for that! Bugs be gone!

DEODORANT

If you’re looking for an alternative to deodorants containing aluminum, try rubbing a small amount of coconut oil into your underarms, it’s just another one of the many uses for coconut oil.

DANDRUFF RELIEF

A little goes a long way when using coconut oil. For fewer flakes, massage one to two tablespoons of oil into your scalp. Wait 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse.

MAKEUP REMOVER

Dampen a washcloth or cotton face pad with warm water, add a dime-sized amount of coconut oil, then wipe your face. The oil and water tag-team to break down the water and oil soluble compounds on your visage. It even takes off waterproof mascara!

TOOTHPASTE

Mix a little coconut oil and baking soda together for a whitening combo. It seems like a weird concept to brush with oil, but the result will leave you with polished, pearly whites. A pretty awesome use for coconut oil!

LIP BALM

Rubbing a tiny amount of coconut oil on your lips will keep them moisturized for a surprisingly long time. Bonus—they’ll smell great too.

COFFEE CREAMER

Looking for away to cut dairy out of your morning coffee routine? Try using coconut oil, it gives coffee a rich, creamy flavor with a hint of tropical aroma. One to two teaspoons of oil mixed into your mug should be plenty.

BUTTER SUBSTITUTE

Uses for coconut oil include but are not limited to: drizzling it on your popcorn, spreading it on your toast, or substituting it in baking recipes. (Using raw, fresh-pressed coconut oil will yield the most flavorful results.)

MOISTURIZER

Coconut oil is said to prevent and visibly reduce stretch marks as well as decrease the appearance of cellulite. Just another one of the many uses for coconut oil!

Drawing winners and More on aluminum

Special congratulations to our January drawing winners!

The grand prize of a complete NutriBullet system went to DIANA COTA. What a great way to get those greens and other veggies down each day.

Second prize went to LOIS GIRON, who will enjoy an expert full-hour therapeutic massage from Elvira.

Third prize of a large bottle of Catalyn was drawn by ELAINE KRUPP. Many thanks to everyone who participated by coming in for service in January!

Several months ago, we talked about the dangers of aluminum entering the body and the type of damage it does. Here are a few more points to consider on this subject. (From a well-documented article by Dr. J.M. Skowron)

1. To test Alzheimer's medications, pharmaceutical researchers inject mice with aluminum to give the mice the brain damage that is seen in Alzheimer's patients. In other words, they know that aluminum causes the disease...but they try to manage the affects of one poison (aluminum) with another (a drug).

2. Children who were fed aluminum-containing formula as infants score lower on mental developmental tests than those that were fed aluminum-free formula.

3. People accidentally exposed to high levels of aluminum manifest memory loss, depression, fatigue, learning disabilities, and behavioral changes.

4. Aluminum in its natural form abounds in the earth, and is tolerated fairly well by the body. Industrial aluminum is "refined" into a changed and concentrated form before being ingested into our bodies. The CDC admits that aluminum's safety is assumed and it has not been thoroughly tested.

5. The amount of aluminum you ingest minus the amount your body is able to excrete in the urine equals the remainder that causes brain damage. Alzheimer's, dementia, autism, auto-immune conditions - all have clear connections to aluminum.

6. The three greatest sources of commercial aluminum are antacids, buffered aspirin, and vaccines (flu, Hep B, Hib, DTaP, pneumococcus, hep A. polio).

7. Vaccine safety literature will claim that orally ingested aluminum is safe. However, injected aluminum is 100% absorbed and is known to damage the brain more than any other part of the body. That fact is not reported in the literature.

Once again, we are so grateful for Susana and Nutrition Response Testing in our office! Her evaluations not only reveal the presence of aluminum, but the specific tools for your body to drain it out, while adopting a lifestyle that will keep it out. We cannot emphasize enough how much more valuable these natural real solutions are than mere symptom management for a dead-end diagnosis.

Questions or comments? Call us at (562) 861-3896.

Top 10 Effective Remedies for Ovarian Cysts

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs or pockets that develop within or on the surface of one or both of a woman’s ovaries. Most women will develop at least one cyst at some point in their lives.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most premenopausal women have them at one or more times in their lives, while up to 14.8 percent of women have them after menopause.

Most ovarian cysts are considered functional, meaning that they occur normally during the menstrual cycle and are not a part of a disease process.
They are usually benign and appear without any apparent reason. Pathological cysts, on the other hand, can either be benign or cancerous.

Often people are not aware of ovarian cysts as they typically do not cause any problems. However, in some cases they can cause symptoms like abdominal bloating, pain during bowel movements, menstrual irregularities, pelvic pain before or during the menstrual cycle, pain during sex, pain in the lower back or thighs, pressure in the rectum or bladder, nausea, and vomiting. Certain types of ovarian cysts can also cause decreased fertility.

In many cases, ovarian cysts disappear on their own within a few months. However, if they cause discomfort, there are many natural remedies that can help relieve symptoms and shrink the size of the cysts.

Here are the top 10 home remedies for ovarian cysts. Also, do consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

1. HEAT

Heat is said to be quite effective in reducing muscle cramps or pain in the abdomen due to ovarian cysts.

1. Put a heating pad or hot water bottle on your abdomen and lower pelvic area.
2. Do this for at least 15 minutes.
3. Follow this remedy whenever you experience pain in the abdomen for quick relief.

2. CASTOR OIL PACK

Castor oil packs are an age-old remedy for ovarian cysts. Castor oil clears the body of excess tissues and toxins. It also stimulates the lymphatic and circulatory systems, which helps reduce and dissolve ovarian cysts.

1. Fold a large flannel cloth to make it two or three layers thick. Make sure the folded cloth is large enough to cover your entire abdomen.
2. Drizzle about two tablespoons of castor oil on the cloth. Fold the cloth in half to saturate and then unfold it.
3. Lay down with an old towel under you and put the flannel cloth on your abdomen.
4. Cover the castor oil cloth with plastic and then with an old towel.
5. Place a hot water bottle over the towel and then cover yourself in a warm blanket.
6. Leave the castor oil pack on for at least 30 minutes and then remove it.
7. Repeat the process about three times a week for three months.

To remove oil from the skin after using the castor oil pack, you can wash the treated area with a solution of three tablespoons of baking soda mixed in one quart (four cups) of water.

Note: Do not use castor oil packs during menstruation. If you are trying to conceive then do not use this remedy after ovulation.

3. EPSOM SALT BATH

An Epsom salt bath will also greatly help reduce pain and other symptoms associated with ovarian cysts. The high magnesium sulfate content in Epsom salt works as a muscle relaxant that in turn eases pain.

1. Add one cup of Epsom salt to your bath tub filled with warm water.
2. Add five to 10 drops of essential oils like lavender, rose or jasmine.
3. Stir for a few minutes so that the salt dissolves.
4. Soak your lower body in this water for 20 to 30 minutes.
5. Follow this remedy once daily.

4. CHAMOMILE TEA

Herbal tea like chamomile tea is also considered a good remedy for treating ovarian cysts and the associated pain and discomfort. The gentle sedative effect of chamomile tea will reduce pain and help you to relax. Also, the warm nature of this tea will also help regulate irregular periods by stimulating blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.

1. Mix two teaspoons of dried chamomile in a cup of hot water.
2. Cover and steep for five minutes.
3. Strain, add one teaspoon of honey and drink the tea.
4. You can drink two to three cups of chamomile tea daily until you get rid of the problem.

5. APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

Apple cider vinegar can help shrink and dissolve ovarian cysts caused by potassium deficiency. It is high in potassium and recommended by many health experts.

1. Add one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to a glass of warm water.
2. Mix in one tablespoon of black strap molasses.
3. Drink one or two glasses of this solution daily.
4. Follow this remedy until the cysts disappear completely.

This remedy will also help with the symptoms of excessive menstrual bleeding as well as bloating and cramping throughout periods.

6. BEETROOT

Beetroot contains a compound known as betacyanin that boosts the liver’s ability to clear toxins out of your system. Plus, the alkaline nature of beetroot helps balance the acidity in your body. This in turn reduces the severity of many symptoms of ovarian cysts.

1. Mix one-half cup of freshly extracted beetroot juice with one tablespoon each of aloe vera gel and blackstrap molasses.
2. Drink this once daily before eating your breakfast.
3. Follow this remedy daily until your symptoms have reduced.

7. GINGER JUICE

Ginger is a strong anti-inflammatory herb that reduces inflammation and relieves pain. Also, ginger increases heat in the body and induces menstruation.

• Blend a two-inch piece of ginger, two stalks of celery, half a glass of apple juice and three-fourths of a pineapple in a juicer. Drink this juice once daily until the cysts are gone.
• Also, you can drink two to three cups of ginger tea daily.

8. FLAXSEED

 

Flaxseed helps balance the proportion of estrogen to progesterone in your body. This will help reduce the cysts. Plus, flaxseeds are rich in fiber that helps the body eliminate harmful toxins, cholesterol and other waste products processed by the liver.

• Mix one tablespoon of ground flaxseed in a glass of warm water. Drink it daily on an empty stomach until you notice improvement in your condition.
• You can also add ground flaxseeds to yogurt, smoothies, soups and salads.

9. ALMOND

Almond is a magnesium-rich food that helps reduce painful cramps associated with ovarian cysts.

• Simply eat some dry roasted almonds to relieve the pain and discomfort.
• Alternatively, gentle massaging of the abdominal area with almond oil can help ease pain and bloating. For best results, add a few drops of jasmine essential oil to one tablespoon of almond oil and then use it for massage.
• You can also add one teaspoon of sweet almond oil to a glass of warm milk and drink it once daily.

Follow any of these remedies until you recover completely.

10. INCREASE FLUID INTAKE

When suffering from ovarian cysts, it is essential to increase your fluid intake. Your best option is water. Try to drink alkaline as well as filtered water at regular intervals. You can add a dash of lemon juice to a glass of water before drinking it. Water will flush out harmful toxins from your system and create a haven for healing . This in turn will reduce your pain and alleviate swelling in your abdomen.

Along with water, you can drink coconut water and green vegetable juice. Avoid coffee, soda and alcoholic beverages.

Seek immediate medical attention if you have severe or sharp pelvic pain, fever, dizziness, rapid breathing or vaginal pain with spotty bleeding. These symptoms can indicate a ruptured cyst or an ovarian torsion, which can have serious consequences if not treated timely. 

Mighty Microbes

"Friendly bacteria have long been known to block the growth of toxin-producing organisms."

Dr. Royal Lee wrote the above quote in the 1950s. He was referring to the vital role that beneficial intestinal microbes play in human health.

Sixty years later, the "Microbiome Project" made big science news in 2013. This enormous study revealed more details than we've ever known on the subject of gut bacteria.

While we've long known that we need friendly intestinal bacteria to prevent such things as diarrhea, constipation, colitis, cramps, gas, diverticulitis, colon and rectal cancer, etc....it is now apparent that a healthy balance of friendly versus enemy gut "bugs" does much more than that!

These amazing microscopic critters greatly influence our getting, preventing, and curing conditions like diabetes, obesity, autoimmune disease, heart disease, depression and/or anxiety, insomnia, and much more.

They are also, as Dr. Lee indicated, closely involved with detoxifying foreign substances out of the body.

You thought that your immune system is composed of your spleen, tonsils, and adenoids and lymph glands? Partly true. The climate in your gut also has a huge "voice" in a healthy immune system!.

Simply put, we need to understand that the integrity of our digestive systems is critical to good health.

Dr. Lee also said, "Good food is only 'good' if you can digest it." So, to a diet of organic whole, real foods, add digestive enzymes at each meal, to replace the loss of stomach acid as we've mentioned before. Avoid antacids. Come in and get checked for ProSynbiotic or other friendly bacterial support that your body requires.

You may well be amazed at your increased energy and vitality!

To further support your immune system naturally, call us for a nutritional appointment at (562) 861-3896.