The conditions
listed below all stem from a weakened immune system and digestive
disorders.
ALLERGIES are caused by an imbalance in the
immune system. The immune system wrongly identifies a non-toxic
substance as an invader to the system, causing the white blood cells
to over react, doing more harm to the body then the substance itself
would do. When this happens, an allergic response becomes the disease
in itself. Common
Allergens include: additives, animals, chemicals, cosmetics,
detergents, drugs, dust, foods, metals, pollen, stress, and emotional
factors such as anger, depression, etc...These being even more
prevalent when the immune system is especially weak.
ASTHMA
is a condition in which breathing becomes difficult. The individual
generally suffers from periodic attacks. The attacks are usually
brought on by a trigger factor such as, respiratory infection,
allergies or emotional stress. The asthmatics constitution is usually
out of balance in some way.
Asthma occurs when the airways become blocked, and the muscles go
into spasms due to an over-production of phlegm or weak lungs caused
by prior infections or the echo pattern disease. This is when there
has been repeated respiratory infections but the phlegm never clears
up completely, or phlegm may accumulate from sluggish digestion.
Thus, mucus builds up due to liver congestion. The echo disease is
the major cause of long-term ill-health. Also, If the body's overall
energy is low, the individual is more prone to infections, the
tissues are softer, and the airways are more likely to collapse.
DERMATITIS is an inflammation of the skin that
produces scaling, flaking, thickening, color changes, and, often,
itching. There are several forms of dermatitis. They are as listed:
Allergic
or Contact Dermatitis, this type is usually caused by an
irritant or allergen. Stress or tension can worsen the effects.
Atopic
Dermatitis is a hereditary form of the condition and usually
manifests in infancy. This type appears on the face, in the bends of
the elbows, and behind the knees.
Nummular
Dermatitis is coined-shaped. It is a chronic condition, appearing
on the limbs. This type may be caused by an allergy to nickel, and is
often associated with dry skin.
Dermatitis
Herpetiformis is very itchy and usually associated with
intestinal and immune disorders. This type can be triggered by dairy
products and, or, gluten found in wheat and grains.
ECZEMA
is a form of dermatitis but in a category of its own. This skin
disease usually has fluid filled blisters that weep, ooze, and crust
over due to a malfunctioning digestive disorder, which leads to liver
congestion. Eczema occurs mainly behind the ears, in the creases of
the elbows, and behind the knees, but can manifest on other parts of
the body also. It commonly appears at the age of three to six months
old when the infants digestive system is under great stress. Eczema
and asthma are very closely related. The skin is known to be the
third lung. In individuals who have weak lungs, eczema may easily
develop into asthma. On a physical level, toxins that rise to the
skins surface can also go inwards to the lungs. And on an emotional
level, the restrained feelings that can cause eczema can also cause
asthma. Emotional factors such as stress, hidden feelings, etc... are
usually the major cause in individuals over seven years of age
developing these diseases. There are three types of eczema: wet, dry,
and itching. The differences depending on the constitution of the
individual. They are as follows:
Wet:
Oozing when scratched. Bubbles of fluid form under the surface of the
skin. An imbalance of the digestive system leads to accumulation of
water in the tissues. Wet eczema is usually accompanied by loose
stools or diarrhea.
Dry: Dry
skin with bran like scales, the underneath skin is red and sometimes
bleeding due to mucus accumulating under the skin. Digestive
imbalances produces accumulation of thick mucus in the tissues due to
an echo disease.
Itching:
Itching eczema is red and itches intensely. The individual usually
scratches until the skin is broken and bleeding. This type is due to
toxins and impurities under the skin. Often the individual is
constipated.
Eczema usually worsens before it gets better, so do not be
discouraged. Often flatulence and foul smelling stools with mucus
will occur as the toxins are being expelled from the body.
SEBORRHEA is a form a dermatitis in the category
of eczema that usually affects the scalp and, or, the face. It is
often referred to as cradle cap in infants.
It is wise not
to use any types of cortisone creams or treatments. This makes the
skin more sensitive and pushes the toxins back into the body.
Suppressed toxins weaken the lungs and will make the individual more
susceptible to asthma. Cortisone only makes the symptoms seem to
disappear briefly but never heals the root cause of the disease. The
only way to provide long-lasting relief in any disease is to reverse
the basic cause of the disease. Therefore, diet, lifestyle,
environmental, and emotional factors will all need to be considered.
The therapies listed below can aid in the healing of these
conditions.
Essiac 4-Herb Tea: Which contains Burdock
Root, Slippery Elm, Turkish Rhubarb, and Sheep Sorrel, These herbs are used to stimulate the
liver secretions to aid in elimination of toxic build up and purify
the blood. Colloidal Silver (500ppm): A natural
antibiotic used to clear up any infection in the body. Red
Clover, Goldenseal (Caution: do not use for more
than 7 days at a time, or if pregnant, breastfeeding, diabetic, or
have glaucoma or heart disease). Dandelion, Echinacea, & Homeopathic Remedies such
as Sulfur. To apply topically to the skin use Rescue
Remedy Cream, DW Crabapple (Bach Flower Remedy)
Salve, DW Calendula Salve,
and Echinacea, Goldenseal, & Chaparral Salve. You can make a paste of Goldenseal
Herb, Vitamin E Oil, and Honey to spread on the affected area, or
add one cup of Chamomile Tea or three drops of Rescue
Remedy to the bath water to relieve pain and itching.
Resources:
Dr. Kimberly Castaneda, ND, CHt, DD,
RMT
Dr. M. McCain, HHA, Inc.
Natural Medicine For Children By Julian Scott - 1990
