Saturday, August 27, 2011
Been gone for a while
There are so many ways to live within a green objective and yet most folks are so self absorbed that they won't get out of their own way to do something to make a difference. I can't live a life for another and yet the selfish world around me seeks only their own gratification and almost seemingly at the expense of any and everyone. Green is just another color to so many... Bummer :(
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
epidemics have environmental causes -- who knew?
An interesting look at a book by McKay Jenkins: "what's gotten into us? - STAYING HEALTHY IN A TOXIC WORLD"
"The landscape of health has changed. When you look at the increases in the rates of cancer, diabetes, obesity, allergies and autism, the statistics are numbing. But epidemics don't have genetic causes, they have environmental ones.
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Do you know what chemicals are in your shampoo? How about your cosmetics? Do you know what's in the plastic water bottles you drink from, or the weed killer in your garage, or your children's pajamas? If you're like most of us, the answer is probably no. But you also probably figured that most of these products were safe, and that someone - the manufacturers, the government - was looking out for you. The truth might surprise you.
After experiencing a health scare of his own, journalist McKay Jenkins set out to discover the truth about toxic chemicals, our alarming levels of exposure, and our government's utter failure to regulate them effectively. The result of his two-year journey,What's Gotten Into Us?, is a deep, remarkable, and empowering investigation into the threats - biological and environmental - that chemicals now present in our daily lives. It reveals how dangerous, and how common, toxins are in the most ordinary things, and in the most familiar of places:
- Our water: Thanks to suburban sprawl and agricultural runoff, 97 percent of our nation's rivers and streams are now contaminated with everything from herbicides to pharmaceutical drugs.
- Our bodies: High levels of hormone-disrupting chemicals from cosmetics, flame-retardants from clothing and furniture, even long-banned substances like DDT and lead, are consistently showing up in human blood samples.
- Our homes: Many toxins lurk beneath our sinks and in our basements, of course, but did you know that they're also found in wall-to-wall carpeting, plywood, and fabric softeners?
- Our yards: Pesticides, fungicides, even common fertilizers—there are enormous, unseen costs to our national obsession with green, weed-free lawns.
What's Gotten Into Us? is much more than a wake-up call. It offers numerous practical ways for us to regain some control over our lives, to make our own personal worlds a little less toxic. Inside, you'll find ideas to help you make informed decisions about the products you buy, and to disentangle yourself from unhealthy products you don't need - so that you and your family can start living healthier lives now, and in the years to come. Because, as this book shows, what you don't know can hurt you.
The most amazing and powerful part for us is that we've partnered with a company that has been pioneering in research to provide the solution to the problem over the past 26 years.
The answers are available and the news is better than you can have dreamed. If you would like to know how to protect yourself and your family then go to: www.ourplanet.boerne.us
We would truly love to share some really good news about all of this with you. Please follow the link above and gain some peace of mind for your family and friends.
Friday, May 20, 2011
OUR TOXIC WORLD - What you don't know can hurt you...
The following is an excerpt from "what's gotten into us" by McKay Jenkins
Do you know what chemicals are in your shampoo? How about your cosmetics? Do you know what’s in the plastic water bottles you drink from, or the weed killer in your garage, or your children’s pajamas? If you’re like most of us, the answer is probably no. But you also probably figured that most of these products were safe, and that someone—the manufacturers, the government—was looking out for you. The truth might surprise you.
After experiencing a health scare of his own, journalist McKay Jenkins set out to discover the truth about toxic chemicals, our alarming levels of exposure, and our government’s utter failure to regulate them effectively. The result of his two-year journey,What’s Gotten into Us?, is a deep, remarkable, and empowering investigation into the threats—biological and environmental—that chemicals now present in our daily lives. It reveals how dangerous, and how common, toxins are in the most ordinary things, and in the most familiar of places:
• Our water: Thanks to suburban sprawl and agricultural runoff, 97 percent of our nation’s rivers and streams are now contaminated with everything from herbicides to pharmaceutical drugs.
• Our bodies: High levels of hormone-disrupting chemicals from cosmetics, flame-retardants from clothing and furniture, even long-banned substances like DDT and lead, are consistently showing up in human blood samples.
• Our homes: Many toxins lurk beneath our sinks and in our basements, of course, but did you know that they’re also found in wall-to-wall carpeting, plywood, and fabric softeners?
• Our yards: Pesticides, fungicides, even common fertilizers—there are enormous, unseen costs to our national obsession with green, weed-free lawns.
What’s Gotten Into Us? is much more than a wake-up call. It offers numerous practical ways for us to regain some control over our lives, to make our own personal worlds a little less toxic. Inside, you’ll find ideas to help you make informed decisions about the products you buy, and to disentangle yourself from unhealthy products you don’t need—so that you and your family can start living healthier lives now, and in the years to come. Because, as this book shows, what you don’t know can hurt you.
http://mckayjenkins.com/books/whats-gotten-into-us/
The good news is that there are absolutely healthy choices available. Simply making the right choices can improve your health and the quality of our environment.
This issue is real and it does effect you. Don't ignore it at your own peril. Follow this link to get some real answers to the important questions regarding your own wellness. ~ http://ourplanet.boerne.us
After experiencing a health scare of his own, journalist McKay Jenkins set out to discover the truth about toxic chemicals, our alarming levels of exposure, and our government’s utter failure to regulate them effectively. The result of his two-year journey,What’s Gotten into Us?, is a deep, remarkable, and empowering investigation into the threats—biological and environmental—that chemicals now present in our daily lives. It reveals how dangerous, and how common, toxins are in the most ordinary things, and in the most familiar of places:
• Our water: Thanks to suburban sprawl and agricultural runoff, 97 percent of our nation’s rivers and streams are now contaminated with everything from herbicides to pharmaceutical drugs.
• Our bodies: High levels of hormone-disrupting chemicals from cosmetics, flame-retardants from clothing and furniture, even long-banned substances like DDT and lead, are consistently showing up in human blood samples.
• Our homes: Many toxins lurk beneath our sinks and in our basements, of course, but did you know that they’re also found in wall-to-wall carpeting, plywood, and fabric softeners?
• Our yards: Pesticides, fungicides, even common fertilizers—there are enormous, unseen costs to our national obsession with green, weed-free lawns.
What’s Gotten Into Us? is much more than a wake-up call. It offers numerous practical ways for us to regain some control over our lives, to make our own personal worlds a little less toxic. Inside, you’ll find ideas to help you make informed decisions about the products you buy, and to disentangle yourself from unhealthy products you don’t need—so that you and your family can start living healthier lives now, and in the years to come. Because, as this book shows, what you don’t know can hurt you.
http://mckayjenkins.com/books/whats-gotten-into-us/
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The good news is that there are absolutely healthy choices available. Simply making the right choices can improve your health and the quality of our environment.
This issue is real and it does effect you. Don't ignore it at your own peril. Follow this link to get some real answers to the important questions regarding your own wellness. ~ http://ourplanet.boerne.us
Monday, May 16, 2011
Lets make it better...
Some Scientists believe this could be an image of Manhattan New York if
good-ole folks like you and I don't get in gear and think about the future of
our planet.
We must choose to make this world a better place for ourselves, our children and their children.
The
Old
Man
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Makeing a difference for you, your home, your community and your world
- I wanted to understand why I felt so "old".
- I wanted to not feel so "old" any longer.
- I was tired way too early in the day.
- I wanted to have the energy of my youth.
- I sought answers to my questions about my health.
- I found answers to these questions that had troubled me for years.
The funny thing is that though I am old (a matter of perspective - truly) I now feel much younger and have the energy to do so much more. Things I thought were symptoms of my failing health were symptoms of less than ideal choices.
I'm thrilled to know what I now know and I would love to share it with you but I'll not force-feed anyone anything. That being said; it's your move. If you want to gain what I've gained then you'll have to ask. Comments below will be answered honestly and frankly. If you would like to win in the battle of "quality of life" then get in the game and respond below.
Thanks for taking the first step to a healthier and happier you.
The
Old
Man
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Take a step in the right direction - choose better health...
A Healthy Day at the Ranch
Saturday, June 4,2011
at
Enchanted Springs Ranch
242 Hwy. 46 West
Boerne,Tx
Enjoy a Brisk Boot Kickin' Walk!
8am to 10am
Continue on the Road To Good Health!
Exhibitors & Vendors!
Ya'll sign up!
Contact us and git on board!
Check this out!
"Healthy Day Fair"
10am to 3pm
Entertainment & Goodie Bags & Breakfast included
Call 830-249-0130 for more information
**all proceeds benefit the Hill Country Mission for Health**
Monday, April 25, 2011
A Cleaner Environment = a Healthier YOU!
Cancer rates continue to grow in almost every segment of the American Public. The majority of cancer cases are due to environmental factors. Most experts agree that as many as 80-90% of all cancers can be avoided by making certain lifestyle changes.—John Harte, Toxics A to Z
Choose A Healthier You Today
Request a Free Health & Wellness Consultation and one of us will give you a call to walk through the details of how you can take preventative steps to better health today and a healthier world for tomorrow.
You Are Worth It!
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