Articles
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General Adaptation Syndrome OR – Stages of Adaptation To Stress
General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) is a description of how our bodies respond in a predictable way to stress. In particular this theory helps us to understand how our bodies respond over time to ongoing stress. This theory was introduced by Hans Selye, a Canadian endocrinologist, in 1936. Selye’s theory is that the body responds to…
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Example Of A Hair Test Showing The Resistance and Exhaustion Stages of Stress
Patterns and Ratios on a Hair Test Reveal the Stage of Stress of an Individual The hair tissue mineral analysis test shown above and below features a number of helpful examples that demonstrate how a hair test can reveal the stage of stress and the unique nutritional needs of an individual. The First Four Minerals:…
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Iodine Basics
Iodine is a key player in the body’s mineral system. Trying to maintain health without a good iodine level is a bit like trying to play raquetball without a ball — impossible. Iodine, despite its importance is a very misunderstood mineral. This is a big deal because iodine is a mineral that most people should…
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Intestinal Support Formulas
Intestinal Support Formulas – A Foundation for Healing We know that the health of the body is dependent upon the health of the intestines. So an intestinal support formula is potentially one of the most important supplements you can add to assist in whole body health. I suggest that you consider making your own formula…
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Fermented Whole Grain Pancakes
“Choose Your Grain” Pancakes By Sheila Dobson, BA, NC These pancakes can be made with many different grains and even with a combination of grains/legumes, such as rice and lentils. They are made with the whole grain, not a flour. When you soak, then sprout, then ferment a grain, it becomes much more digestible and…
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Testing For Iodine Sufficiency In The Body
Article by Sheila Dobson, BA, NC Do You Know Your Iodine Status? I have been recommending testing of iodine levels frequently for clients these days. Iodine is a critical nutrient for not only thyroid function but also proper immune function, brain function, the health and function of all the endocrine glands, detoxification capability and mechanisms,…
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Silica – The Stealth Defender
Sheila Dobson, NC Silica Plays an Important Role In Overall Health Silica is an under-appreciated mineral in the world of natural health. In this article, the properties of silica are described and its functions in our bodies are discussed. Food sources and supplement options are provided for those who would like to increase silica intake…
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Top Ten Lowest Carbohydrate Vegetables
By Sheila Dobson, NC Need to Restrict Carbs On a High Vegetable Diet? Vegetables are a key part of most healing diets, however, many people need to reduce carbohydrates even from vegetables. Some people just need to use more low-carb vegetables and less of the high-carb vegetables, whereas others need to eat an extremely low…
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Mineralizing Teas
Herbal teas can be an excellent source of minerals. The following are some options for augmenting your mineral intake through herbal teas. Instructions on how to make and use each of these teas are given. Herbal teas covered here are: parsley, alfalfa, oatstraw, nettle and hibiscus flower. By Sheila Dobson, NC Parsley Tea Alfalfa Tea…
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Healing Diet Guidelines
Comprehensive Diet Guide For Nutritional Balancing Plans This is a longer article in three parts, covering most of the basics about how to devise an individualized healing diet. Sheila Dobson, NCDecember, 2023 PART 1 – Introduction, Rationale, What To Avoid, What To Eat and Foods That Must Often Be Limited Or Avoided On a Healing…
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Monitoring Blood Sugar Can Help You Individualize Your Diet
Monitoring blood sugar is not just for diabetics. It can be a tool that can assist you to find the best diet for your individual needs
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Vitality
The concept of vitality, also called “adaptive energy,” is central to Nutritional Balancing Science.
LINKS
In this Column You Will Find Links for Supplement Suppliers, Affiliate Links and Links to Important Articles
Read an article about the author of this website: Sheila Dobson: Mineral – Microbe Interactions; Minerals, Expanded; Deeper Vitality; How Retracings Help Us Heal — by Jon Sasmor, RCPC, of MinBalance.com
Read Articles to learn about the history of the science of mineral balancing and mineral nutrition in the human body at MinBalance.com on the Mineral Balancing Giants page.
Articles about Healing Crises and Retracing from Dr. Larry Wilson’s website: 1) “My Healing Process” by Marianne West and 2) “Retracing and Healing Reactions” by Dr. Lawrence Wilson
Iherb affiliate link: https://www.iherb.com?rcode=VOC083 I have found Iherb to be the easiest and most reliable general-purpose supplement retailer online that I have worked with. With the above link enjoy a 24% discount as a first time shopper or a 5% discount every time afterwards.
Link for website for ordering from Endomet (you must call them before ordering the first time for account set-up). Link for ordering from the supplement company Nutriwest.
Lifewave “Non-transdermal” photobiomodulation (light therapy) patches. Use this link to order Lifewave X39 patches— there are a variety of different patches offered by Lifewave. The X39 patch is a patch that through the actions of phototherapy, assists the body to produce more stem cells. These are pluripotent cells (ie cells that can become any type of cell in the body). They are at times miraculous for anti-aging, mood, cognition, anti-inflammation, sleep, immune function, detoxification, and so much more. For ordering use the above link, for more information about the X39 Stem Cell Activation patch please visit https://startx39.com/
Aussie Trace Minerals Affiliate link – for highest quality electrolyte/trace mineral drops derived from ocean water.
Real Mushrooms Affiliate link – For highest quality medicinal mushrooms: https://shop.realmushrooms.com/discount/Ahava 
Receive 25% off your first order when you use the above link.
Link Between Diabetes, Alzheimer’s Disease Strengthened — Article by Serena Gordon, https://consumer.healthday.com/cognitive-health-information-26/alzheimer-s-news-20/link-between-diabetes-alzheimer-s-disease-strengthened-642482.html
Washing The Hair At The Laboratory; Hair Analysis Controversy — Article by Dr. Lawrence Wilson, MD https://drlwilson.com/ARTICLES/hair_analysis_controversy.htm
Fungal Contamination Levels In Various Tree Nuts And Dried Fruits – Chart From 2015 Article by V.H. Tournas on Researchgate.net https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Fungal-contamination-levels-in-various-tree-nuts-and-dried-fruits_tbl1_277939044
Medicinal Uses of Seaweeds http://www.ryandrum.com/seaweeds.htm
Updates And Health News
In This Column You Will Find Health News And Information
British Journalist George Monbiot’s mini-documentary (30 minutes) about the official treatment of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in the US and UK. He deems it “The Greatest Medical Scandal of the 21st Century.”
“How Bad Science Sticks” – Article by Journalist Monbiot about the death of a young woman with CFS due to her inappropriate treatment by medical professionals.
ME/CFS Scandal Explainer is a 30-minute documentary by a British Journalist which explains what Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, aka Myalgic Encephalomyelitis really is and how for several decades fraudulent research and treatment approaches based on this research have interfered with proper treatment of this illness, even leading to death in some cases.
Did you know cat ownership is associated with double the risk of psychosis? Read the free ebook by psychiatrist Dr. E. Fuller Torrey. Parasites, Pussycats and Psychosis
Dr. Paul Marik — Interview on Damage done by and how to detox from the Spike Protein -whether from natural infection or vaccine — Link or see transcript here
Epoch Times Article: Fungal Infection In the Brain Produces Effects Similar To Alzheimer’s
Epoch Times Article on Strengthening the Heart After Covid Vaccination
Mounting Research Points To Health Harms From Cannabis – Epoch Times Article by Hilary A. Marusak, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, Wayne State University
Autoimmune Diseases Among Top Killers of Young Women – WebMD Article by Roxanne Wilson discussing the poorly recognized prevalence and mortality particularly among women, of autoimmune diseases.