DATE: 07/03/2008 12:55:51 / MOOD: in love

As you may have likely heard, Tim Russert, a very well known and respected journalist here in the US passed away unexpectedly a few days ago due to a sudden heart attack.

While I am saddened by the news because I did like him and the way he tried to pull answers from politicians, I am not surprised.

It's estimated that 450,000 people die each year in the US from hear attacks and unfortunately, many of these can easily be prevented.

Now, I'm not a doctor and nor do I claim to be one (or play one on tv) but I do know quite a bit about the subject as it's one I have researched and studied.

Here's a basic explanation of what happens...

Over time our bodies produce arterial plaque and it starts to line the walls of our arteries. The plaque is not a result of eating 'red meat' or fat but instead a result of a combination of factors including nutrient/mineral deficiencies, poor eating habits and stress (both physical and emotional).

For example, magnesium deficiency is one of THE leading causes of heart disease but you won't hear many doctors mention it.

My friend Dr Carolyn Dean is one of the worlds leading experts on magnesium and she has a great book on the subject called 'The Magnesium Miracle' and you can find it on amazon and in most book stores.

So back to the 'process'... plaque builds up and sometimes it can break away from the wall rupturing the artery and then our bodies try to repair that damage just like when you get a cut... the wound closes up, it will likely form a scab and scar tissue.

Well, if too much build up occurs this creates a partial (or complete) blockage which cuts off the flow of blood and oxygen. In some cases the plaque build up itself gets so large that it creates a blockage.

But what do most doctors tell you to do?

'Eat right... don't eat red meat'.... 'exercise every day for 30-60 mins'... 'take prescription medications for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, etc'

First of all, medication is NOT the answer and it doesn't even do a good job of treating heart disease once you have it.

Tim Russert was taking several medications and exercising daily.

Speaking of exercise, what most people do for 'exercise' will NOT do much to help you prevent disease.

While exercise can be very beneficial you have to know what you are doing and most people, including doctors, don't.

I highly recommend that you read the book
'The Doctors Heart Cure' by Dr Al Sears and
you can order it here.

Also, while most doctors are pushing medications or asprin to thin the blood and prevent heart attacks, there are numerous natural alternatives that are not only safer, but actually work better!

For example, while proteolytic enzymes are great at reducing inflammation, which is a major factor when it comes to heart disease, they also do an excellent job of cleansing the blood of toxnis, killing viruses and bacteria and most importantly, eat away excess fibrous build up.

You can learn more about these powerful enzymes here

There are also several great books like 'Enzymes: the Fountain of Life' by DA Lopez, MD and 'The Complete Book of Enzyme Therapy' by Dr Anthony Cichoke and you can find these on google books or amazon.

If you want to beat, or better yet, prevent heart disease I recommend you do the following at the very least:

• Avoid medications at all costs... they should be one of your last options, not the first thing you do

• Read the books I mentioned in this email

• Avoid long duration, low intensity exercise and instead perform short but intense workouts

• Take a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement every day at the very least

• Find a doctor who will put you before profits and can help you to become and stay as healthy as possible

• Learn to 'calm your mind', relax and let negative stress and energy bounce right off of you

• Learn as much as you can about 'natural health' - notice I said natural health, not just health because there is tons of 'health' information out there and much of it is junk

Well, I hope you are doing well and I wish you health, wealth and happiness

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DATE: 07/03/2008 08:13:24 / MOOD: in love

Number 5

She lets you be a man
Do not -- I repeat -- do not get involved with a woman who tries to get you
to eat cottage cheese and fruit for breakfast and insists that you give up
poker night with the guys. You will end up resenting her more than you can
imagine. A good girlfriend lets you be a guy in all your glory, poker night
and all. If she's a great girlfriend, she'll even bring you and your buddies
a couple of beers and make you some of her famous sandwiches.
She has to understand that men and women are different and should allow you
to be yourself. Just like you wouldn't deprive her of going shopping with
her best girlfriend, she shouldn't expect you to give up the guys for her.


Number 4

She's nagless
There is nothing worse than a nag! A great girlfriend knows this and chooses
her battles wisely. She knows when to speak-up and when to let it slide. You
don't want a girlfriend who will give you the heights of hell for leaving a
couple of dishes in the sink occasionally.
However, if you live together and you stay out all night without calling
her, and she lets you have it, then you're setting yourself up for disaster.
This is a situation that nobody would let slide -- not even a great
girlfriend.


Number 3

She gets along with friends & family
A great girlfriend will not only help your mom in the kitchen, listen to
your dad's stories, and hang out with your friends, she will enjoy it.
She'll make a real effort to get to know and love the most important people
in your life. And she won't try to get you to ditch your best buds.
She'll actually empathize with your brother's getting dumped and suggest
that you guys take him out to cheer him up. Not only that, but your friends
won't roll their eyes and moan when you mention that she'll be joining you
guys when she gets off work (yes, women like this do exist).


Number 2

She loves you
If you have found a woman who loves you for who you really are and not who
you pretend or try to be sometimes, you should definitely hang on to her. A
woman who doesn't try to change you is hard to find. Of course, everyone has
their slightly annoying habits that their mate has to contend with, but if
she really loves you, she will be able to cope with these.
Another way to know if she really loves you is by observing the way she
looks at you and treats you on an everyday basis. If the sight of you
doesn't seem to faze her either way, and she doesn't really seem to care
about what you have to say, she's either playing very hard to get, or sees
you as just some guy. But if a surprise visit or phone call from you makes
her light up, there's no denying that she loves you.


Number 1

She makes you want to be a better man
Stop making that face... Any man who has a great girlfriend or wife will
tell you that she makes him want to be a better man. She doesn't have to say
or do anything; it just is that way. If you suddenly feel bad about how you
treated your sister or find yourself trying to get your finances in order,
you might want to think about your motivation for doing so. It could be
love

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DATE: 07/03/2008 08:10:44 / MOOD: in love

Number 10

She's independent
No one wants a girlfriend they have to baby-sit. Once in a while, like if
she's had a rough day at work, it's great to be her shoulder to cry on, but
if she can't seem to function without you and is constantly after you, she
will eventually make you feel like you're suffocating, which is a surefire
way to get you running out the nearest exit.
On the other hand, if she has her very own personality and opinions, can
stand on her own two feet, both financially and emotionally, and is able to
enjoy time away from you -- while still missing you, of course -- then she
must be a great girlfriend.

Number 9

She's intelligent
I hate to be the one to tell you this, but the bimbo routine gets real old,
real fast. A woman who can meet you at an intellectual level is a total
turn-on. Instead of being the one in total control, you'll find yourself
trying to figure out what she's really thinking behind those glazed eyes of
hers -- or if she's actually thinking at all.
An intelligent woman will constantly surprise you and keep you on your toes.
She won't let you get bored of her. Besides, it's nice to have something to
talk about between all that chandelier-hanging sex.


Number 8

She's sexual
While we're on the topic, a great girlfriend has to be sexually compatible
with you. For instance, if you're into S&M and she's more the "fluffy
lingerie" type, that's a problem. The two of you have to be on the same page
-- or, at least, she has to be willing to wear leather and use a whip from
time to time.
Of course, this doesn't imply that she has to know all the right moves
straight away; it simply means that you and she have an undeniable
attraction towards each other, and are able to communicate your desires
verbally (or with physical cues). It is important that you please each other
in the bedroom, or on top of the dryer -- whatever the case may be.


Number 7

She's beautiful
I know, this one is kind of obvious, but important nonetheless. A great
girlfriend will not only want to look good for you, but also for herself.
She should always look her best and be well put together -- matching
lingerie is a definite plus.
You have to be proud to have her on your arm and enjoy the sight of her in
any light. And this doesn't mean that she has to be a Heidi Klum clone.
Remember that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so if you think her full
bottom or uncontrollable curls are beautiful, you're allowed.


Number 6

She respects you
This is a biggie. Your woman must respect you. This means that she listens
to you, even if she doesn't necessarily agree with what you're saying. And,
of course, she never tries to demean or belittle you in any way, shape, or
form.
A great girlfriend won't ever cause scenes in public or in front of your
friends and family, and will always wait to discuss matters with you in
private. If she respects you, chances are that she will behave in a tactful
and diplomatic manner in most situations, which is definitely a good thing.

Does your woman bring you and the guys beer on poker night?

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DATE: 07/03/2008 08:09:29 / MOOD: in love

I must admit that playing the field is a whole lot of fun, but so is being
in a serious relationship -- provided that it's with the right woman. But
how do you know if she really is the right woman for you? If she possesses
the following 10 traits, you better hold on to her for dear life or, before
you know it, a guy who already knows where it's at will get his hands on
your "goods."

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DATE: 06/11/2008 03:18:15 / MOOD: in love

It seems prayer still upsets some people. Please read....
When Minister Joe Wright was asked to open the new session of the
Kansas Senate, everyone was expecting the usual generalities, but this is what they heard, 

Heavenly Father,
We come before you today
To ask your forgiveness and
To seek your direction and guidance.
We know Your Word says,
'Woe to those who call evil good'
But that is exactly what we have done.
We have lost our spiritual equilibrium
And reversed our values.
We have exploited the poor and
Called it the lottery.
We have rewarded laziness
And called it welfare.
We have killed our unborn
and called it choice.
We have shot abortionists
And called it justifiable.
We have neglected to discipline
Our children and called it
Building self esteem.
We have abused power
And called it politics.
We have coveted our neighborʼs
Possessions and called it ambition.
We have polluted the air
With profanity and
Pornography and called it
Freedom of speech and expression.
We have ridiculed the time
Honored values of our
Forefathers and called it enlightenment.
Search us, Oh, God,
And know our hearts today;
Cleanse us from every sin
And set us free.
Amen!'

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DATE: 06/06/2008 15:48:01 / MOOD: in love

If you're a Pisces, you've probably already heard that you share a sign and an addictive personality --with Liz Taylor, Lisa Minnelli and Kurt Cobain. Not only do Pisces like to lose themselves in the dreamy, out-there feeling that only hooch can give, but they build up a mighty tolerance fast. Who needs an expensive date like that? On the other hand, they're fabulously enchanting partners, whether in conversation or in crime. With the right Pisces, you can start out sharing a pitcher of margaritas and windup in bed together for days. The phrase "addictive personality" can be read two ways, you know

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DATE: 06/06/2008 15:46:42 / MOOD: in love

Aquarius and drinking don't go together that well(except for water, that is). They have an innate tendency toward know-it-allism, and if they get an idea while sizzled, they're more stubborn than a stain or a stone. If they're throwing a party or organizing an outing, however, they're too preoccupied with their duties to get combative -- and they make perfectly charming drunks in that case. Fortunately, they're usually capital drink-nursers. They also make the best designated drivers (if you can get them before they start raising their wrist):Aquarius is fascinated by drunk people and capable of holding interesting conversations with soused strangers while sober

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DATE: 06/06/2008 15:45:50 / MOOD: in love

Capricorn is usually described as practical, steadfast, money-hungry and status-thirsty -- no wonder they get left off the astrological cocktail-party list. But this is the sign of David Bowie and Annie Lennox, not to mention Elvis. Capricorn is the true rock star: independent, powerful and seriously charismatic, not too eager to please. And if they make money being themselves, who're you to quibble? But just like most rock stars, they're either totally on or totally off, and they generally need a little social lubricant to loosen up and enjoy the after party, especially if they can hookup with a cute groupie.

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DATE: 06/06/2008 15:44:43 / MOOD: in love

In vino veritas -- and, for Sagittarius, in booze blurtiness: When buttered, they'll spill all your secrets and many of their own. Tactlessness aside, Sagittarius is just plain fun to drink with. This is a sign of serious partying (what else would you expect from the sign of Sinatra, Keith Richards, the Bush twins and Anna Nicole Smith?). They're the people who chat up everyone in the room, then persuade the entire crowd to travel somewhere else -- like a nightclub, or a playground, or Cancun . Good-natured hijinks are sure to ensue (including a high possibility of loopy groping; spontaneous Sag is a brilliant booty call).

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