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Four decades ago, researchers from the Seven Countries Study concluded that the monounsaturated fats in olive oil were largely responsible for the low rates of heart disease and cancer on the Greek island of Crete. Now we know that olive oil also contains polyphenols, powerful antioxidants that may help prevent age-related diseases.
In the 1970s, Soviet Georgia was rumored to have more centenarians per capita than any other country. Reports at the time claimed that the secret of their long lives was yogurt, a food ubiquitous in their diets. While the age-defying powers of yogurt never have been proved directly, yogurt is rich in calcium, which helps stave off osteoporosis and contains 'good bacteria' that help maintain gut health and diminish the incidence of age-related intestinal illness.

The Scientist research result that the chemical reaction caused the hair turn to grey by itself from inside to outer. Scientists may have to imagine why hair turns to gray, and their findings could open the door to strategies of new anti-gray.This process begins when there is a dip in the level of enzyme called a catalase. The lack of catalase, will cause of hydrogen peroxide that naturally

We've all heard the hype and with all the supplements and products on the market that claim to be the next best latest thing to help address some ailment or vanity issue. But, I decided to give one a whirl.

I went to a natural health seminar about a month ago and one of the many topics was about natural hormone therapies and protocols surrounding female health concerns. I was particularly interested in trying out one particular protocol that is said to have a positive impact on the growth and enlargement of the female breast.

It is widely known that one of the best natural herbs for men is saw palmetto. Well, while this helps shrink the size of the prostate, it has the reverse affect on breasts.

SO I decided to give it a whirl. For me, such a change would be dramatic and the instructor of the seminar reported that the potential increase could be a full cup size. The dasage was non descript so I bought a bottle of saw palmetto and have been diligently taking 4 pills in the am and 4 pills in the evening.

I can honestly say that I have seen a marked change in the shape of my breasts. It may not be hype after all.


If you are interested in the exact dosage, let me know and I'd be more than willing to share my story and doage schedule with you. Feel free to call me in my office or email me: 727-50-BEING or Melissa@HealthyBeingLLC.com

For the past 5 years, I have been a huge fan of the detox foot baths.

Ionic Detoxification Footbaths are the most relaxing way to get rid of the toxins present in the body. You just have to sit on the chair, with your feet dipped into a warm water bath. Our detox clients love the experience we have created - our clients relax on a comfortable chair, dip their feet into a warm water bath, relax with some soothing and detoxing aromatherapy which is applied on their temples, throat chakra and on their wrists. We offer cool cleansing cucumber water that is enhanced with chlorophyll and they listen to chakra clearing CDs and slip into a calm and sedate state.. Each session is 24 minutes in length

For some of our stay at home moms, busy tampa bay executives and teens find this a great 24 minute spa without the spa prices that also cleanses and supports their body.

For first timers, we also recommend they start the treatment with a 30 minute lymphatic drainage therapy which will increase their "feel good" experience and remedy any colds, headaches or inflammation that they may be experiencing.

Detox Foot Bath is an all natural way to detox the inside of your body through your foot in a relaxing bath. Detoxification begins the moment you place your foot into the foot bath. Detoxification benefits your health and can help the aging process.

Reported Benefits:

* Detoxification of Your Entire Body
* Heavy Metals Removed
* Increase Your Energy
* Help With Faster Disease and Injury Recovery Time
* Increased Oxygen in Your Body
* Help Pain Relief
* Improved Your Sleep
* Reduced Unwanted Fluid Retention
* Headache Relief
* Immune System Booster
* and many more

The biggest question I hear is : How often should I do a detox foot bath?

Every body is different and the amount of environmental, physical and emotional toxins vary. If you are on a detox program, I recommend 2 or 3 x a week, allowing a day in between the detox and hydrating before, during and after. Then gradually moving to 1x a week and then into a maintenance phase.

If you are seeking maintenance, 1 or 2x monthly is a good time span to repeat your detox foot bath.

Scheduling a detox foot bath session also works well if you are feeling the onset of a flu or cold - it can help your body manage the illness and eradicate it before it becomes full blown .

If you think this might benefit you or your family member, please give us a call and we'll answer any questions you might have.

*Mention you read this article and receive $5 off your first foot bath.

It is a very exciting time for Healthy Being, LLC. We have moved into a larger space (425 33rd Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33704, 727-50-BEING) that affords us the opportunity to continue our retail business and expand upon our natural health and wellness services. Apart from our nutritional consultations, hormone balancing and enzyme therapies, we now offer lymphatic therapy through an electronic lymphatic drainage machine. At first read it may appear that our new service might be invasive or painful, but it is not. In fact, we do not even tough your skin. We use a wand that emits a frequency level that helps your body's lymph system get moving. The wand is moved back and forth just over your skin and communicates to the therapist areas where your lymph system is congested. The therapist then focuses on the areas where you might be more congested- sometimes near the arm pits under the breast, ankles/feet. Frequency therapy and science now shows that the body responds to certain frequencies in a way that allows a natural health professional to clear lymph congestion, reduce fibrocystic conditions and promote overall wellness. Personally, I have used lymphatic drainage a few years back when I had a very severe case of mono. Quite literally, my lymph glands were so swollen I thought I had a tumor. After one treatment, I felt amazing and was able to notice a major change to the size and feel of the swollen lymph gland/node. I attribute my quicker recovery to supporting my lymphatic system to help clear out cellular waste and allow my body to fight the virus that was wreaking havoc on my body. The reason why I was exposed to lymphatic drainage was through my colonic practitioner in Boston. The root of our immune system in truly rooted in the gut and intestines. I felt that if I could cleanse my gut, I would be better able to absorb nutrients that would allow me to repair my immune system. Lymphatic Drainage has many of the same health benefits as Colonic Irrigation. While the colon's role is to clear the body of waste products that have passed through the stomach and intestines, the role of the lymphatic system is to clear the waste products that accumulate in the cells and muscles of the body. The Lymphatic System is also responsible for fighting infection and keeping the body healthy. No matter how good we are , day after day we pump toxins into our body through poor diet, alcohol, a polluted environment and a stressful lifestyle. What is Lymph? Lymph is a clear fluid that circulates throughout the body, cleaning away all the dead cells, bacteria and toxins. The Lymphatic System is like a team of garbage collectors, filtering out, gathering up and taking all the unnecessary waste we accumulate in our bodies in everyday life. It is the key to a healthy immume system. The lymph moves around the body in an extensive network of capillaries and this pathway must be kept clean and free flowing to work efficiently. As a sluggish river accumulates pools of stagnant water that act as a breeding ground for bacteria and disease, likewise, if the Lymphatic System becomes sluggish, Lymph can remain stagnant in problem areas, causing inflamation and pain. The Lymphatic System mirrors the blood circulatory system but is twice the size and has more than 600 nodes situated throughout the body. However, unlike the blood system, the Lymphatic System has no pump and therefore needs help to keep the Lymph fluid moving. Regular exercise will help maintain the flow, but congestion can occur in areas as a result of toxic overload, lack of exercise, improper diet, infection or injury. When this happens, the build up will cause inflammation and pain. Skipping, trampoline and body brushing are all good ways of stimulating flow of Lymph but sometimes it is necessary to use additional cleansing techniques. How do I know I have a lymph problem? There are many physical signs of congestion in the Lymphatic System that can benefit significantly by improving Lymph circulation. Some of these include: Water Retention, particularly in ankles or fingers, indicating fluid congestion General muscle aches and pains or a stiff neck, often as a result of sprains or whiplash Cellulite and weight problems Breast lumpiness Post surgery tissue congestion, scar formation or stretch marks Skin problems such as acne Carpel Tunnel Syndrome Fibromyalgia Carpel Tunnel Syndrome Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia Breathing problems, such as asthma or sinusitis Stress, headaches and migranes Immune system problems Glucoma Fibromyalgia Breathing problems, such as asthma or sinusitis Stress, headaches and migranes Immune system problems Glucoma How does Lymphatic Drainage work? There are two types of technique for Lymphatic Drainage Manual Massage This has been around for several years and is a deep tissue massage treatment that increases lymphatic flow and therefore very helpful in elimination of waste and toxins. Electronic Therapy This is a newer treatment that is based on Quantum Physics, using electric energy to not only stimulate the flow but by creating a negative energy charge , which helps break up protein clusters that can cause blockages and clog up the Lymphatic System. Whilst working on the Lymph, the treatment also stimulates the blood flow and helps prevent the blood cells from sticking together. Oxygen and nutrients can therefore be delivered to the body tissues more effectively. What is the difference between these two techniques? Electronic therapy has a number of very clear benefits over manual massage: It can reach areas that manual massage cannot reach. The major components of the lymphatic system occur in areas protected by bony structure, such as the upper chest area. Electronic thereapy vibrates and stimulates the lymph nodes under the bone structure, which cannot be achieved manually. It can treat areas that would normally be too painful for manual massage such as ME and Fibromyalga . Electronic therapy stimulates the Lymph without putting pressure on the muscles. It can generate quicker results than manual massage because it provides immediate blockage relief in the key Lymph nodes. If these nodes are blocked, then the Lymph will not drain away properly. For many conditions, Electronic Therapy will achive as much in one session as in several manual massage sessions. The equipment I use is the lymph star pro. It has adjustable strengths that are individualized for each client based on their body and needs. The number of treatments required will vary depending on the severity of the condition. In more severe cases, it is recommended to have treatments 2-3 times a week, reducing down to once a month. Treatment times will also vary, an average session will normally take 30-60 minutes. Healthy Being Natural Health Services offers 3 different packages: 1.30 minute lymphatic drainage $35 2. 60 minute lymphatic drainage $75 3. Lymph Plus package: 30 minute lymphatic drainage + 24 min detox foot bath $70 (savings of $5) We welcome all visitors to our store. If you are looking for natural, organic skin care, products for your pets, natural baby diapers and ointments and high quality supplements and vitamins in the tampa Bay area, please stop by. We have a unique wellness boutique and an environment that is relaxing, soothing and peaceful. We even offer free tea and free Wi-Fi. Healthy Being Wellness Boutique & Natural Health Services. 425 33rd Ave N. St. Petersburg, FL 33714 We are located right behind the subway. We share the same parking lot with subway. Call us at 727-50-BEING or email us: Melissa@HealthyBeingLLC.com *We can special order many items for our clients, if we do not carry it, let us know and we'll make arrangements so that we can offer you the best products.

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Do not turn on A/C immediately as soon as you enter the car!

Please open the windows after you enter your car and do not turn ON the air-conditioning immediately. According to a research done, the car dashboard, sofa, air freshener emits Benzene, a Cancer causing toxin (carcinogen- take note of the heated plastic smell in your car).

In addition to causing cancer, it poisons your bones, causes anemia, and reduces white blood cells. Prolonged exposure will cause Leukemia, increasing the risk of cancer may also cause miscarriage.

Acceptable Benzene level indoors is 50 mg per sq. ft. A car parked indoors with the windows closed will contain 400-800 mg of Benzene. If parked outdoors under the sun at a temperature above 60 degrees F, the Benzene level goes up to 2000-4000 mg, 40 times the acceptable level... & the people inside the car will inevitably inhale an excess amount of the toxins.

It is recommended that you open the windows and door to give time for the interior to air out before you enter. Benzene is a toxin that affects your kidney and liver, and is very difficult for your body to expel this toxic stuff.

Super Food # 5: Vitamin D fortified low fat milk or orange juice

Goal: At least 400 IUs of vitamin D daily

What it does: “Essential to helping the bones absorb calcium from the gut,” says Somer, “vitamin D helps reduce the risk of osteoporosis and may be vital in reducing the risk of diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and tumors of the breast, colon, and ovary.”

Indeed, recent studies from the University of California San Diego suggest that vitamin D has the potential to prevent up to one–half of all breast, colon, and ovarian cancer in the United States .

Somer tells WebMD that a growing body of research indicates many women may be vitamin D deficient. “A combination of staying out of the sun (which the body uses to manufacture vitamin D) and using sunscreen, which blocks the synthesis of vitamin D, has resulted in many women hitting a dangerously low level of this nutrient,” says Somer.

While Vitamin D is found in salmon, mackerel, tuna, and sardines, experts say fortified foods, such as milk, are the best source.

I bet quite a few of you were like me....started to read this with your legs crossed...so hard to break this bad habit! :)

For those who do not understand Chinese, take a look at the photos below:

Those who often cross their legs when sitting for a long period of time, 3 unhealthy things will happen:

1 Their backbone tends to become 'C' shape
2 They will have neck aches and backaches on one side
3 For ladies, the shoulder will tend to slant one side causing the bra strap to slip down the slanted shoulder.

Try not to cross your legs when sitting.

Herpes can be a big pain in the rear. Did you know that 80% of Americans have suffered from oral herpes while only 20% suffer from genital herpes? Either way- there are a lot of us out there who have had the pesky blister appear with complimentary symptoms tingling of the skin, red skin, swollen glands and other flu like symptoms.

I know that I get a blister on my lip when I'm overly stressed and as a result have an impaired immune system or when I eat way too much chocolate for my own good!

There are natural therapies to address herpes outbreaks. As a holistic nutritionist in St. Petersburg, Fl - many of my clients seek my assistance in addressing such health concerns as herpes. I try to incorporate a healthy diet into the plan or protocols of my clients.

I recommend avoiding chocolate, nuts, peas and wheat -- all foods that contain the amino acid L-arginine which has been found to promote the herpes virus. Luckily the balance of L-arginine is an amino acid called L-Lysine that has been found to suppress the virus.

By eating lysine rich foods like legumes, turkey, fish, chicken, red meat and most veggies - many of my clients have found they can manange and eliminate the herpes viral outbreaks. This is especially important for those who may have genital herpes, an extremely contagious form of herpes that is transmitted through sexual activities.

There are a few great topical products that I also recommend. First, at the first twinge of pain I advise using organic apple cider vinegar to quell the outbreak. Usually this will speed the process and the blister will appear faster and heal faster with topical application sof products like Super Lysine cream and bee propolis.

Adding aloe vera to the diet and used as a topical agent as well helps treat and heal the skin quickly. Topics applications of any kind should take place 4 times a day until the blister completely heals.

Ultimately, the goal is to shorten the outbreak times. I've seen many clients who suffer for a week or more have a small blister for a period of only 2 days.

If you suffer from frequent herpes outbreaks, it may be time to assess the strength of your immune system and assess your diet to cut out herpes aggitating foods and bolster you immune system with a great regime of Cell Forte (IP-6), lysine supplementation and bee propolis will be essential.

For more information please contact Melissa Gallagher, Holistic Nutritionist and Natural Health Practitioner for a phone consultation. A 30 minute personalized evaluation and consultation may be just the change you are looking for today! Call us: 727-954-8968

Over the last week health officials globally have confirmed over 1000 cases of H1N1 swine flu in more than 20 countries. Authorities have reported the largest number of cases from Mexico followed by the USA (mainly in New York) and Canada.The World Health Organization's current Pandemic Alert is at Phase 5 (out of 6), indicating limited human-to-human transmission of this particular influenza

Good Afternoon!

I just received an amazing email from one of my clients today. I recently listened to an amazing CD called the Cornification of America by Michael Pollan. Michael discusses the role of corn in our modern diet and dis-ease as well as the history of corn production and how the government has subsidized growing this plant.

There is a movie coming out that includes health industry experts like Michael Pollan, that specifically focuses on the nature of the food industry and the lack of label regulation.

In the next few weeks, my natural health and wellness practice will be opening in a new location in St. Petersburg, Florida (425 33rd Ave N). It's a very exciting time and we are introducing a detoxification lounge to our wellness boutique space. This lounge will allow our visitors and clients to participate in a non-invasive, detoxification via the feet.

Detox Foot Bath is an all natural way to detox the inside of your body through your foot in a relaxing bath. Detoxification begins the moment you place your foot into the foot bath. Detoxification benefits your health and can help the aging process.

Reported Benefits:
Detoxification of Your Entire Body
Heavy Metals Removed
Increase Your Energy
Help With Faster Disease and Injury Recovery Time
Increased Oxygen in Your Body
Help Pain Relief
Improved Your Sleep
Reduced Unwanted Fluid Retention
Headache Relief
Immune System Booster

Ion Therapy Systems are only direct current units to ensure no unwanted power transients or static sounds are passed to the body.


The Array (the detachable applied part) is the methodology used to create the therapeutic ion field. The arrays are designed to only function in water and function in both positive and negative energy mode. The water molecules that pass through the array are split causing the ionic field.

The ions are created in two ways. First as the direct current is passed thru the water via the three metals, the hydrogen and oxygen will separate creating ions. Secondly the softer metals will electronically erode causing further ionization. The ion field can be either primarily positive or negative depending upon the electrical polarity going to the array. The reaction can be enhanced with the use of a catalyst such as salt etc...

As a person is brought near the array the only thing that they are exposed to is a low intensity ion field. This only occurs in the water and will not happen if removed from the water.
* Average treatment time 18-23 minutes.
* Healthy individuals often feel more energy, and experience a greater feeling of well-being.
* Patients with pain, edema, gout, headaches, and swollen joints have often reported immediate relief.
* Other patients with arthritis, allergies, lymph edema, neuralgia and other symptoms have experienced relief and benefits with multiple treatments.
* Manufactured to ISO standards at Erchonia Medical in McKinney, Texas.

THE SYSTEM BENEFITS Average treatment time 18-23 minutes.

Healthy individuals often feel more energy, and experience a greater feeling of well-being.

Patients with pain, edema, gout, headaches, and swollen joints have often reported immediate relief.

Each 24 minute session is $40 and includes a private detox booth, relaxing music, aromatherapy and chlorophyll enhanced filtered water.

To schedule your session today call Healthy Being at 727-954-8968 or email: melissa@healthybeingllc.com

Walk ins welcome. Visit our new location: 425 33rd Ave N., St. Petersburg, Fl 33704

Super Food # 4: Tomatoes (or watermelon, red grapefruit, red navel oranges)

Goal: 3 to 5 servings each week

What it does: The powerhouse nutrient in all these fruits is lycopene. And, according to Miller, while the headlines touted its protective effects against prostate cancer, more quiet research has shown it has tremendous health benefits for women as well.

“Research is starting to show that lycopene may protect against breast cancer,” Miller says. "And it’s also a powerful antioxidant that can help a woman fight heart disease.”

The very latest research shows it may also help keep you looking younger longer by protecting against UV damage from the sun.