1.  Understand the enemy

·      Ticks are more active in the rain.  They love damp ground.

·      Young children have a higher incidence of Lyme disease than adults due to more outdoor activities.

·      Even if you have had Lyme in the past you can get it again if exposed again.

·      Ticks can spread more than 14 diseases.

·      According to a recent study Ticks are the most significant vectors of infectious diseases in the United States.

When searching for a diagnosis you are sometimes faced with many challenges.  Here is one test for ten dollars you can do online in your own home that may help point you in a diagnosis direction.  I first became aware of the VCS test when I was dealing with understanding and treating mold as it related to my own health.  Dr Shoemaker from Pocomoke, MD is known for his work in this field. Dr Shoemaker uses this test to help determine if you are suffering from a biotoxin illness.   

 
First lets understand what a biotoxin is and how it relates to Lyme and Mold illnesses.  A biotoxin is a poisonous substance produced by a LIVING organism.  Biotoxins can directly affect nerve cell function.  They are substances, which are both toxic and have a biological (from nature) origin. Some examples would be mold, Lyme disease or other parasitic infections including the brown recluse spider.  A simplified way to look at this is that a bee produces a biotoxin. Some people are not affected others have a severe reaction to a bee sting. 

 
The VCS test looks to see if you are reacting to a biotoxin.  This is a simple easy test that cannot only tell you if you are suffering from an biotoxin (Lyme/Mold) but can also show you the degree of your toxicity. Here is the site you can go to try the test. http://vcstest.com  I have been using this site for over 4 years and I have just purchased an unlimited membership. 

 
If you wish to research biotoxins further here are a few sites I found for further reading.  These articles supply an introduction to biotoxins.  I am not recommending them to replace information you will find through your doctor.

 
Biotoxin Journey

http://biotoxinjourney.com/what-is-biotoxin-illness/


And Moms aware

http://www.momsaware.org/aware-mold-mycotoxins.html


And Gordon medical.com

http://www.gordonmedical.com/unravelling-complex-chronic-illness/protocols-offered-at-gordon-medical-associates/biotoxin-protocols-mold-lyme-and-others/


A basic treatment protocol outlined https://www.survivingmold.com/docs/SURVIVING_MOLD_DOWN_UNDER_DR_GUPTA.PDF

 

 

I endeavor to help individuals learn about Lyme disease.  During May Lyme awareness month I am giving many presentations.  If you wish to review my presentation I am posting it here. 

The easiest way to make organic coconut oil liquid enough to apply easily is by simply adding extra liquid oil.  I personally like kakui nut oil and fractionated coconut oil.  You could use any oil that has benefits.  I simply warm the organic coconut oil and add just a small amount of one of the other oils.  Depending on the season will depend on how much liquid oil you add. I would start with 2 parts liquid oil to 8 parts coconut oil. So for example in the winter I need to add more liquid oil as my bathroom is normally colder and my moisturizer is more solid. You can also add an essential oil like lemon, grapefruit, rosemary or lavender.  I make a special batch with no essential oils that I use on my face only.  In the end I am using a moisturizer that I know is beneficial and healing to my body.  Use this idea to create ones of your own.  

• People who eat a lot of coconut are among the healthiest people on the planet. 
  
• Studies show that coconut oil can improve the moisture and lipid content of the skin. (3) 
• Coconut oil is as effective and safe as mineral oil when used as a moisturizer. (1) 
• One study shoes Coconut Oil is effective as a sunscreen, blocking about 20% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays (2) 
• Coconut oil treats infection by being microbial and also heals skin damage. The medium chain triglycerides in coconut oil have been shown to increase 24-hour energy expenditure by as much as 5%, potentially leading too significant weight loss over the long term. (3) 
  
• Capric caprylic lauric acids are three fatty acids in coconut oil and all have strong disinfectant and antimicrobial properties.  When applied to the skin it can be absorbed through the pores. (5) 
• Studies show that the fatty acids in coconut oil can increase blood levels of ketone bodies, supplying energy for the brain cells of Alzheimer’s patients and relieving symptoms. (3) 

 

I hope you are beginning to see the incredible benefits of coconut oil.  I only mentioned a few in this post.  There are many many more positive benefits of Organic coconut oil.  When you start putting 2 and 2 together you will see why moisturizing with coconut oil can be very beneficial.  Keep in mind that your skin works like your digestive system to bring nutrients into your body.  Using Coconut oil as a moisturizer is so easy and inexpensive to add to your daily routine! 


Please share your recipes and ideas!

Heres to better living one day at a time!

Candace 

Citations

(1) "Result Filters." National Center for Biotechnology Information. U.S. National Library of Medicine, Sept. 2004. Web. 15 May 2015.

(2) "Result Filters." National Center for Biotechnology Information. U.S. National Library of Medicine, July 2011. Web. 15 May 2015.

(3) Gunnars, Chris. "10 Proven Health Benefits of Coconut Oil (No. 3 Is Best)." RSS 20. N.p., 08 July 2013. Web. 15 May 2015.

(4) Blake, Sarah. "Phi'on: Honouring the Elements of Life." Phion Honouring the Elements of Life. N.p., Dec. 2013. Web. 15 May 2015.

(5) "Coconut Oil for Skin | Organic Facts." Organic Facts. N.p., 11 Jan. 2009. Web. 15 May 2015.

I am healthy! I am free of disease!  I am providing my body what it needs to bounce back from years of antibiotics and toxic thinking and a toxic environment!   Some negative people say that there is not test that can be done to say if you have recovered from Lyme or are Lyme free.  I say yes there is.  It is what I call the I feel great test!  If you feel great chances are you are disease free!  I feel great!  We all live in a toxic environment.  We all are exposed to unhealthy eating options, we all have had vaccines, we may have been exposed to heavy metals and the list goes on.  I can't change the environment but I can change how I live on a daily basis!  I choose to live healthy in mind body and spirit!  Even if you are struggling you can decide to be healthy!  Healing begins with you.  You decide if you are going to be a survivor or if you are going to be tied to the chains of sickness.  There is no test to determine if I am Lyme free.  But I can tell you that every blood test I have had taken puts me in the normal range. (Except for my estrogen and that is cut by 1/4 of what it was. Nut I firmly believe my healthy attitude will turn around even this.)  I'll take that as a good sign.  The test that matters is my own, " Do I feel Great test".  I feel great!  So frankly I don't give a hoot as to what a test says.  I feel great and I am a survivor and the day I chose to take my health in my own hands is the day I began my true healing journey!  Don't let anyone let you feel otherwise! I want you to be able to take my simple test and be able to answer these simple words "I FEEL GREAT!"