March, 2013

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The NLP View: Arielle Essex Discusses "Practical Miracles" - Mar 01,2013

After seeing naturopath Arielle Essex in the film documentary The Living Matrix, many people ask, How did she heal her own brain tumour without medical treatment? Convinced that resolving stress would help, Arielles healing journey focused on how the mind and emotions affect the body. Practical Miracles explains how she applied the practical psychology of NLP to disentangle her own confusing cloud of thoughts and restore inner peace. In Practical Miracles, Arielle describes her process for facing any kind of crisis and turning it around: heal the thinking to transform the stress; dont let outside events trigger your emotions; learn how to bounce back instead of being bewildered and confused; and develop the kind of resiliency that sustains you and keeps you well, no matter what happens. Having faced her own crisis, Arielle knows the kind of questions people really want to ask: How can I make a miracle happen when I need one? How could this have happened to me, and why now? How is it possible that my thoughts have contributed to this? How can I resolve this problem and get rid of it right now? How is it possible to forgive the unforgivable and let go? Tune in to this segment of The NLP View Radio Show, as host, Donna Blinston, R.N./RGN is joined by author, Arielle Essex to discuss her best-selling book Practical Miracles Choices: that Heal and Build Resilience and her speciality of mind/body psychology using NLP.

Looking Back 2 Yrs Ago: Tom Theobald Discusses Clothianidin - Mar 04,2013

In this special encore edition of The Organic View Radio show, tune in to see how far we have come to understand the impact of neonicotinoids on pollinators. This is the very first interview with Tom Theobald who is a commercial beekeeper, honeybee health advocate and special guest co-host of The Neonicotinoid View Radio Show (which airs each Wednesday). More than 100 agricultural crops in the United States are pollinated by bees. Without them, life as we know it would cease to exist. Any fatal impact on the honeybee would create a monumental disaster. Clothianidin has been widely used as a seed treatment on many of the USA's key crops (which include canola, soy, sunflowers, wheat and sugar beet crops) for eight growing seasons under a conditional registration granted while EPA waited for Bayer Crop Science, the pesticide's maker, to conduct a field study assessing the insecticide's threat to bee colony health. The EPA has moved from granting a conditional registration to full registration of this chemical just in time for the spring planting. Clothianidin is of the neonicotinoid family of systemic pesticides, which are taken up by a plant's vascular system and expressed through pollen, nectar and gutation droplets from which bees then forage and drink. Scientists are concerned about the mix and cumulative effects of the multiple pesticides bees are exposed to in these ways. Neonicotinoids are of particular concern because they have cumulative, sublethal effects on insect pollinators that correspond to CCD symptoms – namely, neurobehavioral and immune system disruptions. In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, host, June Stoyer will speak to Tom Theobald, commercial beekeeper, President and founding board member of the Boulder County Beekeepers Association and guest co-host of The Neonicotinoid View Radio Show about the impact of this devastating chemical.

Homegrown Herbs and Growing 101 Herbs That Heal - Mar 05,2013

All chefs know that the secret to good food is fresh herbs. Whether you are a chef or just someone who appreciates the flavor of fresh, organic herbs, having an herb garden is becoming an essential part of every home environment. In addition to culinary uses, herbs are also grown for a myriad of reasons such as natural remedies, fragrance, beauty, to dye textiles, for attracting pollinators and even to repel other insects. Some herbs are even grown for spiritual ceremonies and rituals. While there are many uses for herbs, growing your own herbs is something that everyone should incorporate into their home environment. It is economic, good for the environment and good for your health! Tammi Hartung, author of Homegrown Herbs- A Complete Guide To Growing, Using and Enjoying More than 100 Herbs, will share her stories and inspirational guidelines for growing and using herbs as a part of ones daily lifestyle. She will discuss ways to garden on the windowsill during cold seasons and outdoors in the garden the rest of the year. She will describe ways to cook with herbs, how to prepare them for a proper cup of tea and how to use them in the bath. Bio: Tammi Hartung is an herbalist and organic grower with more than 32 years of experience. She and her husband, Chris, own and operate Desert Canyon Farm, a small certified organic wholesale farm in southern Colorado.Tammi is an international speaker and the author of Homegrown Herbs and Growing 101 Herbs That Heal. Her farm is a United Plant Savers botanical Sanctuary and a National Wildlife Habitat Sanctuary. Every spring Tammi and Chris open their farm to the public for 5 weekends as part of their Open Farm Days. In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, host, June Stoyer talks to Herbal Goddess,Tammi Hartung.

The Neonicotinoid View: A Retired EPA Employee Speaks Out - Mar 06,2013

In the United States, the agency whose mission is to protect human health and the environment is called the Environmental Protection Agency or EPA. EPAs purpose is to ensure that: all Americans are protected from significant risks to human health and the environment where they live, learn and work; national efforts to reduce environmental risk are based on the best available scientific information; federal laws protecting human health and the environment are enforced fairly and effectively; environmental protection is an integral consideration in U.S. policies concerning natural resources, human health, economic growth, energy, transportation, agriculture, industry, and international trade, and these factors are similarly considered in establishing environmental policy; all parts of society -- communities, individuals, businesses, and state, local and tribal governments -- have access to accurate information sufficient to effectively participate in managing human health and environmental risks; environmental protection contributes to making our communities and ecosystems diverse, sustainable and economically productive; and the United States plays a leadership role in working with other nations to protect the global environment. As we continue our special series called “The Neonicotinoid View”, hosts June Stoyer and Tom Theobald will be joined by former EPA enforcement inspector, Dan Bench to discuss his experience with the EPA and his 35 years as a beekeeper.

The Permaculture Handbook - Mar 07,2013

Permaculture is a practical way to apply ecological design principles to food, housing, and energy systems, making growing fruits, vegetables and livestock easier, more productive and more sustainable. The Permaculture Handbook is a step-by-step, beautifully illustrated guide to practical, small-scale permaculture rounded out by extensive case studies of three successful farmsteads and market gardens. Peter Bane is a permaculture teacher and site designer who has published and edited Permaculture Activist magazine for over 20 years. He helped create Earthaven Ecovillage in North Carolina, and is now pioneering suburban farming in Bloomington, Indiana. Tune in to this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, as host, June Stoyer is joined by special guest, Peter Bane to discuss the benefits of incorporating permaculture techniques into your garden.

The NLP View: Dynamic Spin Release - Mar 08,2013

Created by Kris Hallbom and Tim Hallbom, Dynamic Spin Release™ is a complementary approach consisting of several techniques and processes– that allows users to release their negative thought patterns, limiting beliefs and physical pain in as little as eight minutes. Dynamic Spin Release™ processes are practical, easy to use with yourself and others, and work well with children. Tune in to this segment of The NLP View Radio Show, as host, Donna Blinston RGN is joined by authors Tom and Kris Hallbom to discuss their best-selling book Beliefs: Pathways to Health and Well -Being and their development of Dynamic Spin Release.

The Complete Guide to Saving Seeds - Mar 11,2013

The best course of action conscious consumers can take to fight GMOs is to grow their own food. Thanks to popular urban aquaponics models, organic food can be grown sustainably and in areas where space and water are limited. Regardless of where you live or what method you choose to grow food, it all begins the same way…with a seed! In The Complete Guide to Saving Seeds by Robert Gough and Cheryl Moore-Gough, you will find the largest and most comprehensive resource available about seed saving. The book contains a myriad of priceless information that the educated and conscious gardener should know including: the botanical nomenclature, isolation requirements, seed collection process, germination information, information about invasives, which plants you cannot harvest seeds from, overwintering instructions, how to transplant and so much more! Cheryl Moore-Gough holds an M.S. in Plant Sciences from Montana State University, where she is now an adjunct assistant professor in horticulture. Cheryl has taught and coordinated the Montana Master Gardener program and has published numerous works alone and with her husband, Dr. Robert Gough, including five gardening books. She has written for Montana Magazine, Fine Gardening, American Nurseryman, and Zone 4 Magazine, and she hosts “Northern Gardening Tips,” which is broadcast by radio stations throughout Montana, Wyoming, and South Dakota on the Northern News Network. She has been gardening and saving seeds in Montana for 30 years. Tune in to this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, as host, June Stoyer is joined by special guest, Cheryl Moore-Gough to discuss her new book, The Complete Guide to Saving Seeds and learn what you need to do to save your own seeds

How To Raise Micro-flocks of Chickens - Mar 12,2013

More and more people are raising chickens due to the inhumane practice of factory farms and use of antibiotics. For folks that wish to grow food organically, locally and sustainably, raising chickens has become the most popular method. Across America, municipalities are allowing and even encouraging residents to keep laying hens within city limits. Expert, Patricia Foreman, author of CITY CHICKS: Keeping Micro-flocks of Chickens as Garden Helpers, Compost Makers, Bio-recyclers and Local Food Suppliers is certainly leading the way. Tune in to this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, as host, June Stoyer is joined by special guest, Patricia Foreman to discuss how to raise chickens in you're an urban environment.

The Neonicotinoid View: Pesticide Exposure and Health Risk - Mar 13,2013

In this special series called “The Neonicotinoid View”, host, June Stoyer, will be joined by special guest host, Tom Theobald to talk to Dr. Chensheng (Alex) Lu, Associate Professor of Environmental Exposure Biology at Harvard, about his research on honeybees and neonicotinoids. Dr. Lu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University. Dr. Lus primary research interest is in the area of pesticide exposure and health risk assessment using biological monitoring approach. Dr. Lu is developing a research program integrating novel exposure assessment tools, physiologically-base pharmacokinetic models and cumulative risk assessment models. Dr. Lus current research projects include: exploring the feasibility of assessing pesticide exposure using saliva as a biomarker, assessing childrens aggregate pesticide exposures in a longitudinal manner, investigation the variation of dietary consumption patterns and the corresponding pesticide exposure, and estimating absorbed pesticide dose in children and farm worker population using Exposure-Related Dose Estimating Model. Dr. Lu currently serves as an ad hoc member on the US EPA Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Scientific Advisory Panel, and an ad hoc member on the National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH) grant peer-review panel.

The Hazards Of Electronic Pollution - Mar 14,2013

In todays world, it is impossible to avoid technology. We use it to make our coffee in the morning, text messages to friends, microwave food and work on laptops. Were being zapped! Today 84 % of Americans own a cell phone, 89 million of us watch TV beamed in by satellite and we cant sip a cup of coffee at our local cafe without being exposed to Wi-Fi. The very electronic innovations that have changed our lives are also exposing us, in ways big and small, to an unprecedented number of electromagnetic fields. Invisible pollution surrounds us 24/7, interrupting our bodies natural flow of energy. And for some, that pollution has reached the point of toxicity, causing fatigue, irritability, weakness, and even illness. But we dont have to simply surrender. Ann Louise Gittleman brings forth the latest research into electromagnetic fields to create this groundbreaking guide for every citizen of the wireless age. With the proactive, levelheaded approach that has made her one of our most respected health experts, she not only clarifies the risks but also offers specific, step-by-step information for how anyone can minimize them. From where you place your sofa to when you use your cell phone to what you eat for dinner, Zapped is packed with strategies for avoiding and mitigating the damaging effects of electropollution. As she examines modern life room by room, device by device, Gittleman reveals a master plan for detoxifying your surroundings and protecting yourself and your family. We dont need to abandon our homes or even give up our PDAs to be healthier and happier. Based on the latest scientific data, case studies, and Gittlemans years of clinical practice, Zapped is an empowering guide to living safely with the gadgets we cant live without. Tune in to this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, as host, June Stoyer is joined by Ann Louise Gittleman.

The NLP View: Sensory Integration Dysfunction - Mar 15,2013

Sensory Integration Dysfunction SID, (also called sensory processing disorder) is a neurological disorder that causes difficulties for individuals when processing information from the five senses of sight, hearing, touch, smelling and our taste. For individuals who suffer with SID, they can take things in through their 5 senses normally but they are unable to mentally process what they have seen, heard, felt, smelt or tasted. This leads to stress or distress and confusion. Tune in to this segment of The NLP View Radio Show, as host, Donna Blinston RGN is joined by author, Karen Moxom to discuss her personal experience with sensory processing disorder and how she uses NLP to support herself and her Son. Stay Tuned!

Eat Right For Your Body Type With Anjum Anand - Mar 18,2013

In Anjums Eat Right for Your Body Type: The Super-Healthy Diet Inspired by Ayurveda, beloved author and cooking show host Anjum Anand puts a fresh spin on this ancient medical system, making it easy for readers to incorporate Ayurvedic concepts into their busy 21st-century lives. A lifestyle quiz provided in the beginning of the book helps readers quickly determine their body type, or Dosha, thereby revealing what foods are best for them to eat. Ayurveda medicine teaches us “how to maintain harmony within ourselves and with nature.”Anjums Eat Right for Your Body Type reveals how the right diet can promote weight loss, improve mood, increase focus,and prevent disease. In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, host, June Stoyer will speak to Author, Anjum Anand, who is an experienced chef and the host of Indian Food Made Easy on the Cooking Channel in the United States. She gained fame as the presenter of two, six-part BBC series of the same name. Her books are bestsellers in the United Kingdom, where she lives with her family. Stay tuned!

How Safe Is Your Pet’s Flea Medication? - Mar 19,2013

It is that time of the year again when it seems as though during the winter months, fleas, ticks and mosquitoes have been building their armies in anticipation of the Spring weather so they can launch their attack on your animal companions. Oddly enough, some have actually adapted to the weapons that have been used against them. Others have mutated so they are stronger and bigger. There are now so many new flea and tick medications on the market that it seems like an easy problem to solve. However, no one really thinks about the danger of these chemicals to our animal companions! If you live in a warm climate, year round, there is no relief from the cold weather that generally kills these parasites. They are a problem all year long. This also means that our animal companions require year long protection. Just how safe are these chemicals? What are the implications of the animals being given drugs that are often poisonous? How are they being administered? Could some of the diseases and behavior issues be related to these products? In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, host, June Stoyer talks to animal and wildlife advocate, Laura Lluellyn-Lassiter from Soul Be It (http://www.Soul-Be-It.com ). Laura will provide some new products that are not only organic but explain the use of electro-magnetic energy fields to eliminate these insects. She will also discuss the top ten flea myths, why the flea is such a fierce enemy, natural defensive strategies for animals in addition to defending the home environment, inside and out. Stay tuned!

The Neonicotinoid View: Alyn Smith Discusses The EU Vote - Mar 20,2013

After the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) deemed the use of neonicotinoids to be an unacceptable risk, the European Commission proposed a two year ban across the continent, on the use of three neonicotinoids (Imidacloprid, Clothidanidin and Thiamethoxam) from use on corn, oil seed rape, apples, carrots, strawberries and many other flowering crops in order to further assess the environmental impact. Last Friday, March 15, 2013, there was a vote by the European Commission and the ban failed to pass by the majority. Although key countries such as Germany and the UK failed to back the plan, environmentalists, beekeepers and scientists are hopeful because there is a great chance that it can pass by the appeals committee. As we continue our special series called “The Neonicotinoid View”, host, June Stoyer and guest co-host, Tom Theobald, will be joined by Mr. Alyn Smith, who is a Member of the European Parliament. Mr. Smith is also a member of the European Parliaments Agriculture and Rural Development Committee. We will be discussing his position on neonicotinoids as well as the situation with the proposed ban. Later on in the show, environmentalist and beekeeper, Graham White who has been campaigning against neonicotinoids will explain the recent developments in Europe with the proposed ban. Stay tuned!

How To Grow Award Winning Organic Roses - Mar 21,2013

Roses are always the centerpiece of every well manicured garden. They can be a challenge at times but the rewards are great. Due to concerns about the harsh chemicals used to help cultivate these high maintenance plants, more and more gardeners are seeking advice from Rosarians to help them grow beautiful roses organically. In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, host, June Stoyer talks to award winning Rosarian and author, Susan Fox, founder of http://www.GagasGarden.com.

Biographical Sketch: As an avid horticulturist holding national awards for growing prize winning roses and award winning gardens, Gaga will share her knowledge with you. A master in the art of rose growing and garden design Gaga's expertise includes speaking on growing and the care of roses to the Plano and Dallas Master Gardeners Groups. During her tenure as treasurer of the Northeastern Illinois Rose Society, her society was instrumental in having the rose named as the national flower by the President of the United States. As an avid gardener, speaker and consulting Rosarian, Gaga is dedicated to perpetuating knowledge growing things the organic way in our gardens and particularly the planting and care of rose gardens. She is a past member of the board of the Dallas Rose Society and the Northeastern Illinois Rose Society.

The NLP View: Mark Peters-Treating Asthma & Anxiety With NLP - Mar 22,2013

Asthma and Anxiety are both psychosomatic diseases which begin in the mind and are experienced in the body. In many cases they are triggered by stress, anxiety, or another allergen. You can learn to program your mind through NLP in order to understand your causes asthma and anxiety. This will help you to eliminate the challenges they create so you can live a healthier life. Tune in to this segment of The NLP View Radio Show, as host, Donna Blinston RN is joined by Mark Peters to discuss how he uses NLP to help individuals who suffers from Asthma and Anxiety. Stay tuned!

What Petsumers Should Know About Buying Pet Food - Mar 25,2013

Most people do not pay much attention to their food labels much less their pet's food labels. After all, it is a $53 million dollar industry, so we assume that as consumers, we are buying something of quality. Even the labels show dogs and cats running and jumping around because they are so happy to be eating that product. However, did you know that pet food labels can lie to you? While other food industries are closely scrutinized by the Federal Trade Commission, this multi-billion dollar a year industry is privileged to continue to lie to consumers penalty free. In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, Susan Thixton, Animal Advocate and Founder of the Truth About Pet Food (http://www.truthaboutpetfood.com.com) talks to host, June Stoyer about what consumers should know about pet food. Susan will share some secrets to pet food advertising to prevent you from being caught up in the pet food advertising scam. While some pet foods lie, others do not. How can you tell the difference? Learn about some of the most popular pet food ingredients; what they are, which ingredients are quality ingredients and which are not. Susan will also discuss tips for all pet owners to learn how to decipher the truth from the lies.

Eat to Defeat Menopause: The Essential Nutrition Guide - Mar 26,2013

Every four minutes an American woman enters menopause and with an ever-increasing life expectancy rate, that woman can spend as much as one third of her life going through “the change.” However, despite the inevitability and importance of menopause in a womans life, the discussion of this challenging transitional period is often riddled with myths, uncertainties, and trepidation. In Eat to Defeat Menopause: The Essential Nutrition Guide for a Healthy Midlife—with 130 Recipes, Karen Giblin and Mache Seibel, MD, two of the nations top menopause experts, break down the most important, need-to-know facts about menopause, offer tips and advice for combating its symptoms, and provide healthy and enticing recipes guaranteed to satisfy every craving (or mood swing). Combining the latest research on menopause, traditions from their Italian and Jewish families, and recipes from chefs across the United States, Giblin and Seibel show that making simple changes to ones lifestyle can, in many cases, be just as effective as combating menopausal symptoms with the latest drugs and surgeries. Some of these simple changes can include: Eating foods that contain phytoestrogens, such as soy and garlic, to combat hot flashes and insomnia Stabilizing mood swings by eating omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B Cooking with avocados, chocolate, asparagus, or chile peppers to improve a decreased sex drive Reducing alcohol intake to ward off headaches, hot flashes, insomnia, and mood swings Whether readers are personally experiencing the “change” or just want to arm themselves with information and healthful eating habits for the road ahead, Eat to Defeat Menopause provides an easy and delicious guide for achieving a healthy (and hot-flash-free) midlife. Stay tuned!

The Neonicotinoid View: An Interview With Brigit Strawbridge - Mar 27,2013

Recently, the European Commission proposed a two-year suspension on the use of three neonicotinoids after the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) deemed their use to be an unacceptable risk. The ban failed to achieve a weighted majority and therefore, was not passed. However, it is still subject to an appeal where environmentalists and bee health advocates are anticipating a victory. What direction is needed in order to continue the momentum and what is the process for the people to reach the elected officials responsible for the vote? What is the next course of action to protect all pollinators? In this special series called “The Neonicotinoid View”, hosts June Stoyer and guest co-host, Tom Theobald, talk to environmental and bee health advocate, Brigit Strawbridge who has been campaigning against neonicotinoids and is going to explain the recent developments in Europe with the proposed ban. Stay tuned! Bio: Brigit Strawbridge moved with her family to a smallholding in Cornwall in 2005, where their endeavors to live a more sustainable lifestyle were the subject of the BBC series ‘It's Not Easy Being Green'. Following the series, Brigit moved back to Malvern, Worcestershire, where she founded ‘The Big Green Idea' an environmental charity dedicated to showing people how easy it is to live a low impact, wildlife friendly and ethical life. Over the last few years Brigit has become increasingly concerned about the plight of our native bees and now spends her time talking, writing and campaigning to raise awareness of the importance of bees as pollinators; the problems they face (focusing on habitat loss and pesticides); and what we can all do to help.

Agent Orange: What Legacy Do We Leave Behind For Children? - Mar 28,2013

During the Vietnam War, the United States military sprayed millions of gallons of Agent Orange and other herbicides on trees and vegetation. Several decades later, concerns about the health effects from these chemicals continue. One of the groups impacted by Agent Orange Dioxin poisoning is the servicemen who were at sea. These brave men are often referred to as Blue Water Navy, which includes Coast Guard and Fleet Marine personnel. Although it has been over forty years, there are still so many servicemen as well as their offspring who continue to suffer due to Agent Orange Dioxin poisoning. While the United States Veterans Administration offers “eligible Veterans”, a free Agent Orange Registry health exam to assess possible long-term health problems related to exposure, gathering the information is quite a task. However, there are people out there who are doing everything they can to help our veterans get the help that they need. In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, host, June Stoyer talks to Mr. John J. Bury, a retired US Navy and Vietnam War Veteran. He is going to talk about Agent Orange Dioxin poisoning and his work as an advocate, helping others that have also been affected.