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I am chemically sensitive due to exposure to mixed xylene isomers, toluene and only God and the chemical companies know what else was in the mixture. But, I've since learned that these chemicals are in lots of other products including the tape to which I became allergic after my surgery; the cleaning products used in the hospital, laundry detergents, and a whole host of other products. My life has changed dramatically.
I became an environmental activist when my dogs began dying of cancer at earlier and earlier ages from age 13 (1982); age 11 in 1995; and age 10 in 2005. In 1982, I was poisoned with an insectidal fogger and suffered confusion and cognitive damage along with some heart and breathing related problems from both the insecticides and later from a chemical floor stripper. Both of which I've learned contained mixed xylene isomers. Additional symptoms have included peripheral neuropathy in my fingers due to permeation of the chemical compound through the gloves on was wearing at the time. Because there is no cure, I'm continually learning how to avoid future exposure.
I only eat organically grown produce and avoid processed foods. The nerve damage worsens when I consume chemically sprayed crops or meat regardless of whether or not the animal grazes on grass. I've learned that in the USA, coal ash is being spread on some agriculture, which may explain the reason why when I eat certain so-called organic crops, my fingers hurt. Coal ash contains significant levels of arsenic, which is one of the causes of peripherial vascular disease, according to published studies. In China, coal is burned everywhere and there are zero air pollution controls meaning agriculture, as well as fish and all foods are contaminated.
Never before have I had "allergies", but my guesstimate is they are realted to the chemical composition of the products. I'm allergic to plastic, but not paper tape, which was used to cover stitches while in the hospital. I'm allergic to certain plastics, when they come in contact with my skin, such as polyesters, and to certain pigments in clothing. Before I was poisoned none of this occurred. I've since learned that plastics often mixed mixed xylene isomers, the Volatile Organic Compound to which I was poisoned earlier.
Now, Shaklee cleaning products or distilled vinegar clean my house. Nothing is worth destroying your health over. Nothing! I'm learning from others which products to avoid and most come from so-called "modern chemistry."
In 1993, I attended a Scientific Assembly in Bethesda, Maryland where I had the pleasure of hearing zoologistd Theo Colborn and John Peterson Myers, authors of Our Stolen Future, which is about the vast numbers of mostly manmade chemicals which have been released into the environment since World War II and have the ability to disrupt the endocrine system (hormonal) of wildlife and people. For published studies, including Bisphenol A (polycarbonate plastics), go to ourstolenfuture.org for the vast numbers of studies they've collected from other scientists worldwide.
My activity now includes working with others to try and stop GE crops from devastating organic agriculture. But help is needed, these chemicals poison our air, food, and waters and mixed xylene isomers are amongst the Volatile Organic Compounds in herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides both as active and as so-called inert ingredients. Also, amongst these lists of inert ingredients are many of the hormone disrupting chemicals including bisphenol A (BPA) and nonylphenols, and more.
I use the name "Becca" to honor my beloved German Shorthair pointer who died of a fast growing bone cancer due to the radionuclides which are in the brine from production waters brought to the surface from the drilling for oil and gas in South Louisiana. My husband imported this "cheap" soil into the backyard to fill the holes left from hurricanes Lili when trees were downed, and Becca-dog tasted the salty brine. She had received a clean bill of health from our Vet in December but 3 months later had to be put down because she had a fast growing bone cancer in her shoulder and was dying.
Becca would need radiation, chemo, amputation and lots of care but my husband was unwilling to give it and I had just been released from the hospital to enter into rehab for a total hip replacement due to injury tripping over her 3 months prior. I could not help her, nor myself; and he would not. I miss her every hour of my life and pay tribute to her using her name to sign my letters and trying to help others, when I can stay focused.
I recently received a compressed spinal fracture of the lumbar region (#5-L) and am eating mostly vegan to reduce the pain and avoid both surgery and steroid injections. Cortisone injections, while they reduce pain temporarily, also damage the immune system and I don't want to live on them the rest of my life. With surgery, most surgeries don't take and the only remedy is steroids. Instead, I'm following the book by Neal Barnard, M.D., Foods That Fight Pain, except that I'm also eating wild Alaskan Salmon which I order from Vital Choice. Both Dr. Mercola and Dr. Andrew Weil recommend Vital Choice. The book is very helpful and is right on target for potential pain targets, such as citrus (I eat berries instead), nuts, and of course, nearly all forms of dairy and meat. I am eating wild salmon, which is meat, because of the healthy levels of vitamin D and Omega 3's, but I do not eat it every day. I eat lots of healthy, organic veggies, limit my grains to organic brown rice to balance the amino acids with beans and lentils, avoid corn, and eat carefully, by slowly following the book with one exception.
For the most part, the pain has eased except if I bend in a way I should not, and then everything comes back. I am now taking synthoid thyroid medication to bring my thyroid back to normal but wonder if it would come back on its own if I used a reverse osmosis water filter. With an emergency situation, I simply took my physicians advice. I also requested testing for vitamin D, and it confirmed the reason I keep fracturing my poor body. Between a low thyroid activity and the lack of vitamin D, I was an accident waiting to happen...and it has many times.
There is another book worthy of being read, especially if you are having trouble eating only an anti-inflammatory diet and avoiding meat. The title is: Stop Pain: Inflammation Relief for an Active Life by Veejay Vad, M.D., a sports medicine physican. Read more about him and his book at: ***6qsnq5k . Dr. Vad says you can never be too slim. I'm a far cry from the slim that I was at one time, but I'm working to get there. By eating predominantly vegan, I've lost 23 pounds in a month and half and pain keeps me from straying from this diet.
I'm supplementing with a multi vitamin, calcium citrate, and omega 3 supplements. And, am adding vitamin D made by Vital Choice as well as Krill oil. So far, so good. Next tests are due in June for my blood levels, and x-rays to show healing. Just hope I don't get bone cancer from all the radiation!
Personal Updates -- Mini Blog
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April 27, 2012
mjroseman
Molly,
At: General Cleaning: for counter tops, furniture, hard floors, spot cleaning for walls and tile, cleaning bathrooms: 2 ounces of Kleen Free Enzyme Cleaner to 1 gallon of water, 2 ounces to 15-ounce sprayer (heavy degreaser) for spotting.
I used one capful per full tub of water and soaked in the solution for about 30 minutes twice a day. I cannot remember the exact details, but if I recall correctly, the morning and evening when the itching was most fierce is when I soaked. You can soak for more than 30 minutes if you desire. But, I would not soak less.
It doesn't hurt to soak your hair as well --wherever the scabies may be hiding. Then, after a half hour, just before drying off, wash your hair as usual without your own soap or shampoo.
I found that my skin was a nice pink again, but it did not hurt either my skin or the skin of my 86 year old mother when I used it on her. She had a white scum on her legs, and the Kleen Free Enzyme removed the scum and left behind soft, natural skin.
The scabies were also washed from sheets, and mattress pad covers, and well as blankets or comforters, and all clothing.
Seems to me, if I recall correctly, that the problem disappeared within about two or three days, and never returned. It is certainly less expensive than the expensive and questionably safe products sold by dermatologists. We had zero ill effects from this product.
Read the information at: http://www.biconet.com/kkec/underkk.html
I assume that the formula is the same.
BTW, I found this a really good remedy to eliminate fire ants, as well, as mosquitoes and other unwanted pests. It even got rid of the black mold on plant leaves. Contact with the surface is critical.
Good luck.
Beccadog
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May 21, 2009
Cheers, Rainbowheaven.
Don't leave it to the environmental community to clean up the world, there are not enough of us and we are all going separate directions.
Even our U.S. President speaks out of both sides of his mouth. He supports genetically modified crops but also supports community gardening of organics. Genetically modified crops carry patented DNA which is owned by Monsanto and other biotech firms. When the wind or pollinators carry this DNA to organic farms, it contaminates the farms and Monsanto eventually sends it's goons into the private property to take samples, and take the farmer to court, where he/she generally loses not only money, but also possibly their farm to the most evil company in the world.
It is Monsanto's plan to own the DNA for every crop, every tree, every plant in the world, as well as our own bodies. But, this is not what they say to farmers or governments.
One thing they say is that their genetically modified seeds will reduce the need of pesticides --agricultural pest controls. But, they are in the pesticide business, so why would they want to phase themselves out. They spread disinformation, always have, always will.
Monsanto's disinfectant, Lysol, (which is still on the market) was found by an EPA whistleblower, William Sanjour, to be contaminated with dioxin, the most toxic chemical ever inadvertently created by mankind. **Lysol, a product made from Monsanto's Santophen, was contaminated with dioxin with Monsanto's knowledge." [The Sanjour memo says that, at the time of the contamination, "Lysol (was) recommended for cleaning babies' toys and for other cleaning activities involving human contact."] **
More at: http://www.ejnet.org/rachel/rhwn107.htm
The U.S. EPA has in the past tried to reduce the amount of toxics industry puts into the environment. But, that hasn't worked either. Monsanto made amazing announcements that not only weren't possible for them or other companies to do, but their pollution has increased in every sector since the announcement was made.
http://www.ejnet.org/rachel/rhwn107.htm
The lists goes on and on, and this is just with one company. You can learn more about Monsanto, by googling: Monsanto, Agent Orange, [or] PCBs, dioxin
"* The manufacturer of Lysol was not told about the dioxin by Monsanto for fear of losing his business;
"* Other companies using Santophen, who specifically asked about the presence of dioxin, were lied to by Monsanto
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