I want to share with you the following information that was sent to me.  I found this information to be quite interesting.

I don't know if this really works or not, but even if it helps a little it's worth it.

ASPARAGUS -- WHO KNEW?

My Mom had been taking the full-stalk canned style asparagus that she pureed and she took 4 tablespoons in the morning and 4 tablespoons later in the day. She did this for over a month.. She is on chemo pills for Stage 3 lung cancer in the pleural area and her cancer cell count went from 386 down to 125 as of this past week. Her oncologist said she does not need to see him for 3 months.

THE ARTICLE:

Several years ago, I had a man seeking asparagus for a friend who had cancer. He gave me a photocopied copy of an article, entitled, Asparagus for cancer 'printed in Cancer News Journal, December 1979. I will share it here, just as it was shared with me: I am a biochemist, and have specialized in the relation of diet to health or over 50 years. Several years ago, I learned of the discovery of Richard R. Vensal, D.D.S. that asparagus might cure cancer. Since then, I have worked with him on his project.  We have accumulated a number of favorable case histories. Here are a few examples:

Case No. 1

A man with an almost hopeless case of Hodgkin's disease (cancer of the lymph glands) who was completely incapacitated. Within 1 year of starting the asparagus therapy, his doctors were unable to detect any signs of cancer, and he was back on a schedule of strenuous exercise.

Case No. 2

A successful businessman 68 years old who suffered from cancer of the bladder for 16 years. After years of medical treatments, including radiation without improvement, he went on asparagus. Within 3 months, examinations revealed that his bladder tumor had disappeared and that his kidneys were normal.

Case No. 3

 A man who had lung cancer. On March 5th 1971, he was put on the operating table where they found lung cancer so widely spread that it was inoperable. The surgeon sewed him up and declared his case hopeless. On April 5th he heard about the Asparagus therapy and immediately started taking it By August, x-ray pictures revealed that all signs of the cancer had disappeared. He is back at his regular business routine.

Case No. 4

 A woman who was troubled for a number of years with skin cancer. She finally developed different skin cancers which were diagnosed by the acting specialist as advanced. Within 3 months after starting on asparagus, her skin specialist said that her skin looked fine and no more skin lesions. This woman reported that the asparagus therapy also cured her kidney disease, which started in 1949. She had over 10 operations for kidney stones, and was receiving government disability payments for an inoperable, terminal, kidney condition. She attributes the cure of this kidney trouble entirely to the asparagus.

I was not surprised at this result, as `The elements of materia medica', edited in1854 by a Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, and stated that asparagus was used as a popular remedy for kidney stones. He even referred to experiments, in 1739, on the power of asparagus in dissolving stones. Note the dates! We would have other case histories but the medical establishment has interfered with our obtaining some of the records. I am therefore appealing to readers to spread this good news and help us to gather a large number of case histories that will overwhelm the medical skeptics about this unbelievably simple and natural remedy.

For the treatment, asparagus should be cooked before using, and therefore canned asparagus is just as good as fresh. I have corresponded with the two leading canners of asparagus, Giant and Stokely, and I am satisfied that these brands contain no pesticides or preservatives.

Place the cooked asparagus in a blender and liquefy to make a puree, and store in the refrigerator. Give the patient 4 full tablespoons twice daily, morning and evening. Patients usually show some improvement in 2-4 weeks. It can be diluted with water and used as a cold or hot drink. This suggested dosage is based on present experience, but certainly larger amounts can do no harm and may be needed in some cases. As a biochemist I am convinced of the old saying that `what cures can prevent.' Based on this theory, my wife and I have been using asparagus puree as a beverage with our meals. We take 2 tablespoons diluted in water to suit our taste with breakfast and with dinner. I take mine hot and my wife prefers hers cold. For years we have made it a practice to have blood surveys taken as part of our regular checkups.

The last blood survey, taken by a medical doctor who specializes in the nutritional approach to health, showed substantial improvements in all categories over the last one, and we can attribute these improvements to nothing but the asparagus drink. As a biochemist, I have made an extensive study of all aspects of cancer, and all of the proposed cures. As a result, I am convinced that asparagus fits in better with the latest theories about cancer.

Asparagus contains a good supply of protein called histones, which are believed to be active in controlling cell growth. For that reason, I believe asparagus can be said to contain a substance that I call cell growth normalizer. That accounts for its action on cancer and in acting as a general body tonic. In any event, regardless of theory, asparagus used as we suggest, is a harmless substance. The FDA cannot prevent you from using it and it may do you much good. It has been reported by the US National Cancer Institute, that asparagus is the highest tested food containing glutathione, which is considered one of the body's most potent ant carcinogens and antioxidants.

Please send this article to everyone in your Address Book. The most unselfish act one can ever do is paying forward all the kindness one has received, even to the most undeserved person.

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You will look and feel taller by wearing the same color tones, match pants/skirts, tops and shoes. Wearing fitted clothes takes away from looking thinner and taller.

When buying pants stay away from cuffs, they will make you look short, pinstriped pants   and high waist will add a few inches.

Fashion is all about proportion and line.  Choose clothes that accentuate the vertical aspect of your clothing.

Shorter hair in general makes you lankier and gives the illusion of a more youthful look.

Avoid wearing a contrasting color belt, this will accentuate the waist and make you look short.

It is preferable to wear a heel at least of 1 ½ to 2 ½inches, it helps create the illusion of height.

When choosing a jacket shorter is better.

A long trench coat should be kept above the ankle and wear a high heel pump in a matching color.

Avoid wearing hats, especially one with a large rim.

It is all a matter of proportions and lines…

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Another simple tip to make your skin softer, boil some water, ad fresh ginger, squeeze half a lemon. Then steam your face for a few minutes, your skin will feel like new!

Remember that the most important product you need is the proper cleanser for your skin type.

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If your fingertips are stained from preparing vegetables such as beets, dip them in strong tea for a few minutes then wash with soap.

If you have burned food in a pot, put ¼ cup automatic dishwashing soap in the pot, fill with water.  Boil for 15 min.  Cool.  Everything will lift out of the pot. 

CLUB SODA:

Use club soda to remove coffee stains from clothing or upholstery.

Use old club soda to water houseplants.  It adds vigor and gives them nice color.

Dip a new bristle broom in hot salt water.  This will toughen the bristles and make it last longer

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Tea is a tenderizer.   Cook tough cuts of meat in strong tea instead of water.

When melting chocolate, butter the inside of the saucepan.   All the chocolate can then be scrapped out easily.

A pinch of salt added to very sour fruits while cooking will greatly reduce the amount of sugar needed to sweeten them.

If you want a crisp brown crust on your roast or broiled chicken, rub mayonnaise on top of them for the last hour of cooking.

Add a little milk to water in which your cauliflower is cooking.  This will keep its color very white.

Instead of boiling beets, bake them like potatoes.  They will have a lovely flavor.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Our days are identical suitcases; all the same size, but some people pack more into them than others.

It's too bad two weeks on a vacation does not last as long as two weeks on a diet.

Probably nothing in the world arouses more false hopes than the first four hours of a diet!

Your mind is yours; you can starve it or feed it!

Opportunity knocks only once, but temptation leans on the doorbell!

If you are kicking up a storm, don't expect clear sailing!

It's easier to get ulcers from what's eating you, than from what you eat!

The way people find fault with others, you'd think there was a reward!

It isn't life that matters, but the courage we bring to it!