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[itw69fxst]

Here are a few duct/duck tape uses - some are no brainers - but it does not hurt to refresh the brain one in awhile.

 

Catch flies and mosquitos
Flies and other insects can be annoying and, at times, can spread dangerous by spreading diseases. Sometimes it’s easier to get rid of flies instead of continually swatting at them. Place down strips of duct tape sticky side facing up. The flies will land on them and be trapped.

 

Short-term auto hose fix
Until you can get to your mechanic, duct tape is a dependable and strong repair for broken water hoses in your car. By no means is this a permanent fix. Duct tape will usually only stand up to 200 degree temperatures. Duct tape can also not be used to repair gas line leaks. The gas will dissolve the duct tape adhesive.

 

Temporarily hem your pants
Need to make your jeans a little shorter but don’t have a thick enough needle to pierce through the material? Fake it with duct tape! Fold up the jeans to where you need them and apply the duct tape to the inside of the pant. It should last through a few washes too!

 

Keep a secret key
One of the great things about duct tape is that it can stick to nearly anything. You can use it to keep an extra key under your car, in your yard or some other secret place.

 

Roofing shingle
If you have shingles missing and you know a storm is coming, you’ll need to act quickly. Place duct tape around a piece of ¼-inch plywood. Wedge the plank into place and it should repel storm water until you can get it repaired properly.

 

Make clothes waterproof
We’ve all seen people make purses and prom dresses out of duct tape. But one of the great things about duct tape is that it’s water resistant. You could repair waterproof clothing and even create your own line of waterproof clothing.

 

Extra insulation
Make your shoes or boots a little warmer by taping the inside of the boots with duct tape. Place the shiny side of the duct tape towards your feet and it will reflect the heat back towards you!

 

Repair tent poles
Have a busted tent pole or fishing pole? Quickly and easily repair it with duct tape.

 

Make rope
Stick one edge of the duct tape to something, pull out long pieces and then start twirling. You’ll create a sturdy piece of duct tape rope in no time!

 

Make/repair a boat
I remember in high school physics class we were assigned to make a boat purely out of cardboard and duct tape. (I’m proud to say that we passed with flying colors!) Like we’ve mentioned above, duct tape is a great waterproofing material. You can repair small holes and leaks in a boat.

 

Protect yourself from ticks
If you’re out hiking, working in the yard or just have a lot of ticks around the house, strap some duct tape around your pant cuffs to keep those blood suckers out!

 

Cracked toilet seat
Now, this might not be a life-or-death situation, but it can seem dire. If your toilet bowl seat is cracked, you can repair it with duct tape to give yourself a temporary relief and solution to your toilet troubles.

 

Homemade band-aid
Have a smaller cut but no band-aids? Simply use a piece of duct tape to strap across your sore!

 

Create a splint or sling
Use duct tape and a solid object to prevent your broken arm or leg from moving too much. Don’t tape too tightly though, you don’t want to cut off circulation. You can also make some duct tape rope with duct tape padding to create an emergency sling.

 

Make a spear
Tape an arrowhead or shard piece to a stick and you have a spear ready for hunting and helping you find that perfect emergency dinner.

 

[itw69fxst]

Here are some radiation fighting herbs that I have found and wanted to share

 

Burdock Root (Arctium lappa)- removes radioactive isotopes from the body.

Recommended Dose - 1-4 ounces/300-120 grams of cooked fresh root, up to a pint of infusion daily, or several large spoonfuls of vinegar but only if made with fresh roots.  Tincture - 15-20 drops 3 times a day.

Contraindications - do not use Burdock during the first trimester of pregnancy.

 

Cilantro Leaf (Coriandum sativum)- natural heavy metal chelator (i.e. plutonium and cesium are heavy metals.)  Therefore, it helps to eliminate them out of the body.

Recommended Dose - Take 1-3 dropperfuls daily of tincture or eat large amounts of fresh cilantro

 

Eleuthero/Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus)- helps protect against the side effects of radiation exposure.

Recommended Dose - 500-3000 mg. in capsule form. Tincture: 15-20 drops three times a day.

 

Holy Basil/Tulsi Aerial Parts (Ocimum sanctum)- preliminary research shows evidence that Holy Basil protects against radiation-induced peroxidation, thus helping to protect against the detrimental effects of low-level radiation. It also increases glutathione and superoxide dismutase which are important mediators in the liver in helping the body deal with radiation.

Recommended Dose - Tincture: 40–60 drops, three times per day. Tea: add 1 tsp. dried leaf to 8 oz. hot water, steep, covered, 5–10 minutes. Take 4 oz. of tea up to three times per day. Capsules: various forms of capsulated products are available. These include extracts in gelcaps, dried or powdered herb in capsules, and standardized extracts (2 percent ursolic acid) in capsules.

Contraindications - Holy Basil should not be taken while pregnant or nursing or for an extended period of time. Use caution if you have high blood pressure or rheumatic heart disease.

 

Reishi Mushroom Fruiting Bodies (Ganoderma lucidum)- offers protection against ionizing radiation

Preventive Dose - 400 mg. take 2 caps or 1 dropperful of tincture up to 3 times per-day.

Dose Upon Radiation Exposure - take the same dose up to 6 times per day

Contraindications – None.

Other Supplements

Rutin-a bioflavonoid that can also be found in lower doses in vitamin C supplements containing bioflavonoids. Rutin is glucoside found in buckwheat that can help protect the body from the effects of radiation. Itstrengthens the capillary walls and reduces hemorrhaging caused by x-rays. In animal studies it was shown to reduce the death rate caused by excessive x-rays by 800 per cent.

Preventive Dose - 100 to 200 mg a day.

Dose Upon Radiation Exposure - 800 mg. or more a day. I

Contraindications – none

 

Selenium- protects DNA from radiation damage and helps prevent damage to the skin surface, too. Get plenty of selenium by eating a daily dose of 2 cups/500 ml of nettle infusion, one-half ounce/15 g kelp, 2 ounces/60 g cooked burdock root, or 1 cup/250 ml organic yogurt daily. Shellfish, green and black teas, and garlic contain significant amounts of selenium, as do many mushrooms. The best sources however are nettles (2200 mcg per 100 grams), kelp (1700 mcg/100 g), Burdock (1400 mcg/100 g), Catnip (Nepeta cataria), American Ginseng, and Eleuthero which is also known as Siberian Ginseng and Astragalus.

 

Vitamin A- In 1974, researchers from India found that vitamin A, when taken internally by humans, hastened recovery from radiation. In 1984, Dr. Eli Seifter and a team of researchers for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine reported that vitamin A and beta-carotene counteracted both partial and total body gamma radiation. It also improved the healing of wounds; reduced weight loss, thymic and splenic atrophy, and adrenal enlargement; and prevented gastro-ulceration and an abnormal decrease in red and white blood cell formation. For therapeutic purposes, 25,000 to 35,000 IU is the recommended dose for adults. During emergencies or crisis situations, intensive exposure may warrant higher amounts.

Contraindications - can be toxic if taken too much over a long period of time.  Vitamin A can also be toxic to pregnant woman and their babies.

 

Vitamin B-Complex- many B vitamins, especially pantothenic acid, help to decrease the effects of radiation. One of its many functions is that they normalize the red and white blood cell count because the destruction of white blood cells by radiation can last for extended periods of time. The various B vitamins have different effects and should be taken together.Take the dose recommended on the bottle.

 

Vitamin C with bioflavonoids- this is a VERY IMPORTANT supplement as it protects against intercellular damage from radiation. 

Preventive Dose:  2-5 grams per day

Dose Upon Radiation Exposure - 2-5 gram per day

Contraindications - when you start having diarrhea back off 500 mg until you reach bowel tolerance.

 

Vitamin E- can provide internal and external protection against Cesium-137 which is a common component of fallout and a reported component in the fallout from Japan.  Vitamin E also helps prevent the destruction of vitamin A and fatty acids by massive doses of x-rays. If large doses of C, B and E are taken before exposure, the terrible symptoms of radiation sickness can be reduced or eliminated to a large degree.

Preventive Dose - an adult weighting 155lbs should take 900 IU per day of Vitamin E as d-alpha-tocopherol.

Dose Upon Radiation Exposure - up to 1600 IU per day.

Additional Recommended Supplements That Are More Expensive and/or Difficult To Find

Laminaria Japonica- probably the most important seaweed in helping decrease radiation in our body.  This seaweed was the secret weapon of Russian doctors that saved thousands of innocent people from disease after nuclear fallout from Chernobyl.  It can be quite hard to find. Try Body Ecology.

Recommended Dose - 1500 mg/day

Seaweeds are not only a great natural source of nutrients, they are very effective at removing radiation from the body as they contain sodium alginate. There are literally thousands of different types of seaweeds but some of the most popular seaweeds are arame, wakame, kombu, hijiki, bladderwrack, rockweed, sea lettuce, and dulse. You can find them in your local health food store and various oriental grocery stores in your neighborhood in their natural form, or in flakes, flat sheets, and powders. They can be mixed in soups and salads, or eaten by themselves. If you don't like the taste of seaweeds, or you want something more convenient you can find various seaweed supplements in capsules or tablets. One high quality seaweed supplement made with four organic seaweeds in a capsule is 
Sea Treasureâ„¢ by RegalLifeâ„¢.   It also contains organic alfalfa which is also found to be beneficial at removing radiation becomes of its rich chlorophyll content.

The Atomic Energy Commission recommends for maximum protection against radioactive poisoning for humans, taking a minimum of 2 to 3 ounces of sea vegetables a week or 10 grams (two tablespoons) a day of sodium alginate supplements. During or after exposure to radiation, the dose should be increased to two full tablespoons of alginate four times daily to insure that there is a continual supply in the GI or gastrointestinal tract. There may be a rare problem of constipation but this can be avoided if the sodium alginate is made into a fruit gelatin. Agar, derived from sodium alginate in kelp, is a safe, nontoxic substance that can be used as a thickening agent or gelatin. Sea vegetables are also high in natural iodine. However, I recommend sticking to potassium iodide as discussed below. 

 

Beta-1,3 glucan- In a controlled study done at the US Armed Forces Radiobiology Institute, 70% of rats given a lethal dose of radiation were completely protected from radiation effects when given a dose of yeast beta glucan by mouth after the radiation exposure. Beta glucan is a free radical scavenger. It is able to protect blood macrophages from free radical attack during and after the radiation allowing these cells to continue to function in the irradiated body and release factors important to the restoration of normal bone marrow production.  This supplement is very expensive, but worth it.  Reishi mushroom is high in beta 1,3 glucan if you just want to take that.

Recommended Dose - 500 mg cap/1 time a day

Additional Recommendations Upon Exposure

Here are some additional recommendations if you think you have been exposed to radiation.  First and foremost, don’t panic.

Potassium Iodide- take this as soon as you can once you know you have been exposed. This is a VERY IMPORTANT supplement that helps protect you if you are exposed to Iodine131.  It does not help with exposure to any other isotopes.  Because it is such an important supplement I recommend IOSAT only FDA approved potassium iodide that is in sealed containers.  IOSAT is available online.

Potassium Iodide Recommended Dose from the FDA and the CDC:

According to the FDA, the following doses are appropriate to take after internal contamination with (or likely internal contamination with) radioactive iodine:

• Adults should take 130 mg (one 130 mg tablet OR two 65 mg tablets OR two ml of solution).
• Women who are breastfeeding should take the adult dose of 130 mg.
• Children between 3 and 18 years of age should take 65 mg (one 65 mg tablet OR 1 ml of solution).  Children who are adult size (greater than or equal to 150 pounds) should take the full adult dose regardless of their age.
• Infants and children between 1 month and 3 years of age should take 32 mg (½ of a 65 mg tablet or ½ ml of solution). This dose is for both nursing and non-nursing infants and children.
• Newborns from birth to 1 month of age should be given 16 mg (¼ of a 65 mg tablet or ¼ ml of solution). This dose is for both nursing and non-nursing newborn infants.

Contraindications - do not take if you are not exposed and take as little as possible, i.e. only when you know that you have been exposed.

 

Oil- ½ cup of any cold pressed oil if you are exposed will help protect the cell membranes. Extra virgin olive oil is preferred.

 

Bentonite Clay- helps to eradicate toxins radiation/toxins.  It is generally advisable to start with 1 tablespoon of bentonite clay daily, mixed with a small amount of juice. Pay attention to the results for a week and then gradually increase the dose to no more than 4 tablespoons daily in divided doses.Make sure you drink plenty of chlorine-free water throughout the day. You can also use other forms of edible clay such as French green clay.

 

Sea Salt and Baking SodaBaths- add 1 pound of sea salt and 1 pound of baking soda and soak in chlorine-free water for 20 minutes. Then rinse with cool water. You can also 1 pound of betonite, or other clay, to the sea salt and baking soda when soaking which increases the removal of radiation. Some specialists who work with radioactive isotopes use this method to remove radiation from their body. If you have been exposed to an abnormally high level of radiation you can use this method three times a week for one month.

 

Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO)- good for preventing cell nicking from ionizing radiation.

Recommended dose - 5-10 ml per day

 

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)- helps the liver deal with the effects of toxicity of radiation poisoning.

Recommended dose -1-3 dropperfuls of tincture per day

 

Melatonin- helps protect the brain against radiation

Recommended dose - 1-2 mg      Caution - only take Melatonin at night!

 

Lecithin- helps protect the cell membranes

Recommended dose - 2-3 tbsp. a day

 

Chlorophyll - a number of studies found that chlorophyll-rich foods can decrease radiation toxicity. Spirulina and chlorella are two micro-algae that are rich in this substance, as are leafy greens, celery, parsley, the sprouts of any grain or bean, the young shoots of any edible grass, such as wheat and barley, and sunflower greens. Chlorophyll is similar in structure to hemoglobin.  Guinea pigs on a diet rich in chlorophyll showed increased resistance to lethal X-rays. Organic alfalfa is a good source of natural chlorophyll.

 

Miso- has been used to treat radiation sickness. It is a traditional Japanese seasoning produced by fermenting rice, barley and/or soybeans, with salt and the fungus kojikin, the most typical miso being made with soy. Miso is widely available in most natural food stores and many grocery stores.

 

Other Foods that help the body decrease the effects of radiation- garlic, onions, beets, kale, brewer’s yeast/nutritional yeast, green tea/black tea, brussel sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, watercress, apples, guavas, quince, plums, gooseberries, oranges and other citrus fruitspineapple, seaweed (see above).

In the light of the catastrophe at hand I invite us all to stay calm and focused, knowing that this too shall pass one way or another. May we use this opportunity to realize the beauty and fragility of life, as well as, to give thanks for what we have. And, may people finally awaken to the fact that nuclear power does NOT work in any form no matter what the benefits.

 

Note on taking supplements: The above supplements have been shown through research to be effective in decreasing the detrimental effects of radiation on the body.   There is a lot of information here.   If you only want to do a few supplements, I recommend sticking with the supplements in the first half of the document, since they have the most scientific evidence supporting their use.  The doses given are what is determined as safe for an average adult.  If you are breastfeeding, pregnant or want to give the supplements to a child, please do further research to see if they are safe for you or your child and what the specific dose would be.  Also, if you are sensitive to medications or supplements, please stick to the lower dose.  Lastly, some supplements are recommended in higher doses after exposure.  If you choose to do this, please note that some side effects might occur with some of these supplements.  Please do further research on what you are taking before you take the maximum dose.  If you have any serious illnesses or are on medications please talk to your healthcare provider to get more detailed information to ensure these supplements are safe for you prior to taking them.

References

www.livewellnaturally.com

www.rifeenergymedicine.com

[Mister L]

Here's some uses for Vinegar

 

Kill Bacteria in Meats.
Marinating meat in Vinegar kills bacteria and tenderizes the meat. Use one-quarter cup vinegar for a two to three pound roast, marinate overnight, then
cook without draining or rinsing the meat. Add herbs to the vinegar when marinating as desired.

 

Dissolve Warts.
Mix one part Apple Cider Vinegar to one part glycerin into a lotion and apply daily to warts until they dissolve.

 

Stains
Remove stubborn stains from furniture upholstery and clothes. Apply White Vinegar directly to the stain, then wash as directed by the manufacturer's instructions.

 

Grow Beautiful Azaleas and Blueberries
Occasionally water plants with a mixture of two tablespoons White Vinegar to one quart water. Azaleas & blueberries love acidic soil.

 

Relieve Arthritis.
Before each meal, drink a glass of water containing two teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar. Give this folk remedy at least three weeks to start working.

 

Kill unwanted Grass.
Pour White Vinegar in crevices and between bricks

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Remove Corns.
Make a poultice of one crumbled piece of bread soaked in one-quarter cup Vinegar. Let poultice sit for one-half hour, then apply to the corn and tape in
place overnight. If corn does not peel off by morning, reapply the poultice for several consecutive nights.

 

Washing Machine
Clean the hoses and unclog soap scum from a washing machine. Once a month pour one cup of White Vinegar into the washing machine and run the machine through a
normal cycle, without clothes.

 

Cure an Upset Stomach.
Drink two teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar in one cup water to soothe an upset stomach.

 

Kill Germs on Bathroom fixtures.
Use one part Vinegar to one part water in a spray bottle. Spray the bathroom fixtures and floor, then wipe clean. Clean soap scum, mildew, and grime from
bathtub, tile, and shower. Simply wipe the surface with Vinegar and rinse with water.

 

Deodorize the Air.
White Vinegar is a natural air freshener when sprayed in a room.

 

Relieve Itching.
Use a cotton ball to dab mosquito and other bug bites with Vinegar straight from the bottle.

 

Relieve a Sore Throat.
Put two teaspoons of Vinegar in your humidifier.

 

Soothe Sunburn Pain.
Apply undiluted Vinegar to the burn.

 

Clean food-Stained Pots and Pans.
Fill the pots and pans with White Vinegar and let stand for thirty minutes. Then rinse in hot, soapy water.

 

Clean Rust from Tools, Bolts, and Spigots.
Soak the rusted tool, bolt, or spigot in undiluted White Vinegar overnight.

 

Keep a Garbage Disposal clean and smelling fresh. 

Mix one cup of Vinegar in enough water to fill an ice cube tray, freeze the mixture, grind the cubes through the disposal, and flush with cold water.

 

Clean Dentures.
Soak dentures overnight in White Vinegar, then brush away tartar with a toothbrush.

 

Remove Perspiration Stains from Clothes. 

Apply one part White Vinegar to four parts water, then rinse.

 

Cigarette smoke?
Deodorize a room filled with cigarette smoke or paint fumes. Place a small bowl of White Vinegar in the room.

 

Cure the Hiccups.
Mix one teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar in one cup of warm water, and drink.

 

Eliminate Odors from used jars.
Rinse peanut butter and mayonnaise jars with White Vinegar.

 

Repel Ants.
Use a spray bottle or mister filled with a solution of equal parts Vinegar and water around door jambs, window sills, water pipes, and foundation cracks.

 

Prolong and Brighten Propane Lanterns.
Soak new wicks for several hours in White Vinegar and let them dry before inserting. Propane lanterns will burn longer and brighter on the same amount of fuel.

 

Remove Decals or Bumper Stickers.
Soak a cloth in Vinegar and cover the decal or bumper sticker for several minutes until the vinegar soaks in. The decals and bumper stickers should peel off easily.

 

Prevent Ice
Prevent ice from forming on a car windshield overnight. Coat the window with a solution of three parts White or Apple Cider Vinegar to one part water.

 

Prolong the Life of Flowers in a Vase.
Add two tablespoons of White Vinegar plus three tablespoons of sugar per quart of warm water. Stems should be in three to four inches of water.

 

Clean Windows.
Use undiluted Vinegar in a spray bottle. Dry with a soft cloth.

 

Eliminate Unpleasant Cooking Odors in the Kitchen.
Boil one tablespoon of White Vinegar with one cup of water.

 

Remove Wallpaper.
Mix equal parts Vinegar and hot water. Use a paint roller to wet the paper thoroughly with the mixture. Repeat. Paper should peal off in sheets.

 

Eliminate Animal Urine Stains from Carpet.
Blot up urine, flush several times with lukewarm water, then apply a mixture of equal parts White Vinegar and cool water. Blot up, rinse, and let dry.

[bigbabysweets]

Awesome info guys! Thanks! I wish I could contribute but nothing comes to mind.... :(

[Jonnin]

poke salad has toxic levels of vit A, in case of radiation maybe eat one?