Healthy Cell Concept
Life begins, is maintained, and ends at the cellular level.

"Life and health are the balanced interaction of all body cells. Cells group to form organs, tissue, bone and other parts that make up our physical being. Each individual cell consumes fuel, produces energy and eliminates waste.

When given the necessary components of the Healthy Cell Concept©---cell food, cell exercise, cell protection, cell environment, and a healthy mental attitude---our body, in the totality of its cells, can maintain a perfect balance of life and health." (The Healthy Cell Concept®, Copyright 1995 by American Image Marketing (AIM) International.)

Good health starts with the "basic" unit of the body--the cell. Cells perform all the processes we need to live--such as breathing, digesting, and moving. Cells group together to form the tissues which comprise the organs which, in turn, form body systems.

A body system is a group of tissues and organs that work together to manage specific body functions. For example, the mouth, throat, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, liver, and intestines form the digestive system, which transforms the foods we eat into nutrition and energy. (There are, of course, different body systems and many ways to categorize them.)

The health of the tissues, the organs, and the body systems all depend on healthy individual cells. Just as we must have a strong foundation to support a home, so we must have strong cells to support good health. Remember--Good Health begins at the cellular level.
WHAT IS CELL FOOD?
It is the nourishment that our cells get from the nutrients in the blood. The nutrients in the blood depends on the foods that we eat and the nutrients that our body absorbs. The nourishment that our cells need can be found in pure, whole, natural, fresh foods, as well as in high-quality nutritional supplements.

For healthy cells, follow a diet consisting of natural, healthy foods--a diet low in fat, low in processed foods and sugar, and high in pure water, juices, complex carbohydrates, fiber, fruits, and vegetables. A good portion (some authorities say as much as one half or more) of our food should be eaten in its natural raw state since cooking destroys the natural food enzymes. Supplement wisely and strive to keep your body systems in balance. Making a few simple changes and including more vegetables and fruits in your diet is without a doubt one of the best things you can do for yourself and your loved ones.

If you find it difficult to eat the five recommended servings of fruits and vegetables per day, you may want to try AIM BarleyLife a whole food concentrated 30 times from organically grown young barley leaves. It contains a natural balance of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, live enzymes, chlorophyll, and has an alkaline pH. It works at the cellular level and is an easy way to get your daily greens.   Many say, "IT'S LIKE HAVING SALAD IN A GLASS!"   You may order AIM BarleyLife from The AIM Companies (use ID code 383635).

Mother Nature's First Food (colostrum), distributed by Freedom Quest USA under the brand name, The Genesis Factor®, is another whole food that works at the cellular level. The Genesis Factor® is comprised of growth factors and different immune factors, including immunoglobulins, antibodies, lymphocytes and interferon. It has antioxidant properties, is anti-inflammatory and is a source of many vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids, and essential fatty acids. It is anti-aging and actually helps repair DNA.

Testing has shown The Genesis Factor® to be 10 times stronger than other similar products on the market. To learn more, go to The Genesis Factor.

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CELL EXERCISE?

Our cells depend on exercise to remain healthy. Exercise provides strength, endurance, flexibility, and mental alertness. It is an excellent stress reliever. Exercise, thus, promotes overall good health.

Benefits of regular exercise include:

Improved mental outlook.

Improved appearance (reduction of body fat, better muscle tone, better posture.)

Strengthening of cardiovascular system (stronger heart and lungs and improved circulation.)

Increased muscle strength and endurance.

Improved flexibility of back, hips, knees, legs, arms, hands, fingers, shoulders and neck.

Improved coordination of hand/eye relationship, movement and balance.

The three main goals of any exercise program are: (1) to increase flexibility, (2) to improve cardiovascular fitness, and (3) to increase muscle strength and endurance. Since it is difficult to find a single activity that will meet all of these needs, it is important to include a number of different activities when you plan an exercise program, but the most important thing is to start.

"People who don't find time for exercise, sooner or later will have to find time for illness." (The Earl of Derby, 1799-1869, quoted in Running & FitNews.)

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WHAT DO WE MEAN BY CELL ENVIRONMENT?

There are two environments (external and internal) that influence the health of every Cell in our bodies.

The more apparent of the two is the external environment--the air we breathe and the water we drink. What we eat, drink, and breathe becomes the Cell structure of the body. The quality of these natural components of life help determine the quality of our lives. The external environment affects each Cell in our body and, thus, affects our overall health in countless ways. A beautiful sunset can lift our spirits whereby a smog filled sky can be depressing.

Almost all chemicals that modern industry produces find their way into the air sooner or later. There is no place on earth that has not been at least slightly affected by the pollutants we put into our air. Scientists have detected air-born pollutants in snow in some of the most remote mountains in the world. We cannot escape the environment and its effect on our health and, therefore, we must all work together to reduce pollution.

WATER, How Important Is It?

Water is the center of life. The survival of every living thing depends upon it. Without water, plants wither and die. The body is approximately 70 percent water. And, although we can live without food for about eight weeks, we could only survive for about 10 days without water.

Water is needed for the production of hormones, enzymes, digestive juices and for many other Cell activities. Part of protecting our Cell environment is ensuring that the Cell is hydrated, that it has adequate liquids to maintain its health.

In Dr. Fereydoon Batmanghelidj's book, Your Body's Many Cries for Water, he states that water activates your body's systems, and the lack of water causes a variety of "thirst" responses that we call disease.

Dr. Batmanghelidj argues that most of us are chronically dehydrated and that we need to discipline ourselves to drink water to avoid this. If we drink only when we are thirsty, it's too late---we are already dehydrated.

Once we recognize how devastating dehydration can be, we can see how it could be at the root of many illnesses. Arthritis, for instance, is a fiery inflammation of the joint. Without adequate hydration around the joints, once inflammation starts it runs rampant like a forest fire.

The lubricating material of the joint, called synovial fluid, is almost all water. Cartilage also is very high in water content. When the body has plenty of water, both the lubricating fluid and the cartilage that covers the end of the bones glide smoothly on each other. Obviously, when there is not enough water, neither the synovial fluid nor the cartilage is able to maintain the smooth, gliding action. Dr. Batmanghelidj also describes in his book how lack of water is the primary cause of hypertension.

We know for a fact that water lubricates the body, carries nutrients to the cells and carries off toxins, so drink lots of it. The long-time rule of six to eight glasses of water per day is one way to protect our Cell environment.

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CELL PROTECTION?

The term immune means to be protected from something disagreeable or harmful. Our immune system is our defense system--our defense army. Every day there is an unseen war going on inside our bodies. Multitudes of microscopic invaders--viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites, etc.,are constantly attacking our bodies. If our immune system is weakened, breaks down or is compromised, these invaders get in. Sometimes, it actually turns against the body, with results being diseases like multiple sclerosis or rheumatoid arthritis. The immune system can be destroyed by a devastating attack by a virus, such as AIDS.

Things we can do to PROTECT OUR CELLS and immune system and keep it functioning at peak efficiency include:

(1) EAT WELL. Our immune system is absolutely dependent on the nutrients we supply it. (If our bodies do not get the proper nutrition, after a period of time our immune systems are weakened and we become vulnerable to disease.) Eat generous amounts of vegetables and fruits; however, quality of food is more important than quantity. Keep fats at no more than 30 percent of your daily caloric intake. Eat foods high in dietary fiber. Eat low fat protein and complex carbohydrates such as whole wheat bread, whole grains and cereals, legumes and peas.

(2) DRINK PLENTY OF WATER (6 - 8 glasses per day). Water is the center of life. Even a slight dehydration of the body can upset its delicate mineral balance, depriving the immune system of the minerals essential for good maintenance.

(3) BE OPTIMISTIC. For reasons not fully understood but supported by a number of studies, a good attitude toward yourself and toward life will cause your immune system to produce more white blood cells, which, in turn increases your cell protection--with the result being a stronger immune system.

(4) GET ADEQUATE REST. Your bed is the "repair shop" for your immune system; sleep is the "mechanic."

(5) LOWER THE STRESS IN YOUR LIFE. Constant stress actually depresses the immune system.

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WHAT DO WE MEAN BY A HEALTHY MENTAL ATTITUDE?

A healthy mental attitude could be defined as a chosen set of positive thoughts and emotions which are strong, energetic, and positive. A healthy mental attitude is perhaps the most important component of the Healthy Cell Concept©.

Researchers around the world are discovering that there is a connection between the body and the mind that is much stronger than anyone ever realized.

How is it possible for a mother in distress to lift the weight of a car off her child?

How can the mind make the body do something that is seemingly impossible?

An explanation of how this incredible power is unleashed is difficult. Yet, we have all heard stories of people, who in a moment of panic, had super human strength. There is a powerful link between the mental and the physical.

The Bible states in Proverbs, "As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he." Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, "A man becomes what he thinks about all day long."

Norman Cousins, a pioneer in the study of the power of the mind, tells in his book, Anatomy of an Illness, how attitude can have a direct therapeutic effect. Cousins was diagnosed with an incurable disease but by using a technique he called "laughter therapy," he was able to document positive changes in his blood chemistry and improve his condition. Do what Cousins did. Laugh a lot. Do it every day. Watch funny movies, read humorous books, cartoons, etc.

BEGIN TODAY to build a positive or healthy mental attitude.

(1) Recognize that your life has purpose. You were created for a reason.

(2) Be and do the best that you can. When we give our best, we feel good about ourselves.

(3) Love people and use things--instead of loving things and using people.

(4) Build meaningful relationships. Philosophers and great leaders from every age and society all agree that love and enjoyment of close relationships provide the greatest fulfillment in life. Seek out people with common interests; volunteer for an activity or organization that is meaningful to you.

(5) AVOID people, places, and things that drain your energy. Surround yourself with positive people.

(6) Look for hidden opportunities in the difficult situations which we all face.

(7) Take time to enjoy the small pleasures of life.

(8) Exercise! Walk, bike, dance, swim--anything to get your body moving! Exercise helps normalize levels of cortisol, insulin, blood glucose, puts more oxygen into your brain and helps reduce stress.

(9) Enjoy your meals but practice making wise food choices. We tend to forget that the food we eat affects the way we feel and act. Be sure to read about WHAT IS CELL FOOD?

(Check back soon for further suggestions for creating and maintaining a healthy/positive mental attitude.)



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