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| Carob Not Cacoa E-newletter #7 |
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Welcome to The Raw Life Health E-Newsletter #7
(Please forward to anyone you think may be interested in this message)
For week of March 2nd 2008
This Week's Health Message
Carob NOT Cacao!
Many people today are becoming addicted to chocolate because they are led to believe that it is good for them. Chocolate is a drug and harmful to the body. Although in small amounts, the body will adapt and be able to ingest a drug without immediate effects, but damage can still occur. I feel a need to let everyone know about the harmful effects of this popular drug. At one point, I was very excited about the raw version of chocolate. I ate it and enjoyed it, but noticed my health suffered every time I ate it. Finally, I gave it up. I wasn’t going to mention it to others because I wasn’t sure if it was just me or if it was the chocolate. As I lectured across the country and began to notice the growing popularity of chocolate amongst raw food eaters and health advocates, I started to hear many people complain to me about the same harmful effects I experienced. For a certain time, every talk I gave there was someone with a complaint. People were also emailing me asking why they were having these issues. That’s when I started to do some research and wrote two articles about the harmful effects of Cacoa. (You can see the article’s on my site www.rawlife.com under articles)
Of course exposing the harmful side to this addicting food didn’t make me a well-liked person amongst many of the people who have become so addicted to it. When a person is addicted to something, the last thing they want to hear is that it is not good for them.
Habit VS Addiction
A habit and an addiction are not the same thing. A habit is something you do on a regular basis, but you could stop if you found out it’s not good for you. An addiction is something you are compelled to do on a regular basis, something you must do, even when you know it is not good for you.
When it comes to eating harmful foods, we need to change those addictions to habits, and then break them.
One suggestion to help transition people off of chocolate is to use carob. But many people don't think carob tastes as good as chocolate. If you ate a carob pod right off of the tree, you might even like it more than eating a cacao bean right off the tree. However, mixing a bunch of sweet foods with the cacao bean creates an appetizing addiction. Mixing sweet foods with carob can taste just as good, without the side-effects. For anyone that doesn’t think that carob tastes as good as chocolate, try this great recipe using carob that tastes wonderful.
Carob Pudding
6 Medium Avocados
1 1/2 cups raw Agave
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups raw carob powder
1 cup cold filtered water
Blend in a food processor till smooth, top with, strawberries and/or bananas, mint leaves, And a sprinkle of cinnamon.
A friend of mine was one of the first people to start making raw food chocolate bars that tasted out of this world. They were so good. But she received many complaints about the harmful effects of cocao it has on each person, so she then added a selection of the same candies made with carob instead of the chocolate.The carob version tasted just as good or even better. I am convinced that if she didn’t label the new version made with carob, most people would not have known the difference. Today, carob can be purchased in most health food stores in a raw or cooked form. Eating a roasted version of carob is not as harmful as eating cacao, cooked or raw.
After posting the article I wrote about the harmful effects of cacao, many people responded with their experiences. They say that they feel no harmful effects and it cannot be bad for us if others are promoting it as a "super-food." I am sure many people who promote and sell raw chocolate do not know or understand the harmful side effects, and if they did, they wouldn’t sell it. From my experience, most people selling it are good-hearted people who only want the best for people, and they are deceived to thinking it’s a super health-food. But please beware, because there are some who promote it and do know it is very addictive and not the ideal food to promote. They are making a good living off promoting this food and nothing seems to be able to convince them to stop selling it despite more and more people having issues with it. Below is a great example of the many emails I receive each day.
From CP in California:
Hey,
I ate a bunch of cacao last night because I kept hearing such great things about it from other raw foodists. I felt like I was on some serious drugs last night, and did not feel well at all!! I woke up at 6am with an awful headache and threw up. Now I feel so sick!! I know I don’t feel this way when I eat a bunch of fruit or veggies...even nuts!! I really hope I am ok. I totally agree with your article based off a not-so-good personal experience!!
I get many emails like this. People ask me why I am so against cacao. I am not interested in being the most popular raw food health promoter. I will not tell people a lie to gain popularity nor will I withhold the truth. I want to promote what is known to be healthy and not get people addicted to drugs.
It is not new information I am finding out about how harmful cacao is. Recently, I found a raw recipe book from the 1950’s. The author talks about the negative effects of cacao. Here is the article from the book “Live Foods; Nature’s Perfect System of Human Nutrition" by George & Doris Fathman
Page 36 and 37.
Many people seem to have an incurable “sweet tooth.” If you are one of those and you want to satisfy it, but without the harm that comes from using white sugar, which is the base of so much sweetening, then we recommend you substitute carob. It has a delicious chocolate taste and children as well as grown-ups love it.
Carob is made from grinding the pulp in the pods of the carob tree which grows in the Holy Land and in the Mediterranean regions. The pods are fed to animals. They are mentioned in the Bible, where “he would fain have filled his belly with the husks they swine did eat.” It formed the food which John the Baptist ate in the wilderness, hence sometimes called “St. John’s Bread.”
Carob has a fair amount of vitamins and minerals, but its chief virtue is as a chocolate substitute. Chocolate and cocoa, while rich in calcium, also contain considerable amounts of caffeine, theobromine and oxalic acid, stimulants the body can do without. The oxalic acid not only renders the calcium unavailable to the body, but also robs the body of its stored calcium. Many doctors feel chocolate is responsible in large measure for the adolescent problem of acne and forbid it to their patients. Like Sesame (or Tahini), Carob has a delicious flavor without the harmful qualities of chocolate. We highly recommend it as a substitute that all your family will enjoy. Carob can be purchased in health food or specialty food stores.
This article was from a book written in the 1950’s and I am sure the more research I do, the more I can find. Once people are addicted to something, sometimes the only thing that will take them away from it is learning the hard way. Read my article on www.rawlife.com and see what Jeremy Saffron says, the first person to promote and introduce raw cacao to the raw food world years ago. Today Jeremy is so against it and wants to warn others. Hippocrates Health Institute had a big article in their magazine about how bad it is, and recently I heard an interview with one of the world's leading promoters speaking about cacao. The people interviewing him were not big fans of raw chocolate and instead of the average interview by people who were big fans of it, this time the truth started to come out. The questions were excellent and the person's answers were revealing that raw chocolate is not an ideal food for everyone, even admitting himself that is was a drug and in some situations needed to be eaten with caution.
Please don’t worry, but please do something. The body is amazing and can handle much abuse. If you enjoy chocolate cooked or raw, you won’t get sick every time you consume it. There are much worse things you can consume. I am not suggesting that everyone needs to give it up and never consume it again. You can eat chocolate on occasion and be fine. I am not writing this article to make you think it is an all or none deal. I just want you to be aware that is not the "super-food" that it’s promoted to be and to be careful with it. Like coffee, the first time someone drinks it, they may not even like the taste. But there is a drug in it that makes us want more and more. A un-educated person about health would think this is the body saying we need it because the body is craving it. Well, there are many street drugs that people crave, it doesn’t mean their body needs it. If you consume chocolate, you can enjoy it sometimes and be fine, but if you have gotten in the habit where you feel you need it everyday, being convinced emotionally, physically and mentally that it is the best food for your life and you can’t go a day without it, try to give it up for a week, and see if you experience withdrawal symptoms. That will reveal that there is an issue. These are the people this article is written for.
I have many friends that safely use and promote raw chocolate using and knowing it comes with a warning to be cautious of possible overdosing effects. I speak at stores that promote chocolate and have friends who sell it. I do not want to harm or lessen their business. I will not come to your business and speak hours about the harmful effects. In fact, unless someone asks, I usually don’t even bring it up.
So, for those of you out there who like my message, but you are worried about me coming to speak at your place of business because I do not agree with your views about cacao or some other items you may promote. Understand I respect every person who welcomes me to come and speak, and unless we agree on doing a lecture on the topic, I will not come in your place of business and disrespect you and what you sell. I say this because sometimes I get a call from someone saying "we would like you to speak here, but because you say this or that, it may not be the best place for you." This is nonsense. No people agree 100%.
Recently, I spoke at a potluck of one of the biggest promoters of raw chocolate. While setting up the event he told me his concerns, but was very open to having me speak because he liked my message. In all fairness to him, he asked me if the topic came up, to just tell everyone what I knew about chocolate if I wanted to, but to let people know the truth that I have personally never tried the raw chocolate he promotes. (there are different companies that promote cacao, each one claiming they know there are issues with the raw chocolate that other companies promote, but theirs is the best and safe) I was willing and fine to let people know that, but just like most of my lectures, the topic never came up. I am invited to speak at many places to promote chocolate, and after my lecture I am invited back many times. My mission is to teach everyone about health, have an open mind and get a long with everyone.
Bottom line is to educate yourself about any food you put in your body. Don’t believe someone because they call it a super food. As for chocolate, if you enjoy it, I suggest try making a few recipes with carob. If for some reason you do not like the taste as much, then go and enjoy your chocolate, but only once in a while. Not everyday. It is a natural food that grows in nature and is not going to kill someone if they enjoy a small amount once a week or so. But PLEASE don’t be misled to believe it is the best food ever. Because it is not, a better title would be the most addicting food ever.
YHWH Bless you all
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More about these e-newsletters...
Welcome to a new issue of the The Raw Life Health Newsletter, brought to you by Raw Food Promoter Paul Nison (www.paulnison.com) and Raw Life Inc. In these newsletters, you’ll find information about health and nutrition.
This newsletter is for everyone interested in achieving the highest quality health from a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual standpoint. We believe the highest quality food should be raw, ripe, fresh, live and organic. We also believe health is more than just diet.
We do not exclude anyone who does not fully agree with our message. We want to support anyone interested in improving the quality of their life. Whatever path you may choose, we want you to know we are here to support you and welcome your suggestions and comments.
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What Do the Scriptures Say About Health?
(Please forward to anyone you think may be interested in this message)
Welcome to the Torah Life e-health study
by Author of Health According To The Scriptures, Paul Nison.
YHWH, pronounced (Yah-weh), is the name of Our Creator. Yeshua is the Son of YHWH, and means Yahweh's Salvation!
This Week's Health Message From the Torah
Sabbath, March 8th, 2008
Exodus 38:21-40:38
What a joyful reading we had this week. We come to the end of Exodus and the completion of the Tabernacle. Exodus began with the Israelite slaves in Egypt and ends with the Israelites going to the promised land. There is nothing you can’t do with YHWH as your guide, and that includes overcoming disease. The book of Exodus is a great example of how we can take a pilgrimage from slavery to freedom, from curses to blessings, and from sickness to health. Yeshua said with faith as small as a mustard seed, we can move a mountain. Well, if disease is your mountain you must take action and move it. The plan: obedience, action, and faith.
In the past weeks, we have seen the building of the Tabernacle with many instructions given to the people by YHWH. YHWH was so detailed on every minute part in this building process. This week’s study, the Tabernacle was finally completed to the last detail. He is also interested in every minute part of our body. Matthew says YHWH knows the number of hairs on our heads. This shows that YHHW is greatly interested in you. He loves us and wants us to take care of our temple (our body) just as he wants us to take care of the Tabernacle. Keep your body clean and holy and you will be blessed.
YHWH never wants us to suffer with disease, and as long as we listen to his instructions, we can be healthy. But if we don’t, the Scriptures show we can die before our appointed time.
…do not be a fool. Why die before your time?
~Ecclesiastes 7:17
…bloody and deceitful men shall not live out half their days ~Psalm 55.23
The fear of YHWH adds length to life, but the years of the wicked are cut short. ~Proverbs 10:27
How to obtain the blessing of health and living out all our days.
Proverbs 4:10
Listen, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of your life shall be many
Proverbs 3:1
My son, forget not my Torah; but let your heart guard my command. For length of days, and long life and shalom, shall they add to you.
We have to follow YHWH’s guide if we want to be blessed. If our hearts are in the right place, it will be a joy to learn, study and follow the health guidelines of our creator. Moses is a great example for us. He was careful to follow YHWH’s instructions in the smallest detail while building the Tabernacle. He didn’t change YHWH's description of how it should be built, but made an exact copy. We should follow Moses' example and be fastidious about our obedience. If YHWH has told us to do something, do it and do it right and completely. You will be blessed in return. Great health is part of that blessing.
Next Week's Health Message From the Torah
Sabbath, March 15th, 2008
Leviticus 1:1-5:26
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More about health E-studies according to The Scriptures...
In these weekly e-studies, you will see the great health message found in the Scriptures. “Torah” is the first five books of the Scriptures. The word “Torah” means instructions, guidelines, or YHWH’s will. Following the guidelines of our Creator can help us achieve great health and prosperity. It is my prayer that each of us will be led to read and study YHWH’s great health book. This study shows how important his instructions are for us.
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This Week's Q&A with Paul Nison
(Please e-mail any questions you have to paul@Rawlife.com)
(We will do our best to reply to all questions in a timely manner.)
Question:
Hello Paul, thanks to your article on cacao. I stopped eating that junk and I thank you dearly. I was wondering what are your thoughts on maca, or what are the best supplements or foods on the market to add into one's diet. Thanks
Answer:
The best foods for each person's body is the food that a person needs based on their own chemistry. A simple blood test can reveal what nutrients a person needs. From there, a person should look to get their nutrients from food. If for some reason they can’t seem to get it from food, then a whole food in a supplement form would be okay. I believe the best foods for everyone are the green, leafy foods, land greens and sea greens, and also sprouts. The low-sweet fruits are also excellent for everyone. As for maca, it is a good food source because it has a high amount of nutrients and is usually grown in good soil. However, many people have been healthy without it for years. I don’t think it would hurt anyone to add it to their diet, but we don’t need it to be healthy.
Question:
How does a person eat raw beans such as pinto beans, raw okra, raw corn?
Answer:
The best was to consume raw beans would is sprouted. All beans are hard to digest cooked, but sprouted they are excellent. The only beans that should never be eaten raw or cooked are black beans and soy beans. They are too difficult to digest in any form. The sad thing is they are the most common beans consumed today.
Question:
I noticed that your latest book includes Professor Arnold Ehret; since he was a great fan of fruit diets coupled with fasting, isn't this at odds with your view on restricting fruit intake?
Answer:
This is a great question. I am a big supporter of Professor Ehret and all his books. My new book, The Formula for Health is based on Professor Ehret’s formula for life that he talks about in all his books. In my lecture, I address that Professor Ehret used mostly fruits, but warn people that fruit today is not the same thing as it was 100 years ago, when Professor was eating them. Fruit is much sweeter today. An apple is 50 times sweeter today than it was 100 years ago. I suggest using low-sweet fruit as the ideal foods with greens and sprouts. These foods, along with the principles taught by Professor Ehret, are the keys to good health. Any food with a seed is a fruit and a low-sweet fruit is a cucumber, red pepper, tomato etc. Even blueberries, raspberries, white grapefruit, green apples are low- sweet fruits. Enjoying sweeter fruits is okay on occasion, but we should stick to the lower sweet fruits for the best health.
Question
I have been back and forth with raw foods, but have also been battling Candida. I read the Body Ecology Diet that promotes eating lots of fermented vegetables and little fruit. I do find that I do okay with just berries and other fruit lower in sugar. But, I have heard conflicting information regarding whether people with Candida should eat any type of fermented foods. I would like to believe that eating the fermented foods helps battle the problem. But, people who study Chinese medicine say to stay away from these foods in order to clear any “dampness” caused by poor eating and the resulting Candida. What is your thought on this?
Answer:
It’s good that you are not eating high sugar fruits. It is very bad for people with Candida. Most people suffer from Candida and do not even know it. Most people also consume too much sweet fruit so you are on the right track. As for fermented foods, some can make Candida worse, but some are beneficial. I think raw sauerkraut is beneficial, but you should be careful with other fermented foods. Probiotics found in the fermented foods are excellent for you, but I find taking a probiotic supplement is much wiser. It avoids the issue people may or may not have with the foods. So I would stick to the supplement and avoid the food.
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EVENT #1
Huntington Beach, CA
Wednesday, March 05, 2008
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
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The Living Temple
7561 Center Ave #40
Huntington Beach CA 92647
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Thursday, March 06, 2008
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225 E. 17th Street
Costa Mesa CA 92627
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Los Angeles, CA
Sunday, March 09, 2008
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2999 Overland Avenue,
Suite 205
Los Angeles, CA 90064
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San Diego California
Monday, March 10, 2008
7:00 PM $5.00
The Greenery Raw Food Cafe
133 Daphne Street
Encinitas, CA 92024
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Las Vegas NV
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM $15.00
Transformations, A Healing Place
6378 S. Rainbow Blvd Ste 25
Las Vegas NV 89146
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The Formula for Health with Paul Nison
The topic will be Paul's Latest book,
and will cover the latest info on the Raw Food Diet.
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First Look at my new book cover for
The Formula For Health
I just recieved the book cover from my publisher, and word that the book will be out March 20th, 2008. Everyone who has placed an order, your book will be shipping that week. Thank you for all your support. If you haven't placed an order yet and would like to be one of the first to recieve the newest and most informative health book out today, visit www.rawlife.com and you can order the book from the home page.
Thank You
Paul Nison
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Prayer Request and Praise Reports
The power of prayer is so strong, and the more people praying for our healing, the better. It is beautiful that more and more people are realizing YHWH is our true doctor and are seeking Him for healing. It is sad that so many people need prayers for healing, because it means that many are sick. I love to pray for brothers and sisters who need it and I look forward to the day when we have more people praising YHWH for their healing.
If you would like others to pray for you, or you would like to praise YHWH with a healing story, please email me at paul@rawlife.com.
This Week's Prayers
Prayer for Lynn
I would like to ask for a prayer request. I am trying to come to terms with the loss of two people in my life. I need to be strong again, to get over the anxiety, fear, and sadness, and to accept God's plan for me.
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