Author: Dara Dietz

Dara D Dietz is co-founder with her Husband of H.E.A.L. Marketplace, a private Natural Healing Association. As a teacher and counselor she has been supporting the members of H.E.A.L. with Natural Healing information and herbal supports since 1998. She continues to maintain strong ties to the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Since healing her own kidney ailments she has assisted thousands of people in discovering and using natural herbal remedies. Dara has written and compiled numerous articles on a wide variety of natural healing topics. Drawing from her own healing experiences and borrowing from the vast wisdom of natural healers long departed, she continues to provide H.E.A.L.’s international membership with down to earth natural healing wisdom in H.E.A.L.’s bi-weekly newsletters. Dara and her husband currently reside in Rutherfordton, North Carolina.
Herbal Healing, Herbs & How to Use Them, My Opinion

WHEN & HOW TO USE CAYENNE

Dara Dietz
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Over the years I’ve been asked to explain the uses for Cayenne.  There has been so much already written about this hot little herb so today I am going to focus on when and how to use cayenne.

STROKE: provide 1 teaspoon at the first sign of a stroke to arrest the bleeding in the brain and prevent any after effects of the stroke from setting in.  See our information sheet on Strokes for more information.

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CHEST PAIN: 1 tsp. cayenne added to cup of hot water, I also like to add 1 tsp to 1 tablespoon of Hawthorne extract.  Swish the first swallow around in the mouth.  Allow the burn to sub-side a bit (two or three minutes) then continue drinking one sip or swallow at a time until finished.   Normally the mouth has become numb to the heat after the first swallow allowing the remainder of the tea to go down easily.

DIZZINESS OR VERTIGO: ½ to 1 tsp cayenne extract directly in the mouth.  Often when the head is faint or dizzy the taste buds are insensitive so the heat of the formula will not be evident.

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BLEEDING: Flush the open wound with Liquid Cayenne; apply pressure; this will often stop even the worst bleeding.   After using Cayenne to arrest the bleeding use only natural fiber bandages.  As long as the wound can breathe the cayenne will not heat up on the outside of the body.

ULCER: 1 tsp. Cayenne 2 or 3 times a day or when there is pain.  This not only stops the pain but will clear the ulcer.  See our Ulcer information Sheet for details.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE: Take 1 tsp. then go find a place to lay down flat for ½ hour.  Cayenne will equalize blood pressure.  If high will bring it down, if low will raise it back up.

COUNSELING SESSIONS:  Add desired amount cayenne to juice or water (I prefer 1 tsp.) at start of session.  Cayenne makes it easier to open up emotionally allowing healing truth to flow freely.  After the session has ended consume ½ tsp Lobelia directly into the mouth, lay back and rest for 15 minutes.  The Lobelia aids in moving the raw emotional work to the subconscious levels where the work will continue to process. Using lobelia allowed me to remain alert and active; I did not experience the sleepy down time that would normally follow my heavy counseling sessions.

POOR CIRCULATION: ½ tsp Cayenne & ½ tsp Ginger in cup hot water 2 to 3 times a day.

LOW ENERGY: juice of Lemons & Limes to taste in water with maple syrup and 1 tsp Cayenne.  We call this “Hot Lemonade” Very nice energy boost and good for the kidneys.

Emotional Healing, Herbal Healing, My Opinion, Organs & Glands

Energy

Dara Dietz

healthy_mind_healthy_bodyPlagued with low functioning thyroid since my early teens my radar goes off anytime I hear the whispered promise of free energy.  Building, Maintaining or just finding the Energy to live what I dream; an unrestricted source of physical & emotional energy flowing through my life allowing me to get it all done with enough in reserve for the fun stuff, without destroying myself.  Finding and plugging into this source has been an ongoing quest my entire life.  I refuse to destroy my adrenals with caffeine or black tea; these bring the promise of vitality while actually robbing your adrenals of what little strength they have left.

No, only real free energy will do.  Over the years I have discovered a few excellent herbal sources which provide real usable energy.  These will not only help me sail through today but build up my systems for a better tomorrow.    My favorite, hands down is Kelp.  This stuff is great, not only did it rebuild my poorly functioning thyroid gland but I no longer have to take thyroid medication.  When I began using thyroid medication in my teens I was told it would be forever.  The doctor was wrong, after several years using a good kelp blend the doctor who checked my blood work said my thyroid was functioning within normal levels.

Superfood is another great source of quick energy.  When using 4 tablespoons two or three times a day to rebuild my system my daily energy levels shoot through the roof.  This stuff is great.  Try it you will be amazed.

Rebuilding the Adrenals is a long slow process much better to protect than to have to rebuild.  The Adrenal formula provides energy enhancing herbals allowing the adrenals a rest while providing energy to get through the day.  For more on strengthening the adrenals see the Adrenal Information Sheet.

Cleansing & Flushing, Emotional Healing, Herbal Healing, My Opinion

Detoxing your life

Dara Dietz

barefeetSomeone once asked me what do I mean when I say “deal with the past”? What does it look like to process a painful childhood or history of abuse?  Choosing to deal with painful past abuses is doubtless one of the most heart rending experiences life has to offer.   That said, there is no greater reward than that of owning your whole story, wrapping your emotional arms around the brokenness that was your life, knowing you are more for having passed that way.

For me the process was accomplished while writing my story.  Emotionally combing through my past with the mind and maturity of a loving adult enabled me to see the truth of my childhood.  Retracing my past one memory at a time, viewing each player in this production that is my life I am now able to discern where my responsibility ends and the culpability of others begins.

Emotional damage occurs when lies believed break the cycle of love and trust growing in the heart. A child with no life history will accept as truth the lies about life and living embedded within the abuse they daily experience.   For this child evil is a daily companion; healing, loving truth does not exist.

How do we discover what has never been known?  Where to begin?  No one looks for emotional healing until they realize the brokenness within themselves.  The questions arise when they find themselves living a life filled with emotional pain, failed relationships, ect…  They meet happy people who seem to have it all together.  The questions begin to form; Why not me too?

This is where a good counselor can be very helpful.  They will provide a safe caring environment where you can get the answer to the questions you are just now ready to ask.  An emotionally healthy friend or counselor will also be a living example for the observant.

The time has come to question everything. Start anywhere you like, with whatever is on your heart.  Open the emotional closet, pull all the memories out into the light of day and take a good look.  What beliefs about yourself, life, or others have been accepted as truth?   Are these accepted beliefs accurate?  Don’t try to justify the past or rewrite it for the benefit of your listener.  Let it be just what it was, trust me, it will be okay.  The absolute worst episode you are holding in the very deepest, darkest, part of you, when brought to the light will lose its sting.

Truth & Trust are key to healing.  Where lies break the circle of love and trust, truth restores this circle.  Truth Restored brings love and trust in its wake.  Be a follower of the truth regardless where it may lead.  From a distance this road may look dark and uninviting.   Don’t’ be deceived; throw open the door of your soul allowing God’s healing light to flood your entire being.  His desire is to transform your biggest hurt into your greatest blessings.

Herbal Healing, Women's & Men's Health

Erectile Dysfunction

Dara Dietz

The phone rings, Hello HEAL Marketplace how can I help! I hear a woman’s voice in the back ground, “Tell her, you tell her what is going on.”  A man’s voice stammers uncomfortably his embarrassment apparent as he says, “My wife said I should tell you… that you would be able to help,” he begins.  Over the years several phone calls have begun this way, what comes next varies man to man but is really the same.  Erectile Dysfunction, is more than broken toys, it is often the first indication serious circulatory issue exist.    E.D. is the “canary in the cave” so to speak.

There is a very strong link between erectile dysfunction and heart disease. Several studies have shown that if a man has ED, he has a greater risk of having heart disease. For instance, in one study, 57% of men who had bypass surgery and 64% of men hospitalized for a heart attack had had ED.

Having ED can predict that a man will probably have heart disease symptoms within five years. In fact, having ED is as much a risk factor for heart disease as a history of smoking or a family history of coronary artery disease. Read More

We know the problem; the question is how to clear this naturally.  Below is a list of suggestions that have proved very effective in the past.

Clean up the food program.  This might be a good time to cut out animal products or seriously cut down on them.  An excellent DVD guide available is: “Forks over Knives”.  If you are not willing to look at or adjust your food program there is little point in going on.  The herbal aids may provide some support, while leaving the serious issues unresolved.

Begin using a daily regimen of Cayenne, Garlic, and Wheat germ oil.   These herbal supports work to clear Plaque and cholesterol.  Plaque is made up of fat, cholesterol and other substances found in the blood. Over time, the amount of plaque can increase, causing narrowing of the arteries. When this happens, it is more difficult for the blood to flow.

Make sure the Three Foundational Programs, (Bowel Cleansing, Boosting with Echinacea and Superfood) are in place.

Using the M&L Salve along with Castor oil packs over the affected area to break up congestion is often quickly helpful.  One or two drops of cayenne tincture into the castor oil as it warms will be enough to greatly increase circulation.  Don’t get too generous with the cayenne for this application.

The Application:

  • Massage the M&L Salve over the entire genital area (Penis & Scrotum), use a good amount of the salve.
  • When this is done encase the entire area with two layers of flannel soaked in warm castor oil.
  • Cover with plastic wrap.
  • Leave pack on all night.

Herbal Supports:

The Male Formula is a high-octane super-fuel. It can be used by all men who feel a need for a lift. It provides men with herbal phytochemicals that are needed to create hormones.

This formula is for men who feel they have lost their edge and their male drive. It stimulates male energy, sexual desire, will promote more frequent, harder erections and for longer durations. It will also increase sperm production.

Flush the Liver

Liver flushing is not an option.  Do an ELF at least once a week while clearing the issue.  For serious long standing issues do a full week of liver flushing once or twice a month.

Brain, Nerves & Sleep, Emotional Healing, Herbal Healing, My Opinion

Emotional Health Naturally

Dara Dietz
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Emotional health is the unseen substance supporting our good sense, and providing that something “extra” when our good sense is spent.  We’ve all had those days when the only good choice left is to laugh at the mess you’ve made of today while keeping faith for a better tomorrow.  What happens when the inner strength is gone, the soul inside crumbles under the slightest provocation life has offered.  Each day becomes a series of trials to be failed in sad succession until blessed sleep frees one from reality for a few precious hours.

Are there any real answers for rebuilding our spent or broken emotional health?

Yes, I do believe there are and the hordes of antidepressants proscribed by the medical practitioners are not it.  The health of the mind and body rise and fall together.  One cannot be any healthier physically then they are mentally or rise mentally above the physical health of the body.  This is not to say someone with a birth defect or debilitating injury cannot be emotionally healthy. The health of the body and mind are all about clearing toxins from the internal systems.  The more toxic the system the poorer the health of the body, the less emotional strength to deal with life’s little frustrations.

Emotional health is realized when a healthy mind/body connection is achieved and maintained.  The mind supports the glands in their production of the system’s balancing hormones, which support a since of emotional wellbeing as well as physical health.   Toxins prevent the proper absorption of the healthy food we eat, even the highest quality extracts will be of little use if the liver is too backed up to properly utilize the nutrition provided.

An effective natural approach for emotional health issues is to make sure the elimination organs are open and functioning well, (bowel Cleansing) then embrace a good system wide detox while nourishing the mind with herbal and natural supports.  It is also important to deal with the emotional junk that caused the mental overload in the first place.  No one can untangle all the emotional issues choking the life out of their life all alone.  Find someone to talk to, an experienced guide to keep you pointed in the right direction.

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Herbal Supports: One of the most important is Kelp.  The master herb for the thyroid is also food for the entire glandular system, energy in a bottle.  Energy, motivation, and desire are three important elements of any great day.  Kelp is helpful.   Superfood; when needing an emotional or physical pick-me-up four tablespoons of Superfood in a glass of juice and I’m firing on all cylinders again.  There is nothing like a powerful hit of Nutrition to clear the cobwebs, while sending usable nutrients to every cell of the body. The real grabber is its all real, no caffeine, nothing to make you feel better when you’re actually not.

My Depression Testimony by Dara Dietz

Depression for me was a deep sense of hopelessness, an unshakeable sadness that filled my waking hours.  Life had been robbed of joy by the heartless actions of those who were my heart.  Only a handful of close friends were aware that for two years, without warning, tears of hopelessness would silently fill my eyes, spill over and run down my face.  Even so anxiety never filled my heart with fear; faith in my Heavenly Father was as firm as ever, I knew my life and times were in His care.

Before sharing the herbal program I used it needs to be understood how important the services of a qualified Christian Psychologist are.  During this difficult period I was fortunate to find my own wonderful counselor.  I determined from the beginning to be as honest as possible, to listen and learn about myself through the eyes of this person.

Just as we have physical blockage that must be cleared before we can heal our bodies, so it is with emotional blockage.  Believing a lie will not only prevent you from embracing the truth but the lie will block the free flow of emotionally vitality in the life.  Learning to Love me and forgive myself was the first step in my emotional healing.

Please believe me when I say, “There is no truth that cannot be faced squarely when you face it with a trusted Counselor or friend and the Heavenly Father on your side.”

Once faced and understood, you can own life’s most painful moments.  They no longer own you.  Learn from them and grow through them, this is how emotional giants are born.  They rise up from the wreckage of life’s most painful moments, decide to face their responsibilities and by the grace of God ascend above it all.

The Herbal Supports I used

There are many effective herbal remedies that will aid in clearing the toxins from the mind enabling emotional healing to happen.  Below are the herbals I used.

These herbs should be taken six (6) days a week:

  • 1 oz Each Day Echinacea*
  • 2 Olive Leaf Capsules 3 times a day (East Park: d-lenolate caps)
  • 1 tsp St John’s Wort 3 times a day. (or Antidepressant Formula 1tablespoon 3 x a day)

*Echinacea: Boosts the immune system enabling it to process the die-off created by the other two cleansing herbs being used in this program.

My Opinion

For the Love Of Mud

Dara Dietz

Dripping mud183x253Mudboy183x253It is raining outside; down by the creek the red clay dirt has changed, King, our once white Great Pyrenees to a bright shade of red.  He was obviously having a grand time playing in the muddy water this morning evidenced by the mud he continues to carry.  Regardless, it is his opinion he should be allowed entrance as our employees arrive.  I enter my office as he steps up to the open door innocently peering through the screen.  I gasp at the sight of him.  “Oh, no big boy, you are not coming in today.  You are a muddy mess.”  King’s heart is broken; no one wants anything to do with him today.  Sadly he and his muddy self are banished to the deck until his coat dries and all the mud magically falls off.

Herbal Healing, Pain, Joints & Injuries

Inflammation

Dara Dietz

knee-painAnyone dealing with an inflamed condition is dealing with pain.  Inflammation makes for blockage which creates pressure and pain.  The real question to ask is; where is the inflammation located, and what is the best and quickest way to knock it out?

Recently I was asked for help dealing with inflammation.  The member asked if ‘Ginger root’ was an effective herbal aid.  The answer is…It can be if the inflammation is located in the skin, as in hives or blisters ect… but when we are looking at inflammation in a joint in connection to bone the best anti-inflammatory support is Apple Cider Vinegar.  Soaking the affected area in Hot ACV will provide quick relief, often overnight.  The ACV dissolves the uric acid crystals responsible for inflaming the joint.  Follow up with the A&R Salve and or, Arthritic Formula to completely clear the issue.   Using this formula along with the BF&C formula has proved extremely effective on all types of Inflamed Arthritic conditions.

Anytime the skin is affected with hives, Eczema or Psoriasis, a ginger bath can bring huge relief.  Add 1 or 2 cups of ginger powder to a warm bath.  This of course is only a temporary solution real and lasting relief will come only with a good liver flush.  That means it is time to do an ELF (Emergency Liver Flush).

Herbal Healing, Herbs & How to Use Them, My Opinion

The Ultimate Rebuilding Herbal Combination

Dara Dietz

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Everyone wants to find the magic herbal combination that will cleanse all disease from their systems.  Truthfully I don’t think too many of us would be able to endure the wild ride such a detoxing agent would provide.  A slow steady program of detoxing provides the immune system time to keep up with the flow of toxic waste needing to be neutralized before being released from the body.    Excess waste the immune system is unable to neutralize is then reabsorbed back into the tissue causing all types of toxic symptoms.   This is called a healing crisis, which can leave you feeling sore all over and, or in emotional shreds.   Not Good!  Slow and steady is much better.

Cleanse and Feed, what does this look like.  Healing is all about getting out the toxic waste while rebuilding a degraded system.  This is best done with lots of Fresh juice and good herbal supports.

“BF&C” The Ultimate Multi-Tasking Herbal Formula

One of the best rebuilding formulas I have come across is the BF&C formula. This formula goes way past multi-tasking.  IT is for all types of issues, everything “Bone, Flesh, and Cartilage.

  • BF&C Herbs make one of the Best Burn Pastes
  • Quickly heals Cuts and scrapes; Knits the skin back together
  • Works to clear arthritic issues by dissolving old mineral deposits
  • Clears most soft tissue injuries overnight
  • Eases inflammation reducing pain
  • Excellent aid for whiplash or any issue creating a stiff neck
  • Actually restores a degraded spine
  • Calms Inflamed tendons in the feet
  • Dissolve Bone Spurs all over the body

Sounds too good to be true, BF&C is truly this amazing.  For years members have asked for a list of the applications for the BF&C Formula and Salve.  The Best I can provide is to say BF&C is beneficial for all issues dealing with “Bone, Flesh and Cartilage.”

Herbal Healing, Herbs & How to Use Them, My Opinion

Multi-Tasking Herbs

Dara Dietz

charlie horseHerbs are multi-taskers, even intelligent in some cases.  Dr. Christopher refers to Lobelia as a “thinking herb” because it reacts as needed for the issue at hand.  Lobelia opens the airways allowing unrestricted breathing for the asthmatic; it all but instantly stops spasms throughout the body, and for many woman eases monthly menstrual cramps.  Used topically as in our M&L Salve it is an excellent muscle relaxant, working very quickly to ease muscle spasms which contribute to a host of issues not the least is painful headaches.

Lobelia has received a lot of bad press, while writing this article one of my proof readers commented on her understanding of the dangers of Lobelia.  I assured her that it is impossible to overdose on Lobelia, if a large amount were ingested the person would immediately vomit, clearing the excess from the system.  FYI:  One of the Nicknames for Lobelia is “Vomit Weed” as it quickly induces vomiting when needed.

An adult dose is ¼ to 1 tsp. (1 to 4 droppers full).  Wisdom begins with the lower dose and builds as needed.

chest-pain-183x253Cayenne also shows up as a multi-tasker; able to quickly arrest bleeding issues, the term “liquid cauterizer” comes to mind.   Cayenne also moves the blood blasting through internal restrictions quickly providing lifesaving, oxygen rich blood to starving cells.  The old herbalist’s adage “No one hits the floor dead with a mouthful of cayenne” is very true indeed.  If a strong dose of cayenne is administered during a heart attack or stroke the symptoms will all but instantly subside, often with no lasting issues or damage to the heart or brain.

cayennepepperA little secret about cayenne; it’s not hot when you’re on the way to the floor; the taste-buds are numbed out.  A sudden emergency or trauma leaves the person numb all over (shock) this includes the taste-buds.  Normally what is painfully hot will only taste a bit like warm water in an acute emergency situation.

Lobelia & Cayenne: two herbs every home, purse and auto should carry.  Anything to do with Bleeding or movement of the blood, grab your cayenne, it will never harm and could save a life.  Anything to do with obstructed breathing, seizure, muscle spasms or emotional fits or trauma; grab the Lobelia again it will never harm and could prevent a minor issue from escalating to something major.

Black WalnutBlack Walnut is another valuable herb to know and understand. The best part to use is the hull, the meaty material surrounding the actual nut.  Black Walnut is the most powerful antifungal herb in nature, it can clear ringworm, impetigo, really any bacterial skin infection or issue will respond quickly to a good combination which includes the Black Walnut herb or a plain application of Black Walnut.  The worst Toenail Fungus and athlete’s feet can be reversed and even cleared by continued long term used of the Black Walnut when applied externally over the affected area and taken internally.  This herb will also be an important part of any internal parasite formula.

Herbs are loaded with nutrition, providing healing and restoration for damaged areas of the body.   Often what works physically to clear congestion, move blood and nutrients in the body will also work at the emotional & mental level to clear and heal.  This is the true gift of healing provided by nature; the healing of the body and the mind.

Brain, Nerves & Sleep, Emotional Healing, Herbal Healing, Spiritual Healing

Healing Answers for the Mind

Dara Dietz
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Finding healing answers for the emotional issues which contribute greatly to the physical ills we all face continues to be an on-going mission.  Knowing what is right and doing the right do not necessarily go hand in hand in a life that has experienced abuse or neglect during the informative years of childhood.  Discovering why has been a large part of my personal healing journey.  Rising above the early misuse and abuse in my life continues to be a daily challenge.

Several weeks ago I stumbled across another Seminar by Dr. Tim Jennings I’d never viewed.  After learning so much from his other two seminars on the brain I decided to try and wade through this one too.  His talk entitled, Modern Medicine Seminar, to a group of medical students includes discussions on drug therapy, not really my kind of material.  Even so Dr. Jennings has provided so many “light bulb” moments the material ought to be worth something.   What a gold mine.  Dr. Jennings explains the effect early abuse, neglect and emotional trauma have on the brain.  Then toward the end of the talks he provided a few nutritional suggestions for brain health. (Pomegranate Juice, Folate (l-methylfolate), Nac-Acetyl Cysteine, Vitamin C Supplement, and Turmeric) He did not suggest any dosage so I played around a bit and came up with something that works me.

The best source for any vitamin or mineral is from a live food source.  Life is teaching me that there are times when the natural juices and food sources need to be carefully supplemented for the additional support necessary for healing some specific issues.  Massive use of vitamin and mineral supplements can add a heavy load to the kidneys and liver.  Find the best food source for the needed nutrients whenever possible.

The regiment begun a month ago is proving to be one of the best choices I’ve made in a long time.  Life is becoming fun again; interest in and for my life is returning.  That said I have always loved what I do and am so privileged to know all the members of HEAL Association but in recent years I have stopped enjoying many of the extra activities that have been a huge part of my life.  Photography, cooking, sewing, writing, the creative side of my life had stopped.  I’m looking forward to these activities again.

After the first two weeks on this program it was time to flush my liver.  There is obviously a good deal of house cleaning going on so if you decide to follow the above regiment don’t forget the foundational programs: Boosting with Echinacea, Bowel Cleansing, and Massive nutrition (Superfood & Juicing ect..) In addition plan to ELF or do a liver flushing program every few weeks.