Electromagnetic fields and RF radiation stem from electronic devices such as cell phones, wireless (Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Max) networks, smart meters, computers, household appliances, baby phones, cordless phones, fluorescent lighting, electric blankets, household wiring and power lines, to name a few. Cell phone antennas/towers also emit Radiofrequency (RF) radiation. If you live in a city, chances are high that you have a cell phone antenna as an unwanted neighbor.

An excellent website where you can look up if you are close to an antenna is: www.antennasearch.com

The potential that wireless RF radiation can harm human beings has brought the World Health Organization (WHO) to recently classify RF radiation from cell phones as a Class 2B carcinogen, meaning it is a possible cancer-causing agent. This is the same categorization as lead, DDT, pesticides and chloroform.

The human body is not equipped to deal with the 24/7 onslaught of man-made EMF and RF radiation pollution that it is exposed to. Every day new wireless and electronic devices are added to this array of electromagnetic fields. Research has shown that these fields can influence the “Van der Walls” bonds that hold molecules in place causing stress and harm to the body.

Other effects of EMF/RF Radiation Exposure include:

• Abnormal influx of calcium into cells, which can lead to and trigger allergic reactions.
• Mitochondria dysfunction. Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cells creating energy. This could explain the common link between fatigue and RF radiation exposure.
• Depolarization of red blood cells, causing them to clump together and consequently carrying less oxygen.
• Decreased number of Natural Killer Cells (white blood cells), weakening the immune system.
• Weakening of the blood-brain barrier, causing toxins to enter the brain more readily.
• Decrease of 5-HTP in the blood that can lead to depression
• Induction of a stress response with elevated cortisol levels, causing hyperactivity and consequently weakening of the adrenals.
• Altered production of Melatonin, causing sleep difficulties.

In Sweden, Electrosensitivity and Electrohypersensitivty are recognized diseases. Therefore Sweden has created “cell phone and Wi-Fi free” places where people can go to recover.

Research shows that approximately 3% of the population has severe forms of EHS and another 35% has moderate symptoms such as an impaired immune system and chronic illness.

Normally, symptoms occur when exposed to EMF (electromagnetic fields) and EMR (electromagnetic radiation) and subside when moving away from the fields. The problem is that over time the body gets more and more sensitive and symptoms occur when exposed to only small amounts of EMF/EMR.

This chart shows the stress response of the Autonomous Nervous System of a healthy person and an electrosensitive person when exposed to a DECT phone. (cordless phone).

What are the typical symptoms?

• Headaches
• Migraines
• Insomnia
• Fatigue
• Brain Fog
• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
• Skin problems (rash)
• Heart palpitations
• Sore throat
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Tingling in extremities
• Infertility / low sperm count

Less common are:

• Allergies
• Light sensitivity
• Nose bleeds
• Frequent urination
• Flu like symptoms and many more…

Since most physicians are not trained in EHS and are not aware of the problem, most likely he/she will not make a connection to EMF/EMR exposure and you will end up with a drug to mask your symptoms.

What can you do?

Most importantly: LIMIT YOUR EXPOSURE

• Limit your cell phone usage to a minimum.
• When talking on a cell phone, put it on speaker and hold it away from your head.
• Use an air-tube headset when talking.
• Turn off your home/office wireless network and use the old fashioned cables.
• Ask your neighbors to turn off their wireless networks when they are not using the internet and especially when sleeping.
• Remove cordless (DECT) phones in your home. (They emit an enormous amount of RF radiation).
• Never carry your cell phone on your body.
• Do not give a cell phone to your child (except for emergencies). Kids have thinner skulls and the radiation travels deep inside their brains.
• Do not use your cell phone in the car. The car acts as a Farraday cage, trapping the radiation in the car and therefore increasing it.
• Turn off the internet connection (3G/4G) on your smart phone (smart phones constantly are emitting RF radiation to search for a signal and to send/receive data).
• Do not put your laptop on your lap and try to keep away from your body.
• Switch out CFL light bulbs to standard ones – Yes, I am an environmentalist, but health comes first!
• Unplug all electric devices in your house when not in use. (Appliances in stand by mode still create an electromagnetic field).
• If you are in close proximity to several cell phone antennas – move to another place.
• Remove dimmer switches/electric blankets.
• Sleep in an electricity free bedroom.
• Sleep on a metal free bed (Metal acts as a conductor).
• Do not use a microwave oven.
• Switch from electronic alarm clocks to battery powered.

DETOXIFY YOUR BODY

• Do a targeted radiation detox (I can help with this)
• Remove amalgam fillings in your teeth that contain mercury. Make sure you do this with a green certified dentist.
• Detoxify your body from heavy metals. (Any metals in your body will act as a conductor. I can help you with designing a targeted heavy metal detox for you)
• Remove all jewelry from your body (they also act as an conductor)
• Instead of wearing glasses with a metal frame, wear contact lenses instead.
• Take regular Epsom salt baths
• Drink lots of clean/filtered water
• Sweat as often as possible (Sweating will draw toxins out)
• Exercise regularly
• Do saunas twice a week. Infrared saunas are best.
• Take walks on the beach (negatively charged irons will help you clear your system).
• Only use organic cleaning supplies for cleaning your house and clothes (to reduce further toxic burden on the body).
• Switch to organic make up.
• Use non-fluoridated toothpaste (another toxin to avoid).

OPTIMIZE YOUR NUTRITIONAL INTAKE

• Take a high quality mineral supplement (best taken in liquid form to enhance absorption rate) This will help in keeping your cell membranes strong.
• Eat only organic vegetables and fruit
• Avoid any processed foods
• Do not drink sodas
• Take Antioxidants supplements
• Load up on B vitamins. They strengthen the nervous system

There are also companies out there that claim their products can remove unwanted electromagnetic radiation by using devices that you can plug into the electrical outlet to remove dirty electriticity. Others claim that their pendants will protect you from harm. Personally, I have not tested them and cannot give a recommendation. However, I did want to mention them.

The most important thing to do if you are experiencing electro-sensitivity related symptom, is to limit your exposure and to slowly bring your life into alignment with what your body needs. Our society has treated all of our new electrical gadgets as toys without understanding the consequences to our health. You can begin to shift this understanding.

My intention for this newsletter is to raise awareness on this important issue. Hopefully you feel inspired and motivated to implement some or all of the above suggestions to lead a more healthy and fulfilling life.

As always, I hope this information is useful to you and I am looking forward to your comments and questions.

In health,

Katharina

Resources/References:

http://www.magdahavas.com

www.weepinitiative.org/talkingtoyourdoctor.pdf

http://emfsafetynetwork.org

http://sammilham.com/

http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs193/en/

http://emf.mercola.com/sites/emf/emf-dangers.aspx

http://electromagnetichealth.org/electromagnetic-health-blog/cordless-heart/

http://www.cellphonetaskforce.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/silentwirelesspring.pdf

From officials we are told that the U.S. will be safe, but since we do not know what will happen in Japan in the coming days and weeks, I think it is better to be prepared than not.

In this issue you will find some good information and resources on how you can protect yourself and your family IF radiation is detected here. Scroll down to find a link of a map that shows you radiation levels in real time.

Let’s all not give in to fear, but take the necessary steps to get our emergency kits ready.

In health,

Katharina

Radiation Protection

Right now we don’t know if the U.S. will be hit with dangerous radiation.

We know that a nuclear meltdown in Japan could happen, and if so, chances are not high that we will get high amounts of radiation here.

But as said earlier, it is better to be prepared.

So here are my recommendations

Potassium Iodide:

Potassium Iodide protects not just the thyroid gland from taking up radioactive Iodine, but also other glands in your body. When taking Iodine in high amounts, it saturates the body and no radioactive Iodine can bind. It is important to know that in case of emergency, Iodine needs to be taken every 24 hours, since it leaves the body within that time.

The official recommendations are 130mg per day but only if you live close to ground zero, so we will not need this high amount of Iodine.

Since Iodine taken in high amounts can be dangerous, it is not advised that you take it right now but wait until we know more about the situation.

Here is a good website that answers questions about Potassium Iodide:

FAQ on Potassium Iodide

You are probably aware that there was a big run on Potassium Iodide tablets in the U.S. and it is pretty much sold out everywhere.

I just called up Standard Process, the supplement company that I am working with, and I am happy to let you know that they have Iodine tablets still available.

The product is called “Prolamine Iodine” and comes in 90 tablets. Every tablet contains 3 mg of Iodine, so one bottle contains a total of 270mg of Iodine.

I can order for you as early as Monday, so if you want to get some, send me an email with your address and let me know how many bottles you want. The bottles will be delivered via UPS to your door and you can pay by Paypal using my email address. Please contact me soon if you would like to go this route as I cannot guarantee how long Standard Process will have them in stock.

It is also important to know that Iodine only protects you against radioactive Iodine, but not against radioactive Cesium and Plutonium, which are used in the Japanese nuclear power plant as well. However, it is highly unlikely Plutonium will make it to the US as it is a much heavier element.

Since you need to build up your Iodine levels before being exposed to radioactivity, it is best to do this in a safe way by eating foods rich in Iodine.

If you want to prepare, this is also a great time to stock up on foods that can help prevent radiation damage:

• Cruciferous vegetables like Cauliflower, Cabbage, Broccoli, Cabbage and Kale
• Kelp
• Seaweed
• Miso soup
• Chlorophyll containing food like Chlorella
• Foods high in fiber
• Antioxidant rich food like Acai and Blueberries, Vitamin A and C
• Omega 3 Fatty Acids
• Kombucha Tea
• Coconut Products

Standard Process sells a detox product, which is called “SP Complete” and is part of the Purification Program. It contains all the detoxifying foods in highly bio-available form and is a convenient and easy way to nourish your body with these essential nutrients. This product can be purchased as part of the purification program or by itself.

You can learn more here: http://www.drkatharina.com/products/purification/

Send me an email with your address if you want me to order you some.

In case you want to prepare even more, I advise you to get duct tape to seal up your apartment, surgical masks to protect you from inhaling radioactive dust particles and to stock up on water and foods that will last for about 2 weeks. Everyone living in an earthquake area should have these items at home as part of an earthquake kit.

If the worst case happens and if we get a high amount of radioactivity here, it is best to stay indoors and seal up your apartment. From the Chernobyl disaster we learned that people who tried leaving the area when radiation was the highest were poisoned the most. So stay indoors and wait until the worst has passed.

Again, I do not believe this will happen, but I just wanted to inform you so that you can stay on top of things.

Resources

This is a good independent website that shows you the radiation levels in real time:

Radiation Network

If you feel like you are stuck in the past, worrying about the future and can’t enjoy the present moment, an emotional cleanse may be just what you need.

Like a physical cleanse, an emotional cleanse will rejuvenate your body, lift your spirit and restore healthy connections. Results include clearer relationships and the clarity and motivation to make positive changes in your life.

As a medical intuitive, I have the unique ability to see into your energy system (long distance or in person!) to determine what the root cause of the problem is.  Once we have found the true cause, we will align the energy in the body’s energy centers to quickly release negative emotions and to transform self-limiting beliefs.

This healing modality starts with the premise that all upsetting emotions are caused by a disruption in the natural flow of energy and thus can be corrected at that level, resulting in shifts in feeling, consciousness and behavior.

By moving the energy tied to upsetting events and negative emotions through the body’s energy centers and out of the system, deep emotional release is experienced and wholeness restored.

While traditional talk therapy helps intellectually dealing with a problem, the underlying upsetting feelings often remain. A medical intuitive session removes those feelings in a pain-free and quick manner, and often valuable insights are gained during the process.

How does it work?

By transferring healing energy into the body, the brain’s electrochemistry instantly changes, facilitating a shift in subtle energy disturbances and the release of underlying emotions and beliefs.

How can it help me?

Release Negative Emotions
Heal Fears and Anxieties
Overcome Depression
Transform Limiting Beliefs
Remove Resistance to Healing
Boost Self Esteem
Remove Spiritual Blocks
Become More Joyful and Loving
Improve Relationships

How do my emotions affect me?

Your emotions are a major factor to either contributing to an inner state of harmony, or disharmony. Numerous clinical studies have shown the negative effects of stress on the immune system, which can make you prone to colds and other infectious diseases.

The opposite is also true: when you are happy and balanced, your immune system is strong and you will have a natural defense mechanism against diseases.

In other words, being happy is the best thing you can do for your overall health!

This feeling can be very debilitating, and the coping mechanisms range from staying at home, because the outside world seems too frightening and scary, to drinking alcohol or taking anti-anxiety drugs. These drugs can be helpful in the short term, but never treat the root cause of the problem. They mask the feeling but are never the answer. When the medication is stopped, the feeling of anxiety returns, often stronger than before.

When a client first comes in with anxiety, I ask how strong it is felt on a scale from 0 to 10, with 10 being a full blown panic attack and 0 meaning no anxiety. It is amazing how many people report living with a constant level of anxiety of about 7 to 8.

What might be new for you is that anxiety can be healed through an energetic treatment, when we  find out WHY you have this problem in the first place.

From an energetic perspective, anxiety is a disorganization of the vital energy that runs in your body. It is misaligned and thus causes the symptoms.

When anxiety hits, the energy that runs through your meridians (energy lines) and chakras (energy centers) goes haywire.  Most of the energy will move upward, which creates a “spaced out” and “foggy” feeling. A big part of the energy shoots up into the heart chakra, which produces heavy breathing and heart palpitations. The right and left part of the brain become unbalanced and thinking clearly becomes almost impossible.

Since anxiety is caused by disorganized energy, it can be healed through properly aligning the energy again.

When I start the healing session, I first look into the energy body to find out how the energy looks like in the client.

A typical energetic reading of someone who suffers from anxiety looks as follows:

The Aura, which is the energetic field around the body that gives a sense of protection, is usually very thin. This goes hand in hand with a feeling of being vulnerable. The outside world is perceived as a hostile place and someone with an Aura like this can not really relax, their nervous system is constantly “on guard”. They constantly feel “attacked” and feel the need to defense and protect themselves.

Next, I look into the main energy centers of the body, which are also called “the chakra system”. Every chakra is an energetic center of it’s own and supplies energy to different parts of the body. But the charkas also function like little software discs. They store all the information of everything that ever happened to you.

You might have had a frightening experience that was long time ago, but the energetic information of that shock is still held in the chakra. This energy informs the body today and thus leads to anxiety.

This is the reason why talk therapy will not remove the unwanted feelings, because it never addresses the underlying energy. It will help you understand yourself better, but the troublesome feelings often remain.

Most people with anxiety are also very “psychic”, which means that they can pick up on others people thoughts effortlessly and often, part of their anxiety stems from the fact that they are picking up on other people’s anxiety!

Most times, the root chakra, which is the energy center at the bottom of the spine that connects you energetically to the ground, is very unbalanced. This leads to a “spaced out” feeling.

Once I have done a thorough analysis of the energy centers, I move on to finding the root cause of the anxiety.

The so-called root cause is the energy with which the cycle of anxiety started. It can stem from a traumatic event that is still held in place in the energy centers of the body. Most often, this event can stem from childhood, your adult life,  but also from your birth and the time you were in the womb. If your mother had anxiety when she was pregnant with you, chances are high that you too will experience anxiety at some point in your life. This is because the embryo or fetus is directly connected to the mother, not only physically, but emotionally as well.

Once we have found the true cause of the anxiety, we release this energetic information from your system and replace it with life affirming and calming energy. When this is done, the energy can re-align and the healing  occurs.

When appropriate, I also teach clients a simple hands-on technique that they can do when they experience anxiety to temporarily re-align the energy and lessen the symptoms.

After a successful treatment, many people report feeling more grounded and safe in their bodies. The world-view changes from “a hostile” place to “a friendly place”. The quality of life improves dramatically and with a new sensed feeling of independence, strength and self-confidence, many  people refer to the treatment as  “getting their life back”.

I hope this article was interesting and informative. If you suffer from anxiety and would like to learn more about how this approach can help, please feel free to give me a call.

I am happy to offer you a 20 minute free phone consultation to discuss your options.

In health,

Katharina

He explains why our thoughts have a crucial impact on our  health and well-being, and when you master them, you not only change your DNA and your body, but move from victim to master.

Enjoy!

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The healing will take place on: Tuesday June 22nd at 7 PM PST.

In order to be included in the healing stream, all you need to do is send me an email with your full name, address and express your wish to be included in the group healing.

How to prepare for the healing:

A few minutes before the appointed time, set your intention for the healing. This can include anything from a physical, emotional, or financial healing.

Tune in with your body and let it know that it will receive healing energy. Ask it to be open and receptive to the healing. Then just relax and notice what is going on in your body. It is also good to uncross both arms and legs so the energy can flow freely through you.

Ideally, you want to lie down, and just rest.

Most people can feel the healing energy. This might be felt as a tingling sensation in the body, a feeling of warmth, an opening of the heart center or deep relaxation. Don’t worry about what you feel. Just trust that the healing is taking place.

Important!

The healing will work best if you “tune” in to the healing stream, which means setting your intention and then relax. If you are busy during the time of the healing, it will still work, but the effects might be less, so it is important to make time for yourself.

After 30 minutes check back with yourself and notice the difference. For most people the healing is instantaneous, for others it might take a few days.

I would love it if you could send me a quick note to let me know what you experienced during the healing and throughout the next days.

Please post your comments here:

I am really looking forward to this and can’t wait to hear about your experience!

Since this is the first group healing, it is entirely free. Depending on it’s success there will be many more to come.

Please feel free to pass this on to a friend, the more participate, the better!

Lack of sunlight can trigger a change in mood and behavior and people who work long hours indoors are most affected.

Symptoms of SAD are:

• Feeling always tiered

• Craving of carbohydrate rich food like bread, past, chocolate and rice.

• Lack of motivation

• A desire to be alone

• Weight gain.

But it doesn’t need to be like that!

There are lot’s of things that you can do to effectively beat the blues:

• Exercise is known to be a mood booster.

• Try to get outside as much as possible. Even when it is cloudy, there is more light outside then inside.

• Get a good source of Omega 3 Fatty acids: Beneficial fats that are commonly found in fatty fish like Tuna and Krill Oil. These fats have been clinically shown to improve mood.

• 5-HTP: A precursor to Serotonin, the “happy hormone:. It is a supplement that you can get at any health store and it will give your body everything it needs to “assemble” Serotonin for you. I recommend  a dosage of 100mg in the morning, and 100mg in the evening.

• Get plenty of sleep

• Get out and meet your friends. Isolating yourself will only make it worse.

• Light therapy: One very effective thing you can do is to get a special lamp designed to help with SAD. It has very bright full spectrum light and simulates natural sunlight in your home.

• Relax, do something for yourself and get a good massage.

Stay warm,

Katharina

A few health tips that can make a big difference:

Wash your hands frequently. When I go out I carry a hand disinfect in my bag-it comes in handy.

Sunlight. Vitamin D is important for a good functioning immune system. Get at least 20 minutes of sunlight per day. If you can’t do that, take a Vitamin D supplement daily (preferably in a whole food form)

Vitamin C: The immune booister! Best taken in it’s whole food form. Call me and I will be happy to send you the best supplements to keep you healthy.

Take a good Probiotic, that keeps your intestines healthy. Remember that 80% of the entire immune system is located in the gut!

Get plenty of sleep. Make sure the room you are sleeping in is completely dark. This is extremely important for your body to produce just the right amount of Melatonin, a hormone that regulates many bodily functions and that will only be produced when it’s dark. Even tiny amounts of light can upset the production of Melatonin. When your body is producing enough Melatonin, you will wake up the next morning refreshed.

Exercise.

Eat plenty of fresh organic fruits and vegetables.

Try to avoid sugar as much as possible. Every time you eat sugar, your immune system takes a nose dive. There are plenty of other sugar free options available: Stevia and Agavesyrup are great.

Stay warm.

Take a hot bath at night, sweat and then go right to bed.

Drink plenty of water

Reduce holiday stress! Yoga, meditation and a walk on the beach are great.

Last but not least: Try my favorite winter tea: Fresh ginger tea, that gives your immune system a kick. (Take fresh Ginger and put it into a blender. Add fresh lemon juice and Agave syrup, blend. Add to hot water and pour before drinking over a sieve.

The truth is, that Americans consume way too much soy per day.

One of the reason’s soy is not healthy is the fact that it negatively affects the proper absorption of minerals- mainly iodine, calcium, iron, and zinc. Many researches have linked the excess consumption of soy to hypothyroidism..

If you suffer from an under active thyroid-try cutting out all soy products for at least 3 months and feel for yourself what a difference it can make.

So what about Asian people who eat a lot of soy?

It is true that in Asia people consume soy and they to do fine with it.

The reason Asians benefit from soy is that they eat their soy with mineral rich sea vegetables containing plenty of iodine and zinc. They also do not consume such large quantities of it as we do. Another difference is that they eat most of their soy in fermented form.

Fermentation is a process that involves a slow chemical change triggered by bacteria, molds, or yeast. This process eliminates soy’s problems by making it more digestible and deactivating potentially harmful substances.

To summarize it:

Avoid: Soy milk, tofu, texturized soy protein, and soy protein isolate

Eat in moderation: Miso soup, natto, shoyu, tamari and tempeh.

If you want to be on the safe side, consider also supplementing your diet with minerals.
In health,

Katharina