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Pinpricks of a Busy Bee: 5 Natural Ways to Boost Your Immune System

Published by communitypublishingabq@gmail.com on April 14, 2016 Respond

5 Natural Ways to Boos Your Immune System by A.J. Roché

  1.  Remember the Zinc:  The human body does not function properly if enough zinc is not   consumed.  Taken regularly Zinc reduces the number of infections a body may encounter by preventing new infections and treating infections that may already be present. Mega Minerals Complex by Lamberts is recommended by The Green Beauty Bible.
  2. Get (Magic) Mushrooms:  Asian Mushrooms have incredible immune-enhancing properties. A supplement providing five or more kinds of mushrooms (such as reishi, maitake, cordyceps ,enoki and hericium) is highly recommended to take daily, especially during flu season or traveling. One highly recommended brand is Host Defense by New Chapter,       which contains 16 mushroom extracts.
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  3. Eat Spices: Flavoring foods with medicinal spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, onions, garlic, and horseradish strongly boosts your immune system. These spices are known to ward of infection and increase the strength of your body and your mind. Revitalising Cinnamon and Cardomom Herbal Tea by Pukka Herbs is a highly recommended spiced tea.
  4. Drink Fresh Juices: Fresh fruit and vegetable juices are supercharged with nutrients.  The high concentration of antioxidants and other essential vitamins and minerals help boost your immune system and helps to detox the body. It is recommended to consume fresh juices daily.5 Ways to Boost Your Immune System
  5. Keep it Moving: A regular routine of exercise, such as yoga, martial arts, running, biking..etc… boosts your immune system and can be relaxing. Find what works best for you and stick to it. Try to work out outside when possible, weather and pollution permitting. Small amounts of sun gives your body a boost of vitamin D.

Love and Light!

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A.J Roche’ is a massage therapist and the Author of the bilingual multimedia book Fiona the Funkadelic Freckle Fairy. Read more about her

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The Pinpricks of a Busy Bee: The Benefits of Neem Oil

Published by communitypublishingabq@gmail.com on January 14, 2016 Respond

The Benefits of Neem Oil by A.J. Roché

Neem oil is considered a vegetable oil that is pressed from the fruits and seeds of the Neem, (known as introduced to other areas of Pinpricks of a Busy Bee: Benefits of Neem Oilthe tropics over time). The color of neem oil can vary from golden yellow, yellowish brown, dark brown, greenish brown or bright red. The odor is quite strong¸combining thescents of peanut and garlic. This oil is not used to cook with because   of its distinct odor and tatste. The Indian culture uses neem oil to prepare cosmetics such as hair products, soaps, body hygiene creams and hand creams.

In Ayurvedic, Unani and folklore traditional medicine, neem oil is used to treat skin diseases, fevers, rheumatic disorders, inflammations and is also known as a natural insecticide and insect repellent. When used in the household as a repellent it can deter and rid your home of bedbugs, cockroaches, sand flies, ants, snails, mosquitos and termites, to name a few, as well as rid your home of black spots, rust fungi and powdery mildew. It is not known to be harmful to honey bees, earthworms, butterflies, ladybirds(lady bugs), birds and mammals.

Other uses for Neem Oil

Pinpricks of a Busy Bee: Neem OilNeem has so many beneficial properties. In this blog I will talk about neem oil and the skin. The most popular neem products are neem soap and neem shampoo. These products are known to lighten scars, soothe and moisturize dry cracked skin, treat and prevent acne, boils, ulcers, head lice, and If your skin issue is due to some kind of parasite, fungus or infection, neem can treat that as well. It has been known to relieve and prevent re-occurrence of skin issues such as eczema and rosacea. Check out www.discoverneem.com for a full description of neem oil, its uses and its components! The top neem benefit is that it allows you to avoid harsh chemicals and insecticides.
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Alayna RocheA.J Roche’ is a massage therapist and the Author of the bilingual multimedia book Fiona the Funkadelic Freckle Fairy available in digital and print format. Read more about her

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Pinpricks of a Busy Bee: Clean Your Home w/o Polluting Your Body

Published by communitypublishingabq@gmail.com on July 27, 2015 Respond

Clean Your Home without Polluting Your Body By A.J Roche’

Clean your home w/o polluting your bodyMost products that are used to clean your home can compromise your health. Bleach and other chemicals that are found in common household cleaners can be extremely harmful, especially when inhaled.  They are also extremely bad for the environment.

In the last decade or so many companies have created products that can be just as effective as regular household cleansers, and are safe for you and the environment. You can even make your own cleaning product at home.

Cleanse your home w/o polluting your bodyDiluted vinegar is an effective cleanser for toilets, mirrors,carpets, windows as well as kitchen and bath tiles. Vinegar also inhibits mildew and bacteria.  Mix one cup of distilled white vinegar to one cup of water. It is that simple! Now you can use the vinegar and water solution to clean as you would with any other cleaner. Scrubbing with baking soda instead of a chlorinated powder is best when you need to scour.

Love and light and facing right! <3
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A.J Roche’ is a massage therapist and the Author of the bilingual multimedia book Fiona the Funkadelic Freckle Fairy. Read more about her

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How to Build a Community in Less than 2 Weeks

Published by communitypublishingabq@gmail.com on May 29, 2015 Respond

By Alex Paramo

*Originally published in April 2014

There are less than 2 weeks until the grand opening (May 4) of the Rail Yards Market and everyone involved is ramping up their efforts, doing their part, to make it the overwhelming success it is going to be.

But Why? What drives our desire to belong to a community?

Belonging

Humanist psychologist Abraham Maslow developed the concept of a “hierarchy of needs” in his 1943 book, Motivation and Personality. This hierarchy suggests that people are motivated to fulfill basic needs before moving on to other, more advanced needs. One of those needs is the need to belong which gives us a sense that we belong, we matter, we contribute. 

Are there measurable benefits?

Community

In 1986, social psychologists McMillan & Chavis formed the theory that has become the most widely accepted understanding of how communities work and why. They called this theory, “A Sense of Community.” A community of people thrives because it is based upon care. Community members care about each others well being because they know that each individual is essential for the survival of the whole.

Beyond the personal, communities foster:

  • Greater participation in civic responsibilities thereby enhancing our democracy
  • An increase in shopping local which benefits the local economy
  • Giving a louder voice to group concerns brings important issues the attention they warrant

How do we build a community?

NM Musician Keith Sanchez

Artist Ana Romero Sanchez and Musician Keith Sanchez

One person at a time. At the Rail Yards Market committee meetings, we are encouraged to bring people with us. Whoever might be interested in participating, whether they are established artists/musicians or someone that only has time to give, all are welcome: every contribution is appreciated.

Update

Thanks to your help the 2014 season was a rousing success! We welcomed over 120,000 people, and vendors generated over $450,000 in business all with the help of over 16,000 volunteer hours! Our amazing story continues in 2015 and we welcome your help with open arms! If you are interested in volunteering, donating, partnering, sponsoring, educating, or participating in any way please visit our website for more info: http://railyardsmarket.org

Building Community

Anything you can contribute is greatly appreciated and goes a long way toward revitalizing our community!

*Cover Illustration by John Barney. All rights reserved.
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Alex Paramo is originally from NYC and is of Colombian Ancestry He is an Author, Co-Founder of Community Publishing and Marketing Coordinator at the Rail Yards Market in Albuquerque, N.M.

Community Publishing brings local artists of all mediums together in creative collaborations for distribution as multimedia eBooks while promoting literacy in our communities. #JoinOurCommunity at http://communitypublishing.org We are proud to be a community partner in the Rail Yards Market.

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