The Daoist Diaries

Here is a nice rendering of the entire front of the new GNBCHC. As you can see, it takes up a large portion of the block, and contains the health center, Walgreens Pharmacy, Dental, and Optometrist. Click on the thumbnail for a larger view.

This is our first full summer in our “new” home, which is bordered on two sides by woods. Keeping some of the areas mowed, thinned out and planted with wildflowers has been great exercise, very rewarding and a constant battle with chiggers! For over forty-something years, I have been a city gal, so I was not well prepared for the fight with these little creatures. The chiggers won the first 5-week bout. But, now, I am educated and prepared for them.

What can we do to prevent insect bites this summer without having to spray dangerous insect repellants on our skin? Dr. Melody Hart, ND, of Chicago Healers, offers this terrific, all-natural advice for holistic insect protection.

For prevention of insect bites, especially during peak season, take vitamin B-1, also known as thiamine - 100mg for children and 500mg for adults. Or, try rubbing fresh elder leaves or elder-chamomile tea on skin before exposure to bugs. For a more essential oil, use eucalyptus for flying insects, or lemon grass for a broad range of insects. Try these easy tips and enjoy a comfortable, bug-bite-free summer!

Interested in more ideas for using herbs and spices for health, read here…

Dr. Hart is on staff with Chicago Healers and is Board Certified with the American Naturopathic Medical Association (ANMA), American Academy of Quantum Medicine (AAQM), American Academy of Neural Therapy (AANT), American Association of Nutritional Consultants (AANC) and National Naturopathic Council (NNC). Look for her two upcoming books 7 Habits of Healthy Lifestyle and Natural Laws of Wellness.

The Greater New Bedford Community Health Center wants to congratulate
the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe on their recent federal recognition. We
wish them good fortune in their future endeavors.

Eight tribe members recently attended the Health Center’s annual golf
tournament: Cheryl Cromwell, Jessica little doe, Alice Lopez, Stephen
J. Helme, Onowen Weeden, Emma jo Mills, Sherry Peters, Rita Gonsalves,
and Joan Tavares Avant

Thank you to all who attended!

If you’re diabetic and eating out—here are a few things the American Diabetes Association says you should keep in mind.

• If it’s not listed on the menu—ask what’s in a dish and inquire about the serving size.
• If the serving size is larger than what you eat at home, either
  share some of the food with someone or ask for a container and
  immediately pack away the extra portion for another meal.
• Eat your meal slowly.
• Order your baked potato plain, and then add margarine or low-fat
  sour cream yourself.  That way you maintain control over the fat
  content.  Limit the amount to 1 teaspoon.
• Ask that no salt be added to your food if you are watching your sodium intake.
• Ask for all sauces and salad dressings on the side.  When
  eating a salad, trying dipping your fork tines into the dressing and
  then spearing the bite you will eat—or add only one teaspoon of salad
  dressing at a time.  This will help you eat less dressing—which
  can be leaded with fat.
• Order things that are not breaded or fried if possible.  If
  you get something that is breaded, peel the outer coating off before
  eating.
• Take a creative look at what’s on the menu.  Order fruits
  for your dessert, or combine a salad with a small low-fat appetizer
  instead of ordering an entrée.
• Make smart substitutions.  Instead of French fries, ask for
  a double order of a vegetable.  If no low-fat alternatives are
  available, consider asking that the high-fat items not be brought out
  to you.

On June 24, 2007, Michelle Garcia of the Austism’s Shining Stars Foundation begins her “Journey for Autism”. She is skating across the United States, visiting 27 states, 100 cities in 100 days. Her journey will end in Times Square, NYC.

The foundation is based out of Oceanside, California, and is committed to providing funds and programs which improve the quality of life for people with autism and their families.

To learn more about the foundation and the Journey for Autism, visit the Austim’s Shining Stars Foundation website.

Plus, check out her itenerary, you just might get to see her as she skates through your area!

Also, take a moment to read Kathy Labosh’s suggestions for interacting with autistic children. As a mother of two autistic children and author of numerous books, Kathy offers some terrific advice.

Get more Information on Natural Remedes for Autism and other PDDs.