Tuesday, March 19, 2024

WHEAT


My 160 Pound Weight Loss and How I Did It

What I Learned About WHEAT

Like I’ve said. 12 years ago I began an in-depth study into health and nutrition. I found that we have been LIED TO about many things.
One of the MANY lies we were told is that Wheat is good for us. And that we should eat “Heart Healthy Whole Wheat” products. 
That lie has caused so much suffering in this country and the whole world it’s saddening. 
The purpose of the USDA is to sell grains. I learned that when you combine diet related causes, around 900 people a day DIE from following the USAD Dietary Guidelines called the Food Pyramid also called the “My Plate”. Where we were told to eat MORE harmful grains and less healthy animal meat and fats.  
As a result of my study I lost 160 pounds and LOTS of health problems. I learned to cut out grains, especially wheat, even organic whole wheat is bad for you. I learned to cut out sweeteners and seed oils.  I learned that animal fat and meat is good for us. Seed oils like canola, soy, and corn are BAD for us. 
When I tried to tell people about the dangers of wheat I heard,
“the bible says we should eat wheat” and about “Ezekiel Bread”. 
Then I found this article during a search. Back then you could do a Google search and actually find TRUE information, not like today when Google censors searches to push government and big pharma lies. The article is “Does the Bible Say We Should Eat Grains?”
So THAT took care of that argument. 
Next I found a book called “Wheat Belly, Lose The Wheat, Lose the Weight and Find Your Path Back to Health” by Dr. William Davis. That book was part of what changed my life. 
I listened to MANY health related podcasts. I found out about the LCHF ( Low Carb High Fat ) lifestyle. And so my life changed.
I am going to link to some of the videos and articles I found about wheat. 
I welcome you to scroll through this blog to fine my earlier posts where I talk about Wheat. I’m reposted many of the posts from my blog from over 12 years ago. 
Read the book “Wheat Belly” here is an online PDF version. And check out Dr. Davis’s when site. He has an updated version of the book and lots of helpful information. 
The Wellness Mama website with the article about wheat in the Bible.
The toxicity of wheat affects every organ in the body. Even the brain. Dr. Davis talks about this in “Wheat Belly”.
Another book you must read about wheat’s affect not he brain is, Grain Brain” by Dr. David Perlmutter. By Neurologist, Dr Perlmutter.
There are MANY videos on the dangers of Wheat one good one you should watch is, "What's With Wheat? What’s With Wheat?’ is a hard hitting investigation into the growing epidemic of wheat & gluten intolerance, and why after eating wheat for thousands of years, it has been linked to so many health problems. Tens of thousand of people are suffering with ill health and don’t realize it’s a result of the food choices they are making.


Dr. Jane Ruby interviewed Dr. Le Merritt on her podcast. Near the end of the interview Dr. Merritt says, we should take care of our health. That we should cut out wheat and that wheat is TOXIC.
Watch the interview HERE



SOME of the DANGERS of Wheat

–Flat abdomen
–Rapid weight loss
–High energy
–Less mood swings
–Better sleep
–Diminished appetite
–Reduced blood sugar
–Reduced blood pressure
–Reduced small LDL and total LDL
–Increased HDL cholesterol
–Reduced triglycerides
–Reduced C-reactive protein and other inflammatory measures

Of course, you could choose to cure yourself of this syndrome simply by taking the antidote: foods made with wheat flour like bread, breakfast cereals, pastas, pretzels, crackers, and muffins. All the signs of the syndrome will then disappear and you can have back your protuberant abdomen, irrational mood swings, exagerrated appetite, higher blood sugar, etc. and you will have satisfied the requirements for a healthy diet as advised by the revised Food Plate.

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There is so much information about the dangers of wheat available online.
Like I said, Google censors results that go against USDA and BIG Pharma talking points. As I find more of the videos and articles I'll post hem. 

Check back soon


Thursday, March 7, 2024

More Updates Coming

 Hello Friends

It's getting CRAZY out there. I've been posting on Facebook. Facebook does not allow TRUTH to be posted so they block my posts, suspend me, or shadow ban me. 

I went on Gab. It' worked out great. I have around 2000 followers on Gab. Now Gab has started charging a $10 a month fee to post graphics.

So NOW, I'm tired of playing all the social media games. I'll start posting more on my Dan's Low Carb Journey Blog.  I'm still on my low carb journey. Working to get BACK ON TRACK. If you live the LCHF, PALEO, or KETO lifestyle you know all about CARB CREEP.  I'm struggling to lose 50 pounds. I lost 160 when I first started my LCHF lifestyle. Now more than 10 years later I've put an unwanted 50 pounds back on. There was an injury that required surgery and a long recovery that helped the weight gain. But CARB CREEP has a lot to do with it.  I'm making an effort to get back on the wagon.

SO NOW, I'm going to be posting here more often. 

Kratky Method Hydroponics

Kratky Method Hydroponics

The Tanks

It's been a fairly mild winter here in central Kentucky. We did have a short bitter cold spell. I've seen worse. No matter the outside weather I still have an indoor garden in a spare bedroom turned office and now hydroponic room. I use the Kratky Method. It's so simple. No hoses, no pumps. Just set it and forget it. It's so nice to be able to harvest fresh greens in the comfort of your home, in your pajamas. YEAR ROUND.

I've planted many vegetables. A few of my favorites that are so easy are. Kale, Spinach, Lettuce, and Onions. I've planted Tomatoes, Peppers, and even Bush Cucumbers.  I love to make my own Kale chips. I'll post more on that. 

Here is my Kratky Hydroponic garden. I use 10 gallon Rubbermaid Totes I buy used at Goodwill. New Rubbermaid Totes will cost about $20 each. Used ones from Goodwill run around $3. I found the 10 gallon to be the best size.

Used 10 Gallon Rubbermaid Totes from Goodwill Stores

Used 10 Gallon Rubbermaid Totes from Goodwill. 
Color doesn't matter. Make sure you get lids to go with them. 


Use a Hole Cutter to cut various size holes for Net Pots


Net Pots

You will need to cut holes in the Rubbermaid tote lids. If you buy used totes from Goodwill stores make sure you buy ones with lids. If you can't find them with lids, you can always use styrofoam sheets cut to size. You can buy the green styrofoam insulation board from a hardware store and cut it to size your self.  Use a hole saw the size of the net pots you will be using in the tote. I use 2 inch, 3 inch and 4 inch Net Pots. 
Cut Holes in the Lids for Net Pots

Various Size Net Pots

Nutrients


The next thing you have to consider is nutrients for your tanks.  There are many sources of nutrients available. I've tried a few different ones. There are organic nutrients. And you can make your own. Learn more about nutrients here.

Along with nutrients you should have to consider water. I do not recommend tap water. I use rain water. I have several 275 gallon IBC totes hooked to the downspouts on my shop. If you use IBC totes make sure you use food grade. 

Grow Lights

LED Grow Lights


The nice thing about hydroponics is you can grow indoors or outdoors. If you have a green house or bright sunroom that's all the light you need. 
If you are going to be growing indoors you will need grow lights.  I started out with Fluorescent tube grow lights. I still have them. NOW I use LED grow lights. LEDs are much lighter, cheaper and cost about half to operate than the fluorescent lights.  
There are many lights to choose from. Click here for a link to lights on Amazon.

Here You See My LED Grow Lights

Planting Medium

You will need Planting Medium to put in your net pots to start your seeds and grow plants.
There are a couple things you can use. Some people use Rock Wool, some use Coconut Coir. I've tried both. I prefer the Coconut Coir. Coir, also called coconut fibre, is a natural fibre extracted from the outer husk of the coconut.  
Rock Wool Planting Cubes is made of material formed by spinning molten mineral or rock.

Here is a picture of Coconut Coir in Net Pots, ready to plant and place in the Rubbermaid Tanks
Net Pots Redy for Tank
Plants Growing in Coconut Coir Planting Medium


Seeds

You'll Need Lots of Seeds

And of course you will need seeds. With hydroponics you use the same seeds you use in an outdoor garden. You can purchase seeds from many sources, even at Walmart. 
One Company I like to use is True Leaf Market. It is an online site. They have all kinds of seeds. Check them out.
What you plant is up to you. You can plant in tanks, large jars, and buckets For larger plants like tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers you will want to use a 5 gallon bucket. 

Net Pots for 5 Gallon Buckets

You can get FREE 5 gallon plastic buckets, called pickle buckets at local sandwich shops. They just throw them away. I've gotten as many as 9 at a time.
Get FREE Buckets

Harvest Fresh Greens

You Can Even Grow 2 Onions Per Net Pot

Harvest Fresh Onions

Cut Fresh Kale As You Need It.  It keeps Growing

Fresh Kale For Kale Chips

Fresh Lettuce

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It's So Simple. Harvest Fresh Vegetable Year Round 

So you see, it's very simple and inexpensive to have fresh vegetables all year round in the comfort of your own home. 
You can grow for yourself if you're single. For a family, and even grow to market. 
With the all the uncertainties we face, with rising food costs, chemicals in the food.
NOW IS THE TIME TO GROW YOUR OWN.




Saturday, February 18, 2023

POSTS FROM JUNE 24 2011

 This website is dedicated to all those who are over weight, or have health problems, and want to learn why. Why is it that you do everything you are told and STILL can't lose weight. You diet only to gain the weight back. Why is it that you don't feel like you would like to. Is it just part of getting old?


I'm going to tell you how I went from death to life. What I've learned during my decade long study into health, diet, and nutrition, how I live now and give tips and how to information. I offer help free of charge.  I hope you will join me in my journey.
The picture on the left is me at over 340 pounds. The middle picture is after an 80 pound loss. The picture on the right in me now after a total of 160 pounds lost.
The picture on the left is me at over 340 pounds. The middle picture is after an 80 pound loss. The picture on the right in me after a total of 160 pounds lost. I didn't start at the gym UNTIL I lost 140 pounds.

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

SALTY CRUNCHY

MY 160 POUND WEIGHT LOSS

My study into health and nutrition began 12 years ago. At that time I had just lost my wife to a health related illness. I was obese and in bad health myself. In the following  2 years I lost 160 pounds and lots of health problems.

I started a blog to talk about what I had learned back in June of 2011. I have posted most of my old blog posts here on this blog. Go back several pages to read the first, and work yourself up to the newer posts.  Some of the links are no longer active, it has been 10 years. I will be adding updated information. Check back. CLICK HERE TO GO BACK

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This blog is about me learning to lose weight. It took me a while to learn and do. But I lost 160 pounds and lots of health problems.

I did it by learning what to eat and what to avoid. It's simple, anyone can do it. 

No diet, 

No doctor, 

No pills, 

No surgery, 

No exercise, 

No counting calories. 

Simple, JERF, Just Eat Real Food.Paleo, Keto, LCHF, Low Carb High Fat. Ancestral. What ever you call it, it's a lifestyle not a diet.

One of my weaknesses was potato chips. You can put all the candy, cookies, cakes and pies around me all you want and I won't touch them. But potato chips, now I would have a hard time resisting them. 
SO, I found a healthy alternative. It's the salty crunchy that I miss.
I now make KALE CHIPS.
I'm making some today. Using my own hydroponically grown kale.

I thought I had posted about this in a previous post, but I can't find it so here it is.
Here is how I do it...

#1 harvest or purchase fresh kale.

#2 Wash and dry it.

#3 Take the stems off

#4 Coat it with olive oil

#5 Put it on your dehydrator trays and dry it.

#6 When dry put into a ziplock bag.

#7 ENJOY



START YOUR OWN INDOOR KRATKY HYDROPONIC GARDEN AND ENJOY
FRESH KALE CHIPS ANYTIME



Sunday, March 27, 2022

GROW YOUR OWN MEDICINE

 

MY 160 POUND WEIGHT LOSS
MY 160 POUND WEIGHT LOSS

My study into health and nutrition began 10 years ago. At that time I had just lost my wife to a health related illness. I was obese and in bad health myself. In the following  2 years I lost 160 pounds and lots of health problems.

I started a blog to talk about what I had learned back in June of 2011. I have posted most of my old blog posts here on this blog. Go back several pages to read the first, and work yourself up to the newer posts. CLICK HERE TO GO BACK
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GROW YOUR MEDICINE AT HOME.

 Prescription drugs taken as directed kill over 110,000 Americans a year.

God has given us all the "medicine" we need in nature.

You can grow your own medicine at home by sprouting. 

What are the benefits of sprouts?

Sprouts are the germinated seed of a vegetable, young plants on their way to full growth.

Sprouts are jam-packed with vitamins and minerals, fiber and are a great source of antioxidants,

For instance Broccoli sprouts will be loaded with vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, folic acid and they are a really good source of the powerful antioxidant sulforaphane.

Sprouts can also carry other nutrients like B vitamins and minerals like phosphorus and magnesium. Plus, they’re low in calories.

Sprouts help you fight illness and are anticancer

Raw sprouts, especially broccoli sprouts, have a plentiful supply of antioxidants. Broccoli helps activate and strengthen our body’s natural cancer protection.

Broccoli sprouts are about 50 times more powerful in cancer prevention than the mature plant.

Sprouts support healthy digestion

Raw sprouts are also good for your gut. Studies have shown that the soaking process actually increases the amount of enzymes available to the sprout, and increases the amount of fiber in the sprout, The fiber combines with enzymes to help break down food more efficiently, making sprouts a great digestion-friendly addition to your diet.

Sprouts improve insulin resistance

For folks who struggle with insulin resistance find sprouts to be a helpful addition to their diet.

Sprouts boost the immune system

The natural bioactive sulforaphane compound in sprouts helps activate the body’s immune response against viruses.

You can enjoy fresh sprouts all year long.

The Health Benefits of Sprouts and Microgreens

Drugs vs. Herbs As Medicine: What Does The Bible Say?

https://deeprootsathome.com/biblical-guidance-drugs-herbs-medicine/

Someone asked me what seeds I use. I've tried several brands of sprouting seeds. One company I am pleased with is Easy Peasy.

Some brands have a low germination rate. Easy Peasy has a HIGH rate. I recommend them. I get mine on Amazon, CLICK HERE

STOCK UP ON SPROUTING SEEDS NOW WHILE YOU CAN.

MY INDOOR SPROUT GARDEN
MY INDOOR SPROUT GARDEN



Thursday, February 17, 2022

CRAZY TIMES

MY 160 POUND WEIGHT LOSS


My study into health and nutrition began 10 years ago. At that time I had just lost my wife to a health related illness. I was obese and in bad health myself. In the following  2 years I lost 160 pounds and lots of health problems.

I started a blog to talk about what I had learned back in June of 2011. I have posted most of my old blog posts here on this blog. Go back several pages to read the first, and work yourself up to the newer posts. CLICK HERE TO GO BACK
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CRAZY TIMES

What crazy times we live in. Shortages and rumors of shortages everywhere. 

 I haven't post here for sometime. With Biden's "Dark Winter" upon us I thought I should try and help those trying to eat healthy in a time of shortages.
Most food shortages don't bother me. I JERF, Just Eat Real Food. 95% of the junk they call food in the supermarkets should be avoided anyway. 

 You should be buying as much food directly from your local farmer as you can. The farmers need us, and we need the farmers, now more than ever. 
There is a website that lists local farmers that sell to the public all across the country it's EatWild.com CLICK HERE  

 GROWING YOUR OWN GREENS
I've posted in the past about seed sprouting as a way to have fresh greens in your home year round. Scroll on down the blog to find the post on sprouting.
HYDROPONICS
Another way to have fresh vegtibles is home hydroponics. There is a new method of hydropoonics that I have just learned about. It's called the Kratky Method. Easy as pie. No more air hoses and pumps

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

YOU HAVE TO MOVE

 

MY 160 POUND WEIGHT LOSS

My study into health and nutrition began 10 years ago. At that time I had just lost my wife to a health related illness. I was obese and in bad health myself. In the following  2 years I lost 160 pounds and lots of health problems.

I started a blog to talk about what I had learned back in June of 2011. I have posted most of my old blog posts here on this blog. Go back several pages to read the first, and work yourself up to the newer posts. CLICK HERE TO GO BACK

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YOU HAVE TO MOVE

MY BELLICON REBOUNDER

I was just listening to Dr. Jane Ruby talk about the EXPLODING rate of cancer in those who have taken the covid "vaccine". especially lymphoma. 

Got me thinking about the lymphatic system. It's part of the immune system that filters the blood. It doesn't have a pump like our circulatory system does. It is dependent on movement. And we just don't move enough.
That's where a rebounder comes in. I first found out about rebounding 10 years ago when I began a study into health and nutrition that led me to lose 160 pounds and lots of health problems. SCROLL ALL THE WAY DOWN ON THIS BLOG TO SEE MY FIRST POST FROM 2011

I found the study from NASA that shows Rebound Exercise Is The Most Efficient Form Of Exercise Yet Devised By Man. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.

I sold all my exercise equipment and bought a Bellicon Rebounder. The best on the market. I still have it 10 years later, and still use it. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

When I purchased it I was about 350 pounds so I bought the big heavy duty one. I got the one with fold up legs so I could take it with me when I traveled. It slides under the bed when you're not using it.

You COULD use a large trampoline. But a rebounder fits in your room.

Health Benefits of Rebounding


REBOUNDING.
It's as fun as jumping on the bed when you were a kid, but without getting yelled at.




START MOVING




Tuesday, February 8, 2022

GROW YOUR OWN

My 160 Pound Weight Loss


My study into health and nutrition began 10 years ago. At that time I had just lost my wife to a health related illness. I was obese and in bad health myself. In the following  2 years I lost 160 pounds and lots of health problems.

I started a blog to talk about what I had learned back in June of 2011. I have posted most of my old blog posts here on this blog. Go back several pages to read the first, and work yourself up to the newer posts. 
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GROW YOUR OWN

We’ve all experienced shortages over the past couple years. Even now we see empty shelves and sold out items every time we go shopping. 

It’s important that we do all we can to prepare for coming food shortages. Now is the time to stock up as much as we can. I’ve posted an article about sprouting. How you can grow fresh greens in your home year round with no garden and no soil. Go back and check out the article. 


Another way you can grow fresh vegetables in your home even during the winter, with no soil is hydroponics.

In the past growing vegetables using hydroponics has been complicated and expensive. Requiring tanks, pumps, hoses and lots of time. Not anymore.  

A new method, at least new to me  allows you to greatly simplify and makes it almost effortless to have fresh vegetables growing in your home. Year round.


It’s called the “Kratky Method Hydroponics”.  You don’t need pumps and hoses. Just a plastic tote, or glass or plastic containers, grow lights, and plant food. 


I planted a tote and several large canning jars with kale, and lettuce. Plant it and do nothing else till harvest time. I was able to get several harvests from the same planting. They keep growing back till the water is used up. 


I’m planning on expanding from kale and lettuce, adding peppers, onions, cucumbers, and more.


I'll include links to the items you will need for your Kratky Hydroponic garden. It's best to try and find the items locally. But If you can't, they can be purchased on Amazon. 


My first attempt at Kratky Method Hydroponics,
IT WORKED GREAT!


Here is a short video on the Kratky Method: https://youtu.be/KWUirDxgavc


Learn more about Kratky here: https://www.growkratky.com



*You will need a tank or containers to plant your seeds in. I shop at Goodwill stores all the time so I buy storage totes. 

Rubbermaid makes the best totes. You can get them at Goodwill for around $2.  The one you see here is a Rubbermaid tote. 

You will need to cut holes in the top. 

You can also use large canning jars, pickle buckets or large plastic food containers.

*You will need net pots to insert into the holes cut in the top. The net pots hold the plants. Net pots come in several sizes. I use 2 inch and 3 inch pots. 

*You will need a planting medium for the net pots. I have used rock wool but I prefer coconut husks.

*You will need plant nutrients.

Vegtable seeds. 

*And a grow light. You can use Fluorescent tubes, but LEDs are better and cheaper to run. 


Click on the pictures for Amazon links...


NET POSTS


PLANT NUTRIENTS













LED GROW LIGHT


We all need food. Now is the time to prepare. Stock up on seeds and supplies now while you can.
And plant extra for others.

Sunday, April 5, 2020

EARTHING / GROUNDING


My 160 Pound Weight Loss
My study into health and nutrition began 10 years ago. At that time I had just lost my wife to a health related illness. I was obese and in bad health myself. In the following  2 years I lost 160 pounds and lots of health problems.

I started a blog to talk about what I had learned back in July of 2011. I have posted most of my old blog posts here on this blog. Go back several pages to read the first, and work yourself up to the newer posts. 

One of the things I learned back then was GROUNDING, or EARTHING.  The importance of being grounded to the earth.  Up until the early 1960 we were all grounded to the earth. We had wood floors or natural fiber carpets. We wore leather sole shoes, and went barefoot a lot. When I was a boy the shoes came off as soon as the weather was warm enough. 

When I found out about grounding, I purchased a grounding sheet for my bed and my life changed. I lost a lot of the health problems especially my heart problem. My skin on my lower legs was dark, looked like I was wearing tan socks. When I began grounding the color returned to normal. I began sleeping better too.

There is lots of information online about grounding now. It all started with one man, Clinton Ober. He wrote a book about it called: “Earthing: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever!” Read the book. It’s still available on Amazon and eBay. 

Someone made a documentary about it called “The Earthing Movie: The Remarkable Science of Grounding”. Here is a link to it on Youtube…  https://www.earthingmovie.com

I recommend you buy a grounding mat, or grounding sheet and try it for yourself. 

It’s important to be grounded, spiritually and physically. Read and study your Bible daily. Pray for understanding and SPIRITUAL grounding. Walk barefoot and use a grounding mat for physical grounding.

To read my original blog posts from 2011, scroll down several pages on this blog.


Sunday, March 15, 2020

WHEAT

My 160 Pound Weight Loss and How I Did It What I Learned About WHEAT Like I’ve said. 12 years ago I began an in-depth study into health and ...