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Allergies, all in the body/mind

http://caycecures.gaia.com — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 19:54:42 GMT

Edgar Cayce On Health...
ALLERGIES: ALL IN THE BODY-MIND
BY CAROL BARAFF

From hay fever and asthma to eczema and hives, allergic reactions are never pleasant, although they can be many other things, including mild, severe, escalating, exasperating, embarrassing, scary, painful or even fatal in their extreme. All stem from a hyper-sensitivity to some type of irritant. Contributing factors are so diverse that those who suspect others of overreacting could easily be right, or totally wrong.

Respiratory allergies can be chronic as in some cases of asthma, seasonal like hay fever, or intermittent depending on the amount of dust, smoke, pet dander or other factors in the environment. The irritants that lead to skin reactions can be external (contact dermatitis) or internal (food allergies), or sometimes both. All of these can be coped with, but wouldn't it be life changing if they didn't have to be? The Edgar Cayce readings offer that hope.

Then as now, the precipitating causes of allergies in these readings were all over the map. Offending items included beer, fur, household pets, feathers, odors, dust, flowers, pollen, plants, lint, specific foods, food combinations, tobacco smoke, dye, paint fumes, weather, wool, sprays, chemicals, noises, sunlight, metals, colors, negative vibrations and even certain suggestions! Today we would add medications, bites, stings, food additives, and environmental toxins.

The first step in treatment remains to remove the irritants from the body's vicinity, or the body from the vicinity if necessary, while symptoms ease. Some of the changes thus entailed might be unwelcome, or even rather drastic. Those who are aggravating their symptoms with the wrong foods or harmful combinations need to cut it out. At least one person with alarming intestinal reactions to beer and certain foods was advised to find another beverage:

As has been indicated, the body-through the alimentary canal-is allergic to malt, and those foods, and especially of drink, as beer, tend to cause a greater flow of the lymph through those areas when such are taken (257-204).

Children are not exempt from dietary and other restrictions. A youngster with a sweet tooth who was itching for a feline or canine friend could easily be told to Leave off your dogs and cats, and don't eat chocolate (3053-1).

Environmental exposure is often work-related, and at least one man whose skin was reacting to aluminum dust was told to change jobs. Advice for those with hay fever varied with its severity, ranging from a complete change of environment to simply being careful around the garden for a while:

And in the activities, avoid working with some of the flowers. Avoid any of those that throw off pollen at this particular time
(1541-12).

Although avoidance and medication will reliably bring symptomatic relief, they have their limitations. In Cayce's view, allergies are signs of imbalance, and the symptoms are apt to worsen over time. Proper treatment begins with an understanding of how these sensitivities originate, for, as one reading put it: The pressures come from the external effect, to be sure, but the causes are internal (3330-1).

A major factor in the development of allergies is an excess of toxins in the intestinal system. This is probably to be expected in cases of food sensitivities.
(Q) What can be done to conquer the many allergies to certain fruits and vegetables that I am afflicted with? Is the cause psychological?
(A) Cleanse the system! These arise from toxic conditions through the alimentary canal (3356-2).

One contributing factor or even central cause of this toxicity is an overly acidic intestinal system. Acid-forming foods and combinations will put extra strain on an already taxed digestion. The result is a reaction to the offending foods:

(Q) Are there any specific things to which he is allergic?
(A) As long as there is kept too much acid in the system, or those foods or combinations that produce acid, he will be allergic-of course-to those things that are in the nature tending to make this acidity (32-1-1).

An eventual result of intestinal imbalance is the slowing of blood and lymph circulation. This impairs the body's ability to deal with poor food choices and other irritants:

Not precautious enough about the diet, and we have again a great deal of the humor that comes with the fuzziness that occurs in the lymph circulation at this season of the year, unless those precautions are taken and there is not the activity in those things with which the body works at times, to which the body becomes allergic... These allergies come from an irritation to the superficial circulation and lack of coordination of these with the alimentary canal (1541-12).

In the present the blood supply, while very good, is-through the lymph circulation-acting as an irritant to the soft tissue of nasal passages. Hence the throat and eyes suffer because of too great a flow of lymph, and the excitement apparent in the olfactory nerves of the face and head tissue.

These, as generally termed, are subject to inflammation by conditions to which the body becomes allergic at certain seasons or cycles of body change; these produce a great irritation (3180-1).

Nervous system imbalance can also be a primary or contributing factor in the development of allergies:

The pathological effect is being created by the reflex or sympathetic conditions in the functioning, or lack of functioning and coordination, of the cerebrospinal, sympathetic and vegetative with sensory organisms
(5196-1).

A self-consciousness of the lymph patches or spots where there is connection or association with centers along the cerebrospinal system (3224-1)

Regardless of the cause and effect sequence, allergy symptoms can be viewed as excessive reactions to irritants by a body in a weakened state:
(Q) Am I allergic to dust, and does it cause my colds?
(A) Who isn't? All of these are just part of the general debilitation-the inability of the circulation, because of these disturbances, to call into play, as it were, sufficient of the leucocytes to destroy dust. Or any sufficiently strong odors are just as harmful to the body as dust (3644-1).

But this is the association more than it is the organic condition. However, it can be just as severe as if the body sticks its nose in the dust barrel or dust can! For, these are disturbances in the sensory system and in the glands of the body
(3556-1).

While the majority of allergies in the readings were regarded as physical in nature, a good number were partially, or even mostly, psychological. Consider Cayce's responses to the parents of two asthmatic children:
(Q) Is there any particular thing to which he is allergic?
(A) Mostly to himself and his family (2755-2)!

And thus the body apparently becomes allergic to many of the conditions about the body, but it is just as allergic to a suggestion as it is to types of food (5292-1).

Without downplaying the seriousness of the symptoms or the importance of physical treatments, the readings went to great lengths to ensure that psychological aspects were also considered:
(Q) Am I allergic to certain foods?
(A) If you can imagine it, you can be allergic to most any thing, if you want to (3268-2)!

(Q) Is there such a thing as allergy?
(A) This is rather a fad. To be sure individuals may become allergic to certain conditions because of excess of certain elements in the body. But these are rather exaggerated oft (3172-2).

(Q) Is any of this trouble due to allergy?
(A) Some of it is due to allergy, but what is allergy? These are the effects of the imagination upon any influences that may react upon the olfactory or the sympathetic nerves (3400-2).

(Q) Am I allergic to any substances?
(A) Did you ever consider what is meant by being allergic? Most of it is in your imagination! Do you imagine things? Then you are allergic to it (3586-1).

There are pathological conditions, but there is more psychological. Psychological doesn't mean that the body is crazy, by any means, but has set ideas (5211-1).

Of the variety of recommendations for individuals with allergies, many of those found in the readings were indirect. Their purpose was to strengthen, cleanse and coordinate body systems so any irritants which arose would simply be-less irritating. Known allergens would of course be avoided during this critical time with the understanding that this might not be necessary down the road.

The first order of business was often to speed the removal of toxins and congestion from the intestinal system. The importance of internal cleansing measures cannot be overestimated:

If we will cleanse the system, as we find, we should bring better conditions (3400-2).

There needs to be better co-ordination in eliminations (1541-12).

There are some pollens and odors (more odors with this body) that are offensive, and thus the body is allergic to them. But these also will disappear if there is better circulation created and if the poisons are eliminated from the system (3586-1).

The types of internal cleansing measures mentioned included enemas, colonics, mineral preparations like Eno salts, herbal preparations such as ragweed and tonic formulas, and abdominal castor oil packs. In close concert with these was an effort to sweeten the digestion and in some cases soothe irritated intestinal walls. Supporting an alkaline, easily digested diet were prescriptions such as saffron tea, mullein tea, elm water and pepsin.

As would be expected, corrective dietary measures can be a treatment in themselves. Typical injunctions were to include more green vegetables, fresh juices, yellow foods and meat juices, and to stick to the lighter proteins. Most warnings concerned meat fats, fried foods, sweets, starches, beer and raw apples. Specific combinations, such as seafood with sweets or acidic foods, were sometimes vetoed as well.

Another frequent recommendation was osteopathic manipulation to improve the flow of nerve impulses and in some cases correct extremely long-standing imbalances. Spinal realignment boosts the circulation and also helps the channels of elimination to work more smoothly:

These will relieve-if the adjustments are given to set up better drainages (1541-12).

To reduce respiratory system congestion and promote expectoration, an alcohol based inhalant was often suggested. The usual topical applications for skin rashes and hives were Glyco-Thymoline and the Ray's products. Massage, hydrotherapy and electro-therapy were part of many treatments.

A number of comments addressed allergy injections, which promote desensitization by introducing tiny amounts of the offending substance into the system. These were found to be sometimes helpful, sometimes harmful and usually avoidable:

To be sure, there may be given those elements hypodermically that will react upon the body, but common reasoning should indicate that such is not as effective as would be nature's reproduction of itself in the body forces...Of course, if it is the desire to try to take shortcuts and you are too lazy to work, then do it (3234-2)!
(Q) Are the injections necessary this year to relieve hay fever?
(A) This could be said, yes, and it could be said, no.. It is not necessary if following through or if the period is spent in some other environ.
(Q) When will the hay fever condition pass so no further injection will be necessary?
(A) This again depends upon how these are carried through and where they are carried through. For if there is built the body-consciousness that nothing else will do-nothing will do (3436-3)!

We find that there are better ways than the administration of hypodermics. These are good at times. But why put more poison as to set up other conditions that later will be hard to combat, when there has been caused-as it would in this body if kept up-disturbance in the abdominal as well as lung area
(3556-1).

Finally, the helpfulness of positive suggestion and a constructive attitude cannot be overemphasized:
And know they will not affect you unless you let them (386-3)!
Keep the right attitude, and do keep sweet (1541-12).
With the continuing of those things that attune the body to nature, and the suggestions that attune the body to truth, to consciousness, we will break down the allergies (3125-2)

Do these and we will correct these conditions. But let the change begin primarily in the mental attitude.... If the body continues to worry over conditions that have arisen or that may arise, this will prevent any of the applications from helping (3556-1).

The overriding message here is one of hope and promise. Freedom from allergies is within our grasp. Is it time to adopt a cat yet?

Reviewed by QCU 02 FEB 09 DRW

Tags: edgar cayce, allergies, pollen, food, allergy, body, mind, will

How to choose a massage therapist.

http://caycecures.gaia.com — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 12:25:45 GMT

When muscles grow stiff and aching, tension has a firm grip and it’s hard to relax, chances are you’re ready for a massage—or perhaps a whole series. Besides providing short term relief, body work offers a whole array of more lasting benefits. If you’re not sure where to turn for a quality experience, here are some places to start.

~Review the options in your area while forming ideas about which seem most appealing. Descriptive terms can be overwhelming, so unless you focus in on a specific modality it’s probably best to start with a standard chair or table massage. You can test your comfort level with a therapist and setting while remaining open to other options.

~Those new to body work or squeamish about baring their skin will definitely want to try a chair massage. After removing only bulky outer clothing and perhaps some jewelry you will semi-recline face forward on a cushioned, specially designed “chair.” The massage will focus on shoulders, neck and back, with perhaps some attention to arms and hands. The standard length is 15 minutes, though both shorter and longer durations are possible. The chairs are usually set up in public places to attract a flow of customers, so expect some extraneous noise.

~Table massages take place in private, sound-proofed spaces with soft music and other relaxation inducing features, such as fountains, heat, dim light and aromatherapy. Here you remove most or all of your clothing and recline between soft sheets, remaining fully draped except for the area your therapist is currently working on. Oil or lotion is used to moisturize the skin and allow for a smooth glide. Durations range from 30 to 90 minutes with an hour as the standard. Although half an hour makes a fine introduction it’s less conducive to full relaxation and is best suited to a focused rather than a general massage.

~While you zero in on a modality, solicit recommendations from anyone you know who receives body work. Some see specific therapists regularly, while others are content with whoever is available in their time frame at a health center or day spa. In either case, word of mouth impressions are invaluable. For more information, seek out ads, business cards, brochures and web sites.

~Now you’re ready to compare details such as credentials, experience and fees as well as more general impressions. Mini interviews with therapists and appointment takers can be extremely helpful here. Credentials indicate a therapist’s level of training and professionalism as well as areas of specialization. Years of experience are desirable for obvious reasons, although someone just starting out may charge less. Many offer introductory rates and package deals, so don’t hesitate to ask. The most economical rates are found at massage schools where students are doing their internships.

~As you proceed to making a first appointment (chair massage is usually walk-in), specify your needs as best you can, making sure you are heard. Feel free to mention areas that you think need special attention, how much pressure you prefer and your state of health. If stairs are a problem for you, ask about this now. You may also wish to inquire about out-calls, which many therapists will happily provide for an extra fee.

~Before any table appointment, be sure to bathe so your therapist will enjoy working on you. In turn, expect him or her, as well as the site of your massage, to be clean and uncluttered. Be punctual and prepared to be taken right away. You will need to dialogue for a few minutes at the beginning about what’s going on with your body, whether you’re comfortable on the table, what will be used on your skin, the amount of pressure, how your massage will be structured, and so forth. Any dialogue afterwards, other than to convey how you’re feeling, is completely up to you. It is never rude to close your eyes, fall asleep, ignore chatty comments or even announce that you’d rather just be quiet now. Anyone who does not take the hint, or is less talkative than you like to be, is not a great fit. Ditto for those who answer phone calls, are inflexible about their routine and otherwise suggest that they’re not fully focused on you. This is your time to be nurtured and you’ve earned it.

Tags: massage, holistic, therapy, cayce, heritage, healing, therapeutic, bodywork

How to Choose a Psychic.

http://caycecures.gaia.com — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 11:03:00 GMT

How to Choose a Psychic Reader

So-you've reached one of those points in life where it's vital that you understand the forces at work and you think a psychic or intuitive "reading" might help give some clarity and direction. Undoubtedly that's true IF the information comes from the right place, but how do you know where to turn? Here are some helpful hints:

Start by asking around for experiences, impressions and recommendations. Someone you know may well be able to point you in a helpful direction. If not, begin checking out some ads without committing yourself.
Identify an individual or business that operates within a stated spiritual and/or ethical framework. Only someone who is able to look at life from a higher perspective will be able to help you do the same.
Decide what types of readings you might enjoy most. A reader may work with a format such as cards, astrology, palmistry, muscle testing or numerology, or simply speak from a light or deep trance state.
Learn how a reader's payment structure operates in advance so there are no surprises, and weed out the ones that charge well above the going rate. Sound advice need not cost an arm and a leg.
Do your best beforehand to ensure that you will be comfortable with the reader you're considering. A mini-interview conducted in person or by phone will help you feel this out, as well as create rapport and build trust.
Be clear about your intent and questions well in advance. This will help you focus in on the right reader and later help the reader to focus on you.
Avoid readers who want to tell you how to run your life. This is unprofessional on their part and could lead to dependency on yours. The purpose of a reading is to provide the insight and perspective that will help you make your own decisions.
Determine beforehand whether there is a money-back guarantee on the service in question-a feature that is rare but not unheard of. This would typically apply only to a session that seems unsatisfactory after the first few minutes and not down the road if a prediction fails to manifest. Still, someone who offers this guarantee may be more likely than most to have the confidence and experience you're looking for!

VISIT http://www.astro-plan-it.com FOR YOUR FREE REPORT!

Thank you and many blessings on your journey.

Tags: psychic, love, healing, guidance, prediction, past lives, reincarnation, friend

Castor Oil Packs for Well Being

http://caycecures.gaia.com — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 11:07:12 GMT

The Palma Christi

Castor oil is extracted from the seed of the castor oil plant, whose botanical name is ricinus communis. While it was Edgar Cayce who brought castor oil packs to fame in the 20th century, the oil has a long and varied history of use as a healing agent in folk medicine around the world.

According to a research report in The Journal of Naturopathic Medicine, castor bean seeds, believed to be 4,000 years old, have been found in Egyptian tombs, and historical records reveal the medicinal use of castor oil in Egypt (for eye irritations), India, China (for induction of childbirth and expulsion of the placenta), Persia (for epilepsy), Africa, Greece, Rome, Southern Europe, and the Americas. In ancient Rome, the castor oil plant was known as Palma Christi, which translates into hand of Christ. This name is still sometimes used today.

Cayce described many different physiological functions that were improved through the use of topically applied castor oil packs. The packs were used on a variety of problems i.e. hernias, constipation, arthritis, gall stones, adrenals, and sluggish liver to name but a few.

To have a desire to use the oil in the first place is working from, as Cayce called it, "a castor oil state of consciousness." It does not negate the use of allopathic drugs, but can enhance and speed up the recuperative process. "Healing of any nature is a new consciousness in the cell or organ which leads towards a oneness with the Creative Forces of the universe ". This change of perception arouses and activates the cells into a new pattern of recognition.

A book about the Vermont style of folk medicine by D.C. Jarvis published in 1958 lists numerous conditions which respond well to the topical application of castor oil, including irritation of the conjunctiva of the eye; to promote healing of the umbilicus in a newborn; and to increase milk flow in lactating women when applied to the breasts.

Castor oil packs are a simple home therapy which often produce astounding results. When we consider the Cayce statement quoted in Dr. McGarey's book, "There's as much of God in a teaspoonful of castor oil as there is in a prayer!", we may begin to appreciate the powerful healing potential of the "Palma Christi".

***Remember we are NOT Doctors and have NO medical training and cannot legally lay claim to the healing of any individual ailment with the use of Castor Oil.
We urge you to do your own research and experience the benefits of Castor Oil for yourself.

CASTOR OIL PACK (COTTON OR WOOL FLANNEL)
GENERAL DIRECTIONS:

Fold flannel at least once to make a pack of appropriate size, and saturate with castor oil by pouring onto pack or dipping pack in preheated oil.
Position pack over abdomen and cover with a piece of plastic, a towel, and then a heating pad. A towel may be useful to protect bedding.
Turn heating pad on low or to a setting the body tolerates. Do not use heat if infection or fever is present or suspected.
Allow pack to remain for an hour or more. Longer applications can be beneficial if you avoid falling asleep with heating pad turned on.
After pack is removed, cleanse abdomen with a solution of baking soda in water (1 teaspoonful to a pint).
Store pack in plastic bag or other container in a cool place when not in use. After 24 uses or less, pack should be cleaned or discarded.
Use 3-5 days per week for 3 weeks each month until results are obtained.

Other Suggestions for Use of Castor Oil Packs:

Wrap an ace bandage loosely around the pack and body to hold pack in place.
Use the pack to administer other packs and poultices, such as grape, mullein, vinegar and salt, Glyco-Thymoline, and Epsom salts.
Meditate, pray, read inspirational material, and think positive thoughts while using your pack.

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Heritage Events Calendar for December

http://caycecures.gaia.com — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:26:51 GMT

	December 2008
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
	1 Tai Chi PreNatal Yoga with Instructor Mandy Jones	2 Course in Miracles Matrix Energetics Healing with Judy Higdon Beginner Yoga Tai Chi I Tai Chi II	3 Feng Shui Consultations The God Energy & How It Works	4 Understanding Your Dreams Traditional Yoga with Instructor Joyti Bellydance Fusion	5	6 FREE Food Sampling
7 FREE Food Sampling Church of the Rude Awakening!	8 Tai Chi PreNatal Yoga with Instructor Mandy Jones	9 Course in Miracles Matrix Energetics Healing with Judy Higdon Beginner Yoga Tai Chi I Tai Chi II	10 Feng Shui Consultations The God Energy & How It Works	11 Understanding Your Dreams Traditional Yoga with Instructor Joyti Bellydance Fusion	12	13 FREE Food Sampling
14 FREE Food Sampling Church of the Rude Awakening!	15 Tai Chi PreNatal Yoga with Instructor Mandy Jones	16 Course in Miracles Matrix Energetics Healing with Judy Higdon Beginner Yoga Tai Chi I Tai Chi II	17 Feng Shui Consultations The God Energy & How It Works	18 Understanding Your Dreams Traditional Yoga with Instructor Joyti Bellydance Fusion	19	20 FREE Food Sampling
21 FREE Food Sampling Church of the Rude Awakening!	22 Tai Chi PreNatal Yoga with Instructor Mandy Jones	23 Course in Miracles Matrix Energetics Healing with Judy Higdon Beginner Yoga Tai Chi I Tai Chi II	24 Feng Shui Consultations The God Energy & How It Works	25 Merry Christmas!! Store Closed.	26	27 FREE Food Sampling
28 FREE Food Sampling Church of the Rude Awakening!	29 Tai Chi PreNatal Yoga with Instructor Mandy Jones	30 Course in Miracles Matrix Energetics Healing with Judy Higdon Beginner Yoga Tai Chi I Tai Chi II	31 Feng Shui Consultations The God Energy & How It Works

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Heritage Center Holistic Massage and Spa Therapies

http://caycecures.gaia.com — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:32:55 GMT

Relax... Detox... Transcend!

Reduces Stress - Increases Mental Capabilities - Detoxifies the Body
Stimulates Circulation - Improves Muscle Tone
Strengthens the Immune System - Hydrates Skin Surface

The Heritage Center is known throughout the Hampton Roads area for its unique offerings of bodywork modalities based on the holistic practices prescribed by Edgar Cayce in his readings.
Healing and relaxing therapeutic massage is offered daily on the 2nd floor of the Heritage complex.
Our therapists are all nationally certified and many are trained in Reiki, an ancient healing technique which contributes to the wonderful sense of well being you will enjoy after a full body massage.

Additional modalities offered for your health and well-being include Cranial Sacral Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, Ayurvedic Massage and Reflexology. Castor Oil Packs (recommended in numerous Cayce readings) and other Cayce based formulas which benefit the immune system and relieve stress, can be added to the regimen while you relax on the massage table.

Check out our Spa Specials - Facials, Steams and Microdermabrasion are preformed by trained therapists, to soothe, revitalize and detoxify your skin. Herbal body wraps and salt scrubs open pores, improve circulation and cleanse your body of toxins, leaving your entire body invigorated and relaxed.
You can design your own day spa regimen or take advantage of the packages we have already designed just for you below: The Cleanser, The Refresher, Renewal, Indulgence, and Pampering.

Appointments are available daily

Monday - Saturday 10 am - 6 pm Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm

Type	Description	Price	Time
Chair Massage	In a hurry? Want to try massage for the first time? A Chair Massage, with its many advantages, may be just what you need! There is no need for oils or linens because your relax fully clothed on a specially designed chair while the tension is coaxed from your shoulders, neck and back.	$15	15 minutes
Massage, Std.	Welcome to the soothing, nurturing and beneficial world of massage. Increase the nutrition and oxygen supply to all body tissues and feel those tightened muscles let go as a blissful state of complete relaxation permeates your being. Full Body Massage is so good for you and it feels so wonderful!	$35 $60 $80	1/2 hour 1 hour 1 1/2 hours
Hot Stone Massage	The ancient Native American practice of hot stone therapy provides profound relaxation and deep heat for sore muscles and arthritis. Combined with massage, the therapy is even more effective.	$95	1 1/2 hour
Cranial Sacral Therapy	CranioSacral Therapy is gentle and non-intrusive. Light touch is applied on the cranial bones and the sacrum. After a session you will feel deeply relaxed and balanced.	$70 $90	1hour 1 1/2 hr
Castor Oil Pack	Enjoy the immune system benefits and de-stressing effects of an Edgar Cayce recommended *Castor Oil Pack* with your massage.	Just add $15 to any regular massage price.
Reiki	Essentially a "laying on of hands", Reiki is an ancient healing technique with many documented benefits. While you relax on a massage table, energy is channeled through the practitioner's hands, which rest on each position for three to five minutes. There is no pressure applied and no manipulation of tissue, as in massage. You may notice specific therapeutic results or simply a feeling of well being. Reiki is a massage for the etheric body!	$35 Just $25 with a 1 hour massage!	1/2 hour
Reflexology	Who ever knew that hand/foot massage could feel so good and be so good for you? Reflexology is based on the principle that reflexes located in the feet and hands affect every gland, organ and area of the body. By applying systematic pressure to certain areas, the corresponding organs and systems are stimulated and the entire body relaxed. *add an additional 1/2 hr of Reflexology to a 1 hour massage for just $25	$35 $55	1/2 hour 1 hour
Facial	A cleansing *Facial* treatment is not only soothing but relieves skin blemishes, unclogs pores, prevents sagging muscles and revitalizes the skin. Be good to yourself and feel the glow!	$40 add to 1 hour massage $100	30-40 minutes
Steam	Unwind in our *Steam* cabinet where toxins are released through the skin and lungs. Your muscles relax and your body is now a perfect candidate for a massage!	$20	1/2 hour
Microdermabrasion	This state of the art technology leaves skin silky smooth, removes excess oil and helps rejuvenate sun damaged skin. It will also reduce fine lines and wrinkles, minimize the appearance of acne and reduce pore size while removing blackheads and whiteheads. Safe for all skin types!	$115	30 - 40 minutes
Salt Glows	Salt scrubs help circulation and invigorate your skin. The abrasive action of the salt will remove dead skin cells and open pores, allowing them to breathe, leaving only a fresh glow.	$45	30 - 40 minutes
Herbal Body Wraps	Cleanse your body of toxins that can collect due to such factors as aging, improper diet, lack of exercise, smoking and stress, while firming and toning the skin. You'll feel pampered and refreshed.	$120	2 hours

Packages	Includes	Price	Time
The Cleanser	Steam - 1hr Massage w/ Castor Oil Pack + Facial	$135.00	1 1/2 to 2 hrs
The Refresher	Salt Glow - Facial - 1/2 hr Reflexology	$120.00	1 1/2 to 2 hrs
Pampering	Steam - 1hr Massage /w Castor Oil - Facial - Reflexology	$155.00	2 to 2 1/2 hrs
Renewal	Body Wrap - Facial - 1hr Massage	$200.00	3 to 3 1/2 hrs
Indulgence	1 1/2 hr Hot Stone Massage - Facial - Reflexology - Reiki	$210.00	2 3/4 to 3 1/4 hrs

THE HERITAGE HOLISTIC CENTER
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE THERAPISTS

All Heritage Center massage therapists are nationally certified, locally licensed and insured. They bring a high degree of skill, caring and personal commitment to their clients. All offer therapeutic full body massage with castor oil packs if requested (in accordance to the readings of Edgar Cayce) - as well as a variety of other healing modalities
(see below).

Pat Betcher, L.M.T., NCTMB
Pat received her training at the Virginia Career Institute and taught there for five years. Pat offers standard Swedish massage, therapeutic massage, facials, foot reflexology, hot stone massage, head massage, raindrop therapy, seaweed herbal wraps (detox) and moor mud wraps (aches & pains). She brings 7 years of healing experience to her clients.

Linda McDonald, L.M.T., NCTMB
Linda received her training at the Cayce/Reilly School of Massotherapy. Linda offers a full range of modalities including Ayurvedic massage, Cranial Sacral Therapy, herbal body wraps, hot stone massage, deep tissue, salt glows, reflexology, stress reduction techniques, TMJ, ear candling and chi-lite therapy. Linda also offers hypnotherapy, past life regression and reiki.

Ron Adamson, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B.
Ron received his training at the Cayce-Reilly School of Massotherapy. He specializes in cranio-sacral, chi-lite therapy and reflexology.

Gwen Jannone, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B.
Gwen trained at the Virginia Institute of Massage and has worked as a massage therapist for over 15 years. In addition to standard Swedish and Cayce/Reilly massage, Gwen offers Deep Tissue (neuromuscular), facial massage, hot stone massage, foot reflexology and herbal wraps.

Nancy Burrows, L.M.T., NCTMB
Nancy received her training from the American Institute of Professional Massage in Queens, NY and has been licensed for 35 years. She specializes in deep tissue massage (neuromuscular), back and neck pain, hot stone massage and reflexology. She is a reiki master and is well informed on Cayce remedies.

Michael Perry, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B.
Michael received his training at the Fuller School of Massage and specialized in sports massage, stretching techniques and Chi-Lite therapy.

Delaina Barzaga, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B.
Delaina received her training at Daytona College, Daytona Florida.
Delaina performs all therapeutic modalities including Swedish, deep tissue (Neuromuscular), myofacial release, ear candling, TMJ, acupressure, Reiki, structural integration, sports massage, trigger point therapy, reflexology and sports massage.

Cyndi Scott, L.M.T., NCTMB
Cyndi received her training at The Cayce/Reilly School of Massotherapy. Cyndi offers facials, salt glows, steams and reflexology.

Ann Herring-Davis, Master Esthetician
Ann is on call as the Microdermabrasion technician/consultant for The Heritage Center. She also offers natural hair removal, facials, reflexology and stress management.

Tags: holistic, healing, heritage, massage, reiki, cayce, therapy

Heritage Store Cafe Menu

http://caycecures.gaia.com — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:24:21 GMT

Organic Carrot Juice Bar

Make your own juice by

choosing from:

apple
beet
celery
ginger
garlic
parsley
spinach

To add to a base of carrots 12 oz $5.75

Organic Wheatgrass - 1 oz $2.75 or 2 oz $4.95

Organic Coffee 12 oz $1.75 (free refills)

Organic Lemonade 12 oz $2.00

Daily selection of hot & cold teas $1.75

Fruit Smoothies

Antioxidant

Pomegranate, blueberries, strawberries, orange, ginger, mango & apple juice $6.00

Green Energy

Spinach, wheat grass, banana, apple, pineapple & mango $6.25

Heritage Smoothie

Blueberries, bananas, vanilla soy milk & flax $4.25

Immune Digestive

Pineapple,mango, fresh mint, cinnamon & ginger $4.50

Island Style

Strawberries, banana, coconut milk, pineapple juice, yogurt, & honey $4.75

Peanut Butter Blast

Banana, natural peanut butter, soy milk, honey & vegan chocolate syrup $4.75

Super Pomegranate

Pomegranate, peaches, blueberries & banana $4.95

Add Extra

Spiru-Tein^TM $1.25 Flax or Fruit $.75

The Heritage Cafe

Dedicated to a

healthy lifestyle

314 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

1½ blocks from oceanfront (31st)

757-428-0500 x4295

Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-6:40pm,

Saturday 9am-7:40pm & Sunday 11-6:40pm

Allergen Alert:

Our food is made in an enviroment that uses common allergens such as peanuts, soy, eggs, wheat, sesame, shellfish, and latex (gloves)

Starters

Shiitake Mushroom Spring Rolls

With cabbage, chilis & cilantro served with sweet ginger

chili sauce and kim chee 4.95

Spinach & Artichoke Dip

Spinach, artichoke, gruyere, cream cheese &

seasonings served with grilled pita points 5.25

Salads

Served with grilled brioche bread

Spinach Salad

Caramelized garlic, spinach, nuts and balsamic basil tomatoes with cherry Riesling vinaigrette 6.95

Greek Salad

Mixed greens, onions, tomatoes, feta and kalamata olives with lemon poppyseed vinaigrette 6.50

Chili Ranch Chicken Salad

House salad with blackened chicken, crumbled blue cheese & chili ranch dressing 7.50

House Salad

Assorted greens, carrots, sprouts, cucumber,

tomatoes &onions with house dressing 5.25

Soup and House Salad 6.95

Soup of the Day 3.75

Specials

Monday-Happy Carnivores

a variety of entrees for meat lovers

Tuesday-A Taste of Vegetarian

fresh vegetarian dishes

Wednesday- Touring the World

sampling cuisine from around the world

Thursday-From the Planet Vegan

dairy and meat-free entrees

Friday-Seafood

fresh seafood selections

Saturday & Sunday-Chef's Choice

all your favorite Heritage dishes

Sandwiches & Specialties

with choice of Asian slaw, vegan potato salad or potato chips

Herb Hummus

Fresh spinach, glazed onion, marinated tomato basil salad and roasted garlic & shallot hummus on toasted sourdough 7.50

Buffalo Burger

Grass-fed buffalo, cheddar cheese, caramelized onion, tomato and lettuce on a whole wheat bun 10.00

Garden Veggie Tempeh Reuben

Veggie tempeh, braised fennel and swiss cheese with house dressing and slaw on toasted rye 7.95

Chipotle Black Bean Burger

With caramelized onion, avocado, bibb lettuce and cilantro aioli on a wheat bun 7.25

Chicken Spinach

All natural chicken breast, fresh spinach, lettuce & tomato on 9 grain bread 8.25

Bistro Style Grilled Cheese

Aged Swiss, herbed cream cheese & tomatoes on rustic French brioche 6.25

Portabello Quesidella

Marinated portabello, spinach, cheddar & gruyére in a chilli tortilla 8.50

Turkey Reuben

Sliced turkey, sauerkraut, Swiss and house dressing on grilled rye 7.95

Not Just For Kids

served with chips

On 9 Grain Bread

Peanut butter and banana 4.50
Smoked turkey and Swiss 5.25

Grilled cheese 4.25
Cheese Quesadilla 5.25

There is also a Grab-n-Go with wide variety of delicious lunch and dinner items exclusively available for takeaway, made fresh daily, and great for a picnic on the beach!

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Heritage Store's new Profile

http://caycecures.gaia.com — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:05:16 GMT

Hi there.

We are new to Gaia, but we want to spread the word about Edgar Cayce's wonderful remedies and where to get them in this day and age.

For over 39 years the Heritage has offered quality products for your health, beauty and wellness at affordable prices. Our unique holistic approach to wellness provides natural solutions to your health, skin and hair care needs. And, you can shop with confidence with our "Money Back Guarantee."

Complete Supplier of Edgar Cayce Products

Edgar Cayce (1877 - 1945) is the world's most documented psychic. He is known as the "Father of Holistic Medicine" because of the pioneering information he gave in his more than 14,000 readings. Edgar Cayce always encouraged manufacturers to improve their products. At The Heritage Store we have done this with a number of products while maintaining and following the basic formulas and principles from the readings.

Skin, Hair & Oral Care Solutions

Here at our laboratory in Virginia we work diligently to bring you an exclusive line of natural, therapeutic products designed to address your total health care needs. All Heritage products are made with the finest, purest, most effective ingredients available.

The Heritage is committed to Going Green

When Justin Hickman needs to fill up his Volkswagen with fuel, he drives past the gas station and pulls into the Heritage Store parking lot. It may seem odd getting fuel from a health food mecca, but not so. Justin's Volkswagen doesn't run on gas; it runs on vegetable oil. Justin, a therapeutic massage therapist, bought a vehicle conversion kit. Installing the kit himself, he uses a hose coming from the radiator to heat up vegetable oil in a separate tank he installed on the vehicle. Once his engine is warm, Justin just flips a switch. And like magic, it runs on vegetable oil.

The Heritage Store has always been about nature. We have touted natural, organic, earth friendly products for over 35 years. So, it's only natural (no pun intended) that the Heritage Store would partner with like minds, supplying free vegetable oil to Justin when he comes to visit. The Heritage provides vegetable waste oil from manufacturing to fuel multiple local vehicles.

Please Visit Our Store

From our humble beginnings selling just the health & beauty formulas recommended by Edgar Cayce, we now occupy a 22,000 square foot facility covering three storefronts and located one block from the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Choose from a great selection of organic produce and natural groceries, a wide array of supplements, vitamins, homeopathic remedies, and body care products. Our Book & Gift Store offers unique metaphysical titles, gifts, candles, crystals and jewelry.
Enjoy our delicious selection of salads, sandwiches, entrees and organic juices made fresh daily in our Cafe. On our second floor you can browse the art display or treat yourself to a therapeutic massage. Reiki treatment, psychic reading or an astrological chart. We also offer classes in yoga, tai chi and have daily meditation sessions. It's easy to understand why we've been voted "Best of the Beach" year after year.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

If you can't make it in person, then visit us on the web at http://www.caycecures.com

Thank you so much for visiting our Gaia page, and please let us know what we can do to make it better for you.

Namaste.

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