Found a couple interesting articles with regards to alcohols. Am looking forward to the ND presentation at Acadia on the 25th. I have a few questions. There was a ND (PHD+)with exceptional creditials (more than your average MD) whose research was discredited by the FDA? Not stating this to give credibility to ND's.(each come with their own creditials.) Rather to open up transparency on this relatively new field we are exposing ourselves to.

Regarding soaps.
An ingredient can cause an immediate reaction in the form of a primary irritation, which would effect anyone using the product. Alternatively, it can cause an allergic reaction in those persons sensitized to the particular ingredient.... Synthetic additives are not alone in precipating negative reactions...,. Even natural essential oils used in old recipies can cause problems. Among potential photosensitizers are oils of bergamont, cedar, coriander, lemongrass, orris root, orange, parsley and yarrow, ... Cocoa butter and coconut oil may produce a reaction in those allergic to chocolate and nuts.  Natural emollients such as lanolin and glycerine are also culprits. Honey if allergy to pollen.

Benzoic acid found in ....margarine, cosmetics, skins salves, and soaps can cause possible skin rashes.
Bergamot oil ...possible ecxema
Camphor... skin rashes
Patchouli.. possible allergic reaction
just a few problems that are known with essential oils.

Photosensitizers cause the skin to react when exposed to light.

and we didn't mention colorants yet.

The Art of Soap Making Marilyn Mohr

Pete's Fruitique is finally open in Wolfville. Surprisingly big with selection and convenience. There is a  specialty tea area with "sniffers" and breads, an awesome display of cheese with my fav. eummental, a fresh salad bar,  cheese and macaroni squares, and a meat counter, just to name a few. And Pete himself was there fixing up the fruits. Now I wonder if he will be there to autograph his cook book which I won on ATV years ago?

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I don't not know the first thing about a heat pump harnessing heat from the earth other than my uncle saying he wants to put one in but needs someone who knows how to do it. Apparently a cousin has one installed.  This sounds intriging and I would think something that should be in during every new construction. Heating 50 degree air as compared to -20 degree air seems advantagous. When next I see my uncle, I will bring up this book. Any thoughts from anyone?

So week three. Interesting note on Wolfberries and a little conflict too. Seems one department thinks they are the best while another disagrees. Another name gogi berries.

http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/TreatmentsandSideEffects/ComplementaryandAlternativeMedicine/HerbsVitaminsandMinerals/turmeric

Infection Behind One Sixth Of Cancers Worldwide

Infection Behind One Sixth Of Cancers Worldwide www.medicalnews.com/
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another source says a certain parasite along with isphophl alcohol was present in every tumor/cancer she had examined.