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There are ways to help children either slow the development of _ pears, squash and potatoes. Allylsulphide-containing foods like precocious puberty or even possibly reverse this condition. garlic, shallots, onions and chives stimulate glutathione produc- Holistic healing modalities such as traditional Chinese medicine tion. Miso, fermented soybean paste and seaweed remove pollu- (TCM), naturopathy, homoeopathy, chiropractic and other holistic tion and radiation from the body. medical approaches have been able to help children get their hor- 4. Thoroughly wash non-organic fruits and vegetables with monal health back on track, thus reducing some of the physiologi- either a fruit and vegetable wash available at health food stores, or cal dysfunctions contributing to early development. soak them in an apple cider vinegar and water bath. In addition to having a high body-burden of endocrine- A Clorox bath is most effective and inexpensive for removing disrupting chemicals, children with precocious puberty tend to bacteria, parasites, pesticides and other contaminants from food. have compromised digestive systems, candida from overuse of Add a teaspoon of Clorox to one gallon (3.785 litres) of water. antibiotics, food allergies, nutritional deficiencies, over-burdened Soak leafy vegetables and thin-skinned fruit (berries, plums, livers and heavy metal toxicity. peaches, etc.) for 15 minutes; root, thick-skinned or fibrous veg- The earlier this problem is identified, the etables and thick-skinned fruits (oranges, greater the success of reversing the signs of bananas, apples) and poultry, fish and eggs puberty. Unfortunately, orthodox medicine for 20 minutes. has no answers nor solutions and can only Frozen meats (not ground meat) can be address the problem by prescribing thawed in a Clorox bath for about 20 min- powerful, toxic drugs that turn off the utes for up to five pounds (2.267 kilograms) endocrine system. of frozen meat. Remove the foods from the In addition, all external sources of hor- Unfortunately, Clorox bath, place them in clear water for 10 mones and hormone-mimicking chemicals we minutes, and rinse. Dry all foods thoroughly should be avoided. These include non- orthodox medicine and store. Warning: use only Clorox, and organic mee pasteurised dairy products. has no answers nor no other bran of bleach, since it does not sugar and refined carbohydrates, junk food, . contain any chlorine. agricultural and industrial chemicals, and all solutions and can only 5. Use organic personal care products. commercial household cleaning products and address the problem Most deodorants, shampoos, sunscreens, personal care products (suntan lotion, shampoos, bubble baths, moisturisers, etc.). Our bodies, our homes, our gar- dens and our schools should be made chemical-free zones. Precocious puberty is a perilous experiment of 21st-century living, mak- ing children teens before their time. However, with vigilance, education and the commitment to making healthy changes, our children's endocrine well- being and their future health can be ensured. oo skin care, body care and baby products contain carcinogenic or toxic chemi- cals. According to a US General Accounting Office Report: "Cosmetics are being marketed in the United States which may pose a serious hazard to the public. Over 2,983 chemicals used in cosmetics...and one-third (884) of these ingredients have been reported as toxic substances..." 6. Don't let children chew on soft plastic toys. Phthalates are added to soften PVC plastic toys. These plastic toys also retain any pesticides sprayed in the house for up to two weeks. Buy by prescribing powerful, toxic drugs that turn off the endocrine system. GUIDELINES FOR REDUCING EXPOSURE TO OESTROGEN DISRUPTORS unfinished wood or natural fibre toys. 1. Eliminate any pesticide, herbicide and insecticide use on 7. Avoid lice and scabies shampoos containing lindane and lawns and gardens. Even some commercial composts may be synthetic pyrethroid. Lindane has been shown to promote tumour contaminated with chemicals. Effective organic products are growth the same way oestrogen did. available, or learn to make your own pest control formulas. Make 8. Teach your children to wash their hands frequently and not your own organic compost. to lick their fingers or bite their nails. Since chemicals inevitably 2. Lobby in your community to stop the spraying of hormone- get deposited on surfaces, frequent cleaning with organic cleaning disrupting chemicals in and around schools and city properties. products is a safe, preventive measure. 3. Make as much of your diet organic as possible. This will 9. Whenever possible, avoid buying canned foods or foods eliminate the toxic, hormone-disrupting chemicals that are wrapped in plastic. Make sure you remove foods from packaging sprayed on fruits and vegetables. Also, buy organic meat, poultry, as soon as possible. Use glassware for oven cooking. (Note that dairy foods and butter that are free of steroid hormones and using microwave ovens is not advised; however, if you must use antibiotics. Organic foods have been found to contain higher one, make sure you use only glass cookware.) amounts of vitamins and minerals.” Be aware that the following 10. Carefully read the labels of foods, personal care products, commercially grown fruits and vegetables have been found by the household cleaners, cosmetics, lawn and garden supplies and pet Environmental Working Group to contain the highest levels of supplies. Become familiar with the dangerous chemicals found in pesticide contamination: spinach, strawberries, apricots, can- such products and be willing to buy other, safe brands. taloupe, green beans, peaches, bell peppers, celery, cucumbers, 11. Install a water filter. Pesticides, other chemicals, rotting cherries and grapes. leaves and other debris combine in drinking water. Heavy metals Glutamine-rich foods help the liver remove environmental from household pipes and plumbing can be an added concern. waste and give protection against pollution: broccoli, cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables, asparagus, spinach, watermelon, Continued on page 74 Unfortunately, orthodox medicine address the problem by prescribing powerful, toxic drugs that turn off the APRIL —- MAY 2004 NEXUS * 25 has no answers nor solutions and can only endocrine system. Continued on page 74 www.nexusmagazine.com