http://www.care2.com/greenliving/lime-chile-grilled-corn-on-the-cob.html
There are two different ways to grill corn on the cob, you can try either method used in this recipe from 25 Techniques for Grilling (Harvard Common Press, 2009) by Ardie A. Davis. Shucked corn will have grill marks on the corn kernels and more flavor of the grill; corn grilled in the husk will be more tender and moist. Choose the sweetest variety of corn you can find.
1/2 cup unsalted butter1/2 teaspoon sea salt1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 teaspoon mild or hot chili powderLime juice to taste6 ears fresh cornFresh lime wedges for garnish
1. To make the lime-chile butter, combine the melted butter, salt, pepper, chili powder, and lime juice in a baking pan large enough to hold all the ears of corn.
2. For shucked corn, remove all leaves and silk and rinse the corn under cold running water. Don’t worry if a few silks remain; they will burn off when grilled. For corn grilled in the husk, no preparation is needed.(corn silk is a source of anti-oxidant;boil it in water to drink)
3. Place the pan with the lime-chile butter on the cooler side of the grill. Place the corn directly over the heat. Turn constantly with long-handled grill tongs; shucks on the unshucked corn will burn and blacken in places. Shucked corn will take about 15 minutes, maybe a bit longer. Test for readiness by checking to see if the kernels are tender. If ready, remove the corn from the grill, shuck if necessary, then place it in the warm line-chile butter. Turn the corn in the butter to make sure the whole ear is seasoned. Serve with lime wedges.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
safflower=carthamus tinctorius,false saffron-slimmg
Carthamus tinctorius L. AsteraceaeSafflower, False saffron
Source: James A. Duke. 1983. Handbook of Energy Crops. unpublished.
Uses
Folk Medicine
Chemistry
Description
Germplasm
Distribution
Ecology
Cultivation
Harvesting
Yields and Economics
Energy
Biotic Factors
Chemical Analysis of Biomass Fuels
References
UsesSafflower is cultivated for the edible oil obtained from the seed. It contains a higher percentage of essential unsaturated fatty acids and a lower percentage of saturated fatty acids than other edible vegetable seed oils. The oil, light colored and easily clarified, is used in salad and cooking oils, margarines, liqueurs, candles, and as a drying oil in paints, linoleum, varnishes, and wax cloths. Tender shoots eaten as a salad and potherb. Seeds, both edible and nutritious, are eaten roasted or fried and used in chutney. Safflower oil lowers blood cholesterol levels and is used to treat heart diseases. The flowers have been the source of yellow and red dyes, largely replaced by synthetics, but still used in rouge.
Folk Medicine Seeds used for tumors, especially inflammatory tumors of the liver (Hartwell, 1967-1971). Flowers considered diaphoretic, emmenagogue, laxative, sedative, stimulant, in large doses laxative; used as a substitute or adulterant for saffron in treating measles, scarlatina, and other exanthematous diseases. Charred safflower oil used for rheumatism and sores; seeds, diuretic and tonic (C.S.I.R., 1948-1976). In China, prescribed as uterine astringent in dysmenorrhea (Keys, 1976). In Iran, the oil is used as a salve for sprains and rheumatism.
ChemistryMeal or seedcake is used as feed for livestock, that from unhulled seeds containing 18-24% protein, from hulled seed, 28-50% protein. Seeds contain 32-40% oil, 11-17% protein and 4-7% moisture. Per 100 g, the seeds are reported to contain 482 calories, 4.8 g H2O, 12.6 g protein, 27.8 g fat, 50.5 g total carbohydrate, 25.1 g fiber, 4.3 g ash, 126 mg Ca, 310 mg P, 9.7 mg Fe, 0 ug beta-carotene equivalent, 0.59 mg thiamine, 0.14 Mg riboflavin, 0.5 mg niacin,, and 0 mg ascorbic acid. The oil contains 1.5% myristic (with lauric and lower acids), 3% palmitic, 1% stearic, 0.5% arachidic (with trace of lignoceric), 33% oleic, and 61% linoleic acids. Decorticated seed for animal feed contain 8.7% moisture, 10.0% fat, 45.4% protein, 20.1% carbohydrates, 8.3 fiber, and 7.5% ash (C.S.I.R., 1948-1976). Safflower florets contain carthamin (C21H22O11 H2O) which is red and insoluble in water, and safflower yellow (C16H20O11) which is soluble in water.
DescriptionAnnual thistle-like herb, coarse, branching above with a strong central stem to 1.5 m tall; leaves spiny, oblong or ovate-lanceolate, waxy, the upper ones clasping, minutely spinose-toothed; flowers in 1-5 heads per plant, 2.5-3.7 cm across, each head developing 15-50 seeds; corollas yellow, orange, white or red, surrounded by a cluster of leafy spiny bracts, which pass over gradually into the bracts of the involucre; achenes (fruits or seeds) white, 6-7 mm long, shining, the hull accounting for 1/3-1/2 total weight of seed. Fl. summer. Sturdy taproot penetrating to 2.5 m.
GermplasmMany cvs have been developed differing in flower color, degree of spininess, head size, oil content, resistance to disease and ease of harvest. Most common varieties have yellow or orange flowers, but red and white flowered varieties are known. Among the best cvs are: 'Gila' - a high yielding, high test-weight variety, adapted to Arizona growing conditions; 'Frio' - a highly cold tolerant variety with oil and protein content higher than 'Gila', 'Ute' - yield and oil percentage about equal to 'Gila', but highly susceptible to disease and lodging; 'US 10' - similar content, resistant to Phytophthora root rot. Many other cvs have seed with lower hull percentage and higher oil and protein content. Commercial cvs grown in the United States are spiny; present spineless cvs contain too little oil. 'Dart' has tolerance for Phytophthora, Puccinia and Verticillium. It is cold tolerant during early growth. In a 5-year period of testing at Mesa, 'Dart' averaged 4,004 kg/ha. In India, the new non-spiny safflower cv, 'CO-1' averaged yields of 1,020 kgha with irrigation, 720 kg rainfed compared to 790 and 630 kg respectively with the standard cv 'K-1' seed oil contents were 32.1% in 'CO-1', 30.3 in 'K-l'. 'CO-1' tolerates Alternaria carthami infection and is moderately resistant to wilt, while 'K-1' is susceptible to them (Subramanian et al, 1979). Reported from the Central Asian and Near Eastern Center of Diversity, safflower or cvs thereof is reported to tolerate bacteria, disease, drought, frost, fungus, high pH, phage, salt, sand, rust, virus, wind, and wild. Wu and Jain (1977) discuss germplasm diversity in the World Collections of Safflower. (2n = 24, 32).
DistributionBelieved to have originated in southern Asia and is known to have been cultivated in China, India, Persia and Egypt almost from prehistoric times. During Middle Ages it was cultivated in Italy, France, and Spain, and soon after discovery of America, the Spanish took it to Mexico and then to Venezuela and Colombia. It was introduced into United States in 1925 from the Mediterranean region and is now grown in all parts west of 100th meridian.
EcologySafflower grows in the temperate zone in areas where wheat and barley do well, and grows slowly during periods of cool short days in early part of season. Seedlings can withstand temperatures lower than many species; however, varieties differ greatly in their tolerance to frost; in general, frost damages budding and flowering thus reducing yields and quality. Safflower is a long-day plant, requiring a photoperiod of about 14 hours. It is shade and weed intolerant, will not grow as a weed because other wild plants overshadow it before it becomes established. It is about as salt tolerant as cotton, but less so than barley. It thrives in heavy clays with good waterholding capacity, but will grow satisfactorily in deep sandy or clay loams with good drainage, and needs soil moisture from planting through flowering, Soils approaching neutral pH are best. Safflower may be grown under irrigation or as a dryland crop. Often grown following a wetland crop, such as rice, on high watertable land without additional irrigation. For irrigation 3-3 1/2 acre-feet of water is needed; under dryland conditions 25 acre-inches are required. Ranging from Cool Temperate Steppe to Moist through Tropical Desert to Tropical Dry Forest Life Zones, safflower is reported to tolerate annual precipitation of 2.0 to 13.7 dm (mean of 38 cases = 6.9),annual temperature of 6.3 to 27.5deg.C (mean of 38 cases 17.5), and pH of 5.4 to 8.2 (-9.0) (mean of 33 cases = 7.1) (Duke, 1978, 1979).
CultivationPropagation is by seed, which are usually pretreated with insecticides and fungicides. Same machinery used for small grains may be used for planting, cultivation and harvesting. Seed should be planted in a soil prepared and completely free of seeds, when the soil temperature is about 4.4°C and the upper 10 cm of soil is moist. Seed germinates quickly at 15.5°C. Plant in early winter in areas equivalent to southwestern United States or as a spring crop in northern Great Plains of the United States. Plant seed by solid drilling, 2.5-5 cm deep, at rate of 9-23 kg/ha on dryland or 23-27 kg/ha when irrigation is used; seed may also be broadcast, but not preferred. Crop should be cultivated for weed control until just before flowering. Fertilization needs are determined by natural soil fertility and available moisture. Nitrogen requirements are none on the Great Plains, and 135 kg/ha at planting time in areas under intensive irrigation. Safflower takes the place of barley or other feed grains in rotation, and on dry lands the highest yields follow summer fallow. It should not follow itself in rotation due to disease hazards. It may be cultivated as a subsidiary to other crops as potato, mustard, opium poppy, barley, wheat, linseed and gram. Opium and safflower are said to be particularly suited to each other, although opium lands are often manured with cow-dung and ashes.
HarvestingSafflower matures in from 110-150 days from planting to harvest as a spring crop, as most of it is grown, and from 200 or more days as fall crop. It should be harvested when the plant is thoroughly dried. Since the seeds do not shatter easily, it may be harvested by direct combining. The crop is allowed to dry in the fields before threshing.
Yields and Economics Seed weighs from 81 to 105 kg/bu, the weight depending on the variety and the growing conditions. In California average yields are 1,900 kg/ha, but yields above 4,500 kg/ha are not uncommon; in the Great Plains yields run about 850 kg/ha. In Arizona 'Dart' yields 4,004 kg/ha or 1,622 kg oil/ha, 25% more than the open-headed Gila which is susceptible to birds. The cost of growing safflower runs just a little more per ha than barley. This crop is usually grown and sold under contract, either by a fixed price per ton or at market price at harvest. The major producer of safflower is India where 590,000 ha were grown in 1970-71, producing about 300,000 MT. India produced about 48,000 MT oil in 1969-1970 and domestically consumed that plus 4,000 MT imported. In India, when seed oil is the object, yields are about 90-130 kg florets, and 440 to 660 kg seed/ha. Intercropped yields are only 110 to 279 kg/ha seed (C.S.I.R., 1948-1976). Under rainfed conditions, hybrid sorghum yielded 4.21 MT/ha in the kharif monsoon and the following safflower yielded 470 kg seed. Grown after fallow however, the safflower yielded 1,220 kg/ha (Veeranna, Jagannath, and Gidnavar, 1980). Raghu and Sharma (1978) report India yields of 1,350 kg rainfed, 1,940 kg irrigated. In 1965 about 12,400 ha of safflower was planted in the United States. Prices for safflower seed are about twice that for barley. In 1971 Australia stepped up its production of seed to 8,000 MT.
EnergyThe world low production yield was 244 kg/ha in Israel,
Source: James A. Duke. 1983. Handbook of Energy Crops. unpublished.
Uses
Folk Medicine
Chemistry
Description
Germplasm
Distribution
Ecology
Cultivation
Harvesting
Yields and Economics
Energy
Biotic Factors
Chemical Analysis of Biomass Fuels
References
UsesSafflower is cultivated for the edible oil obtained from the seed. It contains a higher percentage of essential unsaturated fatty acids and a lower percentage of saturated fatty acids than other edible vegetable seed oils. The oil, light colored and easily clarified, is used in salad and cooking oils, margarines, liqueurs, candles, and as a drying oil in paints, linoleum, varnishes, and wax cloths. Tender shoots eaten as a salad and potherb. Seeds, both edible and nutritious, are eaten roasted or fried and used in chutney. Safflower oil lowers blood cholesterol levels and is used to treat heart diseases. The flowers have been the source of yellow and red dyes, largely replaced by synthetics, but still used in rouge.
Folk Medicine Seeds used for tumors, especially inflammatory tumors of the liver (Hartwell, 1967-1971). Flowers considered diaphoretic, emmenagogue, laxative, sedative, stimulant, in large doses laxative; used as a substitute or adulterant for saffron in treating measles, scarlatina, and other exanthematous diseases. Charred safflower oil used for rheumatism and sores; seeds, diuretic and tonic (C.S.I.R., 1948-1976). In China, prescribed as uterine astringent in dysmenorrhea (Keys, 1976). In Iran, the oil is used as a salve for sprains and rheumatism.
ChemistryMeal or seedcake is used as feed for livestock, that from unhulled seeds containing 18-24% protein, from hulled seed, 28-50% protein. Seeds contain 32-40% oil, 11-17% protein and 4-7% moisture. Per 100 g, the seeds are reported to contain 482 calories, 4.8 g H2O, 12.6 g protein, 27.8 g fat, 50.5 g total carbohydrate, 25.1 g fiber, 4.3 g ash, 126 mg Ca, 310 mg P, 9.7 mg Fe, 0 ug beta-carotene equivalent, 0.59 mg thiamine, 0.14 Mg riboflavin, 0.5 mg niacin,, and 0 mg ascorbic acid. The oil contains 1.5% myristic (with lauric and lower acids), 3% palmitic, 1% stearic, 0.5% arachidic (with trace of lignoceric), 33% oleic, and 61% linoleic acids. Decorticated seed for animal feed contain 8.7% moisture, 10.0% fat, 45.4% protein, 20.1% carbohydrates, 8.3 fiber, and 7.5% ash (C.S.I.R., 1948-1976). Safflower florets contain carthamin (C21H22O11 H2O) which is red and insoluble in water, and safflower yellow (C16H20O11) which is soluble in water.
DescriptionAnnual thistle-like herb, coarse, branching above with a strong central stem to 1.5 m tall; leaves spiny, oblong or ovate-lanceolate, waxy, the upper ones clasping, minutely spinose-toothed; flowers in 1-5 heads per plant, 2.5-3.7 cm across, each head developing 15-50 seeds; corollas yellow, orange, white or red, surrounded by a cluster of leafy spiny bracts, which pass over gradually into the bracts of the involucre; achenes (fruits or seeds) white, 6-7 mm long, shining, the hull accounting for 1/3-1/2 total weight of seed. Fl. summer. Sturdy taproot penetrating to 2.5 m.
GermplasmMany cvs have been developed differing in flower color, degree of spininess, head size, oil content, resistance to disease and ease of harvest. Most common varieties have yellow or orange flowers, but red and white flowered varieties are known. Among the best cvs are: 'Gila' - a high yielding, high test-weight variety, adapted to Arizona growing conditions; 'Frio' - a highly cold tolerant variety with oil and protein content higher than 'Gila', 'Ute' - yield and oil percentage about equal to 'Gila', but highly susceptible to disease and lodging; 'US 10' - similar content, resistant to Phytophthora root rot. Many other cvs have seed with lower hull percentage and higher oil and protein content. Commercial cvs grown in the United States are spiny; present spineless cvs contain too little oil. 'Dart' has tolerance for Phytophthora, Puccinia and Verticillium. It is cold tolerant during early growth. In a 5-year period of testing at Mesa, 'Dart' averaged 4,004 kg/ha. In India, the new non-spiny safflower cv, 'CO-1' averaged yields of 1,020 kgha with irrigation, 720 kg rainfed compared to 790 and 630 kg respectively with the standard cv 'K-1' seed oil contents were 32.1% in 'CO-1', 30.3 in 'K-l'. 'CO-1' tolerates Alternaria carthami infection and is moderately resistant to wilt, while 'K-1' is susceptible to them (Subramanian et al, 1979). Reported from the Central Asian and Near Eastern Center of Diversity, safflower or cvs thereof is reported to tolerate bacteria, disease, drought, frost, fungus, high pH, phage, salt, sand, rust, virus, wind, and wild. Wu and Jain (1977) discuss germplasm diversity in the World Collections of Safflower. (2n = 24, 32).
DistributionBelieved to have originated in southern Asia and is known to have been cultivated in China, India, Persia and Egypt almost from prehistoric times. During Middle Ages it was cultivated in Italy, France, and Spain, and soon after discovery of America, the Spanish took it to Mexico and then to Venezuela and Colombia. It was introduced into United States in 1925 from the Mediterranean region and is now grown in all parts west of 100th meridian.
EcologySafflower grows in the temperate zone in areas where wheat and barley do well, and grows slowly during periods of cool short days in early part of season. Seedlings can withstand temperatures lower than many species; however, varieties differ greatly in their tolerance to frost; in general, frost damages budding and flowering thus reducing yields and quality. Safflower is a long-day plant, requiring a photoperiod of about 14 hours. It is shade and weed intolerant, will not grow as a weed because other wild plants overshadow it before it becomes established. It is about as salt tolerant as cotton, but less so than barley. It thrives in heavy clays with good waterholding capacity, but will grow satisfactorily in deep sandy or clay loams with good drainage, and needs soil moisture from planting through flowering, Soils approaching neutral pH are best. Safflower may be grown under irrigation or as a dryland crop. Often grown following a wetland crop, such as rice, on high watertable land without additional irrigation. For irrigation 3-3 1/2 acre-feet of water is needed; under dryland conditions 25 acre-inches are required. Ranging from Cool Temperate Steppe to Moist through Tropical Desert to Tropical Dry Forest Life Zones, safflower is reported to tolerate annual precipitation of 2.0 to 13.7 dm (mean of 38 cases = 6.9),annual temperature of 6.3 to 27.5deg.C (mean of 38 cases 17.5), and pH of 5.4 to 8.2 (-9.0) (mean of 33 cases = 7.1) (Duke, 1978, 1979).
CultivationPropagation is by seed, which are usually pretreated with insecticides and fungicides. Same machinery used for small grains may be used for planting, cultivation and harvesting. Seed should be planted in a soil prepared and completely free of seeds, when the soil temperature is about 4.4°C and the upper 10 cm of soil is moist. Seed germinates quickly at 15.5°C. Plant in early winter in areas equivalent to southwestern United States or as a spring crop in northern Great Plains of the United States. Plant seed by solid drilling, 2.5-5 cm deep, at rate of 9-23 kg/ha on dryland or 23-27 kg/ha when irrigation is used; seed may also be broadcast, but not preferred. Crop should be cultivated for weed control until just before flowering. Fertilization needs are determined by natural soil fertility and available moisture. Nitrogen requirements are none on the Great Plains, and 135 kg/ha at planting time in areas under intensive irrigation. Safflower takes the place of barley or other feed grains in rotation, and on dry lands the highest yields follow summer fallow. It should not follow itself in rotation due to disease hazards. It may be cultivated as a subsidiary to other crops as potato, mustard, opium poppy, barley, wheat, linseed and gram. Opium and safflower are said to be particularly suited to each other, although opium lands are often manured with cow-dung and ashes.
HarvestingSafflower matures in from 110-150 days from planting to harvest as a spring crop, as most of it is grown, and from 200 or more days as fall crop. It should be harvested when the plant is thoroughly dried. Since the seeds do not shatter easily, it may be harvested by direct combining. The crop is allowed to dry in the fields before threshing.
Yields and Economics Seed weighs from 81 to 105 kg/bu, the weight depending on the variety and the growing conditions. In California average yields are 1,900 kg/ha, but yields above 4,500 kg/ha are not uncommon; in the Great Plains yields run about 850 kg/ha. In Arizona 'Dart' yields 4,004 kg/ha or 1,622 kg oil/ha, 25% more than the open-headed Gila which is susceptible to birds. The cost of growing safflower runs just a little more per ha than barley. This crop is usually grown and sold under contract, either by a fixed price per ton or at market price at harvest. The major producer of safflower is India where 590,000 ha were grown in 1970-71, producing about 300,000 MT. India produced about 48,000 MT oil in 1969-1970 and domestically consumed that plus 4,000 MT imported. In India, when seed oil is the object, yields are about 90-130 kg florets, and 440 to 660 kg seed/ha. Intercropped yields are only 110 to 279 kg/ha seed (C.S.I.R., 1948-1976). Under rainfed conditions, hybrid sorghum yielded 4.21 MT/ha in the kharif monsoon and the following safflower yielded 470 kg seed. Grown after fallow however, the safflower yielded 1,220 kg/ha (Veeranna, Jagannath, and Gidnavar, 1980). Raghu and Sharma (1978) report India yields of 1,350 kg rainfed, 1,940 kg irrigated. In 1965 about 12,400 ha of safflower was planted in the United States. Prices for safflower seed are about twice that for barley. In 1971 Australia stepped up its production of seed to 8,000 MT.
EnergyThe world low production yield was 244 kg/ha in Israel,
hessville-retire rich
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"One attitude that has never changed is my immense love for America. I cannot imagine anyplace else in the world that would put up with me, except here. Comparatively, it is the most free country on the face of the earth. I don't think there's any doubt about it." In short, Karl Hess lived his retirement by two important social principles: The "opposition to central political authority" and the "concern for people as individuals."
These guiding principles are in part what inspired my own idealist utopia, which we call "Hessville"—so that Americans can get the retirement we were promised and deserve. And the best part is: You can be a "resident" of "Hessville" no matter where you live... big city... small town... East Coast... West Coast... middle America... it doesn't matter. That's because "Hessville," is not a specific place, but rather a world of opportunities I have discovered over the past year. I'm talking about opportunities for extra income of several thousand dollars a month, without working or investing... 80%-OFF dinners and free vacations... free prescription drugs... and so much more. And like I said: The best part is, you can take advantage of these things starting right away, without leaving your current home. The way I look at it is simple... There can be no denying the fact that: Retirement in America has changed in a big way. The bad news is, if you're counting on giant institutions (like the government, financial firms, and insurance companies) to take care of you... good luck. I think you're in for a rude awakening. The good news, however, is that if you're willing to take off the blinders of institutional thinking, you can (legally) "steal" back your retirement, no matter what your current situation.
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A paper in your desk worth $250,000 for retirementWhat if I told you that, thanks to the U.S. insurance industry, there's a good chance there's a piece of paper in your desk drawer that is potentially worth $250,000 or more... We're talking about money you can get almost immediately, and use however you wish for the rest of your life. You'd probably say I'm crazy, right? Well, last week, I met with several experts about an incredible way for American retirees to instantly get hundreds of thousands of dollars, immediately. What we're talking about doing here is selling part or all of your life insurance policy, via something known as a "life settlement." In short, the way it works is, if you've got an expensive life insurance policy you no longer need or can no longer afford (some folks I know pay more than $30,000 a year to maintain their policy), you can sell part or all of your policy through a specific type of insurance broker... and get hundreds of thousands of dollars as a result. If you've lost a bunch of money in the stock market... or if you are worried about how you are going to pay for long-term care or other expenses, this is, as Certified Public Accountant and Financial Planner Susan Bruno says, "a smart option every senior should consider." For example, I know a man named Alfred Zoeller, whose insurance premiums were about to increase to a whopping $30,000 a year. So Mr. Zeoller simply sold his policy... and pocketed an incredible $640,000 he and his wife could use instantly, for whatever they want. I know of another fellow named Zachary Childs, who was told by his insurance company that the "surrender value" (what your insurance company will pay you if you give up your policy) was just $72,000.
So Mr. Childs decided to instead sell his policy on the open market... and got nearly 8-times as much... a whopping $535,000. The crazy thing is, as The Wall Street Journal recently reported, "few people know they have the option to sell their policies." As Stephen Ellis, who recently needed cash and received a $205,000 lump sum payout told the paper: "Wow what an incredible way to put a value on this." I don't know about you, but I've been paying insurance companies for the past 35 years... with basically nothing to show for it.
I'm tired of it. It's about time they started paying me for a change... and this is probably the perfect way to collect. I've been doing a ton of research on this opportunity over the past few months. And I can tell you exactly the right way to do it. How to get the most money. Whom to call, and what to say. The great thing is, this is just ONE of the ways to get "free money" for retirement, without working or investing. There's another opportunity for "free money" thanks to the residential real estate industry... even in this terrible market...
Pocket $106,000 to stay inyour current home (not a loan)If you own a home, even in this terrible housing market...
There's a little-known way for you to collect an immediate cash payment of up to $100,000 or more... without selling, renting, or getting a "reverse" mortgage.
What I'm talking about is a virtually unknown loophole in the real estate markets called an "Equity Release" option. This is not a loan. There are no monthly payments or interest charges. The money is yours immediately, to do with whatever you please. Essentially what this program does is allow you to lock in the current value of your home... and sell a percentage of any FUTURE gains. What's great is, you can get paid on these future gains, TODAY. To me, this is the perfect way to cash in some of the value of your home. You get lots of cash now... with no strings attached... no loans or interest payments... and literally NO RISK. I know of many smart folks who have taken advantage of this opportunity already...
Robert Hagstrom did an "equity release" option with his Texas home, and said: "We sold our boat and bought another one. We paid off a few bills. We're sitting pretty at this point. We're in very good financial shape."
Martin Wells, who lives outside of Seattle, WA, cashed in on this loophole and said: "My first reaction was, this is too good to be true. "It's tremendously freeing, and enabled me to relax and do the things I want to do with the rest of my life, and not be concerned with ‘can I afford it' and not have to pinch my pennies. My savings have been bolstered to the point that it would be almost inconceivable that I'd run out of money." Look... I can pretty much guarantee you that your mortgage company is certainly not going to tell you about this opportunity. And neither is your real estate agent. They'd prefer you sell your home, or refinance—because that's how THEY get paid. Well... I don't know about you, but I'm going to do what's best for me, not what's best for my real estate agent or mortgage broker. They've been having their way for the past two decades... and now it's time for a change. I haven't mentioned it yet, but there are several opportunities for "free money" thanks to the government, too. One thing I know for sure is that I've been paying my fair share of taxes for more than three decades. It's about time I got something back in return. And here are two of the best ways I've found to do it...
Government Giveaway #1: $2,500 Per Month thanks to Alternative Energy BoondoggleIt's no secret that the U.S. government is set to spend nearly $100 BILLION to help push the country towards alternative energies and other "green" technologies. But what most people don't realize is that there is a way for you to cash in on this boondoggle personally, from the privacy of your own home. You see, a former doctor colleague of mine, who lives in Maine, has found a government "loophole" that allows you to get paid a whopping $2,500 per month—straight from the U.S. government. What happens is, you hook up a piece of alternative energy equipment on your property (paid for mostly by the government). And then get paid an extra $2,500 per month, tax-free! If there's an easier way to make an extra $30,000 a year, I don't know about it. This is basically free money, which is out there for the taking. It doesn't matter how old you are or what your income level. Here's another incredible opportunity few people know about...
Government Giveaway #2: Get an extra $1,033 per month from Social SecurityWhen I tell you about this situation, you're probably not going to believe me. But after sending one of my researchers all over the country over the past few weeks, I can assure you it is 100% true and legal. In short, the situation is this:
There's a "loophole" in the U.S. Social Security System that enables you to stop your current monthly checks... and restart your monthly payments at a rate of as much as $1,033 per month... OVER AND ABOVE what you are already collecting. Almost no one in America knows about this opportunity. (The Social Security Administration told us only 230 Americans took advantage of this benefit last year.) We found one retiree, for example, named Jim Roth, who's used this loophole to boost his Social Security checks by $1,033 per month. We interviewed Jim in his hometown, and he told us: "It's free money from the government." Next, we paid a visit to a PhD professor who has testified before Congress 16 times, mainly on issues relating to social security. He told us: "This is like finding money on the street... over 10 million people could benefit." Finally, we interviewed an executive at Social Security Administration (SSA) headquarters, outside of Washington, DC. We were told by an SSA spokesperson: "It's part of Social Security regulations. We can't deny anyone." In other words, you could have "free money" available from the Social Security Administration. Yes, there is a catch to collecting this money. And a few requirements you must meet. It may or may not be right for you, but I can show you exactly which forms to fill out, and how to get it if you qualify.
The point is, these are just 4 of the ways for you to get "free" extra money, immediately, without working or investing.
With each there are absolutely no risks. You have everything to gain... and literally nothing to lose. Of course, I can't say for sure if one or all of these "free money" opportunities make sense for you. But I think they are definitely worth considering, especially when you realize that just one of them could put thousands of extra dollars in your pocket each month. I don't know about you, but to me, taking advantage of these situations sure beats the heck out of finding a part-time job, or having to clip coupons every month. And getting "free money" is just the beginning... I haven't even told you my favorite part about being a "resident" of "Hessville"... You can also take advantage of a whole world of retirement freebies, which 99% of the U.S. population will simply never know about...
Free golf, free drugs, free vacations, free dinners, free airline tickets, and much more... Are you still paying for vacations? How about airline tickets? Or golf green fees... telephone service... a car... hotel rooms?Well if so, I want to introduce you to the Hessville world of retirement freebies that will boggle your mind.In short, I'd like to show you how to get tens of thousands of dollars worth of freebies (and drastic discounts of 50% or more) for retirement, with no strings attached, thanks to a series of angles and loopholes that are widely available — but rarely publicized. Let me show you what I mean
** FREE PHONE CALLS — EVEN LONG DISTANCE: Few Americans know there's a telecommunications company headquartered in San Jose, California, that will give you 100% free phone calls.Free local calls. Free daytime calls. Free nighttime calls. Free long distance calls in the United States... and even overseas. The company can do this because of a proprietary software program that allows them to use the existing telecommunications infrastructure to route calls all over the globe... totally free of charge.I know this sounds impossible... but it's 100% true and totally legal. And I'm not the only one who's onto this. The company has actually been written up in several major media publications...
USA Today reported that: Anyone willing to try the "software (12 million already have) gets legal, unlimited talk time."
BusinessWeek says the company's "radical technology and marketing threaten the very foundations of telecom."My colleagues and I have been using this service for months. There are no age requirements. No income requirements. This free phone option is available to anyone in America.
I estimate you can save as much as $100 a month or more. That's well over $1,000 per year.
There's also...
** 60% OFF — AND EVEN FREE — TICKETS TO HAWAIIHawaii is easily one of the best vacation destinations on Earth. Only problem is, it's a long and tiresome flight for most. But check this out... Few Americans know about a loophole in the airline system that lets you fly first-class to Hawaii for more than 60%-OFF the published fare. The secret is, instead of calling the airline or booking directly on the internet, to instead call the airline's "Vacation" department. For example, I recently saw a roundtrip price of $1,913 on Northwest Airlines... but the price was just $716 if booked through Northwest WorldVacations. You can get similar Hawaii discounts by using the Vacation departments of United or American Airlines too. In fact, I even found one incredible loophole in this system, which can get you a first-class flight to Hawaii, totally FREE!
** FREE GOLFI love the game of golf, but it's a ridiculously expensive hobby. But a good friend of mine has found a way to get 100% free golf, at some of the best courses in the world.
"I would have never believed this was possible if I hadn't done it myself!"
— Martin Paulson, Baltimore, MD, played 44 consecutive free rounds of golfIn fact, my friend used this secret recently to play 44 rounds of FREE golf in a row (including several courses that are ranked among Golf Digest's Top 100 in the World).This has nothing to do with a "discount" program... sneaking onto the course... or anything underhanded like that.Instead, we have found that there's a simple thing every golf course loves, and if you know the magic words, it's like having the keys to a secret kingdom. All you have to do is make a simple phone call, or send an e-mail or letter (we can show you the exact template we've used). Even if you use this secret only a few times a year, it can save you hundreds of dollars.And there's so much more...
** FREE AIRLINE TICKETS: Want airline tickets across the country or across the globe? Well, you can pay full price ($800 or more)... or... if your travel time is a little flexible, you can pay next to nothing, thanks to a New York firm I know about, which has an unusual relationship with just about every major airline. I've gotten more than 25 free European airline tickets in my life, and I can tell you, nothing gets your vacation off to a better start than a dirt-cheap flight.
** A FREE CAR? I realize this probably sounds impossible, but there really is a way for you to drive a world-class car, totally free of charge. I'm talking about some of the world's top models... Corvette, Porsche, BMW, or Mercedes. What's incredible about this deal is that not only do you get to drive one of these world-class beauties free of charge... you can actually get paid thousands of dollars for... well... simply driving around town in your amazing vehicle!
** (NEARLY) FREE RV: I don't know about you, but I love trekking across country in a Gulfstream, Newmar, or other top-of-the-line, fully outfitted RV. Well, I found a secret way this year to take one of these vehicles across country for just $22 a day... rather than the normal $160 per day.How does this secret work?Well, the companies that rent these giant RVs constantly need to move them around the country, from one location to another. Rather than hire expensive drivers or moving companies, you can volunteer to make the trip for them. In exchange, you get discounts, and can typically take 9 days or more to make the journey.For example, I recently took a 28-foot, fully-loaded RV on a 5-day trip from Las Vegas to Arizona. I got to use a $95,000 RV for just $22 a day! I'll show you exactly whom to call and what to say to set yourself up for this luxurious practically-free vacation.
** FREE CRUISES:I had no idea this loophole existed until a friend told me about a way to get a 100% free cruise, to anywhere the cruise lines go. You don't have to sneak on... take a 2nd class cabin... or wait till the last minute to decide. You'll actually be treated like royalty if you take advantage of this loophole — free meals, drinks, and more.
CARIBBEAN VACATION FOR $155. Few Americans know that there's an incredibly simple way for you to get a big corporation's marketing department to give you a practically-free vacation. I've used this secret personally to go to Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head, Disney World, and New York City. Next I'm off to Puerto Vallarta... and I'm only paying $155!
** FREE WINE VACATION. I love California wine country, and one of my contacts in California recently told me about a loophole in the West Coast wine system that enables you to have a free stay at one of the wine estates in Sonoma or Napa Valley. You don't pay anything... it's free!I have a friend who owns one of these Sonoma properties. I'll give you his number and tell you how this loophole works — you can call to arrange a free wine country vacation.
** HALF-OFF COLLEGE. I'm sure I don't have to tell you how ridiculously expensive good colleges are (The New York Times reported tuition costs rose a whopping 439% between 1982 and 2007). But I've recently learned about what might be the biggest secret in higher education...How to get a degree at America's top schools, for about HALF-OFF the regular tuition price. You see, in just about every school's admissions policies, there's a secret written into the fine print, which allows you to pay roughly half the tuition as other students... for the exact same degree. This has nothing to do with financial aid, loans, or scholarships.I can pretty much guarantee no college is ever going to tell you this secret, but if you or anyone in your family is going to college, this one secret alone will save you tens of thousands of dollars.
** HALF-OFF (AND EVEN FREE) CABLE TV. One of my friends told me recently about a little-known way to literally slash your cable TV bill in half. The cable companies never advertise this secret, but you can take advantage of it with a single, 10-minute phone call... and cut your cable bill to as little as $9 a month. Potential savings: At least $160 per year.
** PLUS
Free movie tickets (I used this trick just a few weeks ago)...
How to stay in a "bed and breakfast" (B&B) anywhere in the world for $15 per night (this incredible chain of B&Bs has 4,000 locations around the globe)...
How to get 50% off your bill when you stay at ANY Hyatt Hotel...
50% off train tickets on Amtrak (just be sure to mention this 5-digit code) and much, much more. I've received lots of freebies in my day... everything from NBA tickets, movie tickets, and opera tickets... to gourmet restaurant dinners, hotel rooms, airline tickets, entire Caribbean vacations, and more.Should you feel guilty about getting all of these freebies?
Well, here's how I look at it: YOU are the one who's been paying taxes all of these years. YOU are the one who's been helping these big corporations rack up record profits. I think it's time they gave something back to you in exchange.
Let me show you how to begin taking advantage of all these opportunities immediately...
The Retirement MillionaireAs I mentioned, my name is Dr. David Eifrig. If you're wondering how I know about all of these retirement loopholes, it's because I've had a different career track than most... You see, I've actually "retired" twice already.I grew up in a middle-class home in middle America... Minnesota to be exact.
"I've received free dinners, plane tickets, vacations, NBA tickets, opera tickets, hotel rooms, and more"
— Dr. David Eifrig, MD, The Retirement Millionaire I thought I wanted a career in the financial world, and worked my way onto Wall Street. There I worked for Goldman Sachs, Chase Manhattan, and several other big financial firms.But after a decade of learning how Wall Street really works, I became disillusioned by the hypocrisy and greed... so I left to become a doctor (I'm still a Board-eligible eye surgeon).I busted my tail to get through medical school, and spent more than a decade in this field as well. But again, I ran into a stifling system, filled with special-interest groups and wasteful bureaucracy. In short, I've seen the inside of two of the biggest and most important industries in America... Finance and Medicine. They are both broken, and need to be fixed if Americans are going to have a fighting chance in the years to come.My experiences over the past three decades have enabled me to become a "retirement expert" on how to take advantage of little-known loopholes... and on getting everything you need for retirement... money, housing, vacations, and more. And, I am now in the process of doing something I've never done before... and, as far as I know, something no one else has done either.I'm on a mission to help Americans liberate themselves from the giant institutions that are destroying retirement for a whole generation of regular folks like you and me. My mission is to expose a world of opportunities most Americans will simply never hear about on their own. One of my nicknames for this world of opportunities is an imaginary retirement utopia called "Hessville."But I can assure you, these loopholes and opportunities are very real and 100% legal.
And I'm gong to share everything I know in a first-of-it's kind letter called The Retirement Millionaire. The first thing I'll send you are my 2 brand-new reports on how to take advantage of everything I've described so far... ** Retirement Report #1:FREE Money Without Working or Investing
Details several incredible opportunities, including how to take advantage of a program that will give you an immediate cash payment of up to $106,000, just for staying in your current home. (Remember this has nothing to do with a reverse mortgage, renting, or anything like that.) I also explain a loophole that enables you to get an extra $1,033 per month from the Social Security Administration... how to immediately take money out of your IRA (penalty-free) no matter what your age... and an incredible government program that pays one of my doctor friends an extra $2,500 a month.There's another great government program I'll tell you about too, which I haven't yet mentioned. If you are over the age of 62 and meet one simple requirement, it could mean tons of extra cash every month.** Retirement Report #2:The Retirement Guide to Freebies
This volume contains little-known but completely legitimate and tested methods to get nearly everything you need for a rich retirement... free of charge. I'm talking about free phone service, free golf, free cars, free cruises and airline tickets, free hotel rooms, free dinners, free college education... and much, much more. Also, I'd like to send you something else that I think will make a big difference in your retirement, as a "resident" of Hessville. Let me explain...
Free drugs... free medical care... and othersecrets of the U.S. healthcare systemThere's no question that the healthcare industry is America's biggest rip-off.As a medical doctor with a dozen years inside this industry, I've seen things that would make your head spin... But the good news is, if you know how to work the system, there are incredible opportunities to get great healthcare at huge discounts, or even free of charge. Let me show you a few examples of what I mean...
** FREE PRESCRIPTION DRUGSIf you are paying full retail costs for prescription drugs these days, you are, to put it mildly, getting fleeced.
"It's "the best-kept secret of the drug business."
— The Wall Street JournalAs a doctor, I can tell you about several legitimate ways to reduce your costs by HALF or more. For example...
1) Did you know you can buy drugs direct from 2 secret sources, which can potentially save you hundreds of dollars a month? For example, the world's most popular drug is Lipitor, for high cholesterol. It typically costs $400 a month! Well, I can show you two sources that can bring down the cost for treating high cholesterol to just $3.33 a month.2) Totally Free Drugs. Probably the biggest secret of all in the healthcare industry is the fact that you can get just about any type of drug, free of charge. You see, most people don't know that every drug company in the world has a special program that allows you to simply fill out a few forms, and possibly get the drugs you need, 100% free of charge. The drug companies never advertise this fact. And it's highly unlikely you'll ever hear about it from your doctor. But as the Wall Street Journal recently said, it's "the best-kept secret of the drug business."
** GOVERNMENT PROGRAM SLASHES HEALTH BILLS 30%Here's something even better. Few Americans know about a little-known government program outlined by the "Revenue Ruling 2003-102," which could save you 25% to 35% on EVERY penny you spend on treating a health problem, no matter how big or small. I'm talking about everything from doctor's visits, drugs (over-the-counter and prescription), and band-aids... to surgeries, aspirin, ice-packs, heating pads, and even stomach antacids. The great thing is, it doesn't matter how much money you make. You have to meet just one qualification, and if you do, you'll be issued a special card to use every time you pay for just about any medical expense. I'll show you exactly how to do it.
** FREE MONEY FOR RETIREMENTIn 2006, the U.S. government passed another health-related program as part of the Tax Relief and Healthcare Act of 2006. It was intended to help Americans pay for their healthcare bills — but what they didn't realize at the time is that they were also creating the retirement loophole of the decade.
These unusual accounts are "like IRAs on steroids"
— John Goodman, National Center Policy AnalysisIn short, there is now a way for you to save money for retirement that you NEVER have to pay taxes on... not when you put the money in... and not when you take it out either. John Goodman, President of the National Center for Policy Analysis, says these unusual accounts are "like IRAs on steroids." These accounts were created by the healthcare industry, and are now one of the best ways to help pay for your retirement expenses. It's simple to sign up, and can potentially give you tens of thousands of extra dollars for retirement.These secrets of the healthcare world are just the beginning. There's so much more I want to tell you too, regarding how you can turn the tables on the U.S. healthcare system. For example...
How to save as much as 50% off the costs of expensive surgery — The Wall Street Journal actually wrote about this secret in their Dec. 6th edition...
How to quickly and easily resolve any insurance dispute (the insurance companies don't want you to know about this operation in Indiana)... and more. In fact, everything I've described here, and much more, is explained in full detail in my new report called: The Retirement Cheat Sheet to the U.S. Healthcare System.This Retirement Report... plus the one on how to Get Free Money Without Working or Investing... and the one on how to get access to a whole world of Retirement Freebies, comes free with a subscription to my new letter called: The Retirement Millionaire.You see, what I do every month in The Retirement Millionaire is spend several weeks traveling the country to investigate retirement loopholes and opportunities first hand. For example, in recent weeks, I've been investigating:
** A LOOPHOLE TO WIPE AWAY DEBT?I'm not sure if this is completely legitimate yet or not, but a colleague tells me there is now a legal and legitimate way for you to completely wipe away certain debt you have with credit card companies and other institutions. He knows of many people who have done this. I'm looking into it closely, and I'll let you know what I find in the next few weeks. If it turns out to be as good as it sounds, this legal loophole could wipe away thousands of dollars of your debt, with a simple phone call.
** $220-AN-HOUR TO EAT POTATO CHIPS?If you are looking for several thousand extra dollars per year, I've just learned about an incredible opportunity. In short, there are a group of companies around the country that will pay you up to $220 an hour or more to test their products, and give your honest opinions. I have a friend who does this once or twice a month, and pockets several thousand dollars a year for his efforts. Just last week, for example, he "tested" some potato chips, and got paid the equivalent of $220 per hour. You don't need any experience. It doesn't matter how old you are or how much you have in the bank. I've asked my friend to explain exactly how you can cash in on this retirement boondoggle.
I also found what might be THE EASIEST WAY FOR ANY RETIREE TO MAKE $100,000 A YEAR WORKING PART-TIME FROM YOUR OWN HOME. Many of my friends are involved in this business, which involves writing simple letters to various businesses and consumer groups.I'll tell you all about it, and show you exactly whom to speak with to get started.The point is, I spend all of my time now seeking out little-known investment, financial, and retirement opportunities for regular Americans like you and me. I've never had more fun in my life... and every day, I continue to be amazed at the opportunities that are available, which for some reason NEVER appear in the mainstream press.In the past few months, for example, I've traveled to Arizona, New York, Florida, California, Seattle, Texas, and Tennessee. In the next few weeks, I'm off to Alabama, Arkansas, Minnesota, and S. Carolina. In each of these places, I've found an interesting opportunity for you to make more money... to save a ton of money... to vacation free of charge... or to simply turn the tables on corporate America, and put more money in your own bank account. The best part is, you don't have to leave home to take advantage of these opportunities... I do all the legwork for you.I travel to visit the companies behind these opportunities. And to meet firsthand with people who have already taken advantage of these little-known situations. Then I explain what I've found each month in my simple black & white letter, called The Retirement Millionaire. It's delivered by mail and e-mail on the fourth Friday of each month.If you're interested, I'll also send you my personal emails, twice a month from the road, to let you know what I'm investigating, and what opportunities I've found. I always travel with my laptop, which makes it easy for me to hook up to the internet and send you an update from the road.As I said, I don't think there's anyone doing anything like this in America right now. And I don't know of anyone who's ever done anything like this in the past, either.
You may have subscribed to various newsletters over the years, but I can pretty much guarantee you've never seen or read anything like what I'll be sending you each month.
If you want to join me in Hessville on this quest to take advantage of a world of freebies and opportunities that are out there for the taking... all you need to do is take a trial Charter Subscription to my new publication, called The Retirement Millionaire.If you decide to take a trial charter subscription, you can take the next four (4) months to decide whether my work is right for you. If not, simply let me know and you'll get a full refund for the money you've paid. No questions asked... no reasons needed.The point is, this is a new publication, which is unlike anything else out there as far as I know... and I'm not asking you to make any commitment whatsoever. The work I do is not for everyone — and you'll have to make a decision on your own if Retirement Millionaire is right for you. The good news is, if you decide to have a look at what I'm doing, you are agreeing only to TRY a subscription to my letter to see if you like it. If not, you'll get a full refund, and we'll part as friends.How much am I charging for my new publication, and how can you get started?Well, before I give you the specifics, let me tell you about one more thing I recommend you take advantage of immediately, to improve your retirement in a big, big way...
Make 200% or more—withouttouching ordinary stocksAfter spending a decade on Wall Street, I can tell you that if you are buying regular stocks and mutual funds right now, you are making a huge mistake.You see, most American retirees don't realize there are great alternatives to the mainstream investments pushed by stockbrokers and financial planners. Such as...
THE 217% GOVERNMENT BONDMost investors don't know you can get in on the recent "bailouts" with publicly traded "bonds," available on the stock market. The last time the government made this opportunity available to investors, the returns were more than 217%. There's no guaranteeing how much these bonds will return this time, but my guess is that you will at least double your money, very safely. Best of all, it's all backed and guaranteed by the U.S. government!One of these investments is a way for you to get paid extra money, on the shares you already own. As a colleague of mine recently wrote: "I tell all my friends and associates... they must, must, must [use this technique] to bring in easy extra income. After many years of nudging, I finally got my parents into the process... they're hooked now and think it's one of the greatest ways to earn passive income." Another unique investment allows you to cash in on private companies, which aren't listed on the stock market. This investment has NO fees, is managed by the man I consider THE best investor of the last 50 years, and has crushed the stock market by 800% over the last 16 years, with just a fraction of the risk. As one investor I know of, who used this investment to turn $100 into $50,000 recently said: "This has been the biggest influence on my life, by far!"I'll send you all of the details of these opportunities in my new Report called: How to double your savings without touching ordinary stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. This Report is included with a one-year subscription to The Retirement Millionaire.A subscription, by the way, costs just $99. This fee entitles you to a one-year Charter Subscription to my work, plus all of the Reports I've mentioned in this letter. But here's the best part... You now have the chance to become one of the first few Retirement Millionaire subscribers, and take advantage of all of the opportunities I've described here.And if you take a trial Charter Subscription now, you'll save HALF-OFF the regular price.
Instead of the $99 rate others will pay, you'll pay just $49.50 for a full year of Retirement Millionaire, which includes everything I've mentioned here.
And again, you are agreeing only to TRY my work to see if it's right for you. If not, you can receive a full refund, no questions asked.I hope to hear from you right away. Subscribe Now to get started.To a wealthy retirement, Dr. David Eifrig, MD
P.S. One more thing I think you should know about: In Hessville, the U.S. government is now making it very easy to pay for retirement through an investment vehicle that allows you to own gold — and collect extraordinary income from your holdings of more than 15% per year. In short: You can protect your savings with gold... you can make a fortune as gold prices keep climbing... and you can get paid a small fortune in "dividends" while you wait — more than 10-times what you would get in any bank account!This might be the single best retirement opportunity in America today... yet I've never seen it discussed anywhere—not a single magazine, newspaper, or television show has covered it as far as I know. I explain exactly how this retirement vehicle works in my new Report called: How the U.S. Treasury Will Guarantee You a Rich Retirement.
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It's the only place we know of where Retirees can get free apartments... 80%-OFF dinners... HALF-OFF utilities... free prescription drugs... free golf... free cars... even money from the government... Dear Reader, After the worst financial collapse in U.S. history, most Americans are worried about how to pay for retirement. But a small group of about 14,000 men and women have found a little-known retirement utopia called "Hessville," where the perks for retirees are simply extraordinary... One retiree we spoke to, for example, is 70-year-old Murray Roth, originally from Martinsburg, WV. Roth took advantage of a special program for residents of "Hessville" to receive an extra $1,033 per month for retirement. As he told us: "It's free money..." A local named Martin Paulson told us about how in "Hessville," he played 44 rounds of golf in a row... FREE of charge... including several rounds on courses that are ranked among the Top 100 in the world. Paulson told us: "I would have never believed this was possible if I hadn't done it myself." Another local we talked to, named Carl Calman (originally from Baton Rogue, Louisina), was shocked to discover the huge discounts at great restaurants. He told us: "We ate the most delicious dinner at a very high-class establishment, a bit off the beaten path... and saved 92%!" The point is, if you are retired, or wish to retire someday soon, "Hessville" is a place worth investigating. You can slash your living costs by at least 50%...You can get free vacations and nearly free dinners... You can get free golf and huge discounts on movies, theater, and cable TV... You can also get thousands of extra dollars per month to spend in retirement... without having to work, or make a single investment. And I haven't even told you the best part...
Even if you have no desire to pick up and move, you can still take advantage of all of the benefits "Hessville" has to offer, without ever leaving home.How is this possible? Let me show you...
America's #1 retirement EdenMy name is Dr. David Eifrig, and I've retired twice in my working career. First, from the investment sector, where I was a derivatives trader on Wall Street. Next, I retired from medicine, where I remain a board-eligible eye surgeon. Since retiring (the second time), I've been on the lookout for the perfect U.S. retirement Eden... A place where ordinary, independent-minded Americans could have the retirement we were promised—and deserve, without doing a lot of work, or taking big risks. I sought a place rich with physical and intellectual activities... but without the intrusive hand of big government or other large institutions telling us what we can and can't do. I've covered a lot of ground over the years... During the past three decades, I've lived and worked all over the world... from Paris, London, and Algiers... to Boston, New York, and California. And recently, I've been all over the country looking for the perfect retirement Eden—I've made two dozen trips in just the past 12 months. And I even rented an RV (I'll show you a clever trick that led to an 80% discount), and drove state by state in search of the perfect spot. But nothing prepared me for a discovery I made about a year ago, when a close friend invited me to visit him in his renovated 1850's railroad mansion. It was a remarkable trip that changed my life. And soon after, I quit my job as a medical doctor. Ever since, I've been living what I can only describe as a retiree's dream... In recent months, I've had incredible meals at world-class restaurants—where I got to slash 80% off the price others pay. I've played free golf... have taken in free movies... have attended free concerts... and have taken exotic vacations that cost less than $200... just to name a few. Let me show you how it all happened...
Welcome to "Hessville"If you've never heard of "Hessville," don't worry. A close friend of mine actually came up with the name, because of his fondness for one of the truly independent Americans of the past 200 years, a fellow named Karl Hess. You may have heard of Karl Hess. He spent his early years like most young and ambitious men of his day—working hard to get ahead. He spent time at a large, Fortune 500 paper company... wrote for Newsweek magazine and other mainstream publications... and even became a political speechwriter and consultant for the Republican National Party. But eventually, Karl Hess came to the realization that no politician or government could ever improve the way we live. As Hess said back then, "It was nonsense. Through taxation, rules, regulations, and war, politicians historically have destroyed people's lives and obstructed their economic progress." So he retired from mainstream America. Hess and his wife revolted against what he called "giantism"... that is, the power large-corporate businesses and the giant (and growing) Federal government have on our lives. In short, the Hess family (which included two young boys), left their home in Washington DC, and moved to a property they bought near the Opequon Creek, in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. It was 12 acres of riverfront and upland meadows, nestled in a sharp bend in the river. There, the family built an earth-sheltered, solar-warmed home with their own hands, at a cost of only $10,000. Hess farmed, worked as a welder, raised organic cattle decades before it became a popular trend, and got involved in the local community. Hess fell in love with his retirement Eden and his simple new life. Although it was just 75 miles west of Washington DC, Opequon was about as far away as possible from the intruding world of American politics and big business. As Hess said:
"Living and working in a small town helped me refocus my attention on the actual practices of neighborliness, and away from the distractions of global problems created by, but not solvable by, authoritarian politicians." "The people here practice charity, and they practice it because their parents did, and before that their grandparents did. They do not regard charity as an act of condescension; they regard it as an act of neighborliness. They understand charity, but they do not tolerate begging." "We built our house without a single lock, and not once has anyone entered without permission," said Hess.Karl Hess loved America, but hated the interference of big government and big corporations:
"One attitude that has never changed is my immense love for America. I cannot imagine anyplace else in the world that would put up with me, except here. Comparatively, it is the most free country on the face of the earth. I don't think there's any doubt about it." In short, Karl Hess lived his retirement by two important social principles: The "opposition to central political authority" and the "concern for people as individuals."
These guiding principles are in part what inspired my own idealist utopia, which we call "Hessville"—so that Americans can get the retirement we were promised and deserve. And the best part is: You can be a "resident" of "Hessville" no matter where you live... big city... small town... East Coast... West Coast... middle America... it doesn't matter. That's because "Hessville," is not a specific place, but rather a world of opportunities I have discovered over the past year. I'm talking about opportunities for extra income of several thousand dollars a month, without working or investing... 80%-OFF dinners and free vacations... free prescription drugs... and so much more. And like I said: The best part is, you can take advantage of these things starting right away, without leaving your current home. The way I look at it is simple... There can be no denying the fact that: Retirement in America has changed in a big way. The bad news is, if you're counting on giant institutions (like the government, financial firms, and insurance companies) to take care of you... good luck. I think you're in for a rude awakening. The good news, however, is that if you're willing to take off the blinders of institutional thinking, you can (legally) "steal" back your retirement, no matter what your current situation.
In short: I'm talking about how to get the retirement we were promised, and deserve, without doing any extra work or taking big risks.
For example, do you need more money? Well, you could get a part-time job at Wal-Mart... slash your expenses... or take your chances in the markets. OR... You could simply take advantage of several "loopholes" in the fabric of our financial system, which enable you to get more money every single month, beginning immediately, without doing any work or making a single investment. Let me show you what I mean...
A paper in your desk worth $250,000 for retirementWhat if I told you that, thanks to the U.S. insurance industry, there's a good chance there's a piece of paper in your desk drawer that is potentially worth $250,000 or more... We're talking about money you can get almost immediately, and use however you wish for the rest of your life. You'd probably say I'm crazy, right? Well, last week, I met with several experts about an incredible way for American retirees to instantly get hundreds of thousands of dollars, immediately. What we're talking about doing here is selling part or all of your life insurance policy, via something known as a "life settlement." In short, the way it works is, if you've got an expensive life insurance policy you no longer need or can no longer afford (some folks I know pay more than $30,000 a year to maintain their policy), you can sell part or all of your policy through a specific type of insurance broker... and get hundreds of thousands of dollars as a result. If you've lost a bunch of money in the stock market... or if you are worried about how you are going to pay for long-term care or other expenses, this is, as Certified Public Accountant and Financial Planner Susan Bruno says, "a smart option every senior should consider." For example, I know a man named Alfred Zoeller, whose insurance premiums were about to increase to a whopping $30,000 a year. So Mr. Zeoller simply sold his policy... and pocketed an incredible $640,000 he and his wife could use instantly, for whatever they want. I know of another fellow named Zachary Childs, who was told by his insurance company that the "surrender value" (what your insurance company will pay you if you give up your policy) was just $72,000.
So Mr. Childs decided to instead sell his policy on the open market... and got nearly 8-times as much... a whopping $535,000. The crazy thing is, as The Wall Street Journal recently reported, "few people know they have the option to sell their policies." As Stephen Ellis, who recently needed cash and received a $205,000 lump sum payout told the paper: "Wow what an incredible way to put a value on this." I don't know about you, but I've been paying insurance companies for the past 35 years... with basically nothing to show for it.
I'm tired of it. It's about time they started paying me for a change... and this is probably the perfect way to collect. I've been doing a ton of research on this opportunity over the past few months. And I can tell you exactly the right way to do it. How to get the most money. Whom to call, and what to say. The great thing is, this is just ONE of the ways to get "free money" for retirement, without working or investing. There's another opportunity for "free money" thanks to the residential real estate industry... even in this terrible market...
Pocket $106,000 to stay inyour current home (not a loan)If you own a home, even in this terrible housing market...
There's a little-known way for you to collect an immediate cash payment of up to $100,000 or more... without selling, renting, or getting a "reverse" mortgage.
What I'm talking about is a virtually unknown loophole in the real estate markets called an "Equity Release" option. This is not a loan. There are no monthly payments or interest charges. The money is yours immediately, to do with whatever you please. Essentially what this program does is allow you to lock in the current value of your home... and sell a percentage of any FUTURE gains. What's great is, you can get paid on these future gains, TODAY. To me, this is the perfect way to cash in some of the value of your home. You get lots of cash now... with no strings attached... no loans or interest payments... and literally NO RISK. I know of many smart folks who have taken advantage of this opportunity already...
Robert Hagstrom did an "equity release" option with his Texas home, and said: "We sold our boat and bought another one. We paid off a few bills. We're sitting pretty at this point. We're in very good financial shape."
Martin Wells, who lives outside of Seattle, WA, cashed in on this loophole and said: "My first reaction was, this is too good to be true. "It's tremendously freeing, and enabled me to relax and do the things I want to do with the rest of my life, and not be concerned with ‘can I afford it' and not have to pinch my pennies. My savings have been bolstered to the point that it would be almost inconceivable that I'd run out of money." Look... I can pretty much guarantee you that your mortgage company is certainly not going to tell you about this opportunity. And neither is your real estate agent. They'd prefer you sell your home, or refinance—because that's how THEY get paid. Well... I don't know about you, but I'm going to do what's best for me, not what's best for my real estate agent or mortgage broker. They've been having their way for the past two decades... and now it's time for a change. I haven't mentioned it yet, but there are several opportunities for "free money" thanks to the government, too. One thing I know for sure is that I've been paying my fair share of taxes for more than three decades. It's about time I got something back in return. And here are two of the best ways I've found to do it...
Government Giveaway #1: $2,500 Per Month thanks to Alternative Energy BoondoggleIt's no secret that the U.S. government is set to spend nearly $100 BILLION to help push the country towards alternative energies and other "green" technologies. But what most people don't realize is that there is a way for you to cash in on this boondoggle personally, from the privacy of your own home. You see, a former doctor colleague of mine, who lives in Maine, has found a government "loophole" that allows you to get paid a whopping $2,500 per month—straight from the U.S. government. What happens is, you hook up a piece of alternative energy equipment on your property (paid for mostly by the government). And then get paid an extra $2,500 per month, tax-free! If there's an easier way to make an extra $30,000 a year, I don't know about it. This is basically free money, which is out there for the taking. It doesn't matter how old you are or what your income level. Here's another incredible opportunity few people know about...
Government Giveaway #2: Get an extra $1,033 per month from Social SecurityWhen I tell you about this situation, you're probably not going to believe me. But after sending one of my researchers all over the country over the past few weeks, I can assure you it is 100% true and legal. In short, the situation is this:
There's a "loophole" in the U.S. Social Security System that enables you to stop your current monthly checks... and restart your monthly payments at a rate of as much as $1,033 per month... OVER AND ABOVE what you are already collecting. Almost no one in America knows about this opportunity. (The Social Security Administration told us only 230 Americans took advantage of this benefit last year.) We found one retiree, for example, named Jim Roth, who's used this loophole to boost his Social Security checks by $1,033 per month. We interviewed Jim in his hometown, and he told us: "It's free money from the government." Next, we paid a visit to a PhD professor who has testified before Congress 16 times, mainly on issues relating to social security. He told us: "This is like finding money on the street... over 10 million people could benefit." Finally, we interviewed an executive at Social Security Administration (SSA) headquarters, outside of Washington, DC. We were told by an SSA spokesperson: "It's part of Social Security regulations. We can't deny anyone." In other words, you could have "free money" available from the Social Security Administration. Yes, there is a catch to collecting this money. And a few requirements you must meet. It may or may not be right for you, but I can show you exactly which forms to fill out, and how to get it if you qualify.
The point is, these are just 4 of the ways for you to get "free" extra money, immediately, without working or investing.
With each there are absolutely no risks. You have everything to gain... and literally nothing to lose. Of course, I can't say for sure if one or all of these "free money" opportunities make sense for you. But I think they are definitely worth considering, especially when you realize that just one of them could put thousands of extra dollars in your pocket each month. I don't know about you, but to me, taking advantage of these situations sure beats the heck out of finding a part-time job, or having to clip coupons every month. And getting "free money" is just the beginning... I haven't even told you my favorite part about being a "resident" of "Hessville"... You can also take advantage of a whole world of retirement freebies, which 99% of the U.S. population will simply never know about...
Free golf, free drugs, free vacations, free dinners, free airline tickets, and much more... Are you still paying for vacations? How about airline tickets? Or golf green fees... telephone service... a car... hotel rooms?Well if so, I want to introduce you to the Hessville world of retirement freebies that will boggle your mind.In short, I'd like to show you how to get tens of thousands of dollars worth of freebies (and drastic discounts of 50% or more) for retirement, with no strings attached, thanks to a series of angles and loopholes that are widely available — but rarely publicized. Let me show you what I mean
** FREE PHONE CALLS — EVEN LONG DISTANCE: Few Americans know there's a telecommunications company headquartered in San Jose, California, that will give you 100% free phone calls.Free local calls. Free daytime calls. Free nighttime calls. Free long distance calls in the United States... and even overseas. The company can do this because of a proprietary software program that allows them to use the existing telecommunications infrastructure to route calls all over the globe... totally free of charge.I know this sounds impossible... but it's 100% true and totally legal. And I'm not the only one who's onto this. The company has actually been written up in several major media publications...
USA Today reported that: Anyone willing to try the "software (12 million already have) gets legal, unlimited talk time."
BusinessWeek says the company's "radical technology and marketing threaten the very foundations of telecom."My colleagues and I have been using this service for months. There are no age requirements. No income requirements. This free phone option is available to anyone in America.
I estimate you can save as much as $100 a month or more. That's well over $1,000 per year.
There's also...
** 60% OFF — AND EVEN FREE — TICKETS TO HAWAIIHawaii is easily one of the best vacation destinations on Earth. Only problem is, it's a long and tiresome flight for most. But check this out... Few Americans know about a loophole in the airline system that lets you fly first-class to Hawaii for more than 60%-OFF the published fare. The secret is, instead of calling the airline or booking directly on the internet, to instead call the airline's "Vacation" department. For example, I recently saw a roundtrip price of $1,913 on Northwest Airlines... but the price was just $716 if booked through Northwest WorldVacations. You can get similar Hawaii discounts by using the Vacation departments of United or American Airlines too. In fact, I even found one incredible loophole in this system, which can get you a first-class flight to Hawaii, totally FREE!
** FREE GOLFI love the game of golf, but it's a ridiculously expensive hobby. But a good friend of mine has found a way to get 100% free golf, at some of the best courses in the world.
"I would have never believed this was possible if I hadn't done it myself!"
— Martin Paulson, Baltimore, MD, played 44 consecutive free rounds of golfIn fact, my friend used this secret recently to play 44 rounds of FREE golf in a row (including several courses that are ranked among Golf Digest's Top 100 in the World).This has nothing to do with a "discount" program... sneaking onto the course... or anything underhanded like that.Instead, we have found that there's a simple thing every golf course loves, and if you know the magic words, it's like having the keys to a secret kingdom. All you have to do is make a simple phone call, or send an e-mail or letter (we can show you the exact template we've used). Even if you use this secret only a few times a year, it can save you hundreds of dollars.And there's so much more...
** FREE AIRLINE TICKETS: Want airline tickets across the country or across the globe? Well, you can pay full price ($800 or more)... or... if your travel time is a little flexible, you can pay next to nothing, thanks to a New York firm I know about, which has an unusual relationship with just about every major airline. I've gotten more than 25 free European airline tickets in my life, and I can tell you, nothing gets your vacation off to a better start than a dirt-cheap flight.
** A FREE CAR? I realize this probably sounds impossible, but there really is a way for you to drive a world-class car, totally free of charge. I'm talking about some of the world's top models... Corvette, Porsche, BMW, or Mercedes. What's incredible about this deal is that not only do you get to drive one of these world-class beauties free of charge... you can actually get paid thousands of dollars for... well... simply driving around town in your amazing vehicle!
** (NEARLY) FREE RV: I don't know about you, but I love trekking across country in a Gulfstream, Newmar, or other top-of-the-line, fully outfitted RV. Well, I found a secret way this year to take one of these vehicles across country for just $22 a day... rather than the normal $160 per day.How does this secret work?Well, the companies that rent these giant RVs constantly need to move them around the country, from one location to another. Rather than hire expensive drivers or moving companies, you can volunteer to make the trip for them. In exchange, you get discounts, and can typically take 9 days or more to make the journey.For example, I recently took a 28-foot, fully-loaded RV on a 5-day trip from Las Vegas to Arizona. I got to use a $95,000 RV for just $22 a day! I'll show you exactly whom to call and what to say to set yourself up for this luxurious practically-free vacation.
** FREE CRUISES:I had no idea this loophole existed until a friend told me about a way to get a 100% free cruise, to anywhere the cruise lines go. You don't have to sneak on... take a 2nd class cabin... or wait till the last minute to decide. You'll actually be treated like royalty if you take advantage of this loophole — free meals, drinks, and more.
CARIBBEAN VACATION FOR $155. Few Americans know that there's an incredibly simple way for you to get a big corporation's marketing department to give you a practically-free vacation. I've used this secret personally to go to Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head, Disney World, and New York City. Next I'm off to Puerto Vallarta... and I'm only paying $155!
** FREE WINE VACATION. I love California wine country, and one of my contacts in California recently told me about a loophole in the West Coast wine system that enables you to have a free stay at one of the wine estates in Sonoma or Napa Valley. You don't pay anything... it's free!I have a friend who owns one of these Sonoma properties. I'll give you his number and tell you how this loophole works — you can call to arrange a free wine country vacation.
** HALF-OFF COLLEGE. I'm sure I don't have to tell you how ridiculously expensive good colleges are (The New York Times reported tuition costs rose a whopping 439% between 1982 and 2007). But I've recently learned about what might be the biggest secret in higher education...How to get a degree at America's top schools, for about HALF-OFF the regular tuition price. You see, in just about every school's admissions policies, there's a secret written into the fine print, which allows you to pay roughly half the tuition as other students... for the exact same degree. This has nothing to do with financial aid, loans, or scholarships.I can pretty much guarantee no college is ever going to tell you this secret, but if you or anyone in your family is going to college, this one secret alone will save you tens of thousands of dollars.
** HALF-OFF (AND EVEN FREE) CABLE TV. One of my friends told me recently about a little-known way to literally slash your cable TV bill in half. The cable companies never advertise this secret, but you can take advantage of it with a single, 10-minute phone call... and cut your cable bill to as little as $9 a month. Potential savings: At least $160 per year.
** PLUS
Free movie tickets (I used this trick just a few weeks ago)...
How to stay in a "bed and breakfast" (B&B) anywhere in the world for $15 per night (this incredible chain of B&Bs has 4,000 locations around the globe)...
How to get 50% off your bill when you stay at ANY Hyatt Hotel...
50% off train tickets on Amtrak (just be sure to mention this 5-digit code) and much, much more. I've received lots of freebies in my day... everything from NBA tickets, movie tickets, and opera tickets... to gourmet restaurant dinners, hotel rooms, airline tickets, entire Caribbean vacations, and more.Should you feel guilty about getting all of these freebies?
Well, here's how I look at it: YOU are the one who's been paying taxes all of these years. YOU are the one who's been helping these big corporations rack up record profits. I think it's time they gave something back to you in exchange.
Let me show you how to begin taking advantage of all these opportunities immediately...
The Retirement MillionaireAs I mentioned, my name is Dr. David Eifrig. If you're wondering how I know about all of these retirement loopholes, it's because I've had a different career track than most... You see, I've actually "retired" twice already.I grew up in a middle-class home in middle America... Minnesota to be exact.
"I've received free dinners, plane tickets, vacations, NBA tickets, opera tickets, hotel rooms, and more"
— Dr. David Eifrig, MD, The Retirement Millionaire I thought I wanted a career in the financial world, and worked my way onto Wall Street. There I worked for Goldman Sachs, Chase Manhattan, and several other big financial firms.But after a decade of learning how Wall Street really works, I became disillusioned by the hypocrisy and greed... so I left to become a doctor (I'm still a Board-eligible eye surgeon).I busted my tail to get through medical school, and spent more than a decade in this field as well. But again, I ran into a stifling system, filled with special-interest groups and wasteful bureaucracy. In short, I've seen the inside of two of the biggest and most important industries in America... Finance and Medicine. They are both broken, and need to be fixed if Americans are going to have a fighting chance in the years to come.My experiences over the past three decades have enabled me to become a "retirement expert" on how to take advantage of little-known loopholes... and on getting everything you need for retirement... money, housing, vacations, and more. And, I am now in the process of doing something I've never done before... and, as far as I know, something no one else has done either.I'm on a mission to help Americans liberate themselves from the giant institutions that are destroying retirement for a whole generation of regular folks like you and me. My mission is to expose a world of opportunities most Americans will simply never hear about on their own. One of my nicknames for this world of opportunities is an imaginary retirement utopia called "Hessville."But I can assure you, these loopholes and opportunities are very real and 100% legal.
And I'm gong to share everything I know in a first-of-it's kind letter called The Retirement Millionaire. The first thing I'll send you are my 2 brand-new reports on how to take advantage of everything I've described so far... ** Retirement Report #1:FREE Money Without Working or Investing
Details several incredible opportunities, including how to take advantage of a program that will give you an immediate cash payment of up to $106,000, just for staying in your current home. (Remember this has nothing to do with a reverse mortgage, renting, or anything like that.) I also explain a loophole that enables you to get an extra $1,033 per month from the Social Security Administration... how to immediately take money out of your IRA (penalty-free) no matter what your age... and an incredible government program that pays one of my doctor friends an extra $2,500 a month.There's another great government program I'll tell you about too, which I haven't yet mentioned. If you are over the age of 62 and meet one simple requirement, it could mean tons of extra cash every month.** Retirement Report #2:The Retirement Guide to Freebies
This volume contains little-known but completely legitimate and tested methods to get nearly everything you need for a rich retirement... free of charge. I'm talking about free phone service, free golf, free cars, free cruises and airline tickets, free hotel rooms, free dinners, free college education... and much, much more. Also, I'd like to send you something else that I think will make a big difference in your retirement, as a "resident" of Hessville. Let me explain...
Free drugs... free medical care... and othersecrets of the U.S. healthcare systemThere's no question that the healthcare industry is America's biggest rip-off.As a medical doctor with a dozen years inside this industry, I've seen things that would make your head spin... But the good news is, if you know how to work the system, there are incredible opportunities to get great healthcare at huge discounts, or even free of charge. Let me show you a few examples of what I mean...
** FREE PRESCRIPTION DRUGSIf you are paying full retail costs for prescription drugs these days, you are, to put it mildly, getting fleeced.
"It's "the best-kept secret of the drug business."
— The Wall Street JournalAs a doctor, I can tell you about several legitimate ways to reduce your costs by HALF or more. For example...
1) Did you know you can buy drugs direct from 2 secret sources, which can potentially save you hundreds of dollars a month? For example, the world's most popular drug is Lipitor, for high cholesterol. It typically costs $400 a month! Well, I can show you two sources that can bring down the cost for treating high cholesterol to just $3.33 a month.2) Totally Free Drugs. Probably the biggest secret of all in the healthcare industry is the fact that you can get just about any type of drug, free of charge. You see, most people don't know that every drug company in the world has a special program that allows you to simply fill out a few forms, and possibly get the drugs you need, 100% free of charge. The drug companies never advertise this fact. And it's highly unlikely you'll ever hear about it from your doctor. But as the Wall Street Journal recently said, it's "the best-kept secret of the drug business."
** GOVERNMENT PROGRAM SLASHES HEALTH BILLS 30%Here's something even better. Few Americans know about a little-known government program outlined by the "Revenue Ruling 2003-102," which could save you 25% to 35% on EVERY penny you spend on treating a health problem, no matter how big or small. I'm talking about everything from doctor's visits, drugs (over-the-counter and prescription), and band-aids... to surgeries, aspirin, ice-packs, heating pads, and even stomach antacids. The great thing is, it doesn't matter how much money you make. You have to meet just one qualification, and if you do, you'll be issued a special card to use every time you pay for just about any medical expense. I'll show you exactly how to do it.
** FREE MONEY FOR RETIREMENTIn 2006, the U.S. government passed another health-related program as part of the Tax Relief and Healthcare Act of 2006. It was intended to help Americans pay for their healthcare bills — but what they didn't realize at the time is that they were also creating the retirement loophole of the decade.
These unusual accounts are "like IRAs on steroids"
— John Goodman, National Center Policy AnalysisIn short, there is now a way for you to save money for retirement that you NEVER have to pay taxes on... not when you put the money in... and not when you take it out either. John Goodman, President of the National Center for Policy Analysis, says these unusual accounts are "like IRAs on steroids." These accounts were created by the healthcare industry, and are now one of the best ways to help pay for your retirement expenses. It's simple to sign up, and can potentially give you tens of thousands of extra dollars for retirement.These secrets of the healthcare world are just the beginning. There's so much more I want to tell you too, regarding how you can turn the tables on the U.S. healthcare system. For example...
How to save as much as 50% off the costs of expensive surgery — The Wall Street Journal actually wrote about this secret in their Dec. 6th edition...
How to quickly and easily resolve any insurance dispute (the insurance companies don't want you to know about this operation in Indiana)... and more. In fact, everything I've described here, and much more, is explained in full detail in my new report called: The Retirement Cheat Sheet to the U.S. Healthcare System.This Retirement Report... plus the one on how to Get Free Money Without Working or Investing... and the one on how to get access to a whole world of Retirement Freebies, comes free with a subscription to my new letter called: The Retirement Millionaire.You see, what I do every month in The Retirement Millionaire is spend several weeks traveling the country to investigate retirement loopholes and opportunities first hand. For example, in recent weeks, I've been investigating:
** A LOOPHOLE TO WIPE AWAY DEBT?I'm not sure if this is completely legitimate yet or not, but a colleague tells me there is now a legal and legitimate way for you to completely wipe away certain debt you have with credit card companies and other institutions. He knows of many people who have done this. I'm looking into it closely, and I'll let you know what I find in the next few weeks. If it turns out to be as good as it sounds, this legal loophole could wipe away thousands of dollars of your debt, with a simple phone call.
** $220-AN-HOUR TO EAT POTATO CHIPS?If you are looking for several thousand extra dollars per year, I've just learned about an incredible opportunity. In short, there are a group of companies around the country that will pay you up to $220 an hour or more to test their products, and give your honest opinions. I have a friend who does this once or twice a month, and pockets several thousand dollars a year for his efforts. Just last week, for example, he "tested" some potato chips, and got paid the equivalent of $220 per hour. You don't need any experience. It doesn't matter how old you are or how much you have in the bank. I've asked my friend to explain exactly how you can cash in on this retirement boondoggle.
I also found what might be THE EASIEST WAY FOR ANY RETIREE TO MAKE $100,000 A YEAR WORKING PART-TIME FROM YOUR OWN HOME. Many of my friends are involved in this business, which involves writing simple letters to various businesses and consumer groups.I'll tell you all about it, and show you exactly whom to speak with to get started.The point is, I spend all of my time now seeking out little-known investment, financial, and retirement opportunities for regular Americans like you and me. I've never had more fun in my life... and every day, I continue to be amazed at the opportunities that are available, which for some reason NEVER appear in the mainstream press.In the past few months, for example, I've traveled to Arizona, New York, Florida, California, Seattle, Texas, and Tennessee. In the next few weeks, I'm off to Alabama, Arkansas, Minnesota, and S. Carolina. In each of these places, I've found an interesting opportunity for you to make more money... to save a ton of money... to vacation free of charge... or to simply turn the tables on corporate America, and put more money in your own bank account. The best part is, you don't have to leave home to take advantage of these opportunities... I do all the legwork for you.I travel to visit the companies behind these opportunities. And to meet firsthand with people who have already taken advantage of these little-known situations. Then I explain what I've found each month in my simple black & white letter, called The Retirement Millionaire. It's delivered by mail and e-mail on the fourth Friday of each month.If you're interested, I'll also send you my personal emails, twice a month from the road, to let you know what I'm investigating, and what opportunities I've found. I always travel with my laptop, which makes it easy for me to hook up to the internet and send you an update from the road.As I said, I don't think there's anyone doing anything like this in America right now. And I don't know of anyone who's ever done anything like this in the past, either.
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The Top 5 Healthiest Fat-Burning Foods (some may surprise you!)
http://www.truthaboutabs.com/fat-burning-foods.html?hop=bestabs
If you want to lose body fat faster, try incorporating these 5 healthy super-foods into your diet & regular meal plans.
by Mike Geary, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Specialist Author - The Truth about Six Pack Abs
1. Grass-fed beef or bison (NOT your typical grocery store beef!) - I know most people think that red meat is unhealthy for you, but that's because they don't understand how the health of the animal affects how healthy the meat is for consumption. Keep this in mind -- "an unhealthy animal provides unhealthy meat, but a healthy animal provides healthy meat".
Typical beef or bison that you see at the grocery store is raised on grains such as corn and soybeans. Soy and corn are NOT the natural diet of cattle or bison, and therefore changes the chemical balance of fats and other nutrients in the beef or bison. Grain-fed beef and bison is typically WAY too high in omega-6 fatty acids and WAY too low in omega-3 fatty acids.
On the other hand, grass-fed beef from cattle and buffalo (or bison) that were raised on the type of natural foods that they were meant to eat in nature (grass and other forage), have much higher levels of healthy omega-3 fatty acids and lower levels of inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids (that most people already eat way too much of) compared to grain fed beef or bison.
Grass fed meats also typically contain up to 3 times the Vitamin E as in grain fed meats.
Not only that, but grass-fed meat from healthy cattle or bison also contain a special healthy fat called conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) in MUCH higher levels than grain-fed meat. CLA has been proven in scientific studies in recent years to help in burning fat and building lean muscle (which can help you lose weight!). These benefits are on top of the fact that grass-fed meats are some of the highest quality proteins that you can possibly eat... and this also aids in burning fat and building lean muscle.
Grass-fed meats are a little harder to find, but just ask your butcher or find a specialty grocery store and they usually have cuts available. I've also found a good site to order grass-fed meats online - http://healthygrassfed.2ya.com
2. Avocodos - Even though these are typically thought of as a "fatty food", it's all healthy fats! Not only is this fruit super-high in mono-unsaturated fat, but also chock full of vitamins, minerals, micro-nutrients, and antioxidants.
Also, I think guacamole (mashed avocados with garlic, onion, tomato, pepper, etc) is one of the most delicious toppings ever created, and you can be happy to know that it's also one of the healthiest toppings you can use on your foods. Try sliced avocados or guacamole on sandwiches, burgers, scrambled eggs or omelets, in salads, or as a side to just about any meal.
The quality dose of healthy fats and other nutrition you get from avocados helps your body to maintain proper levels of hormones that help with fat loss and muscle building. Also, since avocados are an extremely satiating food, eating them helps to reduce your appetite in the hours after your meal. Say goodbye to junk food cravings and bring on that lean body!
Free Tips for Losing Stomach Fat & Eating Healthier
3. Whole Eggs, including the yolk (not just egg whites) - Most people know that eggs are one of the highest quality sources of protein. However, most people don't know that the egg yolks are the healthiest part of the egg... that's where almost all of the vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants (such as lutein) are found in eggs.
Egg Yolks contain more than 90% of the calcium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, thiamin, B6, folate, and B12, and panthothenic acid of the egg. In addition, the yolks contain ALL of the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K in the egg, as well as ALL of the essential fatty acids. Also, the protein of whole eggs is more bio-available than egg whites alone due to a more balanced amino acid profile that the yolks help to build.
Just make sure to choose free-range organic eggs instead of normal grocery store eggs. Similar to the grass-fed beef scenerio, the nutrient content of the eggs and the balance between healthy omega-3 fatty acids and inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids (in excess) is controlled by the diet of the chickens.
Chickens that are allowed to roam free outside and eat a more natural diet will give you healthier, more nutrient-rich eggs with a healthier fat balance compared with your typical grocery store eggs (that came from chickens fed nothing but soy and corn and crowded inside "egg factories" all day long).
4. Nuts: Walnuts, Almonds, Pecans, Macadamia, etc -- Yes, this is yet another "fatty food" that can actually help you burn fat! Although nuts are generally between 75-90% fat in terms of a ratio of fat calories to total calories, this is another type of food that is all healthy fats, along with high levels of nutrition such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Nuts are also a good source of fiber and protein, which of course, you know helps to control blood sugar and can aid in weight loss.
Nuts also help to maintain good levels of fat burning hormones in your body as well as helping to control appetite and cravings so that you essentially eat less calories overall, even though you're consuming a high-fat food. My favorite healthy nuts are pecans, almonds, and walnuts, and by eating them in variety, you help to broaden the types of vitamins and minerals and also the balance of polyunsaturated to monounsaturated fats you obtain.
Try to find raw nuts instead of roasted nuts if you can, as it helps to maintain the quality and nutritional content of the healthy fats that you will eat.
A neighbour's 7 yr old son who was diagnosed to use spectacles managed to discard them within a yr of eating a handful of raw almonds for b'fast every morning. He is now 17 yrs old, handsome, intelligent n still does not need to use specs at all.
Also, try to broaden your horizons beyond the typical peanut butter that most people eat, and try almond butter, pecan butter, or macadamia butter to add variety to your diet. u cn mk ur own.
5. Berries - including blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and even the "exotic" Goji berry: Berries are a powerhouse of nutrition... packed with vitamins and minerals, and also some of the best sources of antioxidants of any food in existance. Berries also pack a healthy dose of fiber, which slows your carbohydrate absorption and digestion and controls your blood sugar levels to help prevent insulin spikes (which can stimulate fat gain).
Get creative and mix up your berry intake by using the basics -- blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries... but also get adventurous and give a more "exotic" berry a try, such as Goji berries /'kei-chi' (Chinese wolf berries)(which are one of the most nutrient-dense berries on the planet).
I like to add berries to my yogurt (kefir)and raw cottage cheese mixtures, as well as oatmeal or oat bran, salads, or just taking a bag of mixed berries and mixed nuts with me for the day as a mid-day healthy snack!
I hope you enjoyed this look at some of the healthiest fat-burning foods you can possibly eat. I could list a ton more, but wanted to give you my favorites for now!
If you want to lose body fat faster, try incorporating these 5 healthy super-foods into your diet & regular meal plans.
by Mike Geary, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Specialist Author - The Truth about Six Pack Abs
1. Grass-fed beef or bison (NOT your typical grocery store beef!) - I know most people think that red meat is unhealthy for you, but that's because they don't understand how the health of the animal affects how healthy the meat is for consumption. Keep this in mind -- "an unhealthy animal provides unhealthy meat, but a healthy animal provides healthy meat".
Typical beef or bison that you see at the grocery store is raised on grains such as corn and soybeans. Soy and corn are NOT the natural diet of cattle or bison, and therefore changes the chemical balance of fats and other nutrients in the beef or bison. Grain-fed beef and bison is typically WAY too high in omega-6 fatty acids and WAY too low in omega-3 fatty acids.
On the other hand, grass-fed beef from cattle and buffalo (or bison) that were raised on the type of natural foods that they were meant to eat in nature (grass and other forage), have much higher levels of healthy omega-3 fatty acids and lower levels of inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids (that most people already eat way too much of) compared to grain fed beef or bison.
Grass fed meats also typically contain up to 3 times the Vitamin E as in grain fed meats.
Not only that, but grass-fed meat from healthy cattle or bison also contain a special healthy fat called conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) in MUCH higher levels than grain-fed meat. CLA has been proven in scientific studies in recent years to help in burning fat and building lean muscle (which can help you lose weight!). These benefits are on top of the fact that grass-fed meats are some of the highest quality proteins that you can possibly eat... and this also aids in burning fat and building lean muscle.
Grass-fed meats are a little harder to find, but just ask your butcher or find a specialty grocery store and they usually have cuts available. I've also found a good site to order grass-fed meats online - http://healthygrassfed.2ya.com
2. Avocodos - Even though these are typically thought of as a "fatty food", it's all healthy fats! Not only is this fruit super-high in mono-unsaturated fat, but also chock full of vitamins, minerals, micro-nutrients, and antioxidants.
Also, I think guacamole (mashed avocados with garlic, onion, tomato, pepper, etc) is one of the most delicious toppings ever created, and you can be happy to know that it's also one of the healthiest toppings you can use on your foods. Try sliced avocados or guacamole on sandwiches, burgers, scrambled eggs or omelets, in salads, or as a side to just about any meal.
The quality dose of healthy fats and other nutrition you get from avocados helps your body to maintain proper levels of hormones that help with fat loss and muscle building. Also, since avocados are an extremely satiating food, eating them helps to reduce your appetite in the hours after your meal. Say goodbye to junk food cravings and bring on that lean body!
Free Tips for Losing Stomach Fat & Eating Healthier
3. Whole Eggs, including the yolk (not just egg whites) - Most people know that eggs are one of the highest quality sources of protein. However, most people don't know that the egg yolks are the healthiest part of the egg... that's where almost all of the vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants (such as lutein) are found in eggs.
Egg Yolks contain more than 90% of the calcium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, thiamin, B6, folate, and B12, and panthothenic acid of the egg. In addition, the yolks contain ALL of the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K in the egg, as well as ALL of the essential fatty acids. Also, the protein of whole eggs is more bio-available than egg whites alone due to a more balanced amino acid profile that the yolks help to build.
Just make sure to choose free-range organic eggs instead of normal grocery store eggs. Similar to the grass-fed beef scenerio, the nutrient content of the eggs and the balance between healthy omega-3 fatty acids and inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids (in excess) is controlled by the diet of the chickens.
Chickens that are allowed to roam free outside and eat a more natural diet will give you healthier, more nutrient-rich eggs with a healthier fat balance compared with your typical grocery store eggs (that came from chickens fed nothing but soy and corn and crowded inside "egg factories" all day long).
4. Nuts: Walnuts, Almonds, Pecans, Macadamia, etc -- Yes, this is yet another "fatty food" that can actually help you burn fat! Although nuts are generally between 75-90% fat in terms of a ratio of fat calories to total calories, this is another type of food that is all healthy fats, along with high levels of nutrition such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Nuts are also a good source of fiber and protein, which of course, you know helps to control blood sugar and can aid in weight loss.
Nuts also help to maintain good levels of fat burning hormones in your body as well as helping to control appetite and cravings so that you essentially eat less calories overall, even though you're consuming a high-fat food. My favorite healthy nuts are pecans, almonds, and walnuts, and by eating them in variety, you help to broaden the types of vitamins and minerals and also the balance of polyunsaturated to monounsaturated fats you obtain.
Try to find raw nuts instead of roasted nuts if you can, as it helps to maintain the quality and nutritional content of the healthy fats that you will eat.
A neighbour's 7 yr old son who was diagnosed to use spectacles managed to discard them within a yr of eating a handful of raw almonds for b'fast every morning. He is now 17 yrs old, handsome, intelligent n still does not need to use specs at all.
Also, try to broaden your horizons beyond the typical peanut butter that most people eat, and try almond butter, pecan butter, or macadamia butter to add variety to your diet. u cn mk ur own.
5. Berries - including blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and even the "exotic" Goji berry: Berries are a powerhouse of nutrition... packed with vitamins and minerals, and also some of the best sources of antioxidants of any food in existance. Berries also pack a healthy dose of fiber, which slows your carbohydrate absorption and digestion and controls your blood sugar levels to help prevent insulin spikes (which can stimulate fat gain).
Get creative and mix up your berry intake by using the basics -- blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries... but also get adventurous and give a more "exotic" berry a try, such as Goji berries /'kei-chi' (Chinese wolf berries)(which are one of the most nutrient-dense berries on the planet).
I like to add berries to my yogurt (kefir)and raw cottage cheese mixtures, as well as oatmeal or oat bran, salads, or just taking a bag of mixed berries and mixed nuts with me for the day as a mid-day healthy snack!
I hope you enjoyed this look at some of the healthiest fat-burning foods you can possibly eat. I could list a ton more, but wanted to give you my favorites for now!
Whole Wheat French Toast with Pumpkin Butter
Whole Wheat French Toast with Pumpkin ButterPhoto © Women's Health Magazine
You will need a lot of energy so don't go into a carb crash with a plate full of sticky pancakes and syrup. This yummy breakfast treat contains whole wheat, lots less sugar and more protein so you'll be raring to go all day long.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
I tsp unsalted butter
1 egg
1 egg white, beaten
2 slices whole-wheat bread
1 Tbsp pumpkin butter (available at specialty and gourmet stores)
Preparation:
Melt butter in frying pan over medium heat.
Beat together egg and egg white in a bowl. Dip bread into mixture, coating thoroughly.
Add bread to pan and cook both sides until golden brown. Serve with pumpkin butter.
Nutrition Information
Makes 1 serving
Per serving:
258 calories
8 g fat (3 g saturated)
392 mg sodium
30 g carbs
4 g fiber
17 g protein
Compare this nutrition information to all of the calories and fat found in one serving of pancakes and syrup that you might typically eat for breakfast:
559 calories
15g fat (3g saturated)
683 mg sodium
98 g carbs
5g fiber
l0g protein
Other Toppings for Whole Wheat French Toast
Fruit Dessert ToppingBlueberry SaucePeach Strawberry Sauce
Spiced pumpkin butter is a jam or spread similar to apple butter, but with the hearty flavor of pumpkin.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
4 cups cooked and mashed pumpkin
1 (2-ounce) package powdered pectin
4-1/2 cups sugar
1 Tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter
Preparation:
Place pumpkin in a heavy kettle. Stir in pectin. Place over high heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and butter. Continue stirring and bring to a full rolling boil. Boil hard exactly 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir 5 minutes. Ladle jam into 1/2 pint hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space.
Adjust caps according to manufacture's directions. Process 10 minutes in boiling water bath. After cooling, check seals. Yield: 6 (1/2-pint) jars
Recipe Source: Los Angeles Times Cookbook edited by Betty Baisley (Plume Books)
You will need a lot of energy so don't go into a carb crash with a plate full of sticky pancakes and syrup. This yummy breakfast treat contains whole wheat, lots less sugar and more protein so you'll be raring to go all day long.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
I tsp unsalted butter
1 egg
1 egg white, beaten
2 slices whole-wheat bread
1 Tbsp pumpkin butter (available at specialty and gourmet stores)
Preparation:
Melt butter in frying pan over medium heat.
Beat together egg and egg white in a bowl. Dip bread into mixture, coating thoroughly.
Add bread to pan and cook both sides until golden brown. Serve with pumpkin butter.
Nutrition Information
Makes 1 serving
Per serving:
258 calories
8 g fat (3 g saturated)
392 mg sodium
30 g carbs
4 g fiber
17 g protein
Compare this nutrition information to all of the calories and fat found in one serving of pancakes and syrup that you might typically eat for breakfast:
559 calories
15g fat (3g saturated)
683 mg sodium
98 g carbs
5g fiber
l0g protein
Other Toppings for Whole Wheat French Toast
Fruit Dessert ToppingBlueberry SaucePeach Strawberry Sauce
Spiced pumpkin butter is a jam or spread similar to apple butter, but with the hearty flavor of pumpkin.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
4 cups cooked and mashed pumpkin
1 (2-ounce) package powdered pectin
4-1/2 cups sugar
1 Tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter
Preparation:
Place pumpkin in a heavy kettle. Stir in pectin. Place over high heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and butter. Continue stirring and bring to a full rolling boil. Boil hard exactly 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir 5 minutes. Ladle jam into 1/2 pint hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space.
Adjust caps according to manufacture's directions. Process 10 minutes in boiling water bath. After cooling, check seals. Yield: 6 (1/2-pint) jars
Recipe Source: Los Angeles Times Cookbook edited by Betty Baisley (Plume Books)
natural cure for heartburn
Cure Heartburn Naturally Now
alsearsmd@alsearsmd.com
Over 40 million American adults suffer from heartburn. And most have no idea that you can cure it without antacids.Here are six effective, all-natural alternatives:
1. Ginger Root - Research shows ginger can strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Add one-half teaspoon of freshly grated gingerroot to a cup of hot water. Let the ginger steep for 10 minutes. Strain the ginger and drink.
2. Peppermint – You can take peppermint in capsule form. But for optimal effect, get fresh peppermint. Place a wad of peppermint leaves between your molars and chew for a minute before swallowing. The calming effect on your stomach is almost immediate.
3. D-Limonene –It’s an extract from orange peel that’s highly effective. In one study, 90% of the people reported complete relief of their heartburn symptoms in just two weeks. What’s more, the effect lasted for six months after they stopped taking it.8 Take 1000 mg every other day for 20 days. Then take a maintenance dose as needed. You can find D-limonene at your local health food store.
4. Zinc – Zinc has incredibly powerful gastro-protective effects. One study compared zinc to famotidine (the over-the-counter drug Pepcid). The result? Patients in the zinc group experienced identical symptom relief to those who took Pepcid.9 You can find zinc at any health food store or even your local grocery store. Aim for 96 mg of elemental zinc per day.
5. Betaine Hydrochloride and Pepsin – This may seem a little counterintuitive. But taking hydrochloric acid (HCL) and pepsin (a digestive enzyme) with every meal can eliminate heartburn symptoms. It also helps break down your food. This ensures you get all the vitamins, minerals and nutrients you need. In fact, thousands of heartburn patients have experienced relief as a result of taking an HCL and pepsin combination.10. Take one 600 mg capsule before each meal. You can find betaine HCL combined with pepsin at your local vitamin shop.
6. Mastic Gum Extract w/ DGL – Mastic gum has been used for thousands of years to heal heartburn. Studies even suggest that mastic gum can kill H.Pylori.11 You can often find it combined with deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) at your health food store. Traditional Chinese medicine has long used licorice for its ability to soothe and coat the stomach. Look for a formula that contains 1 gram of mastic gum extract and 760 mg of DGL.
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alsearsmd@alsearsmd.com
Over 40 million American adults suffer from heartburn. And most have no idea that you can cure it without antacids.Here are six effective, all-natural alternatives:
1. Ginger Root - Research shows ginger can strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Add one-half teaspoon of freshly grated gingerroot to a cup of hot water. Let the ginger steep for 10 minutes. Strain the ginger and drink.
2. Peppermint – You can take peppermint in capsule form. But for optimal effect, get fresh peppermint. Place a wad of peppermint leaves between your molars and chew for a minute before swallowing. The calming effect on your stomach is almost immediate.
3. D-Limonene –It’s an extract from orange peel that’s highly effective. In one study, 90% of the people reported complete relief of their heartburn symptoms in just two weeks. What’s more, the effect lasted for six months after they stopped taking it.8 Take 1000 mg every other day for 20 days. Then take a maintenance dose as needed. You can find D-limonene at your local health food store.
4. Zinc – Zinc has incredibly powerful gastro-protective effects. One study compared zinc to famotidine (the over-the-counter drug Pepcid). The result? Patients in the zinc group experienced identical symptom relief to those who took Pepcid.9 You can find zinc at any health food store or even your local grocery store. Aim for 96 mg of elemental zinc per day.
5. Betaine Hydrochloride and Pepsin – This may seem a little counterintuitive. But taking hydrochloric acid (HCL) and pepsin (a digestive enzyme) with every meal can eliminate heartburn symptoms. It also helps break down your food. This ensures you get all the vitamins, minerals and nutrients you need. In fact, thousands of heartburn patients have experienced relief as a result of taking an HCL and pepsin combination.10. Take one 600 mg capsule before each meal. You can find betaine HCL combined with pepsin at your local vitamin shop.
6. Mastic Gum Extract w/ DGL – Mastic gum has been used for thousands of years to heal heartburn. Studies even suggest that mastic gum can kill H.Pylori.11 You can often find it combined with deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) at your health food store. Traditional Chinese medicine has long used licorice for its ability to soothe and coat the stomach. Look for a formula that contains 1 gram of mastic gum extract and 760 mg of DGL.
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wild salmon omega 3, antacids
The Healthy Side of Omega-3s
Before the days of modern industry, your fish had abundant supplies of omega-3s. They dined on seaweed or algae and other fish below them in the food chain that ate these plants.
But these days, even some salmon has little to none of these essential fats. Farm-raised fish are fed corn, soy, those fish flakes that you feed the fish in your aquarium, and other unnatural foods. Since your body can’t make omega-3s on its own, it’s critical that you find ways to get a steady supply through the proper food sources and supplements. The benefits are practically endless when your body gets enough omega-3s. Many of my own patients have not only reversed disease but improved their mental and emotional lives as well.
Omega-3s have been shown to:
Prevent heart disease, cancer – even strokes
Lower blood pressure
Wipe out arthritis pain
Relieve depression
Lower triglycerides (blood fat)
Raise HDL (good cholesterol)
Boost memory and brain power
Lower your risk of macular degeneration
Protect blood vessels and nerves
Calm irregular heart rhythms, which can lead to sudden cardiac death
Find the Best Fish for Your Omega-3s
Don’t abandon fish altogether. They are still a great source of omega-3s.
I’ve put together a chart of the fish with the best ratios of omega-3s to omega-6s.
Omega-3 to Omega-6 Ratio of Wild-Caught and Farm-Raised Fish
Wild Sockeye Salmon
19:1
Wild Coho Salmon
10:1
Wild Trout
7:1
Wild Eel
5:1
Cod
5:1
Farmed Trout
4:1
Halibut
4:1
Swordfish
3:1
Flounder
3:1
Farmed Eel
2:1
Farmed Salmon
2:1
Black Bass
2:1
Farmed Catfish
1:11
Farmed Tilapia
1:11
Source: Journal of Diet Assoc (July 2008); American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (1990)
As you can see, there are a number of fish varieties from which to choose that will give you the heart-healthy omega-3s you need.
Here are my general rules when shopping for fish:
Avoid Apex-Predator Fish. While tuna (albacore and bluefin) have good amounts of omega-3s, you should avoid them because they tend to contain high levels of toxins like mercury. Overall, stay away from top-of-the-food-chain fish like tuna, shark, swordfish, tilefish, and king mackerel because of their mercury levels.
Choose Smaller Fish. Try to stick to smaller fish that are lower down on the food chain. They don’t typically eat other fish and fewer toxins get stored in their flesh. Good choices are herring, salmon, sardines, anchovies, trout, halibut, and haddock.
Always Buy Wild-Caught Fish. Farm-raised fish are simply fed an unnatural diet and become diseased and inflamed. The potential health risks could cost your body in the long run.
Because farm-raised fish don't have lots of room to swim and are prone to disease, they are often given antibiotics as well as preservatives and commercial dyes to give them a healthy color.4
For example, farm-raised salmon is not the nice pink color that you would see with wild salmon, so it is injected with dye. At your supermarket you will often see “color-enhanced” in small print under the farm-raised salmon sign.
Wild salmon, on the other hand, get their pink color from eating little sea creatures like krill. I prefer wild-caught salmon from the Pacific Ocean. You can find good quality wild-caught fish at specialty markets such as Whole Foods or Fresh Market. I often order mine online from Grassland Beef (www.grasslandbeef.com) or Alaskan Harvest Seafood (www.alaskanharvest.com). It comes right to your door, fresh, packed in dry ice.
Make up for the Critical Nutrients You’re Missing
Since your body doesn’t make enough omega-3 fatty acids on its own, choosing species of fish that have the highest levels of omega-3s is one way to get your daily supply. But this is not always possible, so supplementing with a good quality fish oil that is purified of contaminants is a sensible way to make sure you get enough to reap the health benefits.There are two supplements I recommend.
Fish Oil. I recommend taking an 1100 mg fish oil supplement every day. I’ve developed a new fish oil capsule that comes from the pristine, non-industrial waters off the coast of Peru. It’s safe, pure and provides a huge, healthy dose of omega-3s.
Cod liver oil. Cod liver oil is another great source of omega-3s. One teaspoon a day will give you the omega-3s you need. And I’ve developed an oil without the awful taste.
____________________
1 Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, “Wake Forest Researchers Say Popular Fish Contains Potentially Dangerous Fatty Acid Combination,” 7/8/20082 “Farmed Fish & Omegas,” Acres USA, September 20083 Barbara Minton. “Drug-Induced Fish: Hormone Causes Tilapia to Undergo Sex Change”. NaturalNews.com. 4/6/094 “Wild vs. Farm or Ocean Raised Fish”, DeliciousOrganics.com. viewed 5/27/09
When is Acid a Good Thing?
Antacids Mask the Symptoms of Heartburn, But Leave You Vulnerable to Dangerous Diseases
I’ve seen patients who eat Tums like candy. They claim relief from heartburn. Plus, they think the calcium in Tums would help keep their bones strong. Unfortunately Tums are not a good source of calcium… and they’re not a good solution for chronic heartburn either. In fact, taking over-the-counter antacids does you more harm than good. These acid-blocking drugs can be harmful to your digestive system and your overall health.When you take antacids on a regular basis, you create a low-acid environment in your stomach. Sure, it temporarily relieves your heartburn. But it opens the door to a whole host of problems.
Antacids Starve Your Body of Its Nutrients
Your stomach needs acid. And when you eat Tums like candy, you drive your acid to dangerously low levels. Your body uses this acid to break down the food you eat. And it protects you from harmful fungal and bacterial overgrowth. Taking antacids can cause a domino effect that puts your health at risk.Low stomach acid levels lead to a chronic condition known as hypochlorhydria. This happens when your body doesn’t have enough stomach acid to digest your food and extract the nutrients. Your stomach can’t break down your food properly. In turn, your body can’t absorb critical nutrients, vitamins and minerals. This includes essential-amino acids, B vitamins, and minerals like zinc. As you know, lack of good nutrition means trouble.One study of heartburn patients who took antacids like Prilosec and Prevacid for a year or more revealed a 44% greater risk of hip fractures.1 No wonder they market Tums with calcium!Hypochlorhydria sets the stage for many chronic conditions. Take a look:
risk Ulcers, Bad Breath, Cancer, and More… Just To Calm Your Heartburn
Bacterial/Fungal Overgrowth
Headaches
Auto-Immune Disease
Gastric Carcinoma
Indigestion
Heartburn
Yeast Infections
Bad Breath
Rectal Itching
Parasitic Infections
Belching
Food Sensitivities
Bloating
Nutritional Deficiencies
Duodenal Ulcers
Gas
Distension
Fatigue
Adrenal Fatigue
Gastritis
What’s more, without enough stomach acid, you have no protection against harmful bacteria… allowing them to thrive and colonize.In one study, researchers created a temporary low acid environment. Everybody experienced bacterial overgrowth in the proximal small intestine.2
Antacids Help This Killer Bacteria Breed in Your Gut
The bacterium known as H.Pylori poses the biggest threat to your health. It is a major cause of stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastritis, and even gastric cancer (one of the most lethal malignancies).3H.Pylori thrives in a low acid environment. It sets up a home base in the lining of your stomach. Then it attacks with a volley of inflammatory cells, which boost harmful free radicals and block the function of certain types of immune cells. The end result is chronic inflammation. Ultimately, that can lead to the destruction of your stomach cells’ DNA, causing gastric cancer. As you might guess, taking acid-blocking drugs over a long period only increases the chances of becoming infected with H.Pylori. But there’s good news. Prevention is simple -- stay clear of heartburn meds.
Age-Proof Your Stomach
Drug companies would have you think heartburn is a direct result of your stomach producing too much acid, which is why they call their products antacid. That’s simply not the case. The truth is your digestive system becomes weaker with age. The result is your stomach naturally produces less hydrochloric acid. Japanese researchers found that 60% of Japanese men and women over 50 suffered from achlorhydria (low stomach acid).4 And a study published in the American Journal of Digestive Diseases shows that number jumps to 69% once you hit 80.5So what causes heartburn?It has to do with the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). The LES is a sphincter muscle that lets food pass from the esophagus into the stomach. Once the food passes, it closes. This blocks stomach acid from coming back up through the esophagus.The problem starts when the LES doesn’t shut tight. Even a slight opening is enough to let stomach acid, bile and food through. The acid burns the lining of your esophagus, causing that painful burning feeling.So, antacids cure the symptom, but not the cause.
Simple Changes Provide Big Relief
I always tell my patients that you don’t need antacids to cure heartburn. You can do it naturally without putting your health at risk.Avoid smoking, caffeine, alcohol and citrus juices for starters. These can make your heartburn symptoms worse and contribute to LES malfunction. Choose mild foods and sauces over spicy ones. And stay clear of foods you know give you heartburn (usually it’s greasy and fried foods like pizza, French fries and cheeseburgers). Here’s another tip: Don’t lie down within three hours of eating a meal. Research shows this can aggravate heartburn symptoms.6Finally, maintain a healthy body weight. Excess abdominal fat places pressure on your stomach and LES. This makes it easier for stomach acid to back flow into your esophagus. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine confirms this.7 Researchers found that increases in body weight make heartburn symptoms worse. So if you’re not already doing PACE, get started now. In addition to lifestyle changes, you can take control of heartburn with natural alternatives to antacids.
Cure Heartburn Naturally Now
Over 40 million American adults suffer from heartburn. And most have no idea that you can cure it without antacids.Here are six effective, all-natural alternatives:1. Ginger Root - Research shows ginger can strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Add one-half teaspoon of freshly grated gingerroot to a cup of hot water. Let the ginger steep for 10 minutes. Strain the ginger and drink. 2. Peppermint – You can take peppermint in capsule form. But for optimal effect, get fresh peppermint. Place a wad of peppermint leaves between your molars and chew for a minute before swallowing. The calming effect on your stomach is almost immediate. 3. D-Limonene –It’s an extract from orange peel that’s highly effective. In one study, 90% of the people reported complete relief of their heartburn symptoms in just two weeks. What’s more, the effect lasted for six months after they stopped taking it.8 Take 1000 mg every other day for 20 days. Then take a maintenance dose as needed. You can find D-limonene at your local health food store. 4. Zinc – Zinc has incredibly powerful gastro-protective effects. One study compared zinc to famotidine (the over-the-counter drug Pepcid). The result? Patients in the zinc group experienced identical symptom relief to those who took Pepcid.9 You can find zinc at any health food store or even your local grocery store. Aim for 96 mg of elemental zinc per day. 5. Betaine Hydrochloride and Pepsin – This may seem a little counterintuitive. But taking hydrochloric acid (HCL) and pepsin (a digestive enzyme) with every meal can eliminate heartburn symptoms. It also helps break down your food. This ensures you get all the vitamins, minerals and nutrients you need. In fact, thousands of heartburn patients have experienced relief as a result of taking an HCL and pepsin combination.10 I’ve found it to be the case for many of my patients as well. Take one 600 mg capsule before each meal. You can find betaine HCL combined with pepsin at your local vitamin shop.
6. Mastic Gum Extract w/ DGL – Mastic gum has been used for thousands of years to heal heartburn. Studies even suggest that mastic gum can kill H.Pylori.11 You can often find it combined with deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) at your health food store. Traditional Chinese medicine has long used licorice for its ability to soothe and coat the stomach. Look for a formula that contains 1 gram of mastic gum extract and 760 mg of DGL.
Before the days of modern industry, your fish had abundant supplies of omega-3s. They dined on seaweed or algae and other fish below them in the food chain that ate these plants.
But these days, even some salmon has little to none of these essential fats. Farm-raised fish are fed corn, soy, those fish flakes that you feed the fish in your aquarium, and other unnatural foods. Since your body can’t make omega-3s on its own, it’s critical that you find ways to get a steady supply through the proper food sources and supplements. The benefits are practically endless when your body gets enough omega-3s. Many of my own patients have not only reversed disease but improved their mental and emotional lives as well.
Omega-3s have been shown to:
Prevent heart disease, cancer – even strokes
Lower blood pressure
Wipe out arthritis pain
Relieve depression
Lower triglycerides (blood fat)
Raise HDL (good cholesterol)
Boost memory and brain power
Lower your risk of macular degeneration
Protect blood vessels and nerves
Calm irregular heart rhythms, which can lead to sudden cardiac death
Find the Best Fish for Your Omega-3s
Don’t abandon fish altogether. They are still a great source of omega-3s.
I’ve put together a chart of the fish with the best ratios of omega-3s to omega-6s.
Omega-3 to Omega-6 Ratio of Wild-Caught and Farm-Raised Fish
Wild Sockeye Salmon
19:1
Wild Coho Salmon
10:1
Wild Trout
7:1
Wild Eel
5:1
Cod
5:1
Farmed Trout
4:1
Halibut
4:1
Swordfish
3:1
Flounder
3:1
Farmed Eel
2:1
Farmed Salmon
2:1
Black Bass
2:1
Farmed Catfish
1:11
Farmed Tilapia
1:11
Source: Journal of Diet Assoc (July 2008); American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (1990)
As you can see, there are a number of fish varieties from which to choose that will give you the heart-healthy omega-3s you need.
Here are my general rules when shopping for fish:
Avoid Apex-Predator Fish. While tuna (albacore and bluefin) have good amounts of omega-3s, you should avoid them because they tend to contain high levels of toxins like mercury. Overall, stay away from top-of-the-food-chain fish like tuna, shark, swordfish, tilefish, and king mackerel because of their mercury levels.
Choose Smaller Fish. Try to stick to smaller fish that are lower down on the food chain. They don’t typically eat other fish and fewer toxins get stored in their flesh. Good choices are herring, salmon, sardines, anchovies, trout, halibut, and haddock.
Always Buy Wild-Caught Fish. Farm-raised fish are simply fed an unnatural diet and become diseased and inflamed. The potential health risks could cost your body in the long run.
Because farm-raised fish don't have lots of room to swim and are prone to disease, they are often given antibiotics as well as preservatives and commercial dyes to give them a healthy color.4
For example, farm-raised salmon is not the nice pink color that you would see with wild salmon, so it is injected with dye. At your supermarket you will often see “color-enhanced” in small print under the farm-raised salmon sign.
Wild salmon, on the other hand, get their pink color from eating little sea creatures like krill. I prefer wild-caught salmon from the Pacific Ocean. You can find good quality wild-caught fish at specialty markets such as Whole Foods or Fresh Market. I often order mine online from Grassland Beef (www.grasslandbeef.com) or Alaskan Harvest Seafood (www.alaskanharvest.com). It comes right to your door, fresh, packed in dry ice.
Make up for the Critical Nutrients You’re Missing
Since your body doesn’t make enough omega-3 fatty acids on its own, choosing species of fish that have the highest levels of omega-3s is one way to get your daily supply. But this is not always possible, so supplementing with a good quality fish oil that is purified of contaminants is a sensible way to make sure you get enough to reap the health benefits.There are two supplements I recommend.
Fish Oil. I recommend taking an 1100 mg fish oil supplement every day. I’ve developed a new fish oil capsule that comes from the pristine, non-industrial waters off the coast of Peru. It’s safe, pure and provides a huge, healthy dose of omega-3s.
Cod liver oil. Cod liver oil is another great source of omega-3s. One teaspoon a day will give you the omega-3s you need. And I’ve developed an oil without the awful taste.
____________________
1 Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, “Wake Forest Researchers Say Popular Fish Contains Potentially Dangerous Fatty Acid Combination,” 7/8/20082 “Farmed Fish & Omegas,” Acres USA, September 20083 Barbara Minton. “Drug-Induced Fish: Hormone Causes Tilapia to Undergo Sex Change”. NaturalNews.com. 4/6/094 “Wild vs. Farm or Ocean Raised Fish”, DeliciousOrganics.com. viewed 5/27/09
When is Acid a Good Thing?
Antacids Mask the Symptoms of Heartburn, But Leave You Vulnerable to Dangerous Diseases
I’ve seen patients who eat Tums like candy. They claim relief from heartburn. Plus, they think the calcium in Tums would help keep their bones strong. Unfortunately Tums are not a good source of calcium… and they’re not a good solution for chronic heartburn either. In fact, taking over-the-counter antacids does you more harm than good. These acid-blocking drugs can be harmful to your digestive system and your overall health.When you take antacids on a regular basis, you create a low-acid environment in your stomach. Sure, it temporarily relieves your heartburn. But it opens the door to a whole host of problems.
Antacids Starve Your Body of Its Nutrients
Your stomach needs acid. And when you eat Tums like candy, you drive your acid to dangerously low levels. Your body uses this acid to break down the food you eat. And it protects you from harmful fungal and bacterial overgrowth. Taking antacids can cause a domino effect that puts your health at risk.Low stomach acid levels lead to a chronic condition known as hypochlorhydria. This happens when your body doesn’t have enough stomach acid to digest your food and extract the nutrients. Your stomach can’t break down your food properly. In turn, your body can’t absorb critical nutrients, vitamins and minerals. This includes essential-amino acids, B vitamins, and minerals like zinc. As you know, lack of good nutrition means trouble.One study of heartburn patients who took antacids like Prilosec and Prevacid for a year or more revealed a 44% greater risk of hip fractures.1 No wonder they market Tums with calcium!Hypochlorhydria sets the stage for many chronic conditions. Take a look:
risk Ulcers, Bad Breath, Cancer, and More… Just To Calm Your Heartburn
Bacterial/Fungal Overgrowth
Headaches
Auto-Immune Disease
Gastric Carcinoma
Indigestion
Heartburn
Yeast Infections
Bad Breath
Rectal Itching
Parasitic Infections
Belching
Food Sensitivities
Bloating
Nutritional Deficiencies
Duodenal Ulcers
Gas
Distension
Fatigue
Adrenal Fatigue
Gastritis
What’s more, without enough stomach acid, you have no protection against harmful bacteria… allowing them to thrive and colonize.In one study, researchers created a temporary low acid environment. Everybody experienced bacterial overgrowth in the proximal small intestine.2
Antacids Help This Killer Bacteria Breed in Your Gut
The bacterium known as H.Pylori poses the biggest threat to your health. It is a major cause of stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastritis, and even gastric cancer (one of the most lethal malignancies).3H.Pylori thrives in a low acid environment. It sets up a home base in the lining of your stomach. Then it attacks with a volley of inflammatory cells, which boost harmful free radicals and block the function of certain types of immune cells. The end result is chronic inflammation. Ultimately, that can lead to the destruction of your stomach cells’ DNA, causing gastric cancer. As you might guess, taking acid-blocking drugs over a long period only increases the chances of becoming infected with H.Pylori. But there’s good news. Prevention is simple -- stay clear of heartburn meds.
Age-Proof Your Stomach
Drug companies would have you think heartburn is a direct result of your stomach producing too much acid, which is why they call their products antacid. That’s simply not the case. The truth is your digestive system becomes weaker with age. The result is your stomach naturally produces less hydrochloric acid. Japanese researchers found that 60% of Japanese men and women over 50 suffered from achlorhydria (low stomach acid).4 And a study published in the American Journal of Digestive Diseases shows that number jumps to 69% once you hit 80.5So what causes heartburn?It has to do with the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). The LES is a sphincter muscle that lets food pass from the esophagus into the stomach. Once the food passes, it closes. This blocks stomach acid from coming back up through the esophagus.The problem starts when the LES doesn’t shut tight. Even a slight opening is enough to let stomach acid, bile and food through. The acid burns the lining of your esophagus, causing that painful burning feeling.So, antacids cure the symptom, but not the cause.
Simple Changes Provide Big Relief
I always tell my patients that you don’t need antacids to cure heartburn. You can do it naturally without putting your health at risk.Avoid smoking, caffeine, alcohol and citrus juices for starters. These can make your heartburn symptoms worse and contribute to LES malfunction. Choose mild foods and sauces over spicy ones. And stay clear of foods you know give you heartburn (usually it’s greasy and fried foods like pizza, French fries and cheeseburgers). Here’s another tip: Don’t lie down within three hours of eating a meal. Research shows this can aggravate heartburn symptoms.6Finally, maintain a healthy body weight. Excess abdominal fat places pressure on your stomach and LES. This makes it easier for stomach acid to back flow into your esophagus. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine confirms this.7 Researchers found that increases in body weight make heartburn symptoms worse. So if you’re not already doing PACE, get started now. In addition to lifestyle changes, you can take control of heartburn with natural alternatives to antacids.
Cure Heartburn Naturally Now
Over 40 million American adults suffer from heartburn. And most have no idea that you can cure it without antacids.Here are six effective, all-natural alternatives:1. Ginger Root - Research shows ginger can strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Add one-half teaspoon of freshly grated gingerroot to a cup of hot water. Let the ginger steep for 10 minutes. Strain the ginger and drink. 2. Peppermint – You can take peppermint in capsule form. But for optimal effect, get fresh peppermint. Place a wad of peppermint leaves between your molars and chew for a minute before swallowing. The calming effect on your stomach is almost immediate. 3. D-Limonene –It’s an extract from orange peel that’s highly effective. In one study, 90% of the people reported complete relief of their heartburn symptoms in just two weeks. What’s more, the effect lasted for six months after they stopped taking it.8 Take 1000 mg every other day for 20 days. Then take a maintenance dose as needed. You can find D-limonene at your local health food store. 4. Zinc – Zinc has incredibly powerful gastro-protective effects. One study compared zinc to famotidine (the over-the-counter drug Pepcid). The result? Patients in the zinc group experienced identical symptom relief to those who took Pepcid.9 You can find zinc at any health food store or even your local grocery store. Aim for 96 mg of elemental zinc per day. 5. Betaine Hydrochloride and Pepsin – This may seem a little counterintuitive. But taking hydrochloric acid (HCL) and pepsin (a digestive enzyme) with every meal can eliminate heartburn symptoms. It also helps break down your food. This ensures you get all the vitamins, minerals and nutrients you need. In fact, thousands of heartburn patients have experienced relief as a result of taking an HCL and pepsin combination.10 I’ve found it to be the case for many of my patients as well. Take one 600 mg capsule before each meal. You can find betaine HCL combined with pepsin at your local vitamin shop.
6. Mastic Gum Extract w/ DGL – Mastic gum has been used for thousands of years to heal heartburn. Studies even suggest that mastic gum can kill H.Pylori.11 You can often find it combined with deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) at your health food store. Traditional Chinese medicine has long used licorice for its ability to soothe and coat the stomach. Look for a formula that contains 1 gram of mastic gum extract and 760 mg of DGL.
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