The round, silver glow of the moon in the sky Read the Rest...]]> Reflections from Bhaktifest 2011

The round, silver glow of the moon in the sky is reflective of my inner state of fullness from this past weekend at BhaktiFest in Joshua Tree, California.  I arrived a bit busy in mind, hard around the edges and feeling overwhelmed by the continuous stream of emails and unfinished projects.  My nervous system was raw, edgy.  I was sensitive to sound and irritable.  Soon after arriving, the energy of Love from the collective gathered there began to crack through my outer casing.  I began to settle IN and relax.

There is so much in our world that pulls us off center, dulls our senses and distorts our mind.  It is vital to have times where we come together and remember that at the heart of all things is Love.  This lies at the heart of Bhakti Yoga, The yoga of devotion.  When we take pause, and come together in the spirit  of love, we remember its presence within all things and our attention shifts to it.

Bhakti Yoga is the glue that connects all yoga for if you search deeply enough you will find devotion at the core of all dedicated practitioners.  It is this devotion, this love for what we do that brings us to the mat day after day, year after year.  Perhaps the devotion is simply to stay thin and fit, perhaps it is to cultivating peace of mind, or to use the practice as a way to worship and pray.  In the words of the great Bhakti Yogi, Shyam Das, “Put bhakti at the center of all activities and you will be successful.”

My favorite translation of Bhakti is “sharing in divine love.”  My experience of Bhakti Festival was just that.  In every moment, someone was singing the name of God, expressing their love for someone, or practicing yoga in such a way as to remind themselves of their connection to the Earth, to each other and to the Source of all things.

Reflecting on the experience, I am deeply aware that we are the fortunate ones who can come together in this way and celebrate love.  Indeed, simultaneous to this happening there is war in other parts of the world, some are hungry and others are without homes.  All the more reason to be committed to Love in every moment of every day.  What does it cost us to live from a place of compassion and to put love before our petty differences or the need to be right?  It is the moment to moment choice to live in Love that creates the experience of compassion and the circumstances for peace.

So as we become elevated on any level, we have a greater and greater responsibility because we can do more good to the world or we could do more damage to the world.           – Radhanath Swami

One BhaktiFest highlight was listening to Radhanath Swami who shared a story about a simple, yet compassionate Indian woman.  The parable taught that the simple day to day acts of kindness and compassion are what really matter.  A powerful reminder that “how you do anything is how you do everything.”

As a physician I am invited into people’s lives for my Read the Rest...]]> By Dr. Andrew Dattila

As a physician I am invited into people’s lives for my expertise in the fields of allopathic medicine and complementary and alternative medicine. I consider this daily invitation to be the greatest challenge and the greatest honor of my life. Due to the nature of my practice I am often asked to participate in the care of both acute health crises as well as the management of chronic and degenerative disease states. Occasionally I will also have the opportunity to engage patients in the discussion of one of my favorite subjects; namely the science of physical regeneration and the art of attaining optimal health. In essence this is the field of preventive medicine and, thankfully, it is a rapidly evolving field that people are beginning to take seriously. As I finalize this protocol, however, I stand aghast at the present reality that I, as a physician, am confronted with. The catastrophe in Japan has captured the attention of the world- and rightly so. As my heart goes out to the victims of this disaster I simply cannot believe the audacity of our political leaders who, by nature of their continued support for nuclear energy, have contributed to yet another entirely preventable health crisis. Obviously the horrific consequences of past nuclear disasters such as Chernobyl have not been significant enough to push us towards implementing safe and renewable sources of energy. It is incomprehensible to me that the nuclear renaissance has gained so much support. As I type these words a second nuclear leak from the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station in Canada threatens to contaminate Lake Ontario which, as it just so happens, supplies the drinking water for millions of people. The bottom line seems painfully clear and that is we simply do not have the skill required to handle nuclear power in a safe fashion. Shockingly, President Obama in his role as ‘leader of the free world’ seeks only to open more nuclear power plants in the face of these current tragedies. This is not only unacceptable but, in my estimation, lies somewhere in between technological insanity and a most peculiar form of deviant psychopathic behavior.

As I network with an international collection of physicians, scientists, independent health researchers and concerned citizens to actively oppose and boycott these efforts to re-invest in nuclear power, I am also taking this time to create and send out my Nuclear Radiation Detoxification Protocol.

I would like all those who read this information to understand two main points.

First; unprotected exposure to ANY nuclear radiation significantly raises the chances of manifesting life-threatening medical conditions.

Second; there is no absolute cure for the types of radiation poisoning that we are now encountering. The list of action steps that I have compiled are the steps we can take to attempt to avoid manifesting undesirable health consequences related to nuclear radiation exposure. Based on a thorough review of the medical literature I absolutely feel that these steps will be part of our best chance to avoid the malignant conditions that arise from this type of toxic exposure.

Please do not be fooled by the absurd attempts of our ‘media experts’ to convince us that this is an issue pertaining solely to Japan. Radioactive debris from Fukushima has already been detected, albeit in small amounts so far, in California and the contamination is sure to affect Oregon, Washington State, Alaska, and British Columbia as well. The consequences will be very real and, without question, long-lasting. Furthermore, unless we upgrade our collective consciousness, we will surely encounter this type of horror again.

The following supplement protocol reveals exactly what I am doing to protect myself from potential interaction with radioactive fallout.

As always, if you have any pre-existing medical conditions please check with your primary care physician to see if any elements of this protocol are contraindicated for you. Also, if you are pregnant or interested in utilizing the following information for young adults and children less than 16 years of age; please contact me directly via email for adjusted dosage recommendations.

I sincerely hope we can begin working toward creating a global society based on compassion, innate intelligence, and the evolution of human awareness. If we choose to do so protocols like the one that follows will no longer be necessary. I pray for that day and will be actively working toward it.

Yours in Service,

Dr. Andrew Dattila

drdattila@gmail.com

Nuclear Radiation Detoxification Protocol:

The Basics-

In order to better understand the strategy which we will employ to aid our bodies in the efficient removal of radioactive toxicity we can first look at where in the body these isotopes tend to settle (if allowed to do so).

TARGET ORGAN                       ISOTOPE

Thyroid gland                                 Iodine 131

Skin                                                Sulfur 35

Lungs                                             Radon 222, Uranium 233, Plutonium 239

Liver                                             Cobalt 60

Kidneys                                        Ruthenium 106

Ovaries                                         Iodine 131, Cobalt 60, Ruthenium 106, Cesium 137

Bone                                             Radium 226, Strontium 90

Muscle                                         Cesium 137

We can now begin to protect ourselves with special emphasis on specific organ systems and targeting of specific isotopes.

Action Steps:

1)   To protect the thyroid from Iodine 131 we use the alginate and organic iodine components of the sea vegetables and, specifically, from the concentrated extract of Laminaria Japonica. The product I use is Modifilan.

Product Information:

http://www.modifilan.com/

Dosage (Preventive) = 3 caps in the a.m. and 3 caps in the afternoon with 8-16 oz pure water with each dose (best on empty stomach) x 90 days.

If you would rather not consume the gel cap you can always empty the capsules, consume the powder directly, and follow with water.

This dosage will provide roughly 150 mcg of organic iodine.

{Note: If you have a pre-existing thyroid condition (i.e., hypothyroid) you must consult with your primary care physician first}.

For those with known exposure to high levels of radiation (ex; Fukushima workers) the dosage would be doubled (6 caps a.m. /6 caps afternoon with at least 16 oz. water each dose). This would provide roughly 300 mcg. of organic iodine which provides chelation dosage without going into excess.

Modifilan was used with great success in the treatment of Chernobyl victims and, as a result, is my top choice for blocking Iodine 131 uptake.

Source:  http://www.modifilan-seaweed-extract.com/

If Modifilan sells out you can substitute fine, granulated Kelp powder. ¼ tsp. will provide 150 mcg of organic iodine and would be an ideal dose. You can safely increase to ¾ tsp daily;

http://www.seaveg.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=18&products_id=81

Here is a listing of both RDA and ‘Tolerable Upper Limits’ for Iodine:

and UNICEF (2).

Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (TUL) for iodine:

• 1-3 years: 900 mcg
• 4-8 years: 300 mcg
• 9-13 years: 600 mcg
• 14-18 years: 900 mcg
• 19 years and older: 1,100 mcg
• Pregnant women 14-18 years: 900 mcg
• Pregnant women 19 years and older: 1,100 mcg
• Lactating women 14-18 years: 900 mcg
• Lactating women 19 years and older: 1,100 mcg

To further support the thyroid gland I recommend 2-4 TBS/day of high quality coconut oil or coconut cream (taken raw- into any smoothie recipe of your choosing and never cooked);

Source:

http://www.qualityfirst.on.ca/CVO.htm

http://www.beonliving.com/shop/view/Coconut_Oil_Centrifuged

http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/coconut_cream_concentrate.htm

Should you desire some additional information on the use of coconut oil or if you are concerned about the saturated fat content of coconut oil please review the following:

http://raypeat.com/articles/articles/coconut-oil.shtml

2)   To protect our bones from Strontium 90:

We must first realize that exposure to strontium 90 decreases our reserves of Vitamin D which can create a cascade of health deficits. We also know that the trace mineral boron (necessary for proper utilization of calcium and, thus, necessary for optimal bone health) actively helps neutralize ingested radioactive isotopes like strontium 90.  As a result, I recommend the following product;

http://www.thesynergycompany.com/bone_renewal.html

Bone Renewal also provides whole food sourced and superbly bio-available calcium and magnesium which are essential for maintaining bone health.

Dosage:  I have changed the manufacturers recommended dosage slightly. Instead of 2 caps a.m. /3 caps p.m. I suggest 3 caps a.m and 3 caps p.m to increase daily boron and calcium amounts. This product can be taken indefinitely. After 90 days of continuous usage I would suggest testing serum levels of 25, OH Vitamin D to make sure your levels are optimal.

3)   To protect your body’s muscle mass from Cesium 137:

There is some information circulating around the internet that ingesting high doses of calcium and potassium will block Cesium 137 uptake. Unfortunately, this is incorrect. Cesium 137 mimics potassium in the human body and, as a result, can cause severe damage. The only treatment I know of is with Prussian blue;

http://www.bt.cdc.gov/radiation/prussianblue.asp

If you believe you have been contaminated with Cesium 137 contact me directly -or contact your primary care provider- as you will need to discuss the process of obtaining Prussian blue with a licensed health care provider.

4)   To protect and support our body’s main channels of elimination; namely the Liver, Kidneys, and Gastrointestinal tract-

I recommend the following;

http://www.ascendedhealth.com/nutrigenomics/Probiotics.htm#ActiveDetox

You will want to purchase one bottle of Active Detox Probiotic and one bottle of Living Pro Alive probiotic. The formulator of these products has paid special attention to choosing probiotic strains that assist the liver and kidneys with the difficult task of breaking down and removing heavy metals from the body.

Suggested Dosage: Week 1: start with 1 full dropper of Active Detox before bed.

Week 2: Increase dose to 2 full droppers before bed until bottle is finished.

When finished with Active Detox switch to Pro Alive and take 1-3 drops in 8 oz. water daily until bottle is finished.

I also recommend supporting the liver with the following;

http://www.jingherbs.com/Hepa-Pack/productinfo/300/

Dosage- 1 packet daily until finished.

5)   Immune system support and DNA protection;

*Miso- Based on Dr.Tatsuichiro Akizuki’s account of miso supplementation during the Nagasaki attack of 1945 (http://www.amazon.com/Nagasaki-1945-Full-length-Eyewitness-Account/dp/0704333821) I suggest obtaining high quality miso (the only soy based food I recommend) and consuming 1-2 bowls daily;

http://www.southrivermiso.com/

Coconut oil, kelp (as above), and high quality sea salt (up to 1 TBS. daily) can be added to the broth for thyroid gland and immune system support. Zybicolin, the binding agent in miso, aids in detoxifying and eliminating radioactive elements, including strontium 90. Miso also protects against radiation toxicity via dipicolinic acid, an alkaloid that chelates heavy metals and removes them from the body.

* Lypo-Spheric Vitamin C:

It is important to understand that when the body is exposed to radiation toxicity there is an immense systemic oxidative reaction that occurs. In addition, many radioactive isotopes have the ability to lodge in our fat cells. The Lypo-Spheric Vitamin C has the ability to help the body prevent and combat both oxidative stress and radioisotope storage in fat cells. I recommend 1 packet daily;

http://www.livonlabs.com/cgi-bin/start.cgi/lypo-spheric/LSC30.html

*Super Nano Green Tea:

DNA protection from high polyphenol content;

http://www.qnhshop.com/Super-Nano-Green-Tea-2oz-liquid.html

Dosage: ½ tsp. 1-2 x daily. Personally, I choose not to ingest alcohol so I follow these directions;

“…simply place a dose of the extract (usually ½ teaspoon) in a cup and add ½ cup of very hot water. Wait for 5 or 10 minutes for the alcohol to gas off. (Alcohol boils at 172 F [or 78.5 C] and will gas off at temperatures below boiling.”

*Japanese Red Pine Needle Oil (Pre- Fukishima harvest):

A superb aid to the immune system, this pine needle oil has the all-important ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and to subsequently assist in the removal of systemic heavy metal burden(s);

http://www.optimallyorganic.com/PineOil.htm?gclid=CIG_ve_u0acCFQli2godZX2Z9w

Dosage:
Liquid Oil in 2oz bottle: 5-7 drops directly in the mouth as a daily supplement.  Can be diluted in water or juice. 
450 mg Capsules: 1 capsule per day with food for the first week, then 1-3 capsules with or without food as a daily supplement.
This product is not recommended for women who are attempting to become pregnant, or are already pregnant or lactating.

6)   Lymphatic Support:

It is critical to keep our cellular waste fluid(s) flowing freely, without obstruction, so that toxins can be efficiently delivered to the detoxification and elimination pathways of the body. In addition, we need to access the body’s deep fat cells which can encase many toxins including radioactive toxins. My preferred method for deep release of toxins is the Far Infra Red (“FIR”) sauna;

http://www.sunlighten.com/products.htm

Many detoxification centers and healing spas now offer FIR sessions. I suggest doing a quick internet search for your geographic location to find the nearest possible location to utilize the FIR sauna technology. 1-2 sessions per week will go a long way to removing deeply stored toxins when used in conjunction with this protocol. Take care to maintain adequate hydration while using the FIR sauna.

7)   Skin support:

Our first defense against external toxic invasion and the largest organ of detoxification, we can assist our skin in quickly removing surface toxicity before deeper penetration occurs. I recommend clay baths as an effective detoxification aid;

http://www.magneticclay.com/store/magnetic-clay-bath-radiation.aspx

Follow the ‘Clay Bath Instructional Guide’. I suggest 2 clay baths per week and I generally will allow at least two day intervals between baths. Make sure you stay well hydrated when using the clay bath.

8) Water Purification:

In case of radioactive contamination of water supplies I highly recommend the following extract;

http://www.blackmica.com/black-mica-extract/

This Black Mica is currently being used to clean the water supply in Japan. I have personally used this product for the past year. It can be used for internal application as well. “Super shots” can be made by using 1-2 tsp in 2 oz. (shot glass size) of water. Follow up the shot by drinking 16 oz. of purified water. This can be done on an empty stomach 1-2 x daily for 90 days. This extract is excellent for removing heavy metal residues and many other toxins from your drinking water. Discard the precipitate that forms after you have purified your water. One small bottle should treat 125 gallons of water. You can also prepare a healing and detoxifying bath by adding ½- 1 full cup of the extract to your bath tub water. This will pull heavy metal residue from the skin and subcutaneous tissue(s).

9) A word about nutrition;

The final suggestion I would make is, no matter what your preferred diet, to leave out high sugar content foods. This includes refined carbohydrates, drastically hybridized seedless fruits (seedless oranges, grapes, etc…), starches, and all artificial sweeteners. Nothing crashes the immune system faster or more dramatically than refined sugar. As the primary goal of this protocol is to aid the immune system in the removal of potentially deadly radioactive toxicity we should make every effort to keep blood sugar levels balanced.

If you feel this information has been helpful please do not hesitate to pass it on to anyone that you feel may benefit from it.

Yours in Service,

Dr. Andrew Dattila

drdattila@gmail.com

http://www.bhaktifest.com