C.H.E.K Institute Faculty Session: H1N1 Vaccines, Headache Management, and Balancing Energy with Muscle Development

Evaluation of the Swine Flu (H1N1) Epidemic and Vaccine Measures

• General Context and News Prevalence:

  • The Swine Flu epidemic has experienced massive media coverage, making information unavoidable in newspapers and broadcast news.

  • JP Sears provides a review of current information considering "both sides of the coin," contrasting media narratives with alternative health perspectives.

  • Governmental Preparations:

    • United States: The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the US government purchased $250,000,000$ vaccines specifically for the $H1N1$ strain.

    • Sweden: The Swedish government purchased $18,000,000$ vaccines, which accounts for two vaccines for every individual in their population of $9,000,000$.

• Discrepancy in Testing and Reporting:

  • CDC Policy Shift: According to an article by Doctor Gary Null and Richard Gale, as of $08/30/2009$, the CDC discontinued testing individuals reporting flu-like symptoms for the swine flu vaccine/virus.

  • Labeling Issues: Patients presenting with flu-like symptoms are now automatically labeled as having swine flu, despite the discontinuation of objective scientific testing.

  • Investigative Findings by Cheryl Atkinson:

    • Atkinson reviewed state-by-state data prior to the testing suspension to determine the actual prevalence of the virus.

    • California: Prior to August 30, $98\%$ of people presenting with flu-like symptoms did not actually have swine flu.

    • Georgia: $97\%$ of cases were found not to be swine flu.

    • Alaska: $99\%$ of cases were not swine flu.

  • Clinical Severity: Doctor Joseph Mercola reports that the swine flu is actually a milder form of the flu stream relative to what is encountered in a normal flu season.

Safety Concerns and Toxicity of the Swine Flu Vaccine

• Mercury Content and Preservation:

  • Mercury Levels: A medical doctor on Fox News reported that the swine flu vaccine contains $25,000$ times the safe level of mercury for the human body.

  • Thermosol (Thimerosal): This is a mercury-based preservative used to protect the vaccine from contamination by other pathogens. Because mercury is highly toxic, it effectively kills pathogens, but health experts question its safety for humans.

  • Regulatory Waivers: Some states have lifted legal limits on mercury in vaccines specifically for this epidemic so that pregnant women and children under the age of $3$ can be eligible for the vaccine despite high mercury content.

• Health Implications of Mercury Exposure:

  • Defense Department Stance: The Department of Defense classifies mercury as extremely hazardous and potentially fatal if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin.

  • Neurological Impact: Mercury toxicity is heavily linked to neurological issues, including Alzheimer's, autism, and paralysis.

  • Autism Statistics: Reports suggest that since $1991$, autism cases have increased by $1,500\%$ due to the use of Thimerosal (Thermosol) in vaccines as a mercury carrier.

  • Vulnerable Populations: Fetuses, children under $3$, and pregnant women are the most susceptible to mercury poisoning, yet they are often prioritized for vaccination.

  • Anecdotal Evidence: JP Sears mentions a case in Texas where a middle-aged woman reportedly became paralyzed shortly after receiving the $H1N1$ vaccine.

• Historical Context (1976 Outbreak):

  • During the $1976$ swine flu epidemic, vaccines were implemented that were never proven safe.

  • Data suggests there were $300$ times more deaths caused by the vaccine itself than by the swine flu in $1976$.

Pathophysiology and Nutritional Causes of Chronic Headaches

• Artificial Sweeteners (Aspartame):

  • Toxicity Level: Aspartame was previously on the Pentagon's list for biochemical warfare weapons.

  • Brain Damage: Testing on monkeys showed that components of aspartame created literal holes in the brain.

  • Excitotoxicity: Aspartame acts as an excitotoxin, stimulating brain cell conductivity to the point of burnout and cell death.

  • Pain Perception: While the brain itself lacks pain receptors, the surrounding membranes and feeding blood vessels do feel pain, leading to headaches.

  • Common Sources: Chewing gum, diet sodas, protein powders, and sports supplements.

• Food Intolerances and Dietary Management:

  • Rotation Diet: Implementing the four-day food rotation (detailed on pages $237$ and $238$ of How to Eat, Move, and Be Healthy) allows the body to clear intolerances. Continuous consumption of the same foods (e.g., eggs or chicken daily) can trigger chronic symptoms.

  • Gluten: Gluten is a major contributor to body aches and headaches. A two-week elimination trial is recommended; however, a full $60$-day trial is more accurate as it takes that long for small intestine inflammation to subside.

  • Testing: Functional nutritionists can use blood or saliva tests for food allergies, though these are not considered "end-all-be-all" and may have inaccuracies.

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) for Headache Relief

• Theoretical Basis:

  • EFT is a tool used to move "stuck energy" through the body's meridian system. Blockages in these meridians are often the root cause of headache symptoms.

  • It functions similarly to homeopathy: by acknowledging and embracing the pain (rather than resisting it), the symptoms can diffuse.

• Step-by-Step EFT Procedure for Headaches:

  1. Subjective Assessment: Rate the headache intensity on a scale of $0$ to $10$ (where $10$ is excruciating and $0$ is pain-free).

  2. The Setup Phrase: While tapping the side of the hand (karate chop point), repeat three times: "Even though I have this headache, I deeply love and accept myself."

  3. Tapping Sequence: Use a reminder phrase ("this headache") while tapping the following meridian endpoints:

     • Top of the head.

     • Beginning of an eyebrow.

     • Corner of an eye.

     • Under the eye.

     • Under the nose.

     • On the chin.

     • Under the collarbone (where it meets the sternum).

     • Under the arm (a few inches below the armpit).

     • On the wrist.

     • On the side of the hand.

  4. Re-evaluation: Reset the $0-10$ score. If the number has decreased but is not yet $0$, repeat the cycle until the pain clears.

Balancing Energy-Building and Muscle Mass Maintenance

• The Problem of Physiological Load:

  • High-intensity training for muscle mass is an energy-taxing "workout" activity. When an individual is burned out (Stage 3 Adrenal Exhaustion), additional high-intensity training increases the "physiological load" without sufficient recovery deposits.

  • Adrenal Health: Overtraining beyond one's capacity messes up the Cortisol to DHEA ratio.

  • DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone): An anabolic hormone and precursor to sex hormones responsible for building muscle. If adrenal production falters, long-term muscle maintenance becomes impossible.

• The Therapeutic Phase (Investment Strategy):

  • Investment Metaphor: Just as investing money means having less in the bank account initially to gain more later, taking a break from high-intensity training may lead to short-term muscle loss but ensures long-term anabolic health.

  • Duration: This phase can last from one month to an entire year depending on the severity of burnout.

  • Substitute Exercises: Focus on "working in" via zone exercises, Qigong, gentle yoga, and restorative sleep.

• Protocol for Athletes and Necessary Performance:

  • If muscle mass must be maintained for a professional sport or job, other lifestyle factors must become extremely strict to compensate for the workout stress:

    • Sleep: Prioritize $8$ to $9$ hours per night.

    • Nutrition: Avoid chemically processed foods; follow a clean, organic diet and a food rotation plan.

    • Stress Management: Address psychological stressors and emotional attachments to muscle size.

    • Energy Work: Use chakra balancing and zone exercises to offset high-intensity outputs.

Questions & Discussion

• Question from Peter regarding the Swine Flu Epidemic:

  • Response: JP Sears emphasizes "informed consent." He highlights that media information is often biased and that individuals must rigorously seek out alternative data regarding vaccine safety and actual virus prevalence. He notes that if something contains toxic material and hasn't been proven safe, the logical choice is to treat it as unsafe.

• Question from Charlie regarding Chronic Headaches:

  • Response: JP explains that $100$ different people may have $100$ different causes for headaches. He outlines a hierarchy of interventions starting with the removal of aspartame, followed by managing food intolerances (specifically gluten), and finally utilizing subtle energy tools like EFT.

• Question from John regarding Building Energy without Losing Muscle:

  • Response: JP discusses the conflict between physiological load and recovery. He suggests that if intensive training must continue, the athlete must be flawless in every other lifestyle area (sleep, diet, stress management). He also encourages athletes to examine the emotional attachment to muscle mass as a potential psychological blockage.