It
releases hormone-like substances that stimulate other endocrine glands and
tissues to produce or release specific hormones, steroids, neurotransmittersand the like. The structure of the pituitary is divided into two parts: the
posterior lobe, which is an outgrowth from part of the brain, and the anterior
lobe, being an outgrowth from the pharynx. The pituitary is attached and
lives under the hypothalamus portion of your brain (behind the eyes in the
middle of the head). The pituitary, being the master gland, controls some of the functions of
most other glands. When the pituitary becomes weakened it can affect the
whole body, causing a chain reaction, thereby producing multiple symptoms. The pituitary gland can affect the thyroid or adrenal glands in a positive or
negative way. It is important to understand these reflex possibilities to help
you address your weaknesses properly and to gain more successful results. Some of the far-reaching effects of a weakened pituitary gland include
neurological weaknesses such as: multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and cerebral
palsy (from lack of adrenal cortex stimulation), as well as hypothyroidism,
hypo-function of the ovaries, underactive or overactive tissue or cell growth,
rapid aging, diabetes, and lactation problems. The middle of the transverse colon (large intestine) has a relationship to
the pituitary 
and brain. Oftentimes this part of the bowel becomes impacted,
toxic and weakened, thereby feeding toxins directly to the pituitary gland. Being one of the first areas of the body formed in the embryo stages of life,
the GI tract is linked to all tissues in the body in ways we do not yet
understand. We do know that in the embryo stages the spinal cord and the gut
tissues are the first manifestation from the head area. As the embryo cell
opens up, this gut tissue now becomes the source of most of our organs and
glands. This gut tissue in the fetus later becomes the GI tract, thus creating a
dynamic relationship between the GI tract and the rest of the body. Because
of this, it is vital that you clean and strengthen the GI tract in your
detoxification program, that is, if you wish to have true success at
regenerating your glands, as well as your whole body. PINEAL GLAND
 
The pineal gland is a small, flattened, cone-shaped gland located behind and
just above the eyebrows (connected to the roof of the 3rd ventricle of the
brain). Scientific research hasn’t revealed much about this endocrine gland as
of yet. We know that it synthesizes melatonin, which is a hormone that
relaxes you and aids in the sleep process. Melatonin may affect skin and hairpigmentation. Melatonin is inhibited by light striking the retina. The pineal
gland is regulated by light (internal and external). In spiritual circles the pineal gland is called the “third eye,” “tisra til,” or
the “10th door.” It is considered the window into the heavens —the eye of
heaven—and is a point focused on in meditation. THYROID AND PARATHYROID GLANDS
 
The thyroid consists of two lobes in the anterior portion (front) of the neck. The parathyroid consists of four or more small glands on the back of the
thyroid. Since many people choose to consume “cooked” dairy products and
refined sugars (highly mucus-forming), they develop congestion throughout
the sinus cavities, head area, throat, bronchi and lungs. The
thyroid/parathyroid, since it is located in the throat area, also becomes
congested and either becomes hyperactive (overactive) or, as in most cases,
hypoactive (underactive). From clinical observation, blood tests that show
levels of thyroid hormones T4s, T3s and TSHs are very inaccurate at
determining thyroid function. I have included the Basal Temperature Test in
Appendix A
 because it is a better overall indicator of thyroid function. The job of the thyroid/parathyroid glands includes increasing and/or
decreasing the following: metabolism; the ability of cells to absorb and use
glucose; protein metabolism for growth; the use of fats; rate and strength of
the heart beat; rate and depth of respiration; and the rate of calcium
absorption from blood, intestines, bones and kidneys. The
thyroid/parathyroid also has an interrelationship with other glands, not quite
understood at this time. The symptoms of hypothyroidism (low thyroid function) include: bone
loss, improper bone growth, brittle and ridged fingernails, hair loss, cold
hands and feet, a dislike of cold weather, heart arrhythmias, heart attacks,
depression, connective tissue weaknesses, scoliosis of the spine, arthritis,
fatigue, slow metabolism, obesity, hot flashes, cramping, spasms, myxedemas
and growth issues. The symptoms of hyperthyroidism (over-active thyroid) include goiter,
protruding eyes, hyperactivity, thyrotoxicosis, and excessive-growth issues.Since the thyroid/parathyroid affects the body’s ability to utilize calcium,
we find that bone problems, depressive disorders and connective tissue
weaknesses can be eliminated by regenerating the thyroid/parathyroid glands. Hyperthyroidism is easy to overcome through 
detoxification. Never allow
any doctor to destroy or remove the thyroid gland because of hyperactivity
The thyroid/parathyroid gland is vital to your well-being in a multitude of
ways that greatly affect your quality of life. THYMUS
 
The thymus gland consists of two pinkish/gray, flat-looking, symmetrical
lobes and is located in the middle of your sternum (mediastinal) in front of
(anterior to) and above your heart. Each lobe of the thymus gland has several
lobules. However, as in many glands, there is a cortex (outer portion) and a
medulla (inner portion). The outer portion is full of lymphoid tissues
containing many cells called thymocytes. The medulla has some thymocytes
but mostly contains large corpuscles (Hassall’s). The thymus gland is considered the master gland of the immune system. It is large in children, but becomes much smaller with age. Because of diet
and lifestyle, the thymus can be almost completely atrophied by the time of
old age. Your thymus gland is essential to the maturation (maturing) of thymic
lymphoid cells called T-cells. T-cells are small-to-medium-sized lymphocytes
(white blood cells) that are a part of a class of immune cells called NK or
natural killer cells. These cells, along with the B-cells (bone marrow cells),
are the Marine and Navy Seals of your body’s police force. These are vital, as
they are the source of cell-mediated immunity, meaning not controlled by
antibodies. Cell-mediated immunity is vital in helping the body fight the
invasion of molds, yeasts, fungus, bacteria, viruses and the like. Keep your
thymus and the rest of your body always healthy. Remember, the strong
survive, the weak perish. ADRENAL GLANDS
 
An adrenal gland is located on top of each kidney, and, except for thepituitary gland, the adrenal glands are possibly the most important glands in
the body. The reason for this is twofold. First, they produce
neurotransmitters, which are essential for brain and nerve function. These
neurotransmitters include epinephrine (adrenaline), norepinephrine and
dopamine, which affect the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system,
turning nerve responses on or off. This affects almost all tissues in the body,
including the heart, vascular system, intestines, skin and kidneys. The
sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems comprise the two divisions
of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). This system regulates your
unconscious (involuntary) tissue actions like pupil dilation and constriction,
heartbeat and breathing. Low blood pressure (systolic under 118) is always an indicator of
adrenal weakness, and at least 50 percent of high blood pressure cases reflect
adrenal (medulla) weakness as well. A healthy blood pressure is 120–130
systolic (top number) over 60–70 diastolic (bottom number). Long-term
effects of adrenal medulla weakness include, but are not limited to: asthma,
multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, cerebral palsy, panic attacks, shyness and
impatience. The second reason for the importance of the adrenal glands is the cortex
(or outer portion) that produces cortical-type steroids or hormones. These
hormones include glucocorticoids (cortisol and cortisone for carbohydrate
utilization); aldosterone (regulating our electrolytes, sodium and potassium);
estradiol (an estrogen); and progestins (including progesterone). Many of
these steroids act as anti-inflammatory compounds, which are vital to
combating inflammatory processes within the body. These steroids affect
muscle, nerve, gastrointestinal and cardiovascular tissues. Cortisol, for example, is a catabolic hormone (steroid) that initiates
change and activates breakdown. Cortisol also aids in the conversion of fat
and protein to glucose. Cortisol is one of the adrenal gland’s (glucocorticoid)
steroids that 
mediates inflammation. Catabolic (breakdown) processes in the
body generally cause acidosis, hence inflammation. This process can produce
a great amount of inflammation and tissue damage. This damage stimulates
the adrenal glands to increase cortisol production, which can cause further
inflammation. Also, excess production of cortisol from the adrenal glands can affect
blood pressure by increasing or reducing the loss of sodium in the urine,
because cortisol increases protein breakdown and decreases protein synthesis. It affects all the other tissues in the body. Especially hard hit is your muscletissue. All this is initiated by acidosis and heads one down the road to disease
and degeneration. It affects the aging of the skin, promotes osteoporosis by
reducing TSHs, which reduces the production of thyroid hormone, which
eventually leads to hypothyroidism. Remember, the thyroid gland is
responsible for the body’s calcium utilization. Caffeine, soda, and tea can also
enhance the production of excessive cortisol. All these steroid-type hormones are synthesized from cholesterol, which
also acts like or is used by the body as an anti-inflammatory agent or lipid. All things happen for a reason. If your cholesterol is building up on vascular
walls or in tissues, what does that tell you? Remember that cholesterol is an
anti-inflammatory agent or lipid. If it is building up in your body or if your
liver is producing too much of it, this tells you that you have too much
inflammation in your body. Since most people choose to eat a predominantly acid-forming diet, over-
acidic (acidosis) conditions of the body (both systemic and cellular) begin to
take place. Acidosis and inflammation are virtually the same thing. Added to
acidic diets are the acid-type hormones. Females produce testosterone and a
lot of estrogen, which are acid-type hormones. Each month ovarian estrogen
is produced in large amounts, which breaks down the inner lining of the
uterine wall, causing the monthly menstruation cycle. Men 
also produce the
acidic hormones testosterone and androsterone. These are aggressive-type
hormones. They effect many different cellular changes from the breakdown
of tissue to the increased growth of tissue … all types of tissue, from hair
(pubic, facial, etc.) to muscle tissue. These hormones affect sexual behavior,
increase blood flow and cause erections. These acid-type hormones in men
and women are naturally counterbalanced by the body with the production of
progesterone and other steroids, which are anti-inflammatory and produced
in the adrenal glands. When these acid-type hormones are over-produced, or
not balanced by steroids, they can cause inflammation in tissues. Adrenal Gland Weakness
Low adrenal gland 
(medulla)
 function causes low blood pressure from
insufficient neurotransmitters and starts a process of nerve disorders,
breathing problems, and heart arrhythmias. Low adrenal gland 
(cortex)
 function causes insufficient steroid
production leading to acidosis and inflammation. This causes—I
N
 F
EMALES:
Ovarian cancer, breast cancer, cervial cancer, uterine cancer
Ovarian cysts
Conception problems
Miscarriage problems
Menstrual bleeding problems
Uterine fibroids
Endometriosis
Fibromyalgia
Fibrocystic breasts
Osteoporosis
Unchecked inflammation
M
ALES
:
Prostate cancer
Erection problems
Testosterone dominance
Prostatitis
F
EMALES
 
AND
 M
ALES:
Scleroderma
Bursitis and arthritis
Spinal and pelvic inflammation
Lower back weakness
Sciatica
Diabetes
Kidney and bladder weakness
 
You can begin to see how inflammation is developed in the body
through diet and hormone imbalance (from glandular weaknesses). This
inflammation leads to tissue failure and death. This is why it is essential that
our endocrine gland system functions properly and remains in balance. When
the endocrine glands become hypo- (under) or hyper- (over) active, this
creates many disease symptoms. As you can see, when inflammation goes unchecked by proper steroid
activity, this inflammation begins to harden and destroy tissue. Long-terminflammation leads to devastation of tissues, leading to tissue (cellular) death. Another extremely important factor, as previously stated, is the
inflammation in the vascular system (vasculitis, phlebitis, etc.) from over-
acidic diets. When the adrenals do not produce enough steroids to fight the
inflammation, we find that the body will use cholesterol directly. This causes
our vascular system to become occluded (blocked) from plaqued cholesterol. PANCREAS
(Also see The Digestive System, previously covered in 
Module 2.6
)
Your pancreas is both an endocrine and an exocrine gland, meaning that
it produces hormones
(insulin) that are secreted directly into the blood (endocrine), and other
substances (enzymes, etc.) that are secreted by ducts (exocrine). The endocrine portion consists of cells called islets of Langerhans, which
secrete various hormone-like substances that assist the body in utilization
and energy factors. The various cells that comprise the islets of
Langerhans are as follows:
Alpha cells secrete glucagon, which increases blood glucose levels by
stimulating the liver to convert stored glycogen to glucose. Glucagon also
increases the use of fats and excess amino acids, for use as energy. Beta cells secrete insulin, which decreases blood glucose levels. Insulin
acts as a “driver” that transports glucose through cell membrane walls. It
facilitates the conversion of glucose to glycogen and is thought to be
involved in amino acid synthesis. Delta cells secrete somatostatin, which inhibits:
the secretion of glucagon
the secretion of insulin
a growth hormone from the anterior portion of the pituitary gland
the secretion of gastrin from the stomach
 
OVARIES
 
The ovaries are two almond-shaped glands found in the female of a species. The ovaries have two functions. One is to produce the reproductive cell(ovum) and the other is to produce hormones. In humans, the ovaries are
found on each side of the pelvic cavity, each attached to the uterus. Each
ovary consists of two parts: the cortex (or outer portion) and the medulla (or
inner portion). The cortex (outer portion) consists of mainly various types of follicles
(small sacs). Each follicle (or sac) has an ovum (egg) and a small, yellow
endocrine gland (corpus luteum). This gland (corpus luteum) secretes both estrogen and progesterone. It
should be noted that pro-hormones from the adrenal glands are necessary for
proper progesterone production in the corpus luteum. The FSH (Follicle
Stimulating Hormone) from the hypothalamus induces the release of the
ovum (egg). The estrogen-releasing hormone—the LH (Luteinizing
Hormone)— comes from the anterior portion of the pituitary gland. Both of
these are vital to proper ovulation. Hormones
One of the major problems that you or your healthcare practitioner face is
how to make tissues (including organs and glands) respond after they have
become hypoactive, especially to the point of chronic or degenerative states. This is a question that all practitioners should ask themselves. The one thing
that you do not want to do is to treat the symptoms that are the effect of this
underactivity, especially by supplementing the by-product (hormones,
enzymes, steroids, neurotransmitters, etc.) that the tissue (gland) makes and
provides for your body. Examples of this are hormones like estrogen (ovarian) or thyroxine
(thyroid). When you supplement what your body naturally supplies, you stop
that particular tissue from producing it. I learned that when you take
synthroid (a synthetic form of thyroxine), it makes your thyroid glands even
weaker. This is true of all the hormones, including DHEA, melatonin, etc. You do not want to supply a hormone (or substance) that your body needs to
produce. Again, this will shut down your body’s ability to produce these
substances. This is because your body sees no need to produce these catalysts
if they are already present. This eventually makes the respective gland even
weaker. Estrogen is an acid-type hormone that stimulates tissues in many different
ways. The most notable way is the stimulating of the inner lining of the uterus
to bleed each month, causing menstruation. It is also used for developmentand maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics, like breast size and
shape. Estrogen affects the shape of the female body. A female also produces
a form of estrogen in her liver, fat cells and adrenal glands. Estrogen must always be counterbalanced by a steroid called
progesterone. Progesterone is a steroid produced in the ovaries and the
adrenal glands. Progesterone needs a pro-hormone, DHEA, produced in the
adrenal glands, to be properly produced. Therefore, when the adrenal glands
are hypoactive, this can affect the production and release of progesterone,
leaving a woman estrogen dominant. This causes a domino effect, creating
extensive cellular acidosis, and leads to ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids,
fibrocystic issues, female cancers and other conditions. Always keep your glands healthy, as these are the regulators of most of
your bodily functions. TESTES/TESTICLES (GONADS)
 
A male has two oval-shaped testicles located in the scrotum. These are the
male reproductive glands and are a part of the endocrine gland system. Reproductive cells called spermatozoa are produced in the testes. These
glands also produce testosterone and inhibin. Testosterone is secreted by the interstitial cells called “Cells of Leydig,”
and inhibin is secreted by the sustentacular cells. It should be said here that
testosterone (steroid) is like estrogen in its aggressive nature in creating
cellular changes. Progesterone is a cortical-type steroid produced in the
adrenal glands that 
counterbalances estrogen and testosterone, especially
when they create inflammation. Testosterone is also produced in the cortex of
the adrenal glands of both males and females. Testosterone accelerates growth and cellular function, as well as
stimulates the flow of blood. It has similar characteristics to estrogen in
affecting secondary sexual characteristics. It also affects:
erections
proper growth and development of male sexual organs
deepening of the voice
greater muscle development
development of pubic, facial and excess body hairdistribution of fat
many metabolic relationships
Summary: The Endocrine Glandular System
 
AH of the endocrine glands are vital to the health and well-being of the
physical body. It is enough to say that every tissue in your body interacts
with every other tissue. This is why we should look at the body as a whole
entity, working as one for the well-being of itself. All that it does is for self-
survival. Study and learn about the functions of your endocrine glands. This will
help you a great deal. We must learn the ways and secrets of this incredible,
conscious machine that can perform like a new car if kept clean and fed
properly with the correct building materials and fuels. Look to nature for
your answers, not science. Use science to try to fill in what pieces of
information you might need to understand how things work. However, always step back and try to get a picture of your body as a
whole and how it would function in nature. There is an old saying that
exemplifies this: “Sometimes you can’t see the forest for the trees.” If you’re
always looking at the trees, you sometimes miss the beautiful forest. The
whole is far greater than its parts (and yet, its parts make up the whole). That
is to say, forget what you think you know about health and observe nature
and how it works. You will learn a lot more about the truth of things,
especially on how to get healthy. As previously noted, 75 percent of all diseases have an endocrine gland
involvement. Through generations of toxic and acid food consumption we
have weakened our glandular system to the point of atrophy in many cases. Most humans do not think of strengthening their cells, so they keep
passing down genetically weakened tissue generation after generation. The
problem here is that each generation is weaker than the last. Look around and
observe the conditions of our children. They’re coming into this world with
chronic and degenerative glandular weaknesses. No medicine on earth can
stop this. Health is the only answer! As previously stated, your glands are the bosses (or controllers and
regulators) of the cells, tissues and organs of the body. When they become
hyper- (over) active or hypo- (under) active, it can create many cellularchanges. This can have a highly acidic effect upon tissues, leading to
lymphatic and immune responses. This is especially true with estrogen,
testosterone and aldosterone. Long-term exposure without cortisone and
progesterone buffers can lead to fibrocystic conditions of tissues, as well as
tissue atrophy (destruction) and cancers. MODULE 2.9
The Muscular System
 
CONNECTIVE TISSUE
 
Connective tissue is a strong tissue, composed of collagen (protein) fibers,
that forms organs, glands, tissues (muscles), etc. Connective tissue offers
support, strength and form to cells and their respective tissues. Calcium is one
of the main components, besides protein, that affects the strength of
connective tissues. When the thyroid gland is weak, you lose your ability to
utilize calcium. This can create a variety of effects, including: hemorrhoids,varicose/spider veins, prolapsed conditions of organs (bladder, uterus, skin,
etc. ), fingernail ridging and weaknesses, and hair loss. TENDONS
 
Tendons are composed of fibrous connective tissue and serve as fasteners or
attachments of muscles to bones and other parts. MUSCLES
 
Muscles are tissues that consist primarily of contractile cells. These tissues
(muscles) serve to produce movement. They also serve as structural support. An example of this would be the spine, where all the muscles on each side of
the vertebrae serve as supports. If one side becomes weaker through toxicity
and inflammation, the strong side will pull the spine out of place. There are three basic types of muscles in your body: involuntary (or
smooth muscles), voluntary (or striated muscles), and cardiac muscles. INVOLUNTARY (OR SMOOTH MUSCLES) —
Fall under the autonomic nervous system (without conscious control). Smooth muscles are composed of spindle-shaped cells and have no cross
fibers or sections (unstriated). Involuntary muscles mainly comprise internal
organs, including the GI (gastrointestinal) tract, urinary tract and respiratory
passages. VOLUNTARY (OR STRIATED)—Found mainly as skeletal muscles, but
also can be found in the throat (esophagus, etc.). Voluntary muscles fall
under the voluntary nervous system (CNS) for conscious control. These
muscles have fibers grouped into bundles and are surrounded by connective
tissue formed into cylinders. These are stronger muscles, designed for heavier
activity (pulling, stretching, etc.). CARDIAC MUSCLES — Similar to striated muscles in that they are made up
of tissues that are like long cylinders. Cardiac muscles form a continuous
network of cylinder fibers with intervals of intercalated disks or cross-type
fibers called Purkinje fibers. Purkinje fibers create the impulse-conducting
system of the heart.Muscles come in many shapes and sizes. They include:
Strap or flat type
Striated, which have cross-over sections in their fibers for added strength
Unstriated, which have no cross-sections. They are called smooth
muscles. Spindle-shaped (triangular) muscles with a “fleshy” body and tapering at
one end like a “top”
Papillary muscles which are like columns supporting valves (heart)
Sphincter muscles—circular-type muscles which make up various
sphincters, including the stomach. Sphincter muscles also encircle
various ducts and orifices (anus, etc.). Muscles of the Body
A
NTIGRAVITY MUSCLES
Muscles that help support posture
A
GONIST MUSCLES
Muscles that are the prime central movers
A
NTAGONISTIC MUSCLES
Muscles that create opposing actions
B
IPENNATE MUSCLES
Muscles with tendons
C
ARDIAC MUSCLES
Muscles of the heart
E
XTENSOR MUSCLES
Muscles that extend a part
E
XTRINSIC MUSCLES
Muscles located outside an organ that help hold its position
F
IXATION MUSCLES
Muscle that holds (steadies) a part, so that more precise movements in a
related structure can take place
F
LEXOR MUSCLES
Muscles that help to flex or bend partsH
AMSTRING MUSCLES
Muscles (3) located in the back of the thigh
I
NTRINSIC MUSCLES
Muscles that have both ends tied within a structure
I
NVOLUNTARY MUSCLES
Smooth muscles that respond by way of the autonomic nervous system
S
KELETAL MUSCLES
Muscles that are attached to bones and are considered of the voluntary type
S
MOOTH MUSCLES
(Unstriated) Involuntary muscles which are unstriated (have no cross-section
tissues), such as the intestinal tract, etc. S
TRAP MUSCLES
Muscles which are flat in nature (thyroid cartilage, etc.) S
TRIATED MUSCLES
Muscles that have cross-sections of tissue in their fibers for added strength
S
YNERGISTIC MUSCLES
Muscles that assist other muscles with their actions
V
OLUNTARY MUSCLES
Muscles that respond to the voluntary nervous system (CNS)
 
 MODULE 2.10
The Nervous System
 
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (CNS)
 
The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the brain and spinal cord. These tissues consist of gray and white matter. The white matter transmits
impulses throughout the CNS. The brain is made up of nerve tissue and is contained within the cranial
cavity of the cranium. It has three parts to it: the cerebrum, cerebellum, and
the brainstem (medulla, pons and midbrain). There are five lobes that make
up these three parts. These five lobes are the frontal, parietal, occipital,
temporal and the insular. The brain and spinal cord are the centers of communication, regulation,
coordination and sensory evaluation of the body. The medulla area of the brain lies at the base of the skull, atop the axis at
the spine. The medulla has many jobs and functions, including influencing
blood pressure, heart rate, metabolic rate and rate of glandular secretions. It
also affects mineral utilization (thus pH factors), and controls oxygen supply
and water retention. The medulla is also considered the equilibrium center. This area of the brain is greatly affected by congestion from dairy products
and refined sugars. You especially see this when the tonsils (lymph nodes)
have been removed. This causes poor lymphatic drainage of the cerebral
areas, leading to poor circulation and elimination within these tissues and to a
host of other conditions including dizziness, equilibrium problems and blood
pressure issues. AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM (ANS)
 
The autonomic nervous system is self-controlling (somewhat automatic) or
independent of our outward consciousness. It controls the involuntary bodily
functions.Two Branches
S
YMPATHETIC NERVOUS SYSTEM
The sympathetic nervous system is called the 
thoracolumbar division
 as
it relates to the thoracic and lumbar regions of the body. The sympathetic nervous system dominates during stressful situations. It
causes the fight-or-flight sensation in the presence of fear and danger. P
ARASYM
PATHETIC NERVOUS SYSTEM
The parasympathetic nervous system is called the 
craniosacral division,
as it relates to the cranial and sacral spine regions (upper spine and
brain). The parasympathic nervous system dominates during non-stressful times. SYMPATHETIC IMPULSES AFFECT:
(Fight-or-flight response)
vasodilatation in skeletal muscle
vasoconstriction in the skin
increase of heart rate and force
dilation of bronchioles
stimulation of liver to change glycogen to glucose
activation of sweat glands
decrease in peristalsis and intestinal secretions
dilation of pupils
increase in thickness of saliva from salivary glands
creation of goose flesh (hair stands on end)
slowing of the digestive process
release norepinephrine
PARASYMPATHETIC IMPULSES AFFECT:
slowing of a fast (tachycardia) heart rate
normalization of bronchioles
increase of peristalsis and normalization of digestive juices
constriction of the pupils
normalization of urinary function
release acetylcholine as a transmitterMODULE 2.11
The Reproductive System
 
PROSTATE GLAND
 
The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system. It is clam-shaped
and consists of three lobes, which surround the neck of the bladder and
urethra. It is partly muscular tissue and partly glandular tissue. The glands are
exocrine and have ducts that open into the prostate portion of the urethra (the
tube or canal that urine flows through from the bladder to the outside of the
body). In men the semen is discharged through the urethra. The prostate gland secretes a thin, semi-clear, alkaline fluid, which makes
up 30 percent of the seminal fluid. This fluid is used primarily for lubrication,
but also stimulates active sperm movement. Prostatitis (inflammation of the
prostate gland) occurs from acidosis. The most common contributing factor,
however, is hypo-active adrenal glands. This creates low steroid production
to counterbalance aggressive male hormones. This leads to prostate over-
stimulation and inflammation. TESTES
 
See 
Glandular System 
Module 2.8
OVARIES
 
See 
Glandular System 
Module 2.8
UTERUS
 The uterus is a muscular, ear-shaped sac (or cavity) that becomes a “house”
for a fertilized egg. it This hollow sac becomes the home for the embryo, as it
unfolds into the fetus, on its journey to become the newborn infant. A mucous membrane called the 
endomevtrium
 lines the uterus. The
uterus is divided it into three parts: the main body (or the upper y portion),
called the 
fundus;
 the center (constrictive) or central area, called the 
isthmus;
and e finally, the lower portion that unites with the vagina, which is called the
cervix. The uterus lies in the mid-pelvic area, between the sacrum and the
symphysis pubis. The e lower portion of the fundus has two tubes that extend
one to each ovary. These are called the 
fallopian tubes. The fallopian tubes
are the pathway the ovum (egg) takes on its journey from the ovaries to the
uterus. Menstruation
 is a monthly ovulation cycle where estrogen (an acid
hormone) triggers 
cellular bleeding in the uterus. This is God’s way of
“cleaning the house” each month. In this way, if the ovum (egg) becomes
fertilized, its home will have been cleaned and prepared. It should be noted
here the importance of progesterone, which is a steroid produced in the
ovaries and in the adrenal glands. Adrenal progesterone (or DHEA-induced
ovarian progesterone) is essential to stop the action of estrogen and its effect
upon the uterine tissue. If progesterone (anti-inflammatory steroid) is not
being properly produced because of a hypo-function of tissue, a woman will
develop ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, bleeding problems, A-typical cell
formation, endometrioses and cancers. MODULE 2.12
The Respiratory System
 
LUNGS
 
We each come with a set of lungs located in the pleural cavity—one on each
side of the sternum and reaching down from the upper chest (above first rib)
to the diaphragm. The lungs are cone-shaped “spongy” organs, which allowoutside air (food) to be brought into your body, and toxic gases and by-
products to be exhaled or eliminated. The upper part of the lungs is connected to the pharynx (nasal cavity) by
way of the larynx (voice area) and trachea. The lungs are made up of lobes,
lobules, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli and a pleural sac (covering). Your lungs are both a digesting organ and an eliminative organ. The
lungs are a digestive organ in the sense that we consume (via breathing) vital
elements, including oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and carbon into the body to
be used as catalysts, fuels and the like. Your lungs also act as one of your four major eliminative organs (colon,
kidneys, skin and lungs). As you inhale oxygen and other elements, these are
exchanged through the alveoli into the pulmonary arterial capillaries of the
lungs, which then send these elements through the heart and off into the
entire system. The byproducts of these elements are carbon dioxide and other
gases, which act as a filter for all the “other” debris and toxins that you inhale
(dust, chemicals, gases, etc.). These are then eliminated through the lymphatic
capillaries and vascular system, or are expectorated by coughing and spitting
the mucus that trapped these toxins. Anatomy of the Lungs
LOBES (CHAMBERS)
Right lung has 3 lobes and the left lung has 2 lobes (this allows room for
the heart). Each lobe consists of respirator bronchiole, alveolar ducts, alveolar sacs,
and alveoli. LOBULES
Small divisions of the 5 basic large lobes. BRONCHI
Two tubes that extend from your trachea (one on each side), into each
lung. These two main tubes then break off into smaller bronchi. BRONCHIOLES
There are 50 to 85 in each lobe of each lung.Each divides into 2 to 11 alveolar ducts. Small fingers (extensions) of the main bronchial tubes that bring air into
your lungs. This allows for greater air distribution. Theses divide into
alveoli ducts, which lead to the alveoli. ALVEOLI (AIR SACS)
Only a thin, single-celled membrane which separates air from blood. Your lungs contain over 
300,000,000
 alveoli (or air sacs) that allow over
2,500 gallons of air to pass into your blood stream each day. There is over 750 sq. ft. of pulmonary capillary surface area for the
exchange of oxygen. PHARYNX
 
The pharynx is a muscular tube that connects the nasal cavity to the larynx. It
also connects the mouth with the esophagus. It extends from the base of your
skull to your sixth cervical vertebra. There it divides into anterior (behind),
which becomes the esophagus, and inferior (in front), which becomes the
larynx. LARYNX
 
The larynx consists of nine cartilages, bound together by an elastic membrane
and controlled by muscles. It connects with the epiglottis, hyoid bone, thyroid
cartilage, vocal cords and cricoid cartilage at one end, and the trachea at the
other. TRACHEA (WINDPIPE)
 
Your trachea is a 4.5-inch-long cartilaginous tube. The trachea bridges the
larynx to the primary or main bronchi. It extends from the sixth cervical to
the fifth dorsal (thoracic) vertebra. At this point it divides into two main
bronchi, one leading to each lung. The mucosa is made of ciliated epithelia
that sweep mucus, trapped dust and pathogens upward.MODULE 2.13
The Skeletal System
 
Your skeletal system comprises all the bones, cartilage, tendons and ligaments
that make up your physical body. “Skeleton” is a Greek word meaning
“dried-up” body. Bones, cartilage, tendons and ligaments are forms of connective tissue. Bones consist of osteocytes or bone cells, which are embedded in calcified
extracellular compounds and substances called a matrix. This bed or matrix
contains the minerals of calcium phosphate and calcium carbonate, as well as
collagen (tough rope-like protein) fibers. As previously stated, bones are formed from fibrous connective tissue. You especially see this in the beginning stages of life (embryonic). As the
fetus develops, this connective tissue becomes dense and hardens, becoming
the skeletal system. Bones serve as protection for vital organs, and as
structural supports and functions. Your physical body is composed of 206 bones (more or less):
Head—29
Upper extremities—64
Trunk—51
Lower extremities—62
TYPES OF BONES
 
Bones are classified by their shape and size, e.g., long bones, short bones, flat
or irregular bones. LONG BONES — Longer than they are wide. Bones of the extremities
(arms, legs)
SHORT BONES — Somewhat as wide as they are long (e.g., ankle, wrist)
FLAT BONES — Flat bones are thin bones (e.g., skull, sternum, ribs )
IRREGULAR BONES — These bones come in different shapes and sizes
(e.g., facial, vertebrae)The outer surface (or portion) of bones is more dense or compact than
the inner portion. The inner structure (or portion) of a bone is more spongy
or cancellous. The long bones are hollow, with dense or compact bone surrounding a
canal (marrow) that houses bone marrow. Bone marrow is the soft tissue in
the marrow cavities of many bones, especially the larger ones. You have two
types of bone marrow. Bone Terminology
B
ODY SHAFT
The main portion of a bone. C
ANAL
A passage through a bone, also called me-atus. F
ORAMEN
A hole in a bone, generally for vessels or nerves. P
ROCESS
An extension or projection from a bone. T
UBERCLE
A lump or hump in a bone. H
EAD
The end of a bone—enlarged and often rounded. N
ECK
The tapered portion of a bone between the head and the shaft (body). C
REST
The prominent ridge of a bone. RED BONE MARROW — Produces your red blood cells and B-
lymphocytes and other immune cells. YELLOW BONE MARROW — Predominately fat that is stored for energy
needs. BONE STRUCTURES 
COMPACT BONE — Which consist mainly of solid matrix (mineral matter)
and cells. The dense or compact portion of bones is made up of osteocytes,
blood vessels, lymph and lymph vessels. It is through canals in this portion of
the bone that nutrition and wastes are carried from bone cells. Compact bone
is found in long bones and the thinner surface of all other bones. CANCELLOUS BONE — Which is more honeycomb (spongy), with small
marrow-filled spaces. Cancellous bone is located in the end (epiphyses) of
long bones and forms the center of all other bones. The honeycomb or
spongy look comes from interconnecting rods or plates of bone called
tradeculae. BONE GROWTH AND REPAIR
 
Bone growth and repair takes place through hormone stimulation from the
thyroid/parathyroid glands. This is why when the thyroid becomes
underactive you develop bone/connective tissue weaknesses that affect all the
organs, glands, bones and the vascular system. Ossification is a word used for the formation of bone by osteoblasts
(cells that become osteocytes or bone cells). There are two types of
ossification. Both types of ossification involve compact and cancellous bone. INTRAMEMBRANOUS OSSIFICATION — Bone formation within
connective tissue. ENDOCHONDRAL OSSIFICATION — Bone formation that takes place
inside cartilage. When injury (or lifestyle) weakens bone cells, osteoclasts (bone-eating
cells) remove 
them, making room for osteoblasts to rebuild the bone or
cartilage. The importance of an alkaline diet with proper glandular
(thyroid/parathyroid, pituitary, adrenal and pancreatic) function cannot be
overstressed. Acidosis stimulates osteoclasts and the formation of calcium
deposits. Calcium is ionized (hardened) in the presence of acids (anionic). The regulation of ionic calcium in the body’s fluid is essential to the proper
growth and repair of bones. This, as previously stated, is greatly influenced
by diet, lifestyle, hormones and steroids.Bones, as any tissues, organs and glands of your body, are composed of
cells. All cells in your body require an energy source (nutrition) and a way to
eliminate (lymphatic system, kidneys, skin, lungs and bowels). Make all the cells in your body healthy. Detoxify (clean), alkalize and
regenerate. Every cell in your body will thank you. First understand Nature, then copy it. — V. Schauberger
 
CHAPTER THREE
The Foods We Eat
N
ow that we have learned what species we belong to, how our body works,
and something about its systems (including organs and glands), we will
examine the proper foods that God designed for our species. What is so important about the types of foods we eat? I have heard many doctors say that it doesn’t matter 
what
 we eat. On the
other hand, The American Dietetics Association, considered by many to be
the authority on the correct foods to eat for health, has been making specific
dietary recommendations for years. Still, cancer is reportedly in every other
(or every third) person, and statistics for the incidence of diabetes as well as
multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and every other disease you can name
(and some that you can’t) are soaring. Why? It’s All About Energy
 
Energy is the number one factor (or constituent) needed for life to exist, and
the basis for creation itself. Energy is determined by the movement and
interaction of the atoms that comprise all life. Even carbon, the basis of all life
on this planet, could not exist without the movement and interplay of atoms. Atoms (energy) cannot be created or destroyed, however they can be
changed. Energy can be increased or decreased. Energy levels (frequencies) can be low or high (represented by broad or
short waves), and these levels are determined by the molecular composition
of the initiating force. Energy is also classified as being kinetic or potential. Kinetic
 energy is energy at work. Potential
 energy is stored energy—it has
potential for use. The chemical energy in food is potential to a certain degree,
until released via enzyme and other chemical activators. Then this potential
energy becomes kinetic, or more active, electrifying and creating activity in
its wake. A great example of the difference between potential and kinetic energy is
found in comparing cooked foods with raw foods. The electromagnetic
energy (combined molecular energy) of cooked foods is dramatically lowerthan that of raw foods. The reason is that when heat is applied to a compound
its molecular structure changes somewhat, as electrons are altered. Think
about what happens to water when you heat it—its form changes from liquid
to vapor. With heat, unsaturated fats become saturated (as water-soluble
constituents are destroyed, leaving only some of the elements that comprise
them), and many dangerous and carcinogenic compounds are created when
foods are cooked. Heat also destroys the enzymes in food, which are
absolutely necessary as catalysts. The bottom line is that the more energy
your cells have, the healthier your body is. The less energy a cell has, the
closer to destruction (by the immune system or parasitic response) it comes. Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen are the basic elements
 of all
organic matter on earth. All foods and their constituents (like proteins,
carbohydrates and fats) are mostly created from these basic elements, which
are the building blocks that determine to what category molecules or
compounds, etc., belong. These categories of molecular structures (such as
sugars, starches, proteins, fats) make up the foods that sustain life on this
planet. This chapter will view food and the process of eating from the
perspective of chemistry and physics, and set it in the context of some
overviews from God and nature. Let’s first examine some of the most
important constituents that your body requires to sustain, clean and repair
itself. There is among the Indians a heresy of those who philosophize among
the Brahmins, who live a self-sufficient life, abstaining from eating living
creatures and all cooked food. — Hippolytus, Rome, 225 
A.D.
 
MODULE 3.1
Carbohydrates and Sugars and their Metabolism
 
In Chapter Two we learned that a cell is like a self-sustaining city, but that it
basically requires two outside factors. First, it needs an energy source. Just as
our car needs fuel, so do our cells. Secondly, they must be able to eliminate
the byproducts of these burned fuels. These by-products must be carried
away from the cells, much like the plumbing and septic systems work in your
house. Carbohydrates refer to a group of chemical substances made up of
carbon, oxygen and hydrogen (carbon and water). They include starches,
sugars, glycogen, dextrins and celluloses. Carbohydrates are classified or
grouped by the number of carbon atoms they contain and by the
combinations of sugars. Since organic carbon compounds supply the main
energy source for cells, these carbohydrates are used by your body for its
primary energy supply. All green plants use the sun’s energy (photosynthesis) to combine carbon
dioxide and water to form carbohydrates. Cellulose, the chief constituent of
the cell walls of plants, is a type of carbohydrate. When consumed by
humans, cellulose acts as an intestinal broom and energizer to the cells of the
intestinal walls. SUGARS
 
A sugar is a carbohydrate belonging to the sac-charide family. Simple sugars
(also called monosaccarides) are the main fuels for your body. Sugars are as
essential to your body as gasoline is to your automobile. It helps run your
machine (your body) via the cells. However, there are several important
distinctions to understand about sugars. Glucose (simple sugar) and its initial compounds, such as starch and
cellulose, make up the most abundant organic chemical compounds on earth. Since your body can only use substances in their simplest forms, all complex
sugars (di- and polysaccharides) must first be broken down into simple
sugars (monosaccharides). This is one aspect of the process of digestion.After digestion breaks down complex sugars to glucose, this glucose is
then absorbed into the blood from the intestinal tract. Glucose is then
transported to cells where it is reduced to carbon and is oxidized for energy
and heat. Part of this carbon is stored for future energy needs (the way a
battery stores energy). Some excess carbon, which is not used, is stored as
ATP (adenosine triphosphate) or converted to fat and/or stored as glycogen. Glycogen is stored mainly in the liver and muscle tissue, but can also be
stored in many other places. When the body is deprived of glucose or
fructose, it will start to use its glycogen reserves. Glycogen is then converted
back into glucose. Remember that the body 
must
 have a fuel source, as does
your car. When refined or complex sugars (several glucose and fructose
complexes bonded together) are consumed, this creates a glucose overload,
which in turn creates excess carbon molecules. This excess carbon is
converted into carbon dioxide and carbonic acid. Carbon dioxide is
eliminated via lungs, kidneys and skin. Carbonic acid requires oxidation or
transmutation via oxygen or mineral salts, respectively. Both of these
substances are acid-forming and must be neutralized and removed by the
body, as they are strong contributors to acidosis. Sugar (glucose) overload is common in our society. We consume a great
deal of refined and complex carbohydrates and sugars. This keeps a high
demand upon the pancreas to produce insulin, and upon the liver and kidneys
to convert or eliminate the excess. Add to this excess the problems created by
protein and fat consumption and you can begin to form a picture of why
people today have so many health problems. Raw fruits and vegetables are balanced in their simple sugars, amino
acids and fatty acids. This is another reason that I call them “God-foods”
designed for humans. The Danger of High-Protein Diets
Some substances are not fuel sources, but are building materials. Proteins, for
example, are non-fuel substances that are used by the body as building
materials, as immune factors, as catalysts or carriers, etc. Just as the body
must convert a carbohydrate into a simple sugar before it can be utilized, all
proteins must first be broken down into amino acids before the body can use
them to build and repair itself; in much the same way that a carpenter would
use two-by-fours or two-by-sixes in building or repairing a structure. However, if the body needs to, it will convert amino acids to glucose.The grave mistake made by many who want to lose weight is in making the
body burn protein for fuel. When the body is deprived of sugars, it will go to
stored fat or break down its own tissues for energy. This leads to muscle,
liver, pancreatic and kidney damage. In 
Chapter 4
 we will discuss the “Protein Myth” more thoroughly. Most artificial sweeteners have been linked to cancer. Nutrasweet® or
aspartame is an example of an artificial sugar. Aspartame is a neuro-toxin that
breaks down into formaldehyde, and Americans use over 7000 tons of this a
year. It is a myth that natural, simple sugars “feed” (i.e., encourage) cancer. Quite the contrary. Simple sugars strengthen and energize cells, which is a
must
 in successful cancer treatment, as cancer cells are normal cells that have
lost their vitality and health through acidosis. Remember, a simple sugar
(glucose in particular) is the proper fuel for cells. Protein and fats should
never be used for fuel unless it is absolutely necessary, because cellular
damage can result. Fructose is the highest energetic form of a monosaccharide or simple
sugar. Neurons (nerve cells) especially attract fructose molecules. Fructose
enters a cell through diffusion instead of via active transport, which its
counterpart glucose uses. Diffusion saves energy for the body and cells. Any activity requires energy, including the activity of transporting
nutrients across cell walls. Most nutrients also require a helper or carrier to
assist in this movement through the cell wall into the cell. As ATP (adenosine
triphosphate) is a cell’s stored energy, it is used in active transport (the
assisted transportation of nutrients across cell membrane walls). Glucose
needs insulin to a certain degree as a “utilization hormone” for this active
transport. Fructose, on the other hand, requires no ATP or insulin and is
simply pulled or absorbed through the cell wall by diffusion. For diabetics, fructose is perfect, especially if they remove complex
sugars from their diets. Complex sugars create excessive glucose levels in the
blood, which then creates more insulin demand. Raw fruits and vegetables are always your best sources of simple sugars. This is one reason why your body becomes stronger and more 
energetic on
these foods. Foods high in protein and low in sugars, or foods high in
complex-sugars, rob your body of vital energy, create acidosis and elevate
blood sugars. Simple sugars also aid alkalization of the tissues, which is vital for tissue
regeneration and vitality. As stated, fructose is the highest electrical sugar in
nature and is superb for brain and nerve regeneration. COMPLEX SUGARS
 
Complex sugars are of two types—polysaccha-rides and disaccharides. POLYSACCHARIDES
 — A chain or series of linked monosaccharides or
disaccharides. They can consist of a few or many saccharide bonds. Polysaccharides, when hydro lyzed, yield over twenty monosaccharides. Polysaccharides include two groups, starch and cellulose. Starch:
 starch, glycogen, dextrin, insulin
Cellulose:
 cellulose, hemicelluloses (pento-saniek)
Digestive and metabolic By-Products of Carbohydrates
N
UTRITIVE
 P
RODUCTS
Glucose = energy
Fructose = energy
Galactose = energy (infancy)
Glycogen = stored fat for future energy needs
Water
Fatty acids = secondary response
Amino acids = secondary response
T
OXIC
 B
Y
-P
RODUCTS
Pyretic acid
Lactic acid
Carbon dioxide
C
ARBON
 C
AUSED
 A
CIDOSIS
 E
LIMINATION
oxidized by oxygen
bonded to various mineral salts to form non-acid compounds
carbon dioxide conversion to bicarbonate
 
DISACCHARIDES
 — Complex sugars having two monosaccharides linked
together. Disaccharides include three groups, maltose, lactose, sucrose.Maltose
 — from malt grains (germinated grains and seeds); 2 glucose
molecules
Lactose
 — from milk and dairy products; 1 glucose and 1 galactose
molecule
Sucrose
 — from refined beets, sugar cane, inverted or refined sugars; 1
glucose and 1 fructose molecule
Disaccharides are converted to monosaccharides (C
6
H
12
0
6
) or simple sugars. SIMPLE SUGARS
 
There are five types of monosaccharides or simple sugars. Glucose
 — from vegetables; contain 6 carbon bonds called hexoses
Fructose
 — from fruits; contain 6 carbon bonds called hexoses
Galactose
 — from milk (infants only); contain 6 carbon bonds called
hexoses
Ribose (RNA)
 — from fruits and vegetables; contain 5 carbon bonds
called pentoses
Deoxyribose (DNA)
 — from fruits and vegetables; contain 5 carbon
bonds called pentoses. MODULE 3.2
Proteins and their Metabolism
 
The term “protein” is used to designate a structure created from chained
amino acids. We tend to use this word in general when defining the needs of
the body, but is important to understand that your body is not designed to use
and metabolize “structures.” Since your body is designed to use only the
simplest of compounds and bio-available elements, it must break down
(digest) these “structures” into the elements that comprise them, and then use
these simpler compounds for its own needs. Proteins are made up of amino acids, which are made up of carbon,
hydrogen, oxygen, lots of nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur and iron. As notedabove, your body cannot use a “protein” structure. Therefore, part of your
digestive process will break these structures down into their simplest form—
into amino acids, the basic building blocks or material that your body uses to
build its own protein structures. Amino acids are used to make repairs, to
create new structures, to enhance immune response, to act as transporters and
to serve a multitude of other purposes. Digestive and metabolic By-Products of Protein
N
UTRITIVE
 P
RODUCTS
Amino acids = for building, repair, immunity, hormone production,
transport, etc. Water
Carbohydrates = secondary response
Fatty acids = secondary response
T
OXIC
 B
Y
-P
RODUCTS
Nitrogen compounds (nitrates, etc.) Ammonia
Purines, pyrimidine, etc. Uric acid, uratinim, etc. Phosphoric acid
Sulfuric acid
Glucogenic acids
Ketogenic acids
Carbon dioxide
 
PROTEIN DIGESTION
 
IN THE STOMACH VIA GASTRIC JUICES
 —
HCL
 (hydrochloric acid) causes the conversion of pepsinogens to pepsin,
which breaks down complex protein structures to proteoses and peptones. IN THE PANCREAS
 — Pancreatic enzymes trypsin and chymotrypsinconvert peptones to polypeptides. IN THE INTESTINES
 — Intestinal enzyme peptidase converts peptones,
polypeptides and dipeptides into amino acids. MODULE 3.3
Fats (Lipids) and their Metabolism
 
Fats are one of the “Big Three” componants that all foods have to some
degree. Proteins (amino acids), carbohydrates (sugars) and fats (essential fatty
acids) are the main building blocks, fuels and carriers that your body requires
to keep itself healthy. Fats are vital to your body in numerous ways:
Fats are used as storage units for energy (triglycerides). Fats provide “padding” or “cushioning” as protection for your internal
organs. Fats assist with the utilization of fat-soluble vitamins (including A, D and
E). Fats are used as part of your body’s mechanism to insulate your internal
components and vital organs from environmental conditions (like cold
weather). Fats guard against internal heat loss. Fats combine with certain proteins creating diglyceride phospholipids,
which are a part of every cell membrane wall. Fats serve as anti-inflammatory mediators. As we noted earlier, all components of life, including all foods, are made
up of the four basic elements of oxygen, hydrogen, carbon and nitrogen. Each component will contain varying amounts of some or all four of these
elements. Water—H
2
0—for example, has two atoms of hydrogen (H
2
)
combined with one atom of oxygen (O). Fats are comprised of mainly carbon
(C), hydrogen (H) and oxygen (O), and are insoluble in water but soluble in
ether and other solvents. Fats are divided up into two basic types, saturated
and unsaturated, and are comprised of fatty acids and glycerol (an alcohol). Fatty acids are the building blocks of fats, just as amino acids are the
building blocks of proteins. Fatty acids form “chains” through their carbon
bonding. These carbon chains attract hydrogen to them. When each bondingsite of a carbon chain has been bonded with a hydrogen atom, the chain—or
fat—is considered saturated. These are generally considered long-chain fatty
acids and because of their more complete, or “full,” bonding they become
harder and have a higher melting point. In other words, the more saturated a
fat is, the more it stays hard at room temperature. Unsaturated fats, on the
other hand, have less hydrogen bonding. When two or more adjacent carbon
atoms are free of hydrogen bonding they are considered monounsaturated
fatty acids. When two or more pairs or “sets” of carbon atoms within the
chain are unbonded to hydrogen, we call these polyunsaturated fatty acids. Three of the most common fatty acid chains found in human tissues are
oleic acid (C
18
H
34
0
2
), 
stearic acid (C
18
H
36
0
2
), and palmitic acid (C
16
H
32
0
2
). These three fatty acids when combined with glycerol form the three basic fats
found in our foods, and are called triolein, tristearin and tripalmitin. ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS
 
The fatty acids that are essential to your body, but not naturally synthesized
within the body, must therefore be obtained from your diet. These are known
as essential fatty acids, and there are three basic ones: linoleic acid, linolenic
acid and arachidonic acid. Linoleic acid is the most vital of the three as it can
be converted into linolenic and arachidonic acids. In my opinion, humanity
(through the medium of science) is in its infancy in understanding the true
needs of our homo sapien bodies. Types of essential fatty acids include:
LINOLEIC ACID
—Promotes healthy skin and hair and is the main essentialfatty acid. LINOLENIC ACID
 — Promotes nerve and brain function. ARACHIDONIC ACID
 — Promotes formation of prostaglandins,
thromboxanes, prostacylins and leukotrienes. The Role of Essential Fatty Acids
Used in the production of cholesterol, an anti-inflammatory lipid used to
make steroids and phospholipids. Cholesterol is involved in the synthesis
of vitamin D.
Used to produce phospholipids, which are used in cell membrane walls. Involved in the production of prostaglandins, which serve as anti-
inflammatories and are involved in proper blood clotting. They increase
immune response and function, especially of T-lymphocytes. Inhibits thromboxane, which is involved in platelet agitation. Promote healing. Strengthen nerve tissues and nerve response. Involved in the manufacture of hemoglobin. Thus involved indirectly in
oxygen transport and the increase of oxygenation to tissues. Assist cell wall permeability. Nourish and protect the skin, essential fatty acids and the utilization of
vitamins A and E which help promote skin and hair health. Increase the body’s ability to burn fat. Affect regulation of the nerve response in the heart, thus affecting its
rhythm. Involved in maintaining proper body temperature. Used with bile salts to emulsify fats and make them ready for
hydrolyzing. Used in the development and function of the brain. Fats are …
O
XIDIZED
To carbon dioxide and water to produce energy
S
TORED
For future energy
C
HANGED
To phospholipids for cell membrane walls. To acetyl groups for the synthesisof cholesterol and to make secretions, mucus, sebum, etc. SOURCES OF FATS
 
The human body receives fatty acids in two ways: from foods—dietary fats—
which are absorbed through the intestinal wall, and through the conversion of
excess amino acids (proteins and carbohydrates (sugars) into stored fats
(glycogen and triglycerides). The following 
highlights two essential fatty
acids (oils in liquid form) found in nature:
OMEGA-3
 — These are “long-chained” metabolic by-products of the
metabolism of linolenic acid. These oils are found mainly in flesh foods,
especially fish oils. These oils tend to stay liquid at room temperature and are
comprised of Eicosapentaenioic Acid (EPA), and Docosahexaenoic Acid
(DHA) and Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA). OMEGA-6
 — A plant-based form of essential fats of which Gamma-
Linolenic Acid (GLA) is the most commonly known and researched. Vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds are nature’s sources of omega-6 fatty acids. Top Food Sources of Omega-6 Oils
The following foods are rich in linolenic acid which metabolizes into Omega-
3 fatty acids. FLAX SEED OIL
—Also known as linseed oil. Has been used for over
5,000 years for many purposes. High in Linolenic Acid and Gamma-
Linolenic Acid. BLACK CURRENT SEED OIL
 — Known for its rich oils high in Linoleic
Acid and Gamma-Linolenic Acid. BORAGE OIL
 — The borage plant is known as “the adrenal” herb. The
adrenal glands supply your body’s steroids, which are manufactured from
cholesterol, one of the main products of essential fatty acids. EVENING PRIMROSE OIL
 — This flower is also known as Evening Star
and Night Willow. I have used Evening Primrose Oil in cases of Multiple
Sclerosis (MS) with great results. A rich source of Linoleic and Linolenic
Acids.A note of caution about oils:
 Never use cheap, refined, commercial or
processed oils found in clear glass or clear plastic bottles. These oils are
mostly rancid and full of solvents, pesticides and chemical preservatives, like
BHA, BHT, methyl silicone, and others. These oils are “super-cooked” which
means that most of their nutrition is lost, changed or bonded, causing body
acidosis, and liver and kidney damage. AN EXAMPLE OF FAT METABOLISM
 
As stated earlier, your body is not designed to absorb or use “structures.”
Like proteins, fats are structures. They consist of chained or bonded fatty
acids. Since your body and its cells can only use simple compounds for
activity and sustenance, fats that are consumed from foods must be broken
down into the fatty acids that comprise them, much the same way that
proteins are broken down into amino acids. This digestive action takes place
in the first part of the small intestine with the assistance of bile from the
liver/gallbladder. The following describes the process of fat digestion and
metabolism:
1
. Bile Salts emulsify fats and make them water-soluble so that pancreatic
and intestinal lipase can convert them to fatty acids and glycerol. 2
. Gastric juices—enzyme gastric lipase—converts (emulsifies) fats into
fatty acids and glycerol (an alcohol). 3
. Intestinal (duodenum) enzyme steapsin—a lipase from the pancreas—
converts fats into fatty acids and glycerol (an alcohol). 4
. Fatty acids and glycerol bind to form neutral fats, which then bond to
various proteins to form chylomicrons. Fats in this form are absorbed
and carried throughout the lymphatic system and the blood system where
they are dispersed to the tissues of the body. Fatty acids cannot be
converted to glucose. However, they can enter the Krebs (energy) Cycle
through acetyl groups. 5
. Adipose (fatty) tissue is created for the body’s energy reserve and factors
for cellular health and immunity. Digestive and metabolic By-Products of Fats
N
UTRITIONAL
 P
RODUCTS
Essential fatty acidsFatty acids
Glycerol (an alcohol)
Glycerides
Water
T
OXIC
 B
Y
-P
RODUCTS
Acetate (Acetone) (Ketone)
Aceto acetate (Acetoacetic acid) (Ketone)
Carbon dioxide
Betahydroxybutyric acid (Ketone)
 
Conclusion
 
When fats are oxidized into water and carbon dioxide, several by-products
(ketones) are formed. These include acetone, acetoacetic acid and
betahydroxybutyric acid. When these ketones are produced in excess, either
through incomplete oxidation or excessive break down of body fats from
high protein diets, a condition occurs called ketosis, which results in acidosis. This leads to tissue damage and hypo-function of cells (organs and glands). Ketosis can also occur in hyperthyroidism, starvation, fevers, and various
toxemias. Keep it simple. All the substances that your body requires, including fats,
are found in organic fruits, nuts, seeds and vegetables. If it’s not in them, you
don’t need it! Science has lost touch with the simplicity of health. Animals
intuitively eat the food assigned for their particular species. So should you. However, there are chronic and degenerative cases where the
supplementation of a small amount of plant oil, like Evening Primrose, will
help tremendously. This is especially true in any neurological condition, such
as M.S., Parkinson’s, and Lou Gehrig’s Disease. MODULE 3.4
Enzymes: The Biocatalysts 
Putting the puzzle of health together would not be complete without the
understanding of enzymes. The physical world, on all levels, is in a continual
process of consumption. One living structure consumes another for part of its
energy source. The consumption of food by animals and humans is just one
small example of this. There is a chemical and biochemical interplay among
all aspects of life. Elements and compounds are constantly being transmuted
(changed) into other compounds or elements. As a rule, the “complex” is
broken down to the “simple.” One example of this would be protein
structures—complex structures that are broken down through digestion (by
enzyme action) into amino acids. Amino acids are simple compounds or basic
building materials used by the body for growth and repair. In another
example, complex-sugars like maltose and sucrose are broken down into a
simple sugar, glucose. These processes are all essential for proper utilization.
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releases hormone-like substances that stimulate other endocrine glands and
tissues to produce or release specific hormones, steroids, neurotransmittersand the like. The structure of the pituitary is divided into two parts: the
posterior lobe, which is an outgrowth from part of the brain, and the anterior
lobe, being an outgrowth from the pharynx. The pituitary is attached and
lives under the hypothalamus portion of your brain (behind the eyes in the
middle of the head). The pituitary, being the master gland, controls some of the functions of
most other glands. When the pituitary becomes weakened it can affect the
whole body, causing a chain reaction, thereby producing multiple symptoms. The pituitary gland can affect the thyroid or adrenal glands in a positive or
negative way. It is important to understand these reflex possibilities to help
you address your weaknesses properly and to gain more successful results. Some of the far-reaching effects of a weakened pituitary gland include
neurological weaknesses such as: multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and cerebral
palsy (from lack of adrenal cortex stimulation), as well as hypothyroidism,
hypo-function of the ovaries, underactive or overactive tissue or cell growth,
rapid aging, diabetes, and lactation problems. The middle of the transverse colon (large intestine) has a relationship to
the pituitary 
and brain. Oftentimes this part of the bowel becomes impacted,
toxic and weakened, thereby feeding toxins directly to the pituitary gland. Being one of the first areas of the body formed in the embryo stages of life,
the GI tract is linked to all tissues in the body in ways we do not yet
understand. We do know that in the embryo stages the spinal cord and the gut
tissues are the first manifestation from the head area. As the embryo cell
opens up, this gut tissue now becomes the source of most of our organs and
glands. This gut tissue in the fetus later becomes the GI tract, thus creating a
dynamic relationship between the GI tract and the rest of the body. Because
of this, it is vital that you clean and strengthen the GI tract in your
detoxification program, that is, if you wish to have true success at
regenerating your glands, as well as your whole body. PINEAL GLAND
 
The pineal gland is a small, flattened, cone-shaped gland located behind and
just above the eyebrows (connected to the roof of the 3rd ventricle of the
brain). Scientific research hasn’t revealed much about this endocrine gland as
of yet. We know that it synthesizes melatonin, which is a hormone that
relaxes you and aids in the sleep process. Melatonin may affect skin and hairpigmentation. Melatonin is inhibited by light striking the retina. The pineal
gland is regulated by light (internal and external). In spiritual circles the pineal gland is called the “third eye,” “tisra til,” or
the “10th door. ” It is considered the window into the heavens —the eye of
heaven—and is a point focused on in meditation. THYROID AND PARATHYROID GLANDS
 
The thyroid consists of two lobes in the anterior portion (front) of the neck. The parathyroid consists of four or more small glands on the back of the
thyroid. Since many people choose to consume “cooked” dairy products and
refined sugars (highly mucus-forming), they develop congestion throughout
the sinus cavities, head area, throat, bronchi and lungs. The
thyroid/parathyroid, since it is located in the throat area, also becomes
congested and either becomes hyperactive (overactive) or, as in most cases,
hypoactive (underactive). From clinical observation, blood tests that show
levels of thyroid hormones T4s, T3s and TSHs are very inaccurate at
determining thyroid function. I have included the Basal Temperature Test in
Appendix A
 because it is a better overall indicator of thyroid function. The job of the thyroid/parathyroid glands includes increasing and/or
decreasing the following: metabolism; the ability of cells to absorb and use
glucose; protein metabolism for growth; the use of fats; rate and strength of
the heart beat; rate and depth of respiration; and the rate of calcium
absorption from blood, intestines, bones and kidneys. The
thyroid/parathyroid also has an interrelationship with other glands, not quite
understood at this time. The symptoms of hypothyroidism (low thyroid function) include: bone
loss, improper bone growth, brittle and ridged fingernails, hair loss, cold
hands and feet, a dislike of cold weather, heart arrhythmias, heart attacks,
depression, connective tissue weaknesses, scoliosis of the spine, arthritis,
fatigue, slow metabolism, obesity, hot flashes, cramping, spasms, myxedemas
and growth issues. The symptoms of hyperthyroidism (over-active thyroid) include goiter,
protruding eyes, hyperactivity, thyrotoxicosis, and excessive-growth issues. Since the thyroid/parathyroid affects the body’s ability to utilize calcium,
we find that bone problems, depressive disorders and connective tissue
weaknesses can be eliminated by regenerating the thyroid/parathyroid glands. Hyperthyroidism is easy to overcome through 
detoxification. Never allow
any doctor to destroy or remove the thyroid gland because of hyperactivity
The thyroid/parathyroid gland is vital to your well-being in a multitude of
ways that greatly affect your quality of life. THYMUS
 
The thymus gland consists of two pinkish/gray, flat-looking, symmetrical
lobes and is located in the middle of your sternum (mediastinal) in front of
(anterior to) and above your heart. Each lobe of the thymus gland has several
lobules. However, as in many glands, there is a cortex (outer portion) and a
medulla (inner portion). The outer portion is full of lymphoid tissues
containing many cells called thymocytes. The medulla has some thymocytes
but mostly contains large corpuscles (Hassall’s). The thymus gland is considered the master gland of the immune system. It is large in children, but becomes much smaller with age. Because of diet
and lifestyle, the thymus can be almost completely atrophied by the time of
old age. Your thymus gland is essential to the maturation (maturing) of thymic
lymphoid cells called T-cells. T-cells are small-to-medium-sized lymphocytes
(white blood cells) that are a part of a class of immune cells called NK or
natural killer cells. These cells, along with the B-cells (bone marrow cells),
are the Marine and Navy Seals of your body’s police force. These are vital, as
they are the source of cell-mediated immunity, meaning not controlled by
antibodies. Cell-mediated immunity is vital in helping the body fight the
invasion of molds, yeasts, fungus, bacteria, viruses and the like. Keep your
thymus and the rest of your body always healthy. Remember, the strong
survive, the weak perish. ADRENAL GLANDS
 
An adrenal gland is located on top of each kidney, and, except for thepituitary gland, the adrenal glands are possibly the most important glands in
the body. The reason for this is twofold. First, they produce
neurotransmitters, which are essential for brain and nerve function. These
neurotransmitters include epinephrine (adrenaline), norepinephrine and
dopamine, which affect the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system,
turning nerve responses on or off. This affects almost all tissues in the body,
including the heart, vascular system, intestines, skin and kidneys. The
sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems comprise the two divisions
of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). This system regulates your
unconscious (involuntary) tissue actions like pupil dilation and constriction,
heartbeat and breathing. Low blood pressure (systolic under 118) is always an indicator of
adrenal weakness, and at least 50 percent of high blood pressure cases reflect
adrenal (medulla) weakness as well. A healthy blood pressure is 120–130
systolic (top number) over 60–70 diastolic (bottom number). Long-term
effects of adrenal medulla weakness include, but are not limited to: asthma,
multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, cerebral palsy, panic attacks, shyness and
impatience. The second reason for the importance of the adrenal glands is the cortex
(or outer portion) that produces cortical-type steroids or hormones. These
hormones include glucocorticoids (cortisol and cortisone for carbohydrate
utilization); aldosterone (regulating our electrolytes, sodium and potassium);
estradiol (an estrogen); and progestins (including progesterone). Many of
these steroids act as anti-inflammatory compounds, which are vital to
combating inflammatory processes within the body. These steroids affect
muscle, nerve, gastrointestinal and cardiovascular tissues. Cortisol, for example, is a catabolic hormone (steroid) that initiates
change and activates breakdown. Cortisol also aids in the conversion of fat
and protein to glucose. Cortisol is one of the adrenal gland’s (glucocorticoid)
steroids that 
mediates inflammation. Catabolic (breakdown) processes in the
body generally cause acidosis, hence inflammation. This process can produce
a great amount of inflammation and tissue damage. This damage stimulates
the adrenal glands to increase cortisol production, which can cause further
inflammation. Also, excess production of cortisol from the adrenal glands can affect
blood pressure by increasing or reducing the loss of sodium in the urine,
because cortisol increases protein breakdown and decreases protein synthesis. It affects all the other tissues in the body. Especially hard hit is your muscletissue. All this is initiated by acidosis and heads one down the road to disease
and degeneration. It affects the aging of the skin, promotes osteoporosis by
reducing TSHs, which reduces the production of thyroid hormone, which
eventually leads to hypothyroidism. Remember, the thyroid gland is
responsible for the body’s calcium utilization. Caffeine, soda, and tea can also
enhance the production of excessive cortisol. All these steroid-type hormones are synthesized from cholesterol, which
also acts like or is used by the body as an anti-inflammatory agent or lipid. All things happen for a reason. If your cholesterol is building up on vascular
walls or in tissues, what does that tell you. Remember that cholesterol is an
anti-inflammatory agent or lipid. If it is building up in your body or if your
liver is producing too much of it, this tells you that you have too much
inflammation in your body. Since most people choose to eat a predominantly acid-forming diet, over-
acidic (acidosis) conditions of the body (both systemic and cellular) begin to
take place. Acidosis and inflammation are virtually the same thing. Added to
acidic diets are the acid-type hormones. Females produce testosterone and a
lot of estrogen, which are acid-type hormones. Each month ovarian estrogen
is produced in large amounts, which breaks down the inner lining of the
uterine wall, causing the monthly menstruation cycle. Men 
also produce the
acidic hormones testosterone and androsterone. These are aggressive-type
hormones. They effect many different cellular changes from the breakdown
of tissue to the increased growth of tissue … all types of tissue, from hair
(pubic, facial, etc. ) to muscle tissue. These hormones affect sexual behavior,
increase blood flow and cause erections. These acid-type hormones in men
and women are naturally counterbalanced by the body with the production of
progesterone and other steroids, which are anti-inflammatory and produced
in the adrenal glands. When these acid-type hormones are over-produced, or
not balanced by steroids, they can cause inflammation in tissues. Adrenal Gland Weakness
Low adrenal gland 
(medulla)
 function causes low blood pressure from
insufficient neurotransmitters and starts a process of nerve disorders,
breathing problems, and heart arrhythmias. Low adrenal gland 
(cortex)
 function causes insufficient steroid
production leading to acidosis and inflammation. This causes—I
N
 F
EMALES:
Ovarian cancer, breast cancer, cervial cancer, uterine cancer
Ovarian cysts
Conception problems
Miscarriage problems
Menstrual bleeding problems
Uterine fibroids
Endometriosis
Fibromyalgia
Fibrocystic breasts
Osteoporosis
Unchecked inflammation
M
ALES
:
Prostate cancer
Erection problems
Testosterone dominance
Prostatitis
F
EMALES
 
AND
 M
ALES:
Scleroderma
Bursitis and arthritis
Spinal and pelvic inflammation
Lower back weakness
Sciatica
Diabetes
Kidney and bladder weakness
 
You can begin to see how inflammation is developed in the body
through diet and hormone imbalance (from glandular weaknesses). This
inflammation leads to tissue failure and death. This is why it is essential that
our endocrine gland system functions properly and remains in balance. When
the endocrine glands become hypo- (under) or hyper- (over) active, this
creates many disease symptoms. As you can see, when inflammation goes unchecked by proper steroid
activity, this inflammation begins to harden and destroy tissue. Long-terminflammation leads to devastation of tissues, leading to tissue (cellular) death. Another extremely important factor, as previously stated, is the
inflammation in the vascular system (vasculitis, phlebitis, etc. ) from over-
acidic diets. When the adrenals do not produce enough steroids to fight the
inflammation, we find that the body will use cholesterol directly. This causes
our vascular system to become occluded (blocked) from plaqued cholesterol. PANCREAS
(Also see The Digestive System, previously covered in 
Module 2. 6
)
Your pancreas is both an endocrine and an exocrine gland, meaning that
it produces hormones
(insulin) that are secreted directly into the blood (endocrine), and other
substances (enzymes, etc. ) that are secreted by ducts (exocrine). The endocrine portion consists of cells called islets of Langerhans, which
secrete various hormone-like substances that assist the body in utilization
and energy factors. The various cells that comprise the islets of
Langerhans are as follows:
Alpha cells secrete glucagon, which increases blood glucose levels by
stimulating the liver to convert stored glycogen to glucose. Glucagon also
increases the use of fats and excess amino acids, for use as energy. Beta cells secrete insulin, which decreases blood glucose levels. Insulin
acts as a “driver” that transports glucose through cell membrane walls. It
facilitates the conversion of glucose to glycogen and is thought to be
involved in amino acid synthesis. Delta cells secrete somatostatin, which inhibits:
the secretion of glucagon
the secretion of insulin
a growth hormone from the anterior portion of the pituitary gland
the secretion of gastrin from the stomach
 
OVARIES
 
The ovaries are two almond-shaped glands found in the female of a species. The ovaries have two functions. One is to produce the reproductive cell(ovum) and the other is to produce hormones. In humans, the ovaries are
found on each side of the pelvic cavity, each attached to the uterus. Each
ovary consists of two parts: the cortex (or outer portion) and the medulla (or
inner portion). The cortex (outer portion) consists of mainly various types of follicles
(small sacs). Each follicle (or sac) has an ovum (egg) and a small, yellow
endocrine gland (corpus luteum). This gland (corpus luteum) secretes both estrogen and progesterone. It
should be noted that pro-hormones from the adrenal glands are necessary for
proper progesterone production in the corpus luteum. The FSH (Follicle
Stimulating Hormone) from the hypothalamus induces the release of the
ovum (egg). The estrogen-releasing hormone—the LH (Luteinizing
Hormone)— comes from the anterior portion of the pituitary gland. Both of
these are vital to proper ovulation. Hormones
One of the major problems that you or your healthcare practitioner face is
how to make tissues (including organs and glands) respond after they have
become hypoactive, especially to the point of chronic or degenerative states. This is a question that all practitioners should ask themselves. The one thing
that you do not want to do is to treat the symptoms that are the effect of this
underactivity, especially by supplementing the by-product (hormones,
enzymes, steroids, neurotransmitters, etc. ) that the tissue (gland) makes and
provides for your body. Examples of this are hormones like estrogen (ovarian) or thyroxine
(thyroid). When you supplement what your body naturally supplies, you stop
that particular tissue from producing it. I learned that when you take
synthroid (a synthetic form of thyroxine), it makes your thyroid glands even
weaker. This is true of all the hormones, including DHEA, melatonin, etc. You do not want to supply a hormone (or substance) that your body needs to
produce. Again, this will shut down your body’s ability to produce these
substances. This is because your body sees no need to produce these catalysts
if they are already present. This eventually makes the respective gland even
weaker. Estrogen is an acid-type hormone that stimulates tissues in many different
ways. The most notable way is the stimulating of the inner lining of the uterus
to bleed each month, causing menstruation. It is also used for developmentand maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics, like breast size and
shape. Estrogen affects the shape of the female body. A female also produces
a form of estrogen in her liver, fat cells and adrenal glands. Estrogen must always be counterbalanced by a steroid called
progesterone. Progesterone is a steroid produced in the ovaries and the
adrenal glands. Progesterone needs a pro-hormone, DHEA, produced in the
adrenal glands, to be properly produced. Therefore, when the adrenal glands
are hypoactive, this can affect the production and release of progesterone,
leaving a woman estrogen dominant. This causes a domino effect, creating
extensive cellular acidosis, and leads to ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids,
fibrocystic issues, female cancers and other conditions. Always keep your glands healthy, as these are the regulators of most of
your bodily functions. TESTES/TESTICLES (GONADS)
 
A male has two oval-shaped testicles located in the scrotum. These are the
male reproductive glands and are a part of the endocrine gland system. Reproductive cells called spermatozoa are produced in the testes. These
glands also produce testosterone and inhibin. Testosterone is secreted by the interstitial cells called “Cells of Leydig,”
and inhibin is secreted by the sustentacular cells. It should be said here that
testosterone (steroid) is like estrogen in its aggressive nature in creating
cellular changes. Progesterone is a cortical-type steroid produced in the
adrenal glands that 
counterbalances estrogen and testosterone, especially
when they create inflammation. Testosterone is also produced in the cortex of
the adrenal glands of both males and females. Testosterone accelerates growth and cellular function, as well as
stimulates the flow of blood. It has similar characteristics to estrogen in
affecting secondary sexual characteristics. It also affects:
erections
proper growth and development of male sexual organs
deepening of the voice
greater muscle development
development of pubic, facial and excess body hairdistribution of fat
many metabolic relationships
Summary: The Endocrine Glandular System
 
AH of the endocrine glands are vital to the health and well-being of the
physical body. It is enough to say that every tissue in your body interacts
with every other tissue. This is why we should look at the body as a whole
entity, working as one for the well-being of itself. All that it does is for self-
survival. Study and learn about the functions of your endocrine glands. This will
help you a great deal. We must learn the ways and secrets of this incredible,
conscious machine that can perform like a new car if kept clean and fed
properly with the correct building materials and fuels. Look to nature for
your answers, not science. Use science to try to fill in what pieces of
information you might need to understand how things work. However, always step back and try to get a picture of your body as a
whole and how it would function in nature. There is an old saying that
exemplifies this: “Sometimes you can’t see the forest for the trees. ” If you’re
always looking at the trees, you sometimes miss the beautiful forest. The
whole is far greater than its parts (and yet, its parts make up the whole). That
is to say, forget what you think you know about health and observe nature
and how it works. You will learn a lot more about the truth of things,
especially on how to get healthy. As previously noted, 75 percent of all diseases have an endocrine gland
involvement. Through generations of toxic and acid food consumption we
have weakened our glandular system to the point of atrophy in many cases. Most humans do not think of strengthening their cells, so they keep
passing down genetically weakened tissue generation after generation. The
problem here is that each generation is weaker than the last. Look around and
observe the conditions of our children. They’re coming into this world with
chronic and degenerative glandular weaknesses. No medicine on earth can
stop this. Health is the only answer. As previously stated, your glands are the bosses (or controllers and
regulators) of the cells, tissues and organs of the body. When they become
hyper- (over) active or hypo- (under) active, it can create many cellularchanges. This can have a highly acidic effect upon tissues, leading to
lymphatic and immune responses. This is especially true with estrogen,
testosterone and aldosterone. Long-term exposure without cortisone and
progesterone buffers can lead to fibrocystic conditions of tissues, as well as
tissue atrophy (destruction) and cancers. MODULE 2. 9
The Muscular System
 
CONNECTIVE TISSUE
 
Connective tissue is a strong tissue, composed of collagen (protein) fibers,
that forms organs, glands, tissues (muscles), etc. Connective tissue offers
support, strength and form to cells and their respective tissues. Calcium is one
of the main components, besides protein, that affects the strength of
connective tissues. When the thyroid gland is weak, you lose your ability to
utilize calcium. This can create a variety of effects, including: hemorrhoids,varicose/spider veins, prolapsed conditions of organs (bladder, uterus, skin,
etc. ), fingernail ridging and weaknesses, and hair loss. TENDONS
 
Tendons are composed of fibrous connective tissue and serve as fasteners or
attachments of muscles to bones and other parts. MUSCLES
 
Muscles are tissues that consist primarily of contractile cells. These tissues
(muscles) serve to produce movement. They also serve as structural support. An example of this would be the spine, where all the muscles on each side of
the vertebrae serve as supports. If one side becomes weaker through toxicity
and inflammation, the strong side will pull the spine out of place. There are three basic types of muscles in your body: involuntary (or
smooth muscles), voluntary (or striated muscles), and cardiac muscles. INVOLUNTARY (OR SMOOTH MUSCLES) —
Fall under the autonomic nervous system (without conscious control). Smooth muscles are composed of spindle-shaped cells and have no cross
fibers or sections (unstriated). Involuntary muscles mainly comprise internal
organs, including the GI (gastrointestinal) tract, urinary tract and respiratory
passages. VOLUNTARY (OR STRIATED)—Found mainly as skeletal muscles, but
also can be found in the throat (esophagus, etc. ). Voluntary muscles fall
under the voluntary nervous system (CNS) for conscious control. These
muscles have fibers grouped into bundles and are surrounded by connective
tissue formed into cylinders. These are stronger muscles, designed for heavier
activity (pulling, stretching, etc.
It is not explicitly stated in the provided text, but it is mentioned that it regulates the release of various hormones.
What is the function of the pituitary gland?
It is not mentioned in the provided text, but it is part of the immune system and plays a crucial role in the maturation of T-cells.
What is the purpose of the thymus gland?
The adrenal glands produce neurotransmitters, such as epinephrine (adrenaline), norepinephrine, and dopamine, which affect the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
What is the role of the adrenal glands?
The pancreas is an exocrine gland that produces enzymes and hormones, including insulin, which regulates blood sugar levels.
What is the primary function of the pancreas?
The thyroid and parathyroid glands are involved in various physiological processes, including the regulation of metabolism, protein metabolism, and heart rate, and are also responsible for the regulation of calcium and phosphate levels in the blood.
What is the main role of the thyroid and parathyroid glands?