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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2016 5 A J OEL F UHRMAN , MD Treating autoimmune conditions naturally Autoimmune diseases affect 23.5 million Americans, and that number is rising. Autoimmune diseases are one of the top ten leading caus- es of death for women under the age of 64.1 In autoimmune diseases, the body undergoes an inappropriate immune response that causes excessive inflammation that becomes destructive to the body. Psoriasis is a chronic inflam- matory skin condition-the most prevalent autoimmune disease in the U.S. affecting about 7.5 million Americans; and it is much more than a cosmetic concern. Depending on the severity of psoriasis, it can also cause skin cracking and bleed- ing, pain, and a significant dis- ruption of quality of life. In addition, psoriasis is asso- ciated with increased cardio- vascular risk. Even mild cases of psoriasis may increase the risk of heart attack by up to 29 percent. The chronic inflamma- tion characteristic of psoriasis (and other autoimmune dis- eases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus) puts patients at risk. In addition to cardiovascular disease, psoriasis patients are also more likely to suffer from insulin resistance, depression, cancer, osteoporosis, and liver disease-also likely due to chronic inflammation. Nutritional intervention should always be tried first, before powerful and potentially dangerous drugs are prescribed. Conventional treatments for autoimmune diseases suppress the immune system to halt the body’s immune attack on itself. However, this makes the body more susceptible to infec- tions and even cancers — one study found that autoimmune patients with the greatest expo- sure to immunosuppressive drugs had an almost 5-fold increase in cancer risk. The FDA has issued warn- ings on certain drugs used to treat autoimmune diseases because of increased cancer risk. Mild to moderate psoriasis can often be treated with topi- cal medications only-these are safer than systemic medica- tions, but still have significant side effects such as skin thin- ning, pigmentation changes, bruising easily, stretch marks, redness, and acne. They also may stop working over time. Nutrition is a powerful and safe tool for preventing and treating autoimmune diseases. Although there is a genetic component, autoimmune dis- ease is also influenced by what we eat. For example, those with a high intake of green vegeta- bles, carrots, tomatoes, and fresh fruits are less likely to develop psoriasis. Oxidative stress, which can be lessened by these antioxi- dant-rich foods, is thought to contribute to skin inflammation in psoriasis. Furthermore, pso- Watch “In Search of the Lord’s Way” Sunday, 7:30 AM KMTR Channel 12 Then visit the Florence church of Christ 1833 Tamarack Florence, Oregon and experience the joy and simplicity of pre-denominational New Testament Worship. (Romans 16:16) Bible Study: Sunday, 10:00 am Worship: Sunday, 11:00 am riasis symptoms have been shown to improve using dietary methods in several scientific studies. I have been recommending a high-nutrient (Nutritarian) diet combined with selected supple- ments and when needed, and episodic fasting to help the body to calm inflammation and remove cellular toxins. High nutrient plant foods supply sub- stances that support immune system function, allowing the body to have proper defenses against infections and cancers. Supervised water fasting is another important component to autoimmune treatment-I have documented the contribu- tion of fasting to remission of autoimmune disease in pub- lished case reports. The only side effects of nutritional treat- ment are positive ones-protec- tive effects against heart dis- ease, diabetes, and cancers. This health promoting proto- col longevity as it normalizes immune function. Natural methods can help you calm the inflammation in your body and reduce or even eliminate your need for med- ications. I urge everyone with an autoimmune disease to try these natural methods before resigning themselves to a life of dangerous medications and progressively worsening dis- ease: 1) High-nutrient, vegetable- based diet rich in greens; 2) Fresh vegetable juices; 3) Fish oil or plant-based EPA and DHA supplements; 4) Probiotic supplement; 5) Avoidance of salt, wheat, and oils; 6) Assuring no micronutrient deficiencies are present. Using these methods, many of my patients who once suf- fered from autoimmune dis- eases have now recovered and are free of illness as well as the toxic side effects of the drugs. Some of people with these recoveries have written me, but I have never actually met them. All they did was read one of my books and follow the proto- cols detailed online. Dr. Fuhrman is a New York Times best-selling author and board certified family physician specializing in lifestyle and nutri- tional medicine. Visit his website at Dr Fuhrman.com, or submit questions and comments to news questions @drfuhrman.com. www.churchofchristfl orence.org FRAA offering memoir writing workshop March 19 Join Us In Worship 4 lines, approx 15 words, $10 a week 4 week Minimum Deadline 3 p.m. Mondays. To be included in this directory contact the Siuslaw News at 997-3441, or drop off information at 148 Maple St., Old Town, Florence. J OIN U S I N W ORSHIP WATCH! 3 ANGELS BROADCASTING NETWORK (3ABN) TV UHF Channel 48. 24 hour Christian TV highlights Bible studies of prophecy, inspirational music, health lectures, healthy cooking and more. BAY BERRY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SINGSPIRATION You are invited to come and sing your favorite old time gospel hymns Every Friday night at 7pm • Non-denominational Bay Berry Square; 101 at Sutton Lake Dr. /milepost 185 N. For more information , please call 541-997-2681 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Located at Munsel Lake Road and North Fork Road Worship Services 10:00 AM Sunday All are welcome! 541-997-7268 FLORENCE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP N.W. Corner of Heceta Beach Road & Hwy. 101 Every Sunday at 10 a.m. All are welcome. (541) 997-2840 FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1st Sunday of Month Worship 10:30 All other Sundays Worship 9 A.M. & 10:30 A.M. 2nd & Kngwood • (541) 997-6025 “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors” FOURSQUARE CHURCH 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sun. Services: 10:45 a.m., Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. – Youth Group: Sat., 6 p.m. Website:fl orence4square.com FLORENCE VINEYARD (GOD’S POWER HOUSE) COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 4590 Hwy. 101, Across from Fred Meyer –- 997-7418 Sunday School, 9:30a.m. – Worship, 10:45 Wed. Prayer - 6:00 p.m. –Wed. Ministries 1-8 Grade 7 p.m. 2610 Kingwood, Florence • 541-268-2025 Sunday Worship @ 10:00 a.m., experience the Power of the Holy Spirit Pastors: George & Beverly Sisemore Intercessory Prayer & Worship, Thursday night @ 5:00 pm fl orencevineyardchurch.com CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW LIFE CHURCH-UPC Corner of 10th & Maple –- 997-3533 Bible Study at 9:00 A.M. Services: Worship, 10:30 A.M. fl orencecrossroad.org • offi ce@fl orencecrossroad.org 1525 12th St., Suite 24 •541-991-9398 Sunday Services: 10am and 6pm Tues. Bible Study 7:00pm FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - SBC NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. 1935 25th St. – 997-7660 • Pastor, Dr. Marvin Owen Series ‘Through the Bible’ on Wednesdays 6 p.m. A friendly place to worship, vacationers welcome. Sun.; 11am & 6pm, Sunday school 9:45am. FLORENCE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2nd & Ivy – 997-2961 –Non-Denominational Worship Service: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Middle School and High School youth groups meet on Wednesday. FLORENCE CHURCH OF CHRIST Pre-Denominational (Romans 16:16) 1833 Tamarack Street (2 blocks east of Hwy. 101 on 18th St.) Bible Study: Sunday 10 a.m.; Worship: Sunday 11 a.m. www.churchofchristfl orence.org 21st & Spruce Street – 997-8113 Adult Forum 9 a.m. – Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship services; Sun. 10:30am & Wed. 6pm. Pastor Lori Blake www.lutheranchurchfl orence.com PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW Traditional Worship Service 10:00 a.m. , Reverend Greg Wood Sunday School and Nursery – Organ and Choir All Welcome. Come as you are. 3996 N Hwy 101 997-7136 RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) “War is still not the answer.” FCNL We worship in homes at 11am Sundays Call 997-4237 or 902-9511 for locations. FLORENCE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 12th and Nopal –997-9020 Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Group Wed. 7-8:30 p.m. Online Worship Service@ www.fl orencenaz.com FLORENCE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 1318 Rhododendron Dr. –- 997-2523 – Worship at 11:00 AM –- Sunday School at 9:30 AM – Variety of Sunday evening activities - 5 PM Wed. Bible & Children classes at 6:00 PM Call for details. FLORENCE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 4445 Hwy 101 (South of Fred Meyer) – 997-3951 Worship on Saturday 10:30 A.M. Adult/Children’s Sabbath School 9:15 A.M. RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH, L.C.M.S. Every Sun., Bible Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. 85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 997-8038 DVD of Weekly worship service available. Pastor Randy Benscoter ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2135 19th St. –- 997-6600 The Rev. Georgia C. DuBose, Vicar 8:30am, Tuesdays, Morning Prayer Sunday Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. - Wed, 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome – Come walk our Labyrinth. The Florence Regional Arts Alliance will be offering a workshop titled “Memoir: From Real Life to Real Story” on Saturday, March 19, from 10 a.m to noon. The workshop will be at the FRAA Arts Center, 120 Maple Street in Old Town Florence. Come live your creative passion and celebrate your love of words by telling your story. Everyone has a special story to share and this fun, experien- tial workshop will show par- ticipants how to: • Capture their precious memories and unique experi- ences on paper, easily and nat- urally • Turn life lessons and anec- dotes into compelling sto- ries… regardless of writing experience • Structure a story outline that will uplift, humor, heal, inspire and entertain readers • Leave a legacy of courage, strength, wisdom and love for families and friends Writers of all levels are wel- come to attend. Space is limit- ed and pre-registration is required. Cost is $20 for members or $25 for nonmembers, payable at the door. Call instructor Catherine. J. Rourke at 541-708-2120 or email CJReditor@gmail.com for more information or to reg- ister Rourke is an award-winning writer, author, editor, journal- ist, columnist. After serving 30 years as a staff editor and writer for newspapers, magazines and publishers, she works as a con- tractual book editor and jacket cover copywriter for major publishing houses including Amazon, Kirkus and Random House, specializing in memoir in both print and digital for- mats. The former New Yorker has received more than two dozen industry awards and now resides in Florence, where she is writing a memoir about her experiences as an investigative reporter titled “And Forgive Us Our Press Passes.” ...need a friend? Meet Tyler I see you...with my copper colored cats eyes! Are you looking back at me? Well you should be because I’m a catch! I’m the dashing dark handsome type. I have a kind personality but I am also very quiet and shy. I get along with other kitties and am very bonded with my brother Theo. He’s quite handsome as well. He’s usually always by my side or not far off. We would love to fi nd a forever home that would take us both! Our shelter offers a better with a buddy deal, did I mention we’re a catch? If you would like to meet Tyler any of his friends, please visit us at: FLORENCE HUMANE SOCIETY 2840 Rhododendron Drive • Florence • 541-997-4277 www.fl orencehumane.org This message brought to you by: Siuslaw News + SAINT MARY, OUR LADY OF THE DUNES CATHOLIC CHURCH Masses: Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. 1.5 miles south of river on Hwy 101 – 997-2312 www.shoppelocal.biz Visit the Siuslaw News online at WWW.THESIUSLAWNEWS.COM