THE DIFFERENT CAUSES OF SICKNESSES & DISEASES! (Part 2)

Last Sunday we saw that one of the ways you can defile the temple of God is by violating the natural laws. 

One can violate the natural laws by 1) Eating unbalanced diets and wrong things (wrong dieting), 2) Smoking cigarettes, 3) Snuffing tobacco, 4) Not resting enough, 5) Stress, 6) Carelessness, 7) Your occupation, 8) Lack of sufficient physical exercise, 9) Uncleanness, and 10) The rubbing of bleaching creams.

Today, we shall focus on Wrong Dieting. A balanced diet comprises of carbohydrate, proteins, lipids, vitamins and minerals. But people eat a lot of rubbish in the name of humility. Morning you eat beans, afternoon you eat beans, and night you eat beans. Thereafter, you speak in tongues through your buttocks all night. In the morning you eat carbohydrate, afternoon you eat carbohydrate, and night you eat carbohydrate. You eat little or no protein and fat. Most times there is no vitamin in your food.

Salad is considered what only goats should eat. Do not tell me that you don’t have that kind of money to eat good food. Obey God’s principles of crossing over from a life of less than enough or just enough to a life of more than enough. These principles are outlined in Luke 6:38, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Malachi 3:8-10. Your destiny is in your hands.

Let us consider a few examples:

1. Insufficient intake of balanced diet. This leads to the development of a syndrome called nutritional marasmus (in Hebrew meaning “to waste”). This sickness is more common in children under one year old. This sickness is more common in children under one year old. Ultimately, energy and protein reserves are exhausted, and the individual starves to death.

2. Excessive intake of carbohydrates or fats. Obesity is a medical condition of being grossly fat or overweight. The excess fat is deposited in the face and trunk, with wasting of the limbs, and glucose intolerance. Obesity is a condition in which somebody’s weight is more than 20 per cent higher than is recommended for that person’s height. Obesity is most commonly caused by a combination of excessive food intake, lack of physical activity, and genetic susceptibility.

Obesity causes (1) a reduction in life span and (2) is a risk factor in the development of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, osteoarthritis, gallstones, and cardiovascular diseases.

The only effective treatment of obesity is reduction in the ingestion, absorption, or use of calories. Practically speaking, this means dieting.

3. Exposed fried groundnuts, dry fish, dry meat, bread. You eat a lot of fried and exposed groundnuts, dry fish, which already has mould inside it, and even bread that has developed mould on the outside. That mould is Aspergillus flavus, which elaborates aflatoxin. Aflatoxin B1 will cause you cancer. Some just remove the mould on the surface of the bread and eat the rest of it not knowing that the mould has perverted the whole lump of bread.

4. Used fried oil. Many people fry their plantain with oil that has been used for such purposes before, not knowing that as soon as you expose the oil, the free oxygen in the atmosphere will saturate the double bonds and thereby forming an epoxide. This compound is toxic to the body.

5. Half boiled egg. Some eat half boiled eggs not knowing that there is a toxin called avidin, which is found in the white part of the egg. Avidin, if not properly deactivated by heat will incapacitate biotin by binding to it irreversibly, hence making it impossible for biotin to be absorbed from the stomach and taken to the cells where it catalyses the decarboxylation reactions in the body. Without the availability of biotin, decarboxylation reactions in the body are crippled and the person becomes sick.

6. Egg yolk. Some eat plenty of egg yolk, not knowing that that part of the egg contains plenty of cholesterol. Plenty of cholesterol in your system will cause atherosclerosis. This is a common arterial disease in which raised areas of degeneration and cholesterol deposits (plaques) form on the inner surfaces of the arteries. These tend to obstruct blood flow when the blood clots on the roughened plaques.

Atherosclerosis reduces the volume of the blood vessels carrying blood back to the brain. Decrease in the volume of the blood vessels will increase the pressure of the blood going towards the brain. And because the blood vessels in the brain are only a cell layer thick, the high pressure causes it to burst. If the capillaries in the right part of the brain burst, the left part of the body becomes paralysed and vice versa.

7. Processed sugar: Sugar, in the form of sucrose, is a drug that is very addictive. It creates many of our physical, emotional, and even social problems. Glucose, fructose, and sucrose are naturally occurring sugars found in raw fruits, vegetables, and honey.

High concentrations of sucrose are naturally found in sugar and sugarcane. During processing the refiners remove the B-complex, enzymes, proteins, minerals, and vitamins. The product is just pure carbohydrate which is capable of doing tremendous harm to the body.

Sugar is addictive. The breakfast cereals contain in excess of 50% sugar. Ice cream contains about 33% sugar. A bottle of cola or soft drink contains about 8-11 teaspoons of sugar.

What effect does refined sugar have on the body? It has a toxic, poisoning, drugging effect on the body.

When consumed in the refined form, it can ferment in the body, and cause the formation of carbonic acid, acetic acid, and alcohol.

Acetic acid is very destructive to the cells of the body, literally burning them. It also has a paralyzing effect on the nerves. The alcohol causes effects even to the extent of violent actions. The alcohol also has a damaging effect on the kidneys. As the consumption of unnatural sugar continues, the pancreas starts to have problems. The large volume of sucrose causes the pancreas to be tremendously overworked and it begins to malfunction.  Hypoglycaemia and diabetes are the obvious consequences.

Hypoglycemia creates problems. Some of the symptoms of hypoglycaemia are: headaches, irritability, depression, fatigue, inability to concentrate, being upset with spouse or children for no obvious reason.

Sucrose also leaches vitamin B from the body, depletes calcium, shatters the nervous system, and causes teeth to decay, causes hair to fall out, senility, circulation problems, and heart trouble.

Realize that if you refuse to do something from today about your sugar intake, you will be committing wilful suicide.

What about honey? Honey contains about 69% glucose and fructose. About 75% of honey sold worldwide has pesticides in it. Health benefits of honey include treating wounds, healing skin conditions, and boosting energy. It is also rich in nutrients (Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and Riboflavin, calcium, manganese, copper and iron) and antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. Honey contains nutraceuticals, which are very effective for the removal of free radical from the body. Consequently, your body immunity is improved against many conditions, even potentially fatal ones like cancer or heart disease.

8. Salt. Salt, in the form of sodium chloride, is a deadly poisonous drug, and possibly the greatest killer of mankind today.Earth or sea salt is an inorganic form of sodium that cannot be utilized by the body. It enters the body as sodium chloride and what the body cannot eliminate through the urine or sweat glands is stored in the tissues of the body as sodium chloride. When it eventually exits the body, it leaves as sodium chloride. But it has left a trail of destruction all along the way, from entry to exit!

How does salt affect the body? When salt, in the form of sodium chloride enters the body, it draws water from the bloodstream causing the body to send out an SOS signal that manifests itself in thirst.

This helps to neutralize the poisoning effect of sodium chloride on the body. Because we cannot get all the consumed salt out of the system, it is carried by the blood and deposited throughout the body in the tissue fluids, in an effort to dilute its devastating effects.

These salt deposits have disastrous effects: They are found throughout the body and cause unbelievable harm like the hardening of the arteries, arthritis, ulcers, distorted vision and even blindness, high blood pressure, tumours, cancer, and a multitude of other degenerative disorders.

9. What about white magi? This is a bleaching agent that makes soup or stew to taste very nice. But it causes cancer.

10. Unfermented cassava, like in Garri: Intake of unfermented cassava, like in Garri, that is not adequately processed may lead to cyanide poisoning. Cyanide is found in cassava. It binds to the ferric ion in the heme of the Cytochrome aa3 component of the terminal step in the electron transport chain and prevents oxygen from reacting with Cytochrome aa3. Mitochondrial respiration and energy production cease and cell death occurs rapidly. Death due to cyanide poisoning occurs from tissue asphyxia [suffocation as a result of physical blockage of the airway or inhalation of toxic gases, causing a lack of oxygen and unconsciousness], especially of the central nervous system.

11. Consumption of alcohol: Consumption of alcohol especially by an under-nourished person can cause hypoglycaemia [the medical condition of having an abnormally low level of sugar in the blood]. The same effect can result from drinking alcohol after a strenuous exercise.

In both cases, the hypoglycaemia results from the inhibitory effects of alcohol on hepatic gluconeogenesis and thus occurs under circumstances of hepatic glycogen depletion.

The problem is caused by the NADH produced during the metabolism of alcohol. The liver cannot handle the reducing equivalents produced by ethanol oxidation fast enough to prevent metabolic derangement. The extra reducing equivalents block the conversion of lactate resulting in a considerable accumulation of lactate in the blood. Since lactate has no place to go, lactic acidosis can develop.

Low doses of alcohol causes impaired motor and intellectual performance; high doses have a depressant effect, which can lead to stupor and anesthesia.

Hypoglycemia causes irreversible damage to the central nervous system. The ethyl acetate radical from the ethanol eventually causes liver cirrhosis, and the proton produces empty calories; that is, calories without any nutritive value.

12. Coffee. There is nothing in coffee that the body can use, nothing that will build new cells. The only effect coffee has on the body is to tear it down and destroy the cells. Coffee contains caffeine, along with harmful oils and other toxic substances.

How does coffee affect the body? Caffeine is a stimulant! It excites the nerve centres into unusual and injurious activity as the body rallies its forces to expel this poison. At first, caffeine gives a sensation of exhilaration, but its effects are mental depression, nerve exhaustion, decreased muscular power, and damage to the liver and kidneys. When caffeine first enters the body, the blood pressure increases, and the heart beats more forcefully, but as the drug is expelled from the body, the body beats with less force, and the blood pressure falls below normal. Caffeine causes the kidneys to work overtime in an effort to expel this poison, but as coffee drinking continues, the kidneys are weakened, and they become less efficient. Degeneration of the kidneys is the end result.

What about the oils in coffee? The volatile oils in coffee irritate the lining of the stomach and the intestines, causing frequency of urination. This irritation can lead to ulcers, gastritis, spontaneous abortions, still births, and premature births.

13. Tea. The drug in tea is theine. “Theine” is just another word for “caffeine.” Tea contains about one-half the amount of caffeine as does coffee, but still has the same poisoning effects on the body. It poisons the consumer a little more slowly, and takes a little longer time to destroy body parts.

14. Colas and soft drinks. All colas and most soft drinks contain caffeine. Cola is a “carbonated soft drink flavoured with extract from coca leaves, kola nuts, sugar, caramel, acid and aromatic substances.”

Coca leaves contain cocaine. Cocaine is a “bitter crystalline alkaloid….obtained from cola leaves.”

Those who drink colas and soft drinks containing caffeine will subject themselves to the same problems caused by caffeine.

Soft drinks are especially destructive to children, often causing them to experience irritability, irregular heartbeat, insomnia, and hyperactivity.

15. Chocolates. Cocoa or chocolate contains the drug theobromine. Theobromine is a poisonous powder, used mainly as a diuretic, myocardial stimulant, found in cocoa. Theobromine is a bitter alkaloid, closely related to caffeine, and has stimulant properties.

16. Wheats. Wheat contains lectins. What is lectin? Lectin is any of a group of proteins that bind to particular carbohydrates in the manner of an antibody.

They are commonly extracted from plants for use as an agglutinin, as in clumping red blood cells as in blood typing. Agglutinin is an antibody that causes agglutination. Agglutination is the clumping of red blood cells or other cells, due to the introduction of an antibody.

Ricin, an example of agglutinin, is so potent an agglutinin that even an infinitesimally small amount can cause death by swiftly converting the body’s Red Blood Cells into large clots which block the arteries. Ricin kills instantaneously.

Ricin is a toxic lectin extracted from castor beans. Fortunately, most lectins found in the diet are not so life threatening, although they can cause a variety of other problems, especially if they are specific to a particular blood type.

Ninety five percent of the lectins we absorb from our typical diets are handled by the immune systems of the body.

At least five percent of the lectins we eat are filtered into the blood stream, where they react with and destroy the red and white blood cells.

In the digestive tract (GIT), lectins cause a violent inflammation of the sensitive mucous layer of the intestines.  This agglutinative action may mimic food allergies. Even a minute quantity of a lectin is capable of agglutinating a huge number of cells if the particular blood type is reactive.

Lectins are widely abundant in legumes, seafood, grains and vegetables. They are also found in peanuts, lentils, meat or wheat. So it is difficult to avoid them completely. But the key is to avoid the lectins that agglutinate your particular cells determined by your blood type.

For instance, GLUTEN, the most common lectin found in wheat, binds the lining of the small intestine, causing substantial inflammation and painful irritation in some blood types, especially Type O.

17. Corn lectins. Corn lectins affect the production of insulin, often leading to diabetes and obesity. This is the reason why all Type O’s group should avoid all types of corn, especially if you have a weight problem or a family history of diabetes.

18. Tomatoes. Tomatoes are heavily laced with lectins called panhemaglutinans (meaning they agglutinate all blood types). Tomatoes are problems for Type A and Type B digestive tracts.

Type O can eat tomatoes. Highly beneficial to Type O’s are ginger, greens, all onions, lettuce, spinach, pumpkin, and pepper. Leafy green vegetable rich in vitamin K are good for Type O. This vitamin has one purpose only: to help in blood clotting.

Type O’s lack several blood clotting factors, and need vitamin K to assist in the process.

19. Oranges, tangerines, and strawberries, avocado, plantain should be avoided by Type O’s because of their high acid content.

Stay away from blackberries because they contain a lectin that aggravates Type O digestion.

Apple, banana, lemon, pineapple, lime, watermelon, pawpaw, grape fruit, pear, mango, guava, carrot are good for the Type O’s. Vegetable juices are preferable to fruit juices for Type O’s because of their alkalinity.

Avoid high-sugar juices like apple juice or apple cider.

20. Coconuts. In spite of all the benefits of coconut oil, type O’s are extremely sensitive to coconuts and coconut-containing products. Coconut oil is high in saturated fat and provides little nutritional benefit.

21. Potatoes. The nightshade vegetables like potatoes cause arthritic conditions in Type O’s because their lectins deposit in the tissues surrounding the joints.

22. Cashew nuts. Cashew nuts being naturally cholesterol free, reduce blood pressure. Because of their content of copper and iron they help form blood cells. Because cashew nuts contain antioxidants, they protect the eye against cataracts. And because they contain good fats, they can prevent diabetes. In spite of its benefits blood Type O should avoid cashew nuts.

23. Preservatives. These are chemical used to enhance and extend the shelf life of food products. For instance, Trans Fat is used to enhance and extend the shelf life of food products and is among the most dangerous substances that you can consume.

Trans fat. Numerous studies show that Trans Fat increase LDL cholesterol levels while decreasing HDL (“good”) cholesterol, increases the risk of heart attacks, heart disease, and strokes, and contributes to increased inflammation, diabetes, and other health problems.

Sodium nitrate. Sodium nitrate (or sodium nitrite) is used as a preservative, coloring, and flavoring in bacon, ham, hot dogs, lunch meats, corned beef, smoked fish and other processed meats.

This chemical turns meat bright red. It's actually a color fixer, and it makes old, dead meats appear fresh and vibrant.

This ingredient, which sounds harmless, is actually highly carcinogenic once it enters the human digestive system.  There, it forms a variety of nitrosamine compounds that enter the bloodstream and wreak havoc with a number of internal organs: the liver and pancreas in particular.

Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) and butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) are preservatives found in cereals, chewing gum, potato chips, frozen sausages, enriched rice and vegetable oils. This common preservative keeps foods from changing color, changing the flavor or becoming rancid. It affects the neurological system of the brain, alters behavior and has a potential to cause cancer. BHA and BHT are oxidants which form cancer-causing reactive compounds in your body.

Sulfur Dioxide (E220). Sulfur additives are used on raw fruit and vegetables. It is found in beer, soft drinks, dried fruit, juices, cordials, wine, vinegar, and potato products.

Its adverse reactions include bronchial problems particularly in those prone to asthma, hypotension (low blood pressure), flushing, tingling sensations or anaphylactic shock. It also destroys vitamins B1 and E.

Potassium Bromate. This is an additive used to increase volume in some white flour, bread, and rolls. Potassium bromate is known to cause cancer in animals. Even small amounts in bread can create problems for humans.

23. Food additives. Poisons are added to our foods while they are being grown. Poisons are added to our foods during processing. Poisons are added to our drinking water.

Food additives are substances added to food to preserve flavor or enhance its taste, appearance, or other qualities.

For example, preserving food by pickling (with vinegar), salting, as with bacon, preserving sweets or using sulfur dioxide as with wines.

Food additives have been used for centuries to enhance the appearance and flavor of food and prolong shelf life.

Aspartame (E951) more popularly known as NutraSweet and Equal, is found in foods labeled "diet" or "sugar-free". Aspartame is believed to be carcinogenic and accounts for more reports of adverse reactions than all other foods and food additives combined. Aspartame is a neurotoxin and carcinogen.

Known to erode intelligence and affect short-term memory, the components of this toxic sweetener may lead to a wide variety of ailments including brain tumor, diseases like lymphoma, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue, emotional disorders like depression and anxiety attacks, dizziness, headaches, nausea, mental confusion, migraines and seizures.

Sucralose or “Splenda,” is another artificial sweetener. Splenda is the commercial name used for sucralose. It is natural. Splenda is chlorinated sugar (chlorocarbon). Chlorine has been proven to be toxic to the body.

Splenda causes migraines, dizziness, intestinal cramping, rashes, acne, headaches, bloating, chest pain, tinnitus, gum bleeding.

High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is another highly refined artificial sweetener which has become the number one source of calories in America. It is found in almost all processed foods, bread, candy, flavored yogurts, salad dressings, canned vegetables, cereals.

HFCS packs on the pounds faster than any other ingredient, increases your LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels, and contributes to the development of diabetes and tissue damage, among other harmful effects.

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG / E621) is an amino acid used as a flavor enhancer in soups, salad dressings, chips, frozen entrees, and many restaurant foods.

Studies show that regular consumption of MSG may result in adverse side effects which include depression, disorientation, eye damage, fatigue, headaches, and obesity. MSG affects the neurological pathways of the brain and disengages the "I'm full" function which explains the effects of weight gain.

Saccharin. Saccharin is an artificial sweetener with effectively no food energy that is about 500 times as sweet as sugar but has a bitter or metallic aftertaste, especially at high concentrations.

Saccharin sodium may cause some individuals to experience a potentially severe allergic reaction, mainly due to the presence of sulfonamides. Saccharin causes cancer.

Symptoms of an allergic reaction to saccharin include headache, difficulty in breathing, the sudden appearance of a skin rash or hives and diarrhea.

Cyclamate. This is another chemical compound used as a non-caloric sweetening agent in foods and beverages. It is a potential carcinogen.

Common Food Dyes. Studies show that artificial colorings which are found in soda, fruit juices, and salad dressings, may contribute to behavioral problems in children and lead to a significant reduction in IQ. Animal studies have linked some food colorings to cancer.

I therefore, challenge you to wake up today and critically reconsider what you eat. Remember, you are what you eat.

Next Sunday, we are going to look at some other ways the natural laws can be violated.

Watch out for the next edition of Good News from the Pulpit!

• Your friend: I. I. MADUBUNYI (Senior Pastor)                     08.10. 2017.