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Dairy Addiction, Breast Milk & Attachment Trauma

Your craving for sweet dairy milk goes far, far deeper than media advertising & taste

By Kayleigh Fraser ✨Published 9 months ago 28 min read
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Dairy Addiction, Breast Milk & Attachment Trauma
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a little bit of backstory

World renowned hypnotherapist Marissa Peer significantly upgraded my life a few years ago.

At a time when I found myself completely alone in the world, I decided to maximise the opportunity I had to self improve instead of succumbing to victimhood. I paid to join Mindvalley, which set me back £85 for just one month’s subscription, (essentially a month of food and utilities at a critical time for me financially). Funds were running out and I had no plan for when that happened. But my heart was so very certain that this was an investment that would repay. I had already began to understand that how I feel and what I experience are profoundly related and thankfully I listened to that inner voice.

Determined to get my money’s worth, I powered through as many courses as I possibly could. Every waking moment over that month was spent immersed in a course, or screen recording another course to watch after my month was up (don’t tell!) I completed 13 of them in 30 days. So that you will understand my dedication, most of these courses were each designed to run over 4-12 weeks each!

That month majorly upgraded my programming with lasting and immensely positive effects. I credit so much that is positive about my mental health today to that month and I will never regret spending that money! Arguably, if it had been any cheaper then I wouldn’t have worked so hard to absorb as much value as I could from it, therefore I wouldn’t be the me that I presently am or hold the wisdom I presently do.

Vishen Lakhiani - Mindvalley Founder

One of these courses was Marissa’s Masterclass Rapid Transformational Hypnotherapy for Abundance which I couldn’t speak more highly of. She covers such important topics and is an excellent guide through what are highly triggering topics for most of us.

One of her classes was titled Reasons Behind Addiction and was a section of the course that I considered skipping. After all, addiction had been my field of study in university and in my personal life. Did I need to go over this again? What could she tell me that I didn’t already know?

Thankfully I had just completed another course that suggested we should approach everything as with a “beginner mindset” and drop the ego 🤭 (the ego driving our “I already know” attitude). So I did.

Of course she taught things I had already learned e.g. addiction being born from a lack of connection; disconnected people find something to connect to and then become addicted (to other people, video games, shopping, food, drugs, work…. it can be anything). Addiction is a powerful drive to self soothe and avoid or push away emotional pain by fragile and sensitive souls in desperate need of connection.

Who here can’t relate?

She continued with an episode specifically about food and suggested there are 6 types of eaters. (Emotional, angry, destructive, habitual, ignorant and addictive). And what a mistake it would have been to think I already knew this.

Intellectually, I did. But my relationship with food at that point was still so far from healthy. Especially in regards to sugar, cake and dairy.

I fell into all of the categories. They all overlapped into powerful programs that I didn’t even want to try to get out of because it seemed impossibly hard. Better to continue telling myself that I enjoy what I eat and leave it at that. Except, I couldn’t.

I knew that deep down that I felt immense guilt for still consuming dairy after witnessing the harm and suffering that is created through dairy farming. I knew that couldn’t be healthy for me. But pushing this dissonance away had become my normal.

I had quit dairy for around 6 months after watching Netflix’s Cowspiracy. But after that period I was hit with intense cravings that I caved into. At the time I understood this to mean that my body needed dairy and I shouldn’t fight against that. It didn’t help that I had a back tooth completely crumble on me and I suddenly panicked about calcium, fell into the fear trap and a subsequent cheese and butter coma for another two years.

Can we pause to consider how ludicrous that thinking actually is for a moment?

Do we really believe that the survival of the human race and body was designed to be hinged upon our ability to learning to farm the milk of a cow ???

The survival of this insanely intelligent system that we live in. This body that is capable of incredible feats, of being able to restore and heal itself through thought alone (and is arguably capable of immortality if we actually lived in reverence of it instead of choking it up with all the wrong fuels, poisons and environments) was created to be wholly dependant upon the sweetened bodily fluids of a female cow?

Does it sound insane yet?

If not, read this once more.

Slowly.

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why we actually crave dairy

Marissa talks about how we are wired to fear hunger and crave sugar and how that served us well in our early evolution. Because sugar was scarce and hunger could kill. The powerful lure of sweet treats lured us from safety and into the jungle to find food.

Only now we are not searching the jungles for mangoes and wild honey. We don’t actually have to leave our house or even our sofa to have sweet treats. We can tap our phone and have them delivered to our door.

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Marissa managed to hit the metaphorical nail on the head with this one simple teaching that she conveyed in her video. I paraphrase;

We turn to sweet milk for comfort and attachment. Sweet milk is what nourished us as babies. It comforted us as babies. It connected us to our mothers as babies. We are still driven by that primal need when we seek attachment and connection.

Most of us are ‘adult’ children with attachment trauma (often very severe), desperately seeking connection. Connection that we do not feel within ourselves or to the universe at large. Connection that we have failed to find through relationships. Connection that we deeply know we are missing but have no idea how to find. Or self soothe in healthy ways.

So our pre-programmed wiring, our inner child, our primate brain (pick whichever works for you) takes us to the freezer for Ben & Jerry’s, or to the fridge for cheese, or the even more addictive mix of cocoa, milk and sugar in chocolate. And for just a moment that desperate and painful longing within us is soothed.

Better still, if we don’t wait until the craving hits and just continually top up on our drug of choice, we can begin to feel pretty elated instead of just sated.

*This is not the only explanation. There are many and they are all applicable and they all overlap. Just as the smoker has dependence for emotional, behavioural, chemical and habitual reasons - this is the same.

we can begin to feel pretty elated if we stay topped up?

Yes.

But of course that feeling doesn’t last. How can it? Just as the heroin addict must awaken to the harsh daylight of reality and the drunk sobers up, so too must the dairy addict suffer the inevitable fall from their drug. And the impending guilt and shame which come streaming in like sunshine through an open windows. Because somewhere, no matter how deeply we buried it, we all know the truth about dairy farming. The days of media brainwashing about the happy cow in the happy field and it all being the circle of life are long dead, right?

Once we begin to feel the first effects of the comedown, we could choose to face all of that pain, and shame and guilt… which doesn’t really sound all that great, does it? And let’s be honest, the drive to avoid feeling discomfort and pain is the very thing that drove us to dairy in the first place. So it doesn’t seem likely we are going to want to sober up anytime soon. Certainly not without a heaven of a lot of conscious love and self compassion - which we likely do not have access to given our state of disconnection.

And so instead we collectively add more and more of this substitute warm sweet breast milk into meals and snacks for just like any addict seeking to avoid a come down. We just stay topped up. But does that work? The smoker who smokes more is on a path to where? The alcoholic who tops up is heading where? The heroin addict…?

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Your mind is a powerful, powerful force. And when it’s hardwired to protect you (which it is) that also means protecting beliefs you have formed. Even if those beliefs are harmful. Every addict on the deepest level believes their drug is helping them more than it is harming them. It’s why they smoke, drink or have sugar binges, shopping sprees or whatever it is they do. It’s why they don’t stop. At least not until the pain of continuing outweighs the pain of stopping.

As a world of people in mass trauma and disconnect (and therefore mass addiction), we have collectively normalised dairy addiction and abusing cows so that we may get our fix. Just as the cocaine addict ignores the many people who died for his white powder, so too do we ignore the screams of the mother cow as her baby is ripped from her and we steal her milk for the rest of her now severely shortened, miserable existence.

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We are so collectively traumatised and unwilling to allow that pain to be felt that we have created a world with our number one addiction being available everywhere.

Human beings revolve everything around this addiction / attachment disorder.

We have butter, cream and cheeses in almost every meal. We have butter spread on bread. Milk in coffee. Milk on cereals. Milk in breads. We have an unbelievable number of dairy cakes, biscuits, yoghurts, ice creams and desserts available to us at all times. And just as the cannabis addict or the smoker in denial, we have founded entire cultures around our addiction. It’s harder to avoid dairy than it is to find. That’s how ingrained in our psyche this drug is.

We are even feeding it to babies.

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so what’s the (other) problem?

Well if the brain is still at this stage determined to avoid understanding the profound spiritual, energetic, ethical and moral consequences of our directly causing the suffering of around half a billion cows (let’s not even consider zoo’s, aquarium’s, ‘pet’s’ and the collective human suffering at this stage… it may be too much for the mind to handle at once), let’s try to bring it closer to home a little shall we?

Because I suspect most of you (if you are even still here) think I’m exaggerating the harm that dairy does to our bodies by comparing it to smoking and other toxic drugs.

And you would be wrong.

let’s talk science

Feeding the symptom of any problem and not addressing the root cause is an eternal road to nowhere (or to hell would be more appropriate an analogy…. given enough time, I could join the dots and help you to see how the downfall of literally everything begins with flesh and dairy addictions).

So what does our scientific and academic evidence base tell us about the effect dairy has on the human body?

I will stick to an overview of just dairy here and not the bigger toxic poison of sweetened dairy, because I presume most of you will be already aware of how sugar disrupts our biology in highly detrimental ways, affects decision making, higher reasoning abilities etc etc. The two together are even more toxic. And add in alcohol? Just pause to take a look around you. Unless you are living in a vegan, living off the land commune, the world you presently see is the result of that cocktail.

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consequences

Well as it turns out not only does our completely immoral crime against nature imprison and harm (a really rough estimate) of half a billion sentient cows for dairy alone across the globe, but it’s also slowly killing our human bodies.

It does so through disrupting our hormones. More specifically, ingesting the flesh and bodily fluids of animals prevents our body from being able to excrete hormone. Hormones that are naturally produced everyday in our bodies. Hormones that continue to be produced in spite of this disruption, resulting in too much building up in our bodies.

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so what?

Good question. So what? What do hormones do for us? What does this actually mean in real terms?

Let’s do just the highlights reel here, because I’m aware my word count is already at 3000 and I’ve barely scratched the surface of this topic. This is years of academic research that I’m attempting to condense in an easy to read article that gets your attention.

Not for a read count.

Not for a top story.

Not for any reason other than your HEALTH.

Your health dictates your quality of life. Your perception of life. Your ability to LOVE. And that is EVERYTHING that matters. Because we are the world. And quite frankly, we ought to be living in a vastly improved one.

Dog Milk is for Baby Dogs

basics

Rather than do this summary from recall and take the next hour pulling it together. I’m calling in my research pal, Chat GPT for this. I’ve already ploughed through the academia manually and this is all verified by me and verifiable by you once you start doing your own research.

Too much testosterone. What does that do?

Excessive testosterone levels can lead to a variety of potential issues, including mood swings, aggression, acne, and changes in libido. It's important to note that hormone levels, including testosterone, play a complex role in the body, affecting not only physical characteristics but also emotional and behavioural aspects. If you have concerns about testosterone levels, it's best to consult a medical professional for guidance.

With Milk, or Withdrawing From Milk?

Too much oestrogen. List the problems this will cause the human body.

Excessive levels of oestrogen in the human body, a condition known as oestrogen dominance, can potentially lead to various health issues, including:

1. Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Oestrogen dominance can cause disruptions in the menstrual cycle, leading to irregular periods or heavy menstrual problems.

2. Mood Swings and Irritability: High oestrogen levels may contribute to mood swings, irritability, and increased susceptibility to anxiety and depression.

3. Breast Tenderness: Elevated oestrogen levels can result in breast tenderness and swelling.

4. Weight Gain: Oestrogen dominance might be linked to weight gain, particularly around the hips and thighs.

5. Fatigue: Excess oestrogen can contribute to fatigue and low energy levels.

6. Insomnia: Sleep disturbances and difficulty falling asleep might be associated with imbalanced oestrogen levels.

7. Fibroids and Endometriosis: Oestrogen dominance is often implicated in the development of uterine fibroids and endometriosis.

8. Reduced Libido: High oestrogen levels might lead to a decreased interest in sexual activity.

9. Hair Loss: Some individuals with oestrogen dominance may experience hair thinning or loss.

10. Digestive Issues: Oestrogen dominance could potentially contribute to digestive problems, such as bloating and constipation.

11. Headaches: Hormonal imbalances, including high oestrogen levels, may trigger headaches or migraines in some individuals.

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You fail to mention the staggering amount of research linking cancer (especially breast cancer) to high oestrogen levels.

You're absolutely right, and I apologize for not including that important point. High oestrogen levels have indeed been linked to an increased risk of cancer, particularly breast cancer. Oestrogen is known to promote cell growth and division in breast tissue, which increases the likelihood of mutations and the development of cancerous cells. This is why oestrogen dominance is considered a risk factor for breast cancer and other hormone-sensitive cancers.

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  1. I guess it’s easier to just wear pink and run marathons than it is to wean ourselves from our biggest addiction though, right? Denial is one deep river. Plenty room for all.

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What other hormones in the human body are disrupted by consumption of animal flesh and dairy products?

Consumption of animal flesh and dairy products affect various hormones in the human body due to the presence of naturally occurring hormones in these products, as well as the impact on the body's hormonal balance. Some hormones that can be influenced by such consumption include:

1. **Growth Hormones:** Some animal products, particularly meat and dairy, may contain growth hormones that were given to the animals to promote growth. These hormones could potentially affect human hormone levels when consumed.

2. **Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1):** Animal products, especially dairy and red meat, are associated with increased levels of IGF-1, which is believed to play a role in cell growth and proliferation.

3. **Sex Hormones:** Dairy products have been associated with higher levels of oestrogens due to the hormones present in milk, potentially affecting the body's hormonal balance.

4. **Thyroid Hormones:** Some studies suggest that high consumption of certain animal products might impact thyroid function due to the presence of substances that could interfere with iodine absorption or affect thyroid hormone production.

5. **Cortisol:** Stress hormones like cortisol can also be affected by diet. High intake of processed or fatty animal products might have an impact on cortisol levels and stress response.

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Tell us how cortisol activates the survival mode response and how this impacts the human body.

Cortisol is often referred to as the "stress hormone" because it plays a crucial role in the body's stress response and the activation of the "fight or flight" survival mode. Here's how it works:

1. **Stress Perception:** When the brain perceives a threat or stressor, whether it's physical or psychological, it triggers the release of certain chemicals that signal the adrenal glands to release cortisol.

2. **Cortisol Release:** The adrenal glands, located on top of the kidneys, release cortisol into the bloodstream in response to the brain's signal. This release occurs as part of the body's natural stress response.

3. **Energy Mobilization:** Cortisol's primary function during the stress response is to mobilize energy resources for the body's immediate use. It does this by increasing blood sugar levels through a process called gluconeogenesis. This extra energy is meant to fuel the body's response to the perceived threat.

4. **Suppression of Non-Essential Functions:** In order to prioritize energy for immediate survival, cortisol can suppress certain functions that aren't essential in a fight-or-flight situation. This includes temporarily shutting down processes like digestion, reproduction, and immune system activity.

5. **Increased Alertness:** Cortisol helps increase alertness and focus, enhancing the body's ability to respond quickly to the perceived threat.

While the stress response is essential for survival in dangerous situations, chronic or prolonged activation of the stress response can have negative effects on the body:

- **Immune System Suppression:** Over time, elevated cortisol levels can suppress immune system function, making the body more susceptible to infections and illnesses.

- **Digestive Issues:** Chronic stress can lead to digestive problems such as stomachaches, bloating, and even disorders like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

- **Cardiovascular Effects:** Long-term stress can contribute to high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and other cardiovascular issues.

- **Mental Health:** Chronic stress is linked to the development or exacerbation of mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression.

- **Weight Gain:** Elevated cortisol levels can lead to increased appetite and a preference for high-calorie foods, potentially contributing to weight gain over time.

These accounted for 55% of the 55.4 million deaths in 2019

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conclusions

I could write a whole book unravelling this but again, let’s try to keep it short.

I hope that you are already noting that the biggest causes of premature death ALL make this list. Every single one (excluding road injury, although a case could still be made for stress, aggression, poor decision making etc) is attributable to hormonal imbalance and inflammation in the body. And the list doesn’t stop here. I challenge you to find any disease that can’t be linked back to these. I’ve yet to find one.

(For anyone thinking inherited disease, your health at conception and birth is a summary of your parents health. What detracted from their health?)

We do not need cures for cancer. We need to stop providing the environment that they thrive in. Just as these evil industries stop existing when you stop being a customer. So too do these diseases.

We do not need vaccines.

We need HEALTH.

This is another topic but entirely related to this teaching. COVID did not kill healthy people. It killed health compromised people. Fear had a major part to play that epidemic. Arguably fear was the epidemic. And it’s one that could not have harmed a person in full health.

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Note that I haven’t even began to touch upon the mental health disorders. Or anything spiritual. Or environmental. This is just a tiny piece of the bigger picture. The number one thing that every patient I ever worked with in mental health was a severely unhealthy diet. Typically of meat, wheat, dairy and sugar. Inflammation frenzy. Nutritional depletion and severe imbalance. Add in severe trauma? Boom. Quelle surprise they couldn’t manage their emotions. Their hormones were rioting inside.

And what of domestic violence? Of aggression? Of sexual violence? What of the cost to us through healthcare, police and fire services? What of the emotional cost of living in such a toxic world????

Are you joining all of these dots yet? And if we add alcohol (proven back in a 2020 study that even 2 drinks per month significantly reduces our ability to empathise) to this toxic blend what do we get?

Callous and inhuman animals roaming the planet masquerading as human beings. I’m going to force myself to just full stop this.

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There is no way around this. Your food is information to the body. Information for health, or for disease. And if you are consistently (or even occasionally) choosing foods proven beyond all doubt for disease under the belief that you enjoy them, shouldn’t you be questioning the insanity of that?

The deeper you begin to understand all of the above, the faster you start to empower yourself, make changes and begin to truly live. But it’s not a path that starts at the top of the mountain. Nope. Depending on your ancestry and how long you have eaten meat and consumed dairy for, will also play a role in how long that journey is to the foot of the mountain. Then you have to start climbing.

Most give up before they even begin because they have absolutely no comprehension of what awaits them at the top. And often, it’s understandable. Their life has felt so hard that voluntarily undertaking this immense challenge would feel like too much. But that’s the catch 22. You don’t get to experience a blessed life until you become virtuous. And there is no virtue in flesh consumption or dairy consumption.

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my intention, my why

I don’t want you to just believe me. I want you to do the research for yourself. I want you to use Google Scholar to look up the latest academic journals and read them (being acutely aware also of who funded them). I want you to seek out the latest TED talks from PHD doctors and allow them to upgrade your programming. My purpose here is not to convince you, rather to get you to start questioning what you unconsciously accept as normal.

My intention is to shake you awake by making you start to question yourself. Why do you do what you do? Why do you eat what you eat? What happens if you try to stop consuming dairy? No addict can know they are an addict unless they experience trying to stop. I can’t even begin to tell you how many people I have met in profuse denial of their blatant addictions, including smokers. All telling the same line about how they enjoy smoking, how it’s their only pleasure in life. Heck I used to be one of them!

I’m both an ex smoker and an ex flesh consuming dairy addict. At one point in my life I didn’t think odd to drink wine every night. Or smoke cannabis every day. We become the company we keep. And the trouble with a worldwide epidemic disorder or addiction other than the obvious health care and subsequent associated financial crisis? Is that we consider the disorder normal and the symptoms / consequence abnormal. I’ve been through all stages of addiction and denial. I’m writing this from the other side to any and all versions of my younger unaware self who will listen. Because I love you. Because you deserve to live in your full health and joy and creative power.

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I remember only too well all of the things I would tell myself. I was raised believing that a meal was not a meal without flesh on it. I didn’t even know what else to eat at first when I stopped this barbaric practice. And to think of a meal without flesh OR dairy was not even possible in those days. So it took time. But I did. I did because (initially) I chose love for the animals over some momentary ‘pleasure’ of taste. Later when I understood how ALL of my health problems had been caused by this? Then it was easy to stay away.

You know that cliché?

The one that reads

LOVE WILL SET YOU FREE.

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Those words go far, far deeper than you could possibly realise. The level of truth in these 5 words in profound. There is no possible way to live a blessed life without first becoming virtuous. And virtue starts with the absolute basic principle of doing no harm. If you commit your life to becoming the most loving being you can be, you will quickly rise in health, in joy and so in wealth. You will begin to awaken and experience a level of profound connection with this world. One that cannot be explained and no one should attempt to.

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You may note that every major world religion does just that. It illuminates the path but it doesn’t explain what awaits you at the end of that path. The Christians describe a concept of heaven which has been grossly misinterpreted as meaning an afterlife. It actually refers to what you can experience in this life. This reality alternates between heaven and hell depending on who you are.

and who are you?

Let’s actually start with a far less complicated question…

what is a lamp? (stick with me!)

Is it it’s physical stature? The metal or wood or plastic material it is made from? It both is and is not this, right? It is and is not the wires, the electricity, the glass, the fuse, the plug and the connection between them all.

The true lamp is what is experienced when all of these parts are working together in harmony. It is a physical structure, aligned in a particular way, flowing with an energetic current and it is the light created from this foundation. The light is not the electricity. And it is not the physical structure. Everything we just mentioned are like ingredients. The foundation. All necessary. Each vital and important. But none are the full picture of what it means to be a true functioning lamp. You follow?

Just as a cake is and is not the sugar, flour, butter or eggs… (or oil, sugar flour!) it becomes it’s own unique thing depending upon the quantities, quality and assembly of the ingredients.

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back to you

So just as the lamp is and is not it’s structure and parts, the cake is and is not it’s ingredients, you are and are not your body. You are and are not your mind. You are and are not your values, your virtue (or lack thereof), your perception, your principles, behaviours, thoughts, actions.

You have a body, you have a mind, you have emotions. You are the experience and light (or lack of) created by all of these parts (and more) working together.

This can be referred to as Consciousness. You are consciousness. I am consciousness. And true consciousness has is no separation. There is no me and you. At that level, there just is.

Your level of consciousness and actions (love) dictate your experience and quality of health and of life. In some cultures this is called karma. In others it is referred to as the universal law of mirroring. The universe reflects who you are. Which means no matter how much you can deny or distance yourself from the suffering you create for other sentient beings, it will be reflected back to you regardless.

We are all suffering the consequences of our inherited, individual and collective karma. Which is heavily influenced by this painful cycle of unconscious addiction, separation from nature and harm to our bodies and animals. You cannot harm another without suffering harmful consequences. That counts for whether you are aware, or unaware.

British Law actually teaches us this through its historic stance that ignorance of the law is no defence against the law. Please don’t hear me wrongly on this either! I’m serving as a messenger. I didn’t make the law and I’m not saying it’s fair. But my observation of it is accurate and not only mine. Buddhism, Hinduism and even Christianity teaches the same (to name but a few of the worlds top religions). What you sow you will reap.

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So needless to say if you are paying others (supermarkets, farmers) to sow seeds of torture and cruelty for your momentary pleasure of taste, expect that to be mirrored back to you. Arguably, that’s exactly what the elite do (and have done) at the expense of the poor. They see us as less worthy animals and so can avoid any guilt about how they treat us. Just like us. We keep pointing the finger at the bad and evil and immoral being outside of us when it resides within. There are plentiful examples of this and you don’t need to look too far to find them.

okay, so a quick summary?

To spell this out simply.

Too much of any hormone = stress on the body.

Stress on the body means the body is working too hard (our default setting is for the body to return to homeostasis; balance).

Body working too hard = creation of excess heat.

We call this inflammation.

If it’s in the joints, it’s arthritis.

If it’s in the mind, dementia. In the lungs we call it CPD, or a milder form, asthma.

The skin? Psoriasis (and a hole range of others).

The blood vessels? Rashes, fevers, fatigue.

And so on.

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There is no problem in your life that cannot be attributed to inflammation or hormone imbalance (and I won’t… but I could explain why your car breaks down on you and all your “bad luck” is related). Cortisol and the fear response have been explained. This is profound. Why? Because love and fear do not co exist. It’s like “on” or “off”. Try to be both and you will very very quickly burn out (think braking a car without taking your foot off the gas pedal).

n.b.

Another important point. Please let us pause to recognise that the blame game is an entirely pointless and harmful one. Sadly it’s one that almost everyone gets drawn into - rather than being solution focussed.

I could write here about the dairy industry and how their advertising has brainwashed generations into believing dairy is not only healthy, but necessary. I could discuss how advertising works. How the food industry pays zero attention to health and the health industry zero attention to food. I could write a book on the greed for profit driving it all. They probably all already exist.

But none of that matters.

(and even if it did - it is just a mirror. they ignore the health crisis and suffering they create for their pleasure (money) just as you ignore the health crisis and suffering you create for yourself and others around you. same same)

Because all of those issues immediately dissolve when you stop spending your money on their products. Any of the cycles of evil in this world can only continue when you are a willing participant and consumer. It’s simple supply and demand. Spending money is casting a VOTE about the kind of world you want. Every penny shapes the reality of your choosing.

But like any smoker can ignore the health warnings for decades, so too will we ignore the overwhelming evidence that shows cancer and almost (if not) every other ailment and disease is caused by the consumption of animal flesh and dairy products.

The only way out of any addiction is through love. And typically it is the love for the others that is the starting key. Later it will become about love for ourselves. But we can’t begin there. For if we could begin there, there would be nothing to overcome.

Phew! You made it!

Here’s a temporary reward. To help it all sink in.

Seriously. Well done. I’m not expecting many will finish reading this ❤️✨👌

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Kayleigh Fraser ✨

philosopher, alchemist, writer & poet with a spirit of fire & passion for all things health & love related 💫

“When life gives you lemons,

Know you are asking for them.

If you want oranges, focus on oranges”

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  • Dana Stewart8 months ago

    Well presented article, Kayleigh, with some eye opening insights. I’ve been really committed to healthy eating for about a year. It’s extremely difficult to eat out and eat healthy. Even if it’s a vegetable plate you don’t know how they reason it i.e. butter, grease. I will have to rethink some of my choices, eliminate my new addiction of coffee creamer. Thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge. I might have to use coconut milk now.

  • Scott Christenson8 months ago

    Nice article on the downside of dairy, and our addictive cravings for it. For me, I usually find it more practical to cut back by substituting something else I enjoy (like soy milk) most of the time, rather than 100% abstinence. But I totally agree there's nothing in dairy that's essential to human health. One can get plenty of calcium from vegetables, seeds like sesame, or sardines and small fish..

  • Kristen Balyeat8 months ago

    I read this yesterday but didn't get the opportunity to comment! What an amazing piece, Kayleigh! You did an incredible job presenting the scientific facts as well as deep convictions in such a beautiful way! Wonderful bits of information that I had not yet heard! I admittedly have given up dairy many times, and come back to it over and over. I now have some new things to think about. Grateful to you for taking the time to create this piece! I can see how much effort you put into it, and it is appreciated!

  • This is so thoughtful and well written, thank you. My uncle observed calves on his farm constantly trying to return to their mothers for milk, and theorised that a lot of behaviour in humans is a similar phenomenon - an attempt to fill the cup that wasn't filled when they were babies. At the time, it seemed a bit simplistic, Freudian and un-feminist... but sometimes I wonder if he was on to something.

  • I've been a vegetarian for 13 years now and counting. I was a vegan for one and a half years from June 2015 to January 2017. I included dairy products because I was lacking Vitamin B12 severely and it was too expensive to depend on supplements. I really had no choice. But my diet doesn't include dairy daily now. Just once a week, to keep my B12 levels in check. I'm so glad you wrote this. I hope this gets a Top Story because more people need to read this!

  • ARC9 months ago

    Love your insights, Kayleigh. You are rising above the content and seeing the structure of life… the way our society’s systems are all built on and reinforce one another. Lots of solutions in this article for people who are looking for them. Well done and thanks for putting this out into the world 💙

  • MANOJ K 9 months ago

    all pictures tell story awsome

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