This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 29th day of July, 1933, in accordance with request made by self - Mr. [342], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mildred Davis and L. B. Cayce.

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body, [342].
2. As we find, while there are some disturbing influences in the better physical functioning of the body, these are in the greater part minor conditions in the present. And, were these corrected now, it would prevent greater distresses in those disturbing functionings later on.
3. Then these, as we find, have tendencies for specific conditions of minor nature; yet, if these are not eliminated, and the body continues to attempt to adjust itself to the disorders, then much of the troubles would become constitutional, and would make for distresses that would be more disturbing and harder to cope with to bring about normalcy in the physical functioning body.
4. These, then, are the conditions as we find them with this body, [342] we are speaking of:
5. The BLOOD SUPPLY, as we find, shows little disturbances in the general system. There are periods when there would be shown some excess of refuse forces carried in the blood stream, weakening those portions of system where there are the tendencies of weakness. In the blood stream this is indicated by the disturbance that sometimes arises in the form of a humor in the capillary circulation, or especially the extremities where the emunctory circulation is nearer the surface; as under arms, elbows, in the groins, under knees, and the like.
6. With the taking of a little more alkalin in the system, ordinarily this disappears; but the causes of such disturbance are deeper, as we shall see.
7. In the NERVE SYSTEM, and SYSTEMS, we see again effects of a depletion in stamina in portions of the muscular and tendon forces of the body, produced by the lack of elements in the assimilation in system to supply proper nutriments for the keeping up of a normal balance.
8. Hence some glands come under distress through the condition, though the glands as yet are not the cause but a condition incident to improper balancing of the diet and of taking corrective or corrected exercise for the using up of energy and building of other forces in the system; which affects, as a part of same, the condition in the circulation to the auditory forces, to the eyes, to the head, by a depletion between the proper coordinated forces of sympathetic and cerebro-spinal nerve forces through those radial plexuses from 4th dorsal to the head. These are effects of this unbalanced condition, as also (the natural position, the straining of the eyes under light that is not in proper position, improper circulation) weakening in the locomotaries along the inside, and accompanying tendons along sciatic forces of the lower limbs, producing tiredness in feet and inflammation in Achillean burse, and producing that weakening in the arches of the feet.
9. The tendencies arise from disturbance to the thyroid, adrenal glands, as well as those of the lymph circulation, which is disturbed through this impoverishment in the lacteal centers or ganglia.
10. As indicated, then, these disturbances for this body, [342], are perfunctorily those of a debilitation by worry, bad eating, bad exercising, and are not of a nature as yet that would be termed serious or unbalanced.
11. Then, the ORGANS of the system are only disturbed at times; as the digestive system finds that these conditions at times produce sour stomach, tendency for heaviness in the kidneys from the attempt of the system to balance itself from an acidity and from the extra amount of uric acid or forces that are seen. At such times or at some periods, these make for a quickened pulse; though no organic or even functional heart disturbance, but a general internal hepatic disturbance, or a quickened hepatic circulation.
12. In meeting, then, the needs of the conditions, we would find that the debilitation would be overcome, making for a nearer normal balance in weight, or avoirdupois of the body - not excessive, but at present some ten to twelve pounds underweight for the better functioning of the body, mentally and physically.
13. We would begin first as with this:
14. Of mornings take a cold shower as soon as the body steps out of bed, see? COLD shower, with an exceedingly good vigorous rubdown, rubbing especially the spine until the whole of it is glowing.
15. Then take ten minutes of quick exercising of the arms and upper portion of the body, especially the head and neck exercise - which will aid in relieving the distresses in the sympathetic as related to the sensory organism; hence the arms having much to do with the exercise, and they would be similar to this:
16. As punching the bag (straight forward), then throwing the arms backward, expanding the chest, raising on the toes during such exercise, see? (and this with as little clothes on as is permissible with the surroundings). Then high over head, straight up, see? Then circular motion of arms, then the head and neck - bend forward (standing erect) three times, backward three times, to the left, to the right, then circle, see? It will strengthen the whole system.
17. Then, in the evening, take a tepid bath, see - not hot, not cold, but tepid. And then take the STOOPING exercise. Those that will strengthen the muscles and activity of the limbs from the waist downward, see? Especially those that rise on toes, rise on heels, rocking back and forth. Stooping, raising one foot; stooping, raising the other foot, and the like - see?
18. After such exercise in the evening, then rub down with a combination or compound of this:

    Russian White Oil...............2 ounces,
Rub Alcohol.....................2 ounces,
Witchhazel......................1 ounce,
Oil of Sassafras...............20 minims.

    Put this in a container half again as large as the quantity, for the tendency of the Sassafras Oil is to rise, but - before this is massaged into the spine (and the tendons of the lower limbs, knees and, especially, feet) - shake well together, see - that is, the oils. Then massage just what the body will absorb.
19. Begin from the first and take each day (for ten days, then rest five days, then begin over again) three drops of Atomidine before breakfast and five drops before retiring of evening, each dose in a whole glass of water.
20. The diet: Balance the diet well. This would be an outline; not to be adhered to in such strict sense as to become obnoxious but, as indicated, for a balancing of the body - see?
21. Mornings - fruits (raw) or cereals, or citrus fruits, or the like - but do not mix citrus fruits with cereals. Fresh fruits may be mixed. A little bacon occasionally. Coddled egg occasionally. A cereal drink; not coffee, but a cereal drink; as Ovaltine, chocolate, or the like - see?
22. Noons - none save green vegetables, or cooked vegetable soups (but not the vegetable itself if cooked); but raw vegetables, as carrots, celery, lettuce, tomatos, peppers, and the like. These may be made into a salad, with dressings or oils; or the salad may be altered occasionally (at such a meal) with green or raw fruits.
23. Evenings - a well balanced, well cooked vegetable meal, with (when meats are taken) fish, fowl or the like. One meal each week (evening meal) should be with tripe or liver, see?
24. Do these, and we will balance this body well together.
25. Ready for questions.
26. (Q) Are there any conditions in my teeth affecting my general or particular health?
    (A) Some of the teeth, as we find, need attention; and the gums need the use of such as Ipsab.
    The teeth should be given local attention. Not the cause; rather - at present - a resort [result?].
27. That is all the questions.
28. We are through for the present.

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BACKGROUND

1. He previously obtained a Business Rdg. and a Life Rdg.
2. 6/28/33 He submitted questions: "What would be my proper weight for the highest efficiency? What is the best method to use to attain my correct weight? Are there things I could do to strengthen my eyes, so as to do away with wearing glasses? My feet get tired and the ball of the left foot gets lame and sore. Are there any exercises or anything I could do to restore the arch to normal or near normal strength?
   "I presume the general rdg. reports and recommends on the vital organs of the body, such as the heart, stomach, intestines, liver and gall bladder, spleen, kidneys and the various glands, pancreas, prostate, pituitary, thyroid, suprarenal, pineal, testicles or any other portion of the body or nervous system having to do with the health or efficiency of the person. If information on the above is not given in the general rdg. will you please, if it is not too much trouble, ask about the condition and recommendation if needed on the organs and glands enumerated."
3. 7/09/33 "I have been troubled for some time with the itching of the anus. What should I do to get rid of this annoyance?"

REPORTS

1. 8/05/33 "Thanks very much for sending me the Physical Rdg. I have reread it a number of times and comparing my feelings of mental lassitude at times and physically tired feelings in my legs around my ankles and feet, it would seem that the information in the rdg. revealed the source of the trouble. I intend to follow the suggestions about food and exercise. Of course I have known and realized like most men that my diet was not always proper in type and quantity.
   "There is a statement about weight, I do not agree with, as the rdg. seems to indicate I should weigh 10 to 12 lbs. more. I believe that I am overweight at present. I weigh from 180 to 182 stripped (5' 8"). Believe I would be better if I weighed between 160 & 170. I suggest you examine your notes on this again.
   "I intend to make up the material for a rub, but I want to look into the Atomidine. We used homeopathy and have over 200 remedies at home. We have raised our family on it and have been well blessed with health, so I hesitate to take alopathic remedies unless I sort of satisfy my mind on it. However, I shall probably decide in the end to take it."
2. 8/09/33 EC's letter: "Yours of the 5th has been received. With much interest I noted what you had to say about your physical reading. I certainly hope you will at least give this a fair trial. From the reading, it is not my impression that your weight should be increased - but that ten to twelve pounds under your present weight would make for a better functioning of the physical body.
   "As for the Atomidine, this is a compound not of the alopath school at all, but you will find that it is used by naturopaths, homeopaths, eclectics, and all those who are not considered ordinarily as medical doctors but who are permitted to prescribe. I hope you will look into this, and I would like to have your report or reaction. If you really want to know the basis of the product and what it has done, I would suggest that you get in direct communication with the man who first produced it: Dr. S. A. Bisey."
3. 1/10/37 Routine mailing was ret'd marked ADDRESS UNKNOWN.

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