This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Virginia, this 30th day of May, 1934, in accordance with request made by the self, through her sister Mrs. [913], through Study Group #3 of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mrs. [913], Helen Ellington, Esther Wynne, Helen Storey, Mildred Davis, and L. B. Cayce.

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [565].
2. Now, as we find, while there are many conditions physical with this body that are very good, there are those conditions that with the correction would make a much better body physically and mentally for the activities in the mental, spiritual and material body.
3. The disturbances, as we find, have to do with some minor conditions respecting functionings of organs, and little or no organic disorder. While many portions of the system are involved at one time or another, the conditions are such that they may be easily corrected in the present.
4. These, then, are conditions as we find them with this body, [565]:
5. First, in the BLOOD SUPPLY, here we find the form of an anemia, or the lack of a proper balance in the numbers of the red blood cells and the white blood cells. This condition, while of an active nature, CHANGES at times; for we may find at times there would be almost sufficient in numbers of the red and quite a deficiency in the white, while again we may find an alteration in just the opposite direction. This arises from nervous conditions that disturb the circulation, and the assimilation of that taken as food values for the body. The nerve disturbance arises, as we shall see, from two - yea, three - distinct causes, making a combination of disorders contributory - as will be seen - one to another. Hence there is not only the variation in the red and white blood supply, or the form of anemia, but the character of the disturbance in other portions of the body, as we shall see.
6. As to the characterization of the blood itself; that is, the hemoglobin, the urea, the activity in its coagulation and in the blood count; this varies, not so much as to cause what may be termed an unbalanced metabolism but the very character of the nervous condition makes low blood pressure and at times disturbances to the heart's activity and its pulsation. Dizziness arises at times from distinct causes, during the periods of the menstrual activity in elimination and during the periods when there is overexhaustion by excitement to the nerve forces of the body, or at other times we may find it arising purely from gases that form from nervous indigestion. These changes and alterations in the pressure cause changes in the character of the blood itself, though the body may not be said to have a blood disturbance - but the functioning of the organs themselves and their activity upon the system through the nerve supply makes the disturbance, though the character of the blood so far as carrying poisons or any character of bacilli in same is lacking; for it is very good in these directions.
7. In the NERVE FORCES of the body we find much that is a cause, and much that is an effect. So, it is not altogether nerves; though the body is nervous naturally from those conditions that have existed and do exist in the body, but under stress or strain no one would call the body, [565], a nervous person; for she would be very quiet and very determined and very set in what she would do, and she would do it! [Sister [913] said "True!".]
8. In the cerebro-spinal system we find there has been a relaxation in the 3rd and 4th dorsal area that has tended to make for a relaxing in the POSITION of the stomach itself, or the organs or the nerve tendons and muscular forces through the hypogastric and pneumogastric plexus, as to allow the stomach itself to tilt to the lower side, or the pyloric end up and the hypogastric or the cardiac and lower than normal, you see. This makes for a tendency of easy fermentation in same, and is a natural strain on the nerve system. The muscular reactions cause the condition, but the effect is in the nerve system; and as those plexus in the upper dorsal are in close connection or association with the sympathetic and sensory nerve reactions through the ganglia near the 1st, 2nd and 3rd dorsal area, this makes for a slowing of the circulation to the head, you see, sympathetically. Hence organs of the sensory system SYMPATHETICALLY become involved, as at times there is the tendency for a quick drying of the throat - and the body feels like it would spit cotton often! At other times we have a thumping or drumming in the ear. At others there are the tendencies for the conditions to produce irritations and burnings in the eyes, especially if there has been an eyestrain either by being in the wind, poor light or strong light; any of these will produce an irritation through the necessary energies used and the lack of supply of nerve energy from the depletion in the area as indicated.
9. From this sympathetic condition, both as to the nerve supplies to the organs of digestion and as to the activities in the eliminations of the body during the periods that should be natural or normal, the reactions also produce an irritation again which causes the secretions from the vagina in such measures or manners as to make irritations so that the body is irritable in manner; and until the flow has begun there are pains produced in top of head, dizziness, lack of appetite, and an excess activity of the kidneys or bladder. These are purely reflex and are sympathetic conditions, as we have indicated, from a subluxation in the 3rd and 4th dorsal plexus area.
10. As to the activities of the ORGANS themselves:
11. In the brain forces the reactions and activities are near normal.
12. The organs of the sensory system, as indicated, are disturbed through reflex conditions arising from the upper dorsal and reflexly through the cervical area.
13. Lungs, bronchi, larynx, only at periods when there are irritations to the hypogastric area is there any disorder of a nature not normal, but this will be corrected when the corrections are made throughout the system.
14. The digestive system, as indicated, shows disturbances; not only as to position of the stomach itself but as related to the digestive activities and reflexly to the heart's activity through poor circulation impoverished by the inactivity of that assimilated being properly directed in the system, and sympathetically also for the organs of the pelvis in their activity.
15. The liver, spleen, pancreas, as we find, would function near normal when there is a normalcy from the position or the activities of the body. When there are those changes that may be brought about by the addition of those properties necessary for creating a balance in the system, these will make for proper activity throughout the body.
16. Then, in making the corrections for this body, [565], we are speaking of:
17. First we would begin with making the proper adjustments osteopathically, especially - or specifically - in the upper dorsal area, COORDINATING the rest of the ganglia and the activity of the organs with same as these corrections are made. As we find, this would not require more than sixteen such adjustments and treatments.
18. Begin immediately, when the body rests, with having the feet very much higher than the head; and after such a rest there should be the holding of the stomach better in position by the use of bandage or belt about the body. Not so tight as to cause discomfort, but as the manipulations and adjustments are made let these be of SUFFICIENT activity as to HOLD the position of the stomach, that the activities through same may be kept in their proper relationship with the rest of the system.
19. For those disturbances that have been produced by the nerve reaction to the other organs of the system, so as to make that incentive for the corrections being made to coordinate with the activities of the glands and functioning of the organs, we would take a compound put together in this manner; adding the ingredients in the order named:
20. To 16 ounces of distilled water, we would add; stirring in; beating fine or powdering each ingredient:

    Dried Wild Ginseng Root (rolled together
or beat very fine)................1 ounce,
Indian Turnip......................1/2 dram,
Wild Ginger (now this isn't Wild
Ginseng, but Ginger - which
is a different root entirely).....1 dram.

    Boil slowly until it will amount to, when strained, 12 ounces. Then add to the solution 2 ounces pure grain alcohol and 1 ounce Syrup or Essence of Wild Cherry. See? The dose would be 1/2 teaspoonful twice each day, morning on arising before the meal and when ready to retire. And continue taking until the whole quantity has been taken, you see.
21. Keep the manipulations about twice each week, making corrections specifically in the upper dorsal area and the GENERAL conditions throughout the body made to coordinate with same.
22. This would be an outline for the diet, though it may be altered as the seasons change, you see:
23. Mornings - citrus fruit or dry cereals with fruit or berries and milk, but do not use the citrus fruits and the cereals at the same meal, or quantities of milk with the citrus fruit. Very crisp bacon with browned bread, coddled egg or the like may be taken at the same meal. These may be altered at times to fresh fruits or stewed fruits, stewed rhubarb or the like, which are well but change them from time to time.
24. Noons - either a liquid diet or a green fresh-vegetable diet; such as juices of vegetables, juices of meats, but do not combine the green vegetables and the soups - or the liquid diet WITH the green or fresh vegetables. Include all the vegetables that may be eaten in a salad. And if there is to be taken any pastry, pie, cake, cream or the like, eat it at the noon meal - not in the evening or morning meals.
25. Evenings - preferably well-cooked vegetables, with at least one period each day (either morning or evening - and well that it be altered) of beef JUICES; not the meats but the beef juices made fresh every few days, not large quantities, but that we may change the activities in the system as to the correction in the blood supply. The meats should be rather those of fowl, liver, tripe, pigs' feet, or the like. Any of these should be included as to meats, but the greater portion should be of vegetables - with meats such as these taken at least three times each week.
26. Do these and, as we find, in thirty-six to forty days we will have a body quite a bit changed and near normal.
27. Ready for questions.
28. (Q) What causes pains and weakness around heart?
    (A) As indicated, the straining on the system, the tendency of the dropping or falling of the stomach itself, and the gases that form which make pressures through the alimentary canal and in the stomach itself, you see. Reflex; not an organic condition.
29. (Q) Do I have astigmatism?
    (A) More in one eye than in the other. Everyone has it in some form or another. This will be much corrected, or very much changed, with the correction in the upper dorsal as indicated, and through the cervical region.
30. (Q) Are the pills I am taking harmful?
    (A) They ARE!
31. (Q) Can she get the proper osteopathic treatments in Raleigh; if so, whom would you suggest to give them?
    (A) Chambers or Carlson, [Carson] one or the other.
32. (Q) Would a belt manufactured for the purpose of holding the stomach in position be suitable?
    (A) As we find, this may be best fitted or adjusted - but a belt may be made by using the heavy cloth that is of the nature that would hold the stomach in better position, you see, and much easier, and not cost so much either!
33. (Q) In what minerals am I deficient, and how may they be supplied?
    (A) Not so much deficient in minerals as in the blood supply - as we have indicated - being deficient in the ability of the system, in its present conditions and nervous state, to ASSIMILATE that taken. With the corrections osteopathically, and following the diet outlined or in that direction, we will supply the proper minerals.
34. (Q) To what colors do I vibrate?
    (A) Shades of red.
35. (Q) Please give mental and spiritual advice.
    (A) When individuals have been under such nerve strain that has existed with this body for some time, spiritual advice is often rather aggravating than satisfying; though at times the body has sought such in its activities. With a change in the physical conditions, the outlook of the mental body will be entirely different.
    Each soul should gain this as its basis for activity:
    The MENTAL IS the builder. Hence the mental attitude has much to do with the physical conditions of the body, but it does not set broken bones; neither does it strengthen ligaments that have been stretched through activities that have gradually drawn in a body.
    But the attitude of mind, if it is from the spiritual forces and desires, will bring that which will build a life and an experience of peace, harmony and happiness.
    Follow that.
36. We are through for the present.
    [5/30/34 Following above rdg. the sister, Mrs. [913], said that it was a perfect description of her sister's condition. She said Mrs. [565]'s husband was a druggist, so he could prepare the compound for her. "I agree with the lady who said to me yesterday that Edgar Cayce is the greatest man in the world." Mrs. Ellington said Dr. M. L. Richardson said he doesn't know how EC gets it, but he does get it. She reported that Dr. Carl S. Frischkorn, N.D., recently highly recommended EC.]

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file
    Copy to Mrs. [913] (sister) of ..., Va.
    (5/30/34 GD enclosed letter to druggist and to osteopath and further wrote: "Dr. Crews [Dr. Gena Crews, D.O.] here tells us that there is a Dr. Carlson [Carson] associated with Dr. Tucker [A. R. Tucker, D.O.] of the Tucker Sanatorium there, but she does not know of a Dr. Chambers."
    DIRECTIONS FOR MAKING PURE BEEF JUICE
    Put small chunks raw beef in covered fruit jar. Put jar inside pan of water (water coming to about half the depth of jar). Boil until chunks of beef are thoroughly done. Strain. Keep juice in cool place. Dosage: Tablespoonful at meals, diluted with water as a broth.)

BACKGROUND

1. 5/30/34 Sister, Mrs. [913], came with others to be present for the reading, which she had requested previously for her sister, Mrs. [965]. However, she never at any time indicated the nature of her sister's illness.

REPORTS

1. 6/18/34 Friend of Mrs. [913] reported that Mrs. [913] on a recent visit found that Mrs. [565] was physically unable to visit a hospital or go near a doctor, having such a great dread and fear of both, but when she rec'd her rdg. she got up enough courage to go to see a doctor as recommended, and after each visit it was easier next time.
   Dr. A. R. Tucker refused to follow the reading until he had made an x-ray. Mrs. [565] finally consented. The x-ray verified the reading in every detail. Dr. Tucker was astounded. He agreed to follow the suggestions and to not charge for the x-ray. He said he didn't know how Edgar Cayce knew this, but it was true. Mrs. [565] said she would not take five million dollars for the rdg., poor as she was. Relatives and friends are elated over the outcome of this rdg. She is taking treatments regularly and improving under them.
   Mrs. [913], sister of Mrs. [565], became worried when it was learned that one of the doctors recommended in the reading was dead [Dr. Carson]. Some members of Group #3 were also worried, but it was pointed out that "the forces" recognize no time or space. The mere fact that a doctor who had been in that town was named was truly remarkable.
2. 8/17/34 Mrs. [565]'s sister reported: Great improvement; nerves better. "Doctor showed me pictures of x-rays of her stomach - it was under her heart and pressed against this organ. She thought she had heart trouble. Intestine four inches lower than it should have been. It is thought that an operation sometime before might have caused the condition.
   "She eats better and shows splendid appetite. Bowels wonderful. For 18 yrs. she had not had a movement without medicine. She says she wants to come to Va. Beach to hear her next rdg."
3. 11/07/34 Miss Mildred Davis wrote Dr. A. R. Tucker requesting a report on Mrs. [565]. 11/08/34 See his reply below, Par. R6.
4. 11/24/34 Mrs. [565]'s letter: "For the past 8-9 yrs. I have been in extremely bad health, having been to the most prominent doctors in Raleigh. I have been to the hospital and undergone five operations at one time. Instead of getting relief I was gradually growing worse. No one was able to diagnose my case successfully. And 5 yrs. ago I had a complete nervous breakdown at the time of my father's death. During this period I was unable to attend the funeral of either my father or mother. Unable to do any shopping or be in a crowd or even in the presence of a small group of people without going completely to pieces. "Having heard of your work and after it was suggested, during a visit to Norfolk, I was most anxious for a Physical Rdg., which was obtained through you after I ret'd to my home in ..., N.C. When the rdg. was rec'd I was determined to carry it out to the letter if possible. I went to the Tucker- Carson Sanitarium in Raleigh, and the rdg. was turned over to Dr. Tucker. I asked him if he would treat me as suggested in the rdg. After reading it he said he would not treat me as suggested, and would give me no treatment at all until after he had made a thorough examination, which I submitted to. I went to his office 4 days in succession. I was x-rayed several times and was given a very thorough examination. At the completion of this I was informed that his diagnosis of my case including the x-ray pictures were identical to the diagnosis in the rdg., after which he treated me as suggested in the rdg. I followed the diet as closely as possible and after several treatments I began to feel some improvements. I cont'd with the tr. and took every tr. as suggested in the rdg. I can truthfully say that I feel better than I have felt in yrs. I can drive my car and go any place that I wish at any time, something I have not been able to do in yrs. I am indeed most grateful to you."
5. 11/08/34 Letter from Dr. A. R. Tucker from the Tucker-Carson Sanitarium, Inc., Raleigh, N.C., to Mildred Davis:
   Miss Mildred Mary Davis Association for Research and Enlightenment Virginia Beach, Va.
   Dear Miss Davis:
   I have your letter of Nov. 7th, 1934 in reference to Mrs. [565]. Mrs. [565] was under our care for about six weeks, her last treatment being July 31st, 1934. We made Gastrointestinal X-ray and checked her up physically for every angle. Your diagnosis was verified by our physical findings and we followed closely as possible your suggestions as to treatment. Mrs. [565] made splendid progress under treatment and she told me to-day that she is much better than she has been for a long time.
   I appreciate your referring Mrs. [565] to us and will be glad to co-operate with you in any case you send. We certainly appreciate your recommending the other three patients you mentioned in your letter, and if they come to us we will do our very best for them.
   Sincerely, [signed] A. R. Tucker
6. 12/05/34 In reply to inquiry: "We have no objection to your using our name and the name of our institution in reporting Mrs. [565]'s case."
7. 12/34 A.R.E. Bulletin carried quotes from [Text of Reading] 565-1 with marginal notes by Hugh Lynn Cayce as follows:
   Par. 3 - NOT SERIOUS - Considering the fact that this woman had been ill for several years, while being treated unsuccessfully by several doctors, this statement is not only encouraging, but startling. The proof is results.
   Par. 6 - WITHOUT EXAMINATION - 150 MILES AWAY - No examination of Mrs. [565] had been made by Mr. Cayce or anyone connected with the Association, yet in the very first of this reading we find specific descriptions of the condition of the blood that were later verified by thorough, physical examinations.
   Par. 6 - COULD THIS FIT ANYONE? - Here we have a description of spells of dizziness with references to periods and causes. Only the patient would know if these statements were accurate.
   Par. 6 - ENCOURAGEMENT - In view of the long periods of suffering and the alarming symptoms that might easily have indicated more serious conditions, these statements are most encouraging.
   Par. 8 - WITHOUT X-RAY - Here is a specific reference to the position of an internal organ. (This was checked with X-Rays.) Notice that definite cerebrospinal nerve centers are described as controlling this area, and that other spinal centers are mentioned as being affected reflexly, thus producing disturbances in the head and throat.
   Par. 9 - NO VAGUENESS HERE - Any hit or miss approach is entirely lacking. This reading goes directly to the causes of both the principal troubles and the resulting reflex or secondary conditions. (In many cases, unfortunately, these more disturbing reflexes are treated rather than the real cause.)
   Par. 9 - MORE SYMPTOMS - Here are mentioned more definite symptoms, results of reflex actions. Surely the patient could judge as to whether these conditions existed as described.
   Par. 14--15 - INTERNAL ANALYSIS - This summary of the relative activity of the various organs of the body is clear and concise, completing a remarkably thorough analysis of this physical condition.
   Par. 17--21 - TREATMENT - Note the logical connection of each phase of the treatment with the condition described. These are not suggestions for temporary relief by the use of some sedative, but clear directions for remedying the basic cause of the trouble.
   Par. 22--26 - DIET - The suggestions for diet include not only foods that should be taken at each meal, but also some that should not be taken.
   S U M M A R Y
   The completeness of our Case Study for this month is most gratifying. The analysis was extremely clear and accurate, tracing both internal causes and external symptoms. The suggested treatments were logical and easily carried out. The reports on the results obtained from following the suggestions, coming from both the doctor and the patient, indicate thorough cooperation.
   This case is but another small link in the chain of our conclusions. Alone, it might be classed by the skeptic as a coincidence or faked experiment. With records of hundreds of a similar nature besides it in our files, we feel justified in pressing forward. Do you know of someone similarly afflicted who might be aided?
   1. Demonstration after demonstration is proving the existence and application of mental and spiritual faculties transcending accepted theories of natural laws. 2. Psychical information is consistently being made of practical value in alleviating human suffering. 3. Greater understanding of the physical, mental and spiritual laws of our universe, and practical services to our fellow men must lead to a closer and more perfect relationship with the Creator. Only ignorance, selfish prejudice, and fear prevent open-minded investigation.
8. 2/26/36 Brother-in-law, Mr. [478]'s letter: "For approximately ten years prior to the rdg. Mrs. [565] was in extremely poor health, constantly under the doctor's care...she was gradually getting worse, especially her nervous system, and was almost a fit subject for the insane asylum at the time the rdg. was obtained... Her weight at the time the rdg.'s treatments were started was less than one hundred lbs. Today she weighs one hundred and forty lbs. Her condition is as normal as any person's. She can drive her own automobile, which she had not been able to do for a period of years...
   "It goes without saying that Mrs. [565], as well as her entire family, is extremely grateful for what this rdg. has meant to her, both physically and mentally, as well as for the happiness which has been brought to her home."
9. GD's note: Dr. A. R. Tucker treated several other patients subsequently sent to him with Edgar Cayce readings. Also his assistant, Dr. Edward M. Stafford. Even after EC's death we referred people to him.
10. 3/17/37 Routine mailing to Mrs. [565] was ret'd marked UNCLAIMED.
11. 2/27/43 Dr. A. R. Tucker's ltr.: "I have thoroughly enjoyed your book [THERE IS A RIVER] and am looking forward to meeting you in person some time."
12. 4/48 PHYSICAL READINGS BRIEFS by HLC included 565-1 under the heading NERVOUS BREAKDOWN.
13. 9/15/49 Samuel E. Benesch included 565-1 in his ABSTRACT OF 19 CASES OF NEURASTHENIA FROM THE EDGAR CAYCE RECORDS [see under 1745-2 Reports].

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