This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 30th day of December, 1939, in accordance with request made by the self - Miss [2070], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Mr. [1646].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.

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1. GC: You will go over this body carefully, examine it thoroughly, and tell me the conditions you find at the present time; giving the cause of the existing conditions, also suggestions for help and relief of this body. You will answer the questions, as I ask them:
2. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [2070].
3. As we find, there are physical disturbances in the physical functionings of the body. We find that these have been of long standing, and through the inactivity of the glandular system, as related to the distribution of assimilated forces, there has gradually grown to be that which is at times termed multiple sclerosis, - or such a slowing of the circulation TO AND FROM the heart's activity (which has reached such proportions) as to cause an excess in blood pressure. Thus there is a dilating (of course, very minutely, but sufficiently) of the veins themselves as to detract from the power of the proper flow.
4. Thus there is a decreasing of the pliability, or the flow of the impulse through the nerve forces and fibres, especially in the superficial circulation, as to detract from the stability of muscular activity, - especially through the extremities of the body.
5. Hence we find the ganglia in the locomotories - of the lower lumbar and sacral - and the area of the brachial plexus there are the greater distresses at the present time.
6. However, the local conditions which have existed and do exist as yet in a form, in the joints - as in the knee - cause a great deal of distress.
7. As we find, unless there are such administrations as will correct, alleviate and eliminate from the system these depletions and disturbances, they will continue until there is the entire loss of the use of hands, arms and lower limbs - from the very disturbance.
8. To be sure, the mental attitudes as are supervised by and for the body have been of a helpfulness, especially in that particular of enabling the body to relax.
9. These in this particular condition, however, are not curative, - but must be, in so far as possible, or practical, kept as a part of the administrations for beneficial conditions of the body.
10. But as we find, there are elements also, active principles, that may aid in a helpful manner for this condition, - if they are consistently and persistently added to the system.
11. First, we would use an influence or force to assist in the system's purifying of all the glandular activities, and aiding to clear same.
12. Then we would add principles that aid in stimulating a purified system to the activity of creating greater and better impulse to the nerve streams themselves, in the manner of their activity with the glandular system.
13. These should be aided also by a mechanical application as will assist in the distribution of energies through the system from the ganglia and impulse centers along the cerebrospinal system, - or through a gentle but firm, and deep, massage - more than adjustments; but preventing any area becoming congested. Such should be done very thoroughly and at regular intervals.
14. Then, we would itemize these applications as follows:
15. Begin with taking one minim (drop) of Atomidine in half a glass of water each morning before any meal is taken. Do this from one Sabbath, or Sunday, to the next. Then rest from same for a like period. Then take again, - and continue in this manner until at least six rounds have been completed; that is, six weeks of taking the Atomidine, and six weeks of leaving it off - in between, you see.
16. During the weeks that the Atomidine is NOT taken, have a thorough massage. Also during those same weeks that the Atomidine is NOT taken, we would add small quantities of CALCIOS to the diet; say Tuesdays and Thursdays, take the quantity that would be spread to cover a small wafer or cracker, about the size of the Premium White Cracker. This is to add stimuli for the activities of the glands, especially the thyroid, the thymus and the adrenal. These will aid.
17. During those periods when the Atomidine IS being taken, we would give - on Wednesdays - a high enema. This means with a colon tube. This will not only aid in keeping down the blood pressure but in purifying the system of the greater amount of drosses attempting to be eliminated through the excess activity of the purifying of the glandular forces from the taking of the Atomidine. In such enemas, or colonics, use a soda and salt solution. To the quart and a half of water, body-temperature, add a heaping teaspoonful of table salt and a level teaspoonful of baking soda. Use at least three quarts of water. Then afterwards use an antiseptic solution as an intestinal antiseptic; putting two teaspoonsful of Glyco-Thymoline to the quart and a half of water, body-temperature.
18. During these periods the diets should be of easily assimilated foods; with plenty of vegetable juices, especially, - and beets and carrots should be stressed. Preferably use a Vegetable Juicer. Spinach, and all forms of such leafy vegetables, celery, lettuce and the like, should be a part of the diet. About three ounces of such juices should be taken daily, whether it is at once or several times during each day, have at least that quantity.
19. Liver also should be stressed in the diet; brown and whole wheat bread, plenty of citrus fruit juices, - all of these should be part of the diet.
20. After the six weeks of taking the Atomidine (with the rest periods in between, as indicated - making twelve weeks in all, you see), we would then alter the applications - leaving off the Atomidine and taking instead the Chloride of Gold, prepared in this manner:
21. Add one grain Chloride of Gold to one ounce of distilled water. Keep this as one solution.
22. Add two grains Bromide of Soda to one ounce of distilled water. Keep this as another solution.
23. Each evening before retiring, take one minim of the Gold Solution and two minims of the Soda Solution, in half a glass of water. These would only be added together when to be taken, see? Do this daily for one week. Then leave off a week. Then take TWO minims of the Gold Solution and FOUR minims of the Soda Solution, continuing this dosage throughout, but having a rest period from same every other week, you see, just as indicated for the Atomidine.
24. Also keep up the massage, the colonics, and those things indicated with the other solution, and in the manner indicated.
25. After the Gold and Soda Solutions have been taken for four weeks, we would then give suggestions for further corrective measures.
26. The diets as related to the first periods should be continued through the second periods. Beware of too much pastries. Plenty of fruits and the salts and sugars of same, but not any large quantity of sugar itself. Buttermilk is preferable to sweet milk, if this is desired as a part of the diet. Cocoa and cereal drinks are alright. No carbonated waters, or foods or properties that carry any large quantities of same.
27. Red wine, as well as gelatin and gelatin products, may be a part of the diet, - if it is NOT taken in too large quantities; but if taken, take consistently - daily - for periods of at least ten days, leaving off a few days and then taking again. If one is taken, be sure to take the other also - the Red Wine (in the late afternoon, with black or brown bread AND the gelatin (which may be taken in orange juice at another period during the day; about a quarter teaspoonful in a little orange juice, taken immediately, and then more orange juice taken afterwards).
28. Do these, and then we will give further suggestions.
29. Ready for questions.
30. We are through for the present.

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    (GD's notes at the time of the reading:
    Calcios is manufactured by The Colloidal Health Products Corporation, Greenvale, Long Island, N.Y. It is a syrupy paste carrying free calcium easily digestible.
    Atomidine should be obtained from your local druggist; it is manufactured by The Atomidine Company, 64 East Sidney Avenue, Mount Vernon, N.Y. Take only in the manner indicated here, not as given on bottle.
    Write us about a week before you are ready for further instructions, so we may make an appointment for the check physical.)

BACKGROUND

1. 12/18/39 [2070]'s letter to EC:
   "In November, 1938 my friend, Mr. [1646], recommended that I seek your help, and in April 1939 he sent me your booklets to read. I cannot do things hastily as I feel I must be Divinely guided in such matters. Today I seem to have been clearly directed to write to you.
   "Since about the middle of September 1938 I have been afflicted with a nerve condition which has affected my walking. At times it is almost easier to run than to walk. I veer to the right and am compelled to keep constantly in motion, and am jerked backward or forward. When in public places I often have to grip the chair to feel secure upon it, and occasionally have spasmodic jerks. I find it difficult to stand any length of time. At times I have had difficulty in getting a cup, glass, or spoon to my mouth. For five months I had osteopathic treatments which eased me up for a time, but by last September the symptoms were more intense, so I went to a Christian gentleman on the 18th who has been giving me drugless therapy treatments ever since. He says that I have an extreme case of high nerve tension, but that I am very strong and healthy, and that my marvelous constitution has enabled me to live through the suffering I have been experiencing. But for God, I could not have endured. My back, neck and shoulders stiffen or tighten up and give me the sensation of being held by rods of iron. He says that my blood does not circulate properly nor fast enough. He has gotten my blood pressure down from 180 to between 120 and 130, and my pulse, which was not good, is much better.
   "In January 1929 I fractured my right leg just above the knee, and the suffering I had at that time when I was confined to my bed and a wheelchair for fourteen months and a half, seemed far less acute than this latest development. That accident left me with a stiff knee and my leg an inch and a quarter shorter which necessitates the wearing of a cork shoe.
   "I am a member of the Religious Society of Friends (Orthodox) and was forty-four years old last July 23rd. For a good many years I have clothed myself by what I have earned in typewriting for various people. I have a small savings account, but have no income or allowance. I believe that for your first reading you usually charge $40.00 and for the two check up readings, $10.00 each when reporting on a physical condition, giving an analysis of any ailment discovered and a system of treatment for it. I should like to pay something, but do not feel that I can afford to pay $20.00. What would you consider adequate in my case? Which day and at what hour between Christmas and New Year's could you give me a reading? I should arrange to be at home in a receptive frame of mind as I understand it is not necessary for me to be at Virginia Beach..."
2. 12/24/39 [2070]'s letter to EC:
   "Thank you for yours of the 21st and also for the data under separate cover which I will read at my leisure during the week. My resources are quite limited as I only get a little typing now and then to do; had practically none all summer. All I feel I can contribute for this reading is $10.00 and I enclose mother's check for same herewith.
   "Seeking and trusting God's will for me, I'm asking for the appointment for the physical reading at the time you specified on Saturday morning, the 30th, 10:30 to 11:30 and expect to be at the above address, and will keep the period for prayer and meditation..."

REPORTS

1. 1/10/40 [2070]'s letter to EC:
   "On Thursday, the 4th, I received the treatise or physical reading from you and found the information interesting.
   "My physician came on the 6th and read the analysis over carefully, and I think it gave him food for thought. He said that it prescribed the taking of a great deal of medicine and that he had never heard of Atomidine and was doubtful about Calcios. He was in favor of my going to a hospital and having my leg and back x-rayed; and a thorough check up made by a neurologist or good doctor to determine what is affecting my walking, and whether I have multiple sclerosis.
   "I feel sure you have helped many and that you have a rare gift, so I want to thank you for your efforts in my behalf. After going over my case thoroughly with my doctor, I feel that I can at least apply the suggestions made in your reading so far as possible regarding my diet.
   "Again thanking you for the service you rendered in His name..."

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