Real Talk with Starr Intellectual

Adolescent Sex-Ed

03/01/2012 18:25:00

Contraception is a major issue with Adolescent sexual behavior. Close to 40% of adolescent “first time sexual experiences” happen with no use of protection or pregnancy prevention. Research shows Black adolescents begin at a younger age than Whites and Hispanics, which is due to the developmental differences such as puberty and higher levels of hormones/testosterone. As much as many parents do not like to take responsibility for their children’s’ early sexual behavior, the parenting of the children plays a huge part in the sexual decisions they will make in the near future and so forth. Sadly, single parent homes, poverty, and disadvantaged neighborhoods play a significant role in sexual activity for Black adolescents. Should the lack of education about sex be blamed on the adolescents or the parents? How can one blame the adolescents or even the parents when the parents are uneducated as well about this potential dangerous behavior? Who is responsible for educating the children and the parents? WE ARE. Our tax dollars are responsible when an unplanned teen pregnancy develops and statistics show 37% of these pregnancies end with abortions. What can we do to educate our adolescents about sexual behavior? First solution is to make parents aware their children are no exception to sexual behavior. Most are in denial. Show parents the statistics and encourage them to have open communication with their children. Many programs have been developed to educate about the Sexually Transmitted Disease issues and pregnancy among teens but these organizations lose credibility because they show little to no effect on the issue. None of these organizations have unflawed foundations, example “Planned Parenthood”. Let us come together to personally reach out. This seems to be a major issue in the African American community. Even if it doesn’t affect you directly because you “left the hood” and you are sipping on tea and golfing with your coworkers on Saturdays, remember your children and children’s children will reap the benefits of us acknowledging and caring about what happens amongst our own. Peace!

Nappy or Not

02/16/2012 06:39:00

Hypothetical question:

If there was no European influence on Black people, what would be our standards of beauty? Would it be straight hair, alkaline features, and light skin? Or would the standards of beauty be dark skin, spiral hair, and dark eyes? These are questions that should make us think. If slavery would have never happened, and the dark skin and light skin “Willie Lynch” mentality was never developed, what would be the standard of beauty? Are the results of slavery still haunting us? To answer this, I would say Hell Yes. Why else would a black woman with dark eyes put blue contacts in her eyes? I am not downing peoples with blue eyes, but I feel why not be proud of what you already have. Many defend their choice of fashion by saying it a fashion statement. A fashion statement is wearing some ripped jeans or a sequence halter top, but to change the very thing that makes you divine is a form of self hate. As far as desiring straight hair, the spirals in your hair indicate how close to nature you are because your hair spirals to the sun. Our hair is so divine that there is a mathematical sequence called Fibonacci in which proves how natural our hair is. Fibonacci Spiral is geometrically beautiful and can be found in all aspects of nature from vegetation to the cosmos. The integers go in a sequence such as follows: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, 144, 233, 377, 610, 987, 1597, 2584……… ect.

Why strive for straight hair and calcify your pineal gland with harsh chemicals to change the natural sequence of what makes you beautiful? Because a European concept that has poisoned your mind? Or because you want to fit in society? Or because your perception of beauty is warped? Next time you meet someone who wants to strip away their divine black beauty, ask them these questions.

Do You Know Your Nuts

02/11/2012 03:56:00

Many people take their nuts for granted. If people knew how beneficial nuts are, they would eat more of them. After reading this, perhaps you will take some pride in your nuts (the food of course). It wouldn’t be interesting without adding some humor to it (wink wink)

Walnut Health Benefits

Improve artery function
Prevent Gallstones and Gall bladder disease
A great Source of Melatonin, a hormone produced by the pineal gland (the third eye)
Melatonin promotes good sleep
Natural Antioxidant
Rich with Omego-3 which promote bone health
By eating just 4 walnuts a day significantly increase blood levels of Omega-3
Great source of Manganese and Copper
Walnut contain ellagic which prevent cancer cells

Pecans

Boost immune system
Helps with Hypertension
Pecans have Oleic Acid which suppress the activity of a gene in cells that trigger breast cancer
Drops Cholesterol levels
Pecans contain gamma-tocopheral (vitamin E) can kill prostate cancer cells
Pecans (and other nuts) are high in protein and can replace meat in a daily diet

Pistachio

Reduce risk of Heart Disease
High in Fiber which can help prevent colon disease
Pistachios contain carotenoids which promote eye health. Adding 2ozs daily increase healthy carotenoids by 50%
A great antioxidant
Reduces stress levels

Almonds

A Brain food that boost intellectual levels
Regulates cholesterol
Almond improves complexion of skin
Prevents colon cancer
Protection against diabetes by reducing rise in insulin levels after meals
Almonds contain folic acid with is essential for pregnant women
Helps with weight loss
Boost energy because Almonds contain manganese, copper, and riboflavin

Cashews

Cancer preventing properties
Cashews have lower fat content than most other nuts and contain Oleic acid which helps with coronary heart diseases
Rich in copper which promotes hair and skin health
Rich in magnesium which is necessary for strong bones
Magnesium levels help with Nerves
Prevent Gallstones by 25%

Peanuts

Great for Cardiovascular health
Calcium and Vitamin D promote healthy bones
Promote Neurological Development which decrease developing of Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases
Great for pregnant women because the Folate helps prevent birth defects
Great source of Fiber
The fats in peanuts help control blood sugar levels

Macadamia

Contain selenium which reduce certain cancers
Great source of fiber
Contains Magnesium which is essential for strong bones
Cholesterol free
Rich in Calcium which is great for teeth
Rich in Iron which is good for your red blood cells
Contain high levels of protein
Energy boosting
Can eliminate many colonic problems

Hazelnuts

Flavonoids found in hazelnuts support brain health
Improve Circulation
Reduce allergy symptoms
Protect against heart disease
Contains high amounts of vitamin E which promote healthy skin, nails, and hair
Zinc which is important for development in sexual hormones
Calcium which is essential for healthy teeth and other bones
Iron which is great for the blood
Potassium which is great for nerves and muscle system
25gr of hazelnuts a day can protect against many diseases such as heart disease and cancers

Brazil Nuts

High in calories but a source of healthy fats
High levels of selenium which prevent cancers
Contain high levels of copper and magnesium
Gluten free like Almonds and Pine nuts
Excellent source of B-complex vitamin (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folates)
High in vitamin E
Brazil nut oil helps protect skin from dryness and have also been used in cooking

Welfare Estate

02/06/2012 20:12:00

I noticed people are making a living depending on the system (Government assistance). One should not be ashamed of reaching out for help but it should not be the first option that comes to mind. The lack of education and self respect is the cause for so many people being on the system. It starts with unprotected and irresponsible sex which is the lack of self control, and the lack of respect is not taking responsibility for the outcome. I personally am not defending the government because this is a trap designed by the government which is a form of control used against the low class, however; I would be no better than them if I didn’t strive to inform people. Family planning and financial security should be the primary goal between a man and a woman prior to conception so they will not have to be another statistic. Everyone gets down on their luck, we have all been there. This topic isn’t about people who have families but were laid off, lost everything, and had to receive assistance to live. I am referring to people who make a career out of utilizing Government and State assistance and plan pregnancies just to place them on the system. What is so pleasurable about having sex unprotected when you cannot afford medical insurance? Not alone, a baby being born 9 months later. Let’s make people think about these choices they make because it doesn’t only effect them, it affects us all.

Fast Food Fast

02/03/2012 22:05:00

Lately I have been questioning what has happened to home cooked meals? My generation has lost traditional values when it comes to 3 course meals being cooked in the home daily. I personally continue this pattern. I notice fast food has become the primary source of food for young adults and no wonder obesity and type 2 diabetes is on a rise in the Black Community. I understand this is due to stressful work schedules and time for cooking is an issue, and the way the economy currently is, fast food is probably ideal financially for some. Considering you can now get a double cheese burger for 1 dollar. Though I see the points people make when they grab some greasy fries and chicken nuggets, do anyone question what this is doing to them internally? Do people have any clue what they are placing in their bodies? Fast foods are high in sodium, low in fiber, and loaded with high amounts of saturated fat. Including the chicken nuggets people love to feed their children. Chicken nuggets also include BEEF extract (a lil secret I wanted to share). My advice for many is to incorporate living foods in your daily diet. Replace an order of small fries with an apple or banana. When we fill our bodies with dead foods daily, how do we expect to live? It doesn’t add up. Let’s encourage our friends and loved ones to do some simple lifestyle changes so they can live a longer and healthier life.

Misconceptions in the Media

01/17/2012 01:31:00

Television is exactly what it is pronounced to be. Tell-Lie-Vision. Abbreviated TV, this device is full of programs. What exactly is the definition of the word program? A program is a system of procedures or activities that has a specific purpose. What is the purpose of this programming? To program the mind of the viewer. When the mind is being subconsciously programmed, this is a form of brainwashing or conditioning. Once the conditioning process is successful, one starts perpetuating behavior patterns which are portrayed on the Tell-Lie-Vision. I am not implying not to watch TV; I am simply making you aware of the toxicity that exists to control your brain. Music has similar effect. We wonder why romantic relationships fail suddenly and our teenagers strive to wear the most stylish clothing, the media pushes the illusions in minds of millions. Reality shows are the worse. Each reality show I have accidently viewed were full of angry hormonal women either fist fighting or bickering. Black women especially are portrayed extremely wrong in these reality shows because I personally don’t know many women in their 30s who fist fight on a regular. This is how the world is looking at us, and sadly, this is not reality. The life of a middle class black woman in America does not consist of fist fights weekly. Though we cannot stop the media from portraying this and our friends and family from viewing, let’s make them aware of this flawed form of programming.

Natural Healing

01/07/2012 16:54:00

My father used to always tell me as a child “There is always an internal reaction to anything you put in your body”. This rang in my head till this day, even as an adult. When I see people take prescription drugs, it makes me clinch. Many are unaware of what exactly is being placed in their bodies. Have you ever asked yourself, how did our ancestors heal themselves? Nature provides us with everything we need to heal ourselves, so why do we continue to place prescription drugs in our systems with risky side effects? These drugs do not cure the problem but they cure the symptom most of time and the side effects are not worth it. I find it less complicated to use natural alternatives than spend hard earned money on prescription drugs. 150,000 people die yearly from “PROPERLY” taking prescription medicine. These are not the individuals who are doing them recreationally or for addiction. This number should make you wonder. I never heard of anyone dying from using cinnamon or parsley which can treat you for a number of things. My goal is to educate everyone on this matter and hopefully prolong healthy lives. I have a number of lists I create to share with those who wish to learn of simple and inexpensive alternatives to promote good health. You will be shocked at what I have come up with.

Coriander

Treatments of Swelling- possess anti rheumatic and anti arthritic properties

High Cholesterol

Diarrhea

Mouth Ulcers - Citronelol, a component of essential oils in coriander, is an excellent antiseptic

Anemia – Coriander has iron

Digestion

Menstrual disorders - helps proper secretion of the hormones and thereby inducing proper menstrual cycles and reducing pains etc. during periods

Small Pox

Eye Care - prevents aging of eye

Blood sugar disorders

Honey

Antibacterial - it can be applied to the skin to remove wrinkles and pimples

Antifungal - helps disinfect and speed the healing process in wounds, scrapes and burns.

Insomnia - eating a tablespoon or two of honey at bedtime can improve sleep quality without causing weight gain.

Moisturizer - honey binds moisture to the skin and helps it stay hydrated.

Wound Healing Properties – numbs pain on wounds

Inflammation Reducer

Digestion

Burns

Boost Immunity

Sore Throat

Mango

Anti-cancer - contains enzymes that fight and prevent cancers of the gastrointestinal tract

Eye Health – Vitamin A

Digestion - enzymes that help break down proteins and aid digestion

Helps Diabetics - Helps normalize normal insulin levels

Boost Sex Drive – helps regulate sex hormones and boost sex drive

Avoid Heat Stroke - Unripe mangoes, a rich source of pectin, when

steamed and juiced with cumin, rock salt and sugar, provide an excellent remedy for heat stroke and heat exhaustion in summer

Gaining Weight - 100 grams of mango contains about 75 calories. It is also a starch

Skin Care – great for relieving clogged pores

Anemia – Great for pregnant women who need iron

Increase Memory – Contains Glutamine which is beneficial for children who lack concentration

Saffron

Treats Depression

Improves Memory - Saffron contains compounds called crocetin and crocin that may improve memory and cognitive processing

Treats Cancer

Supports Eyesight

Menstruation Relief

Prevent Heart Disease

Asthma (in tea form)

Heartburn (in tea form)

Premature Ejaculation (in tea form)

Celery

Gout-Celery seed extract treats gout

Hypertension

Reduce Cold Symptoms

Lowers Cholesterol – reduce artery clogging

Diuretic – rich in sodium and potassium

Boost Immune System – the vitamin C boosts Immunity (high in Vitamin C)

Arthritis - Celery sticks contain a diuretic substance, which help to remove uric acid crystals that build around joints.

Relieves Migraines

Ophthalmologic disease – put drops of celery tea on eyelids

Licorice

HIV – slows progression of HIV. Licorice helps to trigger the chemical compound interferon which is the body's virus fighting agent.

Skin Problems – fights eczema and psoriasis

Heal Cold Sores

Treats Hepatitis

PMS – has mild estrogenic effects and balances estrogenic levels

Prevent Stomach Ulcers

Fevers – drink licorice in tea form to reduce fever

Fat Burner

Anti-inflammatory

Respiratory Problems – Licorice has anti-allergen properties

The Ego

12/16/2011 21:59:00

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Foundations...

12/13/2011 21:52:00

As individuals, we all have our unique ways of learning. Some learn through touching and observing, some learn based on what they are told, and many learn through pure experience. My way of learning is rather frustrating because I cannot grasp the concept of anything until I get down to the core of how it became what it is. Learning anything is a task for me. I tackle all things from inside out. I’m a critical thinker and I’m extremely logical. This is a blessing and a curse at the same time. It makes me intellectual with the ability to decipher pretty much anything, but sadly it makes me an outcast to society. While the majority follow tradition and conform, I.m the one in the background questioning why. I like to know the foundation and origins of what I.m learning or following. I have my own theory called the Foundation Theory. This theory is as stated: How a structure or organization was created from the foundation, will end according to how solid the integrity of the foundation began. These are my words and my theory and I can give examples to support this theory. A home is a physical structure which requires a solid foundation. If the home is built upon a muddy unstable foundation, no matter how beautiful the home is decorated or painted, it will always be unstable. This home can be the most gorgeous mansion in the country, and people can admire this home from afar and desire their homes to mimic this breath taking structure and design. They forget about the foundation and some are so caught on the exterior beauty, they never learn that this mansion was built on a nasty muddy lot which is contaminated. They simply ignore the stench of the impurities on which the house was built upon. Upon realization the house was built on such unstable ground, their very response would be, "Don't focus on the negative. Look at what it became to be!" So the response is telling us to ignore the foundation and just be in awe of the beauty because that is what the masses are doing. After comprehending my theory on foundation and my long drawn out example of the beautiful mansion built on mud, lets take a look at the comparison to religion. The foundation of Christianity was full of torture, murder, intimidation, and pure misery. Millions of people dead in the name of Jesus. Over 2000 years Christians have played sadistic roles in millions mutilated and murdered. Such a beautiful foundation isn’t it? Modern day Christians say, "Well, those were not true Christians." I would like for them to tell me the characteristics of a true Christian. These early Christians are the ones who created the blueprint for their religion so how were they not true Christians? The response normally is, "Well, they were not Christ like so they weren’t Christian". This is something that is very misunderstood considering anyone anointed can be a christ/christo. Christ is Greek for the anointed one, so I would like to say I am Christ like. I anointed myself long ago with shea butter oil. Perhaps it’s humorous but I’m a realist. For many to deny the grim history of this religion is like sweeping huge piles of dust under the rug. Regardless if the fore-fathers of this religion was Christ like or not, does this truly change the dark history and foundation on which it stands? This is the unstable foundation this religion rest upon. How something starts is exactly how it will end.

Starr Video Blog 4 part 2

12/02/2011 17:03:00

Here's part two of my 4th video blog. Enjoy!

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