Gael Riverz - Inner Visions - Iridology - Discovering the Whole You

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Thank you to my children, Morgan, Aaron, Adam, and Lauren who inspire me with their beautiful individual essences, and whom I love with all my heart. Special thanks to Morgan for the idea. To Jim, for understanding and support. Thank you to all the Board members of IIPA and ICI for their encouragement. Heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Jane Smolnik, ND who is a beloved friend and co-creator in our dreams. And my appreciation for the role played by the fascinating, wonderful people I have encountered in my studies of iridology, from both the USA and abroad.

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Imagine having the choice to either close your eyes to what the future holds for you, or to know in advance what probabilities could occur long before the actuality. How would you react? Would you want to know that you had a particular predisposition to diabetes or arthritis, so that you could take the necessary steps toward prevention? Iridology holds this key.

All people should have choices. Genetic tendencies for chronic and degenerative diseases can be determined well in advance of symptoms through study of the eyes. It is imperative for people to know that they can benefit from a non-invasive science that might inform them of the potentials that lie ahead, further enabling choices to take preventive measures.

The intent of this book is to introduce and validate the science of iridology to the general public. Iridology has been in existence for over 3,000 years, but is just gaining respect in the United States in the past several decades. It is of great benefit that the average person understands the valuable tool for analysis available to them in iridology.

In addition, the many scientists, medical doctors, naturopaths, and researchers who have dedicated themselves to various areas of iridology and sclerology deserve the honor and notoriety that I will endeavor to credit them in this book. It will serve the public to know the lengths that are being taken all around the world to promote and prove the reliability of this wonderful science.

While certified iridologists may vary in their focus, they all attempt to present this noble science with integrity and attention to a certain standard of accepted and proven factual evidence.

Research in all areas of iridology is on a rapid rise, particularly due to the advancement in technology which allows clarity through magnification and digital imaging. It should be noted that the bulk of research is being performed largely in countries other than the USA. This is due to the unprecedented respect and acceptance of Iridology by the traditional medical field in Europe and other countries.

Iridology is the science and practice of analyzing the iris, the most complex external structure of the human anatomy. The practice of iridology is expanding rapidly as it is becoming known as a valuable tool for preventive healthcare. The iris is connected to every organ and tissue of the body by way of the brain and nervous system. It is in direct contact with the bioenergetic, bio-chemical, structural, hormonal, and metabolic processes of the body via the nerves, blood vessels, muscle fibers, and lymph. Holistically it is used to accurately assess the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual patterns for valuable health analysis. It is completely painless, non-invasive, and economically viable while providing constructive information for restorative and preventive health care.

Several years ago, during an advanced iridology class with Dr. David J. Pesek, PhD, I met a classmate who was a surgeon from Russia. This doctor told me that in his country iridology was treated with respect and was widely used. He went on to explain that when a patient went to a clinic or hospital, the first practitioner they were sent to was the iridologist. The iridologist was meant to determine the root cause of the patients difficulties. From that point the patient was directed to a specialist that could further help them. This is just one country abroad. There are many more countries where the medical community does not look upon iridology with a jaundiced eye (pun intended). It is definitely time that iridology receives the respect it deserves in our medical community. It is also past time that the public learns of the value of iridology and how it can serve them as a non-menacing means of preventive medicine.

What misbegotten occurrences have created this impression that iridology is hocus pocus? In the chapter of this book entitled Debunking the Myths you will read some of the unfortunate misconceptions that have circulated. Certainly you will see that there are many respected medical doctors who are using iridology in their practices.

I will not attempt to get into such great detail that one could pick up this book and do a complete self analysis. This is not possible, nor safe without the extensive training and experience of a certified iridologist. This book will give you a general understanding of iridology and prompt you to explore further. My hope is that you will enjoy finding a glimpse of yourself through your eyes.
The suggestions for diet changes and herbal supplementation are merely generalized proposals and not prescriptions for certain iris colors. Iridologists in the United States do not attempt to diagnose disease, and the information in this book most certainly is no more than a guide for understanding the generalities of the three major iris colors, as well as providing some understanding of the markers that iridologists use for interpretation. The science of iridology is very exacting, and by no means does this book attempt to do any more than begin that intriguing journey into comprehension of how iridology can encourage individuals to know their unique body, mind, and spirit.

The iris will alert us to the early signs of approaching serious conditions. As assessments are made, and the stressors understood, proper corrective measures can be applied. Thus the eye is the very aware informant about the cause of body stresses and weaknesses. Iridologists trained in interpreting the indications portrayed in the eye have the advantage of occupying command central rather than a peripheral monitor such as blood, hair, tongue, or urine analysis, which does not have full access to all of the bodys information, although each of these diagnostic systems provide specific valuable knowledge. Practically speaking, the right hand may not know what the left hand is doing, but the brain center knows what both hands are doing simultaneously and the eye is privy to that information.