Birth Control
Marriage is still the most beautiful expression of togetherness between two people when they make a commitment to love one another to grow together in mind, body and spirit and be a helpmate to each other. Contrary to some of the statistics, it does still work when two people have respect and love for each another.
Families are the ultimate express of love, it is a choice to bring another human being into the world.
If you choose not to bring another human being into the world, then practicing birth control is what you should be doing for two reasons: 1. not be pregnant 2. be safe from STD's (Sexually Transmitted Disease's)

The safest birth control is abstinence. Abstinence means NO SEX -- an old idea, it is as old as the hills and it is still the best prevention to be sure you are safe from all the STD's out there and from getting pregnant. Abstinence until marriage, it is a good rule.
To find out more about STD's, go to the internet and search for STD's, it will make you think about the choice you need to make.
If you have children, talk to them, take them to the internet site and let them see for themselves, so they can make the right decision when they need to.

One solution: Join your local blood bank, start giving blood.
1. When you give blood, you help people in need, you may save a life with your donation of blood. 2. When you are a blood donor, you will want to be careful and keep your blood safe. 3. Only have sex with other people who are blood donors, or who have had a physical exam from their doctor.
4. When you are a regular donor you will receive a card with your blood type, cholesterol levels and a date for when you can give again. 5. Start your blood donor club today. Help your friends stay healthy.

There are many ways for prevention, one way is offered below.

Holistic Herbal solution for birth control.
Neem "The Ultimate Herb" a copy of "The Ultimate Herb" a publication about Neem, for educational purpose only. To order products contact the Well Being Ranch, http://www.wellbeingranch.org/HerbShop.html/
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Among the thousands of plants used in Ayruveda, one plant in particular is generating intense scrutiny as traditional uses for the remarkable neem tree are verified and expanded. Even as this booklet is being written, new discoveries are being made for preventing and curing human illnesses with neem. Neem is proving to be more than just the village pharmacy of ancient India; it is becoming the ultimate herb of today and tomorrow.

Birth control (women) The Ultimate Herb, page 23
Neem has a proven ability to prevent pregnancy (Juneja and Williams, 1993); (Sharma, 1959). Years of study in India by some of the worlds leading scientists resulted in the development of a neem - based polyherbal vaginal cream that has both spermicidal and anti-microbial action. The cream combines 25 percent neem seed extract with extracts from the soap nut and quinine hydrochloride. Based on the success of these experiments, a neem - based contraceptive cream was developed by a pharmaceutical company in India.
Test of its effectiveness showed that it compared favorably with the chemical-based foams and gels. It was easier to use, caused no irritation or discomfort, and was therefore used more frequently than foam or gel spermicides. The effect does not appear to be hormonal and it is considered a safe and effective alternative to other methods that use hormones (Prakash et al., 1988); (Mateenuddin et al., 1986); (Talwar et al., unpublished).
The studies leading to the development of these products proved that neem oil killed sperm in the vagina within 30 seconds and remained effective for up to five hours. Most spermicide creams must be reapplied at least every hour (Sinha et al., 1984).
Another important effect of neem oil in the vaginal was that it seemed to increase the antigen-presenting ability of the uterine tract. This activation of the local immune cell population has a direct spermicidal effect without apparent side effects. Neem has the added benefit of preventing vaginal and sexually transmitted diseases (Upadhyay et al., 1993a); (Garg et al., 1993); (Lal et al., 1987); (Sinha et al., 1984).
The vaginal creams and suppositories resulting from these studies are quickly becoming the birth control method of choice in India. (Paranjape and Paranjape, 1993); (Garg et al., 1993); (Garg et al.,); (Riar et al., 1988,1993). They are non-irritating and easy to use while almost 100 percent effective (It⤙s important to note that even toxic spermicides are not 100 percent effective.) (Khare et al., 1987; (Lal et al., 1987); (Riar et al., 1988); (Sinha et al., 1984).
Other researchers injected neem oil in uterine horns and found that pregnancy could be blocked for up to six months with one small injection. There were no apparent side effects and normal conception rates returned after the test period (Garg et al., 1993); (Upadhyay et al., 1993b.).
Neem was also found to prevent implantation and may even have an abortifacient effect similar to pennyroyal, juniper berries, wild ginger, myrrh or angelica. The effects were seen as many as ten days after fertilization in rats though it was most effective at no more than three days. (Sinha et al., 1984); (Lal et al., 1985).
Traditional and even modern uses of neem for birth control involve the application of neem oil based cream as a vaginal lubricant during intercourse.

Birth control (men) The Ultimate Herb, page 24
Neem may become the first truly effective birth control pill for men (Riar et al., 1988). Neem leaf tablets ingested for one month produced reversible male antifertility without affecting sperm production or libido. (Deshpande, 1980) (Sadre, 1984). In India and the United States, exploratory trials show neem extracts reduced fertility in male monkeys without inhibiting libido or sperm production (Sharma et al., 1987); (Deshpande et al., 1980); (Khar, et al., 1984).
In a test with members of the Indian Army, daily oral doses of neem seed oil reduced the ability of the sperm to migrate toward the egg, thereby preventing pregnancy. The effect took six weeks to become 100 percent effective, it remained effective as long as the oral doses were being taken and was reversed six weeks after the subjects stopped taking the pill. During this time the men experienced no adverse side effects and retained their normal capabilities and desires (Vietmeyer, 1992).
The active principal has yet to be determined. Crude neem oil should not be ingested in any quantity or for long periods. At present neem is not used as a male birth control agent but future investigations may provide the sought for ingredient.
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases
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Neem has been a traditional treatment for sexually transmitted diseases. Gonorrhea, syphilis and vaginal infections were treated with decoction of neem leaf and topical applications of neem oil. To attack the disease internally, both men and women drank neem tea and pills containing neem oil. Women would douche with a decoction of neem leaves and neem oil. These practices survive even today to supplement the more modern antibiotic treatments.
Studies show that a neem-based cream used as a vaginal lubricant is effective against organisms such as Trichomonas, Candida, and Giardinella vaginalis that cause vaginal infections (Garg et al., undated). Other studies have indicated neem can be effective against the types of bacteria that cause syphilis and gonorrhea (Bhandari, 1959); (Vietmeyer, 1992). Other STDs like chlamydia, vaginal warts, herpes and now AIDS have all been studied for neem's effects on them. While these studies are only preliminary, they show promising results and additional research is underway.
AIDS:
Neem has immuno-stimulating properties for both the cell-mediated and lymphocytic immune systems (Sen et al., 1993). Neem bark and neem leaf extracts significantly reduced the P-24 viral proteins and induced in vitro production of IL-1 interferon (Upadhyay et al., 1993a). The National Institutes of Health report encouraging results from in vitro tests for an AIDS cure using neem leaf and neem bark extracts (Larson, 1993). Another possible effect neem may have on combating the AIDS virus is its apparent ability to enhance the cell-mediated immune response to infection as suggested in studies on birth control (Upadhyay et al., 1990).
Believed to be the first line of defense against HIV infection, (Beardsley, 1992); (Caldwell, 1994) neem's ability to enhance the cell-mediated immune response may provide protection from vaginal contraction of the disease if neem is used as a vaginal lubricant before intercourse. And even if it even only partially successful in preventing the spread of AIDS, until scientists develop a cure, neem could save countless lives.
In cases where HIV has not advanced to full-blown AIDS, some of the patients appear to have the enhanced cell-mediated immune responses (Caldwell, 1994) that neem can help produce. In Africa, prostitutes that have had hundreds or even thousands of exposures to the AIDS virus have not developed AIDS and do not show positive for HIV antibodies. Testing these individuals indicates that they have greater then normal cell-mediated immune responses. Apparently, if the HIV virus is successfully repelled by a strong cell-mediated immune response, the current tests would not show HIV antibodies (Caldwell, 1994). Until an HIV vaccine can be developed, cell-mediated immunity appears to be a key factor in halting the spread of this deadly disease.
To use neem as a possible preventative for HIV infection, neem oil or a cream containing neem oil should be used as the lubricating fluid for intercourse. This will stimulate the surrounding membranes to produce the body's own infection- fighting response. Since neem is a vegetable oil, it does not weaken condoms as do petroleum-based lubricants and can safely be used along with them. Neem can also help build the entire body's immune system through regular consumption of neem teas.
Once contracted, AIDS also may be treated by ingesting neem leaf or bark extracts, whole leaf or by drinking neem tea. Extracts of neem leaf, bark and seed induced production of cytokines, especially gamma interferon, by spleen cells to help boost the body's immune system.
Many of the complications associated with AIDS can also be treated with neem leaf, bark and creams. Lesions of the skin or burning sensations have been successfully treated with neem leaves added to bath water and lotions containing neem oil. Other diseases that take advantage of severely weakened immune systems may also respond to neem treatments as detailed in other parts of this book.
Gonorrhea:
Neem creams used as a vaginal lubricant or birth control method also may help control the gonococcus bacteria (Garg et al., undated). Lubricating creams containing at least 25 percent neem oil were used in tests, so lesser percentages may not provide the protection witnessed in clinical trials.
Neem also can treat gonorrhea after infection has occurred. Traditional treatment calls for three cups of neem leaf tea daily for two weeks.
Syphilis:
Neem has antispirochaetal properties so that it works as both as a preventative measure and in the treatment of primary, secondary and tertiary stages of syphilis (Siddiqui and Mitra, 1945); (Bhandari and Mukerjii, 1959); (Puri, 1993). Neem's proven ability to enhance the body's immune response could also be responsible for preventing infection aside from any direct action against the disease organisms.
Neem creams used as a vaginal lubricant or birth control may be effective against the syphilis spirochete and may prevent contraction of the disease. As with gonorrhea, creams containing at least 25 percent neem oil were used. Drinking neem tea made three times per day for two weeks is recommended as treatment.
Chlamydia:
A neem-based cream clears up Chlamydia trichomatous infections in one to three weeks (Garg et al., undated) (Talwar et al., undated). Chlamydia is implicated in many cases where women are unable to conceive due to scarring of the fallopian tubes. Again, neem may be useful in preventing infection if used as vaginal lubricant during intercourse.
Immediately after intercourse, or if the disease has taken hold, use of a douche made with four cups of water boiled with 50 neem leaves. The decoction will act as a bactericide. For stubborn cases, supplement with two cups of neem tea daily for a week to attack pathogens internally.
Genital herpes:
Neem has been shown to prevent infection by the herpes virus (Vietmeyer, 1992). This may be due to both neem's antiviral and immune-stimulating compounds.
Neem may prevent infection if a neem-based cream is used as a lubricant for intercourse. If already contracted, neem oil and leaf extracts have reduced the severity of genital herpes attacks when applied in the vagina. Drinking two cups of neem leaf tea will enhance the immune system in its response to the virus. Discontinue the tea when the eruption ceases or in two weeks, which ever comes first.
Genital/vaginal warts:
Neem-based creams have been effective against the human papilloma virus (HPV), a highly contagious sexually transmitted disease that is difficult to treat and can cause cervical cancer and genital warts (Garg et al., undated). There are estimates that 25 percent of sexually active people in the United States are afflicted at any one time and that up to one million people are infected each year. HPV passes from skin to skin contact and not through an exchange of fluids. Condoms and barrier methods of birth control will not prevent an infection by HPV for this reason.
Using a neem-based cream as a vaginal lubricant during intercourse may provide significant protection from this and other sexually transmitted diseases. For those already infected, applying the cream daily for a month has been shown to reduce the number of warts and stop the itching.
Candidiasis:
Neem oil and leaf extracts are effective treatments for candidiasis (Talwar et al., undated); (Garg et al., undated).
A strong neem leaf tea made with fifty neem leaves can be used for douching or a neem-based cream applied internally daily for a week. This will cause contraction of vaginal muscles, reduce inflammation, relieve itching and eliminate the infection.
Urinary tract infection:
Neem's antibiotic and antiviral properties can can stop infections of the urinary tract. Neem kills the infecting agent and reduces inflammed tissues.
Neem can be delivered to the urinary tract by drinking neem leaf tea made with five neem leaves or fifteen drops of leaf tincture twice per day for one week. Neem tincture can also be used with cranberry juice to gain the added benefits cranberries have on the urinary tract.