* Part #1: Here’s an investment that offers
opportunity as it removes stress.
* Part #2: Beware of medical studies. See why.
* Part #3: See one way you can use publishing to gain
travel, freedom and profit.
International investments can be fun and help you enjoy life
more. Here is a message from our friend, Steve Marchant, about why Ecuador
real estate makes sense way beyond the greenbacks.
Steve writes: “Quito has 5 large shopping malls that
satisfy all consumer desires. Quicentro, is a perennial favorite.
“CCI is another large mall that I prefer. There is a
6 screen cinema showing the latest Hollywood releases, (a month behind U.S
releases), and a small ice rink full of stumbling locals.
“Most malls have at least one large flagship department
store akin to a Sears and maybe a hundred to two hundred other stores selling
everything. Recently a new arrival in Quito couldn't quite hide his astonishment. ‘The
malls make you feel at home,’ he said. ‘The fast food chains you
know and love or hate, stores filled with brand name clothes and appliances
that you recognize. There is ample parking space filled with SUVs and Japanese
imports. You could be just about anywhere in the States, except the weather
is always sunny and warm, but never hot.’
“I don't go to the malls often but do visit the flagship
department store called Casa Tossi in the CCI mall every 2 or 3 weeks. I meet
a good Ecuadorian friend for coffee in the store's smart restaurant. It's a
large imposing 2 story white-washed building. Coffee is served by uniformed
waiters in silver coffee pots with piping hot water, a glass of sparkling mineral
water, and great chocolate (always eaten). There is no need for refills. They
bring enough coffee and water for 3 cups. There is a great view outside through
the floor to ceiling windows. The coffee delicious. The price? 72 cents.
“You see smartly dressed women on shopping trips, family luncheon outings
after a visit to the spacious nearby park, a group of business people huddled
over coffee and humitas (a favorite sweet snack made from corn) and maybe the
odd clandestine lovers meeting for lunch.
“Today as my friend and I chatted his eyes opened wide
and he smiled. The leading candidate in next fall's presidential elections,
Leon Roldos, had walked into the room with his wife and a couple of friends. ‘Where
are his bodyguards?’ I asked. He explained that candidates would never
need bodyguards. ‘Won't he be a target for wackos?’ I asked. ‘Not
at all as long as he takes a little care where he goes. This is true of all
candidates’.
“The probable next president of this country sat just
2 tables from us and had a Sprite and chicken salad. As Senor Roldos was leaving
my friend shook his hand and wished him good luck. Senor Roldos took my friend’s
hand and shook it firmly before waving in my direction. And off he went, with
me still wondering if this would be possible in my homeland, England, or other
so called ‘civilized’ countries.”
Picture of Modern Quito
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Ecuador on our next
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Steve’s note shows clearly why Ecuador offers value
and a better life if you want a continually, friendly, inexpensive place
to live. You gain great real estate value and reduce stress.
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Part #2: Thoughts about stress leads to a Health
Tip.
Recently a message looked at an announcement about Saw Palmetto
by Natural Standard, a source of data on alternative medicine. They claimed
that an effective study showed that this extract used for enlarged prostates
and urinary tract problems, is no more effective than a placebo.
Many readers have disagreed including this reader who gives
us some powerful food for thought about any health study.
“Gary, As a 10 year veteran in the direct medical research
field in a large research university, there are two things I always keep in
mind regarding any published information discounting the effectiveness of a
non-traditional herbal therapy: 1. Who or what entity funded the study that
was published? and 2. Does the funding entity have a connection however vague
to the pharmaceutical alternative to the non-traditional therapy? Another thing
I look at is where the study was published. If it was published in the US,
then I suspect that it is probably biased in favor of the funding entity. The
reason is simple economics. If the funding entity likes what you report, then
it may fund you again for more research.
“Call me the perpetual cynic but in my field of work
I have seen data get mysteriously lost from being reported when a profit motivated
entity funds the research and the results of the research aren't what the entity
wanted to hear.
“If you want research information that is less biased,
look globally not just in the US. The free enterprise system is great for most
things but it can cloud the issue of honest, unbiased research when the profit
motive plays a large part.”
This is good advice as we try to thread through a minefield
of information to figure out how to live in good health.
Another way to reduce stress is to clean up our bodies.
Join Merri, me and Dr. Terry Hambrick, D.C. for a transformational experience
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Part #3: Here’s a business tip that can increase freedom.
One way to enhance any business is through self publishing.
We have been showing readers for years how to expand their business globally.
You can publish things in your travel or use publishing to create clients in
places where you want to go.
Here is how one real estate agent in Florida has used this
tip to attract Canadian, English as well as local buyers.
“Gary, Love your new format with photos. Would like
to join you in Ecuador next month. Following is another testimonial as to how
I feel about both of you.
“I want to say thank you for the inspiration and encouragement
that I received through your writing course. I recently published a 28 page
booklet "Naples is Priceless,” whichis being distributed through
the Chamber of Commerce, banks, hotels etc. With over 25 years as a Naples
Realtor this booklet offers knowledge and inside tidbits about this beautiful
area. To read this publication go to "Naples
Is Priceless". Again, thank
you for helping me develop my potential. Micky”
Learn more about how to use publishing in business. Join Merri,
Thomas Fischer of Jyske Bank and me at our next International
Business and Investing Made EZ course in North Carolina.
Until next message, good international investments and natural health to you.
Gary
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