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Clearing Things Up Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz

Brandi C

Clearing Things Up - Amish Iridology

Clearing Things Up Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz

Clearing Things Up Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz.  I DO NOT WORK FOR REUBEN.  I (and my family) are clients of his. We live almost 5 hours from him.

I wish I could make appointments and intercede for those who reach out to me, but I simply can’t. My goal is to share our experience to help others possibly. Reuben may not work for you, but he did for us. Everyone is different. He should NEVER replace your regular doctor!

Reuben is retired. Ironically, he had an eye injury that he took time off to allow for healing. While Reuben was healing, sadly, his wife passed away. That is when he decided to retire.

He has trained Jake Shirk for many years. We met him the last time we were there. He is young (young to me) and very kind. He has a passion for what he does. Realize they (Reuben and now Jake) are NOT medical doctors. This practice was passed down through the family.

The visit is free unless you want to donate to Jake.

The herbs/supplements are NOT FREE. I would bring anywhere from $100-$200, depending on what you want to buy. Bring cash only! Credit cards (no electronics) and checks (they do not use banks) are not accepted.

Keep your bottles because they will refill those for you if you choose to go back. Some people do, and some people do not. It is up to you.

Address and Information

1205 Radure Rd

Hestand, KY 42151

Remember, they ARE AMISH.

They have no access to computers, emails, phones, or electricity, for that matter.

You will need to WRITE A LETTER to get an appointment.

A reply letter can take anywhere from 7-10 days. You can request a better day/time for you. Otherwise, they give you the first available.

You can walk in. The office will always give preference to those with appointments over walk-ins. They do stay busy, so keep that in mind.

Hours and Days of Operation Have Changed

NEW HOURS

Monday and Friday 7:30-3:00

Saturday 7:30-11:00

I will be calling Mountain Air Herbs at least once a year to update the days/times of Jake Shirk, Amish Iridologist. They are subject to change at any given time.

Mountain Air Herb

Reuben’s (now Jake’s) office does NOT have all that may be recommended for you. That is where Mountain Air Herbs comes into play. They are phenomenal humans from Reuben (now Jake) down the hill.

Mountain Air Herbs DOES take cash, credit cards, and possibly checks. That may have changed over the years. They will have the remainder of what you need. They will also tell you what might do the same thing and what is completely necessary and what isn’t. The people here are NOT medical doctors.

This time, I spoke to the long-time manager Carrie Beason. She, and the owners, are a wealth of information. They have the supplements/oils that Reuben (now Jake Shirk) does not carry. If you would like to contact them, you can click here, which will lead you to their website.

They are ENGLISH and not AMISH. Mountain Air Herbs has a phone number and a website you can see through the link I posted above.

They work closely with the Amish because of their deep love for their Vernon community. They CAN NOT make appointments for Jake (formerly Reuben).

Hours of Operation for Mountain Air Herbs

Monday and Friday from 8-4 pm

Saturday from 8-12

I will be calling Mountain Air Herbs at least once a year to update the days/times of Jake Shirk, Amish Iridologist. They are subject to change at any given time.

For Me

I welcome any questions, but I do not make appointments for the Amish Iridologist in Kentucky. If you have any stories to share, positive or negative, you can leave them on any post. It is good to have a well-rounded view of holistic care, which this is.

Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz is a good man, as is Jake. I got the pleasure of meeting him the last time I brought my children. Reuben looked at half of us, and Jake looked at the other half. Both men are very kind. Also, remember that they sell fantastic bread, fruits, produce, popcorn, quilts, and other things. You can get some stuff at the store. Otherwise, you will see them outside, ready and willing to sell you their beautiful bounty of goodies.

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2021 Update on Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz

Brandi C

2021 Update on Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz

2021 Update on Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz

I recently called Mountain Air Herbs to get updated info on my favorite Idirodolgist. So, here is the newest 2021 Update on Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz.

First of all, I DO NOT WORK FOR REUBEN. I was his client (well, my family and I). It has such an impact on me that I have chosen to share my experience in hopes of helping others.

I cannot speak for anyone else’s experience; this is my opinion only. I CAN NOT MAKE YOU AN APPOINTMENT. Sadly, I live about 5 hrs from Hestand. I have been able to keep up with my friends at Mountain Air Herbs to help keep everyone updated.

Mountain Air Herbs

This time, I spoke to the long-time manager Carrie Beason. She, and the owners, are a wealth of information. They have the supplements/oils that Reuben (now Jake Shirk) does not carry. If you would like to contact them, you can click here, which will lead you to their website.

They are ENGLISH and not AMISH. They work closely with the Amish because of their deep love for their Vernon community. They CAN NOT make appointments for Jake (formerly Reuben). Their hours of operation are Monday and Friday from 8-4 pm and on Saturday from 8-12, so their hours are slightly different from Jake’s (formerly Reuben Schwartz).

They take cash, checks, and credit cards. They are very good at telling you what you need from the list that Jake (formerly Reuben) provided. Also, what are duplicates, and what can you do not need.

Again, they are a wealth of information. The staff there can answer some questions, but not all the questions. They do have access to a phone because they are NOT Amish. You can get all the information by heading to their website at Mountain Air Herbs.

A HUGE thank you to Carrie Beason for answering all our burning questions 🙂

Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz Info

Reuben has RETIRED. Due to an eye injury (ironic, huh) and the death of his sweet wife, Reuben has officially retired. Jake Shirk has formally taken over. He has worked under Reuben for about 15 yrs (according to Carrie Beason from Mountain Air Herbs). Jake is competent and prepared to take care of all the needs you may have.

Jake’s services are still free (though donations are accepted). Also, the supplements/oils cost money, and you can buy them using several options. You can buy what you need for the moment. You can also wait and buy it until your next appointment, should you make one. Also, you can do it once a year.

Please bring your bottles back, as they can be recycled and refilled to save on the environment. Remember the paper they give you because they will reference back to that and add to it, delete from it, as needed.

Amish Iridologist from Hestand, Kentucky Address and Information

1205 Radure Rd

Hestand, KY 42151

Remember, they ARE AMISH. They have no access to computers, emails, phones, or electricity, for that matter. You will need to WRITE A LETTER to get an appointment. A reply letter can take anywhere from 7-10 days. You can request a better day/time for you. Otherwise, they give you the first available.

You can walk in. The staff will always give preference to those with appointments over walk-ins. They do stay busy, so keep that in mind.

There is no PHONE NUMBER for you to call. Amish. They ONLY TAKE CASH. I would, just for security, take about $300 though you may not spend anywhere near that amount. It is better to be safe than sorry.

I did spend that much because I bought a 3-month supply. Again, better safe than sorry.

Hours and Days of Operation for Amish Iridologist Jake Shirk

The NEW HOURS are

Monday and Friday 7:30-3:00

Saturday 7:30-11:00

Meeting Amish Iridologist Reuben Schwartz and Jake Shirk

I welcome any questions, but again, I do not make appointments. If you have any stories to share, positive or negative, you can leave them on any post. It is good to have a well-rounded view of holistic care, which this is.

Reuben is a good man, as is Jake. I got the pleasure of meeting him the last time I brought my children. Reuben looked at half of us, and Jake looked at the other half. Both men are very kind. Also, remember that they sell fantastic bread, fruits, produce, popcorn, quilts, and other things. You can get some stuff at the store. Otherwise, you will see them outside, ready and willing to sell you their beautiful bounty of goodies.

Medical, Reuben Schwartz & Jake Shirk Amish Iridologist

Reuben Schwartz Amish Iridologist Info

Brandi C

Reuben Schwartz Info

Reuben Schwartz Amish Iridologist Info

Well, well, a lot has happened since I posted. Here is some Reuben Schwartz Info for people who have questions. First and foremost, I DO NOT WORK FOR REUBEN. I get a lot of questions asking to schedule appointments for him. Honestly, I welcome all the questions, but I do not work for him. Also, remember, this is just MY experience with him. There are several people with several opinions, I’m sure. The posts I have made on it (I will link them below) are my personal experience.

Amish Iridologist from Hestand, Kentucky

To get an appointment for Reuben Schwartz Amish Iridologist, you must either A) show up and hope to be seen but understand he gives priority to those with an appointment or B) write him a letter and request a day/time. They will write you back with the appointment they schedule for you.

Friends, he is Amish. There are no phones, computers, or any electronic devices that they use. Also, he is not a licensed physician. Through the community and his family, he has learned the knowledge of Iridology. There is no formal education.

He does NOT charge for his service, though there is a donation box on his desk. The herbs/supplements that he suggests make COST money. They are cash only. You can get what he does not sell at Mountain Air Herbs, down the hill (not Amish owned), and they take cards.

Hours/Days and Times of Operation for Amish Iridologist

Reuben Schwartz Amish Iridologist

1205 Radure Rd.

Hestand, KY 42151

As of March 2018: Mon,Tues & Fri 7:30-3:00, Sat 7:30-11:00am

Please read more current content under Related Posts for more up-to-date information on Jake Shirk, Amish Iridologist, who replaced Reuben Schwartz and Mountain Air Herbs.

Lots to Do in Hestand, Kentucky

There are lots of little shops set up along the way. I highly suggest you take your time and enjoy Amish Country and everything they make/create/have to offer. Fresh fruits, veggies, bread, pies so very much. It is one of my favorite places to go. It is a different world and so peaceful.  

The Amish are generally so kind, and there is more to them than just this amazing man (now men) who are Iridologists. Also, please stop by and visit my friends at Mountain Air Herbs. They are very lovely as well! There is so much to offer in Amish country.

Medical, Reuben Schwartz & Jake Shirk Amish Iridologist

Amish Iridologist In Pictures

Brandi C

Amish Iridologist In Pictures

Here is our visit to the Amish Iridologist In Pictures.  I do not take pictures of the Amish because they do not want their pictures taken.  This is a respectful thing and I choose to honor what they asked of me.

We stayed in a little town about 45 minutes from Hestand, Kentucky.  When I requested an appointment, I didn’t specify a time.  I couldn’t have made the trip in a day but they gave me an 8 am appointment time.  The drive is about 5 hrs from where I live, so I spent the night.  When we make a follow-up appointment with Jake Shirk and Reuben Schwartz, we will request a specific time.

Amish Iridologist Jake Shirk is in training.  Reuben has been training him for several years. This is because, at some point, Reuben will retire.  He wants to pass on his knowledge of Amish Iridology to young Jake.

Frisked at the Dollar General

I went by myself, on this trip.  Later, we all came.  Our hotel was right behind a huge Dollar General store.  H was not well.  Rages were common.  I had to carry him everywhere.  Potty training was non-existent and I was a bucket of nerves.

I thought I would run into the DG and pick up some food to eat on the way to Mr. Reuben the next day.  H was hysterical.  I was exhausted.  We got there, and with him screaming, I put him in the cart while he was screaming.  Then, he proceeded to crap from stem to sternum.  All the diapers and wipes were in my hotel room.

Amish Iridologist In Pictures

Never Touched a Thing

I went up one aisle and down another. At no time did I ever look at or touch anything. I couldn’t do it. I got H up out of the cart, with crap everywhere, him screaming, and I was flushed and irritated. As I walked out the door, the checkout girl asked to frisk me and check my purse.

Anger ensued. I just looked at her. In the store, I didn’t even look at anything. Did she want to smell him? What about checking his crappy diaper? Oh, there is the poop that was smeared all over me. She checked my purse and said I was okay. I told her in the morning that she would not be okay because I would be back to talk to her manager.

Conversation

Sure enough, I returned the following day, but my temper had settled. I told the manager what had happened, and she was mortified. She asked me not to call the corporate office and that she would handle that young lady. I asked her to please not fire her because she was young and probably needed the job. Luckily, she didn’t though that was what she wanted to do. Crisis averted.

Peek Inside and Amish Iridologist Office

I will keep these pictures larger so I can see what is in them. This is direct to the right after you walk into the door. That table has papers for the person to fill out to give to Reuben Schwartz. On the other side of the desk is the hallway to his office.

That giant shelf is across from the tables in the first picture. This is where they keep some homemade goodies you can buy. Behind this shelf is another wall with tables set up with more homemade goodies. To the back is the room where they keep all the herbs and supplements. If it is super busy, someone sits at the desk you see straight ahead, and there are two other desks to the left. This place can get packed quickly.

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Peering Out the Window

The house looks relatively new!  It is nice.  There is a full-length front porch with rocking chairs on it for the overflow.  It is out in the middle of nowhere and on a gravel road.  If you are looking straight at the front porch, to the left is the main road.  To the right, there is a garden and a place for the horse and buggies.  If you keep going down the driveway, you will run right into Abraham’s farm.  He is one of Reuben’s 12 children.  Lovely man.  He does leatherwork.

Amish Iridologist In Pictures

Getting in Contact

You must write a letter to Mr. Schwartz. Expect a reply back within a couple of weeks.  If you want a specific day/time, put that in your letter.  You do not have to go into detail about what is wrong, it isn’t necessary.  They handwrite you a letter back.  You can just show up but if he is booked with appointments, he will honor those first.  They do not work over!

Reuben Schwartz

1205 Radure Rd.

Hestand, KY 42151

Money

They take cash only!  Be aware and bring around $300.  I’m not saying you will spend it all but it is better to have it if you need it.  There are some herbs/supplements that he doesn’t have.  He will mark that on your sheet of information.  You will go down the hill to Mountain Air Herbs.  They can complete your order.  Mountain Air Herbs is not run by the Amish, but they do help Reuben out. They do take credit cards!

Please Note:

I cannot and do not make appointments for them.  We have simply been there 2 times.  Once for H and me.  The second time, we brought all of our children.  I am happy to answer any questions that you might have.