"How can I be powerless over myself ?" Our ways are different than God's ways. We are governed by our pride. We want things that will please our bodies and make our lives pleasant. We want the things of the world. This is our human nature, it's the way our minds work. We lost the spiritual ways of God, God's image, when Adam and Eve sinned or in other words gave into pride. They disobeyed God and lost their spiritual connection to Him. You know yourself better than anybody, but Jesus knows you better than you do. What causes us not to yield our lives with Jesus Christ? "PRIDE" We know that when we give up our lives to Jesus, we will have to conform to the life He wants us to live, which means giving up living for the flesh and the world. I can understand why people don't want to do this, I used to be in the same way, but when you feel your life is still missing something, when no matter what you do and you feel that loneliness and emptyiness within, there's only one place to turn to "Jesus". We constantly look for ways to amuse ourselves, do things to make us happy and bring pleasure to our lives, but if you notice it's only temporary, no matter what you do, it's only temporary. The flesh is very powerful, so powerful that we do not even know that it is deceiving us and preparing us for death. Luke 18:19 Jesus said to him, "Why do you call me good? No one is good but God alone." James 1:26, 27 Nobody must imagine that he is religious (pious, devout) while he still goes on deceiving himself and not keeping control over his tongue; anyone who does this has the wrong idea of religion. Pure, unspoilt religion, in the eyes of God our Father is this: coming to the help of orphans and widows when they need it, and keeping oneself uncontaminated by the world. We can be so selfish, because we think about ourselves first and that is why we are powerless over ourselves.
We see things that we can do to help others, but it seems like we come first. Jesus is the way, the truth and life. The world and everyone living for the world and for themselves hates THE TRUTH. Sad thing is, is that they will never be shown the true way, because their way is of themselves and of the world. Everyday our lives are lived by our choice in how we think and see things that happen moment by moment. How do you see things and how do you let these things affect you? If we walk in the flesh then we are guided by pride (darkness), but if we walk in spirit then we are guided by the light. God's law is so vast that the carnal self cannot even begin to comprehend the things that are evil. We see things that are minor in our eyes but they are evil and wicked in the eyes of God. Because we choose not to see the evil and wickedness that we do on a daily basis, it keeps our spiritual lives empty. The things we do corupt the soul and the heart. No one would jump into an open septic tank filled with waste, so why would you expect God, Jesus Christ or the Holy Spirit to come into heart or soul when it is filled with waste? Where there is darkness there is no light. Ask Jesus with a contrite and sincere heart to show you the way to clean yourself up and ask Him with all your heart to walk with you and show you how to overcome the flesh and the world, so that your life can be made full in the eyes of God. Tell Jesus you want to live and to live the way God intended us to live when He created us in His image. By accepting Jesus and giving ones life to Jesus doesn't mean that you're life is over and it's going to be boring and you're going to have to go to church all the time. If you call on Jesus and put your trust in Him and learn to listen to Him, your life will be anything but boring. Your choice: Be a slave of a world that promises death or be a slave of Jesus Christ who can give you everlasting eternal life, true life, true joy, true happiness and most of all true LOVE. May God Bless You Dearly. I received the following in an e-mail. I hope you find it enlightening. Please pass it on. DID YOU KNOW THESE FACTS? Death is certain but the Bible speaks about untimely death! Make a personal reflection about this. Very interesting, read until the end..... It is written in the Bible (Galatians 6:7): "Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man sow, that shall he also reap. Here are some men and women who mocked God : John Lennon (Singer): Some years before, during his interview with an American Magazine, he said:"Christianity will end, it will disappear. I do not have to argue about that. I am certain. Jesus was ok, but his subjects were too simple, today we are more famous than Him" (1966)... Lennon, after saying that the Beatles were more famous than Jesus Christ, was shot six times. Tancredo Neves (President of Brazil ): During the Presidential campaign, he said if he got 500,000 votes from his party, not even God would remove him from Presidency. Sure he got the votes, but he got sick a day before being made President, then he died. Cazuza (Bi-sexual Brazilian composer, singer and poet): During A show in Canecio ( Rio de Janeiro ), while smoking his cigarette, he puffed out some smoke into the air and said: "God, that's for you."He died at the age of 32 of LUNG CANCER in a horrible manner. The man who built the Titanic: After the construction of Titanic, a reporter asked him how safe the Titanic would be. With an ironic tone he said: "Not even God can sink it". The result: I think you all know what happened to the Titanic. Marilyn Monroe (Actress): She was visited by Billy Graham during a presentation of a show. He said the Spirit of God had sent him to preach to her. After hearing what the Preacher had to say, she said:"I don't need your Jesus". A week later, she was found dead in her apartment Bon Scott (Singer): The ex-vocalist of the AC/DC. On one of his 1979 songs he sang: "Don't stop me; I'm going down all the way, down the highway to hell". On the 19th of February 1980, Bon Scott was found dead, he had been choked by his own vomit. Campinas (IN 2005): In Campinas , Brazil a group of friends, drunk, went to pick up a friend..... The mother accompanied her to the car and was so worried about the drunkenness of her friends and she said to the daughter holding her hand, who was already seated in the car: "My Daughter, Go With God And May He Protect You." She responded: "Only If He (God) Travels In The Trunk, Cause InsideHere.....It's Already Full ". Hours later, news came by that they had been involved in a fatal accident, everyone had died, the car could not be recognized what type of car it had been, but surprisingly, the trunk was intact. The police said there was no way the trunk could have remained intact. To their surprise, inside the trunk was a crate of eggs, none was broken. Christine Hewitt (Jamaican Journalist and entertainer): said the Bible (Word of God) was the worst book ever written. In June 2006 she was found burnt beyond recognition in her motor vehicle. Many more important people have forgotten that there is no other name that was given so much authority as the name of Jesus. Many have died, but only Jesus died and rose again, and he is still alive. "Jesus" Jesus said, "If you are embarrassed about me, I will also be embarrassed about you before my father." "Lord, I love you and I need you, come into my heart, and bless me, my family, my home, and my friends, in Jesus' name. Amen."
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These two phenomena, humanity and ideology, clearly form our
world, with one holding or being the matrix of the other. Truly,
humanity is the origin of all ideologies. The ideas and systems that
form the premise of every aspect of our lives as humans, our culture,
beliefs, politics, society, economy, religion, and more. Where would
therefore all our ideas and systems be without the human race?
In our 21st century, humanity is faced with challenging crises
affecting every nation of the world, due to its own progeny, that is,
the many ideologies we form from different regions of the globe. The
human race, our qualities and characteristics as people (the state of
being or showing compassion, love, kindness, or sympathy towards others,
animals, or even the environment we live in), are being eroded every
smallest unit of time by different ideas and systems that have been or
are being developed by ourselves.
Ideology is the blueprint for making or unmaking a human race.
Humanity, therefore, immured by various emerging ideologies that are
crippling the freedom of human life and its existence, should be looked
at and this such cancer removed before we lose ourselves and the
generations to come. It manifests into shades, good and bad. Upon these
two shades are what our basic existence as humans is run, the embodiment
of our beliefs, principles, and attitudes that define or are attributed
to persons or a particular group of persons seen to them as the right
course to existence as far as we are humans. I am talking about
ideologies like communism, environmentalism, black lives matter,
artificial intelligence, islamophobia, feminism, liberalism, fascism,
conservatism, white supremacy, anti-semitism, dictatorship, democracy,
jihadism, racism, Zionism, nationalism, sexism, and more.
What makes an ideology good or bad?
The coups in the West African region, the Israel-Hamas war, the many
assassination attempts on some presidents of some countries, and the
mass immigration crisis that is swallowing Europe, the US, and the UK
are some of the dilemmas the world is being faced with.
If an ideology lacks the moral capability and the essence to support
the existence of human life, race, culture, and where it originates
from, then we can clearly admit that it is a bad ideology.
Interestingly, ideology in our recent times has found itself in many
internal wrangles. For example, communism against democracy has deprived
people's rights and resources to stand for the right course and even
brought divisions amongst nations, who are supposed to have one vision
of protecting our world and the human race.
Where is the wrangle between humanity and ideology?
The many ideologies formed all over the world, borne in conflicts,
wars, racism, governance, gender inequality, religion, social justice,
terrorism, genocide, international relations, criminology, and more, are
prevailing evidence of how humanity is struggling to thrive in our
time. The many different opinions held or practiced by some groups have
eroded our common sense and responsibility to humanity. The need to come
to an agreement to create policies, make investments, and unite the
world against anything that has the potential to destroy humanity should
be our focus. The wrangle now is that the supremacy of our ideas and
principles we form to guide us as people and inhabitants of this planet
has overridden our basic essence as humans. There is no love, empathy,
or kindness for one another or the world. This is due to our individual
selfishness and the hype given to the different ideologies we hold. For
example, racism does not care about one's right to be treated equally,
the fear of Jews and Arabs to live peacefully due to religious
ideologies, the lack of concern for investing in climate change issues,
and the need for global conflict resolution other than sponsoring wars.
These are a few proofs of how humanity has been left struggling.
What do we do?
The United Nations’ summit of the future, September 2024, focused on
the ways to sustain the human race and everything associated with it.
The leaders of the world therefore need to come together to champion
policies and systems that support the total safety of human life.
Countermeasures should be established to systematically eradicate
various ideologies that do not support our basic right to life and a
safe future.
The world seems to be absentminded about how influential an ideology
is, which has the possibility of gradually drowning humanity. Let's all
wake up and stop this cancer before it leaves our world divided with
conflicts.
I stand for the protection of the human race; love, peace, kindness,
and empathy shown to all manner of persons, where humanity wins over
ideology.
Ekua is a Public Servant and obtained her Master of Science in Business Consulting and Enterprise Risk Management from KNUST
If you
want to reduce those wrinkles on your face, you can adopt some lifestyle
choices. In other words, if you follow the 7 lifestyle choices we are
going to talk about, you can slow down your aging. Read on to find out
more.
Get omega-3 fatty acids
Some good sources of omega 3 fatty acid include flax seeds and fish.
Omega 3 fatty acids are important for your brain function. They reduce
inflammation and stress in addition to repair your cell membranes.
Therefore, you may want to have different types of fish, such as
herring, tuna, mackerel, and salmon, just to name a few.
As an alternative, you can eat seeds and nuts, such as walnuts, chia
seeds, and flax seeds. The oils of these seeds and nuts may also work.
Drink plenty of water
You may want to keep yourself hydrated by drinking at least 8 glasses
of water on a daily basis. According to experts, the minimum daily
amount is 3.7 liters for men, and 2.7 liters for women. The reason is
that hydration may cause constipation, headaches, brain fog, and
fatigue, to name a few.
Apart from this, keeping hydrated is important if you want to
maintain your brain health. As you get older, it becomes harder for your
body to absorb nutrients. So, your gut should remain healthy.
Get your B-vitamins
B-vitamins are important for your cognitive function. The good news
is that you can get your required amount of vitamin B12 from your
regular diet. But the problem is that people over the age of 50 struggle
to maintain their B12 levels.
If you are looking for some good sources of these vitamins, you may
want to check out grain products, fortified grains, breakfast cereals,
beans, whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. Animal sources include
dairy, eggs, meat, poultry, and fish.
Maintain the volume of your brain
According to medical science, your brain shrinks by 5% every 10 years
after the age of 40. However, if you want to maintain this volume, you
may want to go for aerobic exercises. What happens is that your body
produces a specific chemical that helps slow down the deterioration of
the brain.
So, if you are over the age of 40, you may want to perform exercises,
such as walking, running, cycling, and running on a treadmill.
Keep your brain active
According to researchers, you want to follow some brainy activities.
With these activities, you can boost the generation of new cells in your
brain. Apart from this, it will also slow down the process of cell loss
in your brain.
So, what you need to do is keep your mind active by solving math
problems and playing word puzzle games. Apart from this, you can engage
yourself by adopting a hobby, such as painting and drawing.
Keep your gut healthy
The strength of your immune system depends on the lining of your gut.
Therefore, you may want to try your level best to maintain the health
of your intestines. For this purpose, you can have bone broth, as it is
easier for your gut to absorb. Apart from this, it is full of minerals,
protein, and collagen.
Long story short, if you want to slow down your aging, you can adopt the lifestyle choices described in this article.
Whether
you’re talking about a cold or the flu, there are various
recommendations for preventing and treating them. If you start early on
prevention, you'll likely be among the lucky people who sail through the
winter without catching either. By far the best defense is prevention. A
strong immune system will prevent a cold or the flu and speed up
recovery time if you do in fact get sick.
One of the best preventive measures is medicinal mushrooms, which are
well-documented for their ability to enhance immune function and help
combat infection, especially on a long-term basis. Medicinal mushrooms
are literally immune system coaches, and it is more efficient to train
your immune system when you are not already sick. The beauty of
medicinal mushrooms is that they are also highly beneficial in times of
distress and when your immune system is under an increased risk.
The best way to use medicinal mushrooms is to take them regularly at a
maintenance dose and then increase the dosage when you are at greater
risk or when you have a cold. At times of distress or if there is an
increased risk for colds and flu, doubling the dosage of medicinal
mushrooms is extremely beneficial.
Mushrooms naturally contain Beta glucans, which are simple
polysaccharides (sugar/carbohydrate molecules) that enhance immune
function by boosting macrophage activity. Beta glucans can be cultivated
in yeast cells and extracted and added to mushroom products for a
booster effect. Thus, when you select a mushroom product, it is
important to choose one that contains additional Beta glucans for the
best benefit. Additional herbs that are valuable for immune health
include Echinacea and Goldenseal. Various Chinese herbal formulas such
as Yin Qiao San, Gui Zi Tang, Ge Gen Tang can also be effective,
depending on the specific characteristics of the flu or cold. Tonifying
and adaptogenic herbs, such as Astragalus, Ginseng, and Eleutherococcus
(Siberian ginseng) are also powerful defenses, but consult an herbalist
knowledgeable in TCM herbology before taking them.
Finally, when you have a cold or the flu, high dosages of vitamin C
and zinc are quite helpful. Daily doses of Vitamin C can boost the
immune system, offering potential protection from viruses and colds.
Vitamin C is a nutrient that has been demonstrated to have a substantial
impact on human health. Taking a dose of up to 1,000 mg of Vitamin C
can strengthen your immune system and that, in turn, can help you avoid
colds and nasty viruses.
Zinc helps to eliminate already existing free radicals and helps to
prevent new ones from forming. Zinc is the most important mineral to the
thymus gland, which orchestrates the immune function in the human body.
Supplementation with zinc increases the ability of the immune system to
fight viral infections and enhances the ability of the immune system to
do its job.
Research continues to show how important these vitamins and
supplements are for your immune system, and since most of us are
deficient in the winter, a daily supplement can boost your immune system
even more. For more immune-boosting health tips, download a
complimentary wellness guide by visiting
www.dreliaz.org/cold-flu-report.
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researcher, product formulator, and clinical practitioner. He has been a
pioneer in the field of integrative medicine since the early 1980s. Dr.
Eliaz is a frequent guest lecturer on integrative medical approaches to
health, immune enhancement, and cancer prevention and treatment.
www.dreliaz.org/cold-flu-report.
No, I’m not a doctor. But I have spent years researching alternative
products that can promote the prevention and healing of health issues.
My research is not just theoretical or whatever I can find on the
Internet. I have actually ingested countless supplements in an effort to
find out what works and what doesn’t. (Continued below.....)
In this video, cancer researcher Ty Bollinger speaks with Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, vaccine expert, about the vaccine myths generations of people have been taught. The full interview with Dr. Tenpenny is part of the "The Quest For The Cures Continues" docu-series.
(Continued.....)For example, during the past 50 years, American people have been sold
a bill of goods when it comes to cholesterol. Our bodies produce this
substance, without which we could not live. Our obsession with
cholesterol goes all the way back to the Framingham study which was
flawed. Heart attacks and strokes were blamed squarely on cholesterol
when the real culprit has been and continues to be chronic inflammation.
But Big Pharma, sensing its chance to make billions of dollars, found a
way to synthesize Red Yeast Rice, which they called Statins. Today,
doctors have millions of people on statins, most of whom simply don’t
need them. And the side effects can be nasty.
Instead, I concentrate on fighting chronic inflammation by using
curcumin (which is the active ingredient in turmeric). Curcumin does
wonders for your heart, brain, joints and digestive system. Most
important, it fights the silent inflammation in your arteries which
causes very small particles of cholesterol and calcium to stick to the
walls of those arteries. (There is a test to determine if you even have
those very small particles of cholesterol). Although few people have
them, everyone should protect their arteries from chronic inflammation
which can cause heart attacks and strokes by making sure to take two
soft gets containing 1,330 mg of curcumin per day with meals, which, as I
mentioned, is found in turmeric root extract.
For all of those individuals still doing as they’re told by taking
statins, CoQ10 is a must. Keep in mind, CoQ10 is in every cell in our
bodies. It is especially abundant in our hearts. CoQ10 is also the fuel
that ignites the energy centers of our cells called mitochondria. Our
energy, stamina and heart strength depend on significant levels of
CoQ10. And to make the CoQ10 even more effective, add 20 mg of BioPerine
Black Pepper Extract. Since we all lose more and more CoQ10 as we age,
and since statins destroy CoQ10 (I bet your doctor didn’t tell you that
crucial information when he handed you the prescription), taking CoQ10
is vital to protect our health.
If anyone is still worried about cholesterol, take the natural Red
Yeast Rice supplement instead of the synthetic statins. And don’t forget
to take curcumin and CoQ10 daily.
I am a lifelong student of natural vitamins and
supplements. I have made a study of the natural cures vs. what we are
told by the
pharmaceutical companies. I am a recognized lay authority in this field.
How Watching Your Diet Can Help Your Arthritis Symptoms
Author
Mark Smith
Did you
know that by 2040, it’s estimated 78 million Americans 18 years or older
will have some form of arthritis? That’s an astonishing amount of
people that a trusted Riverside arthritis doctor can help prevent you
from being a part of. (Continued below......)
Dr. Robert Rowen discusses a unique treatment option that he uses to help with a number of different conditions. He explains what PEMF is and how it works at the cellular level to provide beneficial effects. Find out the many conditions it might be able to help with! Learn more......
(...Continued.....)The truth is, there is no magic diet that is going to make your
arthritis disappear forever — whether it’s osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
arthritis or another form. But, here’s the good news: If you’re
realistic about your goals, paying attention to your diet can greatly
ease your symptoms.
Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Differences
There are many variables between these two common forms of arthritis,
but an easy way to think of the main difference between RA and OA is
this: rheumatoid arthritis is about inflammation of the tissue around
the joints—osteoarthritis is about deterioration of the cartilage
between the joints. Of course, there are other differences between
rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis that can go into great detail.
One of the main similarities is they can both impact your spine. Following are a few more differences.
First and foremost, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease,
and is not associated with the wear and tear of joints. This type of
disorder occurs when your body's immune system turns against
itself—attacking your body's healthy tissues when it should be
protecting them. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) complications are known for
affecting all parts of the body, not just the joints. The same
inflammatory processes that cause joints to hurt and become damaged also
cause problems to the eyes, lungs, skin, heart, blood vessels and more.
Ongoing RA inflammation can destroy the joint cartilage and bone
around affected joints. Severe cartilage loss eventually leads to bones
becoming deformed. Deformities make it hard to use an affected joint and
may eventually lead to disability. RA joint damage is usually
irreversible and while many patients experience flares followed by
periods of remission, sometimes the disease gets steadily more serious.
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and is sometimes
referred to as “wear-and-tear arthritis”. Other names include
degenerative joint disease, degenerative arthritis, DJD, and
osteoarthrosis. It develops when cartilage, the flexible tissue that
allows bones in a joint to glide over each other, breaks down and
usually begins in an isolated joint. When your cartilage begins to wear
away, you lose that barrier between the bones of your joints. So your
bones then can rub onto one another, which can be very painful.
Osteoarthritis causes pain, stiffness, and swelling of the affected
joints. While it is most common among adults over age 65, people of any
age can develop it. Women are two to three times more likely to be
affected after the age of 45, and men are more likely to be affected
before the age of 45.
The Ultimate Arthritis Diet
A carefully thought out diet high in nutrients is a great place to
start, and many foods can help fight inflammation and improve joint
symptoms. It’s also important to remember that consistency and thinking
long-term is key. If you know you won’t stick to a new way of eating for
the long-haul, find ways of healthy eating that you will confidently
commit to.
There’s a well-established relationship between obesity and pain, so
diet plays a key part in preventing and managing arthritis symptoms. A
low-calorie Mediterranean diet high in Omega 3 fatty acids and low in
Omega-6 fatty acids has proven one of the best habits of health for
those suffering with arthritis.
Studies confirm that eating foods commonly part of the Mediterranean diet can do the following:
• Lower blood pressure
• Protect against chronic conditions, ranging from cancer to stroke
• Help arthritis by curbing inflammation
• Benefit your joints as well as your heart
• Lead to weight loss, which can lessen joint pain
The Mediterranean diet consists primarily of the following:
• Fish
• Nuts & Seeds
• Olive Oil
• Fruits & Veggies
• Whole Grains
• Beans
• Nightshade Vegetables
A recent study compared diet and exercise with diet alone and
exercise alone in lowering the stress on the knees in people with
obesity and osteoarthritis. Diet and exercise combined yielded the best
results — so your best bet is to work with your doctor to develop a diet
plan and an exercise routine that takes your condition and potential
limitations into account.
How Watching Your Diet Can Help Your Arthritis Symptoms
Author
Mark Smith
Did you
know that by 2040, it’s estimated 78 million Americans 18 years or older
will have some form of arthritis? That’s an astonishing amount of
people that a trusted Riverside arthritis doctor can help prevent you
from being a part of. (Continued below......)
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(....Continued....) The truth is, there is no magic diet that is going to make your
arthritis disappear forever — whether it’s osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
arthritis or another form. But, here’s the good news: If you’re
realistic about your goals, paying attention to your diet can greatly
ease your symptoms.
Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Differences
There are many variables between these two common forms of arthritis,
but an easy way to think of the main difference between RA and OA is
this: rheumatoid arthritis is about inflammation of the tissue around
the joints—osteoarthritis is about deterioration of the cartilage
between the joints. Of course, there are other differences between
rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis that can go into great detail.
One of the main similarities is they can both impact your spine. Following are a few more differences.
First and foremost, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease,
and is not associated with the wear and tear of joints. This type of
disorder occurs when your body's immune system turns against
itself—attacking your body's healthy tissues when it should be
protecting them. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) complications are known for
affecting all parts of the body, not just the joints. The same
inflammatory processes that cause joints to hurt and become damaged also
cause problems to the eyes, lungs, skin, heart, blood vessels and more.
Ongoing RA inflammation can destroy the joint cartilage and bone
around affected joints. Severe cartilage loss eventually leads to bones
becoming deformed. Deformities make it hard to use an affected joint and
may eventually lead to disability. RA joint damage is usually
irreversible and while many patients experience flares followed by
periods of remission, sometimes the disease gets steadily more serious.
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and is sometimes
referred to as “wear-and-tear arthritis”. Other names include
degenerative joint disease, degenerative arthritis, DJD, and
osteoarthrosis. It develops when cartilage, the flexible tissue that
allows bones in a joint to glide over each other, breaks down and
usually begins in an isolated joint. When your cartilage begins to wear
away, you lose that barrier between the bones of your joints. So your
bones then can rub onto one another, which can be very painful.
Osteoarthritis causes pain, stiffness, and swelling of the affected
joints. While it is most common among adults over age 65, people of any
age can develop it. Women are two to three times more likely to be
affected after the age of 45, and men are more likely to be affected
before the age of 45.
The Ultimate Arthritis Diet
A carefully thought out diet high in nutrients is a great place to
start, and many foods can help fight inflammation and improve joint
symptoms. It’s also important to remember that consistency and thinking
long-term is key. If you know you won’t stick to a new way of eating for
the long-haul, find ways of healthy eating that you will confidently
commit to.
There’s a well-established relationship between obesity and pain, so
diet plays a key part in preventing and managing arthritis symptoms. A
low-calorie Mediterranean diet high in Omega 3 fatty acids and low in
Omega-6 fatty acids has proven one of the best habits of health for
those suffering with arthritis.
Studies confirm that eating foods commonly part of the Mediterranean diet can do the following:
• Lower blood pressure
• Protect against chronic conditions, ranging from cancer to stroke
• Help arthritis by curbing inflammation
• Benefit your joints as well as your heart
• Lead to weight loss, which can lessen joint pain
The Mediterranean diet consists primarily of the following:
• Fish
• Nuts & Seeds
• Olive Oil
• Fruits & Veggies
• Whole Grains
• Beans
• Nightshade Vegetables
A recent study compared diet and exercise with diet alone and
exercise alone in lowering the stress on the knees in people with
obesity and osteoarthritis. Diet and exercise combined yielded the best
results — so your best bet is to work with your doctor to develop a diet
plan and an exercise routine that takes your condition and potential
limitations into account.
Do You Really Need a Flu Shot? New Research Suggests Otherwise
Author
Isaac Eliaz
The
government and pharmaceutical companies would have us believe that many
segments of the population must get vaccinated against the flu every
year to protect their health. These supposedly "high risk" groups
include pregnant women, children less than five years of age (and
especially children under the age of two) and everyone aged 50 and
older. Is this information truly accurate and based on sound science?
Maybe not. (Continued below.....)
In this video, cancer researcher Ty Bollinger speaks with Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, vaccine expert, about why she was criticized by Unicef and how conventional doctors are missing vital information about vaccine safety. The full interview with Dr. Tenpenny is part of "The Quest For The Cures Continues" docu-series.
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(.....Continued......)Safety and Efficacy
In recent years, medical experts around the world have been
questioning the conventional wisdom of flu vaccines. One researcher who
reviewed the studies on influenza vaccines concluded in an article
published in British Medical Journal that their effectiveness cannot be
confirmed. He also observed that there is inadequate research to
demonstrate their safety, stating, "The large gap between policy and
what the data tell us (when rigorously assembled and evaluated) is
surprising."
Childhood Flu Vaccine Inhibits Development of T-Cells
A newly published study in the Journal of Virology adds additional
weight to the case against routine influenza vaccinations. Researchers
have found that vaccinating children annually against the flu virus
interferes with the development of virus-specific killer T cells. This
means that the annual flu vaccine may protect children against the
actual viruses in the vaccine, but at the same time makes them more
vulnerable to any other virus that they are exposed to.
Support Your Immune System Naturally
As an integrative medical doctor, I believe that you can support your
immune system naturally with a combination of healthy nutritional
choices and targeted supplements for immune support. It is generally not
necessary to introduce viruses, chemicals and heavy metals into our
bodies in the form of a vaccination.
Common sense and scientific research tell us that one of the most
important strategies for staying well is to wash your hands frequently.
Washing with soap and running water for 20 seconds is the most effective
way to cleanse your hands of all kinds of germs.
It is also important to get enough sleep (greater than 7 hours per
night), get moderate exercise and not overwork (less then 10 hours per
day).
Nutritional approaches to a healthy immune system include eating
plenty of green vegetables, reducing or eliminating consumption of
refined sugars and processed foods, and supplementing with immune
boosting vitamins, minerals, herbs and botanicals.
Immune Support Supplements
You can support your body’s innate health mechanisms with certain
scientifically-researched formulas and compounds that combine cutting
edge science with traditional wisdom. These will offer comprehensive
health support whenever you need it most: during the winter season, when
under stress, while travelling and for daily protection. Here are some
of my top recommendations for supporting immune health during the winter
and year round.
One of my top recommendations is a blend of six medicinal mushrooms
with additional immune boosting beta glucans. The mushrooms in this
formula have been used for thousands of years to promote optimal
functioning of the immune system and support overall health. However,
this formula is unique because the mushrooms are cultivated in the US on
a blend of powerful immune supporting herbs which enhance the
mushrooms’ natural immune boosting properties. When combined in a
comprehensive formula with additional beta-glucans, medicinal mushrooms
are an excellent way to boost your body’s natural defenses and combat
infection, especially on a long term basis. Mushrooms are also of great
benefit during times of acute stress or infection, as they can be taken
in frequent doses with no known side effects.
Another recommendation is a Tibetan herbal formula made with a blend
of 19 rare and powerful botanicals that contain a multitude of
health-promoting tannins, polyphenols, flavonoids and essential oils.
This traditional formula has "cooling" properties that support balanced
immune function, increased circulation and healthy antioxidant activity.
Last, but most importantly is Modified Citrus Pectin, the first
natural Galectin-3 blocker. Scientists are now finding that blocking
harmful excess Galectin-3 molecules in the body is critical in promoting
cellular health and long term wellness. In addition to binding and
blocking Galectin-3 throughout the body, research demonstrates that
regular use of Modified Citrus Pectin offers powerful immune support and
also safely detoxifies harmful heavy metals and environmental toxins
without side effects.
Integrative medicine treats the whole person, rather than the symptom
or illness. As a result, these and other natural health solutions offer
powerful immune support while simultaneously promoting overall health
and protecting against chronic illness over the long term. And that’s
an area where many conventional solutions fall short.
Dr. Isaac Eliaz, M.D., MS., L.Ac., has been a pioneer in
integrative medicine since the early 1980s. He is a respected
researcher, innovative product formulator, clinical practitioner, author
and lecturer. Dr. Eliaz is widely regarded as the leading expert in the
field of Modified Citrus Pectin research and has been using Modified
Citrus Pectin in his clinical practice for over 15 years to treat a
variety of conditions.
I have
listed a few ways to fast for detoxing the body, mind, and soul. Just
remember to be careful to drink plenty of water during any fast to make
sure that you are not getting dehydrated. Drinking plenty of water also
helps the body rid itself of toxins faster, so that you don’t get as
many side effects from the fast. If you have any questions please
message me.
Water Fasting:
Water fasting has been one of the greatest healing techniques in history and continues to be so today.
There are many discussions that great ancient personalities like
Plato, Socrates, Aristotle, Leonardo Da Vinci, and Pythagoras did with
water fasting. Plus, there is a bank of new information about water
fasting available on the Internet, of which, the documentary called
‘Eat, Fast and Live Longer’ is highly recommended. (Continued below...........)
In the last episode of TTAC Health Nuggets, we talked about toxins. And although toxins may seem unavoidable in today’s world there are plenty of steps you can take right now to keep your body healthy. Check out the video above for 16 new and natural ways to detoxify your body.
(Continued........)Scientific research has proved how the brain literally grows, and you
become more intelligent when you fast. On top of that, recent studies
at the University of California Berkeley stated that 3 day water fasts
reset your immune system by activating the stem cells and enables you to
perform at the optimum level.
Let me tell you first, a little about the theory of sickness.
Every day we do a variety of things: breathe air that is not so pure,
drink liquids that are not so good, etc., which eventually clogs our
body filters, such as the lungs, nose, liver, and kidneys.
Over time, our bodies heat up and then the immune system gets knocked
down. Fevers actually make the body sweat out toxins and triggers the
urge to not eat, a natural fast. Three to four days of water fasting is
good in such times. This will help clean out your system.
So should you allow your body to just go through this natural process
of getting really sick and going through pain in order to thoroughly
cleanse the system? Well, if you are cleaning the filters on a regular
basis by doing a water fast, there is no need to get sick.
Another more simpler way than doing a full water fast is to try intermittent fasting.
Essentially what that is, is within a week you do not eat anything
for one whole day, and this will allow for the liver and kidneys to
detoxify completely and get rid of all the toxins.
It is, however, important to really hydrate yourself within that
24-hour span either with lots of water. To help flush out the toxins you
can also do a salt flush, an enema, breathing exercises and natural
skin cleansing.
Diabetic and hypoglycemic people are often advised not to fast but
with the right support it can potentially help their bodies release stem
cells, and help repair their bodies.
For an intermittent fast you can start at noon, miss dinner, sleep,
miss breakfast and start eating again at noon. This is one of the
simpler ways, and if you stay really hydrated, it should not be
difficult for you.
If you can’t do 24 hours, skipping a small meal also helps. I would
suggest another way is to drink lots of juices and do a two-day juice
fast.
For an ultimate cleanse – four extended 10 day water fasts per year
is recommended to rebuild, reset hormones and have clear consciousness,
energy, and clarity. Following the seasons is a good way to remember.
Juice Fasting:
A juice cleanse is a type of detox diet that involves consuming
vegetable and fruit juice for a short period of time (typically one to
three days). Some programs include one or more smoothies per day to
provide protein, fat, and other nutrients for energy and to curb hunger.
Vegan meals and snacks are included on some plans.
According to proponents, a juice cleanse supports the body’s natural
detox processes, clears the diet of sugar, caffeine, refined foods, and
other foods and substances that can deplete energy, and jumpstarts a
more healthful way of eating.
Raw, organic juice is the key component of the cleanse because of the
nutrients, phytochemicals, and antioxidants that are in an easily
absorbable liquid form. Vegan, gluten-free meals and snacks may be
included for people requiring more energy, are new to juice cleansing,
or want a less extreme experience.
Juice cleanses can be done at home using a juicer or juice press.
Cleanse programs are also available in many cities at local juice bars,
larger chain stores such as Whole Foods Market, Costco, or Target, or
can be ordered online from companies such as Blueprint Cleanse, Organic
Avenue, and Pressed Juicery.
The format of a juice cleanse includes these steps:
Preparation for a Juice Cleanse 1 to 5 Days Before: Although it may
be tempting to jump into a juice cleanse, preparation is considered
essential. Certain foods, such as coffee, refined sugar, meat, dairy
products, wheat, alcohol, and nicotine are gradually eliminated to
reduce headaches, cravings, and other withdrawal symptoms. It’s also
considered important to increase intake of fresh vegetables, fruits, and
fluids during the pre-cleanse.
3-Day Juice Cleanse: During the actual cleanse days, at least 32
ounces of juice or smoothie is usually suggested, with at least half
being green vegetable juice.
This is a typical day on a 3-day juice fast:
• Upon waking: lukewarm water with a splash of fresh lemon juice
• 8-9am: Juice, such as the Green vegetable juice
• 10:30-11:30am: Juice (or smoothie/cleanse food)
• 1-2 pm: Juice (or smoothie/cleanse food)
• 3-4pm: Juice such as the Beet, carrot, apple juice
• 5-6pm: Juice (or smoothie/cleanse food)
• 6-8 pm: Smoothie or almond or cashew nut "milk"
Smoothies and vegan food can be included or substituted in more
gentle juice cleanses. Room temperature or lukewarm water may be
consumed between each juice or meal to promote elimination.
To optimize nutrient absorption, juice cleanse proponents recommend
drinking juice slowly rather than gulping it down. Juice is typically
consumed a couple of hours apart, with the final drink of the day being
at least three hours before bedtime.
Fruits and vegetables used to make the juices often include celery,
kale, carrot, cabbage, apple, spinach, beets, and leafy greens. Avocados
and bananas don't juice well, and the pits of peaches, apricots,
cherries and other fruit, apple seeds, carrot, and rhubarb tops, and
tough skins of kiwi, pineapple and mangos should be avoided. Organic
produce is best, but if it's unavailable, a fruit and vegetable wash
(often available in health food stores) may help to remove pesticide
residues.
People often find it easiest to juice at the beginning or end of the
day and to make enough for one full day. Although juice should be
consumed as close to the time of juicing as possible, juice can be
stored in covered glass or BPA-free cups or bottles.
If hunger pangs are persistent or uncomfortable, vegetable broth or a
small snack such as carrots, celery, a salad, or a piece of fruit is
often suggested. For certain people, a modified juice fast that includes
a salad each day for lunch or dinner may be recommended.
Breaking the Juice Cleanse: After the juice fast is complete, food is
usually reintroduced into the diet over several days. Start adding
foods a little each day, staring with only fresh fruits and veggies,
then moving on to adding in organic grains, nuts, and meats.
Common Questions and Precautions: A juice cleanse isn't right for
everyone. It should not be undertaken by children or if you're pregnant
or nursing or you have diabetes or chronic liver, kidney, or gallbladder
problems. There can be side effects and you will need tactics to deal
with the hunger pangs.
Physical activity
While it’s a good idea to tone down your exercise routine during a
juice cleanse, normal activity such as walking can help to boost blood
and lymphatic circulation. Also, try massage therapy (such as Swedish
massage, lymphatic drainage, reflexology, and Thai massage), contrast
showers, and skin brushing, which can be done as part of a regular
shower.
Mind/body wellness
Stress can have negative effects on health and can impair
detoxification. Allow the mind to rest by incorporating mind/body
practices such as diaphragmatic breathing, progressive muscle
relaxation, or mindfulness meditation. Try to get plenty of rest. Go to
bed as early as you can and take naps if possible.
According to traditional Chinese medicine, the liver is associated
with anger, the kidneys with fear, and the gallbladder holds
frustration. Proponents of juice cleansing believe that old emotions may
arise and be cleansed from the system as the corresponding organs are
cleansed.
Bone Broth Fasting:
If you want to come out of your juice or water fast in a more
nutritious way, instead of going right to adding foods back into the
diet you can do a bone broth first. The nutrients found in bone broth
are incredibly healing for the body, and consuming it on a regular basis
is one of the simplest and least expensive ways to improve your health.
Bone broth has become well known as one of the best foods to eat to
improve leaky gut and autoimmune conditions. And as a natural source of
nutrients like collagen, gelatin, several trace minerals, and
anti-inflammatory amino acids, bone broth also provides the building
blocks for glowing, youthful skin, strong bones and joints, improved
muscle strength, and tissue repair.
What is a Bone Broth Fast?
A bone broth fast combines the health benefits of short-term or
intermittent fasting with those of drinking bone broth—which often
results in both short- and long-term benefits, such as increased energy,
better digestion, weight loss, a faster metabolism, clearer and
brighter looking skin, and more restful sleep. Similar to a water fast, a
bone broth fast involves taking a break from solid foods and consuming
liquids throughout the day. But during a bone broth fast, instead of
drinking only herbal tea and water, you drink several cups of bone broth
throughout the day (anywhere from five to eight cups).
One of the key benefits of a bone broth fast (over a dry fast or
water fast) is that it allows you to consistently take in plenty of
essential nutrients, electrolytes, and protein. This prevents you from
becoming dehydrated and helps keep your energy levels up, while the
protein from the collagen and gelatin keeps your appetite satisfied. And
you can probably agree that you’re most likely to stick to a fast when
it doesn’t leave you feeling starved, light-headed, or deprived. (In
fact, many people report feeling full until lunchtime when they drink
bone broth first thing in the morning.)
How Bone Broth Can "Supercharge" Your Fast
Bone broth is probably the best "health elixir" you can drink when
you fast. It’s like filling up your gas tank with premium fuel. This is
because bone broth provides a ton of bioavailable nutrition to support
your body’s natural healing processes without taking you out of a fasted
state. In contrast, you take in very few nutrients on a regular water
fast.
As mentioned above, bone broth is rich in collagen and gelatin, but
animal bones also contain several other compounds and anti-inflammatory
amino acids that are exceptionally healing to the body, such as
glucosamine, chondroitin, hyaluronic acid, proline, and glycine. These
nutrients can help:
• Improve poor digestion, reduce intestinal inflammation, and improve
symptoms of chronic digestive issues, such as Crohn’s and ulcerative
colitis
• Reduce joint pain and inflammation
• Reduce food intolerances, sensitivities, and allergies
• Improve skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis
• Boost immunity
• Strengthen bones and joints, and heal cartilage and tissue
• Promote healthier skin, hair, and nails
• Improve sleep quality
• May improve the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks
• Support the nervous system Promote blood sugar balance and improve insulin sensitivity
Of course, drinking bone broth at any time (not just when fasting)
will offer these health benefits. However, when you’re fasting and
consuming only bone broth, your body may be able to digest and absorb
these nutrients even more efficiently, allowing them to go where they’re
needed that much quicker.
Nutritive Bone Broth
Simmering leftover bones in water makes a nutrient-dense broth rich
in minerals like iron and calcium, as well as beneficial gelatin.
Adding a splash of apple cider vinegar increases the breakdown of
minerals from the bones. But you don’t have to stop there. Add
nutritive, Adaptogenic, and tonic herbs and immune-enhancing mushrooms
to give yourself a boost whenever you use the broth in recipes. For a
vegetarian version, simmer everything but the bones, and add 1
tablespoon of miso paste per cup of hot water before serving. Feel free
to adapt the recipe to your taste buds and the ingredients you have on
hand.
Broth Base:
• About 1 gallon water
• Poultry carcasses, 12 cut beef bones, or 1-3 fish carcasses
• Splash of apple cider vinegar
• Basic stock vegetables (onions, garlic, carrots, celery, or whatever you prefer)
Combine all the ingredients in a large pot or slow cooker. Bring to a
slow simmer, and let simmer over low heat for 3 hours or longer (up to 3
days in a slow cooker). Strain and use as desired in recipes calling
for broth. To concentrate the broth, after you stain it, simmer the
broth uncovered until it is reduced to one-quarter to one-half the
original volume. You can freeze it for later use (in ice-cube trays if
you like, for proportioned servings). For therapeutic uses, aim to
consume 1 cup of broth or 1 ounce of concentrated broth (that’s one ice
cube) once or twice daily.
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all aspects of their lives, be it physical, mental, emotional, or
spiritual. I love the idea of holistic health and practicing it as well!
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