HEALTHY LIVING

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Comment by Darlene Housley on August 10, 2009 at 10:22am

After reading this information, I'm going to purchase me some Flax Seeds...WOW!!!!

The Health Benefits of Flax Seeds!

The National Cancer Institute has identified golden flax seeds as a food product that deserves further study and attention because of its potential cancer fighting properties and many health benefits. According to the U. S. Department of Agriculture, golden flax seeds contain 27 identifiable cancer preventive compounds. Medical sources abound that have published clinical results concluding that golden flax seed can have a positive impact on your overall health.

The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute suggests adding flaxseeds, walnuts and canola oil to your daily meal plan to improve overall health. These foods are high in an omega-3 fat called alpha-linolenic acid and appear to lower triglyceride levels. Fatty fish, such as bluefish, salmon, halibut and sardines, also contain omega-3 fats. Including these fish two to three times a week may help keep triglyceride levels stable.

Some of the potential health benefits of flax seeds that have been reported: (Please note these claims have not been evaluated by the FDA. See disclaimer below)
Lowered blood cholesterol levels
• Lowered high blood pressure
• Increased energy, vitality, and stamina
• Increased sense of calmness under stress
• Reduced threat of blood clots
• Protection against cancers, particularly hormone sensitive cancers such as breast and prostate
• Better regulation of blood sugar levels
• Eases inflammatory tissue conditions, including arthritis
• Alleviation of dry skin, eczema and psoriasis
• Enhanced immune system
• Increased metabolic rate with a positive impact on weight management
• Helps with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
• Natural laxative
• And the list goes on
What the Experts have to say:
• Gandhi once observed, "wherever flax seed becomes a regular food item among people, there will be better health."
• Dr. Bob Arnot recommends 25 grams of flaxseed a day (approximately 1/4 cup ground) to protect against the development of breast cancer.**
• Dr. Andrew Weil and Omega-3
• Country Road Chronicles
• Report on Flaxseeds by the Flax Council of Canada Flax a Health and Nutrition Primer

Comment by Liz Rose Ouedraogo on July 30, 2009 at 2:34pm

The Surprising Ingredient Causing Weight Gain

By Margaret Furtado, M.S., R.D. - Posted Mon, Jul 27, 2009, 12:23 am PDT

Say it isn't so! A recent study out of the University of Carolina at Chapel Hill cites what animal studies have hinted at for years: MSG (aka monosodium glutamate) could be a factor in weight gain.

The study focused on 750 Chinese men and women, ages 40-59, living in 3 rural villages in north and south China. Most of the study subjects prepared their meals at home without commercially processed foods and roughly 82 percent used MSG. Those participants who used the highest amounts of MSG had nearly 3 times the incidence of overweight as those who did not use MSG, even when physical activity, total caloric intake, and other possible explanations for body mass differences were accounted for. The positive correlation between MSG and higher weight confirmed what animal studies have been suggesting for years.

Maybe you're wondering what monosodium glutamate is exactly, and what you can do to avoid it in your diet. MSG is a flavor enhancer in foods—some believe it may even provide a fifth basic taste sensation (in addition to sweet, sour, salt, and bitter), what the Japanese call "umami" (roughly translated as "tastiness"). MSG is considered an "excitotoxin," since its action in the body is to excite neurotransmitters (important brain chemicals), causing nerve cells to discharge and also exciting nerves related to taste. Perhaps this ability to excite these nerves is a factor in an association between increased MSG usage and weight gain.

How prevalent is MSG in the U.S. diet? Americans consumed about 1 million pounds of MSG in 1950, and today that number has increased by a factor of 300!

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) describes MSG as "naturally occurring," and has it on the GRAS ("generally regarded as safe") list. However, not only could MSG be causing us to gain weight, but some studies also reveal that as many as 25 to 30 percent of Americans have adverse reactions to it (e.g., palpitations and migraine headaches), and as many as 30 percent are extra sensitive to it if they consume more than 5 grams at one sitting.

OK, if you're an MSG user who could stand to lose a little weight (or know someone who is), what should you do?

Unfortunately, eliminating MSG from the diet is much easier said than done, since—given the fact that food processors often change recipes—there's no list of "safe" foods that never contain MSG. A good start is to avoid anything with MSG anywhere in the ingredient list, but there will still be many foods that have MSG hidden inside other ingredients. Likewise, even products labeled "no MSG added" can still contain these hidden sources.

Best bets for avoiding MSG

Buy organic produce whenever possible.

Make things from scratch, avoiding processed ingredients as much as possible.

Limit making stews or soups in a crock pot, since slow-cooking tends to cause small amounts of glutamic acid to be released from the protein sources (e.g., meat, chicken) in the recipe.

Comment by Darlene Housley on April 14, 2009 at 9:08am

Drink plenty of water on today...will come back with more information for being healthy

Comment by Darlene Housley on February 25, 2009 at 12:57pm

Hello everyone on this beautiful day the Lord has made for each and every one of us. I just came from the doctor on this morning. According to the doctor, she will have to put me on a 30 days trial to treat my high blood pressure of 160. As I arrive at work, I started looking up information on how to lower high blood pressure. I want to share the information with you all as well. If you have severe headaches, tired all the time, sleepy during the day, thirsty-dying to drink a coke and other soft drinks, craving something sweet, and high blood pressure runs in your family, please get it check out ASAP. My doctor told me I could've suffered a stroke at a young age (33yrs). I will try the 30 day medication the doctor wants me to get on, as the same time I will finds ways to lower my pressure. I know through GOD and the prayers, I will be alright. In the mean while I will follow doctor's order. GOD gave the doctors knowledge to help us with our health. Stay toon for more updates!!!!!

WAYS TO LOWER HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE

If you have high blood pressure, switch over to a diet that is high on fiber low on fat and sodium. Avoid eating canned or processed foods as these foods usually have high sodium content. Use garlic, thyme, oregano, cloves, chives and other herbs as seasoning in place of salt.

Sliced wheat, white or rye bread, dinner rolls, English muffins, brown rice and other whole grain based products are good options for a healthy diet.

Make sure that you eat poultry and lean cuts of meat instead of high fat meat products such as bacon or salted ham. Eat fatty fish such as sardines, mackerel and salmon as these are high on Omega 3 fatty acids.

Avoid eating large and heavy meals. Spread your meals over 4 to 5 times during the day and make sure you eat light and healthy.

Also, since we are in the fasting season through fasting, you will be able to have the same energy that you had when you were young. It will also help to lift up your foggy consciousness. Fasting also has healing powers, and will enhance the quality of your life.

Comment by Darlene Housley on February 19, 2009 at 3:07pm

WOW Vanessa!!!! I order 3 boxes of GS Cookies my self (Peanut Butter Sand, Carmel Delites, & Lemonade) Maybe next week i'll hit the track

Comment by Darlene Housley on February 9, 2009 at 4:53pm

I have a confession. All last week I drank water non-stop. Today at lunch I just have to grab a coke. It was sooo good!!! I will go back on water as soon as I get home t o d a y!!!

Comment by Vanessa Guidry on February 2, 2009 at 12:33pm

Thanks Darlene and Liz!!!

Comment by April on February 2, 2009 at 12:08pm

Thank you Darlene I will start today. Thanks for sharing Liz you always seem to say the right thing at the right time love you.

Comment by Liz Rose Ouedraogo on February 2, 2009 at 11:44am

19"The people I love, I call to account—prod and correct and guide so that they'll live at their best. Up on your feet, then! About face! Run after God!

20-21"Look at me. I stand at the door. I knock. If you hear me call and open the door, I'll come right in and sit down to supper with you. Conquerors will sit alongside me at the head table, just as I, having conquered, took the place of honor at the side of my Father. That's my gift to the conquerors!

Revelations 3:19-20

Someone shared this with me this morning and for today I will invite my Father to dine with me.

Comment by Darlene Housley on February 2, 2009 at 7:45am

This week instead of drinking soda. Drink non flavor water, at least 8 glasses of 8oz. Instead of chips try baby carrots to snack on.

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