Eat to Live: Nourish Your Body, fuel Your Life

Do you eat healthy?   Do you eat with intention?  Are you making healthy choices?  What constitutes healthy eating?

Did you know that Methuselah was the oldest person in the Bible?   He lived to be 969 years old.  Genesis 5:27. Today the oldest recorded living person is Jeanne Louise Calment.   She lived to the age of 122 years.  Do you notice the big difference between age 969 and 122?   People now are not living as long as Methuselah.

***Purpose***

1.    Perfection

Eating is not about perfection because there is no perfect one.  Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God.  You can, however, make healthy choices to help your body thrive.  You do have that decision making authority.   So, what choices have you made so far?

 2.     Healthy Choices

Although you may not always do this, you can try to make healthy choices.  Healthy foods that you may choose daily to eat are as follows:

Oatmeal, Walnuts, Greek yogurt, eggs, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, chard, whole-grain pasta, kidney beans, salmon, chicken breast, blueberries, turmeric, lemons, watermelons, tomatoes, and bell peppers.   These are just a few that are talked about at realsimple.com.  My favorites of these is watermelon, yogurt, chicken breast, turmeric, lemons, and sweet potatoes.  I will ofttimes have sweet potatoes for breakfast.  I love mini-sweet peppers as opposed to bell peppers.  I have found them to season food quite well.  

3.      Healthy Eating

What constitutes healthy eating?    Your healthy eating pattern may not be perfect, but you may want to strive for better eating.   This better eating might include a variety of many vegetables, whole grains, healthy proteins, and fruits.  This is talked about at nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu.   They further added that staying active with some types of exercise such as aerobic/cardiovascular, muscle-strengthening activity, flexibility training, and balance training.   As I have mentioned before walking is something that I really love. 

4.      Meal Prep Recipes

Have you ever heard of meal prep recipes.  Bob Evans used to serve a 3-meat Protein Bowl for breakfast.  I believe they have taken it off their menu, but I really loved that dish.  Meal Prep bowels might look like the following:

BBQ protein bowls, peanut butter protein balls, sweet potato salad, blackened shrimp bowls, eggs muffins, chicken stir-fry, sheet-pan sausage and vegetables, taco salad, and Vegetarian chili. These are just a few that are talked about at delish.com.  The sheet-pan sausage and vegetables are something that I think I may want to try. These all sound very good.

 5.     Daily Healthy Eating

Do you find it difficult to eat healthy on a daily basis with all the hustle and bustle of life?   A few tips for you might be as follows:

Eat three healthy meals a day, make the bulk of your food’s fruits, vegetables, whole-grain, read labels, control portion sizes, avoid sodas and sugar, and avoid eating raw or undercooked meats. This is mentioned at medicinenet.com.

I recall recently talking with several ladies.  To my amazement they told me they did not drink water and did not like it.   I was shocked.  I attempted to explain to them that their bodies were made up of 60% water.  They looked at me in a weird sort of way.  Both ladies had several medical complaints.   I suggested maybe trying to drink water.   I do not like water either, but I have learned the importance of water especially in comparison to sodas.  One lady complained about having to go to the bathroom all the time.  I explained there is a reason you are going to the bathroom that much.   The water is taking toxins out of your body.   Whereas sodas act like  a diuretic and takes water from your body.  If you are not careful this can lead to dehydration.  I believe they may have to learn the hard way, but I did try to tell them. I guess they were not ready to receive it. 

6.       Mindful Eating

What is mindful eating?   Have you ever tried this?   Mindful eating involves practicing noticing things like your hunger and fullness cues, the flavors of your food and the eating environment.  Eatingwell.com further adds that rather than multitasking by eating while you are driving, working, watching television or scrolling on your phone try a greater level of presence with your food. I can certainly say that I have been guilty of eating while driving and while watching television. 

7.      Healthy Eating Habits

Just as you have bad eating habits why not replace them with healthy eating habits?  Make healthy eating a habit.  Healthy eating habits might include:

Limiting drinks with added sugars, adding fermented food to your diet, eating 2 to 3 servings of low-mercury non-fried fish every week, drinking a glass of milk daily, adding fruit as a mid-day snack, avoid eating in front of the television, planning your meals, eating a variety of food as opposed to the same foods, prepping your vegetables, eating beans for protein, eating breakfast, eating your favorite foods, and eating breakfast.   This is talked about at eatingwell.com.  I like eating your favorite food as opposed to just giving it up.  I also remember I used to skip breakfast until my pregnancy with my daughter.   I had to start eating breakfast and even after I had her if I skipped breakfast I noticed the difference.   So, I learned that breakfast makes a big difference.   I also learned I did not have to eat the traditional breakfast of bacon and eggs.

8.      Pharmaceutical Company

Did you know that food is your Pharmacy?  There is food for nearly every ailment.  Yes, it is easy to pop a pill.   Yes, it is easy to have your doctor write a prescription to the pharmacy.  Take a good look at what the correct foods can do to nourish your body.  Observe how you feel after eating certain foods.  Pay attention to your body. Your body does not hesitate to talk to you.  Make sure you listen. 

What are you doing to eat to live? I would love to hear from you.   

 

Source:  

Who is the oldest person in the world in 2024? | BBC Science Focus Magazine

The 35 Healthiest Foods to Eat Every Day

Healthy Eating Plate • The Nutrition Source

57 Best Meal Prep Recipes - Easy Meal Prep Ideas

Healthy Living: Diet & Exercise Tips, and Things to Avoid

What Is Mindful Eating? Plus How to Practice It

Top Healthy Eating Habits, According to a Dietitian

 

 

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What is Voter Suppression?

Did you know that there was a time certain people were not allowed to vote? Have you heard some say that their vote does not matter? Do you believe that? Voting is a privilege. Will you take advantage of voting in the Primary Elections, Tuesday, August 5?

Think About This. . .

***Intentional***

1. Did You Know?

Did you know that in December 6, 1865 the 13^th Amendment ended slavery within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction, in July 9, 1868 the 14^th Amendment extended citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and in February 3, 1870 the 15^th Amendment prohibited states from taking away the right to vote on account of race, color, or previous conditions of servitude? This is talked about at cnn.com. They further added that around the 20^th century, Southern lawmakers aware that they could not explicitly disenfranchise Black voters, began to impose an elaborate mix of other things, registration requirement, poll taxes, and literacy tests.

2. Jim Crow Era

In 1890 a new constitution was adopted at the Mississippi State Convention, this included a literacy test and poll tax for eligible voters; by 1910 registered voters among African Americans dropped to 15 percent in Virginia. According to History.com literacy tests was one of the most effective tools at suppressing the African American vote. They further added that poll taxes which were $1 to $2 disproportionately impacted Black registered voters and Georgia in 1877 required all citizens to pay back taxes before being permitted to vote.

3. Mail -In Ballots

A study done by social scientists Kevin Morris, Cory Grange, political scientist at Barnard College and Tennessee State University found a Texas law made it much harder to vote my mail according the brennancenter.org. They also added that the state rejected thousands of mail ballot requests and mail-in votes during the 2022 primary election disproportionately those of nonwhite voters.

4. More Voter Suppression

Various tactics for voter suppression include purging voter roles, weaponizing false narratives about voter fraud, lack of adequate polling places, excluding formerly incarcerated people, ignoring language barriers, and misinformation and disinformation. This is according to learningforjustice.org.

5. Restrictive Voting Bills

Did you know that restrictive voting bills are constantly being introduced? Prismreports.org., talks about Florida introducing a bill to create an Office of Election Crimes and Security within the Department of State. This bill would make it a felony for anyone to distribute, order, request, collect, deliver, or possess more than two vote-by mail ballots. They further added that in a bill that was introduced in January that would establish criminal penalties for anyone other than an election official who fills out any section of the voter registration form without the voter’s consent.

6. Ai (Artificial Intelligence) Used to deter Voters

Did you know that Ai(Artificial Intelligence) is being used to defer voters. Wcvb.com stated that in the previous election day in Boston there was a growing concern that artificial intelligence was being used to spread disinformation-lies- to cast doubt on the election process or influence the outcome.

7. Voter suppression in 2025

Did you know that several proposals in project 2025 could affect voter turnout?

 They are as follows:

a. The SAVE (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility) Act would require individuals to provide documentary proof of United States citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.

b. Criminalization of election administration proposes shifting the prosecution of election-related offenses from the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division to the Criminal Division.

c. Project 2025 impacts the specific demographics specifically aimed to limit the political participation of Black and other marginalized communities.

d. Erosion of trust in elections

e. Weakening the democratic processes

This is talked about at AI (Artificial Intelligence) Overview.

They go on further to talk about Black Codes.

8. Black Codes

Do you know what Black Codes are? These were a set of restrictive laws enacted in the Southern United States after the Civil War (1865-1866) to control the labor and behavior of newly freed African Americans. Some of the key provisions included vagrancy laws, labor contracts, restrictions on movement, limited legal rights, and prohibiting marriage between white and Black people.

9. Decriminalization of Voter’s Assistance

According to Ohiocapital journal.com last year Alabama adopted a law that imposes lengthy prison sentences on paid organizers who help people vote my mail. They further ask the question will Florida judge destroy protections against gerrymandering(the act of politicians manipulating the redrawing of legislative district lines in order to help their friends and hurt their enemies). Governor Ron Desantis urged Republicans in 2022 to adopt new aggressive gerrymanders and this severely curtailed black voting power. Republicans were expected to win 20 of the state’s 28 congressional districts, a four seat increase from the 16 they hold now. This eliminated two of four districts where Black voters had been able to elect the candidate of their choice.

10. Toxic Waste and Voter Suppression

Does toxic waste add to voter suppression? It Might if you live near it. If you notice below according to AI (Artificial Intelligence) overview data indicates that Black Americans are more likely to live near toxic waste sites and industrial facilities compared to white Americans. I also have included sites that are listed in Flint and near Flint, Michigan that have toxic sites as well.

Also note air quality factors into this as well. I recall traveling to Las Vegas by plane for a conference. While I was in Vegas my sinuses were fine. Just as the pilot announced we had crossed Michigan State Lines I had a runny nose immediately. Also another occasion when my husband and I traveled to Florida by car we had no sinus problems while in Florida, but just as we crossed the Ohio State line to Michigan both had runny noses. I would say this is no coincident.

Voter suppression still exists. In 2025 it has taken a different form. It is amazing how people can make some things into law and with other things there is just an amendment to the law and can be taken away at a moment’s notice. It is amazing how swiftly a President can come into law and make laws on executive order. Have you ever asked the question even though something is a law does that make it morally right?

I think about something Joel Osteen said in one of his sermon’s. He talked about being late for an event that he was to speak at. He called them and told them he would be late and was stuck in traffic. To his amazement he said they would send the police to get him. He thought he was going to ride in the police car, but to his amazement the policeman got into his car and was speeding to get him to his destination. He mentioned they were going through red lights and breaking laws, but he was riding with the law. How many laws have been made and people were riding with the law and saying, “this is okay because the law says so?”

This is something to think about.

How is the countries moral compass right now? What do you think?

 Source:

The Reign of Jim Crow

 

How Jim Crow-Era Laws Suppress the African American Vote for Generations

 

The Lasting Effects of Voter Suppression

 

Understanding Voter Suppression In Today’s Election Process

 

Restrictive voting bills are constantly being introduced

 

How artificial intelligence is being used to deter voters

 

AI Overview

 

Black Codes

 

On voting rights, eight legal battles to watch in 2025

 

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Purpose in Life: Discover the Meaning Behind Your Journey

Did you know that you are never too old to learn that life becomes more meaningful when you discover your purpose?

 

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***Purpose***

You do not have to be perfect to learn about your purpose, but rather use your unique gifts, experiences, and faith to make a positive impact.  You do matter.

 1.     Teachers

I look at how teachers impact thousands of lives.  I look at my daughter that barely made it through high school.   She was not on the honor roll.   I remember her saying to me, “I don’t know what I want to be.”  I told her she had a gift for talking that she should become a teacher.   I believe she talked so much in High School that her teacher had her come to the front of the class to teach.   Well, she did become a teacher, a principal, and a Superintendent of School.  She has and still is impacting many lives.  I am very proud of her.   I recall when she was married 5 of her students were flown in to attend her marriage ceremony.  This is just one example. 

Did you know that you may have different purposes throughout your life?

2.       Parents

As a parent you may have a purpose to direct your children hopefully so that they don’t make the same mistakes that you made in life.   They will make mistakes, but prayerfully not the same mistakes.  You don’t have to have an education to be a good parent.  You don’t have to be perfect to be a good parent.  I recall my father raising me at an early age.   He was a Porter at a railroad station.   I never asked him if he graduated from school, but I do remember him telling me that he picked cotton in Mississippi.  I remember him being a kind soft-spoken man that meant whatever he said without raising his voice to me.  I remember although I did not see him attend church, he allowed me to attend church with my neighbors.   I loved church.  Parents, you never know how you impact your children.   Parents, you never know how much your children are watching you.

3.       Your Children

Did you know that life is a give and take?  Just because you are the parent does not mean that you know it all.  You can learn from your children and from your grandchildren.  I recall going to one of my grandchildren’s events when he was in elementary school.   We were outside eating.  A bee kept buzzing around all the food.  He took a cup and covered the bee as it landed on the table.  I would never have thought of that. We were finally able to eat in peace. Now at this same event I knew prayer had been taken out of the schools, but I asked my grandson to bow his head, and I would pray over our food.  I prayed aloud quietly, but to my surprised when I finished praying everyone at our table had stopped what they were doing and said, “Amen.”  I had no idea that they were listening.  

Did you know that you may have numerous talents.  Your gift is something that you do naturally without even thinking about it.  It is a part of you within you.   What is your gift?  Some people’s gifts may be to give money or give to others.   They just automatically will give.  Another’s gift may be to lift another up and encourage another. 

 4.       Usefulness

I remember talking to a young lady that walked with a limp.   She shared with me she used to work at a retail store and that she still was there, but now as a  greeter.   Although she no longer worked in her previous job, she shared she still wanted to be useful. I have observed a greeter at one store that had 2 prosthetic legs.   He wore shorts.  He is still being useful, and he was friendly by making sure to tell me to have a good day.

  5.      Tutoring

I learned so much from tutoring adults.  Most of the adults I tutored were older adults.  Each of them had various reasons that they wanted to learn to read.  I was amazed at some of the reasons.  I remember one lady telling me she had so many doctor appointments that she could not keep up with them.  I was much younger at the time.  I could not imagine having that many doctor appointments.  I discovered it never occurred to her to write them down on a calendar.   I bought her a calendar and suggested that she mark the date and times of her appointment.  When I thought about it, if I had half as many appointments as she did, I would not have remembered them either.   We all need some type of help at some point in our life to remember some things. 

One adult wanted to learn to read to her grandchildren.  Another had faked that she could read for so long but indicated with the new computer age she could no longer fake reading on her job.  So, she wanted to learn to read.  I never thought that there were those that faked reading.  I recall one lady wanted to start her own business, while another man was a deacon in his church.   He emphasized the importance of learning to read bible verses aloud.

This experience proved to me that you are never too old to purpose something in your life.   One lady asked me if I thought she would ever learn to read. I assured her that as long as she was living, I believed in her and that she could do this.  The fact that all of them had made a commitment at this stage of their life was proof to me that it is never too late.   Also, while they did not realize it at the time they were teaching me that this was achievable no matter what age. 

What have you purposed in this stage of your life? 

 

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What All Can My Cellphone Do? 19 Amazing Features You Might Not Be Using

Did you know that your cellphone can help you stay organized, learn new skills, capture memories, and much more?

 

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 1.    Track your daily steps

I have talked in the past about free walking apps that record your daily steps on your cellphone as you walk throughout your day.  This is so convenient. I recall in the past I had a pedometer to measure how many steps I walked, but with the app on my cellphone it is so much easier.  

2.     Identify plants, flowers, birds, and insects

I have not used this app, but I have seen many advertisements. They are advertising to take a picture of a diseased plant, and it will tell you exactly what you need to do.   It also tells you how to identify certain flowers, birds, and insects.

3.    Your Wallet on Your Phone

Have you heard the expression you are carrying your entire wallet on your phone?   When you think about it that is true.  I recall when picking up a relative at the airport returning from vacation.  She thought she had lost her wallet in the airport.  We called the police and looked everywhere.   She started thinking, “My credit cards are on there.”  Also, there was probably much more on the phone than was realized at the time.  Thankfully she discovered it had fallen into a big carrying bag that she had in addition to her purse.   We were so thankful that she found it.

4.    Digital Wallet

When making payments at retail stores it is so convenient to use your digital wallet on your phone.   Some stores have their own digital wallets that you can use on your phone.  Those of you that own a Smart Phone, Apple Pay has a digital wallet directly on your cellphone. 

5.    Kiosks for Fast Food

I have observed especially when traveling many of the fast-food Restaurants such as McDonald’s have Kiosks available.   You are encouraged to order on your phone and you have the option to pay from your phone or to pay at the cash register when your food is ready.  I also observed many young people are using this option. 

6.   Recordings on Your Cellphone

You can record conversations or music as well on your cellphone.  No need to have a bulky tape recorder.   Once you record you can save it in your files on your cellphone and neatly keep them organized there. 

 7.  Voice Commands

You may have taken these things for granted, but using Siri voice command on your cellphone can be a life saver if you really do not like to text.   Just tell Siri what it is you want to do.   Simple as that. 

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 8.   Flashlight

You do know there is a picture of a little flashlight on the bottom left corner of your Smartphone.   When you want to use it just push down on it and you instantly have a flashlight.  How convenient. 

9.     SOS ( Request for Help)

Your Smart phone has SOS emergency features on it.  You can list your emergency contact in this area so if you do have an emergency your information is listed there. It should be listed in your contacts on your cellphone.  Also note that if you are unable to make a call for instance in a car crash, SOS will send a satellite search for emergency help.   This is so nice.

 10.   Audiobooks and Podcasts

These are my favorites.   When I am preparing in the morning after I get up, I usually listen to my audiobooks.  This is so convenient having them on my cellphone.   I use my earphones so as not to disturb anyone else.  

 11.    Camera

Now cameras are everywhere.  If you are doing something wrong beware.   Anyone can pull their cellphone out and start recording.   They will have you on camera and can submit it to a live feed immediately with no waiting or hesitation.   Cameras record in real-time.   There was a time when young people were recording fights at school and posting them on social media.  I believe they eventually figured out this might not be such a great idea.   In the beginning they thought this was funny but discovered this is evidence that can be held against you or others and it is not so funny.

 12.   Deposit Checks

You can deposit checks and pay your bills on your cellphone.

 13.   Ringtones

Have you set ringtones on your cellphone?  You might want a different ringtone for text messaging, while an even different one for your actual cellphone calls that you might receive.

 14.   Games

I see many people playing games on their cellphones.  It is so common now to see.  My favorite games are Mahjong games.  I play them in the evening. I have found them to be relaxing.  I also like Dominoes.  Dominoes is a game of skills.

15.    Bible

I like that I can have the free Bible on my cellphone.  No, it does not have the Hebrew and Greek Concordance within it, but it does have scripture and it also has numerous versions such as NIV, KJV, and many more. However, the Hebrew and Greek Concordance can be bought in an app called Strongs dict Greek/ Hebrew Dict for $26.99.   Yes, it is at a cost.

16.    QR Codes (Quick Returns)

Have you ever thought about how convenient it is to just return an item to Amazon or other retailers and just allow a QR Code from your phone to be scanned?  You just take your return purchase into the store or postal area designated and show your QR Code.  You also have the option to preprint your mailing label at home or request the label and packaging be done when the QR code is presented.  I prefer just taking my item into the store, present the QR code and let the store be responsible for the mailing of my return package.    You may take this for granted, but it is so convenient.  

17.     Stopwatch

Did you know that your iPhone has an online stopwatch?  Yes, there is no need to buy a stopwatch you already have one.

18.     Watching Movies

You can even watch movies on your iPhone.  That is not one of my preferences because of the blue light that comes from the cellphone.  According to sleepfoundation.org., blue light from screens can suppress melatonin production, while stimulating content such as social media, games, or work emails may make it more difficult to relax before bed.  They further added that reducing screen time in the hour before bed or using features light night mode may help minimize the impact of electronics on sleep.  Remember before bedtime you want to wind down for better sleep.

 19.     Face ID and Passcodes

Again, this may be something that you have taken for granted, but Face ID and Passcodes on your cellphone are there as an added layer of security for you.  You can even sign-on to many of your apps just using facial recognition.  Think about it your cellphone can do a lot.

What other things can you think of that your Cellphone can do?  I would love to hear about them. 

 

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Your Thoughts, Your Mind: Guard Your Mind and Shape Your Future

Did you know that your thoughts matter more than you realize?   What you focus on grows.

 

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     1.  Renew Your Mind

Romans 12:2 “Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”  Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.  Ephesians 6:12 “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”  You might ask, “Why renew my mind?”  Do you remember times that you may have felt despair, angry, sad?   Do you remember times that you may have felt jealously or threatened?   Feelings are real, but they do not have to be your ultimate reality.  I remember feeling anxious regarding a new job.  I remember feeling helpless when my children were sick.  Now your story may be different than mine, but the point is regardless to how you may feel, you can speak encouragement to yourself and to your mind.  

I recall a lady making a statement, “Old Arthur is acting up.”   I asked her, “Who is Arthur?’  She replied, “Arthritis.”   I laughed.  If you have ever heard or said something like that remember that even though you may not feel well you can still speak encouraging words to yourself.   They may not necessarily be bible scriptures, but they can be positive words such as, “this is only temporary.” “I will feel better real soon.”  The mind has a way of eventually believing what you say.  So be careful what comes out of your mouth. Matthew 15:11 “Not that which goeth into the mouth defiles a man, but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defiles a man.”  No I am far from a bible scholar, but as I am writing the Holy Spirit is bringing to my remembrance bible scriptures.   I am thankful for this. 

      2.  Your Words Have Power

Did you know that your words have power?  Think about words that a Pimp may use to control.   Think about controlling words others may have used to control you or someone else.  Psychologytoday.com talks about language as a neurocognitive tool by which we can transmit and exchange information, influence and control the behavior of others, establish and demonstrate social cohesion, and imagine and create new ways of experiencing life.  They further added that we understand others best when we can identify the purpose that frames the words.

      3. Try the Spirit

Have you ever met or ever known someone that says one thing, but their actions do not match their words?  1 John 4:1. “Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God:   Because many false prophets are gone out into the world.”

I remember one of my daughters meeting a young man where she worked.   They both worked long hours and weekends as well.  This young man was trying to win my daughter’s affections.  She told me about him and wanted me to meet him.   So I did.   I then asked her was he saved, what church he attended, did he attend Bible Study?  I guess it was almost like an interrogation.   She told me.  I then asked her if both of you are working all these hours when does he have time for church?  She then decided to attend one of his bible studies.  When asked to come up for prayer the young lady standing next to her, she observed had the same last name as the young man she worked with.   She asked if the two were related.  She shared that she was the young man’s wife. It is something how God reveals things to you.  My daughter did not hesitate to let that pastor know that the young man had been presenting himself to her as a single man.  The young man apologized and wanted to apologize to me.  I explained to my daughter I did not want to hear from him and that he should be apologizing to God for deceiving  her. At first my daughter thought he was so great and I imagined he said all the right words, but they were lies. Thank God his dark side was brought to the light.

      4.  The Prince of Air

Have you or anyone you know every questioned God?   Asking, “If he is God why does he allow certain things to happen.”  Why do bad things happen? Did you know that satan has been referred to as the prince of air?   God allows satan a certain amount of authority over those who are disobedient?  So, thus, there is good and bad in this world.  Ephesians 2:1-2 “As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient.”  Words are important.  You need to be able to discern evil from good. 

       5. Your Enemy

Sometimes you might find that you are your greatest enemy.  You may not allow others to talk to you in a certain way, but how are you talking to yourself?   What are you repeating repeatedly to yourself?  Proverbs 18:21 “The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.”  It is important to speak life over yourself.  How many times have you thought that you wished you would have thought before saying certain things?  Once you say it, it is out there.   

       6.  Abundant Life

Have you heard some people say, “I am living my best life.” John 10:10, “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy.  I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is alive and active.   Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow, it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”  God’s word is alive and active.  So, remember when you guard your heart that words are very important.   Whether you choose scripture, positive affirmations, or positive words, remember to think before you speak and speak life over yourself and others. 

 

 

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Tips to Help You Drink More Water

Are you a person that loves to drink water? Possibly you are just the opposite. Do you find it difficult to drink enough water throughout the day? Here are a few tips to help with that.

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***Intentional***

1. Coffee

Are you an avid coffee drinker? Possibly you might want to consider replacing a cup of coffee with a cup or bottle of water. You probably say that is easier said than done. If you do not replace the coffee with water you might consider reducing the amount of coffee you are drinking and supplementing with water.

2. Water Habit

Did you know that you can make drinking water a habit? Drinking water is a good habit to have also. The lifesciencesmagazine.com talks about this. They suggest consistently drinking water at regular intervals throughout the day and establishing a routing that becomes second nature.

3. Challenge a Friend

Did you know that when you exercise with a friend that can be fun? How about challenging a friend to drinking more water?  The mayoclinichealthsystem.org., talks about this. They emphasize that this healthy competition between a friend can be good to see who can meet their drinking goals most often. Also, when a friend is involved you are not trying to do this alone. You have someone to support you as well. They also suggest adding fruit to your water such as lemons, limes, cucumber, watermelon, and strawberries.  They  are good for the flavor. I know that I have heard those that say they do not like the flavor of plain water. I always make it a point that whenever I am at a restaurant to request that they add lemons to my water.

4. Benefits of Adding Lemon to Your Water

Did you know there are many benefits to adding lemon to your drinking water? Adding lemons to your drinking water provide you with vitamin C, BI, B5,B2, promote hydration, is an easy alternative to sugary drinks, helps prevent kidney stones, and may aide in digestion. This is according to healthline.com.

5. Why Drink More Water?

Have you ever asked why you need to drink more water? According to Occupational Therapist, Feminine Leadership Coach, water is essential for nearly every one of your body systems, water can increase your energy levels, water can help you lose weight, water can give you radiant skin, water can boost your immune system, water can support normal hormone production, and water can keep the bowels regular. She further adds that drinking more water when you have been dehydrated is like pouring water on a desert land and that hydrated soil soaks the water in. This does make since. So if you have a constipation problem you might want to take a look and see if you are drinking enough water. I found that when I started drinking more water my energy level was so much higher. So I can attest to the benefits of drinking enough water. Also, keep in mind that the body changes on a daily basis.

Speaking of hydration, I have had relatives complain of stomach pain. After they visited the Emergency Room in the hospital it was discovered that they were dehydrated. Dehydration is a serious problem and should not be taken lightly.

6. Drink More Water to Lose Weight

Did you know that by drinking more water it can help you lose weight? Have you ever heard of lipolysis? This is the process by which our bodies burn fat naturally and convert it into energy and the first step in that process is called hydrolysis. Momtask.com talks about this. When the body adds water to the fat it helps it break the fat down. So increasing your water intake increases the lipolysis in your body, which means you increase your metabolism.

7. Percentage of Water in the Body

Psalm 139:14 I, I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Have you ever considered how wonderful the body is made? Medicalnewstoday.com talks about this. Most of the human body is water, with an average of roughly 60%. They further added that the amount of water in the body can change slightly with age, sex, and hydration levels. Water is essential to your well-being.

8. MyFitnessPal App

I truly like my MyfitnessPal App. I have used this now for several years. It tracks my calorie intake, water intake, and exercise. I like that I have a pedometer app on my cellphone that monitors the number of steps I take per day and it is synched in with my MyfitnessPal App. I recall many years ago when I got the pedometer app to monitor my steps, I discovered at my place of employment I would actually walk 2-3 miles while working. You can also set water reminders on your cellphone. There are just numerous ways to remember to drink more water. I have always been petite and after using the app I discovered I really was not eating enough on a daily basis. This was good for me to find out.

9. Eat the Water

You can add to your water intake by eating foods that are high in water content. Foods that contain 90-100% of water include asparagus, baby carrots, broccoli, cabbage, celery, cucumbers, iceberg or romaine lettuce, peppers, skim milk, spinach, strawberries, and my favorite is watermelon and zucchini. This is talked about at health.harvard.edu.

10. Watermelon- My Favorite

Seeded versus seedless watermelon is the question. What is the basic difference. According to Medium.com seedless fruits are not as healthy. They have fewer vitamins and minerals. They also contain less fiber, which means they are digested more quickly by your body. So eating watermelon may be a matter of preference for you. I would get tired of spitting seeds out, but I feel the benefits are important. So I basically look for seeded watermelons. I really like the seeded watermelons that are sold from  trucks in the neighborhoods. They are awesome.

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