My Life in WordsHi, I am Charlene Ryan, Fitness and nutrition geek.
I love to feel strong and eat healthy. My blog will reflect this as will as my relationship with God. |
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My Life in WordsHi, I am Charlene Ryan, Fitness and nutrition geek.
I love to feel strong and eat healthy. My blog will reflect this as will as my relationship with God. |
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And God said, “Behold, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is on the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit. You shall have them for food. Genesis 1:29 "
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:2 These two verses came to me today as I was reflecting on what God has instructed us to do and what He has provided for us bountifully. We are to renew our minds daily. That means replacing our thoughts with God's thoughts. We obtain His thoughts by reading His Word and getting it into us so much so that we know when a non-God thought pops in. Renew your mind daily. Part of this world's ways is to reel you in to its belief systems. Remember that satan is the ruler of the earth, so whatever is not of God is rooted in the enemy's schemes to get you to doubt, fear and fall into lies every where you turn. The battle of the mind to do what is right constantly can be overwhelming especially for someone with addictions. Think about food addictions and obesity. This is all fear based addictions. People worry about not getting enough or missing out on something. This is of the enemy. If I might bring up another scripture for this situation. It is Ephesians 6:10-18 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil n the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. 14 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and,as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. 16 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; 17 and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, 18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints. God put multiple kinds of foods on the earth to sustain us, heal us, and nourish us daily. From plant life to animal life, it's ours for the taking. The tainted part of it all is how man has taken food and turned into a money-making endeavor turning food into shelf-stable, preserved, artificial, processed, outright unhealthy end products. I cannot be one to convince a person to eat better. I believe with knowledge from the Word of God, we can gain discipline and right thinking. The blessing on our food, I believe covers all the rest. Even without trying, our foods are contaminated and have lost nutrients due to natural disasters or chemical-disasters. With God's help we can make the best choices possible for our families and ultimately trust God for the rest and the results. His plan to come back for His people who follow His commands, love Him and trust in Him daily still stands. His desire for us to be free from the power of sin and death involves our current life here too. So be free from addictions, lust, and worldy ways and thoughts. We are God's children. If you're reading this and wondering where I am coming from and you have not yet made a decision to live for Christ, there's no better time than now. Don't give the enemy any room to move into your thoughts or your life anymore. He's kept you away too long already. Ask Jesus to be a part of your every day. Accept salvation from His death on the cross. Read John 3:18. and contact me asap and we'll have someone pray with you.
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I don't like to get hung up on things so much that it consumes all my time and effort, but i do like to be educated so I can make good decisions for my and my family's health. Avoiding GMO products can prevent disorders and diseases, just as avoiding processed foods can help prevent disease. Fortunately, If you already eat organic foods and avoid the "big" companies like General Mills, Post, Lean Cuisine and Boca, you are already doing yourself a favor. Check out the link below and get a visual of the companies to support and those to thwart! Print the list if you want and take it with you to the store until you become familiar with it all.http://chiro.org/nutrition/FULL/Avoid_GMOs.shtml
Also visit the GMO project to see all the verified non-GMO manufacturers involved: http://chiro.org/nutrition/FULL/Avoid_GMOs.shtml To keep the blood pressure low with age and to minimize the atherosclerotic process, we need to do the following:
Use kelp for a salt substitute because it has less sodium and contains many important minerals the body ca use. Avoid homogenized dairy; homogenization is the process of converting milk fat into small globules; this process can interfere with the body's ability to digest and utilize the fat. Higher fat levels in milk may increase cholesterol and blood triglyceride levels which can increase atherosclerosis and may create more long term problems with hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases. Eat unsalted sunflower seeds as snacks because they have a lot of potassium and are very low in sodium ( a much needed ratio in today's diets). 1 cup contains 1,300 mg of potassium and only 4 mg sodium. You can easily add these seeds to salads, muffins, cereal, granola, and even smoothies. Consume plenty of garlic in your diet. It is considered the "king of herbs" and is used a medicine for many ailments; from treating and preventing cold and flu to reducing blood pressure and preventing cardiovascular disease risk. Furthemore, It has antibiotic properties and can treat parasites and prevent infection. Sulfur in garlic and onions helps the body eliminate toxins from the blood, lymph, and body. Important to note: Vegetarian diets have a lot less incidence of Cardiovascular disease. Dehydration is linked to arthritis, back pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, cataracts, colitis, depression, heart burn, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, kidney stones, lupus, migraine, multiple sclerosis, and muscular dystrophy. (note caffeine and sugary drinks draw water from the body and do not hydrate) *reference Staying Healthy with Nutrition, Elson, Haas, MD, 2006 This is one of the tastiest renditions of Butternut soup I've had. It took me a while to get it right. This final version was completed a few years ago and I make it every year with anticipation. The addition of sherry, maple syrup and spices make it warming and delicious. VEGETARIAN and can be made VEGAN click on the picture VEGAN NON-DAIRY HIGH FIBER NO REFINED SUGARS or UNHEALTHY FATS!
I found the most awesome way of making an apple dessert. Coupled with my recipes for caramel sauce and a combination of my buckwheat crust and Amy Paradigm's oat crust, I just tasted this delicious creation. The apple filling is soft and syrupy--all cinnamonny and yummy. Click on the picture to get to the blog(s) and recipe. My version is on the first blog you get to. Amy's version is within a link on my blog. Enjoy! Eat your way healthy! PART ! Beauty is more than simply having a good figure, Vitality and good health play an important part. Skin, hair, and nails are all fortified by various vitamins, minerals that must come from food we eat. Our digestive system releases them from what we consume, and our blood circulation transports them to where they are used.. At the same time,the blood absorbs waste materials, carries them to the liver and kidneys for detoxification, and expels them.(1) We need proper carbohydrates, protein and fats to make the process run smoothly. Carbs are a component of fruit, vegetables, and grains. Protein, a building block of our cells, is present in enzymes, hormones, and antibodies, and carries our genetic material. It is essential for cell renewal. It is found in fish, meat, eggs, dairy, cereals, and grains. Fat is carries fat soluble vitamins. Unsaturated fats such as those in cold pressed oils, and those presents in various plant foods, are essential to our health as we need them to carry important nutrients to fatty parts of or bodies---our brain, most importantly. Fats from fried foods, sweets, and meat are non-essential and should be considered treats as they add to fatty deposits throughout the body and contribute to "toxic fat" which can harm the liver. The body needs vitamins and minerals, as we know, so, to mindfully consume vitamin and mineral-rich foods, means we are provided with the building blocks for bones, teeth, hair, and blood; we gain the energy needed for our daily tasks, and through vitamins we can regulate our mineral balance, and control cell regulation. Without these, well, you know how that goes... Stay tuned for part 2... !.Beauty Food, Dagmar Von Cramm DAIRY-FREE, GLUTEN-FREE
On a hot summer night, this is exactly what you need. It satisfies any craving you might have, and in a healthy way! Reap the benefits of nuts, dates and organic cocoa in the crust. for the filling have some ripe avocados and a can of coconut milk or coconut cream available. Top it with sweetened, flavored coconut whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Have your food processor ready and a little room in your freezer and your ready to go. Click the picture for the recipe: These tasty little treats are more than a treat, providing your body with protein and essential fats, amazing anti-oxidants from goji berries and a smidge of cocoa, and important bone-building minerals from almonds. They are perfect pre- pr post workout food, keeping you energized and lean! Click here for this easy recipe As I was getting ready to make one of my favorite chick pea cookie recipes made with peanut butter and chocolate chips, I decided to try it with tahini. You might think you're making hummus, but then you add some sweet stuff. It's a nice twist. I hope you enjoy. VEGAN GLUTEN FREE DAIRY FREE PREP TIME: 10 minutes BAKE TIME: 14 mintues DAIRY-FREE * VEGAN * GLUTEN-FREE * RAW PREP TIME 5 minutes Cast aside your fears and your worries Think not of things that have harmed you Move on to bigger and better things Life s big Life is fun Experience it everyday as if it were the first Invest time in your family; take the extra time to make it count Ditch the past thought of this mundane and troublesome world we live in; make your/our world greater starting now. Click on the picture to see the recipe |
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