Let the Sun Shine

“Because vitamin D is so cheap and so clearly reduces all-cause mortality, I can say this with great certainty: Vitamin D represents the single most cost-effective medical intervention in the United States.” ~ Dr. Greg Plotnikoff, Medical Director, Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis   Vitamin D2 is made…

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Coconut Oil

coconut oil

Coconut oil can is an amazing food. It can be used for so many things! You can cook with it and not only does it taste delicious, it has astounding health benefits! Coconut oil is great for use in a shower. It is a great cleanser as well as a moisturizer.  You can also keep…

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Weight Correction – A Physicists Weight Loss Theory

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A Review on Gary Taube’s Program Gary Taubes was at the Long Beach, CA IIN conference in March.  It was probably pretty difficult for him to be sandwiched between charismatic and quirky David Wolfe and hunky paleo man, Mark Sisson.  He was also seen on Dr. Oz, where he was on his defense because Dr.…

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Reflection on Prayer, Thoughtfulness and Meditation

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There are a lot of people who live day to day and without a real purpose.   Are you one of those people? Ask yourself and answer honestly. No judgment.   We just do what we are supposed to do and want for more.   Many people just don’t see that there is something deeper…

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Good Bacteria – Really!

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Do you know what a probiotic is? Do you know the difference between good and bad bacteria? The Importance of Bacteria Rather than lecture on how bacteria work, I will say that there are 10 times as many bacteria living in our bodies than human cells. There are bacteria are in your intestines to help…

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Fat – The Whole Truth and Some Opinions

Fat In the book, Engine2 Engine, written by Rip Esselstyn his assertion that we should avoid all fats, good or bad, because they have so many calories can get a little confusing. Everything I have read about having a higher metabolism, balanced diet, good skin and antioxidants is that we need that good fat.  …

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Cultivating Happiness

My List for Happiness #1  Attend to your health needs.  Know your numbers that your hormones, blood and vital levels are correct and balanced. Make sure you are taking multi-vitamins and supplements as needed. #2 Eat for your health, not entertainment or comfort. #3 Get exercise daily. Use Happiness Strategies Happiness Strategy # 1: Don’t Worry, Choose…

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Living a Kinder, More Generous Life

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When we think of people who have made incredible contributions to the world we often think of John Kennedy, Jr., Paul Newman, Princess Diana and Bill Phillips. These are all people who didn’t have to make a difference in the lives of others but they chose to. It filled a need in them. “There is…

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Nuts & Seeds

nuts and seeds

Fat doesn’t make you fat! Some fats are actually good for you. The secret is as long as we don’t eat too much of a good thing. Nut oils are a great source of fat. If you are trying to lose weight, use them very sparingly. If you are trying to gain weight, they will…

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pHantastic pHacts

Do you understand the importance of alkaline and acid in the body? One of the most important things to know is that illness is caused by acid. Acid and alkaline balance is important to your health. I knew little about my body’s pH balance before my journey into health. THIS IS THE FACT: Illness is caused…

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