Thrive! Pomegranate Season
The way you think, the way you behave, the way you eat, can influence your life by 30 to 50 years. – Deepak Chopra 10 Benefits of Pomegranate Click Here to View Length: 9 Minutes See Also: 8 Super Health Benefits of Pomegranate 8 minutes 15 Health Benefits of Pomegranate Juice 12:Minutes ******* Thrive! presents practices that can improve life. This post explores delicious pomegranates, long known for healing. The Gapin Institute is described as a precision health and performance center that offers personalized programs for women and men. Purpose, to optimize health, energy, and longevity. For men, their post, “5 Benefits of Pomegranate For Your Sexual Health” lists: Testosterone boosts Erectile dysfunction causes addressed by Improving blood flow Preventing heart disease Reducing obesity Lowering prostrate cancer risks Improving sperm quality Read more The Cleveland Clinic’s post on inflammation reports that the body naturally warms when fighting germs, toxins and other invaders. Beyond these brief situations, recurring inflammation connect with autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatic arthritis, psoriasis, some cancers, like Crohn’s disease and inflammatory bowel disease lung diseases, like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Type 2 diabetes and neurodegenerative diseases, mental health issues such as depression and anxiety as well as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. The Cleveland Clinic article includes low physical activity, excess weight around the belly, disrupted sleep, tobacco and eating “foods high in trans fat or salt” among several more causes for chronic inflammation. One autumnal fruit that helps is described in Healthline.com’s “What are the Health and Nutritional Benefits of Pomegranate?” It’s low in fats and calories while high in vitamins and minerals. Pomegranates contains antioxidants that protect cells “from free radical damage.” In addition, pomegranates are good for the brain, “contain compounds that help fight off potentially harmful bacteria, fungi, and yeasts,” and much more. Consider these New York Times pomegranate recipes. Also, Delish.com’s “21 Pomegranate Recipes That Make Taking Out All Of Those Seeds Actually Worth It.” Fortunately, a google search offered this one minute, easy process for opening and seeding a pomegranate. Slice in two. Hold one half over a bowl of water and repeatedly whack the rind with a wooden spoon. Seeds will sink while the white membrane floats. COMMENT Succeed and Soar! ******* Radiant Tree Books Beyond the Sky’s Limits shares encouraging wisdom and uplifting images about going beyond boundaries and making dreams come true. Space is open for notes, sketches and journaling.Contact to arrange in-person and online Illustrated Wisdom and Writing workshops. 36-Page, 5×8 soft cover, $15 Preview or Purchase 48-Page, 8×10 soft cover, $20 Preview or Purchase, View All Books Thanks for shopping!
Goji Berries
7 Amazing Goji Berry Health Benefits Click Here to View Length: 5 Minutes Consider Healing is different from curing. Curing is the business of medicine, and it involves eliminating symptoms; while healing is the crafting of a healthy lifestyle by eliminating the cause of sufferance and disease and then creating a meaningful destiny. … Healing attends to the Soul and the Spirit. – Alberto Villoldo Several years ago, I was peering at a strange item in the East End Food Coop’s bulk bins. There near the various honeys, by the peanut butter machine and among the organic raisins, dried cranberries and equal exchange coffee beans was something called, ‘goji berries.’ A woman noticed my curiosity and said, “It’s good for you.” She smiled and walked away, adding, “You should try it.” I circled the store a couple times, eventually doubled back and bought a small bag. They do make a pretty and pleasant-tasting, red tea. I now have a lifetime supply thanks to buying one Costco bag of the organic, dried berries. The video atop this post gives a quick overview of goji berries, their origins and benefits. In addition, Web MD reports goji berries have been used to treat “diabetes, high blood pressure, fever, and age-related eye problems.” Among the “Seven Goji Berry Benefits Backed by Science,” Medical News Today lists: Blood Sugar Stabilization Immune System Support Reduced Inflammation More Thrive! is offered to share quick bits of nourishing news. When researching goji berries, a 2-minute video warning against eating them was found. View here. While the video explains the problem with goji berries is lectin, this protein is also abundant in kidney beans, peanuts, whole grains, raw soybeans and raw potatoes. Read More. Of these varying opinions, I’ve learned that understanding food and how it does [or doesn’t] nourish is important. Plus, how every body responds can be different. As Julia Child said, Moderation. Small helpings. Sample a little bit of everything. These are the secrets of happiness and good health. COMMENT Succeed and Soar! Shop the Inspiring, Beautiful Succeed and Soar Collections Click Here
Fire Cider
Every since happiness heard your name, it has been running through the streets trying to find you. – Hafiz Have you ever juggled a bunch too much? Ahh! My November has been so crammed, I look forward to free time next week, when my first Fire Cider will be ready. Yep, I dread the taste. The concoction contains hot peppers, onion, ginger root, horseradish and more. But, after steeping in cider vinegar for a month, the brew is said to: Boost immunity Help digestion Reduce inflammation Lower blood pressure Clear congestion Reduce cholesterol Increase energy Ease arthritis I learned to make Fire Cider in my Urban Gardening workshop, sponsored by Phipp’s Conservatory. Here’s a recipe and more information. Have you ever tried this tonic? Might you? Let me know. Comment below! Okay, I did promise to stop mentioning Artisan Bread. Then, I learned it was the original pizza dough [Neapolitan]. Because enjoying pizza can be a kind of tonic, — soothing and satisfying — click on picture to watch the makings of Bob’s Artisan Bread Pizza. [8 minutes]. Click here or on image to view. [8 minutes] Wanderings & Wonders Collection The inspiring and beautiful work in my Fine Art America collections is available as prints, framed and on canvas as well as on journals, greeting cards, weekender bags, shower curtains, puzzles and much more. Shop Here Thanks for your support! Sandra Gould Ford NOTE: size and placement of the art and words]can be changed as well as background colors.