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Faith Reflection: A New Way to Pray…With Pencil in Hand

When I am stressed, it can be really hard for me to pray. I read about a new way to pray tonight from an intriguing article from OurPrayer.org, entitled “Pencil in Hand.” I think I might try it tomorrow morning. If you’d like to read the article, here’s the link: http://www.ourprayer.org/pencil-in-hand. God bless you and […]

The Quest for Balance

The Quest for Balance

Who among us is not busy-to-the-max? We juggle responsibilities and activities as best we can, letting out a sigh at the end of the day as we finish our sunup-to-sundown race with time. What we generally don’t see is what’s that constant stress is doing inside our bodies. During my last visit with Dr. Rogers, […]

Progress Report – Last Visit to Dr. Rogers October 22, 2008

Progress Report – Last Visit to Dr. Rogers October 22, 2008

Dr. Rogers’ comment today surprised me! After examining my blood on the dark field viewer, he said, “You don’t need a Dexascan.” He also said I no longer needed to take the megadoses of calcium, strontium, and other minerals. Perplexed, I asked why not. He replied that once the blood was healthy, the bones would […]

Recipe – Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Recipe – Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Munching on freshly roasted pumpkin seeds has to be one of my favorite treats this time of year! Try this recipe for a tasty treat with surprising health benefits. You will need: 1 pie pumpkin about 8 inches in diameter Aluminum foil 1 9′ x 13″ glass pan 1 tbsp. of Earth Balance buttery spread […]

The Daily Diet – Sunday, October 19, 2008

The Daily Diet – Sunday, October 19, 2008

Before working out: Apple, almonds, and water While working out: Water Breakfast: Fruity protein shake, supplements, blueberry tea with Beyond C powder Snack: Two slices of Ezekiel bread with Earth Balance buttery spread Snack: Pumpkin seeds (from a fresh pumpkin) baked in the oven with a small amount of Earth Balance buttery spread and salt […]

Hope for the Future!

Hope for the Future!

In a time when the watchdogs of the health of our nation’s children decry the obese, junk food junkies that increasingly inhabit our classrooms, today I saw hope for the future. A young lady named Lily, a student in my 3rd period Algebra 1 Honors class, stated in front of her peers yesterday that she […]

Does Osteoporosis Hurt?

Does Osteoporosis Hurt?

The quick answer is “no.” Having low bone density in itself doesn’t hurt at all. However, here’s the catch: If your bones start to fracture because of low bone density or other factors, that can hurt plenty! Compression fractures in the vertebrae can be extremely painful and may even require surgical intervention to find relief. […]

The Daily Diet – Tuesday, October 7, 2008

The Daily Diet – Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Breakfast: Fruity Protein Shake; Blueberry Tea with Beyond C powder, Corvalen (D-Ribose) powder, and 1 tbsp of Tart Cherry Juice concentrate, Supplements Snack: Sliced apple Lunch: 2 tbsp. of almond butter with carrot and celery sticks, water Snack: Almonds and raisins Supper: Pinto beans with long grain and wild rice; fresh steamed green beans with […]

Progress Report – Final Visit with Dr. White 10/2/08

Progress Report – Final Visit with Dr. White 10/2/08

Today was my last visit with Dr. White because…my shoulder fracture is healed and mobility is nearing 100%! Dr. White did have some words of advice as he sent me on my way. Continued stretching, he said, is essential over the next year. He suggested finding a door in my house that is strongly hinged […]

The Daily Diet – Wednesday, October 1, 2008

The Daily Diet – Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Breakfast: Boiled egg, 2 slices of Ezekiel bread with Earth Balance Buttery Spread, Fruity Protein Shake without almonds (We were out of almonds, or I would have included them), water, blueberry tea with Beyond C powder, Supplements Snack: Apple slices Lunch: Celery chunks with almond butter Snack: Tossed Salad Supper: Large serving of Steamed collard […]

Top 10 Packed Lunches to Reverse Osteoporosis

Top 10 Packed Lunches to Reverse Osteoporosis

One of the hardest places for me to change to an alkalyzing, bone-healthy diet was LUNCH. It took a while, but I did come up with 10 packed lunches that follow the plan and taste great! Each packed lunch contains a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Note: If you’re a teacher like me, […]

Can your DNA be fixed for $100 per month?

Can your DNA be fixed for $100 per month?

How would you like to fix the genetic flaws in your DNA for $100 a month? That’s what my friend, Carole, asked me last Sunday. Like me, Carole is a patient of Dr. Robert Rogers, and she told me about an intriguing program that Dr. Rogers is promoting. It’s called “Your DNA Compass.” According their […]