“A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones.” Proverbs 15:30 Yesterday, I received some wonderful news from my son, Ryan, who owns his own computer programming company (GoLevel, Inc.) and also manages my website. He said this website is now listed on the DMOZ! “What’s that?” I […]
— A PERSONAL JOURNAL · KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004
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A Glorious Race Day!
I participated in my third 5K race on Sunday, and what a fabulous experience it was! Imagine this: a cool Florida dawn with the track running alongside a misty field full of grazing cows, continuing down a tree-lined lane and back. A bit of heaven, to my way of thinking! Last year I walked my […]
The Daily Diet – Friday, January 4, 2008
Breakfast: Fruity Protein Shake, Greens Shake, Raspberry Tea with Beyond C powder, water, supplements Snack: Apple Snack: Cherry tomatoes Lunch: Mushroom and Barley Soup, Garlic & Basil Millet Cracker (from DeLand Natural Market), raspberry tea with Beyond C powder Snack: Sunflower seeds Snack: Banana Supper: Steamed Kale Greens with Turkey Sausage Medallions, sweet potato with […]
Recipe – Mushroom and Barley Soup
On cold days, here’s an alkalizing soup to warm your bones–and build your bones, too! 1 tbsp olive oil 2 medium onions, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms 6 cups of beef broth (Optional: Add 1 tblsp. of Instant All Natural Vegetable Broth – available at DeLand Bakery and Natural Market) […]
Top 10 Ways to Reverse Osteoporosis and Build Bone!
Yes, it IS possible to reverse osteoporosis! The body wants to have strong bones. All we have to do is help the body do what it was created to do. Here are 10 ways to do just that! 1) Find a substitute for drinking sodas. Carbonated drinks acidify your blood. The body must then neutralize […]
New Year’s Recognitions for 2008
I like the phrase “New Year’s Recognitions” rather than “New Year’s Resolutions.” Why? Because in order for a resolution to last, it has to be a recognition of something inside that we really want, not a resolution to fight against something we don’t want. What are those things you want deep inside yourself? I’ll list […]
The Weekly Workout: 12/24/07 – 12/31/07
On a holiday week, some days work out better than others for exercising! Christmas Eve 12/24/07: None Christmas Day 12/25/07: None Wednesday, 12/26/07: 1/2 hour stretching with Margaret Richard’s Video, Muscle and Grace: Stretching 1+ hours at the YMCA: 20 minutes on treadmill, 60+ minutes on Nautilus machines 1 hour at the YMCA: Belly dancing […]
What’s so great about a rebounder?
A rebounder is just the fancy name for a mini-trampoline, and while it may be small in size, but its benefits are HUGE! According to Dr. Samuel West, D.N., “Rebounding is the best way to circulate the lymphatics. If the lymphatic system is circulating properly, it is practically impossible to get sick.” Lymph fluid–the clear […]
The Daily Diet – Sunday, December 30, 2007
A beautiful monarch butterfly emerged from its chrysalis in my flower garden yesterday, and today I saw another monarch laying eggs on the underside of the leaves of a milkweed plant. How wonderful that life is constantly renewing itself! Breakfast: Kamut Pancakes, made with vanilla extract and pecan pieces, with applesauce topping, water, supplements, strawberry […]
Daily Diet – Friday, December 28, 2007
Breakfast: Fruity Protein Shake, Strawberry Tea with Beyond C Powder, water, supplements Snack: Sunflower Seeds Lunch: Tuna Salad on 2 slices of Ezekiel Bread, water Snack: Apple Supper: Turkey & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes with Almond Milk, Cooked Carrots, Steamed Cabbage, Millet Rolls, Perrier and lime, Stewed Apples with Soy Whip for dessert Bedtime: Bone Cocktail, […]
Recipe – Bone Cocktail
Here’s the latest supplements that Dr. Rogers recommended for building bone density, which I mix with water and juice to make a concoction that I fondly call “Bone Cocktail.” Pour together in a large glass: 12 oz. (1-1/2 cups) water 1 oz. Cell-Ready Strontium (from Eniva Corporation) 1 oz. Cell-Ready Cal-Mag (from Eniva Corporation) 1 […]
Recipe – Herbal Tea with Raisins
For a tasty treat, toss some organic raisins in your cup as you brew your herbal tea. As you drink, the raisins plump up, and you can spoon one out for a power-packed sweet treat whenever you like. Have you tried Celestial Seasonings Candy Cane Green Tea? With a handful of raisins in the brew, […]