Question: Kathy, Can you tell me what Beyond C Powder is? You mention it a lot.
Answer: “Beyond C” powder has been re-titled “Bio En’R-G’Y C”, but the formulation and manufacturer remain the same. This pleasant tasting, non-acidic, pH neutral combination of L-Ascorbate C crystals and GMS-Ribose allowed the consumption of mega doses of Vitamin C in a bioavailable form with minimal gas or diarrhea. I have a teaspoon of “Bio En’R-G’Y C” in tea in the morning and evening, which means 4000 units of Vitamin C in the morning and 4000 at night. “Bio En’R-G’Y C”‘ provides nutrients that “offer free radical protection, detoxification, increased energy levels, enhanced digestion and an improved immune system.”
I order “Bio En’R-G’Y C” powder directly from Longevity Plus in Phoenix, Arizona. To visit their website, go to http://www.longevityplus.com/store/product.php?productid=538&cat=6&page=1
Tags: Bio En'R-G'Y C, Longevity Plus, osteoporosis, Vitamin C and Osteoporosis
Here’s a gold nugget of an article about the benefits of an alkaline diet, along with tips for making it work for the health of your bones:
http://thehealthytruth.net/blog/?p=157
Enjoy!
Kathy
Tags: alkaline diet, bone health, osteoporosis
For Teachers: Part 1 of Balancing School, Home, and Health – Setting Peaceful Priorities
Most of us, at one time or another, have determined what we consider to be our priorities in life–the people and activities that are most important to us. Stephen Covey, author of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, recommends that we schedule these priorities first. For peace of mind, however, I have found that when scheduling priorities, it’s important to allow for flexibility and the experience of “flow.”
Here’s what I mean: The most important relationships in life are my relationships with God, my husband, children, extended family, colleagues at work, and personal friends. Some of the activities I consider essential to my well-being include prayer, time spent nourishing my relationships, , adequate sleep, exercise, cooking, writing, reading, dance, crafts, ministry, and teaching–not necessarily in that order. During the school year it is impossible to fit all of these considerations into each week. What to do?
I don’t force them to fit! Instead I allow for flexibility and the experience of “flow” by literally penciling in time for people and activities on my planner, knowing that it’s okay to move things around.
1) Flexibility allows me to adjust to the ever-changing circumstances of life without losing our peace of mind.
2) “Flow” allow me to continue an activity if I am “in the groove”–the experience of flow– and on the pathway to completion or wholeness in any given situation. For example, today I will be sewing a bridesmaid dress for my daughter’s wedding. I’ve set aside an hour to work on it this morning. However, if I make enough progress to near completion of the project, I’m going to stick with it until it’s finished. Yes, another activity I had scheduled might need to be moved, but allowing for the experience of “flow” keeps me from the frustration of cutting the time short when I am so close to the satisfaction of finishing.
Allowing for flexibility and flow when scheduling priorities provides a deep sense of balance and progress toward meeting our life goals, without the feeling of loss of control that results from more rigid scheduling. Rather than feeling overwhelmed and stress, we find the fun in being able to pick from a full menu of activities and to enjoy the twists and turns of a spirited, healthy lifestyle!
Tags: finding time for a healthy lifestyle, osteoporosis, scheduling priorities
Hello, OsteoDiet readers! I haven’t forgotten about you this past week. I’ve simply been very busy with the beginning of the school year! I teach Algebra and serve as Academic Coach at Southwestern Middle School here in DeLand, Florida. Even though the startup of the year can be time-intensive, I love my work! Besides, the new school year presents the perfect opportunity for me to practice what I preach regarding the balancing of school, home, and health. More on that this weekend!
I hope you’ve had a wonderful week, and I pray God’s blessings on all of you.
Kathy
For Teachers: Part 1 of Balancing School, Home, and Health – Attitudes that Encourage a Healthy Balance
Last week I received this question from a reader who is also a teacher like me:How do you do it all once the school year starts? How do you find the time to prepare a healthy diet, keep up an exercise regimen, and take care of your family and school work?
Good question! Actually, it requires setting priorities, organizing my time, and staying flexible. No two days are exactly alike around here, but I can still plan around the basics. Underlying my plan are a set of three attitudes that encourage me:
1) It is not selfish to want to live a balanced life! We’ve all heard the saying, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” Well, all work and minimal self-care makes Jane a stressed girl, too! It’s entirely possible to lead a busy life of giving to others, if you nurture yourself first. If you’ve ever flown on a major airline, the flight attendant always directs passengers, in case of sudden drop in air pressure, to place an oxygen mask over their own nose and mouth before attempting to help other passengers. You won’t be able to do much good for others or yourself if you’re passed out from oxygen deprivation! Just so, you won’t be able to serve others well unless you take care of yourself.
2) There is nothing wrong with doing fewer things and doing them well. To do something well is worthy. I used to try to do everything–every task that was asked of me. I felt like I was letting people down if I didn’t, but I paid the price for overcommitment in unmanageable stress. Now I am selective, knowing that I have just so much time to devote to the various priorities I have set. Doing fewer things has allowed me to do well the tasks that I decide to take on. And to do something well is worthy.
3) Love God with everything you’ve got, and love your neighbor as yourself. That’s Matthew 22:35-40 in a nutshell (emphasis mine). Notice the phrase “as yourself.” Taking care of yourself–loving yourself–is a prerequisite for true love of neighbor. As the saying goes, “You can’t give what you ain’t got.” If your health and peace of mind go down the tubes and your well runs dry, how will you be able to be a fountain of life for others?
Next: How to set priorities for optimal health and happiness!
Breakfast: Tossed Salad (romaine lettuce, tomato, matchstick carrots, 1/2 of an avocado, 1 tbsp. Newman’s Own Tuscan Italian dressing), Greens Shake with BioChlor, Supplements, Wild Berry Zinger tea with Beyond C powder
Snack: (None – No chance for a snack because I was attending a workshop.)
Lunch: Fruity Protein Shake, supplements, water
Snack: Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar, water
Supper: Steamed cabbage with turkey sausage medallions, sweet potatoes, onion soup, water, Wild Berry tea with Beyond C powder, supplements
Bedtime: Too stuffed for a snack!
Tags: Daily Diet, osteoporosis diet
Are you missing peanut butter cookies? Well, no more of that! These almond butter cookies taste scrumptious…and they’re good for your bones.
To make about 3 dozen cookies, you will need:
1 large mixing bowl
1 spoon for stirring
1 9″ x 13″ glass pan
fork and spoon
aluminum foil
1 cup of Earth Balance buttery spread
3/4 cup of Xylosweet (available at local health food stores)
1 tsp of almond extract (or vanilla extract)
2 cups of Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Baking Mix
1/2 cup smooth almond butter
1 egg
2 tbsp almond milk (I use Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Breeze, available at Publix and health food stores.)
2 3-oz bars of dark chocolate from the health food store
Preheat oven to 400°. Line a 9″ x 13″ glass pan with aluminum foil. In large mixing bowl, combine the first seven ingredients, mixing well until dough is smooth and uniform in consistency. Scoop out dough with a teaspoon, and shape into 1-inch balls. Place 1 inch apart on glass pan. Flatten with a fork in criss-cross pattern. Top each cookie with a chunk of dark chocolate. Bake 10-11 minutes, or until lightly browned. (Do not overbake.) Cool. Enjoy!
