Chew for a Healthier You

We all want a perfect smile. Many pay thousands of dollars to achieve flawless white teeth. But did you know your pearly whites are the first line of defense to a healthier you? I eat fast. I learned to do this in the military. We had less than fifteen minutes to travel through the food … Read more

Creating Connection: How To Be More Empathetic

How to be more empathetic and accepting of each other is a big step in building a safe, nurturing society. We’re not all the same, and that’s a good thing – it means that we can see things differently, come to creative solutions and enjoy a variety of thoughts and opinions. By building better connections … Read more

Daily Gratitude Journal Sparks Victory

One easy, daily practice can heal your body, diminish destructive thoughts and emotions, and transform your relationships. What simple habit can you develop to achieve victory through life’s trials? Keeping a daily gratitude journal. Dr. Robert Emmons, the world’s leading scientific expert on gratitude, has conducted studies with hundreds of people, often having them keep a … Read more

The Many Benefits of Figs, God’s Gift

Figs, some of God’s amazing fruits, contain many benefits. They grow well in our North Florida weather and are some of the healthiest foods God has given us. According to Annette Reader, a nutritionist and writer of Steven Woods of the Promised Land, figs are loaded with vitamin C, B1, B2, B3, B6 (folate), A, E, … Read more

Sweet Freedom: How to Start a Low-Sugar Diet

As a morbidly obese woman, I recall the many times a well-meaning healthcare practitioner permitted me to indulge in sugar with the dietary advice of “everything in moderation.” Not once was I told to consider a no- or low-sugar diet. The key strategy I discovered through my weight-loss journey is the importance of adopting a … Read more