EASY RECIPE FOR HOME-MADE SOAP-NO BLEACH-CLEANS EVERYTHING

SUPPLIES NEEDED:
     2 gallon bucket with a lid
     Fels Naptha Soap
     Washing Soda (not baking soda)
     Mule-Team Borax
     Large pan

Put about 2 quarts of water in the large pan. Grate 1/3 bar of Fels Naptha Soap and add to the water.  Heat on low until the soap chunks are completely dissolved.  Stir in 1/2 cup Washing Soda and 1/2 cup borax.  Stir until dissolved and remove from heat.   Put in the 2 gallon bucket and add enough hot water to fill the bucket.  Mix well.  Continue mixing every hour or so to keep the soap from thickening.  If it thickens you can stir it back into a thick liquid.

LAUNDRY: Use 1/2 or 3/4 cup per load of laundry.  Add a stain booster for white clothes. Spray on stains and soak in water until stain lifts.

GENERAL CLEANING: Fill a spray bottle with the soap mixture using a narrow funnel.  Shake it as you use it to keep the soap in a liquid state.

Can be used to clean everything including carpet stains, crayon marks on walls, bugs on the front of your vehicle, marble, tile, and all washable surfaces, etc.

Happy Cleaning

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RECALL-APPLEGATE GF CHICKEN NUGGETS

Hidden sources of gluten can be found in many places. We must continue to be vigilant and cautious about our foods. Take notice of this recent recall issued by the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). APPLEGATE NATURALS GLUTEN FREE CHICKEN NUGGETS ARE RECALLED DUE TO AN UNDECLARED ALLERGEN - WHEAT Recalling Firm: King's Delight, Gainesville, GA Products Subject to Recall: 8-oz. cartons of "APPLEGATE® Naturals Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets." The establishment number "P-2617" can be found printed on the side of each carton. The products were packaged on Sept. 19, 2012. The lot number "210864" and the best before date "08/28/13" are printed on each carton's side panel. The UPC code "25317-00556" is printed on the back of each carton. Food Safety & Inspection Service Logo - http://www.fsis.usda.gov Questions? Contact: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Contact_Us/index.asp WAYS TO STAY CONNECTED WITH FSIS: Email Updates - http://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USFSIS/subscribers/new RSS Feeds - http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Feeds/index.asp Visit us on Twitter - http://twitter.com/#!/USDAFoodSafety Visit us on YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/user/USDAFoodSafety Visit us on Flickr -http://www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov/collections/72157625079142273/ Visit our Blog - http://blogs.usda.gov/category/food-safety/ http://www.fsis.usda.gov/FSIS_Recalls/Open_Federal_Cases/index.asp

Sincerely, Tom O'Bryan, DC, CCN, DACBN The Latest Statistics: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common abdominal complaint patients suffer from. Although the frequency of Celiac Disease with IBS is about 1%, the frequency of Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity with IBS is over 30%. Am J Gastroenterol 2012; 107:1898-1906 If you have any questions, please email Karen@theDr.com. Thanks to a friend who sent me this article! brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com

Cornbread

      GLUTEN FREE BUTTERY CORN BREAD 

Cream together:

2/3 C butter, softened

1 C sugar

Combine and Mix: 

1 2/3 C warmed milk and mix in 3 eggs

Combine and Mix:

1 1/3 Cup GF All Purpose Flour, 2 C cornmeal, 4 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt

Add flour mixture alternately with egg mixture to creamed butter and sugar mixture.

Pour into 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan.  Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean and the top is lightly browned.  Cut into squares and serve warm with honey, butter or jam.

CHLOROGENIC ACID

I saw an advertisement to lose belly fat by taking chlorogenic acid found in green coffee beans.  I am always leery of advertisements which led me to do some research.  

I found this information on the following web site:  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11237928

Consumption of high doses of chlorogenic acid, present in coffee, or of black tea increases plasma total homocysteine concentrations in humans.

Olthof MR, Hollman PC, Zock PL, Katan MB.

Source

Division of Human Nutrition and Epidemiology, Wageningen University, Wageningen, Netherlands. margreet.olthof@staff.nutepi.wau.nl

Abstract

BACKGROUND:

In population studies, high intakes of coffee are associated with raised concentrations of plasma homocysteine, a predictor of risk of cardiovascular disease. Chlorogenic acid is a major polyphenol in coffee; coffee drinkers consume up to 1 g chlorogenic acid/d.

OBJECTIVE:

We studied whether chlorogenic acid affects plasma total homocysteine concentrations in humans. For comparison we also studied the effects of black tea rich in polyphenols and of quercetin-3-rutinoside, a major flavonol in tea and apples.

DESIGN:

In this crossover study, 20 healthy men and women ingested 2 g (5.5 mmol) chlorogenic acid, 4 g black tea solids containing approximately 4.3 mmol polyphenols and comparable to approximately 2 L strong black tea, 440 mg (0.7 mmol) quercetin-3-rutinoside, or a placebo daily. Each subject received each of the 4 treatments for 7 d, in random order.

RESULTS:

Total homocysteine in plasma collected 4-5 h after supplement intake was 12% (1.2 micromol/L; 95% CI: 0.6, 1.7) higher after chlorogenic acid and 11% (1.1 micromol/L; 95% CI: 0.6, 1.5) higher after black tea than after placebo. Total homocysteine in fasting plasma collected 20 h after supplement intake was 4% (0.4 micromol/L; 95% CI: 0.0, 0.8) higher after chlorogenic acid and 5% (0.5 micromol/L; 95% CI: 0.0, 0.9) higher after black tea than after placebo. Quercetin-3-rutinoside did not significantly affect homocysteine concentrations.

CONCLUSIONS:

Chlorogenic acid, a compound in coffee, and black tea raise total homocysteine concentrations in plasma. Chlorogenic acid could be partly responsible for the higher homocysteine concentrations observed in coffee drinkers. Whether these effects on homocysteine influence cardiovascular disease risk remains to be established.

I believe that nutrition and exercise is still the best way to stay healthy and lose the unwanted fat.  Following the serving size is also important.  

Carbs (Starches)  - Total of 50 to 60 grams per meal
     Bread, Tortilla, Bagel, Oatmeal/Cream of Wheat, Rice or pasta, 
     Beans, Pease, Lentils, Corn, Potato.

Fruits (Carbs & Fiber) - 2 to 4 servings per day
     Apple, orange, pear, peach, banana, mango, grapefruit, grapes,
     honeydew, cantaloupe, raisins, pears, orange.

Milk (Protein, Calcium, Vit. A&D) - 2 servings per day
     Milk, yogurt.

Non-Starch Vegetables (Carbs) - 3 to 5 servings per day
     Broccoli, spinach, beans, cauliflower, carrots, pepper, tomato.

Meat (Protein) - 2 servings per day
     Fish, chicken, lean beef, cheese, cottage cheese, egg, soy,

     peanut butter.

Oils & Fats - 3 to 5 servings per day
     Olive oil, canola oil, corn oil, sunflower oil, peanut oil, olives,
     almonds, cashews, avocado, butter, peanuts, mayonnaise,       

  bacon, half-and-half.

Healthy Eating!

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IF A CHILD LIVES IN AN ENVIRONMENT OF...

 
If a child grows up in an environment of criticism, the child will learn to criticize.
If a child grows up in an environment of hate, the child will learn to fight.
If a child grows up in an environment of shame, the child will learn to feel guilty
If a child grows up in a praising environment, the child will learn to appreciate.
If a child grows up in an encouraging environment, the child will learn to be confident.
If a child grows up in an environment of understanding, the child will learn to be patient.
If a child grows up in a just environment, the child will learn to be fair.
If a child grows up in a secure environment, the child will learn to trust.
If a child grows up in an approving environment, the child will develop self-esteem.
If a child grows up in an environment of acceptance and friendship, the child will learn to find love in people.

I had this quotation hanging on my fridge while I was raising my children and tried to use it as a guide of the environment I wanted for my children.  I just hoped it helped! Raising kids is not easy but worth it. 

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Almond Flour & Rice Pie Crust

Almond Flour and Rice Pie Crust – A Favorite and easy to make

1/3 cup whole almonds ground to a fine powder in the blender.  There will be small chunks of almonds but they were not crunchy in the pie.

In a 9 inch pie plate, combine the ground almond flour, ¾ cup brown rice flour, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon and pinch of ground cloves.  Mix well with a fork

In a microwave dish, combine 3 Tbsp water, 2 Tbsp oil, & 2 Tbsp honey and heat on low setting until honey liquefies.  Drizzle liquid over the flour mixture in the pie plate and stir with a fork until well blended.  Let stand until the dry ingredients absorb the liquid.

Shape the crust by pressing mixture firmly into place with your fingers, covering bottom and sides of plate.  Pat top edge of crust into a straight edge.  Bake empty crust for 5 minutes at 350 degrees before adding your favorite filling.   Makes one crust.  Use in place of a graham cracker crust.

If you have any suggestions or recipes you would like to share, please send email to:

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Here's to Healthy Eating!

Burn Fat from Foods We Eat...

Foods That Burn Fat!  Is that possible?

Enjoy lots of foods while burning fat.  I made a list of these and have the list hanging on my fridge.  When I crave foods that are full of saturated fats, sugar, lots of carbs, and concentrated sugars I force myself to pick another food off the list and to follow the portion size on the label.  These foods give us fiber, protein, monounsaturated fats, Omega 3, and satisfies hunger.   They are healthy choices:

Oatmeal, Almonds (24 per day), Whey, Berries, Eggs, Beans, Bread, Peanut Butter, Sim Milk, Avacodo, Non fat Cheese, Green Vegetables, Whole Grains, Tuna & Salmon, Olive Oil or Canola Oil, Herbal Tea.

Learn to choose foods that burn fat and keep your weight under control.


Health is Happiness!

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Portions: My How Things Have Changed in the U.S.

*Since the 1950's , the average size of a burger has increased by 223 %

*since the 1960's, the average weight of a woman has increased by 24.5%

*Since the 1950's, the average size of a fountain soda has increased by 500%

*Since the 1960's, the average weight of a man has increased by 28 pounds

*Since the early 1900's, the average size of a chocolate bar has increased by 1,233%


Check your serving sizes!  Portion sizes have been growing and so have we.

*The average restaurant meal today is more than 4 times larger than in the 1950's.

*Adults, on the average are 26 pounds heavier.

If we want to eat healthy, order the smaller meals on the menu and split it with a friend or eat half and take the rest home for another meal.  When my son-in-law was working in Japan it was easier for him to keep his blood sugars level as they package their food according to the portion sizes.  I haven't been to Japan, but I can say I have seen a lot of Japanese people and on average they are not overweight. 

Eating the correct portion sizes are important to help you maintain your weight and your health.  READ THE LABELS on every container and then only eat the portion size.  You will be amazed!

Health is Happiness!

brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com

*Source:  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
 

5 Ways to a Better Nights Sleep

Ever get that foggy, sluggish feeling when you first get up in the morning or when you hit that afternoon slump? That sluggish feeling could actually be adding pounds to your waistline and taking years off your life.
So, what’s the solution to a better night’s sleep and bidding ”good-bye” to that sluggish feeling? Seven to nine hours of quality sleep!



Take a look at five ways to creating a better night’s sleep:
1. Set Your Sleep Routine. Yes, we know, easy for us to say. Between juggling your daily responsibilities and taking care of your family, you’re lucky if your head hits the pillow at all every night. Make an effort to get your body into a regular routine of relaxing around the same time each evening. Put on your pajamas, brush your teeth and relax by reading a good book for 15 minutes before climbing into bed. Routine is your best friend.
2. Consume Carefully. Consider what you consume: from the amount of water you drink daily (you should have half of your body weight in ounces daily) to the foods you eat. Are the foods you’re giving your body “life-giving” and meant to fuel your energy or do they just satisfy a craving? Keep your Isagenix products on hand and snack healthfully, making sure to take your Ageless Essentials™ with Product B™ daily along with your IsaLean® Shake.
3. Turn Off the Lights. Melatonin helps control sleep and wake cycles, being produced at high levels by the brain at night and dropping in the early morning hours. Lights from the TV, computer or other devices interfere with the release of melatonin, making it more difficult to fall asleep by increasing alertness and shifting circadian rhythms later. Be sure to turn off all light-emitting devices for at least an hour before bed to help your body wind down.
4. Exercise Early. Schedule your run or exercise routine for first thing in the morning instead of in the evening. Vigorous exercise even three hours before bedtime can keep you awake since it stimulates some of your major organs including your heart. Another benefit to exercising early? Studies show that those who exercise in the morning stick with their routine better than those who wait until later in the day, promoting increased weight loss. Some research even shows that those who exercise in the morning sleep sounder at night.
5. Supplement Your Sleep. Sometimes you need a little support to help you get to sleep. That’s where the new Isagenix Sleep Support and Renewal™ comes in. Formulated by Isagenix Scientific Advisory Board member Dr. Michael Colgan and Isagenix Scientists, Sleep Support & Renewal is a melatonin-infused spray that, when taken daily, provides a more restful night’s sleep.
Sleep Support & Renewal also:

• Reduces the time it takes to fall asleep
• Improves quality of sleep
• Increases total time of sleep in persons who suffer from sleep restriction or altered sleep

Curious if it will work for you? Here’s what a few people said about their experience with the Isagenix Sleep Support & Renewal melatonin spray:
“I am one of those people who has had a hard time sleeping most nights I walk the floor, read emails, read a book and about the time my husband (who could sleep at the drop of a hat) gets up in the morning I would finally be able to sleep. If I did get any sleep then it would be intermittent for a few minutes at a time. Since starting the Isagenix Sleep Support & Renewal, one spray and I am out for the night. If I have to get up during the night for any reason I just roll over and go back to sleep.” -Lyn M.
“I’ve had sleep issues for many years coupled with serious bouts of low energy and brain fog. Can’t remember the year that I just got up and went and then just went to sleep without the worry of if I would fall asleep.” -Andrea H., New York
“My recall of names and places has improved a lot since I started using The Isagenix Brain and Sleep Support System. I can’t imagine the results in a year from now.” -Denis L., Ontario
Don’t take your sleep for granted! Aim for a restful night tonight. Visit Isagenix.com and select “Our Products” and then “Targeted Solutions” to learn more and add the Isagenix Brain and Sleep Support System™ to your Autoship today for a holistic approach to your sleep health.
Want to dive deeper into the science of sleep? Read this article by Dr. Michael Colgan on IsagenixHealth.net.

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To Better Health!

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Honesty is the Best Policy

Raising kids takes a lot of hard work but it is worth it. The more time that is spent on helping children learn basic skills while they are young will make them more independent in their adult life. Too many children in today's world just exist. They are not being taught life skills. Parents are busy and involved in their own lives and schedules and not paying attention to actually teaching their children.

While raising our children I used a few guidelines based on the Ten Commandments found in the Bible. One was "Thou shall not steal." Our children at a small age were taught to respect other member's of our families belongings and not use them unless they asked first. If they borrowed something they were to return it in good condition and if they ruined it they had to replace it.

Money was left laying around the house and no one took it. If the child took something from a store they returned it. If the clerk accidentally gave them the wrong change, they returned the change and made it right.

The children were taught to respect our neighbors property and to not walk through their yards. When the baseball went through the neighbor's window, the child had to apologize to them and help pay for the repair.

As parents we had our children do many chores around the yard and house to earn money to help pay for the things they wanted. Our second daughter had earned enough to get her first bicycle. I will never forget the experience of taking her to the store with her jar of money. After picking out her bicycle we started for the check out stand and witnessed another young girl with a bicycle who was being escorted by a policeman through the front doors. As our daughter paid for her bicycle with money she had earned, the cashier told our daughter how proud she was of her and that the other young girl had tried to steal the bicycle. It made a huge impression on all of our children.

Your are either honest or you are not and Honesty is the Best Policy in all we do.

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