Joe: “My boss asked me if I was a dropout.”
Pete: “What did you say?”
Joe: “I said, ‘No, I was caesarian.'”
A quintessential refreshing drink on a hot day in south Texas is a large (and I mean Texas sized large) glass of iced tea. Close the laptop, put the smart phone on silent, pour yourself a large glass of cold iced tea. Take it outside, sit down, and let the world pass by for twenty minutes. Enjoy every savory moment. You’ll go back to whatever it was you were working on and being refreshed. Cheers. pardner!
Berries – WHY? Berries are loaded with anthocyanins and antioxidants, which stop free radicals from creating inflammation.
Olive Oil ~ WHY? Olive oil is unique in that it contains oleocanthal, an anti-inflammatory compound.
Leafy Greens ~ WHY? Leafy greens are associated with some of the strongest anti-inflammatory research and are loaded with anti-inflammatory compounds.
Spices ~ WHY? Most fragrant spices exert small anti-inflammatory effects, particularly for arthritis, joint pain, and swelling.
Nuts & Seeds ~ WHY? Their fat and protein make them an ideal anti-inflammatory snack that promotes blood sugar regulation and insulin sensitivity.
Fermented Foods ~ WHY? Active, live cultures of beneficial bacteria promote gut health and prevent new inflammation.
Cold Water Fish ~ WHY? The omega-3 fatty acids found in fish (DHA and EPA) not only suppress inflammation but also encourage synthesis of anti-inflammatory compounds.
Cruciferous Vegetables ~ WHY? This veggie family contains powerful sulfur compounds that exert protective anti-inflammatory effects, which may play a particular role in halting or preventing cancer.
When we lift the shade or open the binds light shines into our homes. It’s the same way when we open our hearts and minds to the light of truth, kindness, and love we become a mirror and reflect truth, kindness, and love to all who come our way.
I don’t get it. Two people start talking and neither one asks the other his/her name. Our names are our identity. Our name is the tag given to us at birth. When someone says to me, “Hi, Ray, how’s it going?” I know this person is interested in me. One direct and easy way to overcome the loneliness and isolation we face in an increasing digital world is to take the first step and introduce ourselves to others who are in our social sphere. My formula is simple, “I see you often, my name is Ray, what’s yours?” Do it with a smile. You’ll make a new friend. You’ll have broken down a wall.
Joe: “Wherever my dad is I’m convinced he’s looking down on me.”
Pete: “I didn’t know your dad died.”
Joe: “He didn’t. He’s just condescending.”
A recent study involving 371,159 middle-aged and older adults found eating a low-fat diet reduced all-cause mortality by 18%. The study, published in the Journal of Internal Medicine, also found that eating a healthful, low-carbohydrate diet only marginally reduced mortality risks, while substituting low-quality carbohydrates with plant-based proteins and foods containing unsaturated fats resulted in a significant reduction in risk of mortality.
