Today, I'm thrilled to share with you one of the things that I consistently did that helped me lose over 100 pounds - It was making and drinking fruit-infused water.

This Simple Combination of Citrus Fruits, Sweet Fruit and Fresh Herbs Gave To Me Highly Nutritional Flavors!

• Citrus Fruits: Grapefruits ignite our metabolism and assist in regulating insulin levels, crucial for weight management.
• Sweet Fruits: Pineapples and dates offer natural sweetness and essential nutrients, curbing unhealthy cravings.
• Fresh Herbs: Parsley enhances flavor while supporting digestion and detoxification, key for a healthier lifestyle.

Check out the infographic below to understand the nutritional value of different foods. I prefer using the ANDI Guide's scores to figure out how nutritious foods are. This is because ANDI scores take into account many small nutrients, like vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and antioxidants, to give a comprehensive view of a food's health...

Embarking on a weight loss journey can often feel like navigating a maze of conflicting advice and fad diets. However, when we focus on incorporating whole, nourishing foods into our meals, we set ourselves up for success in achieving sustainable and lasting results. Today, we'll explore how each ingredient in our Plant-Based Mushroom Pot Pies plays a vital role in supporting your weight loss goals.

1. Mushrooms: These humble fungi are a powerhouse of nutrition and flavor. Low in calories and high in fiber, mushrooms help keep you feeling full and satisfied without adding excess calories to your diet. They're also packed with vitamins and minerals, such as B vitamins and selenium, which support overall health and metabolism.

2. Chickpea Flour: As the base for our pot pie filling, chickpea flour provides a hearty dose of plant-based protein and fiber. Protein helps keep you feeling full and satisfied, reducing the likelihood of overeating, while fiber supports healthy digestion and...

In today's fast-paced world, maintaining a robust immune system is more important than ever. With various environmental stressors and health challenges, supporting our body's defense mechanisms is key to staying healthy and resilient. One delicious way to do just that is by incorporating immune-boosting ingredients into our meals, such as those found in this hearty Instant Pot Lentil Barley White Bean Pilaf.  

Let's delve into why each ingredient in this pilaf is a powerhouse for building up immunity:

1. Lentils: Rich in protein, fiber, and an array of essential nutrients, lentils are a staple in many healthy diets. They are loaded with antioxidants, particularly polyphenols, which help reduce inflammation and protect cells from damage. Additionally, lentils contain zinc and iron, both crucial for a well-functioning immune system.

2. Barley: This ancient grain is not only hearty and satisfying but also packed with immune-boosting nutrients. Barley is a good source of...

Finding Strength in Faith Amidst Life's Challenges

Today, I embarked on a journey that deviated slightly from my norm. Although my day began with prayer, as it always does, distractions soon unfolded, pulling my focus away from that peaceful, centered start I cherish so much. It's peculiar how a slight shift in routine can ripple through our day, highlighting the profound impact of starting our mornings fully centered in our faith.

The day was fraught with challenges—professional obstacles, familial tensions, and an enveloping pressure that is seldom felt. These are the days our faith is truly tested, reminding us of the solace found in our spiritual practices.

In the midst of today's chaos, a song inspired by 2 Corinthians 4:7-9 became my beacon of peace. These verses remind us that, despite our external frailties, we possess a divine strength:

"But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. We are hard-pressed on...

As the leaves turn and the air chills, cold and flu season sneaks upon us, bringing coughs, sniffles, and aches.  This year, I have a natural remedy for you: this 52 Clove Garlic Soup. It helps your body's recover speedily during pesky cold and virus season.

Why 52 Cloves of Garlic?

Garlic, the star of our soup, has been revered for centuries for its health benefits, including its ability to boost the immune system and its anti-viral properties. With 52 cloves, this soup packs a potent punch against pathogens, helping to ease cold and flu symptoms and speed up recovery.

The Power-Packed Ingredients

• Garlic: The cornerstone of our recipe, garlic's antiviral and immune-boosting properties are unparalleled.
• Onions: Rich in antioxidants and sulfur-containing compounds, onions complement garlic's infection-fighting capabilities.
• Thyme: Rich in vitamins C and A, thyme supports the immune system, helping your body fend off and recover from infections more effectively.
• Ginger:...

I want to eat raw vegan (I preferred to say plant-based) for a few months to see if it will make me look younger, because I work 3rd shift I tend to be awake during the day & night, which has caused me to look older although I’ve always looked younger than my age.  

The Lord introduced me to the Eat to Live plan and this plan has allowed me to lose over 100 pounds.  I want to still use the guidelines of Eat to Live plan as I transition to eating mostly raw plant-based foods.  

Eating a pound of leafy greens every day is the goal for me and Tassili's Raw Reality Café have some amazing kale salads.  

I searched the internet and found “Copycat Punany Kale Wrap by ALEX FINCH” 

The salad I made was completely inspired by the copycat punany kale wrap recipe except that I made some exception considering the nutritarian way of eating and I used the recipe to make a salad instead of a wrap.

The salad...

Today’s Task Reading:

Prayer is the key to getting access to God, our doctor. God delights when we seek Him in Prayer (Proverbs 15:8). God listens to the prayers of the righteous. The key is not to worry, but to make our request known to God by prayer and continual petitions with thanksgiving so God can keep our hearts and our minds (Philippians 4:6-7). Let us replace worrying with worship and thanksgiving (Colossians 4:2). Since God hears us when we pray and provides us what we ask according to His will (1 John 5:14-15).

It’s incredible how our thinking affects our health. Proverbs 17:22 mentions how a cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit brings fatigue. There is another ailment that doesn’t seem to affect us, but it affects us like poison – it is a sin. The Bible says that the wages of sin is death (Romans 6:23), but we can have eternal life through Jesus Christ, our Lord.

In Day 87, we discussed how Jesus gives us Hope, and Hope is like...

Today’s Task Reading:

Today we will discuss how God the Son is our medicine. God, our Father, provided "Jesus" the Son of God to be our medicine. John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."

Jesus came to heal. Matthew 4:23-25 illustrates how Jesus healed the multitude. Matthew 8:1-3 demonstrates how Jesus healed the leper. Matthew 8:5-10 shows how Jesus interceded for the healing of a soldier's servant. Matthew 9:27-31 illustrates how Jesus healed the blind. Matthew 9:32-33 demonstrates how Jesus healed the demon-possessed. Mark 7:31-37 illustrates how Jesus healed the deaf. John 5:1-15 shows how Jesus healed the disabled. So it is easy to see how Jesus came to cure all diseases and forgive. Through Christ, we are a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17). Jesus heals us with His redeeming blood. When Jesus died and rose from the dead, He illustrated to us how much He cares...

Today’s Task Reading:

Today we will discuss how God the Son is our medicine. God, our Father, provided "Jesus" the Son of God to be our medicine. John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."

Jesus came to heal. Matthew 4:23-25 illustrates how Jesus healed the multitude. Matthew 8:1-3 demonstrates how Jesus healed the leper. Matthew 8:5-10 shows how Jesus interceded for the healing of a soldier's servant. Matthew 9:27-31 illustrates how Jesus healed the blind. Matthew 9:32-33 demonstrates how Jesus healed the demon-possessed. Mark 7:31-37 illustrates how Jesus healed the deaf. John 5:1-15 shows how Jesus healed the disabled. So it is easy to see how Jesus came to cure all diseases and forgive. Through Christ, we are a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17). Jesus heals us with His redeeming blood. When Jesus died and rose from the dead, He illustrated to us how much He cares...