Healthy Tidbits and My Homework Assignment

Last week I shared that I had started going to a series of meetings called "Reversing Diabetes." Last weeks home work was to read the "Full Plate Diet" book that they gave us at the meetings. This week we got another book and homework assignment. The "Full Plate Diet" book was easy to read through during the week. This new book will take a bit more time- of course they don't expect the whole thing read during the week. Thankfully.

One thing I love about this book is that the last section has recipes!!! I look forward to trying some out!

I also won a little prize! I love free things! Just one more incentive to go and learn more things.

This series of meetings has not been without its pushing me outside of my comfort zone. I was not told that I needed to go through their screening panel last time - someone said they were offering the A1C test for 10.00 so I thought all of that other stuff was just for those wanting to have that test done. So on the second meeting I went through the screening panel - had to have my weight and height taken and blood pressure. That took some preparing myself for- I don't like to weigh especially since the card with info stays with them and there are a lot of people who can see the info. Anyway that is one part that was out of comfort zone - the other is the 20 minute session with a fitness instructor. Each week we do and learn something new - while we are exercising.

One interesting thing that I learned this week was that exercising helps the brain to grow and the synapsis to work better. I am sorry - since I was working out I was not able to take good notes so I may not have said that correctly but you get the idea. Exercising is good for brain health. It helps you think better and to have better memory. Who doesn't want a better memory?!

I look forward to what all I can learn from this book. The book I read last week was revolutionizing for me. It has helped me realize that I need to incorporate more fruits, veggies, and whole grains into my diet in order to get enough fiber. I think I mentioned it last week but 40 grams of fiber is what is a great target to shoot for. Fiber helps the food you eat to move more slowly through the body - helping to keep your blood sugars steady.

I wanted to share just a bit of a testimony with you all about how God is in control of even the little details. So mid -November is my last appointment with my oncologist. It will be the 5 year mark since my surgery!! I had really wanted to get my well woman appointment along with mammogram done before that appointment but when I called my Dr several weeks ago to schedule an appointment - the soonest I could get in was mid December. I was disappointed. After learning a lot of the things I have been learning - I have figured out that it was NO accident that it will be a little over 3 months till my appointment. God knew that I was going to have my A1C tested and with the choices I was making mostly good but too many bad choices- my number would be too high. He graciously allowed me time to get it better under control before it will be tested. I am so thankful for that.

I have been reminded of the importance of exercising especially after meals to help the blood sugar not spike as high. You can lower your blood sugar level by 1-3 points per minute of exercise - when you are exercising after a meal. How's that for another healthy tidbit?! It doesn't have to be intense. Just get up and march in place. Maybe some stepping from side to side. Maybe a walk around the block or two. Just try to add some movement to your schedule after you eat.

Brain Health..series..day 31 updated

Sorry - I did not have this ready earlier. I just couldn't make it to the computer sooner. Our temps here were about 68 which meant- first of all I needed to open up the house and let some fresh air in. Next I had to go on a good walk. I walked a whole hour today! It felt good. :O)

Proverbs 31

"31:10-31 This is the description of a virtuous woman of those days, but the general outlines equally suit every age and nation. She is very careful to recommend herself to her husband's esteem and affection, to know his mind, and is willing that he rule over her. 1. She can be trusted, and he will leave such a wife to manage for him. He is happy in her. And she makes it her constant business to do him good. 2. She is one that takes pains in her duties, and takes pleasure in them. She is careful to fill up time, that none be lost. She rises early. She applies herself to the business proper for her, to women's business. She does what she does, with all her power, and trifles not. 3. She makes what she does turn to good account by prudent management. Many undo themselves by buying, without considering whether they can afford it. She provides well for her house. She lays up for hereafter. 4. She looks well to the ways of her household, that she may oblige all to do their duty to God and one another, as well as to her. 5. She is intent upon giving as upon getting, and does it freely and cheerfully. 6. She is discreet and obliging; every word she says, shows she governs herself by the rules of wisdom. She not only takes prudent measures herself, but gives prudent advice to others. The law of love and kindness is written in the heart, and shows itself in the tongue. Her heart is full of another world, even when her hands are most busy about this world. 7. Above all, she fears the Lord. Beauty recommends none to God, nor is it any proof of wisdom and goodness, but it has deceived many a man who made his choice of a wife by it. But the fear of God reigning in the heart, is the beauty of the soul; it lasts for ever. 8. She has firmness to bear up under crosses and disappointments. She shall reflect with comfort when she comes to be old, that she was not idle or useless when young. She shall rejoice in a world to come. She is a great blessing to her relations. If the fruit be good, the tree must have our good word. But she leaves it to her own works to praise her. Every one ought to desire this honour that cometh from God; and according to this standard we all ought to regulate our judgments. This description let all women daily study, who desire to be truly beloved and respected, useful and honourable. This passage is to be applied to individuals, but may it not also be applied to the church of God, which is described as a virtuous spouse? God by his grace has formed from among sinful men a church of true believers, to possess all the excellences here described."

~This is from the "Matthew Henry Commentary" which I found at  Biblehub There are many other commentaries there to look at and read about the Proverbs 31 woman.


Psalms 31

Brain Health..series..day 30

My husband had to leave for work at 4:30 this morning, I tried to go back to sleep but couldn't. The good news is I'll have time to do some things I've been wanting to do but didn't have time. Bad news, I'm already feeling tired. I plan on going for a good walk this morning once it gets light out. Hopefully that will help refresh me.

But first, let's look at Proverbs 30 together. There seems to be some confusion in who actually wrote this chapter. But as my commentary said, "it is not necessary that we know through whom these inspired words were given."

Here are the verses that stood out to me:

"Every word of God is pure; (tested, refined, found pure)
And a shield to those who put
Their trust in Him.
6 Do not add to His words,
Least He rebuke you, and you be found a liar."
Verse 5-6

" 'Word' ~ The Lord has especially guarded His Word. To those who learn to rely upon it, the Word becomes a perfect shield and protection."  SDA Comm.
 
"You shall not add to the word which I commanded you, nor take from it, that you may keep the commandments of the LORD your God which I command you."
Deuteronomy 4:2

"Whatever I command you, be careful to observe it; you shall not add to it nor take away from it."
Deuteronomy 12:32

" 'Add thou not' ~ Since the Word of God is purified by divine care, we should not tamper with it. our finite minds can never fully understand the thoughts of God."  SDA Comm.

"The words of the LORD are pure words,
Like silver tried in a furnace of earth,
Purified seven times."
Psalm 12:6

"The statues of the LORD are right,
Rejoicing the heart;
The commandment of the LORD is
pure, enlightening the eyes;
9 The fear of the LORD is clean,
enduring forever;
The judgments of the LORD are true
and righteous altogether.
10 More to be desired are they than
gold,
Yea, than much fine gold;
Sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb."
Psalm 19:7-10

Proverbs 30

Psalms 30

Brain Health..series..day 29

Proverbs 29

Psalms 29

Brain Health..series..day 28

Proverbs 28


Psalms 28

Brain Health..series..day 27

Proverbs 27

"Wrath is cruel and anger a torrent, 

But who is able to stand before jealousy?

verse 4

Harboring Envy/jealousy~ "Envy (Jealousy) is one of the most satanic traits that can exist in the human heart,, and it is one of the most baleful in its effects. Says the wise man, "Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous; but who is able to stand before envy?" Proverbs 27:4. It was envy that first caused discord in heaven, and its indulgence has wrought untold evil among men." PP 385

Psalms 27


***I would like to share a link to the online books that I use quotes from - there are quite a few books available here to read. Online Books

Brain Health..series...day 26

Proverbs 26

"Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death.

19 Is the man who deceives his neighbor; and says, "I was only joking!"

verses 18-19

Evils of Sly Innuendo~ "Closely allied to gossip is the covert insinuation, the sly innuendo, by which the unclean in heart seek to insinuate the evil they dare not openly express. Every approach to these practices the youth should be taught to sun as they would shun the leprosy."  Ed 236

Psalms 26

***I would like to share a link to the online books that I use quotes from - there are quite a few books available here to read. Online Books

Brain Health...series..day 20

Proverbs 20

Psalms 20

Brain Health..series...day 18

Proverbs 18

"The name of the LORD is a strong tower;

 The righteous run to it and are safe."

Verse 10

The Lord our Refuge~ "We cannot save ourselves from the tempter's power; he has conquered humanity, and when we try to stand in our own strength, we shall become a pray to his devices; but "the name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe" (Proverbs 18:10). Satan trembles and flees before the weakest soul who finds refuge in that mighty name." DA 131


Psalms 18

Brain Health..series..day 17

Proverbs 17
"A merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken spirit dries the bones."
Verse 22

"Gratitude, rejoicing, benevolence, trust inGod's love and care- these are health's greatest safeguards. To the Israelites they were to be the very keynote of life." Ministry of Healing

~ sorry no link today- you can always go to the post that had the link to all the online books to look it up. I'm having issues with my desk top computer and not quite sure hot to do the links with my iPad.

Hope you all are doing well. :)
Psalms 17

Brain Health...series..day 16

Proverbs 16

"There is a way that seems right to a man,

But its end is the way of death."

verse 25

 

Following Our Own Way : "Ignorance is no excuse for error or sin, when there is every opportunity to know the will of God. A man is traveling and comes to a place where there are several roads and a guideboard indicating where each one leads. If he disregards the guideboard, and takes whichever road seems to him to be right, he may ne ever so sincere, but will in all probability find himself on the wrong road." GC 597, 598



~ This quote is taken from the book "The Great Controversy" - you may click on link here to check out the entire book.

Psalms 16

Brain Health...series...day 15

Proverbs 15

 "A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger."

verse 1

 

 

Silence can be golden: "If impatient words are spoken to you, never reply in the same spirit. Remember that "a soft answer turneth away wrath"(Proverbs 15:1)  And there is wonderful power in silence. Words spoken in reply to one who is angry sometimes serves only to exasperate. But anger met with silence, in a tender, forbearing spirit, quickly dies away." MH 486

 

If you are interested in reading more in Ministries of Healing - click on the link - it will take you to this book - and the chapter that this quote is taken from. You can always go to the link at the left of the page that says -"Online Books" to check out all the books available there!

Ok - I guess you can't- sorry I didn't realize that. So I added a link to the main page showing what books are available online.

Psalms 15

Brain Health..series..day 14

Proverbs 14

"There is a way that seems right to a man, But it's end is the way of death."
Verse 12

"In deciding upon any course of action we are not to ask whether we can see that harm will result from it, but whether it is in keeping with the will of God." PP 634


Psalms 14

Brain Health..series...Day 13

Sorry~ I've been super busy with extra responsibility so I wasn't able to get a post written up. Hopefully I'll get a chance to get one done for tomorrow.
I have some great ideas for some posts, but jus need to find the time to get them written up and posted. Hope you all are doing well. :)
** Oh and an update of the cute little denim dress I bought for $7.50~ I got it and it fits pretty well- but will do much better in about 10 pounds. I'm looking at it as an investment in me- the me that reaches her goal. There is no giving up for me! God led in the making and setting of the goal~ He will give me strength and courage to reach that goal, in His time! :)

Proverbs 13

Psalms 13

Brain Health..series...Day 12

Proverbs 12

"There is one who speaks like the piercing of a sword.

But the tongue of the wise promotes health."

verse 18

 

Harsh Words~ "In one moment, by the hasty, passionate, careless tongue, may be wrought evil that a whole lifetimes repentance cannot undo. Oh, the hearts that are broken, the friends estranged, the lives wrecked, by the harsh, hasty words of those who might have brought help and healing!"

ED 236,237 

Psalms 12

Brain Health...series..Day 11

Proverbs 11

"There is one who scatters, yet increases more;

And there is one who withholds more than is right, But it leads to poverty."

verse 24

 

"Blessings Increased~ "the sower multiplies his seed by casting it away. So it is with those who are faithful in distributing God's gifts. By imparting they increase their blessings."

AA 345



Psalms 11

Brain Health..series...Day 10

Proverbs 10

"Hatred stirs up strife: but love covers all sins."

verse 12
 

Today I didn't have a lot of time so I was looking on the Bible Hub website for this verse since it really stood out to me. I had actually thought of this verse several months ago, so I wanted to study up about it more. I really like this from the Benson Commentary: click on the "Benson Commentary" and it will take you to the Bible Hub page for this verse.



Benson Commentary

 

Proverbs 10:12. Hatred stirreth up strife — Upon every slight occasion, by filling men’s minds with suspicions and surmises, whereby they imagine faults where there are none, and aggravate every small offence; but love covereth all sins — Either doth not severely observe, or willingly forgives and forgets the injuries and offences of others, and so prevents contention and mischief.


Psalms 10

Brain Health..series..Day 9

Proverbs 9

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom,

And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

Proverbs 9:10 

True Education. "The great work of life is character building, and a knowledge of God is the foundation of all true education. To impart this knowledge and to mold the character in harmony with it should be the object of the teacher's work. The law of God is a reflection of His character....God has revealed Himself to us in His word and in the works of creation. Through the volume of inspiration and the book of nature we are to obtain a knowledge of God." PP 595

~as always if you would like to read more around this quote - click on the link. :O)

Psalms 9

Brain Health...series...day 8

Proverbs 8

Reap What You Sow~ " God is the foundation of life; and when one chooses the service of sin, he separates from God, and thus cuts himself off from life....God gives (those who are cut off) existence for a time that they may develop their character and reveal their principles. This accomplished, they receive the results of their own choice. By a life of rebellion, Satan and all who unite with him place themselves so out of harmony with God that His very presence is to them a consuming fire. The glory of Him who is love will destroy them." DA 764

If you are interested in a great book about the life of Christ - the book - "The Desire of Ages" is a wonderful book.

Psalms 8

Brain Health..series..Day 7

Proverbs 7

Another chapter speaking of the dangers of adultery -but we can also look at this as the dangers of being taken away from our first love- Jesus Christ.

Seduced From Integrity ~ "The Israelites, who could not be overcome by the arms or by the enchantments of Midian, fell a pray to her harlots. Such is the power that woman, enlisted in the service of Satan, has exerted to entrap and destroy souls... It was thus that the children of Seth were seduced from their integrity. ....It was thus that Joseph was tempted. Thus Samson betrayed his strength...Here David stumbled. And Solomon....sacrificed his integrity to the same bewitching power." PP 457

Psalms 7