As many of you know, my husband has been dealing with the effects of GERD for many years. This condition continues to be problematic for many people–and what’s worse is that the medications used to treat this condition is actually causing more harm than good. I continue to read reports that explain how antacids add to the problem of acid reflux by creating a more acidic environment in the stomach. There are other medications that can cause problems as well,...
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I can tell you truthfully that up until about two years ago I had absolutely no clue as to what a gluten free diet was. When my daughter learned she has Crohn’s disease, she told me that she needed to begin an elimination diet. We learned that wheat products were one of many things that caused problems for her. For the past few years I learned that gluten is a mixture of proteins found in all grains, and can cause a myriad of problems for people. Prolamines in particular...
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During my 30 Days of Gratitude challenge, I’ve shared a number of things you can listen to, read and do to help you appreciate many things that life has already given you. Your bi-weekly paycheck, the steady rainfall that watered the lawn, electricity that provides juice for our internet pleasure or simply your health– these are just a few things you might take for granted daily. Yes, they are rather small things that don’t add up to winning the lottery,...
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Gratitude—in my last blog, I mentioned that creating a mindset of gratitude is not something that comes naturally for most people. It’s something that is learned and practiced daily. Gratitude or appreciation of what we already have is necessary to attract the things we want. Every day when you wake up, practice the concept of being thankful. Just like brushing your teeth every morning, set aside just a moment to consider the things that make you smile—right then—right...
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