My Body or God’s Temple?

Paul gave instructions to Christians 2000 years ago and it is relevant for modern-day Christians. He reminds us of three important truths about he body.

1.Watch out for over indulgence.

"Do not be with heavy drinkers of wine, or with gluttonous eaters of meat; for the heavy drinker and the glutton will come to poverty." Proverbs 23:20-21

2.Watch out for inactivity.

"How long will you lie down, O sluggard? When will you arise from your sleep?" Prov. 6:9

3. Watch out for insufficient rest.

"It is vain for you to rise up early, to retire late, to eat the bread of painful labors; for He gives to His beloved even in his sleep." Psalm 127:2

Being a good steward of my body is not only a health issue, but a holiness issue.

Thank you Pastor Phil for a great lesson.

Tip of the week – Water

Here is a good way to save our precious water.

We are 5 people in our household and it takes a lot of water and energy to take a nice hot bath. Of course we enjoy our hot bath as everybody else does and I don’t want to miss out on such a nice luxury. Tip: Take a bath, save the water for the next person, we are not that dirty that the water can’t be shared.

Reflexology

I am so very excited about the new reflexology class Porters Neck Yoga and Spa is offering. I believe it is very important learning and understanding the body. We are all day on those precious feet and they get so little attention. Classes will start January’09, contact www.portersneckyogaspa.com if you are interested attending.

Reflexology is the physical act of applying pressure to the feet and hand with specific thumb, finger and hand techniques without the use of oil or lotion. It is based on a system of zones and reflex areas that reflect an image of the body on the feet and hands with a premise that such work effects a physical change to the body.

http://www.reflexology-research.com/whatis.htm

Solar dryer

Growing up in Germany, I have not seen or even knew there was such a thing as a dryer until I got married to my lovely American husband. I remember the military gave us a dryer on loan for our first apartment in Bremen Germany. We had to hang out the long big tube out the window. The neighbors had no idea what in the world was hanging out the window. Anyway, drying your clothes is not good for your clothes, and not good in your pocket book. Try hanging them outside or inside the home. Here is a little clip.

Licorice

This is so delicious. When I have a very bad cold I am eating some natural Licorice. I am not talking about the candy you find at a local grocery store. I am talking about he organic licorice with anise and cane juice. Licorice is a herb that has been used as food and medicine. It has been used to treat the common cold and low blood pressure. Licorice rids phlegm and mucous from the respiratory tract and relieve respiratory ailments such as allergies, bronchitis, colds, and sore throats. But I want to caution you as well. Licorice consumption may cause serious side effects. Too much of the component glycyrrhizin causes high blood pressure, and even heart attacks. Keep it all in moderation.

Live in Wellness

Many forms of disease, from cancer and benign tumors to edemas and common colds  thrive in an acidic body.  By normalizing the body’s pH balance, strengthening the immune system and nourishing the body with healing foods our body will clear the disease without the invasive interventions chemotherapy, surgery and/or radiation if detected before major surgery is warranted. If chemotherapy, radiation or surgery are warranted than the suggestions here will compliment this process without interfering with the interventions’ effectiveness. Always consult with your practitioner for specific individual  protocols.
Dietary changes: Incorporate whole, organic, fresh foods/drinks; set as a goal of eliminating  in your diet:
- Processed foods containing chemicals, sugar, caffeine, hydrogenated  oils.
- Processed sugars
- Caffeine, alcohol,  tobacco, narcotic substances and carbonated drinks.
- Avoid mucous forming foods, ie., dairy, wheat .
Too much mucous in our  food remains “stuck” in our digestive tracts and block normal digestive processes as well as providing a medium for bacteria and  pathogens to inhabit.
- Unfermented soy product. Use fermented soy sparingly.
- Eat alkaline foods: raw  seasonally fresh steamed, baked, fermented w/o sugar, or  lightly  cooked in oil vegetables: 
Crucifers: broccoli, cauliflower, red and green cabbages/sauerkraut. Root vegetables; carrot, turnip, parsnip, gabo/burdock, beet. Dark leafy greens; kale, the chards, watercress, parsley, nettles, bok choy, lettuce (excluding iceberg), scallion/leeks/chives peas, lima beans, squash, celery, fennel, onion and garlic. Sea Vegetables; kombu, dulse, wakame, hiziki, etc. Mushroom: Shitaiki, Maitake, Ganodermas, Chaga, etc. beans; red, black, white, brown and green, etc. Whole grains; brown and basmati rice, millet, buckwheat, kasha/buckwheat groats, barley , etc. Nuts and seeds; almond, sesame, sunflower, pumpkin, etc. Fish (non farmed, deep sea, non scavenging). Red meat; limit consumption to once a week. Use graze fed, organic and or w/o dyes, growth hormones and anti-biotics. Make soups with beef bone. Fowl; Chicken, turkey, duck, goose w/o dyes, growth hormones and anti-biotics/organic or free range. Fruit, seasonally fresh, organic. -  Use only organic extra virgin olive oil, safflower and nut/seed oils, ie., sesame, sunflower, almond.
-  Drink at least 40 oz of quality spring water. Alkaline water can be established by adding freshly squeezed lemon juice to a glass of water. -  Avoid daily consumption of fruit and vegetables juices as they are concentrated and filled with condensed sugars
- Avoid nightshade plant foods; potatoes, tomatoes (except in season fresh og.), and eggplant, particularly in arthritic conditions."

By Greg Patch, Artist, Traditional Herbalist, Dietary and Lifestyle Counselor.

Eucalyptus Leaf

I am trying to get over a very bad cold and sore throat. Growing up in Germany we used a lot of the old fashioned remedies. After drinking one cup I felt so much better. Try Alvita Eucalyptus Leaf Tea Bags, you can find it in most Health food stores.

Eucalyptus Leaf is used primarily as an expectorant to release mucus congestion. Eucalyptus benefits the respiratory system, and is a great expectorant for those who are suffering from congestion, pneumonia, or the flu. You can enjoy the aroma by diffusing Eucalyptus into the air, or you may dilute it and apply it directly to the skin. Eucalyptus is cooling, stimulating and penetrating. http://www.bellybytes.com/nourish/eucalyptus_leaf.html

Hana’s Tea Co. and it’s organic

Ocean Thoughts Yoga is offering the finest organic Hana Tea Co. at the Crest Fitness Club and Spa in Hampstead, NC. For more information call 910-228-7052 or visit the store. www.crestfitness.com. Also available at http://www.hanatea.com/

Sacred Pools Tropical
The superior quality single malt tropical blend is garden fresh from the  Assam tea garden to you. Sacred Pools Tropical entices the palate with an extravagant blend of green and black tea, harmoniously infused with all natural tropical flavors. Experience the refreshment of a splash in the Sacred Pools.
Each air tight tin canister comes with 15 pyramid style loose leaf tea bags and measures approximately 3.5" x 3.5" x 4.5".

Hana Sunrise Organic Chai
The superior quality single malt Organic Chai is garden fresh from the Assam tea garden to you. With the perfect balance of delicate spices and exotic flavors, Hāna Sunrise Organic Chai delivers a delicious, decompressing escape. Experience the splendor of a Hāna sunrise.
Each air tight tin canister comes with 15 pyramid style loose leaf tea bags and measures approximately 3.5" x 3.5" x 4.5".

Yoga Nidra Podcast

Need to relax, here you can download some free Yoga Nidra.

http://oceanthoughtsyoga.mypodcast.com/index.html

Ocean Thoughts Yoga

Ocean Thoughts Yoga has been in the Hampstead, NC area since July 2007. Currently I am teaching at Crest Fitness in Hampstead www.crestfitness.com. Come join us, the schedule is at www.oceanthoughtsyoga.com and have some fun with us.