Taking Dominion

Most times when Christians especially talk about taking dominion it usually means over sin, or demons , or things in the spiritual world. Every now and then the term is used in reference to animals. Rarely  and I mean almost never,  do we ever use those words as something we can do in our own lives.
So as the Daniel Plan comes to an end terms of my introducing it to you,here is a parting thought. Take dominion. Take dominion over your eating habits, your perception of food, and your health behaviors , starting right now.
We have always said it's not about perfection or never being able to satisfy a craving. It's about doing the everyday right, for the long haul .
Let's plan not to go back to the high sugar high calorie choices we know are diseases looking for a place to happen . Let's be intentional about incrementally exercising as a path to fitness as well as weight loss.
And last, teach those things to our children and those around us.
Remember, it's never too late to start to do the right thing.
Bless you on your journey.

Lets see. Hmm, What shall I Drink?

Here is some information taken from www.seattleorganicrestaurants.com/vegan-whole-food/herbal-teas-health-benefits.php

A little something about teas. Enjoy!

Top 10 healing Herbal teas and their health benefits

1. Green Rooibos Tea (with lemon grass)—high in antioxidants and can fight cancer and improve vascular health
2. Valerian Tea—helps to improve sleeplessness and stress
3. Echinacea Tea—helps to treat colds, flues and common infections
4. Peppermint Tea—helps to improve digestion and relieve irritable bowl syndrome
5. Dandelion Tea – Great for detox and improves digestion and liver function

6. Peppermint Tea—helps to improve digestion and relieve irritable bowl syndrome

Peppermint is a nutritious herb that can help indigestion and calm stomach disorders. Peppermint tea can also sooth stomach muscles and intestine and improve the inflammatory bowel disease. The powerful phytonutrient in peppermint can also reduce the growth of cancer cells in liver and pancreas.

7. Dandelion Tea – Great for detox and improves digestion and liver function

The health benefit of dandelion has been known for centuries and Persians were the first to discover the great medicinal properties of dandelion. For centuries, dandelion has been used to improve liver function, digestion and expel kidney stones. The active phytonutrient in dandelion can also help to promote weight loss and detox the body from accumulation of toxins and free radicals. 

8. Passion flower Tea—helps insomnia and anxiety

The leaves of the medicinal passionflower plant have active compounds known as flavonoids and alkaloids. Like chamomile, valerian root and lavender, this great medicinal herb can help sleeping problems and combat stress and anxiety.

9. Thyme Tea—helps coughs, bronchitis and brain cells

Thyme is a great herbal remedy rich in minerals, flavonoids and antioxidants. One of the oils in thyme known as “thymol” can help to increase the omega 3 fatty acids essential for growth of brain cells. Also, according to a study by the Biochemical and Biophysical Research, thyme oil can help to protect brain cells against aging and can prevent Alzheimer’s disease.  Thyme tea can also relax coughs and bronchitis and fight against infections.

10. Hawthorn tea—promoting vascular health and reducing high blood pressure

Hawthorn tea is well known for its great antioxidant and medicinal properties and can prevent cardiovascular diseases. The antioxidants in hawthorn tea can increase the circulation and prevent plaque built up in the arteries. Hawthorn tea can also improve hypertension, anxiety and stress.  

One more week before the Daniel Plan ends. Hope you have established some great habits by now.

Sources:

http://positivemed.com/2013/05/02/7-healing-herbal-teas/

http://www.naturalnews.com/041509_herbal_tea_natural_remedies_health_protection.html

Let's Review...

Hello All:
This week I'm asking you to do the work. If you have been following the Daniel Plan for the past several weeks , then you know we are getting close to the end of our launching period .
With that in mind, let's review. Think about your eating plan so far.
What new things have you added?
Has you food outlook changed at all?
Have you lost, gained or maintained your weight ?
What have you done well?
What can you do better?
Last, have you developed or are you on your way to crafting a healthy and sustainable eating plan?
These questions are important because this is not a diet . It's a way of life that goes a long way toward  maintaining excellent health.
Keep at it!
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