Health Benefits of Almonds, raw, with skins

1. Cancer-fighting
2. Lower LDL (bad cholesterol) and raise HDL (good cholesterol)
3. Reduce risk of heart disease
4. Help control blood pressure
5. Help normalize blood sugar
6. Help with weight control
7. Reduce inflammation
8. Alkalize the body
9. Protect against Alzheimer's
10. Strengthen immune system
11. Good for skin
12. Increase brain activity
13. Nutritive to overall nervous system
14. Help protect cell membranes from damage
15. Rich with antioxidants
16. Protect against UV damage
17. Contain an array of powerful flavonoids
18. Boost energy
19. Improve muscle function
20. Reduce hunger
21. Help prevent constipation
22. Strengthen bones
23. Help prevent gallstones
24. Provide healthy fats
25. Provide 6 grams protein per serving
26. Provide 3.5 grams fiber per serving
27. Very good source of vitamin E, manganese, biotin, and copper
28. Good source of magnesium, molydenum, riboflavin (vitamin B2), and phosphorus

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References:

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/8-health-benefits-of-almonds-king-of-nuts.html

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/seed-and-nut/health-benefits-of-almonds.html

http://www.livescience.com/51627-almonds-nutrition.html

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/269468.php

http://www.livestrong.com/article/299318-raw-almonds-health-benefits/

http://authoritynutrition.com/9-proven-benefits-of-almonds/

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=20

True Beauty

These women say it all:

http://www.storypick.com/10-quotes-by-mother-teresa/

“Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.” 

― Mother Teresa

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/595055342

I don't want to drive up to the pearly gates in a shiny sports car wearing beautifully tailored clothes, my hair expertly coiled, and with long, perfectly manicured fingernails. I want to drive up in a station wagon that has mud on the wheels from taking kids to scout camp. I want to be there with a smudge of peanut butter on my shirt from making sandwiches for a sick neighbors children. I want to be there with a little dirt under my fingernails from helping to weed someone's garden. I want to be there with children's sticky kisses on my cheeks and the tears of a friend on my shoulder. I want the Lord to know I was really here and that I really lived. 

-Marjorie Pay Hinckley

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The world has enough women who are tough; we need women who are tender. There are enough women who are coarse; we need women who are kind. There are enough women who are rude; we need women who are refined. We have enough women of fame and fortune; we need more women of faith. We have enough greed; we need more goodness. We have enough vanity; we need more virtue. We have enough popularity; we need more purity.

-Margaret D. Nadauld

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For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone.

-Audrey Hepburn

135 of Earth's Most Nutritious Foods

1. Almonds, raw
2. Apple
3. Apple Cider Vinegar
4. Apricots
5. Artichokes
6. Arugula
7. Asian Pear
8. Asparagus
9. Avocado
10. Banana
11. Basil
12. Beets
13. Beet Greens
14. Black Currants
15. Black Pepper
16. Blueberries
17. Bok Choy
18. Boysenberries
19. Brown Rice
20. Broccoli
21. Broccoli Sprouts
22. Brussels Sprouts
23. Cabbage
24. Cantaloupe
25. Cardamom
26. Carrots
27. Casaba Melon
28. Cashews, raw
29. Cauliflower
30. Cayenne Pepper
31. Celery
32. Chard
33. Cherries
34. Chia Seeds
35. Chicory Root
36. Chili Powder
37. Chinese Cabbage
38. Chives
39. Cilantro
40. Cinnamon
41. Coconut Oil, cold pressed organic
42. Coconut Water
43. Collard Greens
44. Corn
45. Cranberries
46. Cucumber
47. Cumin
48. Curry Powder
49. Dandelion Greens
50. Dill
51. Eggplant
52. Endive
53. Fennel
54. Figs
55. Flaxseeds
56. Garlic
57. Ginger
58. Goji Berries
59. Grapefruit
60. Grapes
61. Green Beans
62. Guacamole
63. Hemp Seeds
64. Honeydew Melon
65. Hummus
66. Jerusalem Artichokes
67. Kidney Beans
68. Kale
69. Kefir
70. Kim chi
71. Kiwi
72. Kohlrabi
73. Leeks
74. Lemongrass
75. Lemon
76. Licorice Root
77. Lime
78. Macadamia Nuts, raw
79. Mango
80. Microalgae
81. Miso
82. Mulberries
83. Mushrooms
84. Mustard Greens
85. Mustard Seeds
86. Nutmeg
87. Nutritional Yeast
88. Olive Oil, Extra Virgin
89. Onions
90. Orange
91. Oregano
92. Papaya
93. Paprika
94. Parsley
95. Peach
96. Peas
97. Pecans, raw
98. Peppermint
99. Peppers, any variety
100. Pickles
101. Pineapple
102. Pistachios, raw
103. Plum
104. Pomegranate
105. Potatoes
106. Pumpkin
107. Pumpkin Seeds, raw
108. Radishes
109. Raspberries
110. Romaine Lettuce
111. Rosemary
112. Rutabaga
113. Sage
114. Sauerkraut
115. Scallions
116. Seaweed
117. Sesame Seeds, raw
118. Shallots
119. Spinach
120. Split Peas or Lentils
121. Squash
122. Strawberries
123. Sunflower Seeds, raw
124. Sweet Potatoes
125. Swiss Chard
126. Tangerine
127. Thyme
128. Tomato
129. Turmeric
130. Turnip Greens
131. Walnuts, raw
132. Watercress
133. Watermelon
134. Wheatgrass
135. Winter Squash

Earth's Most Nutritious Smoothie Formula

4 Noble Reasons to Buy from and Donate to Thrift Stores

http://www.domesticabusecouncil.com/thrift-store.htm

The reason most people think of for shopping at thrift stores is to save money on things you need. Also, you can claim the value of any items you donate when you file your taxes. These are great reasons, but there are additional noble reasons to support these stores.

First, most thrift stores support other causes such as feeding families in need, helping them get suitable housing, helping with domestic abuse issues, etc. When you buy from or donate to these thrift stores you are also supporting these causes.

Next, many thrift stores train people in need to improve their job skills and help them prepare to find better jobs. By supporting the thrift stores you are helping these people support their families, improve their skills and confidence, and improve their lives.

Third, thrift stores reduce the waste in the earth by helping us reuse items, decreasing the amount of waste on the earth, as well as decreasing the pollutants and energy used in creating new products. The more you can avoid buying new items, the more you will help keep the earth clean and healthy.

Last, consider all the people who could be blessed by the things taking up space in your home that you don't currently need. Visualize your home without all the clutter, where you know everything you have and right where it is, where even your closets look clean, attractive, and organized. If you can go through all your stuff and only keep what you use, need, or love, then you're home will be a more peaceful place, you'll have more space, your mind will be more clear and at ease, and you will have less things to take care of, clean, store, move, etc.

So go thrifting and donating my friends, and enjoy the peace of mind and joy you feel from supporting great causes, blessing people's lives, keeping the earth healthy, and decluttering your home.

Detox Drink: Lemon, Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar

This drink was posted on Thrive Nutrition for Mind and Body by Janice. The ingredients are super good for you. When I tasted it I was so surprised how yummy it tasted!

Here's how she made it:

"When winter came I no longer wanted cold drinks but I usually drink hot water with fresh lemon juice in the morning (good for the liver). So awhile back I added fresh grated ginger to the lemon– very good! Next I added Bragg’s apple cider vinegar to the fresh grated ginger and fresh lemon juice, in hot water. This is my new favorite drink that I am addicted to! This is also a very healthy drink to consume."

It is good hot or cold! I also like to sweeten it with several drops of liquid stevia.