Jesus Ate Fish Explaination

The answer would be:  "Yes, it is true that Jesus ate fish when He was here upon earth.....however, would He do the same today?  Fish are contaminated with mercury, aluminum & toxic waste from industrial/chemical/sewage pollution of our waters.  Eating meat was not a sin....never has been, as long as the fat and the blood are removed.  However, the eating of it and the eggs and dairy products as well is just not a healthy choice....especially with all the disease in the animal kingdom, ie. mad cow, and then there's the growth hormones, antibiotics they shoot in them, etc. 

Also, it is clear that God is trying to lead His people back to the original diet that He gave them at Creation as stated in Gen. 1:29."  I suggest reading Isaiah 65 and 66 where it mentions God's condemnation of those that eat swine's flesh and other unclean things.  (Isaiah 65:1-5) and also that those who eat swine's flesh and other unclean things will be destroyed by Him at His second coming (Isaiah 66:15-17).  Then, in Isaiah 65:17-25 a description of the new heavens and the new earth is given.....and it says in Isaiah 65:25 that the animals will not hurt or destroy one another any more.....it denotes also a change in their diet.  Well, if there is change in their diet how much more in ours.  Then read what God says in Ezekiel 47:12 and Rev. 22:2.  That is a description of what our food will be in heaven and the new earth.  We will be eating from the tree of life (fruit)....there will be no flesh eating!  

The only reason God allowed the eating of meat in the first place was because of the flood.....all the vegetation had been destroyed and it took some time for the earth to be replenished.  The eating of flesh foods was given as a temporary measure until the vegetation could grow back again.  God never meant for man to subsist on a flesh diet indefinitely, but God's people got hooked on it....probably because many were possibly disobeying and eating the blood & fat as well!!  And, even though God allowed the eating of meat til the vegetation grew back, He still gave restrictions.....no fat, no blood, and no unclean animals to be eaten.  See Lev. 3:17 because it mentions both the fat and the blood in the same text.   Also Lev. 7:23-24 (no fat) and Lev. 17:10-14 & Act 15:20 (no blood); then a list of all the unclean beasts, fish, fowl, reptiles, creeping things, etc. that are not to be eaten are given in Lev. 11 and Deut. 14.  God calls these creatures an "abomination" unto us.  And, then there is the scripture in I Cor. 3:16,17.

Remember the wilderness experience of the Israelites....where they wandered in the wilderness for 40 years before entering Canaan, the Promised Land.  God rained down manna for them to eat every day (and a double portion on Friday, as they were not permitted to gather it on Sabbath).  If flesh food was the best food, don't you think that is what God would have provided for them?  But, He didn't.  And, then they murmured and complained & were not satisfied with what God had provided.  They had gotten used to the "flesh pots" of Egypt and were hollering for their meat!!  So, God gave them what they were hollering for....he rained down quail for them to eat.  In fact, it says that God told them He wasn't going to give it to them for just one day, two days or five days.....but He would give it to them for a whole month "until it come out at your nostrils, and it be loathsome unto you."  And, the scriptures also say that God 's wrath was kindled against them (for their murmuring & discontent) and He smote them with a very great plague!! The scripture states that they died with that stuff between their teeth!!!  Read the entire chapters of Exodus 16 and Numbers 11 and you will get the picture very clearly.  See also Psalms 78:25 - 31.  Actually, the whole chapter of Psalms 78 gives a clear picture of God's patience, and Israel's continual sin, discontent, and rebellion.  When you read these 3 chapters in context, it is clear that God's wrath and the plague that followed were due to their murmuring about what they were being provided as food.

After the flood the people ate largely of animal food. God saw that the ways of man were corrupt, and that he was disposed to exalt himself proudly against his Creator and to follow the inclinations of his own heart. And He permitted that long-lived race to eat animal food to shorten their sinful lives. Soon after the flood the race began to rapidly decrease in size, and in length of years. CD 373

The life span was drastically shortened after the flood when man was permitted to eat meat. Genesis 11:10-32, 25:7, 35:28, 47:28, and 50:2

‎13 Brain Foods

Here are 13 foods to boost your brain and memory.

1. Almonds-- increase blood flow to the brain

2. Blueberries - improve learning and motor skills

3. Walnuts -- high in omega 3

4. Brussels sprouts -- has tryptophan which converts to seroten in brain health

5. Broccoli -- assists in brain functioning

6. Cauliflower -- assists in cleansing white matter in brain

7. Ginger - anti inflammatory

8. Apples - power food for mind, body, & emotions

9. Watermelon- targets brain function

10. Cabbage - help in lowering risk of brain, lung & prostate cancer

11. Lettuce - helps increase blood flow to the brain

12. Rockmelon - supports the brain

13. Pine Nuts -- stimulate brain activity

Taken from: True Health and Healing

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HEALTH NEWS ~ DECEMBER

Happy Holidays everyone! Christmas is almost here, so here is a great recipe to try out on all the holiday parties you may be going to or having at your home.

Cranberry Grape Salad

1 pkg. whole fresh cranberries
1 ¼ c. pineapple juice (save from can of pineapple and add more, or use water to make up the difference).

Cook gently until the skin breaks....add ½ - ¾ c. honey and ½ c. Kojel and cook on low for 3 minutes. Blend all in blender until smooth. Let cool while preparing the following:

1 c. red grapes halved or quartered
1 c. diced canned pineapple (drained)
½ c. walnuts or pecans (optional)

Mix well and pour into mold and chill until set. Very good alone or with homemade whip cream (see April's newsletter) on top or with toast.

It is very easy to overeat with all the holidays, so I wanted to share some things with you regarding that and how it affects our body.

“Those who place so much food upon the stomach, and thus load down nature, could not appreciate the truth should they hear it dwelt upon.” CH 158

“What influence does overeating have upon the stomach? It becomes debilitated, the digestive organs are weakened, and disease, with all its train of evils, is brought on as the result.”  CH 159

The word of God places the sin of gluttony in the same catalogue with drunkenness. Even if the food we are eating is healthy, we should quit when we are full….even if we haven’t yet tasted several dishes on the table.
“The extra food burdens the system  and produces morbid, feverish conditions” we are told in CDF 134.

“Sometimes the result of overeating is felt at once. In other cases there is no sensation of pain; but the digestive organs lose their vital force, and the foundation of physical strength is undermined. The surplus food burdens the system, and produces morbid, feverish conditions. It calls an undue amount of blood to the stomach, causing the limbs and extremities to chill quickly. It lays a heavy tax on the digestive organs, and when these organs have accomplished their task, there is a feeling of faintness or languor. Some who are continually overeating call this all gone feeling hunger; but it is caused by the overworked condition of the digestive organs.”  CDF 134

A few more quotes on overeating: I know I am guilty of this and need these quotes for myself too.  Pray much and let God lead and guide us at the table.

“And what influence does overeating have upon the stomach? It becomes debilitated, the digestive organs are weakened, and disease, with all its train of evils, is brought on as the result. If persons were diseased before, they thus increase the difficulties upon them, and lessen their vitality every day they live. They call their vital powers into unnecessary action to take care of the food that they place in their stomachs. What a terrible condition is this to be in!”   CD 135

“The Lord has instructed me that as a general rule, we place too much food in the stomach. Many make themselves uncomfortable by overeating, and sickness is often the result. The Lord did not bring this punishment on them. They brought it on themselves; and God desires them to realize that pain is the result of transgression.” CD 136

“Nearly all the members of the human family eat more than the system requires. This excess decays and becomes a putrid mass. . . . If more food, even of a simple quality, is placed in the stomach than the living machinery requires, this surplus becomes a burden. The system makes desperate efforts to dispose of it, and this extra work causes a tired, weary feeling. Some who are continually eating call this all-gone feeling hunger, but it is caused by the overworked condition of the digestive organs.” CD 132

The injunction of Christ is, “Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.” Matt 5:48. Here He shows us that we may be as perfect in our sphere as God is in His sphere.

Wow those are some powerful quotes and really tells it like it is. Let’s glorify and honor God by treating our bodies as He would have us to. I pray none of us will overeat this holiday season.  

May you all have a very blessed Christmas; and please REMEMBER Jesus is the reason for the Season.

Renee Bushor

10 Reasons Why You Should Drink Warm Lemon Water in the Morning

Instead of getting a cup of coffee, why not replace it with a warm water lemon drink!? Below are the good factors to consider.

1. Boosts your immune system: Lemons are high in vitamin C, which is great for fighting colds. They’re high in potassium, which stimulates brain and nerve function. Potassium also helps control blood pressure.

2. Balances pH: Drink lemon water everyday and you’ll reduce your body’s overall acidity. Lemon is one of the most alkaline foods around. Yes, lemon has citric acid but it does not create acidity in the body once metabolized.

3. Helps with weight loss: Lemons are high in pectin fiber, which helps fight hunger cravings. It also has been shown that people who maintain a more alkaline diet lose weight faster.

4. Aids digestion: Lemon juice helps flush out unwanted materials. It encourages the liver to produce bile which is an acid that required for digestion. Efficient digestion reduces heartburn and constipation.

5. Is a diuretic: Lemons increase the rate of urination in the body, which helps purify it. Toxins are, therefore, released at a faster rate which helps keep your urinary tract healthy.

6. Clears skin: The vitamin C component helps decrease wrinkles and blemishes. Lemon water purges toxins from the blood which helps keep skin clear as well. It can actually be applied directly to scars to help reduce their appearance.

7. Freshens breath: Not only this, but it can help relieve tooth pain and gingivitis. The citric acid can erode tooth enamel, so you should monitor this.

8. Relieves respiratory problems: Warm lemon water helps get rid of chest infections and halt those pesky coughs. It’s thought to be helpful to people with asthma and allergies too.

9. Keeps you zen: Vitamin C is one of the first things depleted when you subject your mind and body to stress. As mentioned previously, lemons are chock full of vitamin C.

10. Helps kick the coffee habit: After taking a glass of warm lemon water, most people suggests of less craving for coffee in the morning.

Why it has to be warm water not cold? Cold water likely provides a shock or stress factor to the body. It takes energy for your body to process cold water.

The recipe is really simple - a cup of warm water (not hot) and the juice from half of a lemon.

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Alkalizing Health Benefits of Celery!

Celery has always been associated with the lowering of blood pressure. When combined with other alkalizing green juices, it provides different formula that helps other acidic conditions.

Recent studies have shown that celery might also be effective in combating the acids that cause cancer.

Some of the alkalizing health benefits of celery juice:

Acidity: The important minerals in this magical juice effectively balance the body's blood pH, neutralizing acidity.

Athletes: Celery juice acts as the perfect post-workout tonic as it replaces lost electrolytes and rehydrates the body with its rich alkalizing minerals.

Cancer: Celery is known to contain at least eight families of anti-cancer or anti-acid compounds. Among them are the acetylenics that have been shown to stop the growth of tumor cells. Phenolic which block the action of prostaglandins that encourage the growth of tumor cells. And coumarins which help buffers dietary and metabolic acids from damaging cells.

Cholesterol: This humble pale juice has been shown to effectively and significantly lower total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol by lowering dietary and metabolic acids.

Colon and stomach cancer: The phytochemical coumarins prevent the formation and development of the colon and stomach cancers.

Constipation: The natural laxative effect of celery helps to relieve constipation. It also helps relax nerves that have been overworked by man-made laxatives.

Cooling: During dry and hot weather, drink a glass of celery juice two or three times a day, between meals. It wonderfully helps to normalize body temperature by reducing dietary and metabolic acids.

Diuretic: The potassium and sodium in celery juice helps to regulate body fluid and stimulate urine production, making it an important help to rid the body of excess acidic fluid.

Inflammation: The polyacetylene in celery is an amazing relief for all the acids that cause inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, asthma, and bronchitis.

Kidney function: Celery promotes healthy and normal kidney function by aiding elimination of acidic toxins from the body. While eliminating acidic toxins, it also prevents formation of kidney stones.

Lower blood pressure: Drinking celery juice every day for a week significantly helps lower blood pressure by lowering dietary and metabolic acids. A compound called phtalides help relax the muscle around arteries, dilating the vessels and allowing blood to flow normally. To be effective, drink the juice for one week, stop for three weeks, and start over.

Nervous system: The organic alkaline minerals in celery juice has a calming effect on the nervous system, making it a wonderful drink for insomniacs.

Weight loss: Drink celery juice frequently throughout the day. It helps curb your cravings for sweets and rich food.

Urinary stones, breaking of: The diuretic effect of celery juice also aids the breaking and elimination of acidic urinary and gallbladder stones.

You can expect many more healing benefits from celery juice as you consume its natural alkalizing sodium.

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Danger: The High Protein Diet

You've probably heard about the sudden deaths of those who have gone on a high-protein, low-carbohydrate liquid diet to lose weight. These deaths are caused by irregular heart rhythms resulting from severe nutritional imbalances. But while these deaths are dramatic, there are many other chronic, disabling disorders that come from a high-protein diet. In fact, a high-protein diet is toxic to the body! This diet taxes your liver, breaks down your body's own protein tissues, triggers a loss of calcium from your bones, and leaves behind toxic residues. Before your body manages to eliminate these residues, it is often damaged, becoming more susceptible to a variety of diseases including cancer and arthritis.

A high-protein diet also causes excessive calcium loss through the urine. People on a high-protein diet need large amounts of calcium to make up for the losses. With an extremely high-protein diet (140 grams a day), researchers found it was impossible to maintain calcium balance-regardless of how much extra calcium one
ingested!

Too much protein causes harmful amounts of ammonia to accumulate in the body, and ammonia has been shown to slow the growth of cells in a cell culture. It seems clear that ammonia will slow the growth of normal cells, but hardly affects the growth of cancer cells - apparently giving the cancer cells an advantage!

For the elderly, a high-protein diet is particularly detrimental since they may easily lose bone matrix, resulting in osteoporosis, or thinning of the bones. Then, too, there's the loss of calcium, iron, zinc, and phosphorus through the urine during a high protein diet and we know that zinc is needed to balance other minerals in the
blood.

 In a completely primitive society, an individual receives about 1 0 percent of their calories from protein, about 10 percent from fat, and about 80 percent from complex (unrefined) carbohydrates. Studies indicate this kind of diet is the easiest for the human body to handle, since both fats and proteins are far more difficult to metabolize than carbohydrates.

Almost 1 00 percent of carbohydrates can be converted to energy during digestion, so they represent the least "expensive" form of body fuel, leaving the smallest amount of waste product. Protein, on the other hand, is an "expensive" fuel, since only 58 percent is avail- able for "burning:' leaving much waste material for your body to dispose. Fats are even more difficult, since only 10 percent can be converted into fuel. So, since the production of heat, the performance of work, and the forerunners for many other nutrients are obtained from carbohydrates, it is plain that they should represent the major portion of food eaten.

Many people have a fear of eating carbohydrates, thinking they will cause weight gain. This is a misconception. It's fats and proteins that stimulate one to become overweight, rather than unrefined carbohydrates. Eating high-carbohydrate foods will not cause you to become overweight unless you eat high-fat and high-protein sauces, gravies, and other foods with them. In fact, if you use a high-carbohydrate diet from natural sources, it is highly unlikely that you will become overweight.

Refined carbohydrates are absorbed rapidly into the blood stream and put a strain on the pancreas, liver, stomach, and other digestive organs, often resulting in imbalanced blood biochemistry. Generally speaking, all refined or concentrated foods should be taken quite sparingly.

The best diet is a very simple one consisting of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Apart from these three food groups, all other foods should be used sparingly. Some nutrients, like salt, should also be used sparingly, and oils should be severely restricted, as they may cause an increased susceptibility to cancer and heart disease. No added protein should be used, and very high protein foods-such as animal products-should be used very sparingly.

Enjoy the foods God gives us - in their natural form. Your body will thank you!!!

Taken from Dr. Agatha Thrash - Dr. Agatha Thrash confounded Uchee Pines Institute with her husband Dr. Calvin Thrash. Together they wrote a book entitled Diabetes and the Hypoglycemic Syndrome, which can be ordered online at ucheepines.org