All posts by M. Terry
Move #1 in the Path to Better Health
Posted by M. Terry on January 2, 2014
https://wholetothecore.com/2014/01/02/move-1-in-the-path-to-better-health/
Here’s to a New Year!
Posted by M. Terry on December 31, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/31/heres-to-a-new-year/
Today is Your Januray 1st.
‘Tis the season for that post-Christmas, over-indulgence “hang over”. You’ve had a day to recover and now is a great time to start anew! Don’t wait until January 1 to make changes for your health. Here are some easy steps to take to start today:
- Throw out leftovers … candy, cookies, and the rich, Christmas meal leftovers.
- Enjoy moving! Exercise by doing an activity that you love and look forward to.
- Drink lots of water or green tea.
- Load up on fresh, seasonal vegetables and fruits like oranges, pears, broccoli, greens, and squash.
- Eat from a smaller plate – you place less on your plate AND your eyes see a full plate making your brain perceive that you will be satisfied with the meal.
- Slow down…in both your schedule and your eating. The needed rest will drop cortisol levels (which can cause weight gain) and you can sit down and enjoy a meal rather than rushing through it and not knowing what and how much you just ate.
- Learn that it’s okay to say “No thank you.” You can politely decline foods that are offered to you that don’t fit into your meal plan.
- If you falter, start again with your next meal- not on the next day!
Posted by M. Terry on December 27, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/27/today-is-your-januray-1st/
Born to Die
For this reason Jesus had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people.
Hebrews 2:17
May you and your family have a Merry Christmas and a New Year dedicated to living for and serving Jesus!
Posted by M. Terry on December 25, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/25/born-to-die/
Dried Herbs on Evergreen Boughs
Looking for a way to continue to enjoy your dying Christmas tree? Try using it as a drying rack for your fresh herbs. I simply pulled (or touched at this point!) off some of the tree’s needles. I cut fresh basil, rosemary, and mint and tied them with yarn to the tree limb. I started them off by my kitchen window (as seen in this picture), but then read where the moist and aromatic air of the kitchen is not the ideal place for them and neither is the sunlight. So find a place that lacks sunlight and has dry air, hang your herbs there, and enjoy the drying process (1-4 weeks) and the last of your Christmas tree! Use your herbs in your favorite dishes or in a decorative fashion.
Posted by M. Terry on December 24, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/24/dried-herbs-on-evergreen-boughs/
The Christ Candle – Celebrating the Advent of God in the Flesh
On this Christmas Eve Day, may we focus on God’s gift to us- Jesus Christ. May you and your family have a blessed Christmas, and may the love of Jesus fill your heart throughout the new year!
John 1:1-14
The Word Became Flesh
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning.
Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, but the darkness has not understood it.
There came a man who was sent from God; his name was John. He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all men might believe. He himself was not the light; he came only as a witness to the light. The true light that gives light to every man was coming into the world.
He was in the world, and though the world was made through him, the world did not recognize him. He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— 13children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God.
The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.
Posted by M. Terry on December 24, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/24/the-christ-candle-celebrating-the-advent-of-god-in-the-flesh/
Lemon “Poppy” Seed Scones
My oldest daughter decided that we should have a Christmas tea party. Therefore, we did. My mom hosted this tea party on Saturday and it was requested that I make lemon poppy seed scones. I used my orange date scone recipe as my base and decided to replace the poppy seeds with chia seeds- always looking for a way to add a healthy twist! Here is the recipe that left little remaining on the serving plate:
Lemon “Poppy” Seed Scones
1 cup organic whole-wheat flour
1 cup Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-free flour mix
1/4 cup organic coconut sugar
1/4 cup local honey
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chia seeds
6 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil
1 large egg, slightly beaten
1/2 cup almond milk
Zest and juice of one lemon
1. In a large bowl, combine flours, sugar, salt, shia seeds and baking powder. Stir until mixed. In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut oil and honey. Add to flour mixture. In that medium bowl, mix egg, milk, and lemon juice and zest. Add into flour mixture. Gently stir just until combined and dough forms a large ball.
2. Preheat oven to 350°. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured baking sheet. With floured hands, pat dough into an 8-inch round, about 1 1/2 inches thick. Cut round into eight pie-shaped wedges. Bake until lightly browned around the edges, about 20 minutes. Cool on a baking rack. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over warm scones if desired.
Posted by M. Terry on December 23, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/23/lemon-poppy-seed-scones/
Celebrating Advent – The Angel’s Candle
Today we celebrate the last Sunday of Advent. This week’s candle is called the Angel Candle and it represents the love which God shared with the world when He sent His Son, Jesus!
8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”
13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven,
and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
Luke 2:8-14
Just as the angels shared the Good News of the birth of Christ, we are also commanded to go and tell. May we spread the true Gospel through our words, actions, and attitudes, loving each other just as Christ loved us and gave himself for us!
Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
Matthew 28:18-20
Posted by M. Terry on December 22, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/22/celebrating-advent-the-angels-candle-2/
The Fat Cell Cycle – Know It to Stop It
I love this explanation of the vicious cycle of obesity. Dr. Scott Isaacs is an endocrinologist and weight loss specialist out of Atlanta, GA. You can ‘like’ him on Facebook to receive his frequent tidbits. This particular article was published in Publix’s Family Style Magazine, so pick one up to read the full article. I love finding these educational treasures! Take a few moments to read this article about the correlation between inflammation and disease…very eye-opening!
Posted by M. Terry on December 13, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/13/the-fat-cell-cycle-know-it-to-stop-it/
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree! How Healthy Are Your Branches!
This was my oldest daughter’s creation last week. An edible Christmas tree…creative and healthy!
Posted by M. Terry on December 9, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/12/09/oh-christmas-tree-oh-christmas-tree-how-healthy-are-your-branches/
Proverbs 31 Devotionals
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