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Tuesday, March 22, 2011

NATURAL LIVING HABITS

Natural Living Habits
by Harith Salaam-Ron Nicholas, Sr.

 Good health begins in the colon.  The key is fiber in your diet.  Whole grains, fruits and vegetables aren’t just good nutrition, they provide fiber that tones and cleanses the colon.  Regular exercise also helps.  

The fundamental principle of true healing consists of a return to natural habits of living.   Our illnesses are due directly to our rebellion against divine will and law. 
Sickness is not natural.  Health is natural.  When we are sick, something is wrong with the way we think and live and with what we eat and drink.
            
To live a good and healthy life, we must fast and keep our colon clean.  Tips to support proper colon function are:
1.      Drink plenty of good, clean water.
2.      Remember coffee, tea and soft drinks don’t count.
3.      Add plenty of fiber to your diet including whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
4.      Lower the amount of refined starches,sugar and processed foods in your diet.
5.      Exercise regularly, at least 3 times per week for 30 minutes.
6.      Take care of yourself by answering when nature calls, taking time for elimination.
7.      When traveling, try to maintain a normal diet and a regular sleep schedule.
Brother Harith is a Natural Herbalist, Master Gardner. 
Contact him at:  harithsalaam@gmail.com.


Monday, March 21, 2011

Spring Time Planting Motivation

Just in case you need some encouragement to get you started with why you should have a garden this spring...check out Mr. Will Allen, of GROWING POWER!!!  

The work he does is guaranteed to provide you that spark of motivation you are looking for.  

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

One Seed At A Time... Your Food Co-op Takes Off in Georgia!

What an awesome development taking place in one Georgia community...YOUR FOOD Co-OP!  



According to the Mr. Lee Muhammad, the purpose of YOUR Food Co-Op "is to provide the community with fresh fruits and vegetables and other food products for cheaper prices and convenience."    The produce comes from local growers in Georgia.  They also offer fresh fish and other vegetarian products.  Delivery available within a 25 mile radius.  Visit their website to join, order and get more information.

Monday, June 21, 2010

FEATURE ARTICLE by CATHY Johnson

National Women in Agriculture Association's Cathy Johnson
discusses gardening & the role it can play in saving our youth!

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Fresh Fruit and vegetable, reasonable cost, at local garden!

MIMOSA PLACE Garden Spot in Lafayette, LA.


Who knew!  One person can really make a difference. You can pick your own berries (a 1 gallon bucket) for a small donation.  You can purchase vegetable plants, some for as little as a $1.00 and you can purchase excess for pennies on the dollar.  This little spot is one of  Lafayette's best kept secret...maybe not any more.
The owner, so I was told is a retired ULL professor (agriculture science related) and does this as a hobby.  What a hobby.  Anyway, I love it. And once you visit, you will too!

Sunday, May 16, 2010

SPRING 2010


It's Spring and its planting season again!!! So here are some videos and photos to help get you motivated and started. Happy Gardening & Enjoy!

Featured Garden:  Mr. and Mrs. Davis of Lafayette, Louisiana