Is this a fleeting moment in time or is this a real turning point? For once I want to believe that this too SHALL NOT PASS. This too shall build and grow and manifest into real and lasting change. Father I pray for the hearts and the minds of Your children. From day to day Dear Lord I find myself with a heaviness in my chest as I absorb what is going on. I know that You are always in charge and that nothing will happen that You are not on top of. I trust You with my life and with my soul.
In the vastness of space and time I know that change is the only thing that is certain. Change is the one thing we can all count on. From the day we are born we are in a state of
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All is well with my soul as I focus my attention solely on You. I am thankful as I breathe the air You so graciously provide to me each day. How wonderful it is to be Your child. How wonderful it is to know that You are in charge. I am thankful Dear Lord for the blessings You continue to bestow. Father I know that I am in no way worthy of all that You give to me. You give me peace and love. You give me food to nourish my body. You give me all that I need to survive. Your blessings are so much appreciated as You place the right people in my life and in my path each day. I know Father that You are also placing me in the path of others so that I might do Your will in being a blessing as well. Keep my eyes open, Dear Lord, so that I might see those in need.
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I am eternally grateful for the love You continue to bestow upon me. You love me unconditionally with all of my issues and all of my faults. You love me, Father, in spite of myself. I thank You for being with me always. I am comforted by the knowledge that You are with me every moment of my life.
Lord as I navigate this wonderful journey called life I am eternally thankful for the love you continue to surround me with. I am thankful for the love and support of my amazing family. There is nothing I have done or could ever do to earn the blessings You continue to bestow upon me. Father I pray to be a blessing to others as you so generously bless me. You, my Lord are so worthy to be praised.
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Father I pray for peace during these uncertain times. As much as we try to figure it all out, Lord You already know. When I find myself pondering the circumstances of the day I take comfort in the fact that You are in
Father I pray for all of Your children who are feeling pain, frustration and lack. I
constant change.
We are born tiny and wrinkly and grow to be strong. If we are blessed to live long enough, the wrinkles return as we gradually shrink with age. In Your wisdom You have designed us to expect and honor change. By Your desire and design, Dear Lord, we are agents of change. How can we ever lose hope?
I am hopeful and prayerful as I keep the faith, that I may not know what the future holds but I absolutely know who holds the future. The sun rises each day to signal new beginnings. May this be the beginning of the end of the hurt, pain and atrocities inflicted upon Your children, is my prayer. - AMEN
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President Barack Obama Writes Essay On Effecting Real Change After George Floyd’s Killing
As millions of people across the country take to the streets and raise their voices in response to the killing of George Floyd and the ongoing problem of unequal justice, many people have reached out asking how we can sustain momentum to bring about real change.
Ultimately, it’s going to be up to a new generation of activists to shape strategies that best fit the times. But I believe there are some basic lessons to draw from past efforts that are worth remembering.
First, the waves of protests across the country represent a genuine and legitimate frustration over a decades-long failure to reform police practices and the broader criminal justice system in the United States. The overwhelming majority of participants have been peaceful, courageous, responsible, and inspiring. They deserve our respect and support, not condemnation — something that police in cities like Camden and Flint have commendably understood. On the other hand, the small minority of folks who’ve resorted
to violence in various forms, whether out of genuine anger or mere opportunism, are putting innocent people at risk, compounding the destruction of neighborhoods that are often already short on services and investment and detracting from the larger cause. I saw an elderly black woman being interviewed today in tears because the only grocery store in her neighborhood had been trashed. If history is any guide, that store may take years to come back. So let’s not excuse violence, or rationalize it, or participate in it. If we want our criminal justice system, and American society at large, to operate on a higher ethical code, then we have to model that code ourselves.
Second, I’ve heard some suggest that the recurrent problem of racial bias in our criminal justice system proves that only protests and direct action can bring about change, and that voting and participation in electoral politics is a waste of time. I couldn’t disagree more. The point of protest is to raise public awareness, to put a spotlight on injustice, and to make the powers that be uncomfortable; in fact, throughout American
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history, it’s often only been in response to protests and civil disobedience that the political system has even paid attention to marginalized communities. But eventually, aspirations have to be translated into specific laws and institutional practices — and in a democracy, that only happens when we elect government officials who are responsive to our demands.
Moreover, it’s important for us to understand which levels of government have the biggest impact on our criminal justice system and police practices. When we think about politics, a lot of us focus only on the presidency and the federal government. And yes, we should be fighting to make sure that we have a president, a Congress, a U.S. Justice Department, and a federal judiciary that actually recognize the ongoing, corrosive role that racism plays in our society and want to do something about it. But the elected officials who matter most in reforming police departments and the criminal justice system work at the state and local levels.
It’s mayors and county executives that appoint most police chiefs and negotiate collective bargaining agreements with police unions. It’s district attorneys and state’s attorneys that decide whether or not to investigate and ultimately charge those involved in police misconduct. Those are all elected positions. In some places, police review boards with the power to monitor police conduct are elected as well. Unfortunately, voter turnout in these local races is usually pitifully low, especially among young people — which makes no sense given the direct impact these offices have on social justice issues, not to mention the fact that who wins and who loses those seats is often determined by just a few thousand, or even a few hundred, votes.
So the bottom line is this: if we want to bring about real change, then the choice isn’t between protest and politics. We have to do both. We have to mobilize to raise awareness, and we have to organize and cast our ballots to make sure that we elect candidates who will act on reform.
Finally, the more specific we can make demands for criminal justice and police reform, the harder it will be for elected officials to just offer lip service to the cause and then fall back into business as usual once protests have gone away. The content of that reform agenda will be different for various communities. A big city may need one set of reforms; a rural community may need another. Some agencies will require wholesale rehabilitation; others should make minor improvements. Every law enforcement agency should have clear policies, including an independent body that conducts investigations of alleged misconduct. Tailoring reforms for each community will require local activists and organizations to do their research and educate fellow citizens in their community on what strategies work best.
But as a starting point, here’s a report and toolkit developed by the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and based on the work of the Task Force on 21st Century Policing that I formed when I was in the White House. And if you’re interested in taking concrete action, we’ve also created a dedicated site at the Obama Foundation to aggregate and direct you to useful resources and organizations who’ve been fighting the good fight at the local and national levels for years.
I recognize that these past few months have been hard and dispiriting — that the fear, sorrow, uncertainty, and hardship of a pandemic have been compounded by tragic reminders that prejudice and inequality still shape so much of American life. But watching the heightened activism of young people in recent weeks, of every race and every station, makes me hopeful. If, going forward, we can channel our justifiable anger into peaceful, sustained, and effective action, then this moment can be a real turning point in our nation’s long journey to live up to our highest ideals. Let’s get to work.
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The movement was born in 2013, after the man who shot and killed an unarmed black teenager, Trayvon Martin, was cleared of his murder. A Californian activist, Alicia Garza, responded to the jury’s decision on Facebook with a post that ended: “Black people. I love you. I love us. Our lives matter.” The hashtag was born, and continued to grow in prominence with each new incident and protest.
The formal organization that sprung from the protests started with the goal of highlighting the disproportionate number of incidences in which a police officer killed a member of the black community. But it soon gained international recognition, after the death of Michael Brown in Missouri a year later.
Black Lives Matter now describes itself as a “chapterbased national organization working for the validity of black life”. It has developed to include the issues of black women and LGBT communities, undocumented black people and black people with disabilities.
Black Lives Matter’s goal is to encourage empathy for black communities, illustrate lingering institutional oppression, and to work towards policy changes that make everyone safer.
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addressing disparities that plague our community
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In the midst of the murder of George Floyd, the fires rage across the United States of America. The South Florida Black Prosperity Alliance understands the pent-up rage within our community as Black people - men and women - continue to be murdered by those who have decided that it is open season.
“An alliance of Civil Rights, social justice, and business leaders across the Tri-county region came together in response to COVID-19’s disproportionate impact to the Black community. This collective body, the South Florida Black Prosperity Alliance, is gravely concerned about the continued disparities that plague our community and have committed to make demands of our state and Federal elected officials to collaborate with us in addressing these disparities,” says Eric Knowles, President of the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce. “Now, in the midst of COVID-19, once again we find ourselves in another pandemic that continues to linger, and that’s the mistreatment and injustice to Black people. Our community is hurt, angry, and outraged, and have responded accordingly to the brutal murder of George Floyd. And as an Alliance, it is our duty to be a voice for this community and to demand that our elected officials, police chief, and the Governor included sit at the table with us to discuss these issues.
COVID-19 has painted a clear picture. The Black community continues to suffer disproportionately from a health and economic perspective. The Federal government has infused trillions of dollars to ensure the fiscal stability of the U.S., yet Black America still lags behind when it comes to realizing its fair share.
Additionally, the protests across the country is the community’s cry for change, and until this country can publicly discuss and address racial tensions, police brutality, and social injustice, things will never get better.
The South Florida Black Prosperity Alliance is prepared to stand in the gap for this community and to sit at the table with community leaders and discuss viable solutions. We are fed up at the disparities, the injustice, and the blind eye to all of it. We are demanding fair inclusion in procurement opportunities so that more Black businesses get a fair share
of local contracting opportunities. We are demanding a retraining of the entire police department. And in response to COVID-19’s impact, we are demanding that more dollars be allocated to address healthy equity and comorbidities in addition to funding being allocated specifically for Black businesses struggling to survive. The data is clear. Black businesses were left out of PPP funding, and Black businesses will unfortunately bear the brunt of this pandemic.
It was only a matter of time before we would be forced to unite. COVID-19 only exasperated or peeled back the pandemic that has plagued the Black community since 1619. W.E. Du Bois once stated, “The slave went free; stood a brief moment in the sun; then moved back again toward slavery.”
Fast forward to today, the U.S. claims the highest incarceration rate throughout the world with Black Americans making up 37% of the incarcerated population while only making up 13% of the total U.S. population. Nearly 40% of police killings are of unarmed Black men. The pandemic continues. Black children, marginalized by the third grade, and unable to read or comprehend, and are four times less likely to graduate on time, and six times likely to come from low-income families. The pandemic continues.
Food deserts, obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure all have come to the forefront since the COVID-19 pandemic.
For Black businesses, all things remain the same. Black businesses continue to be the last, and when it comes to relief from the federal government, we are barely in the room. The playing field has never been leveled, and now more than ever, we see that it never was meant for us to have a leveled playing field. So the pandemic continues.
The South Florida Black Prosperity Alliance has formed not only to address these continued disparities (and pandemics) faced by the Black community, but to demand that our local, state and federal governments infuse the needed capital and opportunities to address the myriad of disparities we face throughout our communities in South Florida. Until this happens, the community’s outrage will continue to be in response of the people being sick and tired of being sick and tired.
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If you are presently registered to vote in Miami-Dade County you may request a vote-by-mail ballot online. You may also request a ballot by email, fax, phone or mail. If you would like your vote-by-mail ballot sent to an address other than the one on file in the Florida Voter Registration, you must send a signed written request which contains the following information:
• Full name of voter
• Date of birth
• Residence address.
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• Date of the election or elections for which a vote-by-mail ballot is needed
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The deadline to request a vote-by-mail ballot is 5 p.m. on the tenth day before the election. We must receive the vote by mail ballot request by 5 p.m., a postmarked vote-by-mail ballot request is not valid.
VOTING ON ELECTION DAY
If you choose to vote on Election Day, you must go to your assigned voting location, which is determined by your home address. You can find your exact Election Day voting location by checking your voter information. Through that application, you can also read your sample ballot, update your voter information, learn about upcoming elections and more.
Precincts are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Check out the Voter Toolkit to know what information you need to bring with you to vote.
For more information in Miami-Dade County, call 311.
On March 16, 2020, MiamiDade County launched a temporary emergency seniors meals program in an effort to help elderly residents stay safer at home and protect this most vulnerable group from the COVID-19 pandemic. This highly successful life-saving program has delivered more than 5.1 million meals since its inception. Now in its 12th week, the emergency program will begin to wind down, and the Community Action and Human Services Department (CAHSD) will assist seniors in need to continue to receive meals through various state and federal programs.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez said, “One of the first steps I took during the COVID-19 pandemic was to close the senior community centers including the County’s 21 community centers to protect seniors, who are at higher risk of suffering serious health conditions if they get the virus. Those centers provided meals for seniors, so we immediately stepped in to deliver meals to those seniors and to any other senior in our community needing meals to make sure that they remained ‘safer at home’ and healthy.
“Today, I’m happy to report this program has been a tremendous success, and it has saved lives,” Gimenez added. “Now that most of our businesses are operating again under our New Normal rules and we continue to tamp down the virus, we will transition those seniors receiving services from this County-run emergency program to the proper federal and state agencies.”
Currently, the emergency senior meals program is serving 82,412 County residents age 60 and older. Miami-Dade
County has spent about $51 million so far on this emergency measure. “I’m very proud that we were able to provide this life-saving service at a moment’s notice,” said Deputy Mayor Maurice Kemp, who Mayor Gimenez assigned to oversee the creation of the program, which has had as many as 114,000 residents calling the County’s 311 Contact Center seeking meals over the past three months.
Working with the Florida Department of Children and Families, CAHSD will be helping seniors in need to apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and state or federal programs they may need before the emergency meals program ends on July 15, 2020. Miami-Dade County Public Libraries will also have SNAP applications available for residents. They can fill out paper applications or log in using library computers to apply. Residents can also apply online at myflorida.com/accessflorida or by calling 866-762-2237 (TTY 1-800-955-8771).
Residents who are registered in Medicaid Managed LongTerm Care will also be reconnected with their provider to resume any services that may have been dropped.
“Serving the community is at the core of the CAHSD mission, and I am humbled by the ongoing dedication and commitment of our employees to make this endeavor a success,” said Lucia Davis-Raiford, CAHSD director.
Senior community centers will remain closed at this time. However, all residents who were receiving those congregate meals prior to the pandemic will continue to get home delivery through Meals on Wheels or other programs.
With virtual school out for the summer, students can enjoy exciting activities ranging from art and athletics to nature and much more thanks to Miami-Dade County Parks Summer Camp program. Miami-Dade County Parks Summer Camps will be open at the Deering Estate and Miami EcoAdventures locations. General Program Camps and naturebased Camp Owaissa Bauer begin June 15 and will run through August 7, 2020 at locations throughout MiamiDade County.
Due to COVID-19, camps are operating at a reduced capacity, aligned with County and CDC guidelines. Registration for all Miami-Dade County Parksis now open and
will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration and payment are available online only at www.miamidade.gov/ summercamps
General Program Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Early drop-off is available at 7:30 a.m. and late pick-up at 6 p.m. Campers must be dropped off by adult 18 or older before 9 a.m.
For questions about General Program Camps, call 786-3155410. For questions about the Deering Estate Camp, call 305-235-1668, press 9, then dial 233. For questions about Miami EcoAdventures camps, call 305-666-5885.
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I’m a Dietitian with Diabetes. Here Are My 9 Favorite Foods — and What I Make
with Them!
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Written by Mary Ellen Phipps
Raise your hand if you like grocery shopping… anyone? I’m one of those rare people who loves roaming the aisles of the grocery store. This goes back to my childhood when I became very aware of food at an early age.
As a child with type 1 diabetes, I grew up trained by dietitians and educators, so I knew better than others the foods that helped stabilize my blood sugars. That knowledge carried me into adulthood and became my passion.
I entered graduate school to become a dietitian and could carb count blindfolded with my hands tied behind my back (okay, not really, but you get the idea).
But maybe you’re not like me. Maybe your diabetes diagnosis is new, or maybe food and/or the mere thought of the grocery store stresses you out. Don’t worry — if that’s you, you’re definitely not alone.
I hear this from friends and clients all the time. And it’s usually followed by some sort of request to have me grocery shop with them.
So, this is the next best thing! I’m sharing the nine foods I always have on my grocery list, and why they’re my go-tos.
1. Avocados. As a diabetic, I learned a long time ago that fat was my friend. Not only does it help stabilize blood sugars after meals, but it also adds flavor and great texture to dishes. Avoca-
dos are great sliced up on rice crackers or chopped in salads — or try this Avocado Cacao Mousse or these Avocado Banana Cookies for healthier versions of desserts.
2. Organic pasture-raised eggs. I try as best I can (and as our budget allows) to buy animal products that are organic. Organic eggs are at less risk for salmonella due to better living conditions, and one study found that eggs from pasture-raised hens were higher in vitamins A and E as well as omega-3 fatty acids! Try adding a fried egg to high-fiber toast in the morning. A classic “breakfast for dinner” with scrambled eggs is always a hit too.
3. Grass-fed ground beef. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) defines grass-fed animals as those that have been fed only “grass and forage, with the exception of milk consumed prior to weaning.” To be certified, the animals “cannot be fed grain or grain by-products and must have continuous access to pasture during the growing season.”
The diet that a cow eats has a direct impact on the nutrients and fat found in its meat. Grass-fed beef typically has less fat overall and a higher percentage of that fat is anti-inflammatory fat. It also has more antioxidants and greater amounts of conjugated linoleic acid (which may reduce your risk for heart disease and cancer). My absolute favorite way to use ground beef is this Cheesy Beef & Kale Pasta Bake!
4. Cucumbers. When you look at vitamin and mineral content, cucumbers don’t offer much. But they do have a decent amount of fiber and a lot of water, which make them a great way to stay full and satisfied as part of a larger meal. And if you remember your firstever diabetes education appointment, they probably talked to you about “free foods” (foods that don’t require insulin and don’t contain any significant amount of carbohydrates). Well, cucumbers are pretty much the poster child for free foods. They’re great for adding crunch to a salad or sandwich and for dipping into hummus, which leads me to…
5. Hummus. I always tell my clients that to avoid a blood sugar spike or drop, there are three things you need your meal or snack should have: fiber, fat, and protein. And hummus has all three! I like to use it in place of dressing on a salad and as a spread on sandwiches, or just to eat on its own with a spoon for an afternoon energy boost.
6. Fresh or frozen berries. I love all berries, but raspberries and blueberries are my two favorites. In the late spring and summer, I buy them fresh every week, but as fall and winter roll along, I’m always so thankful that frozen berries are so easy to find (and affordable). Berries are a great way to add sweetness without using added sugar. They’re loaded with fiber and antioxidants too. Raspberries have one of the lowest percentage of sugar of any berry. And blueberries are an excellent
source of vitamin K and manganese (which plays a role in bone development and helps our bodies use the nutrients in the foods we eat). Use berries to make your own no-added-sugar jam or homemade “frozen” yogurt.
7. Plain whole-milk yogurt. Both milk and yogurt contain a naturally occurring sugar called lactose. But most dairy products on the market also contain added sugar (and usually quite a lot). Most people are so surprised by just how delicious plain yogurt and fruit can be if paired correctly. As a type 1 diabetic, I am super in tune with how things raise my blood sugars. If I were to eat a container of fat-free yogurt, the carbohydrate (lactose) would get absorbed very quickly, potentially resulting in a blood sugar spike. But if I have whole-milk yogurt, the fat acts as a potential buffer to the blood sugar spike. It also delays the absorption of the carbohydrate, resulting in sustained energy. So, fat not only adds flavor but also keeps you fuller longer and gives you prolonged energy without blood sugar spikes. Try it on toast
or in a yogurt bowl!
8. Whole-grain bread. Hopefully, by now, you’ve caught on that wholegrain bread is better than the refined white bread a lot of us grew up with. Whole-grain bread is made with just that — the whole grain. This means we get to reap the benefits of the antioxidants, fat, and fiber found in the outer layers of the grain that are discarded when making white bread. Whole grains also offer B vitamins, vitamin E, magnesium, iron, and fiber. Try loading up your whole-grain bread with all the goods, like this peaches ‘n’ cream toast.
9. Unsweetened all-natural nut butter. I have a serious obsession with all kinds of nut butter… and that seems to have been passed on to my kids as well. You’ll often find them taking any spoon they can find to the peanut butter jar, and I don’t have a problem with it at all. I always buy nut butters with no added sugar and no added oils, so I know they’re getting a quality source of plant-based protein and fat. And believe it or not, you don’t have to spend
a fortune on fancy all-natural nut butter. You can make your own (like this homemade cashew butter) or buy some affordable store-bought brands. One of my favorite brands is Crazy Richard’s Peanut Butter (they also sell almond and cashew butter).
There are so many other foods I could list too, but these nine are an amazing way to revamp your grocery list. Focus on minimizing added sugars and on not being afraid to add some quality sources of fat to your diet!
Mary Ellen Phipps is the registered dietitian nutritionist behind Milk & Honey Nutrition. She’s also a wife, mom, type 1 diabetic, and recipe developer. Browse her website for yummy diabetes-friendly recipes and helpful nutrition tips. She strives to make healthy eating easy, realistic, and most importantly... fun! She has expertise in family meal planning, corporate wellness, adult weight management, adult diabetes management, and metabolic syndrome. Reach out to her onInstagram.
The Children’s Trust will distribute over 360,000 units of personal protective equipment (PPE) items to youth development and early intervention providers. Among the items to be given out will be adult and children masks, no-touch thermometers, gloves, and gallons of hand sanitizers. The PPE will be based on provider need.
“Every summer provides opportunities to positively direct the energy of our children and youth, but as we approach what could be the most uncertain summer of our lifetimes, the need for safe and productive activities in the upcoming months is more critical than ever. For that to happen, we need to make sure our early intervention and youth development providers have all
the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) they will need in order to keep the children and workforce safer,” said President and CEO, James. R. Haj, of The Children’s Trust. “That’s why the Trust is supporting our partners by suppling the much needed and essential PPE with this distribution event today.”
CEO and President James R. Haj, Chief Policy and Engagement Officer Donovan Lee-Sin and Associate Director of Program Sabine Dulcio of The Children’s Trust, will be on hand for the distribution of PPE. Over 120 service providers of youth development and early intervention programs will pick up the PPE.
The distribution will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Friday, June 5, 2020 Distribution will take place on the First Floor of Parking Garage (UW Children Advocacy Complex) at The Children’s Trust headquarters, 3150 SW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33129.
The Children’s Trust is a dedicated source of revenue established by voter referendum to improve the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade County by making strategic investments in their future. For more information visit www.TheChildrensTrust. org
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3 SUPPLEMENTS YOU SHOULD BE TAKING DAILY
Walking through the health supplements aisle for the first or fiftieth time can be confusing and overwhelming. Even if you eat a healthy diet it can be difficult to get the recommended daily amount of some nutrients. Investing in a strong nutritional foundation supported with quality supplements is part of a preventative medicine plan to stay healthy and vibrant. Following are the top three supplements worth your hard earned dollars for daily support of your health and wellness:
Number 1: A good multivitamin with minerals: The purpose of the multivitamin/multi-mineral supplement is to protect our bodies from everyday wear and tear and to help support our metabolism. Ideally, we are getting much of what we need from food that is varied in its selection of vegetables, grains, beans, nuts and lean meats. When making a multivitamin selec-
tion, look for vitamins A, D, K and E as well as folate and the trace minerals such as zinc, selenium and chromium.
Number 2: Probiotics are another good foundation supplement. Ever heard the saying, ‘Constipation is illegal’? For so many reasons this is true. A good probiotic (emphasis on good) muscles out the bad bacteria and in doing so improves bowel movements and aids in digestion. Look for a probiotic drink, pill or even yogurt high in probiotics. Good gut bacteria can help us lose weight, decrease pain associated with inflammation as well as makes some nutrients and vitamins that we need.
Number 3: A supplement high in omega-3 fatty acids: This includes fish oil, green mussel oil extracts, calamari oils and plant-based sources. Many benefits such as improved heart health,
thinking and memory can be received from eating two serving of fish per week. But for some, taking the supplement is easier and more convenient. Also, studies indicate a decrease in inflammation related to arthritic pain and asthma in some individuals. Store your omega-3 fatty acid supplement in the fridge or freezer to keep them from turning rancid.
Important Tips
Before taking any supplement you should check with your physician. Take all supplements with food to increase absorption and decrease risk of upset stomach. Also, buy from a trusted source.
Remember, the best way to supplement is with food that includes a rainbow selection of vegetables, lean meats and healthy fats.
