I read about the top winners in this years Intel International Science and Engineering Fair.
Just the top three winners alone have such inventions that could benefit the world- and I mean
the potential to affect and reach the vast majority of every single person on Earth. The top winners of this fair are ages 18 and 17 and hale from Romania and the United States.
I sure would like to know what other inventions were considered and even from past years what's become of the inventions of past winners.
I sure do like to hear about young minds putting forth effort and energy into thinking. Way too much emphasis and exposure is placed on athletic abilities and outward physical attraction.
In 6th grade I came up with an idea for a solar powered washer and dryer. I don't remember where I put that paper, but I had sketched and detailed how my invention would work for a class project. It was fun designing something new that would help the earth and mankind. About eight years ago I had submitted my idea design for a therapeutic pillow to help relax neck and upper back muscles and keep pressure off the ear. The company, which I will not mention by name, I made my submission to to help me make my design presentable to potential industry buyers and market and sell it, wouldn't 'cha know, was hit with a class action lawsuit. I would've rather chosen my design get patented and marketed rather than the few hundred lawsuit dollars I received. The world of inventions can be a ruthless one if not careful.
Wrapping this up, I do appreciate one's physical abilities to run fast, jump high, throw a ball through
a hoop from thirty feet away and looking at a perfectly symmetrical face, a body with little body fat and a thick head of hair, but in the scope of daily living, how do any of those things really benefit
you and me?
We, collectively, need to really
consider top rewards to those who's inventions help mankind on a daily
basis. I am really proud of all those who win but also each one who submits their entry to an invention fair.
I felt this spice I've read about bears sharing with you. Consuming this spice is documented and studied to have very favorable benefits to you and I. We all know of someone who has dementia or some inflammatory condition, or craves sugar or is needing protection against certain cancers The compound responsible is called curcumin, and it's in turmeric spice. Yes, it's not some expensive pharmaceutic drug, but something natural you can pick up in your grocery store. And it's cheap.
What about that? Cheap in price but huge and effective head to toe for your health- for healing and preventative purposes.
Get the turmeric spice and sprinkle it on with black pepper. I knew there had to be a reason I like curry so much. Now I'm gonna use more yellow-colored Indian spices more than I have been.
An Indian meal flavored with spices rich in curcumin
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TODAY'S ARTICLE
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Dear
Katrina,
Inside your kitchen cabinet there
are probably dozens of spices and herbs you should be using more liberally... and
more often. In fact, these flavor-boosters
don't just make your meals taste better... they can also dramatically increase
the healing power of your foods. Today I'm going to share one of most
powerful superfood spices you should be shaking, blending and stirring into
your meals to supercharge your health.
Turmeric: The Golden Spice for Head to Toe Protection
Turmeric is the spice that gives
curry its distinct yellow color. But the benefits of turmeric extend well
beyond its ability to add a sunny hue and spicy kick to foods, thanks to a powerful
compound called curcumin. Curcumin is a potent antioxidant
and anti-inflammatory agent. Research shows that the effects of this
phytonutrient are comparable to the steroidal and non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (like COX inhibitors) that people take for the pain and
swelling associated with arthritis... but without the serious side-effects. In fact, recent research
published in the journal Arthritis and
Rheumatism found that injections of turmeric almost completely eliminated
joint swelling in rats that were bred to develop rheumatoid arthritis. In
another study of patients with rheumatoid arthritis, curcumin produced comparable
benefits to the prescription phenylbutazone, including shortened duration of
morning stiffness, increased walking time, and reduced joint swelling.
Sprinkle On This Cellular Cancer Shield
But curcumin doesn't just reduce
inflammation and free radical damage in the joints. It guards cells throughout
the body too by preventing the mutations that can lead to cancer as well as
destroying existing cancer cells.
Dr. Bharat Aggarwal of M.D.
Anderson Cancer Center says: "Curcumin acts against transcription
factors, which are like a master switch. Transcription factors regulate all the
genes needed for tumors to form. When we turn them off, we shut down some genes
that are involved in the growth and invasion of cancer cells."
And not only does curcumin turn
OFF the genes that promote cancer, but it also turns ON the genes that boost
your body's most powerful cancer-fighting agent - glutathione.
It's no wonder that curcumin has been
found to be protective against many types of cancer cells, including those of
the prostate, colon, breast, lung and skin.
Guard Your Memory with the Golden Spice
Arguably the most impressive of
turmeric's capabilities lies in its unique ability to defend against dementia. Scientists began investigating
turmeric's effects on the brain because Alzheimer's rates are astoundingly low
in India where curry is consumed frequently. Research published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry
found that curcumin actually helps to break up beta-amyloid plaques that damage the brains of Alzheimer's patients.
Maximizing Turmeric's Power
Because oxidative damage and
inflammation are two key factors in most chronic diseases - from arthritis to Alzheimer's
- researchers believe curcumin is beneficial for a wide range of "age-related"
conditions.
To get the most
inflammation-fighting, cancer-preventive and neuron-protecting power out of turmeric,
be sure to store it in a cool, dark place. And use or replace your supply every
six months. When you do use turmeric, you can increase its power by doing these
two things:
Combine with black pepper (Piper nigrum). A compound in pepper called piperine has been shown to boost turmeric's power by 2,000%!
Enjoy with some oil or healthy fat. Because the active
constituent of curcumin is lipid-soluble, eating it with foods that include fat
will enhance the body's absorption.
Here are some simple and
delicious ways to get the benefits of turmeric in your everyday meals:
Add to scrambled eggs and frittatas
Mix into free-range chicken or egg salad
Make a flavorful curry marinade for your grass-fed beef, free-range
chicken, wild salmon or shrimp
Make an Indian-spiced dressing (try avocado oil, turmeric,
ginger, garlic and pepper) to drizzle over steamed veggies or use with
stir-fries
Turmeric is one of the most
healthful and bioactive foods known to man. Not only will it add flavor to your
cooking, but, quite possibly, years to your life! Stay tuned. In the coming weeks,
I'll be sharing several more superfood spices and healing herbs you should be
using to add fabulous flavor and powerful health benefits to your cooking.
To Staying Healthy... Deliciously!
Kelley Herring
CEO & Editor-in-Chief
Healing Gourmet
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I read this story and it made me very proud of this guy.
Imagine the earnings he took in in one week ?
Imagine the expensive toys, cars, boats, and jewels he once had at his disposal?
Imagine the control and power he used to have on the streets?
Imagine the people working for him; his business; his lifestyle.
All the above was from dealing and selling illegal drugs that people got hooked on and most likely to some degree ruined their lives.
When you serve others, I truly believe it's of the Lord.
There's a lot more to life than material things. Instead, focus on people. Being of service is where
you will discover true happiness.
So reach out, find what a person needs and help them.
I can promise you that you will be happy when you see people appreciating your service.
There's another name for this- it's called love.
And when you give it, it comes back to the giver in a way that touches the heart unlike any amount of money ever can. Priceless.
I salute you Tommy Mickens.
And please, someone ought to find what led this former convict to want to be a help to society.
This needs to be available so all prisoners can personally know there are choices that they can make to keep them out of the legal system, earn them a living and be of help to others.
Slowly, surely, methodically, man has evolved in his of things that were once considered 'wrong' to now being 'fair' and 'within their individual rights' and glamorized by television, celebrities, politicians and professors. One step leads to another and will come another and soon, 'w'e lose what was one reserved as being something sacred you shared with another person (in marriage) meant to be the physical and emotional and spiritual union of a married couple for a stable family unit in society. But now......
Does any one find this disturbing? This the 'intelligence' of man leading him further and further from the wisdom of God?
If this is intelligence, (aren't professors considered to be the most intelligent people in society?), then I think the word intelligent.has a meaning totally different from what I think is intelligence.
My summation- Man is using his 'intelligence' to reason their actions so they can believe their physical wants and needs are 'good' and justified'. This is very different from the intent God gave brains in the first place. Man is exercising his free will to maximum capacity taking giant steps in the direction leading away from God and right into the snare the 'Father of all lies' wants man to fall into. This one deceiving many, this charmingly convincing 'voice' goes by the name of Lucifer and he's the great master at lassoing many an intelligent mind away from the things of God which are holy, good and righteous. This feat can be done because the heart of man prefers sin. Plain and simple. What the heart of man desires, he will find a way, and Lucifer is having a hay day with his work being so easy, to keep man desiring things of ill-repute and believe it's their 'right' to seek and have it to enjoy, so he continues on to want more and more of the same. Is this intelligence at it's best? And more importantly, what's happened to wisdom? Has the pursuit of wisdom been hijacked?
My conclusion- The sidestepping of wisdom in his quest for more and more knowledge has given man a 'weird and ungodly' intelligence. If this continues, man will ultimately destroy himself.
His name finally came to me this morning. Years ago, in the 70's, I had picked up a book from the library and read about 'Pistol Pete'. Peter Maravich was a basketball player and a super good one at that with lightening fast reflexes. I haven't heard his name mentioned in a long time, so I couldn't remember it until a few minutes ago. I believe you will be blessed if you will take 15 minutes to read and hear a little about this man, especially the second video in which you'll see him spin a basketball and then speak to an audience. Be sure to listen. I know you'll be blessed.
I can't think of anything better to leave behind than being remembered as being a follower of Jesus. That alone is greater than all the riches, fame, or notoriety in the universe. For the name of Jesus is above all names. Scroll this list and see that the name of Jesus is above all names.
If you are short on time, at least view the YouTube video of his testimony. (Parts 1-4) It will be the best thing you'll see today. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z31E7rBNx-M
Today, I've just read and learned about Jessica Cox. A fabulous young lady who's a pilot, a piano player, with a black belt in Taekwon-do , and a motivational speaker to boot. And by the way, she has no arms. Born that way.
Watch Jessica do her thing-looks like she's having fun
But her parents taught her to live and live she has. She's an inspiration to us with two arms. For anyone thinking they're deprived or don't have enough to pick themselves up in life, and crying for whatever pathetic reason, they just need to see Jessica and they will be without a leg to stand on with their excuses to not succeed.
What I also get from knowing about Jessica Cox is she faced her fear of flying head-on. Now her 'fear' is called 'fun'. She's my new hero just knowing about her.
I certainly have been motivated this morning just knowing of this young lady. She's a class act and a true hero in my book just because of her bravery about tackling life with seemingly less to start with. She's taught me what makes the difference is perspective, attitude and determination.
And, she's really brought home the point.....the sky's the limit !
So, can YOU trust your heart to always lead you right?
I have 3 questions for YOU to answer for yourself.
1. Can you understand and decipher the message your heart communicates to your brain?
2. Could the heart message actually be your intuition or a gut reaction rather than a heart message?
3. Did the outcome and results of past heart messages always lead you in 'right directions?
I've learned my heart can't 'think' rationally.
Once my heart's been engaged, it's not easy controlling my emotions so I can think and react rationally. For me, my brain needs to be in the pilot seat so I'm not all emotional, then I need
to stop a minute, and calmly evaluate what's happening rationally, and I need to step back
for a 'view from above' to get a better grasp of the situation. I need to get instructions of how
should I proceed so that my Lord is approving and God received the glory.
The emotional creatures we are, we're usually led into relationships by feelings we perceive within our hearts, and by what we see.
When in love, a person gives and shares the very core of their being to another. There's risk in trusting and sharing one's heart to another. In a situation like this, only that person can determine if their heart lead them right or wrong.
Don't misunderstand what I'm saying.
It's not a simple thing to tabulate and formulate all information presented with in every situation required to make a good choice.
I can confidently make the comment that we each want to think
we're making the best choice(s) when we listen to our hearts for guidance in the right direction.
If you want to trust our heart to always lead you right, I think it boils down to these two things.
What is the condition of the heart? And, what's the heart truly being influencing or lead by?
He gives to us his Living Word for what's good for us and teaching that it's the heart of man that causes us to sin against Him and his holiness and righteousness. We need a Savior.
Evil is going against the holiness of God, and that which comes forth from within a person's heart
is what defiles a person.
A heart with unforgiven sin in it isn't capable to be trusted.
The heart of Jesus ought to be our guide and model for the condition of our hearts instead of depending upon our heart for guidance into fulfilling or satisfying fleshly desires or habits that are unhealthy and/or aren't in accordance with God's desire for your well-being.
And by well-being, I'm referring to your body, spirit, heart and soul.
Bible scripture, Mark 7:21 tells it's from a person's heart where all sorts of evil thoughts come forth.
Yes, a heart can be filled with evil rather than love, tenderness, mercy, and forgiveness.
It's interesting that the source of evil thoughts comes from within the heart.
For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft/stealing, lying, and slander (Matthew 15:19)
Evil thoughts and deeds can be subtle and discreet, not necessarily out-and-out super evil.
In our society today, sexual immorality isn't looked upon or considered a sinful act.
Has God changed his position on what's evil?
If He doesn't like evil, there's reason it's harmful and not good for us.
If the heart is ruled by sin, it's hardened against trusting in God the Father and God the Son, so it's very, very susceptible of being influenced by the one whom I refer to as the Father of all things evil, dark, corrupt, and bad.
The heart can't be trusted to anything but what's in it.
(I'm factoring in what may be right for one person isn't necessarily right for another because
folks have different individual desires, wants and needs). What's important is do the desires and choices fall inside or outside the boundary of sin.
So, with the ever present sinful nature and humanly imperfections always in play,
only you can answer the question, 'can you always trust your heart to lead you right?' If your heart is leading you to trust it to the Lord, your heart IS leading you right. You can trust, believe and have faith that the Lord loves you unconditionally, and is forever faithful and true to you, and without question or fail has your best interest at heart. He's proven and demonstrated his love for you by sacrificing his life so that you may have life and peace with God the Father. The heart of Jesus is filled with more love for you than you can ever imagine, now and forever.
Video-Celine Dion singing, "Because you loved Me"
And this song about being loved, 'All the Way'-
The initial and always 'right' choice is to humbly, willingly and faithfully choose to invite Jesus into your heart.
This changes the condition of your heart into a beautiful, regenerated heart so it can be lead by the Holy Spirit to be influenced into godliness and righteousness.
A heart obeying the lead of the Holy Spirit is the only way and time a heart can be trusted.
So, can you always trust your heart?
I think first you should ask yourself what's the condition of your heart, and, what or who is your heart being influenced and lead by?
Turmeric: The Golden Spice for Head to Toe Protection 
