Carla Jennings

Eating Tips

Beware of Hydrogenated Fats
Be careful about what you spread on your toast this morning. Many hydrogenated fats (liquid fats injected with hydrogen gas at high temperatures under high pressure to make them solid at room temperature) are heavily promoted as health foods, but scientific findings say otherwise. Common hydrogenated fats include margarine and shortening. The production process converts them into indigestible trans-fatty acids. According to a 1995 study by Dr. Mary G. Ennig, hydrogenated fats have been associated with cancer, atherosclerosis, diabetes, obesity, immune system dysfunction, sterility, birth defects, low birth weight, lactation difficulties, decreased visual acuity, and problems with bones and tendons.

Tip from Dr. Jordan Rubin.

Another spread that's recommended is Smart Balance butter. I use that one for me and my family and
we all enjoy it.

Until next time, stay...

Fit For The Faith Fight!

Carla's Corner

Hello Everyone, wow, it's been over 4 weeks since I last posted.
It's been a very amazing month in my life with my Mom going home to be with Jesus. I'm so thankful for so many things. First for the love of God that I experienced during this time. Secondly the love, patients and compassion shown to me from my husband, our children, the Summit Church family and countless friends. You may be amazed on how healthy that can be. Support helps you to be able to release all the pressure, anxiety and grief that may try to accompany the lost of a loved one. There is a degree of grieving
that can be healthy, however, don't let it control you to the point of dysfunction. I'll admit, I truly miss my Mom. We had such wonderful times together. I've caught myself resently thinking "I need to call Mom to tell her"...then I remembered, "oh I can't". Then I choose to dwell on the wonderful memories.

Another very very healthy thing during the time of a loved one's departing, is knowing who you are in Christ.
Understanding that the greater one lives on the inside. Understanding that, even in tough times I can have joy. Understanding that I'm not as those who have no hope. If you know that the loved one knew Christ and is now dwelling in heaven this brings you joy...and that my friend is healthy!

Well until next week, I'm charging you to....
GET FIT FOR THE FAITH FIGHT!