According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal problems in the U.S., affecting about 42 million people. Although, there are several causes, today we will discuss poor dentition. Dentition is the arrangement or condition of the teeth in a particular species or individual. Poor dentition can contribute to constipation and other digestive issues through impaired chewing.

In addition to constipation, I want to mention other issues that poor dentition may affect:

Help, what can we do? First, see a dentist. Address missing teeth by exploring options like implants or dentures to restore your chewing function. Also, improve your diet and hygiene. Focus on a fiber-rich diet and maintain good oral hygiene. And finally, if you experience chronic digestive issues, consult a healthcare provider. It is very important to address the issue holistically by considering both oral and digestive health.

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The mouth is the only part of the gastrointestinal tract that we have a say over.  In other words, we can control what we do and how we do it in regards to our mouth. So let’s discuss those 5 actions…

Listeners, when you know better, you do better! Please consider the 5 actions as mentioned above while eating.  A healthy meal, not overloading your plate, chewing your food thoroughly, giving your food time to digest and eating in a pleasant environment are all very crucial factors to a healthy gut. In 1 Cor 6:19 the apostle Paul tells us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit and therefore to glorify God with our physical bodies. 

Today, we want to continue discussion by focusing on nutrition, herbs or actions that may be helpful or harmful to the most important muscle in our body, the heart. While all muscles play vital roles, the heart is essential for life, pumping blood and oxygen throughout the body. Let’s consider Prov 4:23 NIV says Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do, flows from it. And just as the heart is the core of the person spiritually, physically it is also the center keeping us alive!

So let’s begin with some helpful nutrition, herbs or actions:

Now, for the harmful nutrition, herbs or actions

The great and first commandment says love the Lord, your God, with all your heart and soul and mind. And I believe we are to give this our all!  Now, we can say that loving something with all our heart, can mean loving with our deepest affections, our entire being, our thoughts, and our physical resources.  And, as far as this podcast goes, which is named, love it with all your heart, the “it” in the title is the HEART!

The heart is a muscle, therefore it can be strengthened, just like any other muscle; on another note, this muscle can be weakened as well if we do not take care of it. The blood, which carries water, nutrients, and oxygen to every cell in the body, is pumped by the heart. The “highway” in which the blood travels throughout the body, are the blood vessels.

Heart disease is the number one killer in the world today. Why is this? I believe it is because of our ignorance of the cause. Hosea 4:6 says we are destroyed by the lack of knowledge.  Listeners, if we can get a better understanding how the heart, blood and blood vessels function in the body, we will gain knowledge on how to give them the optimum conditions to prevent and conquer heart disease. Prov 14:6b says that knowledge is easy to him that understands.

Listeners, a healthy heart to a body is like a new engine to an automobile! Just as we educate ourselves on what Octane of fuel to put in our automobiles so that it may run properly; we must educate ourselves on what foods/herbs/supplements are best for the heart & what foods etc. to avoid!

This podcast is a brief discussion on some natural ways that may be used for respiratory relief. There are some herbs that have a cleansing and toning effect on the respiratory (bronchial) system. They may be taken as a tea, swallowed as pills, used as aromatherapy or bought from an herbalist in high potency tincture form, making them easy to take. We will discuss 5.

The respiratory system brings O2 into the body and removes CO2. It includes the lungs, airways of the nose, throat & trachea, and the diaphragm, facilitating gas exchange. Without the proper functioning of the respiratory system, one would experience health complications and ultimately death.

This title of this episode is Respiratory B&M; But what is B&M? Well in this session, B&M will stand for breath & mucus!

The Bible often references breath and/or breathing as symbols of life and divine presence. God is the source of breath and life for all living things. In Genesis 2:7, God breathes life into Adam, in Ezekiel 37:5, God promises to breathe life into dry bones and in Acts 17:25 Paul explains that God is self-sufficient and gives to all mankind life and breath and everything." Every one of these scriptures mentions God breathing life into or giving life and breath to.  God breathes life into us; therefore, breath is necessary.   

Ears & Eyes are paired organs located on our head. The ears are symmetrical on each side of the head and they are organs of hearing and balance. The Eyes are paired organs at the top and front side of our head and are sensory organs that allow us to see. Hearing and seeing are 2 actions that a lot of us take for granted. Many do not value having ears/eyes until one or both malfunctions.  Consider the blind and the deaf…think about it. Without eyes, we cannot see the beauty of creation, the food that we eat, or our family and friends. And without ears, we cannot hear others talking, the sound of the rain, or the birds singing in the early morning as the sun rises.

As we walk with Christ, we develop and heighten our spiritual ears and eyes. We hear scripture and receive revelation knowledge, rather than human reason. Our spiritual eyes can see what the natural eye cannot; on the same note, our spiritual ears, hear what the natural ear cannot.

The slang phrase, “It’s a headache,” means that something is an annoyance. Today we want to discuss that annoyance or bothersome nagging feeling of (pause), a headache!A headache is defined as pain or discomfort in the head or face area. Headaches are pretty common for many people; In addition, they are categorized into 2 main types:

The causes of primary headaches are often linked to brain chemistry, genetics and triggers like stress, lack of sleep, foods or hormonal changes.

The causes of secondary headaches are the underlying condition itself such as infection or other medical disorders

Having a headache is a distraction and can be so much of a distraction that you forget that we can go to God in prayer. In lieu of medication, depending on the cause of the headache, you can take some deep breaths in and exhalations out.  Deep breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for helping to lower heart rate and blood pressure. It also increases oxygen intake, which can improve mood, focus, and even pain management, according to some studies. 

The organ inside the head that controls all body functions of a human being, is made up of billions of nerve cells, and is protected by the cranium, is the brain.

Just as the engine is the main component that powers and controls the movement and function of an automobile, the brain, is the central processing unit of the human body that directs nearly all of its operations, thoughts and actions.  Today I want to briefly discuss different aspects of its function and health & compare this complex organ with an automobile

Complexity: Modern car engines are complex machines with many interconnected parts working in harmony. The human brain is probably the most complex known structure in the universe; it is composed of billions of neurons and trillions of connections.

Performance: the performance of an automobile depends on the health and efficiency of its engine; Similarly, our cognitive abilities, physical coordination and overall, well being are dependent on the healthy functioning of our brain.

Maintenance: Just as a car engine needs regular maintenance, like oil changes & tune-ups, to run well, the brain benefits from maintenance through good nutrition, sleep, mental stimulation and stress management.

Damage Impact: Damage to the engine can severely impair or completely stop a car from functioning.  In a like manner, damage to the brain from injury, stroke or disease, can have profound and often devastating effects on a person’s abilities and life.

Now why is she using an automobile as a comparison? Well think about it, it would be very difficult to function without a car or not have the ability to be able to call an uber/lyft to assist you.  While no analogy is perfect, the brain compared with the engine of a car does convey its crucial role as the powerhouse and command center of the human body.