Sometimes we don't understand why some people can abuse their bodies and yet never seem to have a problem with their health.  I remember someone said that they didn't put much stock in this whole health thing because his uncle smoked and drank but lived to be 91 years old.  People are all different; some appear to be able to do this while others who have inherited weakness can't.  There are many elements - both physical and spiritual - which go into making us who we are physically.   Did you ever ask yourself why the Lord would make a creation like humans and not give us a way to keep ourselves healthy?  Well, He did!  Everything we need is in nature to use; we just need to learn about it.   I learned a lot from my mother.  She would start early in the morning with two 5-gallon buckets and gather greens from many different kinds of plants.  She would be back by noon with both buckets full.  Then for supper, there in the middle of the table, sat a big pot of steaming greens.  It looked a lot like spinach.  We didn't know at the time what a treat our little bodies were getting.   There are so many greens.  This time we'll talk about spinach, originally from Asia and eastern Europe but now grown everywhere.   Spinach is a great source of protein - more than other leafy vegetables.  It stimulates the peristaltic wave in the intestines, keeping you regular, as well as combatting anemia and fatigue.  Spinach and carrots juiced together stimulate the liver and lymph glands.     ___________________________________   Beauty tip:   Soak several cotton balls in spinach juice; rub on wrinkled areas of face.  Do this for 5 minutes.  Rince.  Rub on persimmon or pomegranate juice, using the same technique.  This will help tighten skin.   __________________________________   Psalm 19:7-11  "The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul.  The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy and making wise the simple.  The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart.  The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight to life.  Reverence for the Lord is pure, lasting forever.  The laws of the Lord are true, each one is fair.  They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold.  They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb.  They are a warning to those who hear them.  There is great rewards for those who obey them."   Don't let the ways of the world steal your life; give your body the foods it needs to function.  Have fun and see you next time.     Rose