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MBOC was started to help Homeschool Moms access resources that allow room for discussion on hot topics— traditional marriage, dangers and issues around the cvd shot, pro-life resources, medical freedom. Although MBOC started in Canada it is now a part of a 508 (c) (1) (A) based out of the United States.
If you have resources to help in any of these areas please forward them to the email ([email protected]). We are building a library of information to help navigate today’s world and we want you to hear your voice/resources too!
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On this web page there are a variety of different news sources we enjoy. Unless specifically mentioned, the listed sources are not in any way affiliated with MBOC, Ministry Moms, or the Living Seeds Foundation. We have chosen to link to these sources because we believe that there are some really great things that each of them are bringing to the table.
There may be some philosophies/theology and/or things said that we do not fully agree with, but we feel that these sources are bringing things to light that otherwise would be left in the darkness.
TRIGGER WARNING: If you get upset easily on hot topic discussions and are not open to discussing them, then I would not recommend using this resource as it is not my goal to add stress to your life. This resource page is only for those who want to research further and are okay with discussing these topics in out-side-the-box / non-main stream news conditions.
*Please discern for yourself whether you should listen to any sources listed. You are responsible for any actions taken on this site. Use at your own risk.
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Simple Start Digestion
Improve Digestion— It’s not as hard as you think!
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When it comes to digestion there are simple and functional ways to implement better digestion so that you can feel your best. The digestive processes are super important for your overall health and it is worth taking a closer look. It’s not as hard as you think!
I suffered with IBS for many years and if I had known these steps to better digestion at the time— it would have helped a lot! I pray this post will help you move forward in your digestive healing journey.
10 Steps to Better Digestion
It’s not as hard as you think!
1. Think Before You Eat— Activate the Cephalic Phase
We all know it is a good thing to pause, reflect, and give thanks to God before eating, but did you know both smelling and thinking about food activates the cephalic (brain) phase of digestion and signals saliva to release? This supplies us with lots of enzymes that are ready to help aid in the breakdown of food.
*So think twice about that tasty morsel before you eat it!
2. Chew Your Food— An Important Mechanical Process
This simple, mechanical start to digestion may seem unimportant, but it is not, instead, it is one of the most essential! Chewing food thoroughly helps quite a few of the digestive processes, so be sure to slow down and chew (not gulp).
*Take your time, savor that food, and chew it up well!
3. Say NO to Overeating— It’s Not Worth the Taxation
Overeating affects how we digest foods and is taxing on the digestive system as a whole. When we eat too much food it requires our body to spend a lot of energy and adds extra stress on the system, forcing the body to try to use too many nutrients at one time— so it’s better to eat in moderation.
*Try only eating until you are three-quarters full for better digestive health.
Photo by Karolina Grabowska on Pexels.com
4. EXERCISE— Doing One Thing is Better Than Nothing
To move food through the digestive tract it is important to have healthy muscle tone all around the abdomen. Starting or maintaining an exercise routine can help improve digestion even if you do not change your eating habits.
*Try tummy toning exercises to get that food moving!
5. REDUCE PROCESSED FOODS— It’s Worth it in the End
Highly processed food are challenging for the digestive system at the best of times. For these products to metabolize the body has to kick into gear (creating its own energy and nutrients) which robs it instead of supplying it correctly.
*Try incorporating as many whole foods as possible!
6. Stay Hydrated— Protect Your Mucosal Lining
Water helps the health of the mucosal lining which supports small intestinal bacteria in order to maintain proper digestion and help maximize the absorption of essential nutrients. Say What? Okay so you don’t have to know all the details, but, just understand that staying hydrated (drinking good quality water) is important. Believe it or not, water is considered an essential nutrient for digestion!
*Drink more water! To find out how much click HERE.
7. Clean Your Colon— Get Rid of Toxic Compounds
How do you keep your colon clean? Don’t worry, that is what fiber is for. Soluble fiber helps absorb toxins and unneeded cholesterol, and insoluble fiber speeds up elimination. Eating both types of fiber helps keep your stool soft and bulky, dilutes the effects of toxic compounds, quickens transit time through the colon, and helps remove bad bacteria. I’d say it is pretty important wouldn’t you?
*Eat both soluble and insoluble fiber to have improved digestion!
8. + PROBIOTICS— They’re the Good Guys
Good bacteria (probiotics) are essential for lowering inflammation, strengthening the immune system, helping leaky gut + so much more! You can buy probiotic supplements, but good old sauerkraut or coconut kefir will also give your system an excellent boost of the good stuff.
*Eat probiotic rich (fermented) foods i.e. sauerkraut, coconut kefir +
9. + DIGESTIVE ENZYMES— Break it Down
There are three categories of enzymes that you need: lipase for the break-down of fat, amylases for the break-down of carbohydrates, and protease for breaking down proteins. The best way to get these enzymes are from live, raw, or sprouted foods. If digestion is impaired, you can also supplement with digestive enzymes.
*Try to eat live, raw, and sprouted foods as often as you can!
10. BOOST STOMACH ACID— Many Mistake to Low for too Much
Low stomach acid can cause many symptoms including heartburn, gas and belching, headaches, tiredness + much more.
*Boost your stomach acid by adding organic lemon juice or organic, raw fermented apple cider vinegar to your water each morning to aid in digestion!
Conclusion
Improving your digestive (processes) is doable and you can start right away by thinking about your food before you eat it! The Cephalic (brain) phase is just as important as all of the other steps in digestion.
To know how much water you need to drink click HERE.
Access the digital version of the ten steps above; it will make it easier (help you remember) how to implement healthy digestion habits for you and the awesome kids in your life!
This post is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your regular medical healthcare professional.
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Need a Dose of Good News? (Here are 5 Sources to Check Out)
Post by MBOC Contributor: Researcher/Writer > Allie Bast
We are living in the midst of unprecedented times. There’s all kinds of pandemonium going on around the world. And, depending on the source of information, we can be led to either discouragement or encouragement. Not sure about you (I could take a pretty good guess, though), but I know I am all for as much encouragement as I can get!
I’d love to share with you some HOPE-filled news sources that I have found encouraging to watch. And by the end of the article, you will discover that even in the midst of chaos there is always HOPE when current events are seen in light of the bigger picture. Ready? Let’s dive in!
Good News Source #1: CBN News
CBN (aka The Christian Broadcasting Network) has been around for 60+ years and is the Good News source I have known about for the longest. My main way of hearing their Christian World News is via the 700 Club. I always love watching the 700 Club for its testimonies and enjoy hearing the world news tucked within the show as it comes from a Christian perspective.
More recently in 2018, CBN introduced CBN News which provides daily news updates from a number of programs based on “Christian Values and an understanding of issues and events from a biblical perspective.” Some of these programs include: News Watch, Christian World News, Faithwire, Jerusalem Dateline, Faith Nation, and The Daily Rundown.
“Tracking the work of the Holy Spirit around the world.” ---CBN News
You can learn more about CBN News by checking out their site here: CBN News and by downloading their app!
Good News Source #2: Centerpoint
TBN (aka Trinity Broadcasting Newtwork) just recently launched a daily news broadcast called Centerpoint on March 28 of this year (2022). They did this in response to the changing times where there is more censorship and bias in mainstream media. TBN wanted a news source where Christians can be aware of current world events with a Biblical perspective – so that its audience can know what is happening in the world while also receiving HOPE in the process.
Hosted by Doug McKelway, Erick Stakelbeck, and Blynda Lane, Centerpoint’s goal is to “equip viewers with understanding on the issues of the day, and how they impact you, your faith, and your world.” Check out Centerpoint at 7:30 pm ET weekdays on TBN.
“Bringing you up to speed on the news with a level head and a Christian worldview perspective.” --Centerpoint
You can learn more about Centerpoint and watch their programs here: Centerpoint
Good News Source #3: Victory Channel
VICTORY Channel, birthed in 2015, has on-air and on-demand programming 24/7 that “fills the airways with hope and healing from the Word of God.” Two of its programs do so by sharing current news in light of God’s Word.
VICTORY News brings daily news that can be “trusted and delivered in a spirit of faith.” By its name alone, you know that after watching VICTORY News you won’t be walking away defeated but rather encouraged and empowered. You can tune in every weekday at 12 p.m. ET and 5 p.m. ET.
The other news show, FlashPoint, shares how prophecy and current events are aligning to bring about God’s plans and purposes. I love how host Gene Bailey, along with the regular contributors Mario Murillo, Hank Kunneman and Lance Wallnau, approach current issues with ENCOURAGING evidence, words of LIFE and HOPE-filled prayer. Check FlashPoint out every Tuesday and Thursday at 8 p.m. ET.
“Jesus is Lord” --Victory Channel
You can learn more about VICTORY Channel’s news programs here: VICTORY News and FlashPoint
Good News Source #4: Liftable TV
Liftable TV is a newer media platform launched last May (2021) also in response to increased censorship and main stream media propaganda. Its focus is, “News, Faith and Lifestyle” and it hosts well known and diverse Christian voices who have the common factor of a Biblical worldview. As evidenced by its name, Liftable TV’s desire is to honor God and encourage its audience with HOPE-filled programs.
Some of its news programs include The Underground with Lance Wallnau, Washington Watch, The Christian View, Mornings On The Dove, The Todd Starne’s Show and PIJN News. All have the commonality of bringing Biblical wisdom to current cultural issues emphasizing truth-centered news.
“Truth is absolute and does matter. “ --LiftableTV
You can learn more about Liftable TV and its Current Events programs here: LIFTABLEtv and News
Good News Source #5: Faytene.TV
As a Canadian I appreciate Faytene.TV. The weekly program, hosted by Faytene Grasseschi, speaks directly to the current issues shaping Canada from a faith perspective. Faytene has been an “humanitarian and advocacy worker since 1997” and “is regarded as a voice on social justice issues both at Parliament and grass roots forums across Canada.” The goal of her show is to make the audience aware of current events and how to respond as believers.
She interviews many of “Canada’s strongest voices” concerning the issues at hand while seeking to equip believers to take action without just accepting everything that takes place. Its a source of good news as Faytene interviews believers who speak truth to the situations at hand to show us that we aren’t alone and are able to take steps to see things change for the good.
“Together we can build a better Canada for the future.” --Faytene
You can learn more about Faytene.TV by checking out her website here: Faytene.TV
Conclusion
Like a pearl diver, sometimes you just have to dive a little deeper to find what you are looking for: TRUTH-Based and HOPE-Filled News. Thankfully if you dive deep enough you will discover the hidden pearls out there. Above, are just a few of several Good News sources that won’t leave you depressed and down and out.
As its so imperative to fill our minds with TRUTH and HOPE, I’d love for you to check out the faith based news sources laid out in this post (and even look for more) so that you can be daily encouraged and challenged to take bold steps of faith to see this world change for the good.
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Simple Start Digestion
Improve Digestion— It’s not as hard as you think!
This post may contain affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) when purchases are made using these links. Thank you for supporting ministrymoms!
When it comes to digestion there are simple and functional ways to implement better digestion so that you can feel your best. The digestive processes are super important for your overall health and it is worth taking a closer look. It’s not as hard as you think!
I suffered with IBS for many years and if I had known these steps to better digestion at the time— it would have helped a lot! I pray this post will help you move forward in your digestive healing journey.
10 Steps to Better Digestion
It’s not as hard as you think!
1. Think Before You Eat— Activate the Cephalic Phase
We all know it is a good thing to pause, reflect, and give thanks to God before eating, but did you know both smelling and thinking about food activates the cephalic (brain) phase of digestion and signals saliva to release? This supplies us with lots of enzymes that are ready to help aid in the breakdown of food.
*So think twice about that tasty morsel before you eat it!
2. Chew Your Food— An Important Mechanical Process
This simple, mechanical start to digestion may seem unimportant, but it is not, instead, it is one of the most essential! Chewing food thoroughly helps quite a few of the digestive processes, so be sure to slow down and chew (not gulp).
*Take your time, savor that food, and chew it up well!
3. Say NO to Overeating— It’s Not Worth the Taxation
Overeating affects how we digest foods and is taxing on the digestive system as a whole. When we eat too much food it requires our body to spend a lot of energy and adds extra stress on the system, forcing the body to try to use too many nutrients at one time— so it’s better to eat in moderation.
*Try only eating until you are three-quarters full for better digestive health.
Photo by Karolina Grabowska on Pexels.com
4. EXERCISE— Doing One Thing is Better Than Nothing
To move food through the digestive tract it is important to have healthy muscle tone all around the abdomen. Starting or maintaining an exercise routine can help improve digestion even if you do not change your eating habits.
*Try tummy toning exercises to get that food moving!
5. REDUCE PROCESSED FOODS— It’s Worth it in the End
Highly processed food are challenging for the digestive system at the best of times. For these products to metabolize the body has to kick into gear (creating its own energy and nutrients) which robs it instead of supplying it correctly.
*Try incorporating as many whole foods as possible!
6. Stay Hydrated— Protect Your Mucosal Lining
Water helps the health of the mucosal lining which supports small intestinal bacteria in order to maintain proper digestion and help maximize the absorption of essential nutrients. Say What? Okay so you don’t have to know all the details, but, just understand that staying hydrated (drinking good quality water) is important. Believe it or not, water is considered an essential nutrient for digestion!
*Drink more water! To find out how much click HERE.
7. Clean Your Colon— Get Rid of Toxic Compounds
How do you keep your colon clean? Don’t worry, that is what fiber is for. Soluble fiber helps absorb toxins and unneeded cholesterol, and insoluble fiber speeds up elimination. Eating both types of fiber helps keep your stool soft and bulky, dilutes the effects of toxic compounds, quickens transit time through the colon, and helps remove bad bacteria. I’d say it is pretty important wouldn’t you?
*Eat both soluble and insoluble fiber to have improved digestion!
8. + PROBIOTICS— They’re the Good Guys
Good bacteria (probiotics) are essential for lowering inflammation, strengthening the immune system, helping leaky gut + so much more! You can buy probiotic supplements, but good old sauerkraut or coconut kefir will also give your system an excellent boost of the good stuff.
*Eat probiotic rich (fermented) foods i.e. sauerkraut, coconut kefir +
9. + DIGESTIVE ENZYMES— Break it Down
There are three categories of enzymes that you need: lipase for the break-down of fat, amylases for the break-down of carbohydrates, and protease for breaking down proteins. The best way to get these enzymes are from live, raw, or sprouted foods. If digestion is impaired, you can also supplement with digestive enzymes.
*Try to eat live, raw, and sprouted foods as often as you can!
10. BOOST STOMACH ACID— Many Mistake to Low for too Much
Low stomach acid can cause many symptoms including heartburn, gas and belching, headaches, tiredness + much more.
*Boost your stomach acid by adding organic lemon juice or organic, raw fermented apple cider vinegar to your water each morning to aid in digestion!
Conclusion
Improving your digestive (processes) is doable and you can start right away by thinking about your food before you eat it! The Cephalic (brain) phase is just as important as all of the other steps in digestion.
To know how much water you need to drink click HERE.
Access the digital version of the ten steps above; it will make it easier (help you remember) how to implement healthy digestion habits for you and the awesome kids in your life!
This post is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your regular medical healthcare professional.
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Life Room
The Life Room began in the summer of 2020. It is an online prayer room where Canadians can join in with others from across the nation to pray for the issue of life (abortion) online or by phone. Click HERE to see the schedule or join the room now.
Justice Wall
“The Justice Wall began in 2007. It is an online prayer schedule organized in 15 minute blocks for various issues (life, human trafficking, first people suicide and good government). Participants sign up on the schedule at a time that works for them and keep their allotted spots based on the honor system. Click HERE to sign up now and see the schedules.“
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