Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Lack of sleep can be detrimental to you getting results

Jesus slept so why shouldn't you.

Mark 4:38

"Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion."

Sleeping is just as important as eating right and exercising. Your body repairs itself while you are sleeping. Also, your body burn calories while sleeping. So, if you aren't getting enough sleep, you will limit the ability of your body to burn calories at rest. Researchers have reported that women who sleep five hours or less per night generally weigh more than women who sleep seven hours per night.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, the average woman gets only six and a half hours of sleep per night. Chronic sleep deprivation can have a variety of effects on the metabolism and overall health.

Inadequate sleep:

  • interferes with the body’s ability to metabolize carbohydrates;
  • causes your body to store more fat;
  • drives down leptin levels, which causes the body to crave carbohydrates;
  • can lead to insulin resistance and contribute to increased risk of diabetes;
  • can increase blood pressure; and,
  • can increase the risk of heart disease.

So, if you are trying to loose weight, get to bed and drop the weight.

Thanks for reading my blog. Have a blessed day.

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Monday, February 18, 2008

Deuteronomy 5:33 Food For Thought (Longevity)

Deuteronomy 5:33 (New International Version)

"Walk in all the way that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days in the land that you will possess."

God promised you a long life but you must do your part. Lack of a healthy lifestyle is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States. Don’t shorten your days because of poor habits. Get active and live for Christ.

Proverbs 3
My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity.



LT Thomas, BS
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