Pears fight cholesterol with two great fibers. The first one is lignin, an insoluble fiber that helps usher unwanted cholesterol out of the body. Acting like Velcro, lignin grabs cholesterol molecules in the intestine before they get absorbed into the bloodstream, where they could lead to clogged arteries, stroke, or heart attack. This insoluble fiber absorbs large amounts of water, acting as a broom and causing stools to pass through the digestive tract more easily and quickly, reducing the risk of constipation and colon cancer.

Pears also contain another fiber, pectin, a soluble fiber that dissolves in the colon leaving a sticky, gel-like coating, which binds with cholesterol and carries it out with the stool. Both these fibers are very beneficial in keeping cholesterol from entering the blood stream from the digestive track. The liver then is free to supply the necessary natural cholesterol needed for healthy body function, without the excess cholesterol from animals products.

But be warned, the majority of the fiber is in the peel. So the best way to eat pears is with the peel intact. For this reason, it is best to select organic pears and to leave the peel on when eating alone or adding into recipes. There are about 4 grams of fiber in an average size pear, which is more than you would get from most oat bran cereal servings. Also, one other note. If you buy canned pears forget the fiber, since there is very little in the canned pears and you are also getting more calories from the syrup.

Pears are rich in boron, a mineral which helps against loss of calcium in postmenopausal women. Boron is also good for the brain. So do your body good on both ends. Eat more pears!

Here is a list of opportunities for training and support while learning the Hallelujah Diet & Lifestyle. As always, call us if you need more information at 877-200-0862 or locally at 731-423-5313.

Every Monday at 5:00 P.M. Weekly Support Mtg. at Baptist Student Center across from Jackson State Community College

Next Get Healthy Stay Balanced Nine Week Seminar: Thursdays at 36 Fox Pond Cove beginning Oct.12.

Back to Life Retreats: Call to Host one in your city, church, home. For more information go to http://www.alphaomegafood.com/back-to-life.htm or call us.

Private Counseling with Naturopath, Doug Polk: Call 877-200-0862 for information and appointment by phone or in person. Complete a Confidential Health Survey and Authorization Form at http://www.alphaomegafood.com/appointment-request.htm.

We received an email testimony this month from Jennifer Brost. She said:

"Thank you for your ministry. I would love to be a Health Minister. My sister had a cancerous tumor in her face. She experienced the same thing six years ago and the doctors removed almost half of her nose. When the tumor appeared on the other side, I begged her to use the Hallelujah Diet. She has been on the diet for two months. The black cancerous spot literally wiped off her face one morning and the tumor is almost gone. She has also lost 12 pounds and feels better than she has ever felt. Praise God! I will also use your pin number, ACO, and again, I am grateful for your ministry.

His,

Jennifer Brost

 

1-2-3 Fruit Salad

1 organic banana diced 2 organic red apples diced 3 organic green pears diced (with peel on) 1/2 cup chopped pecans 2 T. pure maple syrup Mix and enjoy!

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