Author: Sharon

Day 278 of Year 10 Low-SOS Vegan Plan

MEDITATION:
* Psalm 85

EXERCISE:
* Powerwalk indoors 3 miles
* PT APP workout
– lower body / hip stretches
* Powerwalk outdoors 20 minutes

WATER:
(2) × (32) = 64 oz (+)

EATS:
* oatmeal, wheatena, pomegranate, almond milk, banana
* oilfree veggie fried rice, plain sparkling water w/ shot of soft XL-drink
* few peanuts (unshelled)
* two scoops homemade vanilla ice cream
* sliced orange

… SUN HAS SET …

* open-face baked veggie potato stewburger

Cmmt: XL indicates uncommon extravagantly luscious food, and wautéed means water-sautéed

Alzheimer’s Research: Brain Microbiome Breakthrough? | Dr. Neal Barnard …

Key points include: 

Microbiome and Antivirals: New evidence suggests that the brain’s microbiome may play a role in Alzheimer’s. Antiviral medications, similar to those used for cold sores, could reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s by over 90%.
  
Vaccination: There is a correlation between receiving certain vaccines and a lower risk of Alzheimer’s, although vaccines can have risks.
  
Dietary impact: A Mediterranean diet, which avoids saturated fats, has been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s.
  
Exercise: Regular brisk walking can help regenerate the hippocampus, which is crucial for memory.
  
Antioxidants: Antioxidants, particularly vitamin E, may also play a role in reducing Alzheimer’s risk.
  
Omega-3 fatty acids: While omega-3 supplements are popular, there are concerns about their link to prostate cancer, suggesting a focus on natural sources instead.
  
Berries and anthocyanins: Foods rich in anthocyanins, like berries, are beneficial for brain health.

Easy & Budget Friendly Vegan Chickpea Tacos!

Chickpea Tacos

2 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (2 15 oz cans)

1 1/2 tsp oregano

1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

1 1/2 tsp garlic granules

3/4 tsp onion granules

Cayenne pepper to taste

3 tbsp coconut aminos

1/2 pint of cherry tomatoes

2 avocados mashed

6 sprouted organic corn tortillas

Fresh cilantro and lime to garnish.

vegan crema or sour cream

Instructions:

Heat pan on medium and add chickpeas.

Cook for 3 minute or so or until moisture from chickpeas has evaporated.

Add all your seasonings and coconut aminos. Continue to cook until the excess liquid has cooked off and chickpeas are nicely coated in the seasoning (4-6 minutes)

Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Top your tortillas with mashed avocado or guacamole. Add chickpea filling. Top with cilantro, vegan crema, and a squeeze of lime. Enjoy!

Day 277 of Year 10 Low-SOS Vegan Plan

MEDITATION:
* Psalm 84

EXERCISE:
* PT APP workout
– full body stretches
– lower body / hip stretches
– upper body stretch
* shoulder stretches w/ Dr. Jo

WATER:
(2) × (32) = 64 oz (+)

EATS:
* rolled oats, bran flakes, pomegranate, 1:5 ratio almond milk
* sliced orange
* grilled stew patties (combine leftover baked potato w/ leftover Moroccan stew & salsa), sourdough avocado toast, rainbow baby carrots
* steamed broccoli & chopped tomato
* vanilla/choco ice cream (made w/ white-meat sweet potato)

… SUN HAS SET …

Cmmt: XL indicates uncommon extravagantly luscious food, and wautéed means water-sautéed

Former Ballerina With Alzheimer’s Performs ‘Swan Lake’ Dance | Super Emo…

Watch this super emotional & viral video of former #ballet dancer Marta Cinta González Saldaña, who had #Alzheimer’s and died in 2019, reacting to Tchaikovsky’s #Swan #Lake music.
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This video was first posted by the Spanish organization Música Para Despertar (music to wake) in October 2020, the organization.

Read of her life:

https://www.balletherald.com/ballerina-with-alzheimers-marta-cinta/