diet
When vices are virtues
I read about some medical research indicating that coffee drinkers might live longer. I also saw a short piece in the July/August issue of More Magazine about a study that showed women who consume more than two servings a day of low-fat dairy foods had a lower risk of developing high blood pressure — the article recommended having a low-fat yogurt or a latte several times a day.
I was thrilled to learn my coffee-milk and latte habit is actually good for me; although, I never thought is was bad for me. I have coffee and yogurt every day. And I’m anxiously awaiting the arrival of the yogurt maker I ordered for my birthday. Making yogurt is pretty simple, but I really liked the idea of a temperature controlled environment complete with reusable individual-sized containers.
So, all you ladies out there, drink your coffee, eat your yogurt and live a long, healthy life!
On eating, exercising and staying healthy
I just published a little e-book on Lulu.com documenting my personal experience in being vegetarian and walking for exercise. It’s a quick read designed for busy people who want to eat right and exercise while still enjoying life!
Drop buy Lulu.com and pick up a copy of The Walking Vegetarian for $4.95. Just pay, download and read. What could be easier?
Amy Jo Garner
writer, educator, pastor
Amy Jo Garner is a spiritual mentor who specializes in helping people grow closer to the Divine in their daily lives. She writes on matters of faith, is the Director of Education at a local college, and mentors online and in-person.
Amy Jo is a graduate of Northwest Nazarene University with a MA in Religion-Pastoral Ministry and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Adult Education at Walden University. Before answering the call ministry and education, she graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BA in English and a MA in Journalism. She is a member of Christians for Biblical Equality, Spiritual Directors International, and Phi Beta Kappa.
