Tarot Reading for February 2016
AND
Blog #53: The Many Benefits of Flaxseed
Legacy of the Divine Tarot
8 OF SWORDS: You may be feeling somewhat indecisive about
an issue or problem that is bothering you, but now is not the time to do simply
nothing. Take a few moments to think
through what might be the best course of action, even listing pros and cons of
alternatives if that would be helpful.
Remember that to do nothing is
making a decision, and the results could very well not be in your favor. So instead of waffling back and forth, or
just postponing what may be a difficult choice, just go ahead and do something.
4 OF WANDS:
Things will start looking up this month, especially if you have felt that you
were in a murky, unclear place where confusion reigned. The good news is that you are entering a time
of peace and calm, a time of replenishing yourself now that the new year is
getting underway. You will start feeling
more stable and secure as you look optimistically towards the future, so use
this time to evaluate your goals and see if you are headed in the right
direction. Good times can be in your future, so let them happen.
TEMPERANCE:
This month can be magical in a wonderful sort of way, allowing the alchemy of
change to take place. You can transform a challenge into something that will
bring more balance into your life, and you can allow yourself time to do
this. Patience is important right now,
so there is no need to rush anything. Moderation
is also helpful, so show self-restraint when necessary. Changing ourselves may
take time, but it’s worth it. So look for ways to bring in more harmony by
letting two completely different things lead to the creation of something new
and different—a synthesis of two elements combining and resulting in a unique
way of doing or perceiving to create a better outlook.
7 OF SWORDS: Some type of deception may be lurking about,
so stay on your toes and keep your eyes open to what is going on around
you. This dishonesty or untruthfulness
could be coming from others or from yourself.
So ask yourself: Am I being above
board with how I feel? Am I giving myself excuses for not doing something that
would benefit me because I just don’t want to, or are scared to? If others are the problem, be tuned in to your
intuition so you can spot this negativity easily, and either confront the
person or just move on. This energy could
be the instigator for something new coming into your life.
TRENDS FOR THE
MONTH: This could be a month of some ups and downs, but you will have the
patience and optimism to deal with whatever happens. Make a decision about challenges and then
move on, rather than vacillating back and forth and not doing anything. Stay upbeat and hopeful, because good things
are on the way. Practice patience as you
make changes, bringing visions and goals into fruition; use caution in dealing
with others to detect if anything seems suspicious. Ask yourself if you are being honest with
yourself and if not, find out the source of this feeling and do something about
it.
Blog #53: The Many Benefits of
Flaxseed
History
Flaxseeds (or linseeds) come from flax, which is one of
the oldest fiber crops in the world.
Linen and other textiles have been produced from flax for over 3,000
years. It has been considered not only
as a source of food and fabric, but also has been used to make sails for ships,
bowstrings, and body armor.
Although flaxseed oil is one of the most commercial uses
of flaxseed, the nutritional benefits of flaxseeds are being increasingly
recognized. Research over the past 10
years is showing that flaxseed is extremely healthy for the body. However, even way back in the eighth century
King Charlemagne was so sure of the health benefits of flaxseeds that he passed
laws requiring his subjects to eat them.
Why flaxseeds are so good for us
Here is a list of what flaxseeds contain that make them so valuable for our health.
Ø Lignans—Estrogen-like chemical compounds
that help to remove free radicals from the body because of their antioxidant
qualities. Flaxseeds are the main source
of lignans in human diets. These antioxidant benefits include anti-aging,
hormone balance, cellular health, and anti-viral and antibacterial properties.
Ø Essential fatty acids—Most of the fatty
acids in flaxseeds are alpha-linoleic acid (ALA), one of three omega-3 fatty
acids. When eaten, ALA is converted into
other more powerful omega-3s. The best
way to consume flaxseeds for maximum omega-3 benefit is through flaxseed oil.
Ø Flavonoids—Compounds that lower “bad”
cholesterol.
Ø Fiber (both soluble and insoluble)--Makes
up 28% of ground flaxseed and helps with digestion and cholesterol levels.
Ø Vitamins and minerals—Includes most of
the B vitamins, magnesium, manganese, iron, potassium, copper, zinc,
phosphorus, and selenium
NOTE: To get the most benefits from flaxseeds, they
should be bought in ground form or ground before eating, because whole
flaxseeds may not be digested when passing through the digestive tract.
Although recent research is suggesting that flaxseeds
might live up to their beneficial claims, be aware that there needs to be more
high quality studies done to confirm these claims.
The possible health benefits included in the literature
thus far are:
Ø Cancer protection—Some studies have shown
that consuming flaxseed may protect against prostate, colon, and breast
cancers. These results may be related to the
anti-inflammatory qualities that flaxseeds have as well as the omega-3 acids
they contain.
Ø Digestive health—The ALA omega-3 fatty
acids help protect the digestive tract lining and improve the intestinal
absorption of nutrients, thus maintaining the health of the gastrointestinal
tract. Also, they can help reduce
inflammation of some digestive ailments.
Ø Alleviation of post-menopausal symptoms—Flaxseed
may help reduce the risk of hot flashes, thanks to the estrogenic
properties of lignans.
Ø Cardiovascular benefits—The ALA omega-3
fatty acid can help protect blood vessels from damage caused by inflammation
and may help regulate blood pressure. It
also may help lower bad cholesterol.
There are a variety of ways
that flaxseed can easily become a part of your regular diet:
Ø Sprinkle
ground flaxseeds onto hot or cold cereal, cooked vegetables, or soups and
salads.
Ø Add
flaxseeds to muffin, cookie, or bread recipes.
Ø Add
ground flaxseeds to breakfast shakes or smoothies.
Ø Mix
one tablespoon of flaxseed into yogurt.
Ø Add
it to tomato sauces or to casseroles.
Some people do experience side effects when eating
flaxseed (such as bloating, flatulence, stomach pains, nausea, constipation, or
diarrhea), so if you have a sensitive digestive system, talk with your medical
professional or do your own research before adding flaxseed to your diet.
There are many reasons to include flaxseed as part of
your diet to become healthier, but only you can make the decision that is best
for you.
Sources
http://www.arthritis.org/living-with-arthritis/arthritis-diet/best-foods-for-arthritis/flaxseed.php
http://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/tiny-flaxseed-has-big-benefits.aspx
Love this month reading!! Thank you.. You are awesome 😎
ReplyDelete