Saturday, December 24, 2011

Food for Pain


1. Ginger

Ginger's been used for thousands of years to help with a variety of ailments from stomachaches to heart conditions. This anti-inflammatory add-in is excellent on a variety of foods, even tea.

2. Sage

This anti-inflammatory herb has also been shown in some research to boost memory. Perfect in poultry dishes, sage has been used for centuries and contains flavonoids that help to reduce swelling.

3. Coffee

One cup of black coffee can provide relief from headaches and provide more antioxidants than a serving of berries. Preliminary research has also shown that drinking coffee may reduce the risk of some cancers.

4. Salmon

Filled with Omega-3s, salmon provides an excellent source of protein and antioxidants. The fatty acids from this fish can help to lubricate tight joints in the body.

5. Green Tea

Used for centuries for a variety of medicinal purposes, green tea is an excellent source of polyphenols which may help to reduce free radicals in the body which can cause inflammation.

6. Olive Oil

Here's a powerful anti-inflammatory ingredient that's comparable to over the counter pain medications. A staple of the Mediterranean diet, olive oil helps reduce the risk of strokes and some cancers.

7. Cherries

Cherries help reduce inflammation by neutralizing free radicals in the body. These tart, sweet treats can also help to stop tissue inflammation.
But wait...what about HEARTACHE????
Is there something that will cure a broken heart?

There comes a time in your life, when you walk away from all the drama and people who create it. You surround yourself with people who make you laugh. Forget the bad, and focus on the good. Love the people who treat you right, pray for the ones who don't. Life is too short to be anything but happy. Falling down is a part of life, getting back up is living.

Friday, December 16, 2011

Merry Christmas


Another year has come and gone, 
before our very eyes
and hopefully we’re happy 
and a little bit more wise.

Best wishes for Christmas 
are being sent your way
filled with hope and promise
but not only for this day.

They’re sent with love for you,
The one I hold so dear
and hope they carry you through
another wonderful year.   

Love,
© Yolanda ©

P.S.  If you have someone on your list, and are not quite sure what to get them,,  LOST AND FOUND: LOVE, a book of love poems makes a perfect gift for the person who has it all.  It is guaranteed to entertain the reader.   Contact me direct vyva@aol.com  or order through www.victoryp.com for delivery in time for Christmas.

Monday, December 5, 2011

The Special Gift

If you seek a special gift,
The greatest gift of all
Don't look beneath your Christmas tree,
It won't be there at all.


The greatest gift was given 
A very long time ago,
And it was given with special love,
The one we all should know.


Christmas comes but only once a year,
Which should be filled with joy and cheer.
Helping hands with bountiful delight
To fill our hearts most every night.


Let's smile and rejoice every day
Wishing Happiness and Love will come your way!


Written by Yolanda Pacheco Garcia
Author of Lost and Found: Love,  a book of  Love Poems 
available at
www.victoryp.com