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TIPS OF THE MONTH

Protein Protein Protein

are the building blocks of life. The body needs protein to repair and maintain its muscle mass. Without Protein it would be difficult for the body to function smoothly and efficiently.

Here are some foods you can add to your diet to maximize your daily intake of protein.

Chicken Breast[21gm]

Bean[15gm] and Soy[29gm]

these also contain vitamins and fiber not found in meat

Peas[9gm], Spinach[5gm]

Broccoli[4gm]

Raw Tuna

Every ounce has 7gm of protein

which also contains Omega 3 faty acids

Just to name a few

So be mindful whatever you decide to eat make sure you give the body what it needs to run the race you sign up for.

Note:

I am not a doctor and only share what has worked for me personally so please consult your physician before trying

LOVE ME4ME

THOUGHTS

The Treasures In You

There are treasures in life, but owners are few. Of money and power to buy things brand new. Yet you can be wealthy and feel regal too, If you will just look for the treasures in you.

These treasures in life are not hard to find. When you look in your heart, your soul, and your mind.

For when you are willing to share what's within, Your fervent search for riches will end.

The joy and the laughter, the smile that you bring; The heart unafraid to love and to sing; The hand always willing to help those in need; Ones quick to reach out, to labor and feed.

So thank you for sharing these great gifts inside; The caring, the cheering, the hug when one cried. Thanks for the energy, encouragement too, And thank you for sharing the treasures in you.

Help Yourself to Happiness

by Helen Steiner Rice

Everybody, everywhere

seeks happiness, it's true,

But finding it and keeping it

seem difficult to do.

Difficult because we think

that happiness is found

Only in the places where

wealth and fame abound.

And so we go on searching

in palaces of pleasure

Seeking recognition

and monetary treasure,

Unaware that happiness

is just a state of mind

Within the reach of everyone

who takes time to be kind.

For in making others happy

we will be happy, too.

For the happiness you give away

returns to shine on you.