The adrenal glands are grape-sized glands that sit above our kidneys and are essential to life and vitality. They release specific hormones in times of stress that cause us to be aware, awake, and aroused. They also have an important part in the functioning of our metabolism.
Our body has four major stress hormones: Cortisol, DHEA, Adrenaline (Epinephrine) and Norepinephrine.
Cortisol is involved in the function of carbohydrate metabolism as well as in stress regulation.
“Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands; thy walls are continually before me.” Isaiah 49:15, 16.
Siloam Health Center will be the first wellness center in the former Soviet Union—and construction on the building is now underway. The center is located in a picturesque area of the Carpathian Mountains in the Transcarpathian region of Ukraine, with hot springs in the nearby vicinity. Employees will soon be transferred to the center in order to begin medical missionary work there, as well as to further the gospel message in that region.
May God bless the construction process, that these facilities may be soon be in operation.
It matters not who you are, or where you live, how old you are, how young you are, how rich, how poor, we all face challenges. That’s really not a new thought, but it especially hits home at some point or another.
The past weeks, months, and years have been trying for each one in some way or another, and we have the promise that there will be more tests ahead. Wait! Don’t shrink back in despair; God has a plan and purpose for us. He has help available for us. He is not surprised by what is happening, or by what is going to happen. He is prepared! Are we?
Fruits and Vegetables are the original fast food. They are packed with fiber, nutrients, and color. In fact, the different colors represent different nutrients and health benefits. Scientist link low fruit and vegetable intake as among the top ten risk factors attributable to early mortality. The world health organization states that up to 2.7 million lives could be saved annually with sufficient fruit and vegetable consumption.