Articles From December 2013

Fabulous Flax


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There are three fantastic reasons to eat some type of flax food every day: favorable types of fiber, good-quality fats, and a high concentration of unique, immune-boosting phyto-nutrients. Let me elaborate on why I am I so excited about this blue-flowered plant that grows best in the cool northern climates. Canada is the world’s leader in flax production, while North Dakota is where 96 percent of flax seeds are grown in the U.S.
Flax appeared on the North American continent over 400 years ago, but humans have been eating flax for thousands of years. Flax researcher Dr. Diane Morris writes


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Agless Friendships


GG is definitely my oldest friend, ever. Shimages/old age friendship.jpge also happens to be one of my most closest, most vivacious, witty, intuitive, insightful, interesting, and fun friends, as well. I have been blessed in my life to have many close friends who can boast these same traits. What makes this friendship different than any other I’ve experienced? In great part, it’s because GG is old enough to be my great-grandmother!
You would never know that GG is a nonagenarian-plus. She does not look it, nor does she act the part. I try


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Down Syndrome, 1979, Part 3


Summary: After the premature birth of their son, Rafael Shlomo Boruch, while attending a Shabbaton in Tennessee, Yehuda and Tzipora Frager learn he has Down syndrome. Distressed by both the diagnosis and the insensitivity of the staff, they were also buoyed by brachos from Harav and Rebbetzin Gifter, the support of their family, and the help of Dr. Steven Caplan, their pediatrician. Upon arriving home in Baltimore, they weather more ups and downs due to comments by friends and social workers. They start learning how to deal with their own emotions and decide to focus on practical matters, like getting


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Shearith Israel Congregation


One who enters the vibrant kehila Shearith Israel, the Glen Avenue Shul, today and sees the panoply of shiurim and activities, the level of Torah learning, and the meticulous observance of the growing membership owes it to him or herself to know that the its mere existence is a rarity; it is an Orthodox Shul founded before the Civil War that is still Orthodox! It wasn’t easy, and it didn’t happen without a lot of Divine help. Let us now continue the journey:
The Era of Rabbi Mendel Feldman
In 1958, Rabbi Schwab accepted a rabbinical post in New York’s


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Marriage Thoughts and Advice for our Young Folks


Who am I? I am a writer, business man, husband, and father. Married for many wonderful years, I helped raise our two children, though I give my wife the real credit for doing a wonderful job. Today, baruch Hashem, I am a proud grandparent shepping much nachas. Chasdei Hashem!
Now for what I am not: I am not a social worker or certified financial counselor. Even so, hardly a day goes by that I am not sought out by persons in the community to give eitzos, advice, on life or financial situations.
Everyone Needs Advice
Working as a volunteer and


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Add Pizazz To Your Day With A Protein Shake


Looking for a quick breakfast? Consider a protein shake. With minimal planning, you can blend up a tasty, nutritious shake (also known as a smoothie) in a minute or two. It will leave you feeling satisfied, and you’ll know you’ve started your day on the right foot. Protein shakes also work great for mid-morning or afternoon snacks.
  One of the best things about a protein shake is that you
control the ingredients: the amount of protein, the type of fruit, the sweetness, and the texture. You can make it as hearty or as light as you want by simply tweaking the ingredients.


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