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Andes Children’s Foundation Update

If you haven’t visited the Andes Children’s Foundation website recently, we invite you to go there and see how your contributions are helping the children of Vilcabamba.

Both 7 minute and 22 minute Andes Children’s Foundation videos are available on the ViaViente YouTube Channel.

Here are links to both of those videos:

22 Minute DVD:  http://www.youtube.com/viavientevideo#p/u/0/QRVGFsfBs_w

7 Minute DVD: http://www.youtube.com/viavientevideo#p/u/12/1VxYooT97IU

The 7 Minute DVD also is streaming on www.AndesChildrensFoundation.org on the home page.

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Sweedish Study Confirms the Power of Antioxidants from Food

According to a new study from Sweden, eating a whole food diet rich in antioxidants with lots of fruits and vegetables is linked to reducing the risk of stroke in women.

Regardless of a woman’s heart disease history, consuming antioxidants helps reduce her stroke risk. Researchers believe that the protection comes from the antioxidants’ ability to stop inflammation and oxidative stress by neutralizing harmful free radicals.

In addition, the American Heart Association states that antioxidants can also help to reduce blood clots and lower blood pressure. Researcher Susanne Rautiainen reports, “This means people should eat more foods such as fruits and vegetables that contribute to total antioxidant capacity.”

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The Power of Courage

Courage is letting go of the familiar to make a better future.

Never let fear keep you from moving forward with your life.

At times we must walk away from the familiar to fight for a brighter tomorrow.

Winston Churchill said~ ”Fear is a reaction.  Courage is a decision.”

It only takes the courage of ONE person to change the energy of 1,000 negative people!