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  The underground tunnels at Bethel...

  by babygirl75 in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  with all the real estate property going up for sale in brooklyn, it got me thinking about the underground tunnels under some of the properties.

  i remember going through these tunnels on the many times i visited my friends there.

  i don't however, remember which building those tunnels were under.

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  Those tunnels may have had another purpose.
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  Divine plan of the ages

  by confused and lost in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  whilst reading the chapter entitled "our lords return" in russells book "divine plan of the ages" i came across these interesting quotes :

  to this last view the majority of christians of all denominations assent (notwithstanding the creeds of some to the contrary), from a feeling that any other view would be irreconcilable with justice on god's part.

  but do the scriptures support this last view?

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  AUGUST, 1940 BIBLE STUDENTS MONTHLY
  
  A COVENANT BY SACRIFICE
  
  "Gather my saints together unto me ; those that have made a covenant with me by sacrifice." Psa. 5O:5
  
  It is only as we reach the higher ground of the New Testament that the true nature of the consecrated life comes to view. All standards and forms of consecration preceding the life and death of Jesus had been formal and ceremonial only, introduced to last only until the times of reformation which followed Jesus' resurrection and ascension to heaven. With Jesus came the beginning of the "better" things —which better things will not be complete till, through a new Covenant. Israel first, and then the whole world, has been brought into conformity with the Will of God.
  But, when we have reached that higher New Testament ground, even then it will be only as we understand and appreciate the nature of the fundamental opposing moral qualities of holiness and sin, and the way these principles work out in daily life, that we shall realise to the full what consecration actually means. We shall find every thought, word, and deed involved in that act of dedication which we describe by the word "consecration." It could be an easy matter for us to make a grievously uncharitable mistake on the question of "consecration." Differences of temperament as well as of Christian growth and attainment could easily dispose us to think that those of lesser stature in Christ were not consecrated at all, or were inattentive to their covenant vows. We might be too ready to measure another by our own standards, and expect him to toe our own line.
  
  A deeper appreciation of what is involved in consecration will show us that it may mean more to some than to others, and that more is required of some than of others. The dictionary defines consecration'' to mean "the act of setting apart to a holy use— to hallow; to devote." This definition may be understood readily enough of a building or a plot of land set apart for religious purposes, or even of a man who withdraws himself from all secular callings, and applies himself exclusively to a religious life.
  
  This however, does not exhaust the meaning of the New Testament usage, for every true believer in the Lord. whether in "holy orders" or not is exhorted by (he Lord and His Apostles not only to offer himself in consecration, but also to maintain that attitude of devotedness so long as life shall last. The unordained "lay" believer is no less exhorted to consecration than his clerical brother—and that exhortation applies while he follows his ordinary secular calling in life. Hence, New Testament usage is wider in its meaning than the dictionary definition. The employment of the words "consecrate" and "consecration" brings into use another set of terms, derived from Latin sources, to supplement the Anglo-Saxon and Greek terms already used. We have thus three sets of synonymous words by which we may describe the act of full surrender to God, and the life of obedience which should follow. The word consecrate" corresponds to the Anglo-Saxon ''Hallow" (or holify) and the Greek "sanctify"; while "consecration" is equivalent to the Anglo-Saxon "holy" and the Greek / "sanctilication."
  
  Thus a "consecrated life" is the same thing as a "holy life" or a "saintly life."
  Now it is quite proper to ask "To what or whom is the consecrated object devoted? and to what degree is it devoted?" The reply might be that the follower of the Lord is devoted to the Will of God, to1 live or to die, according to His good pleasure. That is a good answer and in every way correct so far as it goes. But it needs further amplification and definition. What! is the Will of God? Is it something that may be known with precision? The Will of God has many phases or manifestations ranging from its local application in the small sphere of a single life to the vast universal plan that embraces the whole Creation. The Will of God provided for Calvary and all that is associated with that sublime sacrifice. But it did not begin with Calvary, nor with Sinai, nor with Abraham's call, nor yet in Eden, but far back along the highway of time, when God purposed that all things in heaven and earth should for all time be made subject to Christ (Col. 1 : 20. Eph. I : 10). This is an expression of His Will, comprehensive and absolute—towards which all succeeding Ages are contributing their quota— hence the call of Abraham with its unalterable Promise, the thunders and Covenant of Sinai, and even the tragedy of Calvary,are but outstanding steps by the way to that far-off Divine event to which the whole creation moves. From those far distant days the eternal God made known that He had found One in whom Divine wisdom could have everlasting confidence to "Head-up" both righteous beings, and righteous principles.
  
  That in its largest sense is the Will of God; but every stage of the development to that distant end is also accomplished according to the same over-ruling Will. In consecration we behold a new and proper relationship of that sovereign Will to the small circle of an individual life. It brings the heart of a thenceforth willing child into alignment with its Father's good pleasure. The Will of God existed and pre-dated that little life by many ages but that act of submission brings that eternal Will into that little life to direct and use it for God's own ends. Consecration has brought that little life into alignment and harmony with an eternal purpose. It is here that the fundamental moral issues underlying the whole Divine programme come into view, and give to the "act" and "life" oF consecration their proper" setting5 and value. It is very, very necessary to realise (with a very full realisation) that consecration relates the surrendered being to one side of the most intense antagonism which the whole wide universe, and the whole round of time has ever witnessed or can ever witness, between the fundamental principles of sin and holiness, and between the two outstanding spirit beings who are their principal protagonists. God's Will is no "hole-in-the-comer" matter—it is no parochial affair. It is universal in its sphere, and will ultimately involve everyone and everything.
  
  From anarchy and despotism flee, Endowed with strength and beauty tranquilising,
  Like some fair island of a tropic sea. Six thousand years of tyranny are ended,
  Six thousand years of misery and pain. And now before us dawns the vision splendid,
  The longed-for glory of Messiah's reign. From Zion peace and truth are ever flowing
  In streams beneficent to all mankind, New life and hope and happiness bestowing,
  Hearing and eyesight to the deaf and blind. The wilderness and solitary places
  With joy abound and "blossom as the rose," And nature's wise and loving hand effaces
  The last dark evidence of human woes. Released from Satan's rule the world is wending
  Its eager way to Paradise again. And Truth and Righteousness and Love are blending
  In one great Brotherhood of the sons of men. And all shall know the Lord and to Him render
  The praise and worship due unto His name, And own with solitude His mercies tender,
  His wisdom magnify. His love proclaim, Mankind in harmony and love progressing
  Along their spacious, unimpeded way, Beneath Divine authority and blessing
  Shall gain the sunlight of the perfect day, - The Coming Age (W.H.P.)
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  Stop Blaming Saturated Fat

  by freydi in

  1. watchtower
  2. medical

  that is incorrect as saturated fats raise both the good and the bad cholesterol and they do not cause fatty deposits in the arteries.

  this is because all vegetable oils oxidize; especially when used in cooking.

  saturated fat .

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  I think what people have done that's really bad is they've replaced essential fats with sugar.
  
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  Stop Blaming Saturated Fat

  by freydi in

  1. watchtower
  2. medical

  that is incorrect as saturated fats raise both the good and the bad cholesterol and they do not cause fatty deposits in the arteries.

  this is because all vegetable oils oxidize; especially when used in cooking.

  saturated fat .

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  He's right. Also says you can't make a decent pie crust without lard either.
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  Stop Blaming Saturated Fat

  by freydi in

  1. watchtower
  2. medical

  that is incorrect as saturated fats raise both the good and the bad cholesterol and they do not cause fatty deposits in the arteries.

  this is because all vegetable oils oxidize; especially when used in cooking.

  saturated fat .

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  I just had 4 eggs for breakfast, cooked in homemade butter, with multi-grain toast with more butter.
  
  Body's a machine. Needs Grease!
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  The Watchtower's Hope For Mankind (song parody)

  by new light in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  for some reason that horrible death march song #23 was in my head.

  you know the one....dark days are here, man lives in fear... then it breaks into that ridiculous "but the bible gives us a reason for cheer.".

  23 the watchtower's hope for mankind .

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  http://www.caic.org.au/jws/humour/violets.htm
  
  WATCHTOWER & AWAKE SONG
  (tune of Sweet Violets)
  by Dale Baker
  
  There once was an elder who stood at my door,
  He said I was wicked, my wife was a- ( )
  apostate and both of us might just as well
  resign from the Watchtower and go straight to ( )
  bed without dinner for doubting their word,
  that everything God said was written-in the
  
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  Stop Blaming Saturated Fat

  by freydi in

  1. watchtower
  2. medical

  that is incorrect as saturated fats raise both the good and the bad cholesterol and they do not cause fatty deposits in the arteries.

  this is because all vegetable oils oxidize; especially when used in cooking.

  saturated fat .

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  NewsTarget.com printable article
  Originally published November 30 2007
  The Great Fat Debate - Why Virgin Coconut Oil Is Best
  by Teya Skae
  
  (NewsTarget) There is so much media hype from the mainstream media and leading health authorities, including the naturopathic community, suggesting the many ill effects of consuming Trans Fatty Acids (TFA’s) that the topic of the Great Fat Debate deserves a closer look for the sake of our heath and understanding.
  
  Whilst there is unanimous agreement that TFA’s are problematic and are to be avoided at all costs, some explanations are confusing at best or misleading at worst. It is time for more clarity so we can all choose the fats that are good and avoid those that are bad.
  
  Let’s look at some of these warnings:
  
  Rekha Balu, writing for the Wall Street Journal, states that TFA’s are like saturated fats “which raise bad cholesterol, causing a build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries.” That is incorrect as saturated fats raise both the good and the bad cholesterol and they do not cause fatty deposits in the arteries. An under-active thyroid coupled with stress and a diet high in polyunsaturated oils cause a build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries.
  
  Lynn Roblin, writing for the Toronto Star, advises consumers to avoid TFA’s by consuming more vegetable oils, such as olive oil and canola oil, in preference to butter and coconut oil. Let’s remember that vegetable oils such as canola and safflower are rich in omega-6 fatty acids which have now been proven to cause oxidation of our cells. This reaction leads to inflammation which in turn promotes degenerative conditions and premature aging.
  
  Harvard nutritionist Frank Hu, featured in an article for the Washington Post, says butter is better than margarine, but tub or liquid margarine made from commercial vegetable oils is “a more healthful choice than butter.” What Mr. Hu is promoting is the omega-6 fatty acids which have been hydrogenated and these are technically TFA’s. Quite confusing indeed!
  
  Why is there so much confusion amongst health authorities in relation to fats?
  
  This is because in 1961, the American Heart Association published its first dietary guidelines aimed at the public. The authors, Dr. Ancel Keys, Irving Page, Jeremiah Stamler and Frederick Stare, called for the substitution of polyunsaturated oils for saturated fat. This was put forth even though Keys, Stare and Page had all previously noted in their published papers that the increase in Heart Disease was due to increasing consumption of vegetable oils. The 1961 report did not publish this fact, even after a 1956 paper by Dr. Keys suggested that the increasing use of partially hydrogenated vegetable oils (which is what TFA’s technically are) is one of the culprits in the heart disease epidemic.
  
  Why was Dr. Keys report ignored?
  
  For obvious economic reasons the vegetable oil industry then squashed the reports on the dangers of vegetable oils and stealthily began their phony attack on making saturated fats - meat, eggs, cheese, butter and coconut oil responsible for heart disease.
  
  In actuality, saturated fats are shown to help in preventing heart disease. If we examine the health statistics along with the research on saturated fats consumption from the nations that consume large amounts of saturated fats in their diet, we find that they are among the healthiest nations /tribes/cultures in the world. Herein lies the big ‘fat’ confusion.
  
  Let’s look closer at the FAT debate:
  
  TFA’s are typically found in processed foods such as cookies, margarine, fried foods, fried potatoes, potato chips, crackers, breaded chicken, and fast food. McDonald’s has admitted its french fries contain a third more TFA’s than they had thought. In New York City, there are hefty fines imposed upon restaurants if they are not compliant with avoiding TFA’s in their cooking; this ordinance took effect as of July 2007.
  
  Polyunsaturated Fats Defined
  
  Polyunsaturated oils are liquid at room temperature. Polyunsaturated fats such as Safflower, Corn, Sunflower, Soybean and Cottonseed Oils all contain over 50% omega-6 fatty acids. Safflower oil contains almost 80% omega-6. Researchers have now discovered there are dangers in consuming more of omega-6 oils in our diet then we need. The ideal ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 (the essential fatty acid) is 1:1. This is easily achieved if one avoids the use of vegetable oils as omega-6 is far more abundant in our diet then omega-3 essential fatty acids, which is found in cold water fish - salmon, sardines and mackerel.
  
  TFA’s Defined
  
  In order to have polyunsaturated fats last longer and make them look more appealing, food manufacturers use a process called "hydrogenation". Hydrogenation is a process that takes unsaturated liquid fat (usually some kind of vegetable oil) and adds hydrogen. The result is a TFA.
  
  During hydrogenation, oil is heated to an extremely high temperature; this causes the oil to rapidly oxidize and create free-radicals. In basic chemistry 101, free radicals cause prolific cell damage and is responsible for premature aging.
  
  Even using the so called "healthiest" organic vegetable oils, which includes olive oil, in baking and frying creates free radicals. This is because all vegetable oils oxidize; especially when used in cooking. They not only produce TFA’s but form free radicals - lethal combination for our bodies. The only oil that does not oxidize, even at 170 degree Celsius, is Organic Virgin Coconut oil which is a saturated fat. Amazing!
  
  Avoiding TFA’s at all costs is a must according to the WHO (World Health Organization). This is because TFA’s are injurious to the heart and have been linked to cancer, atherosclerosis, diabetes, obesity, immune system dysfunction, birth defects, difficulty in lactation, and problems with bones and tendons. So we want to exclude them from our diet, yet it is difficult when some of the most tempting foods such as commercial cakes, biscuits, chocolates, and potato chips are laden with TFA’s.
  
  Why Saturated fats are not TFA’s
  
  TFA’s have similar properties to saturated fatty acids when used in baked goods, but the claim that TFA’s are like saturated fatty acids is incorrect in view of their molecular bonding/structure and their biological effect in our bodies. This is the area that has been mostly ignored by mainstream media and even among the naturopathic community according to lipid and nutritional expert Dr. Mary G. Enig. Enig campaigned against TFA’s back in the late 1970’s after completing her most extensive research on the analysis of all fats. For more extensive information, see Mary G. Enig’s PhD Nourishing Traditions: The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition (www.newtrendspublishing.com)
  
  So which oils do we use now? A good option is Organic Virgin Coconut oil. This is a saturated fat that is unlike any other fat and truly deserves a classification of its own. With all the research and studies on saturated fats to date, health authorities still group TFA’s with healthy saturated fats like coconut oil. Coconut oil is not only the healthiest saturated fat but is one of the healthiest foods we can consume on a daily basis. Let’s examine the most misunderstood fat that is actually a super food.
  
  Why is Coconut oil unique and unlike any other fat?
  
  Coconut oil is made up of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA’s). Two-thirds of the saturated fat in coconut oil is a medium-chain saturated fat. This important fact deserves clarification as MCFA’s actually helps us to lose weight, lower cholesterol, improve diabetic conditions and reduce the risk of heart disease.
  
  One of the most outstanding benefits of consuming MCFA’s is that they do not require the liver and gallbladder to digest and emulsify them. This means instant energy and increased thermogenesis (increased metabolic rate in the body) which leads to more heat production as well as improved circulation. For anyone with impaired fat digestion or a removed gallbladder, coconut oil is the only oil to consume as it is very easily digested.
  MCFA’s are also known for having antimicrobial and anti-fungal properties, so they are beneficial to our immune system. In addition, coconut oil assists people with under-active thyroids by increasing the metabolic rate of the body and creating more energy.
  
  Ray Peat Ph.D., a physiologist who has worked with progesterone and related hormones since 1968, says that the sudden surge of polyunsaturated oils in the food chain post World War II has caused many changes in hormones. He writes:
  
  Their [polyunsaturated oils] best understood effect is their interference with the function of the thyroid gland. Polyunsaturated oils block thyroid hormone secretion, its movement in the circulatory system, and the response of tissues to the hormone. When the thyroid hormone is deficient, the body is generally exposed to increased levels of oestrogen. The thyroid hormone is essential for making the ‘protective hormones’ progesterone and pregnenolone, so these hormones are lowered when anything interferes with the function of the thyroid. The thyroid hormone is required for using and eliminating cholesterol, so cholesterol is likely to be raised by anything that blocks the thyroid function ( [link to www.efn.org]
  It is very interesting to note that high cholesterol is not a sign of eating too much saturated fat. High cholesterol in a lot of the cases is due to an under-active thyroid which affects the liver as well as the many loops and feedback systems within the endocrine system. Stress and the over consumption of carbohydrates/sugars also form high levels of cholesterol.
  
  What are saturated fats and why do we need them?
  
  Saturated fats are semi solid at room temperature and are found in animal products such as meat, poultry, lard, poultry skin, whole milk, cheese, eggs, butter and tropical oils such as coconut and palm oil.
  
  Our body actually needs saturated fats to stay healthy. Why?
  
  1) Saturated fats constitute at least 50% of our cell’s membranes - the phospholipid component of every cell. Saturated fatty acids are what gives our cells structural integrity, so the cell walls are not weak and can protect the inside of the cells.
  
  2) Saturated fatty acids play a vital role in the health of our bones. For calcium to be effectively utilized by the bones, at least 50% of the dietary fats should be saturated.
  
  3) Saturated fatty acids actually lower Lipoprotein (a), a substance in the blood that leads to heart disease, whereas excess consumption of vegetable oils increases it.
  
  4) Saturated fatty acids protect the liver from alcohol and other toxins, including Tylenol, a pain reliever.
  
  5) Saturated fatty acids are needed for the proper utilization of omega-3 essential fatty acids because omega-3’s are better retained in the tissues when the diet is rich in saturated fats (particularly organic virgin coconut oil)
  
  6) Saturated stearic acid found in beef and cocoa, and palmitic acid found in coconut oil are the preferred foods for the heart; which is why the fat around the heart muscle is highly saturated. The heart draws on this reserve of fat in times of stress.
  
  7) Saturated fatty acids such as caprylic acid found abundantly in coconut oil, is anti fungal and helps combat candida (yeast overgrowth that is common in our society).
  
  8) While saturated fats raise both the bad and the good cholesterol, TFA’s as well as excess consumption of omega-6 fatty acids raise the bad Low Density Lipo-protein (LDL) and suppress the good High Density Lipo-protein (HDL) cholesterol, making it even worse.
  
  In conclusion, avoiding TFA’s is a must. There are no tolerance levels. They are serious culprits of degenerative conditions disguised in some of the most tempting foods to date. Avoiding over consumption of polyunsaturated oils (omega-6 fatty acids) such as flax oil and completely avoiding corn, soy, safflower and canola is a great start, as polyunsaturated oils have been shown to contribute to heart disease, inflammation, under-active thyroid and weight gain.
  
  Use virgin organic coconut oil. I stress the importance of using only virgin organic coconut oil because the refined version of coconut oil no longer has the same structure and same health benefits as the virgin organic coconut oil. In fact, consuming plain coconut oil can even give someone a headache or nausea.
  
  The food manufacturers will not willingly return to using naturally saturated fats such as coconut oil, palm oil, butter and lard because they are more expensive. Only a concerted demand by educated consumers will bring traditional healthy fats back into our commercial food supply and restaurant cooking.
  
  Using organic coconut oil in all cooking and baking is the best choice for a healthy alternative. Because virgin coconut oil is completely saturated and no TFA’s can be made from it, it is therefore harmless. In addition, it does not oxidize, even at 170 degrees Celsius.
  
  Virgin Coconut oil is the fat of fats as it also helps us burn body fat for energy because of its unique molecular structure of medium chain fatty acids. So do enjoy eating more organic virgin coconut oil, drinking organic coconut milk/crème in your teas as well as pouring it over your porridge and munching on macaroons made from organic cocoa and desiccated organic coconut for health and longevity.
  
  References
  
  Keys, A., "Diet and Development of Coronary Heart Disease", J. Chron. Dis. 4(4):364-380, October 1956
  Rekha Balu, “Trans Fat: Taste Buds Cry ‘Yes!’ but Arteries Demur,” The Wall Street Journal, June 8, 1998
  Lynn Roblin, “Not all fats are created equal,” The Toronto Star Health Talk, June 24, 1998
  Fred Tasker, “A Churning Controversy,” The Washington Post Health, June 2, 1997
  Mary G. Enig PhD. Know Your Fats: The Complete Primer for Understanding the Nutrition of Fats, Oils and Cholesterol(Bethesda Press 2000)
  Sally Fallon and Mary G. Enig, PhD Nourishing Traditions: The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and the Diet Dictocrats (NewTrends Publishing 2000, www.newtrendspublishing.com
  www.mercola.com/2006/dec/26/the-health-harming-confusion-a bout-saturated-fats.htm
  The Healing Miracles of Coconut Oil, by Bruce Fife (Piccadilly Books, 2001).
  Eat Fat Look Thin by Bruce Fife (Piccadilly Books, 2002).
  
  About the author
  Teya Skae M.A., B.A.,Dip Health Sciences, Dip Clinical Nutrition
  Kinesiologist/Nutritionist/Writer
  Health/Life Coach and Educator
  Teya is the founder of Empowered Living
  www.empowered-living.com.au
  specialising in Metabolic Typing Nutrition and Results Fat Loss. Teya writes article for various publications and runs courses in health and human potential.
  Anonymous Coward
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  1/26/2008 9:33 AM
  Re: Saturated fat is the healthiest fat. Quote
  
  Saturated fat actually LOWERS your risk of heart disease. Men's Health joins the bandwagon.
  
  
  [link to www.menshealth.com]
  
  
  Saturated Fat
  Stop Blaming Saturated Fat
  
  The research is clear: Carbohydrates, not fats, are the foe in America's battle against heart disease and obesity
  By: Adam Campbell & Jeff Volek, Ph.D., R.D.
  
  
  The recent news that the Atkins low-carb diet works well and improves health has some people scratching their heads.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  --We typically eat more than a dozen kinds of saturated fat. Some have zero effect on cholesterol. Some raise bad (LDL) cholesterol, but all of them raise good (HDL) cholesterol to a greater extent. That’s a net gain in heart health.
  
  
  --The nation's top health organizations have for decades called saturated fat one of the main culprits for diet-related diseases, including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Problem is, this blame stems from research that is now seen as incomplete. For instance, a famous 1953 study took data from six countries, overlooking 16 countries whose numbers provide contradictory evidence. (Like France, for instance, or native cultures in Africa and Canada where high amounts of fat and saturated fat are eaten but heart disease is practically unknown.)
  
  
  --Since the 1970s, American men have decreased their saturated fat intake by 14 percent and increased their carbohydrate intake by 23 percent--yet rates of obesity and heart disease are increasing. You might say that carbohydrates make people fat, which leads to heart disease. Or that more carbohydrates you eat, the greater your risk for a heart attack.
  
  
  --But these simple numbers only suggest a cause. To prove something, you need a controlled experiment. There have been many such clinical trials, and not one has shown has shown that cutting back on saturated fat reduces heart disease risk.
  
  --When you look at the effect of saturated fat on health, you must also look at the intake of carbohydrates. Many studies have shown that if you replace carbs with fat, your triglycerides levels go down and your good cholesterol goes up. And your bad (LDL) cholesterol particles get bigger, which means they're less harmful.
  
  
  --Here's a paradox for you: A high saturated fat intake decreases blood levels of saturated fat. How can this be? Here's how: The saturated fat in your blood comes from both the food you eat and from your liver, which produces saturated fat. The more carbs you eat, the higher your insulin levels climb, which signals your liver to produce saturated fat. If you go on a low-carb diet, your insulin levels drop, and so does production of saturated fat.
  
  --A bonus: with low insulin levels, your body can burn more fat for energy, decreasing your sat-fat levels even more.
  
  http://www.godlikeproductions.com/forum1/message478052/pg1
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  WT says Thank God we're here for you!

  by ozziepost in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  appearing as their feature article today on their official website is this from an awake!

  article of last year: .

  true christians shining in the darknessbefore the weeds of false christianity are collected and destroyed, however, jesus illustration indicates something else that must happen.

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  freydi

  The jw's have brainwashed themselves into thinking that they have a pristine organization that they keep that way by df'g 40,000 a year. Of course it's a total lie, but it's part of the mind control that they force people to believe along with everything else that they come up with. And you'd better agree with it or else.
  
  As Pastor Russell wrote regarding the Papacy, it holds equally true for Babylon III, aka, the wtbts
  
  "The emperor was there persuaded to declare that those who resisted the judgment of this clerical body in matters of faith should prepare themselves for immediate exile. And their decisions were declared to be of divine authority. This spirit of intolerance soon ripened into bitter and relentless persecution. Constantine issued two penal laws against heresy, and his example was followed by succeeding emperors--Valentinian, Gratian, Theodosius, Arcadius, and Honorius. Theodosius published fifteen, Arcadius twelve, and Honorius no less than eighteen of these statutes. These are recorded in the Theodosian and in the Justinian codes, to the disgrace of their priestly and imperial authors. What Antichrist was pleased to call heresy (much of which was truth and righteousness..............*Vol. II, page 236.) was classed as worse than infidelity, and both were opposed by kings, emperors and theologians; and both were persecuted, especially the former, by the Inquisition." VOL II <PAGE 333>
  
  Mind control involves the use of fear. Of course the dubs can't start another inquistion. But they'd like to as evidenced by the following from one of their magazines.
  
  <<<"The law of the land and God’s law through Christ forbid us to kill apostates, even though they be members of our own flesh-and-blood family relationship.">>>
  
  No different than radical Muslims. Just fair and balanced reporting.
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  what is the official JW view on bible students?

  by hamilcarr in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  while visiting some bible students sites, i wondered what the official jw view on these organizations is.

  are they part of babylon the great simply because of refuting the post-1916 developments and the governing body?

  as far as i know, they do not adhere to any of the false teachings jw like to refer to in debunking the rcc and traditional protestantism, such as hellfire, trinity, immortal soul.

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  For the most part they deny their existance.
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  Abstain from Blood...

  by hotchocolate in

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  2. bible

  my first post was a few days ago now, and finally my heart has stopped pounding whenever i log on.. :-).

  so, i have been in the truth all my life, 3rd generation witness, never left, never been in trouble, pioneered for years, and am a respected member of my congregation.

  at the moment.

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  freydi

  Isn't it absurd to say it's a crime to take whole blood but up to your conscience if you want to take it in parts? Yes indeed, are they abstaining or not? It's like being told you can't eat pizza, but it's a conscience matter if you want to eat the ingredients separately. www.bibletoday.com