2. Identify impact toxins are having on your life. For example, poor spending habits have far reaching impacts, what lessons are you teaching your kids, are you creating any strains on your friendships by borrowing money, is your health being impacted by worry and stress of making ends meet.

3. For each toxin list 3-5 ways to eliminate it. Be practical, be outrageous, be creative; list any and everything that comes to mind.

4. Implement easiest ideas first. No need to be overwhelmed or further stressed by overextending yourself. Set up quick hits. The momentum you create from easy victories can carry you on to more difficult tasks.

5. Evaluate your progress often. Ships don't set their course once and then hope they make it to their destination. Instead they constantly check their location and make corrections as necessary. You can do same.

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So while researchers are busy researching, let’s enjoy our summer and grill using precautions. It just wouldn’t be right to have to give up grilling. Here are some formulas to make a quick marinade adding flavors of your choice. Makes 4 servings.

1 tsp to 1 Tbsp oil

¼ c liquid, like vinegar or juice

1 tsp dried herbs or 1 Tbsp fresh chopped

1-2 cloves crushed garlic

Asian: Sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic

Italian: olive oil, red wine vinegar, ginger, garlic

Southwest: oil, lime and orange juice, chile powder, garlic

Remember you want vitamin C, vitamin E and naturally-occurring compounds in herbs and spices that have those cancer-fighting properties. Also keep in mind that enzymes are present naturally in raw foods that we eat. When we cook food we often destroy these enzymes. Enzymes break down food into basic components so that body can absorb nutrients necessary for building cells, tissues, and organs. That’s why it is so important to provide body with vital enzymes.

Happy Grilling!

Sources: American Institute for Cancer Research, Cell Tech International

Melinda Kempenich is mother of three children and wife of a State Representative from great State of North Dakota. Her summers are often filled with many outdoor activities and great grilling affairs. If you would like to receive free “The Importance of Enzymes Booklet” please check out her website: Health So Serene at http://www.healthsoserene.info to request a copy, or e-mail her at mybabies58623@yahoo.com, she’d love to hear from you! You are also welcome to send your request to her at: Melinda Kempenich, 9005 151ST Ave SW, Bowman, ND 58623