What does it take to blossom? (Part 3)

In this section of blossoming we will look at (2) aspects of the flower that could aid us in defining who we are to become.  A thought came to me while driving, it made me think and I find it appropriate for our discussion.  "Reality can exists in fantasy by our aptitude of believing", I found this thought provoking and warming in the same sense.  What we believe can manifest itself in our realm of reality.  The power of thought is often taught and lauded over, but never realized or practiced.

In this discussion on blossoming we will cover (2) aspects, radiance and attractiveness.  To become someone who exemplified these qualities, one would most definitely have to think in a fashion that was both brilliant and inviting.  To think in that way, we would have to know what those qualities looked like.  Brilliance is often reserved for diamonds and the absolutely finer things in life, so in our case being brilliant means thinking and being greater than our contemporaries and using our efforts to set the precedent for which all others must be measured.

Radiance, the name radiance almost shines coming out of our mouths and evoke a standard that is most unfamiliar to the majority of us.  Just as a diamond shines its brightest from within, so should we.  However, our exterior is important as well, no matter how bright the light, if blocked by an object or shaded, its light is lessened.

Attractiveness is inviting and pleasant, thinking about our previous discussion our scent can attract people, this portion of attractiveness may be able to keep people.  It is who we have designed ourselves to be in our mind and convinced ourselves of it in our hearts.  An attractive flower needs no name, nor does it require an introduction, in the same manner we would need to set ourselves apart not so much by what we say, but what we're known for.

 Looking at a flower and appreciating its attractiveness and admiring its brilliance seems natural, and it is.  Each flower has its unique brilliance and we do as well.  Finding our own strengths and choosing to be ourselves beautifully makes all the difference.

Be brilliant, and know you are attractive by means of how you think.  These qualities cannot be taken, but given away by poor choices and hurtful decisions.  If it is our resolve, let us always use our cognitive abilities to move us progressively towards brilliance.  Let us not act as if we have no direction, and let us not move as someone unwise.

Has the answer been inside us all this time?

Though, Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonist sounds like it would fit between hydrogenated oil and High Fructose corn syrup, this substance is found within all of us.  Located in our intestines this hormone can perform many interesting functions. This hormone is released when we eat and suppresses glucagon secretion and stimulates insulin.  Researchers at the University of Copenhagen set out to further understand GLP-1R agonist and its effects on patients with diabetes.  They found that this hormone not only aided with insulin and glucagon, but also helped with weight loss.  Its effects on blood pressure and cholesterol and liver enzymes is still being studied.  The article goes on to suggest that GLP-1R agonist may benefit populations with diabetes.

 This is fascinating news for the fact that this hormone is naturally produced in the body and also helps maintain a "cornerstone" of overall health which is diet and an active lifestyle.  Further research is necessary, however this discovery could prove to help populations with chronic disease and suffer from morbid obesity.  The article goes on to state that, "The benefit was seen for patient's with and without type 2 diabetes, but may be more pronounced in patients without diabetes."  This suggests that this hormone could be used for commercial weight loss in populations that don't struggle with cardio-vasculture (CVD) or type II diabetes.

My opinion on the matter, though, this discover is fascinating and seems from the onset to be a great tool in the construction of a healthier and more well people, we need to keep in mind two points.  (1) This hormone is secreted from the body when needed and does an effective job, so, could the presence of too much of this hormone create unsafe and unpredictable effects to the body.  (2) Does the idea of creating GLP-1 as a weight loss supplement add or take away from the cornerstone of health and wellness?  This is important as our society is looking for "easy" ways to remove dieting and exercise from their lives in hopes to loose the pounds and keep the habits.

Overall, I find that once more evidence based literature emerges we can see a clearer picture of how GLP-1 will effect the lives of those struggling with CVD or diabetes and obesity.  Until then, I feel this hormone can be affective in populations suffering from obese related co-morbidities.  Education is the key to health and wellness, once educated our perception is changed or impacted which is our own understanding of our health.  This is most important as health is defined by those who can access it, as oppose to all who deserve it.