Promises of quick and easy weight loss define fad diets. They claim you can lose fat, inches, and improve your health by taking this pill or drinking that juice, no exercise needed. It’s that easy.

“If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing. Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.” 1 Corinthians 13:3-8a

By CCM Medical Director, Dr. Alesia Greene While electronic cigarettes and vaping made a big impact on the American market in 2007, the idea of electronic cigarettes has been around since the 1960s. Its popularity has sky-rocketed as more restrictions on smoking in public places and known negative effects of tobacco have been accepted, but is it really different than traditional tobacco?

By guest financial blogger, Jason Cabler

Millions of Americans are affected by painful and embarrassing inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). We all have to eat and eliminate waste to survive, but for some of us this process causes a lot of concern. In this article, we'll learn about inflammatory bowel diseases, how they develop, as well as what to do to minimize symptoms and embarrassment.

By Medi-Share member and "Friends Sharing Friends" guest, Peter Rosenberger

- Updated March 2024 As a faith-based health care sharing ministry, Medi-Share provides an alternative to health insurance. Under the Christian Care Ministry umbrella, Medi-Share strongly emphasizes biblical values and community support. We have compiled some of our most frequently asked questions to help you better understand what Medi-Share is and if its God-centered, Christian approach is right for you and your family. Join us as we explore how we handle pre-existing conditions, prescription drugs, pregnancy, and more.

By guest financial blogger, Jason Cabler When it comes to personal finance, the average American family struggles with debt daily. Unfortunately, it’s a problem that most of us seem to believe is inevitable, even necessary, to live a normal life. But while being deep in debt is “normal” for most, it’s definitely not necessary.