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Yogurt Parfait

Yogurt parfait is a delicious way to start your morning or for an afternoon snack!
Its loaded with nutrition!

Start with organic yogurt– Most organic yogurt have probiotics. Probiotics are good bacteria that will crowd out the harmful bacteria in your digestive tract. Bad bacteria seriously effects your immunity and overall health. It can cause digestive issues, bloating and acne! Antibiotics rid you of good and bad bacteria. And, unfortunately, when they come back, the bad bacteria can overtake the good bacteria! So probiotics is especially good after taking antibiotics. Also yogurt is packed with vitamins like potassium, phosphorus, riboflavin, iodine, zinc, B5 and B12.

berriesThen add some berries and banana. Berries are packed with antioxidants, like vitamin C. Vitamin C is responsible for the health of collagen. So if you want your skin to age well.. Eat your berries! Also, berries are mostly water. Its a wonderful way to keep hydrated and lose weight!

bananaBananas are packed with goodness! They are a great source of B6, manganese, vitamin C and potassium to name a few. In fact, its one of our main sources of potassium! Potassium is a mineral that helps with maintaining healthy blood pressure.

granolaLastly, add some granola! Granola is a great source of fiber, which helps digestion and constipation. Its also a good source of healthy fats. We all need fat, so if you chose healthy sources you are more likely not to crave the bad fat.

Enjoy your healthy and yummy breakfast!

What are your favorite healthy snacks?

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Think Dirty

I thought this was a fabulous post about an app that scans your beauty products and tells you if they’re safe! I’m definately downloading this! I hope you enjoy this idea as much as I do!

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Today’s post is going to be pretty different from my usual blabbering. I wanted to share with you all an app I recently downloaded called ‘Think Dirty” and no… it’s not what you’re thinking. This app scans your beauty products and tells you if the ingredients are safe. I believe this app is currently only available for Apple products, but don’t hold me to that.

Here’s an example (note the different shades of the Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation have different ingredients, so if you use this particular foundation, be sure to look up your colour. The different shades have drastically different ratings).

I first looked up the current foundation I’m using, once you have selected the product, it gives you a scale from 0-10 on the top right corner, 0 meaning the product is completely clean, with no potentially harmful chemicals, no nasties. 10 means the product…

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Being Healthy- One of My Favorite Tips For Overall Health (Part 3)- HONEY

I believe an overall healthy lifestyle is so much better than yo-yo dieting. Maintenance is key! Here is a health tip that has made a big difference in my health over the years! I will be sharing more health tips in future posts so look out for more great tips!

HONEY

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There are so many wonderful benefits of HONEY! Its not just a sweetener! Before we begin, there are different types of honey, so lets break it down a bit. Processed honey, that you typically buy at the grocery store is quite a bit cheaper than raw honey. Well there is a reason for that!

Processed honey has no traces of pollen. Raw honey does have traces of pollen, so in turn, it can help build an immunity to allergens so its wonderful for allergy sufferers. Also, when honey is pasteurized and processed, it loses its beneficial vitamins and enzymes. So when I refer to the benefits of honey I am speaking of raw honey. Processed honey does not have the same benefits! My personal favorites are Manuka honey and local raw honey.

So, what other uses does have honey have besides sweetening your tea???

  • Honey is incredibly hydrating! Did you know that honey is natural humectant? That means it draws moisture into the skin. The humectant qualities of honey are incredible!
  • Honey also has antimicrobial and antioxidant properties!
  • The antimicrobial properties make it a super acne fighter! Most of the time, acne is caused by the build-up of oil and dirt on skin. Since honey absorbs impurities from the pores on the skin, it acts as a great cleanser. Honey is also a natural antiseptic, and soothes and heals your skin. Use it all over your face or troubled areas as a spot treatment and it will eat away at the bacteria! The result is clear skin!!                          Note: If your acne is caused by hormones or a reaction to something honey may not completely clear it.
  • The antioxidants neutralize the free radicals that are responsible for the signs of aging! So start now and use it on a regular basis (three times a week) for beautiful smooth skin for years!

To treat your face with honey.. Simply wash your face then slather a layer of honey on your skin and leave for 15 min or as long as you like… And rinse with warm water.

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Also refer to the amazing honey scrub, in my post.. DIY Face and Body Scrub

  • Honey can contribute to weight loss!

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Add honey, lemon and cinnamon to warm water and drink everyday on an empty stomach. This is a great way to cleanse your liver, remove toxins and flush fat! Honeys “sugar” affects the body differently than table sugar. Researchers have found that, in most people, honey helps with weight loss and prevents weight gain. Lemons have compounds called  polyphenols that have been found to suppress weight gain and improve blood sugar levels. Cinnamon has been shown to reduce inflammation in the body and improves insulin’s ability to metabolize blood sugar.

The combination makes for a great weight loss drink!

  •  This drink is also great for boosting your immune system! Drink everyday on an empty stomach to keep away the flu and common cold. For kids with night time cough or upper respiratory tract infection,take one to two tablespoons of honey before bed.

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Honey is antibacterial.

  • This makes it wonderful for cuts, scrapes and burns. Applied topically, honey promotes rapid tissue repair. And keeps wounds sterile, preventing further infection.

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  • Honey soothes indigestion. The antiseptic properties of honey relieve acidity in the stomach and improve digestion. Honey also neutralizes gas and soothes your stomach! Take one or two tablespoons before a heavy meal to prevent indigestion. Or, add honey and lemon to warm water and drink after a heavy meal to help move food through the digestive tract.

I hope you enjoyed my tid bits on honey! If you’d like to share anything you know about honey, please comment below! Also if you try any of my remedies mentioned below, I’d love to hear how it is working for you!

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Why Wear an Eyemask

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I’ve always wanted to try an eye mask but I had no idea why people wore them. So recently I picked one up and was surprised what a difference it made in my sleep quality! It blocked out all the light and therefore helped me fall asleep much quicker and stay asleep all night!

  When it’s dark, our bodies produce a hormone called Melatonin. Some people refer to it as the “sleep” hormone. Melatonin helps regulate our sleep. The darker it is, the more our brains produce it and the better we sleep.  So if there’s any light coming into your bedroom it can effect your quality of sleep!

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Eye masks are wonderful for people who work the third shift and have to sleep during the day. Also for sleeping on airplanes and for taking naps! As an added bonus they can help with puffy eyes!

So, if you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, give it a try! As a side note, if you don’t usually set an alarm clock you may want to do this when you first start using an eye mask. The natural sunlight won’t be waking you up in the morning.

Eye masks are not just for the posh women. They are for anyone who wants a good night sleep!

Let me know how it works for you!

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Being Healthy- One of My Favorite Tips For Overall Health (Part 2)

coconut oil2 I believe an overall healthy lifestyle is so much better than yo-yo dieting. Maintenance is key! Here is a health tip that has made a big difference in my health over the years! I will be sharing more health tips in future posts so look out for more great tips!

Coconut Oil

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Where do I begin! There are SO many benefits to Coconut Oil. To start, I recommend using Organic Extra Virgin, Cold Pressed Coconut Oil. I just picked up a great one at Costco.

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My favorite use for Coconut Oil is for my skin. It is our largest organ so we may as well take care of it, right! Skin naturally produces an oil called sebum.. When sebum mixes with too much dirt, bacteria, and dead skin cells it can clog pores and lead to acne and other blemishes. Coconut oil naturally clears away dirt, grime, and dead skin cells. It even has some antibacterial properties, killing off harmful bacteria. So its wonderful for acne! It softens the skin so it helps with wrinkles, giving your skin a smoother appearance.  It aids in healing cuts, scrapes and bug bites. Its also an antioxidant so it helps prevent cellular aging.

I use it to clean my face. It does a great job removing makeup! I also use a blend of Coconut Oil and Organic sugar as a scrub for my face and body. It feels luxurious! Your skin will feel smooth and hydrated.

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Did you know that Coconut oil is a natural sunscreen!? It is only about an SPF 4 so you still need to apply sunscreen. But it helps for every day use! All natural sunscreen! So go ahead and throw it in your beach bag!

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Another wonderful use for Coconut Oil is as a hair mask! Coconut oil reduces protein loss for both damaged and undamaged hair. Coconut oil is hydrophobic, meaning it repels water. When its applied as a pre-wash conditioner, it inhibits the penetration of water into each strand, which would otherwise cause the cuticle, or surface of the hair shaft, to rise, making it prone to damage and breakage. Also,  when its applied as a pre-wash treatment, a small amount is able to penetrate deeper into the hair shaft during the wash, when the hair fiber swells slightly. So its fabulous for people who struggle with frizzy hair! I recommend this to my clients all the time!

I usually comb it through my hair and massage into my scalp one evening a week. Braiding your hair keeps it from getting all over everything. I put it on in the evening and sleep with it. (You may need to put a towel or old pillow case over your pillow) And I shampoo it out in the morning. I always shampoo twice, then condition.

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There are so many other uses and benefits of Coconut Oil. I could go on and on!

I hope you enjoyed these tips! If you have any tips you’d like to share please leave a comment below. Or if you use my tips be sure to let me know how it works for you!

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