Health tip: What’s the best way to quit sugar? Just to be clear, there’s no need to eliminate all sugars. The natural sugars found in whole fruit and dairy are fine. So is the occasional sweet treat. That said, try not to go overboard. Know that beverages are the leading source of sugars. Instead, try naturally flavored sparkling...
Beauty TipGood news! The braids, ponytails and buns that keep hair out of your face, also create an illusion of less frizz. Apply your leave-in products allowing your hair to air and your hair will love drying heat free.Health TipIceberg lettuce is not only high in water and fiber but it’s also a source of vitamins A and K. One cup of...
Beauty TipThe days are longer, temperatures are higher, and no one wants to deal with a complicated beauty regime. Fortunately, we can live in a hat all summer and still look stylish. The trick is to make sure you can see hair under your hat. Consider a loose low side ponytail, braid or bun, with a few wisps framing your face. Health...
Health TipVitamin D, the sunshine vitamin, is produced by the body when sunlight strikes the skin. Sufficient amounts can help tame muscle spasms. While sunscreen is necessary to protect the skin from cancer, it also blocks the skin from the sun, preventing it from producing vitamin D to help the spasms. It may be easier to take a daily supplement...
Health TipsHealthy snacking can be a good thing. It lets you, potentially, consume lots of the vitamins, minerals and nutrients, you miss with your meals. It’s almost impossible to reap these nutrients from meals alone. So think nuts, berries, yogurt, granola, fruit and raw veggies: no cheating with sugary treats. Keep snacking healthy...
Beauty TipTry not to over-file your nails: It can make them more likely to tear. Always file nails in one direction, as opposed to using a sawing motion. Rounded, or softly squared shaping is best for preventing breaks. Rule of thumb, no pun intended, is to always rub hand lotion onto bare nails while applying to your hands. This keeps the nail...
Health TipsIf you forgot to make a New Year’s resolution, don’t worry… it’s not too late. In fact the later you make your resolution, the easier it can be to keep and can create a feeling of great accomplishment. Think of small, achievable goals like having a healthy salad per day or eating a handful of nuts, berries or fruit...
Beauty Tip – one secret to younger looking skin may be lurking in an unlikely place. Possibly in your fridge. Mushrooms contain the highest level of antioxidants that have been shown to help fight signs of aging. Use in soups,salads , sandwiches, gravies,pizzas, pastas,meat and egg dishes. Health Tip – Start walking for thirty minutes...
Health Tip: It’s lip chapping season again! Reminder, try to use a sunblock lip balm daily. Also lipstick protects women against skin cancer of the lip. That may be why that cancer is seen far more commonly in men. Beauty Tip: Adhesive strip nails are among the easiest to apply. Use tweezers to peel off backing. Align on nails and press out...
Beauty tip: Stay sharp while shaving your legs and underarms. Dull blades aren’t just less effective, but also cause skin irritation. Change blades at least every couple of months. Save shaving for last step in your shower. This gives the the warm water and steam time to soften hairs for gentler removal. Health Tip: To help you sleep better...
