So you’re hungry, really hungry, but you had something extra today already or you don’t feel up to a workout so you are looking for something that will fill your belly, without a ton of calories. How about a cup of soup for 50 calories? You can eat 3 cups of popcorn for a total […]
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They really are everywhere, in sunscreens, self-tanners, make-up, moisturizers, cleansers, beauty masks, and so much more. Just a few of the ones that are most dangerous and why. Keep this with you when you shop. Amazing poster!
I thought this was such a cool concept, I have made toilet bowl brush holders from plastic bottles, as well as crafts with the kids when they were younger, I really love the idea of making them into planters! These are a great and cheap way to send seedlings to friends for a house warming
We have had several requests for this stand by of comfort foods, in a healthier version. I found this one at http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/quick-recipes/dinner/healthy-mac-n-cheese/ The secret, I am told, is the Greek yogurt, which lends a richness and creaminess without the fat and calories of milk and butter. I am not a big fan so it’s not
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When was the last time you went dancing? Or danced alone? It is so fun, we often forget how much fun we have doing it until we are doing it again. Think of nights with the girls, dancing and laughing up a storm, or that date when you were magically dancing together to the music.
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How to Fire Up Your Thyroid Your thyroid is often rather ignored, unless it is not functioning properly. Having an underactive thyroid, or hypothyroidism, mimics many other processes in the body, and can include symptoms like hair loss, inability to lose weight, fatigue, depression, among others. Even if you have recently had your thyroid checked,
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Dr. Sherri J. Tenpenny is one of the most knowledgable physicians that question the efficacy of vaccines. While it’s a common belief that all vaccines are good and they all keep the disease away from us, but the truth is that some vaccines do more harm to our health than good. Please watch this
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Although water constitutes 55-60% of an average adult’s body weight, it’s much more in young adults: As we age, the amount of water in the body decreases. Many scientists see water as one of the most important factors in rejuvenation. Watch this short video to learn how water affects your body: The amount of recommended
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All my life I have battled occasional bouts of insomnia. My mom tells stories of going in to check on me at night, and I would be wide awake in my crib, content and quiet, just … awake. Mom always said I would grow up to be a nurse, and I did, it was the
Foods and Supplements for Fibromyalgia: The food list for fibromyalgia was obtained from Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN after my diagnosis, the list of supplements for fibromyalgia is from friends and various doctors, it’s a composite from many sources. Amounts recommended vary but I will try to help where I can. Foods to Kick Out
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Just a few tips to keep us motivated… If you are exercising outside in the cold please dress for the weather, in layers, and for comfort and ease of movement. Also if the air is so cold that it hurts to breathe, exercise inside today. If you can’t find half an hour work out for
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I am a genius at worrying, I think I could get a doctorate in it. I think too much, I look for hidden nuances, I drive myself into a state of panic. For no reason. I really believe worry is caused by a lack of faith, and lack of belief in oneself. When I really
So many people suffer from autism it’s a great idea to know the signs and symptoms. Love an compassion for people dealing with this is the best way to go. All of my friends raising autistic children are hurt at some time or another by ignorance. Knowledge is power.
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If you can’t fly, then run, if you can’t run, then walk, if you can’t walk, then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward. Martin Luther King Jr.
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This drink is so full of various antioxidants that blows your mind! Oolong and black tea, berries, honey, lime and more importantly ginger, all are amazing sources of antioxidants and they together harmonically come together. You can even serve this drink for your guests and you can add red wine and bring it to the
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[Last Updated: June 29th 2013] By: Dr. Nima Shei MD. Sleep is a very complex process that consists of different stages. While you’re asleep your brain is preparing you for the day ahead . Optimal amount of sleep varies by age and as we grow older we need less sleep: While a newborn needs 12-18
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If you have joint pain or osteoarthritis add curry powder or turmeric to your food. The curcumin compound in curry powder and turmeric has been shown to have strong anti-inflammatory effects: It lowers the production of some inflammatory agents, such as prostaglandin E2. Also new research at the Comprehensive Cancer Center in University of Michigan shows that
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If you have a mouth you should read this! All our lives we are taught about brushing and oral hygiene, but too many of us don’t know how many things it can affect. Poor oral care can cause problems with your heart, breathing, diabetes, cancer, pregnancy. and social life! Read this amazing infographic on good
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