Scrolling down the list of Amazon best-selling cookbooks & food books I was amazed at the amount of Paleo-related cookbooks and info. As a foodie, I’ve heard a lot about the Paleo diet but I really didn’t know what defined it- or why its followers are so passionate about it. At a glance it sounds… Continue reading Paleo 101: A Need-to-Know Guide to the Paleo Diet
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Sleep or Die?
Trying to do more, be more and achieve more has always been an American trait. If we can do more with less, we have achieved the accolade of all accolades. Many people talk of how they don’t sleep enough but “they are getting a lot done.” Startup businesses talk about sleepless nights. College students have… Continue reading Sleep or Die?
Why I Want to Stay Fit
We all want to look our best. And while a lot of people start going to the gym for swimsuit season, looking good in a swim suit is not my motivation behind setting the alarm clock early and hitting the street for an early run. For me, staying strong and fit isn’t just about today. Staying healthy… Continue reading Why I Want to Stay Fit
7 Essential Fruits & Vegetables for Beautiful Skin
Ever wondered if you could eat your way to beautiful skin? I’ve worked in skin care and cosmetics for enough years to see many products go through the market. Today cosmetic and skin care research is fueled by plant science. Scientists and researchers pull nutrients from plants, fruits and vegetables, infusing skin products with their… Continue reading 7 Essential Fruits & Vegetables for Beautiful Skin
Oil Therapy
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve developed quite the fixation with different types of oils for cooking, aromatherapy, beauty aides, and alternative medicine. So, I just wanted to take the time out to highlight some of my favorite oils and how I’ve found them helpful in my daily needs. Coconut Oil: Organic, Unrefined, Cold-Pressed, Extra Virgin… Continue reading Oil Therapy
7 Herbal Teas That Calm Anxiety
According to nonprofit organization Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders are the number one mental health problem in America, affecting about 18 percent of the population (40 million adults over 18 years of age). Adding herbal teas to your daily diet and routine can be both a healthy and convenient way to soothe… Continue reading 7 Herbal Teas That Calm Anxiety
Damn! Just When You Thought It Was Safe To Eat Healthy
“FEEL GOOD about what’s in this bottle. Our Vanilla Chai Tea is a smooth blend of brewed green tea, heart healthy soy portein, chai spices and a hint of vanilla flavor — it’s as nutritious as it is delicious!” Let’s face it; hundreds of multi-million dollar food corporations will go out of business if even just… Continue reading Damn! Just When You Thought It Was Safe To Eat Healthy
18 Amazing Facts About The Human Body
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A Few Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Abortions
Just a few things you may not have known about the women who have abortions. Almost 1 out of every 3 women in the United States will have an abortion before age 45 Most women having an abortion are in their 20’s 6 out of 10 women having an abortion already have children. And they… Continue reading A Few Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Abortions
The Young, The Poor, The Blacks And The Stupid
As we near the time for the gathering of soothe sayers, spin doctors and corporate-made shills to throw their hats in the ring for the circus of illusions that the 2012 presidential elections promises to be, I’m reminded of a technique commonly used in marketing. The target consumer’s tendencies, mood and environment are studied and well-known by those merchants whose livelihood depends upon consumers viewing… Continue reading The Young, The Poor, The Blacks And The Stupid