tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32557730479189194352024-03-05T03:19:14.602-08:00Living Healthy and HappyHealthy living tips, recipes and peaceful inspirationAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-66427182114585139172013-08-05T07:48:00.004-07:002013-08-05T07:53:46.271-07:00Jamba Juice Has Chia Seeds!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Imagine my delight when I walked into Jamba Juice for an afternoon pick-me-up and I notice a brightly decorated little sign that says, NEW right next to the words Chia Seeds! <br />
I have been a huge fan and supporter of chia seeds ever since I discovered how easy it is to add such a massive amount of nutrients in one meal or snack. <br />
Chia seeds are inexpensive, tasteless little power packed seeds that expand 9 times their original size in liquid so they fill you up faster and give you good fuel to burn from. <br />
These amazing little seeds are loaded with:<br />
<ul>
<li>iron</li>
<li>protein</li>
<li>more antioxidants that blueberries</li>
<li>more omega-3 and omega-6 than flax seed or salmon </li>
<li>and more fiber than black beans</li>
</ul>
There aren't many single foods that carry that many benefits.<br />
<em>Whether you go to Jamba Juice for the taste or nutrition or both, try some chia seeds in your next smoothie and feel the difference!</em><br />
<em></em><br />
<em>For more information on Chia Seeds see:</em><br />
<a href="http://roxanne459.hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Use-Chia-Seeds-for-Health" target="_blank">How to Use Chia Seeds for Health</a><br />
<a href="http://roxanne459.hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Eat-Chia-Seeds-for-Health-Benefits" target="_blank">How to Eat Chia Seeds for Health Benefits</a><br />
<a href="http://roxanne459.hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Soak-Chia-Seeds-Use-Chia-Seeds" target="_blank">How to Soak Chia Seeds Use Chia Seeds</a><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-34154976337388912452013-07-31T07:37:00.002-07:002013-07-31T07:37:23.194-07:00Garlic For Health
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSixp73hnKSYjAmSC04FwvHNsxmNOQP3p4QnN5X02F_CG-pUxt7dZ11DCGJIln49vxa4GZZ1GtEtz5ELCmtqBiuZEgKNRwOj8Z-xjDhixde2VWaLfYakxLyXqelELG4tp1_OYG8vINZoqW/s1600/garlic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSixp73hnKSYjAmSC04FwvHNsxmNOQP3p4QnN5X02F_CG-pUxt7dZ11DCGJIln49vxa4GZZ1GtEtz5ELCmtqBiuZEgKNRwOj8Z-xjDhixde2VWaLfYakxLyXqelELG4tp1_OYG8vINZoqW/s1600/garlic.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Garlic will
attack and may prevent many types of cancer. It has antibacterial properties
which make it a strong fighter against bacterial invasions such as Salmonella,
E-coli, Staph infection and the flu. </span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Fresh garlic reduces inflammation and pain
which makes it a wonderful help for people with arthritis.</span></span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To maximize
the benefits; when adding garlic to a recipe, cut or crush the garlic at 5-
10 minutes before cooking. The oxygen helps stimulate the enzymes that make it
so healthy. It is also important to add garlic to your recipe towards the end
of the cooking time. The longer it cooks and the hotter it gets, the greater
the chance of reducing the health benefits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><em>A good garlic
rule is: cut it first and use it last.</em></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">It’s important to note that putting garlic in the microwave is not recommended. The microwave
will kill the beneficial ingredients in the garlic.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: 142.5pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Garlic has a wonderful flavor and it is a key ingredient in many dishes but, if you are concerned about the smell,
there is a wide variety of no-odor garlic supplements available that carry many of the same
health benefits.</span> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><em>Did you know garlic is a vegetable?</em></strong> <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-22554139343148591812013-07-29T20:05:00.000-07:002013-07-29T20:08:40.380-07:00Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilkb3XjJ3gU5ETXmdmuWCZsAZAlzDKVSVx7etVEGJavM5fGBYAk2HblltfBIj9TYlHMMcdTYhXtqYNzXAq3JI4lfLRv_iS-gfjFuOiNREQQEPGTJsUpivFBtZbaLvDBV821NOkUTwQsSF-/s1600/applecidervinegar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilkb3XjJ3gU5ETXmdmuWCZsAZAlzDKVSVx7etVEGJavM5fGBYAk2HblltfBIj9TYlHMMcdTYhXtqYNzXAq3JI4lfLRv_iS-gfjFuOiNREQQEPGTJsUpivFBtZbaLvDBV821NOkUTwQsSF-/s1600/applecidervinegar.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Apple cider
vinegar is the only type of vinegar that is made primarily for health benefits and
remedies. Of course it is completely safe to use when cooking and cleaning as
well.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">One of the easiest ways to experience quick health benefits is to mix 2 tablespoons
of Apple Cider Vinegar in a full glass of water and drink 1-3 glasses per day. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This mixture will
show dramatic positive results with;<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<ul>
<li>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Digestion<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Constipation<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">diarrhea <o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">body odor<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">acid reflux<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">sinus infections<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">allergies<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">energy</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Women who add
Apple Cider Vinegar to their bath water can reduce or eliminate yeast
infections and regain the proper good bacteria balance after their menstrual
cycle.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The same antibacterial
and antifungal properties will drastically reduce or eliminate;<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<ul>
<li>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">foot and nail fungus<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">warts<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">acne<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">dandruff<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">sunburns<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">whitens teeth<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">and it’s great for your hair<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
</ul>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This stuff is
incredibly inexpensive and totally safe for your outside and inside so why not
give it a try?</span></span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The complete list
of Apple Cider Vinegar benefits would have to include its amazing cleaning
powers as well. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I</span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">t works wonders for cleaning </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">coffee makers, </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">dishwashers, </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">garbage disposals, </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">toilets </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">and stain removal.</span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It is simply amazing!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-21242997343437648382013-07-28T10:28:00.000-07:002013-07-28T10:31:46.952-07:00Laughter Really Can Be The Best Medicine<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">There is a reason
that we associate the sound of laughter with happiness. The simple act of
laughing has many health and emotional benefits. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The act of
laughing </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">reduces stress hormones, </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">boosts immunity, </span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">relieves pain and clears the mind.</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Even the toughest situations can be seen a little more clearly after a
good bout of laughter.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></span> </div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></span> <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Unfortunately, it
is difficult to laugh during the times when we need it the most. The following
are a few suggestions on how to find your healing laugh when faced with deep despair:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Having
relationship troubles? <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Push pause on the
romantic movie that will idolize what you think you’ve lost, watch a hilarious
comedy or your favorite sitcom instead.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Are experiencing
a loss?</span></span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Pull out some old
photos or mementos that will remind you of happy or silly times you had with
your loved one.</span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Surround yourself with other people who share
your pain and share your wonderful memories with each other.</span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Anytime you are feeling sad or down, find something to laugh about. A deep, hearty belly laugh will work wonders for your stress levels inside and your outlook. </span></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><em>“You can turn painful situations around through laughter. </em></strong></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><em>If
you can find humor in anything, even poverty, you can survive it.” – Bill Cosby<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><o:p></o:p></span></em></strong></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-21638285292852857772013-07-27T20:01:00.001-07:002013-07-27T20:01:33.711-07:00Great Sources of Fiber for Health and Weight Loss
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqcR-CxnXdwD_xl5FFv9grbsUcfphkrsm06q-LA0kwCSQviT3ISmKSj1H_8A-RB4RsvROz4o3VZwyqhXiBLhIkaI9o71-Waay39wjMQVr-vnk5TDw_dOnEWKLDG_A2IOGZDLkg_TJPVDk8/s1600/chia+oatmeal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqcR-CxnXdwD_xl5FFv9grbsUcfphkrsm06q-LA0kwCSQviT3ISmKSj1H_8A-RB4RsvROz4o3VZwyqhXiBLhIkaI9o71-Waay39wjMQVr-vnk5TDw_dOnEWKLDG_A2IOGZDLkg_TJPVDk8/s1600/chia+oatmeal.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fiber is an
important part of getting healthy and staying that way. Most people don’t get
enough fiber on a regular basis but once they do they experience immediate
results. </span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fiber is responsible for cleansing the colon, helping digestion,
reducing bloating, helping you feel satisfied longer and reducing cravings.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A few of the many
fiber rich foods that will make a delicious addition to any diet are:<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
</span><br />
<ul>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whole grain breads</span></span></div>
</li>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Oatmeal</span></span></div>
</li>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cinnamon</span></span></div>
</li>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Chia seeds</span></span></div>
</li>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sunflower seeds</span></span></div>
</li>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Black beans</span></span></div>
</li>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Raspberries</span></span></div>
</li>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Artichoke</span> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
</li>
</ul>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-47507877141425998932013-07-26T07:45:00.000-07:002013-07-26T07:45:36.315-07:00Healthy and Homemade Baby Foods<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s1.hubimg.com/u/6561892_f248.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Pureed Sweet Potato, Zucchini, and Carrots" border="0" class="half_frame" height="200" src="http://s1.hubimg.com/u/6561892_f248.jpg" title="Pureed Sweet Potato, Zucchini, and Carrots" width="149" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Homemade Baby Food</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Exposing babies to a variety of healthy foods will not only dramatically increase the chances that they continue a healthy diet, it will also assure that their bodies have a solid foundation for healthy development. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">People who had a balanced diet as children enjoy much better health as adults due to the fact that their bodies and immune systems are stronger. The best way to assure good health during adulthood is to start in childhood.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Our kids deserve the best start possible!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Fruits, vegetables and meats that are already in your refrigerator can easily be transformed into a delicious meal for the youngest member of your family as well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The following article has step by step instructions on how easy it is to make nutrition packed baby food with very little time or effort.</span><br />
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<a href="http://roxanne459.hubpages.com/hub/Foods-for-Babies" target="_blank">Foods for Babies</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-2476194502827197672013-07-24T08:10:00.000-07:002013-07-24T15:08:05.131-07:00Two New York Hospitals Trail Blaze The Wholesome Wave<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_N24f1WFAVQKlbHUSVn916mzKgVTi8iHzAcqzNQ3nbTC_XuPUOfyOTxdGTBdpjsECFcVdLdEqCFT7UjB8HFGS0t2Riva-Tn5djJDzwYjBgzcZSMprJ4DsX6_vX_lbDtJB6wTolNbExFOg/s1600/produceatpikeplace.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_N24f1WFAVQKlbHUSVn916mzKgVTi8iHzAcqzNQ3nbTC_XuPUOfyOTxdGTBdpjsECFcVdLdEqCFT7UjB8HFGS0t2Riva-Tn5djJDzwYjBgzcZSMprJ4DsX6_vX_lbDtJB6wTolNbExFOg/s1600/produceatpikeplace.jpg" height="200" width="149" /></a>Lincoln Medical Center and Harlem Hospital in New York are two of the first Hospitals in the US to prescribe fruits and vegetables to patients instead of more medications. <br />
They are part of an inspiring and ground breaking new national program called Wholesome Wave. <br />
This brave new program aims to help people get healthy and take charge of their nutrition with help from local farmers and nutritionists. <br />
Patients take their <em>prescriptions </em>to a local participating farmers market and receives fresh fruits and vegetables. They also receive education and support from a nutritionist to support their healthy new life style.<br />
Kudos to New York for being the first to show it's compassion and caring for their people and their communities!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-43635024331201003802013-07-22T08:38:00.002-07:002013-07-23T07:30:31.049-07:00Homemade Body Exfoliator<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This Do-It-Yourself skin exfoliator will give your skin a youthful glow, make it feel softer than ever and promote new cell growth.<br />
If you exfoliate 1-2 times per week you are removing dead skin cells that can build up and make your skin look dull and feel rough or bumpy. <br />
Eliminate dry, uneven skin with this simple remedy:<br />
2 cups course salt<br />
1/4 cup olive oil<br />
a few drops of your favorite scented oil (optional)<br />
<br />
Mix it all together, gently rub the mixture your damp skin in a circular motion to increase blood flow to the surface and rinse. <br />
It couldn't be easier!<br />
Give it a try next time you take a bath or shower and you will be amazed by the results! Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-18985445568721392632013-07-20T09:28:00.001-07:002013-07-20T09:30:59.455-07:00Hot Peppers For Health<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;">The active beneficial ingredient in hot
peppers is called capsaicin. This is what makes them hot and what gives them
their high antioxidant levels. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span><br />
<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;">If you like putting a little zing into your
meals, here are some of the amazing benefits you can expect to get from those
delicious peppers:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Relieves Arthritis</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Lowered blood sugar and cholesterol</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Strengthens blood vessels</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">R</span><span style="line-height: 115%;">elieves headaches</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Increases metabolism</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">B</span><span style="line-height: 115%;">urns fat</span></span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;">There are many different varieties of hot
peppers with some being more or less available depending on where you live.
This is a short list of some of the more commonly known peppers to get you
started.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span><br />
<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></span><br />
<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;">Not
sure which peppers to choose? Grab a glass of milk and give these a try:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Hot Banana Pepper</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana;">Serrano Peppers</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana;">Poblano Peppers</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Habanero Peppers</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Jalapeno Peppers</span></li>
<li><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span style="line-height: 115%;"></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Anaheim Peppers </span></div>
</li>
</ul>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-69947286485892798442013-07-16T22:08:00.001-07:002013-07-16T22:08:16.502-07:00The Many Benefits of Ginger Root
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ginger Root has been widely used for many health remedies and cures. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Some of the amazing benefits ginger root offers are:</span><br />
<ul><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkubw3MJYu3l3r6fKbi6QJtvO5Nxf6pm7tsWYQp6vYK8sFAP22-1Es5z3_UiinjlR3wZMjxd9UPjp2ObUOvXji-M2Y1QiUoMroP_F64kk_zGFRYlRTuAne1UYqJSfme2nhjlQX1d-s-2Hj/s1600/ginger.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkubw3MJYu3l3r6fKbi6QJtvO5Nxf6pm7tsWYQp6vYK8sFAP22-1Es5z3_UiinjlR3wZMjxd9UPjp2ObUOvXji-M2Y1QiUoMroP_F64kk_zGFRYlRTuAne1UYqJSfme2nhjlQX1d-s-2Hj/s1600/ginger.jpg" height="200" width="150" /></span></a>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Relieves nausea and indigestion</span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Kills the cold virus </span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Soothes sore throat</span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Boosts immunity</span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dramatically reduces swelling and pain associated with arthritis</span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Silicon to strengthen hair, skin and nail growth</span></span></li>
<li><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Contains numerous vitamins and nutrients </span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><em>Ginger
root has shown remarkable results in treating ovarian cancer, preventing
prostate cancer and killing the damaged cells in countless other cancers as well.</em></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Sometimes the simple solutions are the most effective.</strong></span> </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-16704929065721989452013-07-15T21:21:00.001-07:002013-07-15T21:21:09.949-07:00Using Organic Raw Honey for Wounds and Burns
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBNrcA2NvSwRC3GebmsniR1xDSmrk3l6fAGKUQP-JdcN3kaWRBZDMXeekvhPwnL5kGC7ae7KWG3x2V06UqrjaFbby-Qb13TRkDuWqREzgoZJTjxj4JMKutz2nVfBOgDDK1jgRj1JpGBti3/s1600/honey.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBNrcA2NvSwRC3GebmsniR1xDSmrk3l6fAGKUQP-JdcN3kaWRBZDMXeekvhPwnL5kGC7ae7KWG3x2V06UqrjaFbby-Qb13TRkDuWqREzgoZJTjxj4JMKutz2nVfBOgDDK1jgRj1JpGBti3/s1600/honey.jpg" height="200" width="150" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The antibacterial agents found in Organic Raw Honey have healing benefits for the outside as well as the inside!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Raw honey has been credited for soothing sore throats and relieving ear aches but it is also highly effective for healing wounds and burns. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Organic Raw Honey reduces
scaring, encourages new cell growth and it speeds the healing process.</strong></em> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Raw Honey will also keep the dressing from sticking
to the wound so it’s less painful to remove.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-67235832747607120072013-07-14T09:22:00.002-07:002013-07-14T09:22:50.593-07:00Stressed Out And Overwhelmed? Go For A Walk<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is no surprise that certain aspects of life can make us feel overwhelmed and uninspired. In order to accomplish all of the things we want to do in this life, it seems as though we need to have 6 plates spinning at once. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It may not be possible to remove any responsibilities at this point in your life but there is a simple trick to centering and calming yourself. </span><br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicAM8PVHpbo9LPazoTfBlzsre_pEM56N2rlyUOv50rIGKiSVNGgP-EbKW6nL2I-sFAQvNx3ZJqzSjfjUr4zRJMsU9EwXtkLREM45Gbdwy-xRFUzDrzej85zmwE4tzwOhZtamAZGySB3YeY/s1600/botanicalgarden.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicAM8PVHpbo9LPazoTfBlzsre_pEM56N2rlyUOv50rIGKiSVNGgP-EbKW6nL2I-sFAQvNx3ZJqzSjfjUr4zRJMsU9EwXtkLREM45Gbdwy-xRFUzDrzej85zmwE4tzwOhZtamAZGySB3YeY/s1600/botanicalgarden.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Go for a walk outside. Yes, it is that easy!</strong></em> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are only two rules. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1.you have to go alone (pets are ok)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2.you can't bring any electronics.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">No phone, I-pod or any device that plays music or communicates with the outside world. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This walk is about you, the feeling of your feet hitting the path or pavement, the unaltered sounds of the world around you and the smells of nature. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Put on a pair of comfortable shoes and temporarily abandon the store bought aromatherapy, the treadmill and your favorite playlist.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">During a 30-45 minute walk you will discover your senses fill, your body invigorate and your mind clear. Everything will make sense again and it will all be possible. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You may even solve some issues you were too busy to notice you had.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-85211571517729834742013-07-13T08:37:00.001-07:002013-07-13T08:37:22.208-07:00Detox Bath:Toxins Out, Energy In<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPTcDJVZ_yxE4RtcTEEbQwQx5h_epR4AkozsPyBuR_FR5kZFBUt6Y88cy1jNJu-5NlzoZY2vDliR3j_P3pgjjns330ov1iW4JhY2wAOFQJQi1155zww8fm1o8AjY45thIZ81oRd_H9pHeW/s1600/detoxbath.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPTcDJVZ_yxE4RtcTEEbQwQx5h_epR4AkozsPyBuR_FR5kZFBUt6Y88cy1jNJu-5NlzoZY2vDliR3j_P3pgjjns330ov1iW4JhY2wAOFQJQi1155zww8fm1o8AjY45thIZ81oRd_H9pHeW/s1600/detoxbath.jpg" height="200" width="150" /></a><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The toxins that our bodies acquire through the air and the foods we eat suppress our immune system, deplete our energy and increase our stress levels.</span><br />
<strong><em><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A detox bath is a great way to rid your body of built up toxins and regain your energy!</span></em></strong><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Let it all go in a warm, relaxing escape found right in your own bathtub. Detox baths are easy and inexpensive. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All that you needed is; 2 cups baking soda, 1 1/2 cups Epsom Salt, a bathtub full of the warmest water you can tolerate and approximately 30-45 minutes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bring your favorite book, put on some relaxing music and soak in the detox bath for 20-30 minutes total. It is totally normal and expected to begin sweating after about 10 minutes of soaking so don't be alarmed, this is just your body pushing the toxins out. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It is a good idea to rinse off after a detox bath and to drink a bottle of water to rehydrate.</span><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-53380985756944616092013-07-12T07:53:00.002-07:002013-07-12T07:53:27.247-07:00Prescriptions For Health?
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDreD4bE6x9Px0my7iXWcDEZUg72-imq70EmNdq1eS733qC6VDcJCJMo8vfs4BhJ2gctmA8feY72fzMfNT-hzMAmYSLzS_aCAawa55JKy-zY8_RWSg5NVcsiyr7rnt0viMHi7ZpSTNTNR3/s1600/prescription+pills.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDreD4bE6x9Px0my7iXWcDEZUg72-imq70EmNdq1eS733qC6VDcJCJMo8vfs4BhJ2gctmA8feY72fzMfNT-hzMAmYSLzS_aCAawa55JKy-zY8_RWSg5NVcsiyr7rnt0viMHi7ZpSTNTNR3/s1600/prescription+pills.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Remember, there are two ways </span></span><a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/drug.html"><b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Myriad Pro","serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; text-decoration: none; text-transform: uppercase; text-underline: none;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">drug</span></span></b></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> companies can make money:</span></span><br />
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so, Big Pharma has created no less than 10 new novel drugs per year.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><u><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dr. Jay Parkinson, M.D., M.P.H.<o:p></o:p></span></span></u></i></div>
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It's time we listen to our body and give it what it actually needs. It isn't always a good idea just because the doctor writes it on a little pad of paper. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Take charge of your health!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Lets take care of our health and not the Pharmaceutical Companies bottom line.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-69362193037873921172013-07-11T08:10:00.000-07:002013-07-11T08:10:48.108-07:00Chia Seeds for Health and Weight Loss<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUJ-QA110x7IzxDues5IFWMHDol-yMUoAEWMl5gmqDh1e-KVeX33fIEZdZf0XzsgDlWR74B5LWUzTc0mw2DyJ0Hp5aKbO5VIuTLfuAeBvJyvWpn2OUJ1uoVDxpXuS6UC78eDJaecrlzYKA/s1600/chia+seeds2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUJ-QA110x7IzxDues5IFWMHDol-yMUoAEWMl5gmqDh1e-KVeX33fIEZdZf0XzsgDlWR74B5LWUzTc0mw2DyJ0Hp5aKbO5VIuTLfuAeBvJyvWpn2OUJ1uoVDxpXuS6UC78eDJaecrlzYKA/s1600/chia+seeds2.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Chia Seeds are considered a super food because they are packed with nutrients your body and brain need to thrive while helping you maintain a healthy weight.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">These tiny little seeds are loaded with</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><strong>antioxidants, protein, iron, omega-3 and omega-6</strong>.</span><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">It is rare to see such a nutritional power punch in one natural product.</span></em><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Chia seeds will expand to 9 times their original size when they are mixed with the liquid in your belly so you will stay full and satisfied for longer periods of time with less food.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Incorporating chia seeds into your daily diet is certainly a win-win!</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-15605491233134830752013-07-10T07:17:00.003-07:002013-07-10T07:17:26.046-07:00Got Vitamin D?
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_bU616bP_jl7f9WNSYybY6qrxq2UHHV-FEm9JZjL-FD53dics-UVw05CZ4JRUeBn95-4HspVFowmzAn_IDzpxyd8s8xdbHgNDSvOrguAIMY0NH7KY-YKlj6Wy3UQ4ZBBucLs5JzZc8fWE/s1600/vitd1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_bU616bP_jl7f9WNSYybY6qrxq2UHHV-FEm9JZjL-FD53dics-UVw05CZ4JRUeBn95-4HspVFowmzAn_IDzpxyd8s8xdbHgNDSvOrguAIMY0NH7KY-YKlj6Wy3UQ4ZBBucLs5JzZc8fWE/s1600/vitd1.jpg" height="200" width="150" /></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Feeling down?
</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Having trouble with your teeth and gums? </span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Suffering with high cholesterol?
</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Getting sick often? </span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mysterious aches and pains? </span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><strong>Most people are deficient in
Vitamin D and don’t realize it.</strong> </span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2000-4000mg of vitamin D daily may be the key
to feeling better. </span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*Always check with a
health professional before beginning any new supplement regimen. <o:p></o:p></span></i></span><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-26363660173428314732013-07-09T08:07:00.001-07:002013-07-09T08:07:24.863-07:00Lemon With Cloves Will Repel Flies and Mosquitos
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivp6jaljMN1Qjoajnm8t2QoykzRU6VWn1F8Y-Z6gr2EzgiQe6LnM8IDGPMMjNLY-tLWKsTLCRF6_fcN_UVJTuisyrsrjBoWNVu_30RS9e8Pef-YZ4PX-c3Om3lbfYQYrChxnj5MOg2QjyY/s1600/lemoncloves.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivp6jaljMN1Qjoajnm8t2QoykzRU6VWn1F8Y-Z6gr2EzgiQe6LnM8IDGPMMjNLY-tLWKsTLCRF6_fcN_UVJTuisyrsrjBoWNVu_30RS9e8Pef-YZ4PX-c3Om3lbfYQYrChxnj5MOg2QjyY/s1600/lemoncloves.jpg" height="200" width="150" /></a><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Are you tired of flies invading your home every time you open a window when it's warm out?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>If you cover a lemon with whole cloves and set it on your
kitchen table, it will repel flies, mosquitos and those pesky little fruit flies.</em> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This remedy</span></span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> is simple, inexpensive and you don't have to spray all those bug spray chemicals all over your eating areas. </span><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-88133308441728035102013-07-08T08:10:00.005-07:002013-07-08T08:10:46.940-07:00Highly Effective Allergy Remedy<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you find yourself taking prescriptions and/or over the counter pills frequently for allergy symptoms this is definitely worth a try. I was amazed how well it actually works! There are no side effects like drowsiness or cotton mouth.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Give it a week and notice the change.</span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJgvNMkjFSwh5nNoNVnJW3vtkTEQO-ovmb5G4-XV5izrUbeFkGflCJsdxic5Af3hUEQ4RPSsIKfjz1rSpaLIMGKVkz4zdgOmAjIo9v4-n_rH9uuzPyHAbVmw_DKBxU-h-Kat8zOMzCAnJq/s1600/sagetea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJgvNMkjFSwh5nNoNVnJW3vtkTEQO-ovmb5G4-XV5izrUbeFkGflCJsdxic5Af3hUEQ4RPSsIKfjz1rSpaLIMGKVkz4zdgOmAjIo9v4-n_rH9uuzPyHAbVmw_DKBxU-h-Kat8zOMzCAnJq/s1600/sagetea.jpg" height="200" width="150" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><strong>1-3 cups of Nettle Tea daily can dramatically reduce or
eliminate even the toughest allergy symptoms.</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Follow the package directions and do not consume more than 3 cups per day.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em></em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em>*One cup per day did the trick for the most chronic and problematic allergy symptoms I've ever witnessed.</em></span><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-74605796747710091752013-07-07T09:45:00.003-07:002013-07-07T09:45:40.970-07:00Headaches and Magnesium
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyKyLGQa8fhSFXTg-NsCYrmbwWftBsw4o2G1q7GrJLhyphenhyphenjs9niQQdfhqtfgZeD9XsJ-0CuPxVQqLPkvjYYM1rOnLp-kb8KMpK9okn-tWHJwhZhmKdvJAVXYxJ-GrsLtio3gcWXOIvbaTqQU/s1600/nuts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyKyLGQa8fhSFXTg-NsCYrmbwWftBsw4o2G1q7GrJLhyphenhyphenjs9niQQdfhqtfgZeD9XsJ-0CuPxVQqLPkvjYYM1rOnLp-kb8KMpK9okn-tWHJwhZhmKdvJAVXYxJ-GrsLtio3gcWXOIvbaTqQU/s1600/nuts.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Before you settle with a self-diagnoses
and reach for the over the counter pain medication, consider this: </span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Most frequent
headache sufferers have insufficient levels of Magnesium in their bodies and
the ache is a symptom. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><strong>Next time you experience a mild irritating
headache or a migraine, try <em>400mg of Magnesium.</em></strong><em> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></em></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-66677864097150177722013-06-24T07:56:00.001-07:002013-06-24T08:01:21.182-07:00Discipline and Boundaries in Blended Families<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNibo2koWS_OAE1Oefk2SqW9NkcHSMdRXsTPsAgk_XoouMqHGEoLdLCJ0SV969rRYYRF0YhUBaEfccEh7-W3C-QXldyRBXTrzRBxq7id6JT3awg0Hazm5R_S1l8noss_I0kiiABS6ijNlP/s1600/Family.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNibo2koWS_OAE1Oefk2SqW9NkcHSMdRXsTPsAgk_XoouMqHGEoLdLCJ0SV969rRYYRF0YhUBaEfccEh7-W3C-QXldyRBXTrzRBxq7id6JT3awg0Hazm5R_S1l8noss_I0kiiABS6ijNlP/s1600/Family.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bright Family</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A necessary part of being happy and healthy is having peace in the home. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">No family is free from the occasional bickering and disagreements but when there is a firm foundation of respect, boundaries, love and understanding, a general feeling of peace and security can be achieved. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When two parents are blending their families together to create a new union, the road to serenity gets a whole lot bumpier. The rules are different with a blended family as opposed to a traditional one. This is especially true when it comes to discipline and consequences. There are many things that need to be taken into consideration. </span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s3.hubimg.com/u/6944074_f248.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Blurry Family" border="0" class="half_frame" src="http://s3.hubimg.com/u/6944074_f248.jpg" height="150" title="Blurry Family" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Family Gets Blurred</td></tr>
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<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The natural parental bond</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Underlined resentment</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Undefined roles</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Selfish emotional releases</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The power struggle</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Misdirected anger </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The impact of the absent parent</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The biggest hurdle that most blended families face is discipline. This is a huge hot button for many step-parents and when it is handled poorly, it can have irreversible consequences for the whole family.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Step-parents can be a huge gift, Every child can benefit from having another person in their life to love, support and encourage them! It is important to remember that the relationship will never be the same as it would if the adult was the biological parent however. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A marriage or union between two adults does not automatically transform into a parental bond between the adult and child. Once we decide to disassemble the traditional family and create a new version, we must also disassemble our idea of what those relationships need to look like. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There certainly needs to be boundaries established (for all) and a level of respect established but it is extremely important to resist the urge to pretend that any other adult can fill a natural parents roll.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The article below answers common step-parent discipline questions and gives insight to the important contribution step-parents can make. </span><br />
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<a href="http://roxanne459.hubpages.com/hub/Step-Parents-Discipline-and-Disagreements" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Step Parents Discipline and Disagreements</span></a><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In any family, the goal is always to live in harmony and peace while loving and supporting each other. Blended families are very common now, lets work together and help each other redefine the rules and how each person contributes to that family. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Our family structures have changed, the way we approach them should change as well.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-15112383274260824722013-06-17T20:28:00.001-07:002013-06-17T20:31:01.444-07:00Tips For Reducing Stress<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Stress is a very powerful force.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">An appropriate amount of stress can be motivating and encouraging whereas excess stress can cause physical, mental, social and financial problems in our lives. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Stress can creep up on you and simply make life harder than it has to be. When the little irritants begin to add up and the joy in life isn't as easy to see as it once was, it is time to stop, take a breath and ask yourself what's going on.</span><br />
<ul><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaGr4Cojqjd1GGAHN-HeUmdAUkn3tFX9Uv9KSBg5Li4fSOFM7m8EZJs6lAs-AX7DPMbzFpSSFq3Z9dJ2QgRwyaeaoUCDXPz52VNNo9WDkAChV7qzbGhzBd5m_vf-QJ3UsjVK5wKXxmkksT/s1600/quote4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaGr4Cojqjd1GGAHN-HeUmdAUkn3tFX9Uv9KSBg5Li4fSOFM7m8EZJs6lAs-AX7DPMbzFpSSFq3Z9dJ2QgRwyaeaoUCDXPz52VNNo9WDkAChV7qzbGhzBd5m_vf-QJ3UsjVK5wKXxmkksT/s1600/quote4.jpg" height="200" width="192" /></a>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Do you find yourself viewing the world in a very negative way?</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Do you experienced dramatic mood swings?</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Is your patience with others running short?</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Do you dread doing daily activities?</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Have your eating habits changed?</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Have your sleeping habits changed?</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Is it hard to concentrate?</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">These are just a few of the many symptoms that stress may be taking over. When your stress meter begins reaching the red zone, it is time to take charge before it takes over.</span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; font-size: large;">Life is too short to spend it upset, angry or indifferent.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">There are a few things each of us can do to reclaim the power over our personal disposition and state of mind.</span><br />
<ol><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbLtYcyNvBQYOs4h7EKrE_kwnHwLcvQs17D_RNz6DTYOtoTTNg3MFOcR4BrKjvGNF6DwUBbRBCwUmBvFktPzJ6fvUbRcEbh77E5rV-vvn7k0Ux-NT_H68wV6HshW6s9NWt2dzMLj93XozM/s1600/quote6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbLtYcyNvBQYOs4h7EKrE_kwnHwLcvQs17D_RNz6DTYOtoTTNg3MFOcR4BrKjvGNF6DwUBbRBCwUmBvFktPzJ6fvUbRcEbh77E5rV-vvn7k0Ux-NT_H68wV6HshW6s9NWt2dzMLj93XozM/s1600/quote6.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Accept what you cannot change and focus on something positive</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Avoid saying negative things for 24 hours. <em>This is really hard at first but it gets easier I promise!</em></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Give yourself 10 minutes of quite time per day. <em>No TV, computers, phones, kids or music</em></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Surround yourself with positive quotes and/or images</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Listen to calming or upbeat music</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Do something kind for someone else who doesn't expect it</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Find the positive in every situation</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Count your blessings</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Surround yourself with uplifting, happy people. <em>Misery loves company, don't give it any</em></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Smile<em></em></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">For a more detailed list of anti-stress tips, check this out. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">It may make tomorrow better and the next day even better than that! </span><br />
<a href="http://roxanne459.hubpages.com/hub/How-To-Replace-Stress-with-Internal-Peace" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">How To Replace Stress with Internal Peace</span></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-25171943033237093692013-06-13T07:48:00.001-07:002013-06-13T07:52:57.920-07:00Serving Size Questions Answered<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQWXhF0ycSKXsvHcBZxQ3MJnhFg4hAgGGANBUHWAQhKhRo2WDykYHcIaU4u-L8GjGB3iAe6qw8vOi_Fd4dxlqGKr6vatsOKJHDJ8EMIeRAQOKqkY22SMGDxNAerNaiV5XAorRNYqBtPvv3/s1600/chickenandcarrots.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQWXhF0ycSKXsvHcBZxQ3MJnhFg4hAgGGANBUHWAQhKhRo2WDykYHcIaU4u-L8GjGB3iAe6qw8vOi_Fd4dxlqGKr6vatsOKJHDJ8EMIeRAQOKqkY22SMGDxNAerNaiV5XAorRNYqBtPvv3/s1600/chickenandcarrots.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a>Does anyone else out there get totally confused and overwhelmed with all the information about what to eat to be healthy? The part that seems to trip me up the most is the portion sizes. <br />
How much am I supposed to eat in each meal? How many meals per day? How many calories should I eat if I want to lose weight but still stay energized? Is there a simple way to figure out how many calories I'm consuming? <br />
This article has all of the answers about serving sizes, nutrition labels, calorie intake and even which US states have the greatest obesity problem!<br />
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<a href="http://roxanne459.hubpages.com/hub/What-is-a-Serving-Size" target="_blank">What is a Serving Size</a><br />
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Many of us want to feel great and look our best! The food we chose and how we consume it is the first step to making those goals a reality. <br />
When we support and encourage each other, we all win.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-14795005357348107452013-06-09T08:33:00.001-07:002013-06-09T08:33:47.927-07:00Our Past Does Not Decide Our Future<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLZ_0qIt2WCkLGEOjdzIOQlo_IfMg-k7e6cPtWzPsd6B1Pwx4ySumci0D7Qr9FNHLw0YOwQuloMrGxVxCY5q0p0FCt1Svc3XiIGbknF1k8aQhX2RLH9VPj3-SynShizvmxdDVB_OP4lDYX/s1600/brokenheart.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLZ_0qIt2WCkLGEOjdzIOQlo_IfMg-k7e6cPtWzPsd6B1Pwx4ySumci0D7Qr9FNHLw0YOwQuloMrGxVxCY5q0p0FCt1Svc3XiIGbknF1k8aQhX2RLH9VPj3-SynShizvmxdDVB_OP4lDYX/s1600/brokenheart.jpg" height="200" width="150" /></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">All people have
baggage and scars from their past and childhood.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The key is to; </span></span></div>
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circumstances and the choices of others are not our burden to bear.</span></span></div>
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are created do not define who we are or make us victims.</span></span></div>
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who you are as an individual and as a member of society.</span></span></div>
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Embrace the strong
parts while striving to improve the weak.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">O</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">ur journey is
our own.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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direction or destination.<o:p></o:p></em></span></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-64497594961824861082013-06-02T18:59:00.002-07:002013-06-02T18:59:36.559-07:00Green Tea Fruit Smoothie<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvHpOMAX6nzp8pfh_1zohdQKjiwgkEHdBJKytriXkwfAKbdusmWZXuuGCCLfDlK3CaoacwBEfSXcNqbKv4bRch0LrY9DHdN6MDDKmEDRf0KZJBhmP3ZVc_OP_Fe1ecRMATbuMJidhJoNko/s1600/greenteasmoothie2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvHpOMAX6nzp8pfh_1zohdQKjiwgkEHdBJKytriXkwfAKbdusmWZXuuGCCLfDlK3CaoacwBEfSXcNqbKv4bRch0LrY9DHdN6MDDKmEDRf0KZJBhmP3ZVc_OP_Fe1ecRMATbuMJidhJoNko/s1600/greenteasmoothie2.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Green Tea has been proven to reduce stress and blood pressure, burn fat and it contains a high level of antioxidants. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The<em> Green Tea Fruit Smoothie</em> is a delicious way to get both the recommended daily Green Tea serving and the 1 1/2 - 2 cups fresh fruits. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The taste is light, fresh</span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> and easy to drink anytime of the day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Green Tea Fruit Smoothie</strong></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4 ice cubes</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong brewed green tea (2 tea bags seeped in 3/4 cup water)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 pear with skin</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 nectarine with skin</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 pealed kiwi </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tablespoon liquefied coconut</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Blend all ingredients and </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">enjoy a cold, creamy, delicious way to get healthy.</span> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255773047918919435.post-59712383139601478472013-06-01T20:35:00.005-07:002013-06-01T20:35:57.268-07:00Pomegranate Delight<div style="text-align: left;">
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4wlSO3O7DiWtEMRu1p6WZsF89zVbLvHT6UPW1OIdsBNCrt06n9pbRaD8gcbmU-aBrRsFn7UGakO8Sl0A4LfKqDwe3WiP5V6b66jqcu8gLrikk_e4RXPk9kdNUJE3WUX5d52h0wp49j3wR/s1600/pomagranatesmoothie1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4wlSO3O7DiWtEMRu1p6WZsF89zVbLvHT6UPW1OIdsBNCrt06n9pbRaD8gcbmU-aBrRsFn7UGakO8Sl0A4LfKqDwe3WiP5V6b66jqcu8gLrikk_e4RXPk9kdNUJE3WUX5d52h0wp49j3wR/s1600/pomagranatesmoothie1.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Pomegranate juice is one of the super foods that is at the top of the smoothie ingredients list for me! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The flavor is tart and super sweet at the same time which makes it a perfect paring for all berries, bananas and tropical fruits. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The taste alone makes this juice one of my all time favorites but the tremendous healthy benefits just push it right over the edge. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">When all these ingredients are combined, you are left with a smoothie that is full of antioxidants, vitamin C, protein, fiber and iron. </span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"></span></strong> </div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">4 ice cubes</span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">1 cup pomegranate juice</span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">1 apple (core the apple but don't remove the skin)</span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">1 banana</span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">2 handfuls spinach</span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">2 tablespoons chia seeds</span></strong></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Blend all ingredients together and enjoy this tangy, sweet, refreshing and healthy smoothie!</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00735516236210123418noreply@blogger.com0