I have made the switch to all natural products for my skin, scalp and hair. I had no problems finding and using natural products for my skin, but it took me a while to find the right products for my scalp and hair. During my research, I found that jojoba oil is a good moisturizer/emollient for the skin, scalp and hair. After reading about jojoba, I decided to give it a try … [Read more...] about Jojoba – Nature’s Best Moisturizer for Skin, Scalp and Hair
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Let’s Get Our Rebounding On
I am known to start exercising and after a week or two I stop, but not anymore. I am challenging myself to exercise 30 minutes a day for 21 days. If I can stick with my exercise regimen for 21 consecutive days, then I will be on my way to exercising everyday with no problems. One of the exercises that I will be sure to incorporate in my daily exercise routine is … [Read more...] about Let’s Get Our Rebounding On
Mango – The World’s Healthiest Fruit
Today, our guest blogger is Nadia Jones. Arguably the best fruit for you is one that you have probably passed by with your shopping cart many times. A mango's physical appearance is not one that is too inviting, but its nutritional value is unparalleled. Mangoes have developed a reputation for being a remedy for fevers, constipation, and respiratory problems. … [Read more...] about Mango – The World’s Healthiest Fruit
Take Time, Be in the Moment
My god-mother is always on the go. She hardly ever takes time to sit down and just be in the moment. Are you this type of person? Have you seen the energizer bunny? Yes the one that keeps going and going and going. News flash, at no time will you ever be the energizer bunny. You may feel like the energizer bunny sometimes, but the truth is you will never be the energizer … [Read more...] about Take Time, Be in the Moment
What’s Lurking in Your Chewing Gum? – Aspartame
I do not regularly chew gum, but sometimes, I like to chew gum. Whenever I buy chewing gum, I usually buy it from a health food store. I was in a store (not a health food store) picking up a few items and while standing in the checkout line, I thought I wanted some chewing gum. Note, 'I thought' I wanted some chewing gum. It is a habit for me to read the labels and I read … [Read more...] about What’s Lurking in Your Chewing Gum? – Aspartame
Forks Over Knives: Diet is Important
The trailer for Forks Over Knives sends a powerful message. If you do not take anything home from this clip, please know that you are ultimately the one in control. Diet is important, more than you will ever know. I do not believe that you need to eat a vegan diet to be healthy. But I do know that if you make little changes (increasing plant-based foods), then you will … [Read more...] about Forks Over Knives: Diet is Important