Archive for August, 2011
11 Aug
CPR Statistics
9 Aug
Having Trouble Sleeping?
Next time you find yourself having trouble drifting off to dream land, try sipping some Passionflower Tea. Passionflower Tea contains low concentrations of serotonin and maltrol. They can have a mild sedative effect causing you to have a restful night’s sleep & waking refreshed and ready to go.
9 Aug
What’s In Your Toothpaste?
Do you know what is in your toothpaste?
There are increasing concerns from experts over which ingredients that you may be putting in your mouth!
Some toothpaste contain a chemical called Triclosan. Studies have shown that this ingredient can alter thyroid hormone regulation which can lead to mood swings, fatigue and weight gain.
President of the Academy of General Dentistry, Vincent C. Mayher, D.M.D, assures that you don’t need triclosan in your toothpaste to have a healthy clean mouth.
Next time, before buying your favorite brand just check the “Drug Facts” on the box.
9 Aug
Beat The Heat With Witch Hazel
Witch Hazel is a cooling astringent. Canadian researchers say by applying it to your face 2x a day (with a cotton ball) will reduce puffiness in as little as 3 days.
9 Aug
Can Coconut Oil Help Me Lose Weight?
Studies have shown that taking 1 – 2 Tablespoons of virgin coconut oil a day can stimulate thyroid function which leads to help the production of fat burning hormones. Most women find the weight comes off the belly first!
The fact is coconut oil can boost your “good” cholesterol levels. It is primarily made up of fatty acids that are broken down & burned for energy, not stored as fat in the body.
9 Aug
Fight Off Dandruff & Trigger New Hair Growth With….
No one likes to talk about it, but unfortunately some of us have to deal with it…..Dandruff. It’s a simple fact that some people have an overgrowth of yeast called Pityrosporum ovale, which is the source of dandruff.
Next time you are bothered with this situation, try massaging your scalp with a few drops of tea tree oil. The oil is rich in antigungal terpenes to help fight off those dry itching flakes. Tea tree oil has antiseptic properties to also remove any buildup on your scalp that may be blocking hair follicles so new hair growth can be triggered!
8 Aug
Treat Sun Damaged Skin With Honey!
The word is out - A combination of honey & yogurt can help repair sun damaged skin!
Margot Grant Witz of the skin -care company Elizabeth Grant International uses a mixture of the two to help exfoliate dead skin cells along with the moisturizing antibacterial properties that will repair skin on a cellular level.
1 Tablespoon of plain yogurt
1 Tablespoon of honey
Blend together and apply to the skin. Let it sit for 20 minutes. Rinse.
8 Aug
Need A Boost of Energy?
Taking Omega 3 everyday can give you a boost of energy!
Omega 3 can quicken your response time.
8 Aug
Dry, Cracked Lips
Is your lips dry & cracked? Heal them with dabbing licorice oil on them!
The oil will ease away the discomfort & it seals in the moisture. As an added Bonus - licorice oil helps to keep away the virus that causes cold sore outbreaks!
