Wednesday, January 31, 2007

Detoxing the body

Not only should you use a colon cleanser to detox your body to get rid of waste and help you lose weight, and feel better, but also detox your body with bathes, to get rid of toxins, a great detox bath consists of: 7 drops rosemary oil, 7 drops juniper berry oil and dead sea salts, soak for a least 20 minutes a couple times a week. All the toxins in your body will sweat out through your pores. You can also put the drops in 2 tablespoons of milk or cream before adding to bath water, helps so the scent of the drops won't be to strong. And dont forget to use moisturizers on your body, after every bath or shower, my favorite is Johnson and Johnsons new line for grownups.

Everything suggested here can be found at a health food store, I like the mom and pop health food stores the best.

Did you know: that a steak can sit in your intestines for 20 or more years

Broken capillaries on your face

Do not rinse face with hot or cold water, extreme temperature changes cause capillaries to give that red web line affect on the face.

Monday, January 29, 2007

BANANAS not just a source of potassium

Did you know that bananas are also great for depression, PMS, anemia, blood pressure, brain power, constipation, Hangovers, heartburn, morning sickness, mosquito bites, nerves, overweight, ulcers, temperature control, (SAD), quitting smoking, stress, strokes, and warts.

DO NOT put bananas in the refrigerator!!

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HEALTHY SKIN for the face

DO NOT use regular soap on your face, use a face soap or an all natural soap on your face, body soap is to harsh and will dry out your face, read the ingredients on the products you buy, you dont want to use alcohol or mineral oil on your face, mineral oil will clog the pores and alcohol will dry out your skin and cause it to age faster, dont worry if the product has "cetyl alcohol" this is not an alcohol and is derived from vegetable oils now. Skin is like a plant if you dont keep it moistured at all times it will dry out, there are alot of "bad" moisterizers out on the market that are not good for your skin DON'T USE THEM, remember start reading the ingredients in them before you use. Also it is very beneficial to take skin vitamins, since our diets aren't always the best, my favorite is minus ten-you can get this at GNC, or you can find vitamins for the skin at any health food store, you also want to add Alpha-Lipoic Acid, it removes the damage and heals your skin cells, minus ten has it in a sustained release which keeps it working for you, because damage to the cells is what causes your skin to appear dull and lifeless. It also contributes to fine lines and wrinkles. Taking vitamins for your skin, is as important as , what you put on your skin for healthy, younger looking skin. Also eating a healthier diet will give you the skin your after.

Try these homemade facials: For closing pores, acne and aging skin
1.Milk or plain yogart and honey---blot on face with cotton ball, leave on til dry then rinse with water (not hot) great for closing pores and adds calcium to your skin.
2. Goats milk and honey---also add a drop of tea tree oil(health food store)---blot on with cotton ball let dry and rinse, USE DAILY, great for acne, also for acne breakouts try using blistex on them.
3. Strawberries--------mash a couple strawberries, smear on face, leave on for 20 minutes, great for aging skin.
4. cucumbers---------mash cucumbers and smear on face, leave on for 20 minutes then rinse with warm water.
Always moisturize your skin after washing.

Also a great moisturizer for your body is Johnson-n-Johnsons new line of moisturizers for adults Nourishing Renewal Lotion.

Tuesday, January 23, 2007

TO HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT

To kick up your metabolism take green tea capsules and B12, also, after your biggest meal of the day, take papaya tablets or chewables to break down the fat from the food. And drink 8 glasses of water a day. Detoxing is also very important if you want to lose weight. Eat healthy portions of food, no supersizing!!! Eat more fat burning foods, I have them listed in my 100 fat burning foods, also alot of these foods will help your body detox itself.

Before starting any diet, if your overweight make sure its not because of a thyroid problem.

If you hate exercising like I do, turn on some music and dance, dance through as many songs as you can and do it everyday, but dont just sway back and forth, MOVE THAT BODY. Try taking dance lessons, dancing is a great way to get your body in shape.
Also walk as much as you can, use the steps instead of the elevator. And Good luck to you!