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STRETCHES TIP: Warm-up before stretching. Did you know your body sends out natural painkillers when you stretch? To protect your tissues, you need to fill them with blood which then raises your cardiac pulse. The only way to do this is by working out. Stretch Your Neck Tilt your head to the left, with your ear to the shoulder. …
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Most people know Aloe Vera for the soothing and healing sunburns but in reality it is a natural, potent plant that offers a variety of medicinal benefits, such as: Halts colon cancer Heals the intestines and lubricates the digestive tract Ends constipation Stabilizes the blood sugar and reduces triglycerides in diabetics Prevents kidneys from diseases, such as kidney stones Functions…
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In the summertime, more skin is exposed to sunlight longer and to others. We want to have clear skin, strong teeth, bright eyes and shiny hair. This signifies health and wellness. We always want to look our best, so what foods should we eat to promote that glowing appearance? Is it refined sugar that we find in most foods or…
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Some love it! Others hate it! Yet, it is certain that none of us can do without what I fondly refer to as Aqua Ade. We must all consume adequate amounts of water. This is relevant not only for one seeking to sculpt a new body and wellness, but as an everyday practice. And, when there are extenuating circumstances…
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Given the prominence of coupons and big-box discount stores today, groceries are another realm that appears ripe for saving. While there’s much said in the personal finance world about the dangers of going shopping on an empty stomach, doing the opposite isn’t necessarily the cure. Hitting the grocery store when you’re not hungry at all — or simply trying too…
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Serving: 6 Blackberries – 10 ounces (frozen) Blueberries – 1 cup (fresh) Blueberry pomegranate juice – 3 cups Ice – 2 cups Blueberry yogurt – 6 ounces Lemon juice (fresh) – 2 tbsp. Agave syrup – 2 tbsp. Wheat germ – 2 tbsp. Combine, cover and blend until smooth.
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Cook fresh corn on the cob in microwave (see times below) with husks and silk intact. They will cook in their own natural moisture. Place on dampened paper towel. Turn ears over and rearrange after 1/2 cooking time. When ears are hot to the touch, remove and wrap in kitchen towel or foil. Let stand at least 5 minutes. Remove…
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# 1. Don’t skip breakfast. You’re busy in the morning. It’s tempting to save on those calories by skipping the first meal of the day. But if you don’t “break the fast” after going without food all night, your body goes into starvation mode, slowing your metabolism. That means the next meal you eat will burn off more slowly. #…
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First, know your body type. Your shape––where you naturally distribute weight––determines which swimsuit will look best on you. Measure your hips at the widest point, waist at the smallest point, and bust at the fullest point. Here are suggested interpretations of your body shape: Pear shape: Your hips are significantly wider than both your waist and bust. Apple shape: Your…
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Every year people make New Year resolutions to stop doing things. Stop eating certain foods, stop lying around the house, etc. But how long do we stick with the new resolutions? Not long. Maybe because many resolutions involve trying to do things that are not enjoyable or making many changes too fast which can be intense. For example, we try…
