Foods That Protect Against Skin Cancer.

This information is from the June issue of Fitness Rx magazine.
Most people know that sunblocks within SPS factor of 15 or more protect the skin against caner-producing UV rays. Many foods are protective, too. Niva Shapira from Tel Aviv University in Israel suggested nutritional techniques to protect the skin against the sun’s rays. Antioxidants such [...]

Organic Refreshing Drink Health Drink.

I saw this in a circular from  health food market called Wild By Nature. I think it’s the perfect summer juice or smoothie. Ingredients (Buy all organic)
cucumber, celery, lemon, apples   Â
They didn’t specify quanitities. Try 1 of each.

The Best Natural Exfoliator.

Last week I went for a facial. My skin was just acting strange. It was dry and it was breaking out at the same time. For some reason, the dead skin was just sitting there. The aesthetician asked me what kind of exfoliator I use. I don’t use an exfoliator regularly (embarrassing but true). I [...]

Six Easy, Natural Mood Lifters. (Raise your Spirits without Meds.)

This one is from the May 2010 issue of Self Magazine. These are 6 everyday remedies to raise your spirits without meds.
(1) Sweat to smile. Exercise may be as effective at relieving mild to moderate depression as the antidepressant Zoloft, reveals a study from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. “Physical activity stimulates the feel [...]

The 10 Best Natural Energy Boosters

This information from a copy of a magazine article that my boyfriend gave me. He picked it up in the hosptial he works at. I think it’s from Natural Health magazine (possibly the February issue) but I’m not positive. Here’s what it says.:
1. Let the Sun Shine- Not only does vitamin D fight colds and even [...]

Do You Want to Reduce Stress by 200%?

According to the May 2010 issue of Prevention magazine, the way to reduce stress by 200% is by holding hands. Participants were asked to talk about a stressful event. Some participants held their significant other’s hand before speaking. Others did not. The blood pressure readings of those who did not hold hands were double of [...]

Supportive Supplements for Weight Loss

I think all of you have begun to realize that I’m getting ready for the summer. That’s the reason for all of the weight loss tips lately. I just read something in the April 2010 issue of one of my favorite magazines, Natural Health. Here are the 5 supplements they recommend.
Ginger: Ginger stimulates metabolism by [...]

Here’s A Part Time Diet That Works.

I’m generally not for diets. You can’t lose weight long term without changing your eating habits permanently. That being said, sometimes we need a kick start and I think this one from The April 2010 issue of More magazine is a good one.
According to the More article, one way to slim down is by severely [...]

Cellulite Problem Solved!

Accoriding to the May issue of First magazine:
90% of women have cellulite. Celebrity dermatologist Howard Murad M.D.  says that massage is the way to go. “The culprit behind cellulite is hampered circulation, which causes toxins to accumulte and break down tissue,” he explains. “So kicking the blood flow into gear make a big difference.” For [...]

Do you want to know an easy way to develop a new habit?

According to the April 2010 issue of Self Magazine:
“Be a copycat: Watching or even thinking of someone with good habits may improve your own, a study from the University of Georgia in Athens notes. Observing a disciplined person brings self-control to the front of your mind. Keep a pic of a role model near your [...]