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Let me ask you a question... ...would you like to know the best blender for juicing vegetables? ​How big is your kitchen? I know, that’s a rather personal question. ​Is it? ​Allow me to explain... ​Listen... ​...I have been there. Prior to moving into my current home, I had a kitchen with extremely limited storage space. On one hand, I got to practice a kind of minimalism. Forced minimalism. On the other, I didn’t have room for as many...
You've tried virtually every "diet" you can think of and still haven't lost weight. Or, perhaps you've lost weight only to gain it back quickly. You feel like you are in a never-ending battle you can't win. Does this sound familiar? Stop beating yourself over the head in frustration and stop believing in the weight loss and exercise myths! More than likely, you just aren't armed with the correct information to help you successfully reach your...
Garlic Secrets. What are the big garlic secrets I’m talking about? ​How much garlic do you use in the average recipe? A pressed clove here, a diced teaspoon there? In proportion to the main ingredients in a dish, it’s a small amount. What’s the big secret I’m talking about? ​But as it turns out... ...that little addition is significant on health benefits. Hey, if the pungent odor is any indication, it’s more potent than any other edible bulb....
​Do you like your food cooked within an inch of its life? You do​! Then you need to keep reading about Acrylamide Foods to Avoid. Because... I’m not just referring to steak, either. I’m talking dark brown toast, crunchy fries, grilled kebabs black on the edges and mush in the middle. Many people like their food cooked “well-done”. ​Recently, I was revisiting the benefits of going raw, as knowledge on such topics grows quickly in the Internet...
When was the last time you felt confident enough to leave the house without any makeup? Sometimes, we’re just tired. Others, we can’t really pinpoint what’s off, but our skin just isn’t looking its best. Even if we have no breakouts and minimal redness, the need for foundation and concealer remains. The cause is discoloration. Ranging from the obvious sunspot to the barely-perceptible acne scar, these little imperfections add up to an uneven...
Wake up at 6:00. Breakfast, chores, and out the door by 8:00. Work 9:00 to 5:00. Drive home and pick up food by 6:00. Collapse in front of the TV at 7:00. Berate yourself for not going to the gym again at 9:00. Bed by 11:00. Rinse and repeat. With a schedule like this one, it’s no wonder we don’t have the energy to drag ourselves to the gym. After spending the day taking care of others and putting out fires, we’re depleted and need to rest and...
Top Exercises to Relieve Stress and AnxietyWeight LossMental HealthWorkout When StressedTeam Sports There are a number of exercises to relieve stress and anxiety. Exercise is an effective way to reduce stress and anxiety. It also plays a significant role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. A recent study has demonstrated that even short bouts of exercise can help reduce anxiety levels. According to the findings, research shows it helps people...
​Recently, one of my friends was asking me questions about weight loss. I was telling her about leptin resistance, which makes weight loss difficult. ​Her first response? She was wondering if there were a supplement she could take that would help. She had undoubtedly seen one on shelves before and immediately made that association. ​In short order... ...I directed her to this piece I did on leptin. Unfortunately, as detailed within, supplements...
It’s that time of year again. Leaves are falling from the trees, there’s pumpkin spice everything, and the ubiquitous candy displays are doing nothing for your diet. But there’s one colorful display that you probably pass right on by with your shopping cart—squash! Whenever I ask people about winter squash, they inevitably reply with something along the lines of “those pretty fall decorations?” Well, sort of . . . but not what I was going for....
Twenty-twenty has been a doozy! It's very easy to get lost in the trappings of your own mind and feel depressed. Many people have been out of work, even have been forced to work from home which is challenging for anyone at first. Below are the top 5 things you can do to improve your daily mental health. 1. Make Time For Yourself In today's time there is a duplicity that exists that steals your time away from you. Either you are too busy or you...
I won’t deny that at the first sign of a cold snap, I pick up the holy trinity of campfire goodness: chocolate, marshmallows, and graham crackers. Naturally, it’s all “for the kids,” but it would be rude not to partake when we are all sitting around the toasty fire, right? If you find yourself making excuses for the melty, crunchy goodness that is a fireside s’more, fret no more. As it turns out, sitting by the fire has been proven to reduce...
​How to lose belly fat naturally without exercise! ​Can you hold a proper plank? How many crunch variations do you know? Such exercises are excellent for building a stronger core. ​The real question is; do they reduce belly fat? Knowing that you can’t spot-reduce fat... ...my inclination is to say no. For a lot of us, a mix of cardio and resistance training is more effective. ​However, I’m aware that exercise isn’t in the cards for many people....
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