Nuts make us happy. They can give us an energy boost or soothe our bodies. It’s all about the fatty acids and magnesium.
Nuts like walnuts and flaxseeds contain mood-lifting omega-3 fatty acids. Walnuts also contain 45mg of magnesium.
Nuts like almonds, Brazil nuts, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds also provide magnesium, which helps relax the body and soothe the mind. Pumpkin seeds can contain as much as 152mg of magnesium.
If you’re a woman age range of 31 to 50, it is recommended by dietitians that you get 320mg of magnesium a day. A deficiency...
look for moisturizers that contain cell-repairing compounds that have or include vitamin-A
you also want antioxidants such as green tea and vitamin-C
cholesterol and fatty acids are also important because they mimic the structure of your skin
avoid glycolic acid and Retin-A; these can thin your skin
moisturize at least twice daily. this can help repair sun damage and slow wrinkling
use a heavy moisturizer in winter and a light moisturizer in summer
USE SUNSCREEN - THE most important thing you can do to protect your skin
~DIY Naturally
Skin | Moisturizer...
Fat – high-fat foods make your digestive system work double time and can also increase heartburn.
Liquor – alcohol may seem relaxing at first but it screws up your blood sugar levels and interferes with your brain function including the production of serotonin, the natural chemical your body produces to make you sleepy.
Artificial sweeteners – worse than sugar, artificial sweeteners will literally keep you up all night. Aspartame and NutraSweet contain aspartic acid which will excite your nervous system.
Caffeine – coffee and tea...
Green tea is one of the most popular beverages and rightly so. After all, it tastes great (in my opinion) and it’s good for you.
Green Tea has some amazing health benefits and powerful antioxidants, which help cells live longer, but did you know that green tea is good for your skin and may help you live longer and healthier?
Applied topically, Green tea can help re-energize dying skin cells, making your skin look fresher and more vibrant. Green tea is also an anti-inflammatory that will calm and cool the skin.
Not only will Green Tea help you look...
It’s all about those Flavinoids
So what are the flavinoids and why are they so good for you?
Flavinoids are plant pigments responsible for many of the health benefits of many fruits and medicinal plants.
Flavinoids in chocolate:
are antioxidants that are especially important in protecting against damage to the lining of the arteries from high cholesterol
prevent excessive clumping of blood platelets that cause blood clots
they also work like a very low dose of aspirin to prevent blood platelets from becoming too “sticky”
Is ALL chocolate...
Garlic isn’t only good for you but good for your dog as well.
Garlic strengthens your dog’s immune system and helps them fight harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Garlic also helps their cardiovascular system and some people find that it helps keep fleas at bay.
Add a quarter clove of finely minced garlic per 10 pounds of dog weight to your dog’s daily diet.
Garlic Dog Treats
You will need:
2 cups of whole wheat flour
2/3 cup stone-ground cornmeal
1/2 cup sesame seeds
3 eggs
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive...
Honey is a Natural Healer
Honey has been used for centuries in cultures all over the world as a natural skin healing agent. Honey contains an enzyme called glucose oxidase, that when combined with water, produces hydrogen peroxide, a mild antiseptic. In addition to the glucose oxidase enzyme, honey also contains antioxidants and *flavonoids that may function as antibacterial agents. Honey also has the ability to moisturize the skin with out making it oily.
With these properties, honey is a great natural skin cleanser and moisturizer.
Some Favorite Honey Facial...

