I recently bought a juicer and being the frugal, Eco person that I am, I hate to throw anything away. So, imagine my dismay when I saw all that pulp in the catcher of my juicer and had no idea what to do with it. I just couldn’t stand the idea of tossing it […]
Health
6 Reasons Why Dance Is Good For You
If you randomly ask people why dance is good for you, the answer is almost always, “It’s good exercise.” This statement is true. However, this answer is shamefully incomplete. Everyone knows that any activity that causes you to move your body will burn calories which does, and that is exercise. But, there are many more […]
5 Ways You Can Use Portable Aroma Therapy For A Happier Life
We live in a world that offers more than our ancestors could ever imagine. Technology has taken us to new heights. We strive to expand our horizons. We are educated, informed, and stressed to the max. In order to keep up, we force ourselves to cram as much in a day as possible. Studies show […]
Tips for Staying Healthy, Naturally this Winter
Ashley is sharing tips for a healthier winter, naturally. Although the snow hasn’t quite hit the ground, winter is in the air. As you know, winter weather tends to bring the sickness out in even the best of us. We have already had a bout of the flu, already. With the holidays around the corner, […]
Tips to Staying Healthy, Naturally This Fall
Today, Ashley is sharing tips for staying healthy this fall. Fall hasn’t even peaked it’s full head around the corner yet, and I am already feeling the sniffles coming on. The change is seasons always brings on the cases of the sniffles, the sneezes, and the coughs, but who has time for that? I certainly […]
Why I Started Taking Probiotics
This is a sponsored post. I have partnered with Mom’s Meet and DR Ohhira’s Probiotics to bring you this post. All opinions are my own. Probiotics-I am sure you have heard the term before. They’re not a new thing or even a new buzzword. What is new for me is my recent diet change. While […]
50 Low Carb Game Day Snacks
Low carb and game day do not usually go together. There are high carb beverages and snacks such as pretzels and chips everywhere, not to mention high carb drinks like beer and soda. How can you enjoy the Big Game with so many high carb goodies around and nothing for you to munch on that […]
Are You the Missing Blood Type?
For shares that include a brand URL, please include the #ad hashtag in your social share. This post is sponsored by Blood Systems. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Friends and Readers, last year I told you my story of how a blood donation literally saved my life during a surgery I was […]
8 Natural Mosquito Bite Remedies
Summer’s in full swing and so are the bugs. If you live anywhere near water like we do, (we live a couple blocks from a river) you know all too well that these little buggers show up out of no where and ruin your day. While the best way to not deal with bites […]
How to Make Lavender Infused Oil
I love essential oils and one of my favorite is lavender. While essential oils are great, they are also kind of spendy and need to be diluted with a carrier oil. They are a process to make as well, and most people don’t have the time, patience or equipment to make them at home. […]
Natural Ways to Relieve Congestion
It may be coming close to the end of the cold and flu season, but unfortunately that means the allergy season is just around the corner. For many people, this is also a time of sniffles and sneezes as well as a ride of the congestion train. While there are many over the counter and […]
Diabetic Friendlier Heart Shaped Popcorn Balls
With Valentine’s Day coming up really quick on us, you may be on the lookout for recipes for treats. Because I am diabetic, I try to make treats that are just a bit more diabetic friendly than some of the yummy recipes I see out there. I realize that not everyone is looking for this, […]
Tips for Doing Yoga When you are Plus Sized
Please note that I am not a physician or medical practitioner and cannot give advice on starting an exercise program. Check with your doctor before starting any sort of exercise regimen. I started doing yoga a while back. I decided to do it because I often have stiff, sore muscles due to chronic pain caused […]
How I failed the first Time I tried Getting Fit and What I am Doing This Time
There’s been several times in my life that I tried to get fit for one reason or another. With it being the season to make New Year’s resolutions, I thought now would be a good time to discuss the mistakes I’ve made in the past In the hopes that it could help you if you’re […]
9 Easy New Year’s Resolutions for your Mind, Body and Home
The new year is almost here and for many people that means making a new year’s resolution or two. The problem with new year’s resolutions is, they are often hard to keep and not practical. A new year’s resolution doesn’t have tp be something elaborate or hard to be life-changing. You can simply make easy […]
My Secret to Preventing Chub Rub
Heat Rash. Thigh Burn. Fire Thighs. Satan’s Curse. The Real Fire Crotch. No matter what you call it, it’s one of the most painful and annoying things for us active folks no matter what your size. (yes, people of all sizes get it) I lovingly refer to it as chub rub, personally, but that’s not […]