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Tips to Help You Make Your Fitness Resolution a Reality
Who doesnt want to look tighter, leaner and stronger? We certainly do, and if youre anything like our friends, our clients, or most people we know, you probably do too! Thats why its no surprise that the majority of us start out the New Year with the resolution to step up our exercise routines so that we can look better and be healthier.
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Red Lentil Soup Recipe [Vegan]
Red lentils are full of fiber and are a rich source of protein, making them a healthy substitute for meat. They contain anti-oxidants, along with iron, magnesium, foliate, and a B vitamin.
Eating For Quality When Pregnant
There is a common misconception while pregnant, that eating for two means you need to consume more food. While pregnant you only need 250 -300 more calories then you do before you were pregnant. Chances are if you are eating a typical American diet you are getting way over the daily calories needed even without a baby growing inside. Instead of worrying about eating enough food, focus more on its value. Everything you put in your mouth goes right into your babys development, forming the structure from which they will grow. The healthier you eat the better you will feel and the stronger your body will be to support your pregnancy. You can shift your awareness simply asking yourself these two questions: How is this food feeding me? How is this fueling my babys development?
Mother’s Day Gift Guide – 21 Gifts She’ll Love
Mother’s Day is a week away and odds are, you’re scrambling to find the perfect gift to put a smile on her face! No need to look any further… here are 21 fabulous gifts, both thoughtful and stylish, to show her the sweetest love and appreciation: Illuminating Body Milk by Volition Designed to work…
Soaking Feet in Epsom Salts
Nothing feels better than giving your feet a break after a long day and soaking your feet in Epsom salt has many health benefits. Epsom salt is made of magnesium sulfate. When absorbed through the skin, magnesium sulfate draws toxins out of the body, sedates the nervous system, reduces swelling and relaxes muscles. In addition to soothing sore and achy feet, Epsom salt can reduce foot inflammation, remove foot odors and soften rough skin on your feet. In fact, if you are having trouble removing a splinter from your foot, an Epsom salt foot soak can be effective in drawing it out.