FLAUNTABLE LEGS

Feeling pastey and pale??? Don't want to encourage skin cancer by going to a tanning bed? THERES ANOTHER WAY.
All you need is a little glow to add some color to your legs.
*Try a self tanning daily body lotion marked as GRADUAL... it will give you a subtle bronzed look.
PREP YOUR SKIN:
If you are going head first into a full strength sunless tanner the you need to exfoliate and moisturize first. "use a washcloth in the shower to scrub evenly."
DONT SHOWER:
for about 6-8 hours after you apply the color you need to give it time to develop onto the skin.

JUICE UP!

When you think about JUICE... most people automatically think orange juice, apple juice etc... THOSE ARE THE MOST COMMON and are equally as good for you. BUT! There are OTHER juices out there that studies show help offer some surprising health benefits!
CHECK IT OUT :)


TART CHERRY: People who drank just 1 ounce of this drink twice a day reported sleeping longer and more soundly than those who did not.


ORGANIC TOMATO: Spending a bit more for the organic might be particularly worthwhile when it comes to this savory sip. Tomato juice is filled with antioxidants that have been linked to reducing the risks of some cancers.


CRANBERRY: Cranberry juice is more effective than cranberry extracts in fighting the growth of bacteria that causes urinary tract infections.




WHO KNEW?! Well.... NOW YOU DO :) ENJOY!!! xo

GOOD MOOD MUNCHIES

Studies show that certain foods can help keep hormones and brain chemicals balanced, meaning a "less stressed state of mind"


PEPPERS: These veggies are packed with Vitamin C, which can inhibit the production of the stress hormone cortisol. Yellow peppers have the highest levels followed by red then green.
WALNUTS: A handful a day has been linked to heart health and weight control. Walnuts can boost your serotonin which is the hormone that increases feelings of well being.
CHICKPEAS: Just a half cup of these legumes supplies 141mg of folate, a type of B vitamin necessary for the production of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure.
SARDINES: The omega-3 loaded fish may help you feel calmer. Studies show that people who consume foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids are 20% less anxious than those who don't.
AVOCADOS: Stress depletes stores of B vitamins, essential for the creation of serotonin. Avocados are an excellent source of not only B vitamins but also potassium which helps LOWER blood pressure.
SUNFLOWER SEEDS: A magnesium deficiency can slow dopamine production, leaving you feeling frazzled. These seeds help balance out your dopamine levels.


Article found in SHAPE Magazine, written by: Mitzi Dulan, R.D.

Coffee, Coffee, Coffee

So if you are anything like me.. Your morning typically starts off with a cup of coffee. Helps get me going throughout the day and gives me that instant boost of energy!
Now after reading an article in SHAPE magazine I wanted to share a few facts about this thing we call Coffee.... 
COFFEE IS THE NEW BUZZZ 
Dont feel guilty anymore about going back for another cup of coffee, Research has linked coffee to a reduced risk of various conditions... including strokes, diabetes and the perks just continue on...


SKIN CANCER: Coffee is loaded with inflammation fighting antioxidants... People who consume more than three cups of coffee per day are 20 percent less likely to develop basal cell carcinoma which is (THE MOST COMMON SKIN CANCER)...


DEPRESSION: Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant, which makes people feel better and more energized through out the day. Studies state that people who consume 4 cups of coffee a day were less likely to become depressed over a 10 year period.


ALZHEIMERS DISEASE: The magic ingredient appears to be a compound that works in concert with caffeine to help produce new brain cells. Studies found that people who had 3 to 5 cups of coffee a day in their 40s and 50s were 65% less likely to get Alzheimers in their 60s and 70s than those who drank 2 cups or less daily.


SOo0o0o0o0o drink up :)