Destiny says, A little blush here, a little eye shadow there ...

Before ...

After!

As my Aunt Eunice says, 

"Make-up covers up a multitude of sins."

It doesn't take much to add a little glamour to your life.  I always like to use my Grama Leaf as an example because she needs all the help she can get ... kidding.  Actually, she enjoys getting glamorized, and Grampa Leaf has no complaints either.

So here we go ... after applying a light foundation, brush on a pink blush on your cheeks to add some life to your face.  Then with the finger of your choice, rub on a white frosted shadow just below your eyebrows and around the outer eye ... both eyes.  And there you are!  

Doesn't life feel more glamorous?  And thanks to you, you will add a splash of glamour to those around you.

Show a little Diva in your life and have a beautified day!

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Jacquie asks, "Are YOU getting enough sleep?"

Are you getting enough sleep?

I know getting enough sleep is sometimes hard to come by.  Some of us get so wound up it is hard to fall asleep, or because we are busy all day the moment we start to settle down our mind goes racing a mile a minute.  Some of us have the ill fortune of sleeping with someone who snores, or others have children who love to wake up in the middle of the night and climb into bed with you.

In my case, I have a sweet six-month-old Labrador Retriever who feels the need to scratch on our bedroom door around 3am every night to let him out to go potty, which at times turns into a play fest.

At any rate, sleep is a vitally important thing to help us live healthier lives.

Sleep: A Powerful Painkiller

Getting a good night's sleep not only makes you more alert, it also reduces your sensitivity to pain. A study that examined the effects of a good night's sleep said that when participants slept an additional 1.8 hours a night or at least 8-9 hours a night their sensitivity to pain was reduced more than if they had 60mg of codeine, a powerful narcotic painkiller. Additional sleep (or just getting enough of it) can greatly help those with arthritis, fibromyalgia, and other chronic pain conditions.

So take a warm bath, drink some chamomile tea, and get to bed early tonight. Sweet dreams.

 Health and blessings!

Lotto & Ricky Bobby: getting healthy while they sleep!

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Spring break

Stay tuned!  We shall return, just taking a short Spring break!

"Natural Allergy Remedy Tips" from Jacquie

Jacquie's Garden

Spring is in the air, and so is the pollen which so many people are allergic to! Allergies are no fun, they make our nose run, eyes water and itchy, and can cause sinus infections. Here are a few tips, tricks and natural remedies for this allergy season.

1) Hold one massive spring cleaning session, then stick to a regular cleaning schedule based on what works for you and how bad your symptoms are.

2) Use a vacuum cleaner once a week that has a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter, or a double -filter bag.

3) As part as your regular cleaning schedule, use a damp rag and a mold cleaning cleaner to wipe down wood or metal surfaces that accumulate dust.

4) Regularly wash all linens in hot water.

5) Clear out all dust collecting clutter! Not only is spring cleaning a perfect way to organize your space but your nose will thank you as well!

6) Keep windows and doors closed to keep pollen and mold outside. Also take off your shoes before coming in the house.

Natural Remedies to Try
Local Honey: Right before you go to bed, consume 1 teaspoon of honey mixed with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, or try chewing a piece of honeycomb from a local bee farm or farmer's market.

Neti Pots: Flush sinuses and keep them clear with this small teapot-shaped vessel. Pick one up at your local health foods store or Whole Foods; opt for the ceramic one.  Be sure to always use distilled, sterilized, or previously boiled water.

Bee pollen: the natural supplement produced by bees, available at health food stores, has been known to improve symptoms. Try to start taking before allergy season is in full swing to build up a tolerance before maintaining a daily intake.

I personally take a natural supplement called Sinutol (we sell it at our Wellness Center) It works great at keeping your sinus lubricated with essential oils like eucalyptus . Many of our patients have seen a decrease in their sinus and allergy problems.

Also, breathing through your nose helps; it is  your body's built-in air filter before the air you are breathing hits your lungs. Breathing through your mouth sends the air straight down to your lungs with no filtering out some of the junk in the air.

So try some of these tips and go outside and enjoy the Spring!

Health and blessings!

Jacquie's garden

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Jacquie declares, "Even dogs love smoothies!"

My sweet Labs, Ricky Bobbie (yellow 5 mos.) and Lotto (chocolate 5 years), wait patiently every morning for their share of the Spring Smoothie. They love it! They are the healthiest dogs in town! 

FRUITS + VEGGIES = HAPPINESS

People who eat the most fruits and veggies are the happiest, according to a British study. Experts at the University of Warwick reviewed 80,000 people and found that mental health rose with the number of servings of fruits & veggies they ate every day.

People who ate seven daily servings - the current recommendation is five- were the happiest. The type of fruits & veggies eaten did not seem to be a factor.

So if you are like me, to sit and actually eat 7 servings of fruits and veggies a day is almost impossible. But when I put it all in my Bledtec and blend it up I can easily drink my smoothie and feel amazing and energized after because I have just given my body exactly what it needs! And any other fruits and veggies I eat during the day is just an added bonus!

Foods and there Nutritional Value

Chia Seeds: are very nutritious, best known as a super rich source of protein and provides superior nutrition for the brain functioning. Do you want to increase your brain power and body strength with one of the most powerful foods imaginable? Chia seeds impart power and energy to you. Chia seeds are mild tasting, easily digestible and very versatile.

Hemp Seeds: are the best known as a nutritionally complete food containing all nine amino acids and heavy minerals, which help build strong hair, nails, skin, muscles and connective tissue. Containing over 36 percent protein makes them almost the highest protein source available!

The reason I chose these two seeds is to introduce you to the Protein Powder I mix in my Smoothie every morning. It is by LifeTime and it called Life's Basics Plant Protein Mix. It has Pea, Hemp, Rice and Chia Seeds. It is one of the cleanest and easiest to digest protein powder available. But best of all is that it tastes WONDERFUL! Companies send me samples all the time of their products, wanting me to sell them.  If I don't like them, I can't sell them.  Oh, by the way, they use NO added: yeast, corn, soy, gluten, wheat, milk, egg, whey or any artificial flavors or preservatives. It is also safe for diabetics because it is low on the Glycemic Index (only 3 grams of sugar)  You can pick it up at your local health food store or we sell it at our Wellness Center for $25.00. If you have picky eaters or drinkers, in this case the protein powder added to the smoothie usually wins them over.

LifeTime Plant Protein Mix
(available at Life Wellness Center, Lexington, SC)

Until next time, keep drinking!  Smoothies, that is.

Health and blessings!

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