Tag: Health

  • Is Childhood Obesity Avoidable?

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    Childhood obesity is on the rise in the United States and globally. The Centers of Disease Control reports that childhood obesity has virtually tripled in the past 30 years. The definition of overweight is an excess of body weight whereas obesity is an excess body fat. A sedentary lifestyle, physical inactivity and poor diet are… Read more

  • 4 Tips to Build Lean, Sexy Muscle

    When I started on my fitness journey, I set out to lose as much weight as possible in the shortest amount of time. As the weeks turned into months, I began to realize that the old adage “slow and steady wins the race” was the best approach to combat my weight loss endeavors. Through time… Read more

  • Paleo Chocolate Mini Tart

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    Ever since my husband and I began the Paleo lifestyle more than 5 months ago, we have searched for ways to keep it fresh. Like I have said in past posts, my husband is finicky when it comes to lifestyle changes that involve food–if it is mundane or bland, he will abandon ship.  I have… Read more

  • Herbed Almonds

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    Here is another great treat that can be quickly made and served as a party snack or an everyday treat. Almonds are a delicious and nutritious snack loaded with health benefits. Almonds are one of the healthiest tree nuts. A handful of  almonds a day offers many vitamins and minerals as well as promotes a… Read more

  • 8 Tips to Creating a Positive Work/Life Balance

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    As moms, we can often become so over-involved in our daily agendas and activities that we fail to remember to complete the straightforward actions that sustain our success. The challenge of harmonizing our personal and professional lives in today’s fast-paced world is a considerable trial we are often faced with. It is very easy to… Read more

  • Irish Proverb

    Write text here… Related articles VitaSoul – Irish Proverb When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you. African Proverb #africa #proverb #enemy #quote Thoughtful Thursday: Dutch Proverbs Read more

  • 6 Natural Beauty Tips

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    As I have gotten older, I have started to really pay attention to what I am putting into my body. But as I have begun to eat healthier, I have also began to really watch what I am putting ON my body. Commercial skin care products and cosmetics are the highest source of exposure to… Read more

  • Coconut Oil Face Scrub

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    In the past, I have written about the great uses for coconut oil. There are so many wonderful uses for this little known oil. Coconut oil can be used for health and wellness as well as around the home. One of the great uses of coconut oil is as a coconut oil face scrub. While… Read more

  • Organ Donor: An Open Letter

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    Every year on this date I unfold and quietly read an old letter that is always kept folded neatly inside a pouch with other old letters and pictures. This one, unlike the others, has no envelope, is written quickly, and is written on the wrong side of the paper. The letter is one that I… Read more

  • 10 Great Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar

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    I have been using Apple Cider Vinegar for many years as a great alternative to many household items. It was only recently that I discovered that raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar (abbreviated as ACV) can be used in many other ways. Used since 400 BC, there are many modern ways to incorporate Apple Cider Vinegar into… Read more