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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
For Our Friends in Canada - The Kit Canada's Beauty Authority Digital Magazine
Here is another interesting free online digital magazine. This one comes from Canada. It has some interesting articles and is fun to browse through for some good beauty tips. On page 34 of this issue, there is a recipe for a "Do It Yourself" moisturizer. Like the foods we eat, it is sometimes nice to be able to make your own beauty products because you can control the ingredients and you can decide the portion sizes as well. If you are up to the challenge of trying your own DIY beauty products, this recipe looked like it would be easy to follow. If you are a resident of Canada you can subscribe to this magazine. I will also try to post updated issues here to give others a chance to read the magazine. It is interesting to see what trends are around the globe! I hope you enjoy the summer 2011 issue of The Kit.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Free Sample of "Soooo Sweet!" Stevia Sweetener
Here is a link to receive a free sample of "Soooo Sweet!" Stevia Sweetener. On their website is a description of what Stevia is made from which I will post below. You can click the link at the end of the post to request your free sample while supplies last.
"Stevia is a genus of about 240 species of herbs and shrubs in the sunflower family (Asteraceae), native to subtropical and tropical regions from western North America to South America. The species Stevia rebaudiana, commonly known as sweetleaf, sweet leaf, sugarleaf, or simply stevia, is widely grown for its sweet leaves. As a sweetener and sugar substitute, stevia's taste has a slower onset and longer duration than that of sugar. In these indigenous areas, Stevia has become a staple in the diets of healthy minded individuals.
With its extracts having up to 300 times the sweetness of sugar, stevia has garnered attention with the rise in demand for low-carbohydrate, low-sugar food alternatives. Medical research has also shown possible benefits of stevia in treating obesity and high blood pressure. Because stevia has a negligible effect on blood glucose, it is attractive as a natural sweetener to people on carbohydrate-controlled diets. Consult your physician if you have diabetes or blood pressure issues, as it may help if you have any of these problems.
Stevia has been granted GRaS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status. This has opened up the doors to put in the market a safe natural alternative to all sugar, high fructose corn syrup and chemically derived substitutes. This is another hopeful step in helping you on your way to a healthier diet."
Click below for your free sample:
Free Sample of Soooo Sweet! Stevia Sweetener
"Stevia is a genus of about 240 species of herbs and shrubs in the sunflower family (Asteraceae), native to subtropical and tropical regions from western North America to South America. The species Stevia rebaudiana, commonly known as sweetleaf, sweet leaf, sugarleaf, or simply stevia, is widely grown for its sweet leaves. As a sweetener and sugar substitute, stevia's taste has a slower onset and longer duration than that of sugar. In these indigenous areas, Stevia has become a staple in the diets of healthy minded individuals.
With its extracts having up to 300 times the sweetness of sugar, stevia has garnered attention with the rise in demand for low-carbohydrate, low-sugar food alternatives. Medical research has also shown possible benefits of stevia in treating obesity and high blood pressure. Because stevia has a negligible effect on blood glucose, it is attractive as a natural sweetener to people on carbohydrate-controlled diets. Consult your physician if you have diabetes or blood pressure issues, as it may help if you have any of these problems.
Stevia has been granted GRaS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status. This has opened up the doors to put in the market a safe natural alternative to all sugar, high fructose corn syrup and chemically derived substitutes. This is another hopeful step in helping you on your way to a healthier diet."
Click below for your free sample:
Free Sample of Soooo Sweet! Stevia Sweetener
Tip of the Week - Make Sure You Keep Moving
It's not easy to keep exercising but if you think about the small choices you make each day you can add more calorie burning and muscle toning to your day. Instead of driving around the parking lot at work or the stores looking for the closest spot, park a little farther away and walk a few more steps. This will allow you to burn a few more calories and get your body used to moving a little bit more. Instead of sitting down on a couch to watch TV, make sure you keep moving, maybe dusting the room or sweeping the floor. When the weather is nice, get up and go outside. If you work in your yard or just walk around the neighborhood, you will be helping your body get in shape. In small ways you can make choices to help stay in shape or help work your way into more vigorous exercising. It doesn't feel like exercising when you are doing day to day activities. If you like working in your garden, working on small house projects, or walking around to see the views, don't hesitate to do them because these activities count as exercise. Resist the temptation to just sit or lay down during the day. Choose activities that help you keep moving. Not only will you get more exercise in, but you might find some of those "to do" items around the house you haven't had time to work on, being taken off the list. If you try this for the next 30 days, you might see a change in your daily routines for the better. By walking around your neighborhood, you might make friends with neighbors you would not otherwise get to know. Best of all, you might start to notice some positive physical changes in your body.
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Pure Beauty July 2011 Digital Magazine a UK Publication
Today I'm posting a digital magazine from the UK called Pure Beauty. This is the July 2011 issue. I like the articles in this edition and even saw some of my favorite products by Jason Pure and Natural on page 6. If you like looking at beauty magazines especially for natural products I think you will like this one. It's nice to see what other countries have in comparison to the US as well. One item I noticed that I've been looking for in the US is natural permanent hair color. In this magazine on page 38, I noticed they have a color called Naturint that is 100% permanent without ammonia and other harsh chemicals found in most permanent hair colors. I hope consumers here in the US can begin seeing this trend soon! Maybe we can find some more future trends that might be coming our way soon.
This is another free digital publication and I'll try to post them when new issues become available. I hope you enjoy browsing through the pages of this magazine. Note: You can view the magazine in another window by clicking the link below the video which will also make it larger on your screen.
This is another free digital publication and I'll try to post them when new issues become available. I hope you enjoy browsing through the pages of this magazine. Note: You can view the magazine in another window by clicking the link below the video which will also make it larger on your screen.
Friday, August 19, 2011
Today's Featured Product: Tarte LipSurgence Natural Lip Luster in the Color Sweet
In the kit I received from QVC that I wrote about in yesterday's post, I also received the new color Sweet in the Tarte LipSurgence Natural Lip Luster. This color is a peach, pink shade and there is a bit of sparkle to the color.
It also has the minty taste like the other LipSurgence Lip colors I've used in the past. This color is complimented with the blush Peaceful from yesterday's post.
Sweet Lipsurgence is a much lighter peachy pink color than the Envy and looks much closer in color to Lucky. However, this one is shinier and has more sparkle than Lucky. Both this LipSurgence (Sweet) and the blush from yesterday's post (Peaceful) are currently exclusive to QVC until December 31, 2011. This lip product does not have some of the harsh chemicals other lip products contain. And my wish is coming true; they are adding more colors to this product line! Have fun with these, they are easy to use, have a great taste and they are long wearing on your lips. You do have to reapply after eating, but it's a snap with this easy to use tube.
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| Sweet LipSurgence Natural Lip Luster |
It also has the minty taste like the other LipSurgence Lip colors I've used in the past. This color is complimented with the blush Peaceful from yesterday's post.
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| On the left is Sweet LipSurgence and on the right is Peaceful 12-Hour Blush. |
Sweet Lipsurgence is a much lighter peachy pink color than the Envy and looks much closer in color to Lucky. However, this one is shinier and has more sparkle than Lucky. Both this LipSurgence (Sweet) and the blush from yesterday's post (Peaceful) are currently exclusive to QVC until December 31, 2011. This lip product does not have some of the harsh chemicals other lip products contain. And my wish is coming true; they are adding more colors to this product line! Have fun with these, they are easy to use, have a great taste and they are long wearing on your lips. You do have to reapply after eating, but it's a snap with this easy to use tube.
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| Sweet Lips! I like the color especially if I decide to wear pink for the day. |
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Today's Featured Product: Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush (Peaceful)
I recently received a kit that included the Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in the color Peaceful from Tarte. I've been using this for about a month now and it is a nice color that really does last all day long. I do not get any breakouts on my cheeks either. And I have not had to reapply the color during the day or in the evening. I even wore it when was exercising and it didn't wear off. This surprised me because usually if you wear any makeup when you are exercising it can fade off quickly. I also like that the color looks smooth on my cheeks and doesn't appear flaky or caked up on my face. This blush does not contain mineral oil, parabens, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfates or synthetic fragrances. Peaceful is a soft rose color blush that isn't overpowering on your face. If you like a soft, rosy cheek color, you will like Peaceful. You don't have to use much when applying to your face, a little swirl with your blush brush is all you need. They have also made the blush with an embossed picture of the Amazon River and their name Tarte. This is another winning product from Tarte.
I received this blush in a kit from QVC called "Tarte Glow Your Way to Gorgeous 8-pc Maracuja & Clay Collection" Item number A217165. This kit will have two more in the collection that will have new seasonal colors. The next will be coming out in October 2011 and the final one in February 2012. You can also purchase the Tarte blushes at your local Ulta stores or online at Ulta and Tarte.com as well as online at QVC.com. If you want a blush that doesn't contain some of the harmful chemicals other blushes have and looks great on your cheeks you will want to give this one a try.
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| Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush (Peaceful) |
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| Peaceful 12-Hour Blush from Tarte |
I received this blush in a kit from QVC called "Tarte Glow Your Way to Gorgeous 8-pc Maracuja & Clay Collection" Item number A217165. This kit will have two more in the collection that will have new seasonal colors. The next will be coming out in October 2011 and the final one in February 2012. You can also purchase the Tarte blushes at your local Ulta stores or online at Ulta and Tarte.com as well as online at QVC.com. If you want a blush that doesn't contain some of the harmful chemicals other blushes have and looks great on your cheeks you will want to give this one a try.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Tip of the Week - Squat Exercises
This week I'm attaching a link to a video from the MayoClinic.com that shows how to properly do squat exercises. It's important to do any exercise properly so you don't injure yourself. This video shows in good detail how to properly do squats. These exercises target the quadriceps and the hamstring muscles. Strengthening these muscles can help protect your knees and boost your performance in a variety of sports.
If you can start an exercise like this one and keep it going for 30 days, it can become a part of your regular routine. It can help you stay fit and healthy. You can also share this with a friend and you can remind each other to do this regularly. Eventually, you can add more exercises to change up your routine and it can become fun. And building these muscles can make other activities easier and more enjoyable. Keep this up with your walking and you might begin to notice a difference in your overall health. Click below to watch the video.
Video: Squat exercise
In case the link to the video ever changes, I'm attaching a transcript of the video below:
Mayo Clinic's award-winning consumer Web site offers health information and self-improvement tools. MayoClinic.com's medical experts and editorial professionals bring you access to the knowledge and experience of Mayo Clinic for all your consumer health information needs, from cancer, diabetes and heart disease to nutrition, exercise and pregnancy.
If you can start an exercise like this one and keep it going for 30 days, it can become a part of your regular routine. It can help you stay fit and healthy. You can also share this with a friend and you can remind each other to do this regularly. Eventually, you can add more exercises to change up your routine and it can become fun. And building these muscles can make other activities easier and more enjoyable. Keep this up with your walking and you might begin to notice a difference in your overall health. Click below to watch the video.
Video: Squat exercise
In case the link to the video ever changes, I'm attaching a transcript of the video below:
Dr. Laskowski: The squat is a body resistance exercise
that works the leg muscles. Specifically, the squat targets the
quadriceps and the hamstring muscles. Strengthening these muscles can
help protect your knees and boost your performance in a variety of
sports.
Nicole Krupa: To do a squat, stand with your feet slightly greater than shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing ahead. Slowly descend, bending through the hips, knees and ankles. Stop when your knees reach a 90-degree angle. Then return to the starting position. You'll feel tension in your legs and buttocks.
When you're doing squats, keep your back in a neutral position. Don't flatten the curve of your lower back, and don't arch your back in the other direction. Make sure that your knees stay centered over your feet on the way down. Don't let your knees roll inward or outward. If you can't bend your knees to a 90-degree angle, simply go as low as you can. Use your arms for balance and support. Stop when you're fatigued or your form begins to suffer.
For most people, one set of 12 to 15 repetitions is adequate.
Remember, for best results, keep your back in a neutral position and your abdominal muscles tight during the exercise. Keep your knees centered over your feet on the way down. Also, remember to keep your movements smooth and controlled.
Nicole Krupa: To do a squat, stand with your feet slightly greater than shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing ahead. Slowly descend, bending through the hips, knees and ankles. Stop when your knees reach a 90-degree angle. Then return to the starting position. You'll feel tension in your legs and buttocks.
When you're doing squats, keep your back in a neutral position. Don't flatten the curve of your lower back, and don't arch your back in the other direction. Make sure that your knees stay centered over your feet on the way down. Don't let your knees roll inward or outward. If you can't bend your knees to a 90-degree angle, simply go as low as you can. Use your arms for balance and support. Stop when you're fatigued or your form begins to suffer.
For most people, one set of 12 to 15 repetitions is adequate.
Remember, for best results, keep your back in a neutral position and your abdominal muscles tight during the exercise. Keep your knees centered over your feet on the way down. Also, remember to keep your movements smooth and controlled.
Mayo Clinic's award-winning consumer Web site offers health information and self-improvement tools. MayoClinic.com's medical experts and editorial professionals bring you access to the knowledge and experience of Mayo Clinic for all your consumer health information needs, from cancer, diabetes and heart disease to nutrition, exercise and pregnancy.
Yes To Carrots Giveaway By Nur-Open Internationally
I've been using some of the Yes To Carrots products and have written about them in my blog. Now you have a chance to win some of the products. This contest is open internationally and ends August 21, 2011 at 11:59 Eastern Standard Time. All you need to do is go the Facebook link below and "Like" the page then make a comment that Nur sent you. I'm also attaching her video below so you can watch it for the details.
I like the Yes To Carrots product line because they do not use many of the bad chemicals (like parabens, phalates, sodium sulfates) we find in so many our daily products and they work great. I've used the Yes To Tomatoes Shampoo, Yes To Cucumbers Soothing Eye Gel and Yes To Cucumbers Daily Facial Cleanser to name a few. You can look at my past posts to read about my thoughts on these wonderful products. I hope one of my readers is a lucky winner. Let me know if you do win I'd love to hear from you and what you think of their products. Good Luck!
Click here to "Like" the Yes To Carrots Facebook page (Don't forget to let them know Nur sent you): Yes To Carrots
Note: (You can mute/stop my blog music on the right hand side below before listening to the video)
I like the Yes To Carrots product line because they do not use many of the bad chemicals (like parabens, phalates, sodium sulfates) we find in so many our daily products and they work great. I've used the Yes To Tomatoes Shampoo, Yes To Cucumbers Soothing Eye Gel and Yes To Cucumbers Daily Facial Cleanser to name a few. You can look at my past posts to read about my thoughts on these wonderful products. I hope one of my readers is a lucky winner. Let me know if you do win I'd love to hear from you and what you think of their products. Good Luck!
Click here to "Like" the Yes To Carrots Facebook page (Don't forget to let them know Nur sent you): Yes To Carrots
Note: (You can mute/stop my blog music on the right hand side below before listening to the video)
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Free Tea Samples for Our Friends in the UK
Many of the free samples and giveaways I find have been restricted to US residents only. So I thought today I'd add in a free sample for our UK friends. I'm still looking for natural product samples and health samples as well for UK residents and will post them when I find them. Today the sample is for Twinings Tea. To get your two free samples in the UK please click the link below:
Click here: Twining Tea Samples
Cheers!
Click here: Twining Tea Samples
Cheers!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Coco Eco Magazine July/August 2011 Issue
Here is the July/August 2011 Issue of Coco Eco Magazine. This is a bi-monthly digital magazine that is devoted to Eco-Chic Fashion, Beauty, Celebrity and Style. Every now and then I see offers to get this magazine free for 1 year. The next time I see one of their free offer codes, I'll share with you so you may view past issues and free issues for 1 year. I find some of the articles very interesting and by reading magazines such as this one, I get previews of natural products that will be coming out on the market. Coco Eco Magazine began in October 2008 and was founded by Anna Griffin a native of London, England. She is also a contributing writer for The Huffington Post. You can read more about Coco Eco Magazine by checking out my Links and Blog Roll tab to find their website.
In this issue "The Planet Issue" read the "Letter to You" on page 10 from Anna and the "Letter to You" on page 12 from Daphne Zuniga guest editor on the July/August 2011 Issue to get a true feel for the Magazine. This is a great Go Green magazine, hope you will enjoy the free sample issue.
In this issue "The Planet Issue" read the "Letter to You" on page 10 from Anna and the "Letter to You" on page 12 from Daphne Zuniga guest editor on the July/August 2011 Issue to get a true feel for the Magazine. This is a great Go Green magazine, hope you will enjoy the free sample issue.
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