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  1. Broken Compact Repair

    February 16, 2013 by Breanna

    One of the most frustrating things I do on a regular basis is dropping makeup and shattering my powders: face, eye shadow…you name it, I’ve broken it.  Not only do I have a tendency to destroy my makeup, it always seems to be the one expensive item I have; it is NEVER my cheap $1.00 eye shadow.  Luckily, I discovered this repair technique on Pinterest.

    All you need for this project is your broken powder and powder container, a container to stir your paste, a spoon (or other object you can stir and smooth back into compact), and rubbing alcohol.

    I allowed my powder to dry for 24 hours before use.  I do not have the final project picture but this DID WORK, with only slight cracks in the repaired powder. I’ll take a couple of cracks over complete destruction any day!

     

    Compact Repair Step 1 and 2Compact Repair Step 3

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  2. Filtered Water Bottles

    January 1, 2013 by Breanna

    Water Bobble

    My mom got my husband and I these filtered water bottles for Christmas.  We fill them up, put them in the fridge at night, and have filtered water on the go the next day! She got us the “Bobble” water bottle (www.waterbobble.com):

    Bobble is a stylish, reusable bottle that filters water as you drink, using an ingenious replaceable carbon filter. when water passes through the filter, the carbon removes chlorine and organic contaminants. bobble is intended for municipal tap water making water better, with every sip.

    Bobble is a beautiful, sleek alternative to single-serve plastic water bottles, which harm the earth (and your wallet). every filter equates to 300 single-serve bottles. after a year, you’ve removed thousands of bottles from the environment, simply by filtering the water from your tap. bobble is free of BPA, Phthalates and PVC. and it is guilt-free as well. enjoy!

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  3. Detoxifying Summer Water

    June 20, 2012 by Breanna

    I found many posts on Pinterest for this no calorie, detoxifying, refreshing beverage.  I will admit, I’m not a big fan of cucumber so on my second attempt I cut the cucumber in half and added an extra lemon.  Seeing my delicious concoction every time I opened
     the fridge motivated me to drink more water and stay away from the food! It gave me inspiration to try different combinations…what about sliced oranges? Lemon and lime together? If you try a new mix, let me know! For now, here’s the recipe for this summer water:

    INGREDIENTS

    • 2 liters water
    • 1 cucumber (I used half but if you like cucumbers go all the way!) peeled and cut into thin slices
    • 1 lemon sliced
    • 8-10 mint leaves

     

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Stir all ingredients in a large pitcher.  Store in the fridge to keep cool!

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  4. Press On Nail Polish!

    May 3, 2012 by Breanna

    I’ve recently tried a press-on nail polish and love it! They have come up with so many styles that include sparkles and designs that are impossible to create on your own.  Just peel, stick, and file…well, that’s what it says; however, I will warn it takes a little longerthan regular nail polish! I’ve tried Sally Hansen brand and it lasted 5-7 days with only a couple of chips.  This current attempt is the cheaper “Kiss” brand (5.99) but I’ll have to keep you posted on how well this brand stays! Although this isn’t something I’d take the time to do on a regular day, I have found it useful to use before a special event or before a vacation.  It was so nice to not worry about my nails while away from home!

    TIPS:

    • Read the directions on the box…they give good tips!
    • Your nails need to be long enough to fold the sticker over the top of your nails, so if you’re a nail biter, this may not be the item for you!
    • Choose a polish that matches a polish you have at home (see the black in my picture, I could touch up tips with the black polish I have at home!)

    UPDATE:

    • I put these bad boys on my nails on a Sunday…it is now Friday on there are only minimal chips on the top of the nail, still wearable with nobody but me noticing because I’m super picky…a two minute touch up with black polish on the tips and I’m golden for another 2-3 days! 5.99 for a whole week of cute color….SOLD!

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  5. Protein Calculator

    March 23, 2012 by Breanna

    Calculator

    To follow up on my “don’t eat red meat” post from yesterday, I thought I’d provide a “protein calculator” for those of you who are concerned about not getting enough protein.  When I started cutting meat out of my daily intake (eating it only 3-4 times per week) my husband expressed concerns with my nutrition.  I TRIED assuring him that I was getting enough through natural, raw foods such as spinach (check out my tropical green smoothie), almonds, and other foods listed on yesterday’s blog.  Check out this link for a “Protein Intake Calculator” to determine your protein needs!

    http://www.meals.com/Meals-Tools/Protein-Calculator.aspx

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  6. Red Meats = Earlier death?

    March 22, 2012 by Breanna

    Red Meat

    Recent studies are beginning to show the negative health affects of eating red meat regularly.  I have always just assumed I needed some sort of protein/meat with each meal, but since reading the “Beauty Detox Solution” have found that is just not true! Now my breakfast and lunch is full of fresh fruits and veggies and I save my meat intake for evenings.  Not only that, I’m rarely eating red meats unless it is a special occasion or I’m jut having a craving for a hamburger!  Just check out this article from CNN:

    Study: Red meats can boost risk of dying

    (CNN) – A new study says eating red meat can boost your risk of dying young by up to 20 percent.

    Harvard University researchers tracked more than 120,000 men and women for more than two decades.

    They found that eating a small serving of unprocessed red meat daily, like hamburgers and roast beef, resulted in a 13 percent higher risk of premature death from heart disease and cancer.

    If the meat was processed, like in a hot dog or slices of bacon, the risk jumped to 20 percent.

    The study suggests that substituting red meat with foods like fish, poultry, nuts and beans may help people live longer.

    Copyright 2011 CNN. All rights reserved.

     

    If you’re concerned about your protein intake, remember you can find protein in foods other than meats such as:

    • Sprouted grains such as buckwheat, oats, quinoa, and millet
    • Vegetables including dark greens, mushrooms, peppers, and yams
    • Legumes like pinto beans and lentils
    • Raw nuts and seeds, including hemp, almonds, and pumpkin seeds
    • Chia Seeds
    • Almond Milk

    Check out this website for a full list of protein rich foods! http://www.nomeatathlete.com/vegetarian-protein/

     

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  7. Yummy lip scrub!

    March 20, 2012 by Breanna

    Smooth Lips

    Want smooth lips that taste yummy too? Simply mix 1/4 teaspoon olive oil with 1/8 teaspoon brown sugar.  Scrub on lips with finger and then wipe of (or lick off) with a damp towel.  It makes your lips feel super soft and it tastes yummy too!

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  8. Chia Seeds!

    March 17, 2012 by Breanna

    Chia Seeds

    I recently discovered the benefits of chia seeds and would like to share my findings! What’s great is you don’t need a fancy recipe to add them to your diet, you can add them to oatmeal, salads, and smoothies!

    1. Lose Weight: Chia seeds gel when exposed to water so when you eat them they expand and make you feel fuller longer
    2. Lower Blood Sugar:  The unique combination of soluble and insoluble fiber combine to slow down your body’s conversion of starches into sugars
    3. Increase Omega 3: Chia contains more omega 3 than salmon and omega-3 is is important in heart and cholesterol health. It’s also recently been targeted as a weight-loss helper.
    4. Energy: Chia seeds contain proteins which help increase energy levels!
    5. Age Defying Antioxidants: Anti-oxidants help prevent free-radical damage in your body. Free radicals lead to problematic conditions such as premature aging of the skin and inflammation of various tissues

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  9. Online Yoga and Pilates

    February 26, 2012 by Breanna

    Yoga


    I’ve been trying to get myself jazzed up to do yoga classes because I KNOW they are good for me; HOWEVER, I don’t want to look silly in a class of people AND I don’t want to pay a lot of money.  I ended up finding this website www.doyogawithme.com that has free videos at all levels! It’s been fun to try a few out and it is nice to have a choice between just a quick stretch and a full blown workout!

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  10. Reduce Risk of Heart Attack

    February 23, 2012 by Breanna

    I signed up for Kimberly Snyder’s blog and get great information via e-mail.  You should try too at www.kimberlysynder.net and I also recommend her book “The Beauty Detox Solution” Here is an excerpt from one of her recent blogs to reduce the risk of heart attack!
    1. The single most important thing you can do to protect your heart is to cut out (or significantly reduce) your intake of animal products including dairy, meat, and poultry. These foods clog the body, leading to plaque buildup and elevated homocysteine levels.
    2. Add more green vegetables in your diet. Adding these vegetables is also an extremely important step in protecting your heart, because they contain folic acid, which can lower homocysteine levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
    3. Have a Glowing Green Smoothie every day! This exponentially increases your intake of raw, leafy green vegetables and provides you with important vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients associated with decreased risk of heart disease.
    4. Eat a plant-based diet. Plants don’t have cholesterol, which can help lower your overall levels.
    5. Eat garlic, which helps lower cholesterol, by incorporating it into your cooking.
    6. Oats contain high levels of soluble fiber, which may help lower cholesterol. Eat your oats in an unprocessed form such as oat groats or steel cut oatmeal. Processed and instant oatmeal may be high in sugar. Avoid oats processed in a factory that also processes wheat, or gluten cross-contamination may be a problem.
    7. Brightly colored vegetables such as red peppers and lemons contain high levels of vitamin C. This antioxidant vitamin can protect you against inflammation, and has been shown to lower cholesterol.
    8. Eat chia and flax seeds, which are high in omega-3 fatty acids. This helps boost immunity, reducing triglycerides and inflammation. It can also help reduce blood pressure, prevent blood clots, protect your arteries from plaque buildup, and protect you against heart attack.
    9. Eat acai and other berries, which are high in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory, protective properties.
    10. Eat papaya. Not only is it delicious, but it is high in beta carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, folic acid, and antioxidants.
    11. Drink red wine in moderation. It contains resveratrol (flavonoids), which have been shown to be helpful to heart health.
    12. Eat carrots, which are high in the antioxidant carotenoids, which have been shown to protect heart health.

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