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8 Easy Spring-Cleaning Shortcuts
Although we are a little ways past the beginning of spring, it isn’t too late to get your house in shape and begin spring cleaning. If you aren’t excited about the idea but know that it is a necessity, try some of these time and energy-saving tips. Put vinegar in the microwave for a few minutes to let the steam penetrate the stuck-on food. This will make it easier to clean it out. Place an antimicrobial doormat by your main entrance to capture most of the harmful toxins and pesticides that get drug into your home. Also try waxing your shower tiles with turtle wax to repel water and keep it clean for longer. Keep reading for more time-saving tricks.
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http://blogs.babycenter.com/life_and_home/8-easy-spring-cleaning-shortcuts/
The Worst Foods for Your Skin
There are tons of foods that are considered to be “good” for your skin. These foods are high in vitamins and nutrients that help your body to optimally function and produce gorgeous skin. Just as there are foods that are good for your skin, there are also foods that are bad for your skin. This list does not include one particular food; however, it is mostly comprised of foods that contain dairy products as well as foods with a high glycemic index. This is believed to be due to the high amount of hormones in milk products which affect the body. High glycemic index foods such as white bread and pasta also have a negative effect on skin.
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http://rodale-conqueryourmountain.com/the-worst-foods-for-your-skin/
What Your Brain Looks Like on Prescription Pills
Do you remember the commercial that showed an egg frying to depict what your brain looked like on drugs? Well, recent studies show that the image presented isn’t too far off for a brain on any type of drug, including prescription ones. Drugs of all forms are taken to make us feel better. Once ingested, the medicine goes to one of two reward centers in the brain, causing the body to feel less pain. If these reward centers are stimulated too much, they become fatigued, causing you to need more of the medication to alleviate bad feelings. Also in this category are sleeping pills, which leave most with a hangover-type feeling in the morning.
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Weight Loss Smells: Sniff These 6 Foods to Lose Weight
We all know how hard it can be to resist the smell of something decadent, like freshly baked cookies. Just as smell can cause you to crave foods, it can do the opposite and help you to lose weight as well. Foods included in this list have varying positive effects, such as greater perceived feelings of fullness causing you to eat less, stronger smells which can lead to smaller bites, and appetite suppressants. These foods include olive oil, garlic, green apples, bananas, fennel, and grapefruit. Incorporate these aroma-filled foods into your diet and start experiencing the weight loss benefits.
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In Memory of Ken Venturi
We just heard of the passing of Ken Venturi this morning. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his wife Kathleen and his sons Tim and Matthew. Ken was a big supporter of SierraSil including doing a video for us several years ago. You will be missed not only by us but by the entire sports community.
5 Tips for Dealing With Anxiety
No matter what the state of your business, you will inevitably have nights where you lose sleep over your business dealings. Unfortunately, worry and anxiety go hand in hand with being an entrepreneur. In order to minimize these stressors (and get some sleep!), focus on taking care of yourself. This includes eating well, laying off the coffee, exercising, making a plan, and being thankful. These behaviors will help you calm your mind and leave you in a state where you can maximize your productivity.
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http://www.inc.com/barbara-mendez/5-tips-for-dealing-with-anxiety.html
Tackling Diet, Exercise Together Produces Best Results: Study
Studies show that when you are trying to lose weight, it is best to focus on both diet and exercise at the same time to produce the best results. However, if you can only handle one lifestyle change a time, you should start with incorporating exercise into your daily routine. Changing your diet first may interfere with your ability to stick to a regular exercise routine. In regards to exercise, be sure to schedule time in your day to fit it in. In regards to diet, it is a little simpler-all you have to do is substitute healthy foods for your regular processed choices. Both changes may be difficult at first, but sticking to your goals will give you the results you desire.
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‘Western’ Diet Not the Way to Age Well
Recent studies show that those who eat a Western diet, that is, one that includes fried and sweet foods, processed and red meat, refined grains, and high-fat dairy products, have more risk of unhealthy aging. Unhealthy aging increases the risk of premature death. Even those who make it to an old age will more than likely be in bed health when they get there. This includes having chronic conditions, and scoring low on physical and mental health tests.
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http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20130417/western-diet-not-the-way-to-age-well?src=RSS_PUBLIC
12 Ounces of Sugary Soda a Day Raises Diabetes Risk: Study
Recent studies show that consuming one, twelve ounce sugary drink per day increases the risk of developing Type II Diabetes. The effect of these types of drinks on diabetes goes beyond weight gain to potentially severe health risks. Additional studies took into account people’s total calorie intake and body-mass index. Although no cause and effect relationship can be proven, an association was found.
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6 Exercise Programs to Get You Swimsuit-Ready
Swimsuit season is upon us, which means it is time to get our bodies’ swimsuit ready. If you don’t have the money to pay an expensive gym membership or the time to get to the gym, online workout plans are the perfect choices for you. There are several programs that you can do from the comfort of your home that will give you the results that you desire. Some of these choices include the DailyBurn, PilatesAnytime, and DailyHIIT. Some programs have fees, usually less than $20 per month, while others are completely free. All programs, however, require maximal effort and minimal equipment.
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