March 01, 2017

3 ingredients you don't want in your skincare products 

Our skin is the largest organ of the human body and what we apply to it actually enters into our bloodstream and impacts our health and wellness. 

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1. Petroleum/Mineral Oil – derived from the distillation of gasoline. It forms a barrier on the skin like plastic wrap clogging pores, trapping dirt, toxins, bacteria and accelerating the aging process. 

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2. Parabans - the most commonly used preservative in the cosmetic industry. Parabens possess estrogen-mimicking properties that are associated with increased risk of breast cancer. These chemicals are absorbed through the skin and have been identified in biopsy samples from breast tumors. They can be found in makeup, body washes, deodorants, shampoos and facial cleansers. 

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3. Sulfates (SLS) – Sodium Lauryl Sulfate/Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS) – is commonly found in most personal care products that foam, including bubble baths, body washes, shampoos, soaps and facial cleansers. Sulfates have been found to be one of the most irritating cleansing agents used in skin-care products. Sulfates have also been shown to cause allergic reactions and been linked to cancer, organ toxicity and hormone level disruptions. 

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If you want to learn more about the toxicity level of the ingredients in your beauty care products, go to the Environmental Working Group website at (www.ewa.org) and search their Skin Deep Cosmetic Database to find out how your products have been rated. The database provides easy-to-navigate safety ratings for tens of thousands of personal care products.

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February 22, 2017

Below is a brief description from Dr. Axe about the dangers of excess sugar.  The video below will also provide 5 sugar substitutes. 

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Is sugar bad for you? Can it really have a head-to-toe impact on the human body? When we’re talking about added sugar, the answer is a resounding “yes.” Sugar impacts just about every organ system in the body. And not in a good way. In this episode of Ancient Medicine According to Dr. Axe, sugar destroys your body and contributes to disease. Sugar addiction is a chronic problem in America today. In fact, cravings are the number one cause of people falling off diets and stopping or even reversing weight loss efforts

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February 22, 2017

If you love pancakes like I do you will love this healthy and simple recipe.  This recipe is delicious and only uses to main ingredients. That's right, just 2 main ingredients, bananas and eggs.  

Directions:

1. Take one ripe banana and smash into a mixing bowl. 

2. Add 2 eggs and mix into the bannanas.

3. Get your favorite skillet you use to make pancakes and add oil.  

    (I like coconut oil but you can use any oil you like).

4. Once your batter is thoroughly mixed you can add cinnamon and vanilla extract for seasoning.

5. Pour out 1-2 pancakes.

6. Cook each side until golden brown.

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February 22, 2017

Who doesn't love apple pie!  Well it's my favorite dessert but I needed to find a recipe that would satisfy my sweet tooth but not add inches to my waistline.  This recipe is also wonderful for friends and family who may have diabetes and need a sugar free option.  This is a very easy pie to make and it tastes wonderful.  

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Ingredients:

• 10 packets SweetLeaf® Stevia Sweetener

• Pastry dough for 9-inch, 2-crust pie

• 1/2 tsp. salt

• 2 tablespoons of Vanilla extract 

• 1 1/4 tsp. cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp. nutmeg

• 3 Tbsp. cornstarch or tapioca starch 

• 4 large, Fugi apples

• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 

• 2 Tbsp. butter or coconut oil 

• 1 egg, beaten for brushing pie

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

Peel, core, and slice the apples. Line a 9-inch pie pan with half the pastry dough.

Mix the stevia, salt, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, applesauce and cornstarch or tapioca  in a bowl. Add apples and coat them well.  Stir to combine.

Pour the apple mixture into the pie pan lined with pastry dough and dot with butter.

Roll out the top crust and drape it over the pie, or lattice weave strips of dough over the top. Brush the latticed dough with egg and dust with cinnamon. Crimp the edges and cut several vents in the top. Bake 10 minutes, then lower the heat to 350 degrees F and bake 30-40 minutes more or until the apples are tender when pierced with a skewer and the crust is browned.

Serves: 8

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February 22, 2017

Check out the link below to substitute regular sugar with an all natural sugar alternative "Stevia." 

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SweetLeaf® is the award-winning stevia brand with zero calories, zero carbs, a non-glycemic response, and NO artificial sweeteners. That’s why it is the most popular stevia brand in the natural foods marketplace.

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