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Love Coconut Oil? We have 51 Popular Ways to Use It!

November 6, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

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Who doesn’t love, love, love coconut oil? It’s simply the best thing since sliced bread, isn’t it?  It has so many uses, too!  It’s been around for eons, but has suddenly become popular due to social media sites and the internet, during the past decade.

You probably use it on your skin and hair, but did you know that there are literally dozens of ways to use coconut oil? Even we were amazed at the things it could be used for!

We’ve got 51 ways to enjoy the healthy goodness of this coconut product, so you might want to turn on your printer! This list is a bit long!

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51 Popular Ways to Use Coconut Oil

  1. Super skin moisturizer
  2. Nourishing hair with its unique fat makeup
  3. Mix it with apple cider vinegar as a natural treatment for head lice
  4. Makes a super diaper cream that is completely natural
  5. Helps to heal the perineum after giving birth
  6. Speeds healing of sunburns (use after the heat is gone)
  7. Increases mental alertness when consumed regularly
  8. Helps to shorten the duration of the flu or cold virus (mix into hot tea)
  9. Stops acne when used regularly
  10. Perfect for healing those dry, cracked heels.

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  1. Naturally clears up cold sores or fever blisters
  2. Great for homemade soaps or homemade laundry soap.
  3. Cleans and softens shiny leather items such as purses or boots.
  4. Best insect repellent has ever been rosemary oil mixed with coconut oil.
  5. Mix with clay and charcoal for a super homemade soap that is easy on the skin
  6. Make your own coconut oil based doggie treats!
  7. Terrific in homemade shampoo bars.
  8. Cheap anti-frizz hair treatment; simply rub a dime sized portion through your hair.
  9. Rub into cuticles daily to help nails grow and stop hangnails.
  10. Best all natural baby lotion ever!

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  1. Mix with a few drops of scented essential oils for a sweet smelling massage oil.
  2. Ladies, this makes a great personal lubricant.
  3. Has a natural SPF of 8, so you can use it as a tanning oil.
  4. Use in your slow cooker soap recipe for super rich lather.
  5. Mix coconut oil and sea salt for a super exfoliating scrub.
  6. Mix with sugar for a sweet body scrub!
  7. Whip coconut oil and pure Shea butter for a luscious body balm.
  8. Consumed regularly, it might help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
  9. When used regularly, it can reduce the appearance of cellulite.
  10. Helps skin to heal quickly after infection or injury when applied topically.

 

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  1. Improves circulation when consumed regularly.
  2. Used in “pulling” coconut oil can make teeth whiter and stronger.
  3. When used in food, it can support thyroid function.
  4. The perfect oil for “seasoning” cast iron pans.
  5. Replace vegetable oil in recipes for added nutrition.
  6. By substituting coconut oil for other fats in your diet, you can increase your metabolism, and lose weight.
  7. Instantly boost energy when consumed regularly.
  8. Improves your dog or cat’s skin and coat when consumed regularly.
  9. Makes a terrific coffee “creamer”.
  10. Best wood polish ever!

 

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  1. Ease the itch of insect bites within seconds.
  2. A natural lip balm that works much better than petroleum based products.
  3. Use as a moisturizing make-up remover.
  4. Fight inflammation naturally by replacing other fats with coconut oil.
  5. New mothers can stop sore nipples by using natural coconut oil. Super safe for baby, too!
  6. Removes stuck on chewing gum almost like magic.
  7. Makes a wonderful bath oil. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to some coconut oil for a super relaxing soak that naturally softens the skin.
  8. Eases the discomfort of most skin rashes.
  9. Want to jazz up some popcorn? Add a bit of melted coconut oil, rather than butter.
  10. Fade sun spots or age spots by rubbing a dab of coconut oil into the area each day.
  11. Ease hard, dry, cracked doggie paws by rubbing some coconut oil into the pads each day. Do this outside to avoid getting it on your carpet!

 

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While coconut oil might not be a “cure all”, it certainly can do more than we ever thought it could!

What is your favorite way to use coconut oil?

 

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Top 10 Tips for Staying Healthy, Sexy, and Thin

October 21, 2016 by Tammy Robinson 2 Comments

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Everyone wants to stay beautifully thin and healthy. Unfortunately, for many, time and gravity plays a part in our lives, causing our waists to expand and our chests to sag.

Unfortunately, most of us are looking for a magic pill to take care of those pesky problems such as the proverbial spare tire and flabby upper arms.

What few people know is that you can actually keep yourself slim and younger looking, not to mention healthy, by simply following a few tips.

Keep reading to find out just how easy it is to stay healthy, sexy, and thin by practicing a few simple rules most days of the week!

 

  1. Follow the 80 percent Rule   tips-3

Most of us love to eat, and why not? It is one of life’s true pleasures! Unfortunately, we tend to eat too much most of the time. You can still enjoy all the food life has to offer, every delicious morsel, and still stay thin. How? Stop eating when you are about 80 percent full. This means you can eat a healthy meal, enjoy a glass of wine, even chocolate cake for dessert! You just need to stop eating when you feel almost full. Slowdown while you are eating and you will feel when you are just about full. This is the time to stop.

 

  1. Keep a Lookout for Oversized Portions   tips-6

Too many of us feel that we must clean our plates when we are served as we don’t want food to go to waste. While no one should waste food, keep in mind that by giving yourself smaller portions, you won’t feel forced to finish everything. Remember that you can always serve yourself more if you are still hungry.

When eating out, choose lunch entrees over the dinner sized portion if possible or simply ask for a doggie bag right away and put half (or more) away for tomorrow’s lunch.  Eat a salad first and drink a glass of water before you eat anything else.

 

  1. Cut Back on TV and Video Games   tips-4

We spend far too much time watching television and playing video games. While these are entertaining pastimes, they are not meant to be indulged in for hours at a time. In fact, you can easily moderate your pastimes with exercise by making a schedule that for every hour you watch TV or play video games, you must spend 1 hour doing exercise or some other type of chore, such as walking the dog, playing outside with your children, cleaning the house, or helping out at a soup kitchen. You can do almost anything during that hour, but you have to make it something where you aren’t sitting or lying down.

 

  1. Cut Back on Fast Food   burger 5

Let’s face it; cooking at home from scratch is time consuming and not that much fun for most people. However, the other side of that coin is that fast food is expensive, fattening, and not at all good for you.

Work at making fast food an occasional treat or to be used in a true emergency when you can’t get home and don’t have time for a restaurant. Fast food can be a particularly nasty habit to break, but it can be done.

Mark on a calendar, over a 30 day period every time you eat at a fast food restaurant.  For example, let’s say you discover that you are eating at Mickey D’s 3 times a week. During the next month, work at cutting it back to twice a week. The following month, once a week. The next month, make it only 3 times per month. This is a fairly easy way to withdraw from the fast food addiction blues.

 

  1. Control Stress   amazon-mat-yoga-2

Uncontrolled, ongoing stress is as dangerous to your body as getting drunk every day. Find ways to reduce and manage stress in your life. You can start by removing people who cause you stress, or at least limiting the amount of time you spend with them. Then learn ways to manage your stress through relaxation techniques such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, and meditation.

 

  1. Be Sun Safe   tips-5

Although the human body needs a bit of sunlight, it doesn’t need much.  Try to get 30 minutes of sun exposure on your bare skin most days. Early morning sun is best. After that, avoid the sun during the hours of 10AM and 3 PM when the sun is at its strongest. Wear sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and other protective clothing or seek out the shade as much as possible. Be especially careful with your face, unless you think sunspots, wrinkles, and leathery looking skin is beautiful.

 

  1. Exercise   menopause-5

While you might feel that you don’t have time to exercise, almost everyone can squeeze in 30 minutes most days. Try taking three 10 minute segments if you must. Walk as fast as you can for 5 minutes, then turn around and walk back. If you do that 3 times a day – you’re finished! Some weight training and other exercise would be extra beneficial, but if this was all you could manage, you would be far ahead of the crowd.

 

  1. Get Your Rest   tips-7

Americans tend to think of sleeping as something that the elderly and “weak” people do a lot of. This is not true and can be detrimental to your health. Your body needs time to reset, to heal, to repair, and to build everything from new muscle to new brain cells. It can only do this when you are asleep. Most people need 7 to 9 hours each night to feel their best. No, sleeping in an extra 4 hours on the weekend won’t make up for it. Try to get at least 7 hours of sleep each and every night.

 

  1. Be Social   menopause-women

Study after study has found that people who stay in contact with friends and/or family are happier, healthier, and live longer.  This doesn’t mean you have to be best buddies with your in-laws, but stay in touch with people who make you feel good and those that make you laugh. People who have a positive outlook on life are also healthier and live longer than those negative Nancy’s.  Find people who you have fun with and those that make you feel good about yourself. Yes, it really is that simple.

 

  1. Everything in Moderation   antibiotics-2

This really is the key to life. Everything in moderation, including moderation. This means that it’s OK to stay out really late every now and then, to eat a big piece of cake on your birthday, and to lie in bed watching a 6 hour Breaking Bad marathon. It’s NOT ok, however, to do this every weekend!

 

Of course, if you only followed these tips and you continued to smoke or drink to excess on a regular basis, don’t be surprised if you find yourself flabby and not-so-fit. These are simply tips to help you stay on the healthy, positive side of life as much as possible. The real work, however, is up to you.

 

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Taco Trucks on Every Corner? Here are a Few You Shouldn’t Miss!

September 8, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

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  This is a little outside of our usual stories, but we simply couldn’t resist.

No matter which color you are planning on voting for this November, you cannot deny that taco’s are great. This is what has made Trump’s buddy, Marco Gutierrez, the brunt of all jokes for at least the next few months. His statement, warning everyone that if Trump was not elected as President, it would lead to “taco trucks on every corner” must be the funniest thing said this election.

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Who doesn’t love tacos? Who wouldn’t mind a taco truck on every corner?

Well, we certainly wouldn’t. So in the spirit of tacos and building bridges, not walls, we would like to present the best taco trucks in America today.

  1. Leo’s Taco Truck

Let’s start with what is perhaps the home base of tacos, Los Angeles, California.  If you want the most authentic taco without using your passport, then Leo’s Taco Truck is the place to go. Slow roasted pork, marinated with fresh pineapple juice? Sounds like a dream come true!

 

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  1. Boka Tako

On the other side of the country, in Richmond, Virginia, you will find Boka Tako (which is a little cutesie spelling of Boca Taco, or Taco Mouth) These expert taco makers will thrill your taste buds with their chipotle cream, Habanero-lime vinaigrette, and something called Sambal Pork, which is pork meat marinated in a spicy type of Asian sauce.

 

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  1. Tacos Don Memo

The City of Brotherly Love (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is host to some of the best carne asada tacos on earth. The truck is a tiny one, but don’t let the size fool you, the flavor is out of this world. For a change of pace, try their Torta Cubanan.

 

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  1. Chela’s

With a huge Hispanic population, it was hard picking out just one terrific taco truck, but when pressed for an answer, Chela’s had to be it. Be sure to order the carne asada with queso blanco with handmade corn tortillas. You’ll be back again and again for that one!

 

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  1. Taceaux Loceaux

Local favorites from this New Orleans, Louisiana, truck include andouille sausage and shrimp tacos. If you think tacos with a little Cajun twist to them sounds good, don’t miss this truck! Don’t forget the handmade salsa!

 

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It seems as though finding taco trucks on every corner, especially after 1a.m., sounds good to everyone. Except, perhaps, Marco Gutierrez.  Guess he’s a hamburger kind of guy.

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Unbelievable 10 Reasons Why Women Lose Their Hair

September 6, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

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One of the things you can count on if you are female is that your body will go through many different changes over your lifetime.

Unfortunately, some of those changes result in hair thinning or hair loss. Other times, it’s a matter of lifestyle, personal habits, medications, and other issues that cause women to lose those luscious locks that they love.

If you feel that you are losing your hair, but don’t know where to even begin on how to address it, keep reading! We are going to explain the top 10 most common reasons women lose their hair.

  1. PCOS

  Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome, PCOS for short, leads to abnormal hormone levels in the body which can result in too much hair in unwanted places, such as the face or armpits, and lack of hair on the scalp. This is due to an overproduction of male hormones. If you feel this might be your problem, see your OBGYN.

  1. Menopause  hair loss 9

Once women hit their 50’s, menopause is about to, or has begun, to take place. The main event in menopause is a lack of estrogen production. This not only makes hair dry and brittle, but can cause it to fall out or break off. Menopause can be rough, so be sure that you take extra care of your body, and your mane, during this time.

  1. After Baby Hair Loss

Some women experience significant hair loss after giving birth. This is, again, due to the fall in estrogen that occurs after giving birth. Rest assured that this problem is only temporary and your hair should start to grow back to its normal thickness in just a few weeks.

  1. Medications hair loss 1

If you suddenly go off of or switch your birth control pill for another brand, this can sometimes lead to a temporary loss of hair. Other medications, especially chemo or hormonal therapies, can also cause hair loss. If you think your medication may be to blame, speak with your doctor about a possible alternative. Otherwise, the problem is usually temporary and hair growth should resume in a few weeks.

  1. Lack of Protein  hair loss 3

Your hair is made up of keratin, which is a type of protein. Some women, in their efforts to maintain a slim figure, do not eat enough protein rich foods. This depletes the body of protein and can lead to serious health problems, in addition to weak, brittle hair that falls out easily. Be certain you are getting enough protein each day. On average, a woman needs about 1 gram of protein for every kilo of body weight.

  1. Chronic Medical Conditions

Of course, ongoing acute or chronic medical problems, such as psoriasis or diabetes, can affect hair growth.  Diabetes, for example, has a profoundly negative impact on blood circulation. This causes less oxygen and nutrients to be delivered to the upper and lower portions of the body, causing hair to die due to lack of nutrients. Normal hair loss is between 60 to 100 hairs every day, but if you feel that you are losing far more than that, speak with your doctor.

  1. Poor Hair Care  hair loss 4

Most women think they spend plenty of time with their hair and that is certainly isn’t neglected, but perhaps that is exactly the problem. The constant or overuse of hairspray, coloring agents, bleach, hot rollers, blow dryers, straightening irons, gels, mousse, frequent color changes, and curling irons all lead to dry, brittle hair that  can fall out easily. For most women, it’s not a lack of care, but too much messing with the hair that can cause it to fall out excessively. Speak with a professional hairdresser about ways you can help care for your hair and still look stylish.

  1. Anemia

Just like protein, the body needs iron for healthy hair. Iron causes your body to make red blood cells, which feed the hair oxygen. For some women, a lack of iron occurs due to a heavy menstrual cycle, for others, it’s a poor diet. Speak with your doctor about having your iron level checked. Consider taking a supplement or changing your diet if your iron levels are low.

  1. Crash Diets or Low Body Weight  hair loss 6

There is a reason most super thin stars wear wigs and weaves; they don’t weigh enough to hang on to their hair! Crash diets that cause you to lose a great deal of weight quickly usually do so by causing you to eat a minimal amount of calories. This means that your body, including your hair, is not getting the nutrients it needs. Low body weight is usually a sign of improper eating, which can also lead to hair loss. Speak with your doctor about a healthy diet plan that causes you to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week. You should also discuss what would be a healthy body weight for you.

  1. Thyroid Problems or Autoimmune Disease

Your thyroid is responsible for most of the hormones your body makes. A malfunctioning thyroid can result in hair loss due to low or fluctuating hormone levels. Autoimmune diseases often attack our own cells, including our hair, causing it to fall out. Have your doctor check your thyroid function if you feel this might be the cause of your hair loss.

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Every woman wants thick, beautiful, shiny hair she can be proud of. If you have concerns, please see your doctor for a full checkup and speak to them about your hair loss problem or visit your local hairdresser for tips on how to properly care for your locks.

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Why Don’t Mickey D’s Hamburgers go Bad? It’s Not What You Might Think

August 27, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

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  Have you seen the latest video making the rounds on social media sites regarding hamburgers? In this video, Buzzfeed put hamburgers from 7 different fast food joints in glass jars and waited 30 days to see what would develop. (Excuse the pun).

After 30 days, some were covered in mold and other yucky things, but not the burger from Mickey D’s. In fact, it looked exactly the same as the day they put it in the jar!  You can see that short video here.

What the actual heck is going on ? Are Mickey D’s burgers made from space cows? Do they use some type of Alien wheat that doesn’t grow mold?

While there is no doubt that the visual part of this experiment can be nerve rattling, there are a few things you should take into consideration.

How Does Mold Grow    burgers 2

  Mold grows wherever there are sufficient levels of moisture and when mold spores are present (which is on just about everything).  With this knowledge in hand, J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, restaurant chef and blogger, created his own experiment in an attempt to find out why this one burger appeared to be ageless.

There are 5 main things that would stop mold from growing; some type of preservative, a high salt content in the meat, low moisture levels in the bun and/or meat,  no air where the burger was made, and no mold spores ever coming into contact with the hamburger, EVER.

Well, it’s fairly obvious that the burgers were exposed to air and weren’t made in the vacuum of space! And since mold spores are pretty much everywhere (although some are killed on the burger itself when it is cooked),  Lopez-Alt threw out these two ideas.

The ingredient list for the buns from all locations was pretty much the same. All fast food companies state that their meat is 100 percent beef, so there is no difference there.  So this chef decided to make some of his own handmade burgers and compare them with Mickey D’s. A total of 9 different burgers were made, some from McDonald’s (mixing up a few buns and patty combinations) and several made at home by Lopez-Alt.

He made some burgers with extra salt, some with no salt, and he used a variety of buns from local supermarkets. He wore gloves in all phases of cooking and even when touching the McDonald’s burgers to ensure he did not contaminate them with anything from his skin.

All 9 burgers were left sitting on a plate in the open air of his kitchen for three weeks.

The Results   burgers 1

  After three weeks, all burgers looked exactly the same. NONE of them had grown any mold.  Those with no salt looked the same as the ones with extra salt, which looked exactly the same as the McDonald’s burger.

However, when the burgers were weighed, this is where the difference was found. Every single burger had lost at least 25 percent of their weight in the first week alone. This means they had lost their moisture and were dry. Mold must have moisture to grow.

McDonald’s tends to use very thin meat patties with quite a bit of surface area. This allows them to dry out very fast before they can grow mold. If you were to take a McDonald’s burger and put it directly in a plastic bag, which would seal in the moisture, it would be filled with mold quickly.

But What About the Video?    burger 4

  Since we don’t know anything about where or how these burgers were sealed, it leaves quite a few unanswered questions.

  • Were the burgers sealed immediately after purchase?
  • Where were they purchased? For example, burgers in Florida in the summer months would be subjected to a great deal more moisture than burgers in Phoenix.
  • Do other fast food restaurants use thicker meat patties?
  • In the video, the McDonald’s burger had cheese, but we don’t see cheese on every burger
  • Were there any condiments added or removed?

In order to compare things, you need to have all burgers tested be subjected to the exact same procedures. Since the video doesn’t tell us more, we can only guess.

The Bottom Line

   Of course, we are not suggesting that this means you should eat Burger King Hamburgers for lunch several times a week, simply because this video shows that they grew mold. Most fast food restaurants burger meals exceed everyone’s daily recommended amount of sugar, salt, and fat.

We should be objecting to the nutritional content of fast food meals, and not waste time speculating on why this burger did not grow mold.

 

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