Toxic Chemicals
They really are everywhere, in sunscreens, self-tanners, make-up, moisturizers, cleansers, beauty masks, and so much more. Just a few of the ones that are most dangerous and why. Keep this with you when you shop. Amazing poster!
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Healthier Macaroni and Cheese
We have had several requests for this stand by of comfort foods, in a healthier version. I found this one at http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/quick-recipes/dinner/healthy-mac-n-cheese/ The secret, I am told, is the Greek yogurt, which lends a richness and creaminess without the fat and calories of milk and butter. I am not a big fan so it’s not
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Day 3 Physical Challenge – Gotta Dance!
When was the last time you went dancing? Or danced alone? It is so fun, we often forget how much fun we have doing it until we are doing it again. Think of nights with the girls, dancing and laughing up a storm, or that date when you were magically dancing together to the music.
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How to Fire Up Your Thyroid
How to Fire Up Your Thyroid Your thyroid is often rather ignored, unless it is not functioning properly. Having an underactive thyroid, or hypothyroidism, mimics many other processes in the body, and can include symptoms like hair loss, inability to lose weight, fatigue, depression, among others. Even if you have recently had your thyroid checked,
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Foods and Supplements for Fibromyalgia
Foods and Supplements for Fibromyalgia: The food list for fibromyalgia was obtained from Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN after my diagnosis, the list of supplements for fibromyalgia is from friends and various doctors, it’s a composite from many sources. Amounts recommended vary but I will try to help where I can. Foods to Kick Out
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PositiveMed Physical Challenge: Day One
Just a few tips to keep us motivated… If you are exercising outside in the cold please dress for the weather, in layers, and for comfort and ease of movement. Also if the air is so cold that it hurts to breathe, exercise inside today. If you can’t find half an hour work out for
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10 Signs of Autism
So many people suffer from autism it’s a great idea to know the signs and symptoms. Love an compassion for people dealing with this is the best way to go. All of my friends raising autistic children are hurt at some time or another by ignorance. Knowledge is power.
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Keep Your Kisser Healthy!
If you have a mouth you should read this! All our lives we are taught about brushing and oral hygiene, but too many of us don’t know how many things it can affect. Poor oral care can cause problems with your heart, breathing, diabetes, cancer, pregnancy. and social life! Read this amazing infographic on good
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Loving Someone with Fibro
I know that I talk about myself a lot in relation to Fibromyalgia, but I am something of a self-taught expert. I had a crash course that was a surprise gift, and it gives my experience value if I can help someone else. After all, I know me better than anyone, if I was my
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Brown Stuff
This is a staple at my house, it’s easy, nutritious, and cheap, great combination. You can also use this as a dip, on a tortilla for a quick burrito, or just in a bowl of deliciousness. Follow the directions on the package of beans, I cook and soak mine in a crock pot with a
More on Fibromyalgia
In the last article we covered most of the symptoms, today I want to talk about diagnosis. I had sudden onset of symptoms, I was driving down the interstate and my face and hands went numb, tears were coming out of my eyes, when I stopped the car my legs wouldn’t hold me up, it
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The Healthy Way to Wear a Backpack
Kids have enough going on without toting too heavy of a backpack around, or causing life long back problems by wearing it incorrectly. This easy to read poster shows the correct way to wear a backpack, and has guidelines for what should be in it!
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Staying Healthy On Campus
Once on campus, students face a variety of new challenges, including how to keep themselves healthy and safe. Since college student health centers vary greatly in the service they provide, how should students prepare themselves? Take a look at this infographic to learn more. Source: www.bestcollegesonline.com
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Chia Breakfast Pudding
Chia Breakfast Pudding Serves: 8 Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashews, soaked for 2 hours and rinsed 3 cups water 3 tablespoons Grade B maple syrup or raw honey 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Pinch salt 1/2 cup chia seeds Optional toppings: blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, almonds, cashews, sunflower seeds Directions: 1. Blend all ingredients except chia seeds
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PositiveMed Physical Challenge, Guidelines
As previously stated there will be 3 levels to accommodate everyone’s needs. These will be known as Levels 1,2, and 3. You will have to look at the criteria and decide where you belong, this is a daily check-in, but no one is coming to your house to check, you are expected to be accountable
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Make Exercise Fun!!
Kids usually get plenty of exercise, maybe not today’s kids so much, but people of my generation have fond memories of playing outside, making forts, having adventures, playing tag and hide-and-seek, jump-roping, bike riding, we didn’t call it exercise, we called it play. As adults we often try to squeeze an half hour at the
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Healthy Chocolate Banana Cream Pie
Healthy Chocolate Banana Cream Pie By Stephanie Dawson Banana Cream Filling Ingredients: 1/4 Cup Natural Cashew Butter 1/4 Cup Coconut Milk 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract 1/4 Cup Chia Seeds 3 Ripe Bananas 3 packs Stevia (optional) Chocolate Crust Ingredients: 1 Cup Pitted Soft Dates 1 Cup Almond Flour 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract 1 Tbsp Coconut Oil 1/4 Cup Ground Flax Seed 1/4 Cup Hemp Seeds
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Fibromyalgia Symptoms
Fibromyalgia Symptoms There is so much to cover about fibromyalgia symptoms, that we are going to break it down into small chunks. Today is just about symptoms. You may have a few, or you may have them all. FM is one of the few diseases that can have sudden onset of severe symptoms, or they
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