Have you been swimming a lot this summer? Did you know that water is beneficial in more ways than one? Seize the summer by welcoming 15 different benefits water provides.
According to Health.com, water isn’t only important to keep yourself hydrated but it can also be great for your skin and hair.
* Switch to cool water vs. hot water. Cool water helps leave your hair extra glossy and smooth.
* Ocean benefits. Sea-water has tons of nutrients in it that help to cleanse, repair and de-tangle your hair. Try Depth Refresh Daily Shampoo and Rusk Deepshine Sea Kelp Conditioner.
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You are aware of the oil spill in Gulf of Mexico correct? Hopefully if you are at all concerned with international events (that could eventually effect you) you’ve been able to keep up with the news and this horrible tragedy that happened on April 20, 2010.
NYTimes.com has posted that more than 200,000 gallons of oil has gushed into our precious ocean killing everything in it’s path… animals, plants, our water… our entire southern ecosystem has been changed dramatically.
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If you are located in the southwest, gulf coast region of our country, then you are probably speaking with a lawyer about a potential lawsuit, concerning the health effects the Deepwater Horizon oil spill may cause.
Several concerns are raising about fisherman, workers, shrimpers and oyster-man who are going to be taking part in the clean-up efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. Many are asking what are the health risks for humans when it comes to an oil spill?
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Little did the processed food innovators in the 40s and 50s know that they were slowly digging graves, for Americans to come. Thankfully, some huge things are happening in this country to turn this situation around. Some people are still unaware of how poisonous processed foods truly are, for your body. If it isn’t something your grandmother would recognize on the label, then put it back. YES, that means frozen pizzas, frozen meals, mac n cheese, chicken nuggets, etc.
Yahoo.com has strongly recommended nine different, commonly used ingredients to steer clear of in processed foods (because we know you might eat processed occasionally):
1. Artificial coloring: made from coal/tar to enhance color- linked to allergic reactions, fatigue and skin rashes
2. Artificial flavor: cheap chemical mixture to mock natural flavors- linked to eczema, hyperactivity and asthma
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Do you put on sunscreen before you leave the house everyday? Or did you know that olive oil can help solve your dry scalp/dry hair problems? These two examples show how important it is to incorporate natural products into your everyday life. The nation seems to be bee-lining towards what is most natural. Including what they put in their mouths to what they put on their skin and in their hair.
According to Health.com, there are several secrets to live a more natural life. To keep radiant skin and hair try:
Skin care:
* slicing a few grapes in half, rub the cuts over clean skin
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Everyone seems to be focusing on eating healthier these days, but little did they know that some of the things thought to be low in fat actually hide a lot of calories. A salad can be a great option for lunch, but it depends on what is put on it; same with yogurt.
Health.com has provided three key ways to lighten your lunch everyday…
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Many people have oily skin but it can be confusing on how to treat this condition. Some people think it has to do with what they eat but this is a myth. People who have oily skin were born with it and can’t do much to get rid of it. But you can learn to manage it.
Everydayhealth.com has listed these easy do’s and don’ts for taking care of oily skin…
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