Healthy Aloe Mom

Do you like to pamper yourself, but don’t have the money to go to a spa?  Here are a few things you can do at home to help with the rejuvenation process.

Foot Soak

A foot soak made with lemon and mint will invigorate and brighten them.

Fill a basin or pan full of cool water, put some slices of lemon in and a handful of mint (after rubbing them to release the natural oils).  Slide your feet in and let them lemon brighten them and the mint invigorate them.  The aromatherapy with be uplifting.  Soak at least 10 minutes.  Pat them dry then massage with foot  cream.

Oily skin facial

Refresh your oily face with lemon and cornmeal.  The lemon regulates the oil production and the cornmeal softens your skin.

In a small bowl mix together 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1/4 cup of plain yogurt and 1/4 cup of cornmeal.  Wash your face then use this mixture and massage it into your skin.  Leave it on for about 10 minutes then splash it off with warm water.

You can save what is left for 2-4 days in the refrigerator in a air tight container.

A lot of people spend a lot of time sitting while at work, watching TV, reading, and doing crafts.  These people unfortunately have gotten caught up in the sitting fat trap.  Good news, you can burn close to 300 calories by getting yourself a portable pedal exerciser and start pedaling.

Get you one of these   and burn some calories.

Have you been frustrated or blue?  If so why not pick up a pencil and start sketching a sunrise, a flower, birds or anything you find upbeat.  Research has shown that when you draw positive images it helps you feel happier.

While you are sketching the pretty positive and inspiring images you are distracted from what is causing your bad mood.  You release a flood of positive emotions in exchange for the negative ones.

The Tiare flower is native to Tahiti.  This flower is believed to have natural healing powers to it.

The Tiare has been known to relieve migraines, forms of eczema, earaches, heal wounds and relieve stress by calming the mind.

The captivating fragrance is heavy, sweet and hypnotic. The aroma triggers the release of the calming hormone dopamine.  You can light a Tiare fragranced candle and feel the stress melt.

Try this one:

The steroid hormone cortisol which is produced by your adrenal gland is released in response to stress. Cortisol helps to suppress your immune system, the metabolism of fat, protein and carbohydrates.

When you are stressed cortisol is released to restore homeostasis.  If you have prolonged cortisol secretion it can result in physiological changes.

The next time you are feeling stressed grab a handful of sunflower seeds.  Sunflower seeds are packed with B5, which is a powerful nutrient known to boost hormones that stop the cortisol hormone.

Did you know zinc is essential for helping your hair grow?  Well it is.  Zinc helps keep your hair lustrous looking and it helps keep the oil glands around the follicles working correctly.  Do you know what this mean?  That’s right, no dandruff and just the right amount of gloss.

Some foods you can get your zinc from include: lean beef, chicken, peanut butter and chick peas.  In addition to helping your hair zinc will help your gums stay healthy.  It acts as an anti-inflammatory and will help stop plague build up.

Have you had your zinc today?  If not don’t you think you should?

Allergies are known as a hyperactive response that takes place in the immune system.  This usually happens when you are introduced to foreign substances.  This foreign substance is known as the allergens.  Allergens can range from food, dust, pollen, drugs, insects and so on.  An allergen can be just about anything.  Allergies occur when our immune systems give a wrong signal.

Spring is coming so if you are allergy prone hold tight.  There are many products ranging from over the counter, prescription to holistic that can help with allergies.  As with any product it is best to consult with your physician before trying.

AllergiClear Tablets for Natural Relief from Allergies is a product put out by Native Remedies.  If you are wanting to try a more natural holistic approach to kicking the allergies this year you might want to give this product a try.

AllergiClear is a 100% natural remedy that was developed by experts in the natural health field and it was formulated to help support a healthy immune system.   It contains herbal and nutritional ingredients known for their positive effect on maintaining histamine levels within the normal range.  It also helps to support clear eyes, nose, sinuses and problem free skin.  If taken regularly, AllergiClear can make a difference in helping you enjoy the outdoors again.

Native Remedies is running a special right now if you buy 2 you get one free.  If you know others with allergy problems you could share the expense.

I just learned something new today while reading my Woman’s Day Magazine.  It says you should set aside an hour a day of silence.  If you can’t devote an hour start with 10 minutes and move it up each day.  They say that if you are constantly exposed to even 85 decibels it can lead to hearing loss.  That’s just a conversation held at a busy restaurant.

What did you say?  I think it’s time to give our ears a break.  I know in the hustle and bustle of my day I’m subjected to that level pretty often.  Gives me a good reason to come home, head upstairs, run a bath with some relaxation bath salts, shut the door and have some quiet time to myself.

We have a ton of things happening around our house at any given moment and sometimes the dogs feel left out.  Tonight we made them feel appreciated again.  Marissa (my daughter) and I just made them some Honey Peanut Butter Drops for their treat jar.  Our oldest poodle Taffy stood there right beside me the whole time we were making them in hopes of something dropping.

We have 3 happy dogs now.

I downloaded this book and will be making some of the recipes I found.  If you would like to take a look at it you can if you Click Here!