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The Secret Of Fighting Cellulite:

June 23, 2010 By: Heiley G. Category: Beauty Secrets, Celebrities Secrets, Health Benefits, Weight watcher`s lifestyle

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Cellulite- a bumpy orange peel or cottage cheese-like appearance of the skin found mostly on the hips, thighs and buttocks, is the bane of about 90% women, regardless if they are fat or slim.
Improper diet and lack of physical activity are the leading causes of accumulation of fluid, toxins and waste products in the body that bring about the formation of cellulite, therefore, you have to change to a healthy diet and exercise regularly to get rid of cellulite.
Eat a well balance diet that contains a high amount of fibers, lean proteins and complex carbohydrates, add fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet as well. Researchers have found that Vitamin C, which helps the body rid itself of toxins, plays a role in eliminating cellulite, so make sure you have plenty of it in your diet.

Besides a healthy diet, the most effective and long lasting way of getting rid of cellulite is by performing cardiovascular exercises like jogging, cycling, running, and performing weight training exercises, which increases the amount of blood flowing through your body and helps to flush out toxins in even the most difficult areas. The toner your body is, the better blood circulation becomes and the faster the dimply cellulite reduces.

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Look Younger Longer- Natural Secrets:

November 12, 2009 By: Heiley G. Category: Beauty Secrets

There are so many anti aging products, painful shots and cosmetics procedures, claiming to slow down the clock and prevent a younger looking skin from becoming older looking one. However, as agreed by doctors and dermatologists and captured by many celebrities and famous beautiful stars, , there are several natural ways that may keep you from aging before your time. It is very simple-

Follow these 5 natural secrets and control  your skin`s future:

  • Use an SPF sunscreen all year round. Especially on your face! (simply get it in your daily moisturizer product).
  • Deal with stress! Aim for a daily time outs, like Yoga, or walk after dinner.
  • Eat more unti-aging foods to prevent wrinkles, such as Antioxidants and rich in Vitamins E and Vitamin C foods.
  • Do not smoke! Smoking cuts oxygen flow to the skin which results in lifeless appearance and early signs of age.
  • Exercise! working out boosts the collagen production which keeps your skin smooth and rosy! 
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Red Pepper & My Healthy Veggie Meal:

November 06, 2009 By: Heiley G. Category: Health Benefits, Healthy Recipes, Weight watcher`s lifestyle

red_pepper_health_benefitsAll peppers are rich in vitamins A, C, and K, but Red Peppers are simply bursting with them plus considered to be a great source of Vitamin B6. This very nutritious vegetable and the antioxidants it contain help preventing cell damage, cancer, and diseases related to aging. Further more, Red Pepper support the immune function, can reduce inflammation like that found in arthritis and asthma, promotes proper blood clotting and strengthens bones.
With all of these great health benefits and nutrition values, I love cooking this Moroccan-style healthy veggie meal since satisfy as steak and tasteful as a gourmet dish:  With 302 calories, 9 grams of protein,  8 grams of fat and 4 grams of fibre per serving, you cannot go wrong with this MUST TRY RECIPE !!!
 

Couscous-Stuffed Red Pepper W/Yogurt:

 

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Ingrediants:

85 grams of whole wheat Couscous
2 tbsp Raisins
50 ml hot vegetable stock
1 tsp clear honey
1 large lemon- squeez for juice
2 garlic cloves
small bunch flat-leaf parsley
150 ml tub non-fat natural yogurt
2 tomatoes , roughly chopped
2 red peppers , halved, cores removed
1 tbsp olive oil

 

How to make:

  • Pre-heat oven to 400* degrees.
  • Place couscous and raisins in a heatproof bowl. Stir stock, honey and lemon juice, then pour over the couscous. Cover and leave to absorb for 5 mins.
  • Place the lemon zest, garlic and parsley in a mini food processor and whizz until everything is well chopped.
  • Stir 1 tbsp of this mixture into the yogurt, then set aside. Stir the remaining mixture into the couscous with the tomatoes and some seasoning.
  • Spoon the couscous mixture into each pepper half, then sit them in a small roasting tin. Drizzle with oil, then bake for 40 mins until peppers are tender.
  • Serve with the yogurt and a simple green salad on the side, and- ENJOY!!! 
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Healthy Potato Fries – Sweet Smart Choice

October 27, 2009 By: Heiley G. Category: Diet Secrets, Health Benefits, Recommended Products!, Weight watcher`s lifestyle

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Admitting I am totally addicted tvito French Fries, I must say it was kinda hard reducing the amount I used to eat ever since keeping a healthy weight watchers lifestyle and dieting routing. However, I have recently discovered there is a much healthier and even tastier way to enjoy the sense of eating fries! since I love sweets, I really enjoy the flavor you get from Sweet Potatoes. More then that- they are so nutritious, which makes it a smart, healthy choice to make! Sweet Potatoes contain many health benefits such as Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Both are powerful antioxidants, which may help prevent cancer, and not only they taste like a dessert they are considered very good food for diabetics since help in stabilize blood sugar levels. In addition, Sweet Potatoes are rich in minerals like Calcium, Iron and Potassium. Be sure to add these wonderful naturally sweet vegetables to your meals throughout the year! and not only as fries, since they are some of the most nutritious vegetables around!

Check these nutrition facts for these baked, throw into the oven for 20 min Sweet Potatos Fries, from Trader Joe`s , my favorit brand:  Only 190 calories, 9 grams of fat and 26 grams of carbs and 0 cholesterol!!!  SWEET!!!

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Celebrities Diet Secret Master Cleanser:

October 14, 2009 By: Heiley G. Category: Celebrities Secrets, Diet Secrets, Recommended Products!, Weight watcher`s lifestyle

celebrity_diet_cleanser_secretThe Master Cleanser, Madal Bal Natural Tree Syrup, also known as the Lemon Detox or Maple Syrup detox, is one of hollywood`s diet cleanser secrets. Five years of development and thousands of tests to produce, while meeting all the mineral and nutrient requirements, the use of this diet is based on a concoction of lemon juice, maple syrup and cayenne pepper, to cleanse and purify the system. It’s a fast flush which result by a finely balanced mixtures, the Lemon Detox Diet is being used by many famous celebrities such as Madonna and Beyonce.

 

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