Monday, July 25, 2016
HEALTHY SKIN STARTS WITH SUN PROTECTION!
You probably already wear a sunscreen when you're at the beach, by the pool or just walking around on a hot summer day -- but is it enough! How about working in the yard or maybe just walking to your car on a cloudy day.
The sun's rays do not escape you whether you are working near a window, driving to school or work in the morning. What about just sitting under a tree at the park or in your yard.
Make sunscreen part of your daily routine. Many sunscreens can be applied under makeup--or choose a daily moisturizer that includes sun protection. Shaklee's SPF 30 lotion for the body does the job for you. Can be worn under makeup or alone.
Common routines can add up to 20 hours of UV exposure each week so you definitely need to use a sunscreen. Apply sunscreen before you go out in the sun--takes about 15 minutes for you skin to absorb the sunscreen. Reapply often, especially after swimming, perspiring or using a towel. Sunscreens should not be used to increase the time you spend in intense sunlight.
The amount of sunscreen needed to cover the body (1 oz.) is about the size of a golf ball. Studies show most people apply only 25% to 50 % of the recommended amount of sunscreen. Make sure you choose a high SPF that will cover you completely.
Happy sunny days! Enjoy the activities that go along with summer just make sure you wear your sunscreen! For more information, visit www.healthyhabitstoday.net*
Thursday, June 23, 2016
EIGHT KEYS TO HAPPINESS!!
Happiness: It's a simple word that we all desire.
This information was from an article by Jonathan Long, CEO, Market Domination Media. I did add number one so really it is 9 keys to Happiness. Enjoy:
1. Develop a Great Attitude - It's up to you whether the glass is half full or half empty.
2. Envision the very best - If you want something in life, the first step is to envision it. You will never achieve a goal no matter what you are going after in life: career change, personal relationship, business opportunity or the courage to see those goals happening and believe in yourself.
3. Understand that there is no such thing as perfection - None of us live in a perfect world. If you think that striving for perfection is so important, you will be running in circles and eventually become disappointed. Individuals have flaws and business is filled with ups and downs. So, seek out GREATNESS, not PERFECTION!!
4. Learn to listen to your gut and heart - We have to make difficult decisions on a daily basis, both in our personal lives and in our heart. Remember, it is your decisions, not anyone elses.
5. Find your purpose - It is much easier to discover your inner happiness when you get to do something every day for other reasons besides monetary ones. Many people are happy because they are part of a bigger picture.
6. Surround yourself with other happy people - Relationships in our personal and professional lives fail when there is a toxic individual that is around us. Someone who makes you smile in your personal life, and build your business with people who are happy is contagious but so is toxicity, so be wise when choosing whom you surround yourself with.
7. Make time for the things and people you love - Time is our most valuable asset, and none of us can buy more of it. What we can do is be around the things and people we love. Set aside time for your hobbies and personal escapes that you hold close to your heart. You will find your inner happiness after releasing your idea that materialistic possessions or the amount of your wealth is the most important.
8. Realize that you are indefinable - There is only one person with the ability to determine what you can do and if you want others to define who you are is just let them. We all get to define our own existence. So, take charge and become the person you want to be and happiness will be "beaming" just like mine.
9. Don't point the blame at anyone else - You must have the shoulders to make the necessary changes. It is not anyone else's responsibility of what is happening in your life. You are the one who made your choices not anyone else. You will find inner happiness much sooner when you 'fess up that you are responsible.
Harriet Cole, re-written - healthyhabitstoday.net tomharriet@aol.com
Happiness: It's a simple word that we all desire.
This information was from an article by Jonathan Long, CEO, Market Domination Media. I did add number one so really it is 9 keys to Happiness. Enjoy:
1. Develop a Great Attitude - It's up to you whether the glass is half full or half empty.
2. Envision the very best - If you want something in life, the first step is to envision it. You will never achieve a goal no matter what you are going after in life: career change, personal relationship, business opportunity or the courage to see those goals happening and believe in yourself.
3. Understand that there is no such thing as perfection - None of us live in a perfect world. If you think that striving for perfection is so important, you will be running in circles and eventually become disappointed. Individuals have flaws and business is filled with ups and downs. So, seek out GREATNESS, not PERFECTION!!
4. Learn to listen to your gut and heart - We have to make difficult decisions on a daily basis, both in our personal lives and in our heart. Remember, it is your decisions, not anyone elses.
5. Find your purpose - It is much easier to discover your inner happiness when you get to do something every day for other reasons besides monetary ones. Many people are happy because they are part of a bigger picture.
6. Surround yourself with other happy people - Relationships in our personal and professional lives fail when there is a toxic individual that is around us. Someone who makes you smile in your personal life, and build your business with people who are happy is contagious but so is toxicity, so be wise when choosing whom you surround yourself with.
7. Make time for the things and people you love - Time is our most valuable asset, and none of us can buy more of it. What we can do is be around the things and people we love. Set aside time for your hobbies and personal escapes that you hold close to your heart. You will find your inner happiness after releasing your idea that materialistic possessions or the amount of your wealth is the most important.
8. Realize that you are indefinable - There is only one person with the ability to determine what you can do and if you want others to define who you are is just let them. We all get to define our own existence. So, take charge and become the person you want to be and happiness will be "beaming" just like mine.
9. Don't point the blame at anyone else - You must have the shoulders to make the necessary changes. It is not anyone else's responsibility of what is happening in your life. You are the one who made your choices not anyone else. You will find inner happiness much sooner when you 'fess up that you are responsible.
Harriet Cole, re-written - healthyhabitstoday.net tomharriet@aol.com
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
SURPRISING BRAIN BOOSTER!
Do you like to travel? Are you one of those people who never needs a good reason to pack your bags? Here is the reason to hit the road! Your brain will love it!
Did you want to know why? The brain's ability to grow, know as " PLASTICITY"never stops
When you take in new sights and information--walking unfamiliar streets, admiring the scenery and listening to and speaking unfamiliar languages--the brain forms new NEURONS and connections. It literally gets bigger and more vibrant, explains Dr. Paul Nussbaum, PhD, a clinical neuropsychologist and president of the Brain health Center, BrainHealthCtr.com in Wexford, Pennsyslvania.
You may also get a boost in creativity. Research that looked at fashion executives found that those who had lived abroad created products that were consistently more creative than those produced by their stay-at-home peers.
We know not everyone has the time or the cash or the inclination for exotic vacations. That's OK. Your brain will also be happy with a stimulating "STAYCATION."
THE TRICK: Do ANYTHING that isn't routine. Go on weekend road trips! Visit that museum you've always been meaning to see. Introduce yourself to someone whom you've been tempted to talk to but never did. Get creative to do something new!
If you can travel, go ahead and book those tickets. Even when the trip is over, you''ll hopefully have photos to remind you of your adventures and memories to share with others. Remembering stimulates the same neurochemistry as the experience itself. Your brain wants to be stimulated, and reliving your travels is yet another great way to do it.
Now we will wish you Bon Voyage and how about Happy Trails to you! Your brain needs to be stimulated. What a great way to do it! Travel and experience new ideas and new ventures.
Article from BottomoLine Health by Editor, Rebecca Shannonhouse
Re-written by: Harriet Cole - www.healthyhabitstoday.net tomharriet@aol.com
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
HOW CAN YOU GET AN ECO-FRIENDLY KITCHEN??
As a responsible homeowner, and as a homeowner who is constantly looking for ways to cut the cost of energy, you are likely seeking out approaches to help make your home more eco-friendly. Whether it is an increased emphasis on recycling or purchasing products that are more sustainable, there are numerous ways to help reduce your impact on the environment and save money also.
If your kitchen is overdue for an overhaul, you can implement the same logic. You can ensure your kitchen will be one of the most eco-friendly rooms in your home, all the while helping it to look contemporary and aesthetically pleasing. Here are a few tips:
Look to the lights - Cut down on energy costs and be more efficient by considering the kind of lighting. Consider LED lightbulbs, they use as much as 75% less energy than incandescent lights and last up to 25 times longer. LED lights are ideal for lighting countertops as well as for recessed downlights.
Be materialistic - When you add cabinets, countertops, tables or flooring, consider the kinds of materials you are utilizing. Specifically bamboo, scrap wood, cork, recycled composite and natural fabrics. For countertops, butcher-block material made specifically from trees that are harvested sustainably or recycled aluminum tiling finished with a stain-resistant and nontoxic powder coat and sealed with latex.
Energy Star Appliances - You simply need to look for appliances that have earned Energy Star certification. The Energy Star program, created by the U.S. EPA identifies those appliances that offer more efficiency on the whole. ES certified refrigerators, freezers and dishwashers are guaranteed to save you more money and reduce your impact on the environment. Check out the website: http://energystar.gov
Incentivize recycling - It is important not only to consider recycled materials in building your kitchen but also to emphasize continued recycling well after it is completed. When shopping for groceries, always favor products that create less waste that would wind up in landfills. In your kitchen have accessible and readily-apparent recycling stations. HGTV.com recommends under counter recycling stations or portable recycling cabinets for these purposes.
There are numerous steps you can take to ensure that your kitchen is one of the greenest rooms in your home. Consider these ideas as well as others that can help you use less energy and save more money.
Don't forget those kitchen cleaners you are using! Try the Shaklee brand for the Scour off (replaces scouring powder which is caustic) which is derived from ground cherry pits. Have cleaner pots and pans, sinks to name a few. No more rough hands, very gentle! For your dishwasher, Shaklee has Dish Washer Automatic Powder Concentrate, bio-degradable. More than 1 and 1/2 times as effective on filming than Seventh Generation. Economical takes less than Cascade Complete Powder which will need 1 and a half 45 oz. boxes to clean 48 loads compared to Shaklee Dish Washer Powder's one box.
We cannot forget Basic H2, organic super cleaning concentrate. All purpose in the kitchen and home. No rinse, no residue. Window cleaner - 2 drops to 16 oz. of water. All purpose - 1/4 tsp. to 16 oz. of water. Degreaser - 1-1/4 tsp. to 16 oz. of water. Very economical. 1 - 16 oz. Basic H2 equals 5,824 bottles of 26 oz. Windex.
Happy Kitchen cleaning makes for a Happy Homemaker! More information, visit our website, healthyhabitstoday.net
As a responsible homeowner, and as a homeowner who is constantly looking for ways to cut the cost of energy, you are likely seeking out approaches to help make your home more eco-friendly. Whether it is an increased emphasis on recycling or purchasing products that are more sustainable, there are numerous ways to help reduce your impact on the environment and save money also.
If your kitchen is overdue for an overhaul, you can implement the same logic. You can ensure your kitchen will be one of the most eco-friendly rooms in your home, all the while helping it to look contemporary and aesthetically pleasing. Here are a few tips:
Look to the lights - Cut down on energy costs and be more efficient by considering the kind of lighting. Consider LED lightbulbs, they use as much as 75% less energy than incandescent lights and last up to 25 times longer. LED lights are ideal for lighting countertops as well as for recessed downlights.
Be materialistic - When you add cabinets, countertops, tables or flooring, consider the kinds of materials you are utilizing. Specifically bamboo, scrap wood, cork, recycled composite and natural fabrics. For countertops, butcher-block material made specifically from trees that are harvested sustainably or recycled aluminum tiling finished with a stain-resistant and nontoxic powder coat and sealed with latex.
Energy Star Appliances - You simply need to look for appliances that have earned Energy Star certification. The Energy Star program, created by the U.S. EPA identifies those appliances that offer more efficiency on the whole. ES certified refrigerators, freezers and dishwashers are guaranteed to save you more money and reduce your impact on the environment. Check out the website: http://energystar.gov
Incentivize recycling - It is important not only to consider recycled materials in building your kitchen but also to emphasize continued recycling well after it is completed. When shopping for groceries, always favor products that create less waste that would wind up in landfills. In your kitchen have accessible and readily-apparent recycling stations. HGTV.com recommends under counter recycling stations or portable recycling cabinets for these purposes.
There are numerous steps you can take to ensure that your kitchen is one of the greenest rooms in your home. Consider these ideas as well as others that can help you use less energy and save more money.
Don't forget those kitchen cleaners you are using! Try the Shaklee brand for the Scour off (replaces scouring powder which is caustic) which is derived from ground cherry pits. Have cleaner pots and pans, sinks to name a few. No more rough hands, very gentle! For your dishwasher, Shaklee has Dish Washer Automatic Powder Concentrate, bio-degradable. More than 1 and 1/2 times as effective on filming than Seventh Generation. Economical takes less than Cascade Complete Powder which will need 1 and a half 45 oz. boxes to clean 48 loads compared to Shaklee Dish Washer Powder's one box.
We cannot forget Basic H2, organic super cleaning concentrate. All purpose in the kitchen and home. No rinse, no residue. Window cleaner - 2 drops to 16 oz. of water. All purpose - 1/4 tsp. to 16 oz. of water. Degreaser - 1-1/4 tsp. to 16 oz. of water. Very economical. 1 - 16 oz. Basic H2 equals 5,824 bottles of 26 oz. Windex.
Happy Kitchen cleaning makes for a Happy Homemaker! More information, visit our website, healthyhabitstoday.net
Wednesday, May 18, 2016
MAY IS WOMEN'S HEALTH MONTH!
Let's celebrate the women in our lives during this month of May by encouraging them to make their health a priority.
Tell your family, friends, neighbors, and everyone you meet that two of the top concerns for women are stress and bone loss.
The product to give you natural stress relief is the Shaklee Stress Relief Complex. This product is safe to take daily, one caplet. Can be taken at bedtime. Shaklee has a blend of clinically tested ingredients that are designed to support a calm, more relaxed state without causing drowsiness.
Ashwangandha is a traditional herb used to help the body adapt to heightened stresss.
Stress can elevate your body's levels of cortisol, and continued high levels have been linked to long term health impact. Stress Relief was designed to help support your body's response to stress.
To feel less tense, more alert and more relaxed, with better concentration, take Shaklee Stress Relief. The next blog will discuss bone loss. Contact me at www.healthyhabitstoday.net Fill out contact information and I will contact you immediately to answer any questions you may have. Relax with Shaklee Stress Relief!
Let's celebrate the women in our lives during this month of May by encouraging them to make their health a priority.
Tell your family, friends, neighbors, and everyone you meet that two of the top concerns for women are stress and bone loss.
The product to give you natural stress relief is the Shaklee Stress Relief Complex. This product is safe to take daily, one caplet. Can be taken at bedtime. Shaklee has a blend of clinically tested ingredients that are designed to support a calm, more relaxed state without causing drowsiness.
Ashwangandha is a traditional herb used to help the body adapt to heightened stresss.
Stress can elevate your body's levels of cortisol, and continued high levels have been linked to long term health impact. Stress Relief was designed to help support your body's response to stress.
To feel less tense, more alert and more relaxed, with better concentration, take Shaklee Stress Relief. The next blog will discuss bone loss. Contact me at www.healthyhabitstoday.net Fill out contact information and I will contact you immediately to answer any questions you may have. Relax with Shaklee Stress Relief!
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
HOW TO TREAT YOUR SOCKS AND STOCKINGS WITH RESPECT!!!
Did I get your attention? One of Marie Kondo's books, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying up, has some interesting suggestions about getting organized.
Have you and your family mastered the art of tidying up? Do you enjoy your tidy spaces??
How about your sock drawer? Mine is always a disaster BUT I am going to take Marie's suggestions on learning how to fold your socks.
Do not tie your pantyhose in a knot!! No, No. Lay the toes on top of the other and fold the stocking in half lengthwise. Then fold into thirds, make sure toes are inside not outside, and waistband protrudes slightly at the top. Roll stocking up toward waistband. If the waistband is on the outside when you finish, you've done it right.
Fold knee-high stockings the same way. With thicker material, such as tights, it is easier to roll if you fold them in half rather than in thirds. The point is that the stocking should be firm and stable when you've finished, much like a sushi roll.
I did try this with my short socks, not knee highs and guess what? It works, put them in the drawer like a sushi roll and you can fit alot of socks into that drawer.
Thank you, Marie Kondo, for some wonderful suggestions on socks! Can't wait to read your book. www.healthyhabitstoday.net Harriet
Did I get your attention? One of Marie Kondo's books, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying up, has some interesting suggestions about getting organized.
Have you and your family mastered the art of tidying up? Do you enjoy your tidy spaces??
How about your sock drawer? Mine is always a disaster BUT I am going to take Marie's suggestions on learning how to fold your socks.
Do not tie your pantyhose in a knot!! No, No. Lay the toes on top of the other and fold the stocking in half lengthwise. Then fold into thirds, make sure toes are inside not outside, and waistband protrudes slightly at the top. Roll stocking up toward waistband. If the waistband is on the outside when you finish, you've done it right.
Fold knee-high stockings the same way. With thicker material, such as tights, it is easier to roll if you fold them in half rather than in thirds. The point is that the stocking should be firm and stable when you've finished, much like a sushi roll.
I did try this with my short socks, not knee highs and guess what? It works, put them in the drawer like a sushi roll and you can fit alot of socks into that drawer.
Thank you, Marie Kondo, for some wonderful suggestions on socks! Can't wait to read your book. www.healthyhabitstoday.net Harriet
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
"EAT A FROG DAILY'
Author Brian Tracy's advice, drawing on the old saying,
"If the first thing you do when you wake up each morning
is eat a live frog, nothing worse can happen for the rest of
the day."
If you eat your frog (YOUR DREADED TASK) first, it
will give you energy and momentum for the rest of the
day.
Imagine how much you would accomplish if you ATE A
FROG to start each day. Great advice, Brian!!!
Author Brian Tracy's advice, drawing on the old saying,
"If the first thing you do when you wake up each morning
is eat a live frog, nothing worse can happen for the rest of
the day."
If you eat your frog (YOUR DREADED TASK) first, it
will give you energy and momentum for the rest of the
day.
Imagine how much you would accomplish if you ATE A
FROG to start each day. Great advice, Brian!!!
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