Health & Beauty
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Salt: The Simplifier That Makes Life Sweet
I’ve always been a salty over sweet kind of girl! A candy bar or sweet treat almost never beats a salty mid-afternoon snack! But my love for salt doesn’t just end with how I prefer my food to taste! I love to use it in my beauty routine and around my house wherever (and whenever) I can. It’s true: salt has a variety of everyday uses outside of spicing up your food! But don’t worry, I’m going to share them all with you! Check out a few of my favorite salt tips and my favorite things to use salt for. Get Rid Of Puffy Eyes We’ve all been there, whether…
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Vitamin C Serum … Simply Magic
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The Best Essential Oil Diffuser, Hands Down
I am a big believer in essential oils. I’ve used a number of them to treat personal bouts of anxiety, depression, and even symptoms of PMS! I diffuse oils almost daily and I would be lost without my essential oil diffuser! An oil diffuser is a great way to evenly disperse oil vapors throughout the home so they can be more easily absorbed by your skin. Plus, they make your home smell absolutely incredible. If you’re looking for the best essential oil diffuser, look no further because the best is (hands-down) the Young Living Desert Mist Diffuser. Don’t believe me? Read on! Young Living Essential Oils is a Lehi, Utah-based…
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How to Calculate BMI
It doesn’t matter if you are on a weight loss journey, or just trying to be more mindful of your health, everyone should know how to calculate BMI! BMI or Body Mass Index is a measure of body fat in direct relation to your body weight. For many, BMI is the best way to assess the amount of body fat in an individual, but it’s not always the most accurate tool. Use my guide below to learn how to calculate BMI: BMI FORMULAS: METRIC BMI: weight (kg) / [height (m)]2 Metric Example: 68 / (1.65) 2 = 24.98\ 68: weight in kilograms. 1.65: your height in meters. ENGLISH BMI: weight (lb) / [height (in)]2 x 703 English…
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10 Beauty Hacks That Will Get You Out the Door FAST
Mornings are the worst! I don’t know of a single person that actually looks forward to the sound of their alarm going off (unless it’s like Christmas or something). However, the only thing WORSE than your alarm going off are those moments where it DOESN’T go off. If you forgot to set your alarm, or simply didn’t hear it go off, here are a few beauty hacks that will get you out the door in record time! #1: When getting ready fast, pick a foundation that has a BB creme included. When you pick one that works for your skin tone. With the added moisturizer, you’ll eliminate several other steps…
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How to Start a Blog
I started My List of Lists as a creative outlet and hobby to chronicle the fun things I found around the web. Now, less than 2 years later, it is providing a full-time income. I get to stay home with my babies, blog when I feel inspired, and pay off our debt as I do something I love. Win/win right? Blogging is the perfect job. It’s a great way to be creative and work from home, while still contributing to the family household income. It has allowed me to pay off our cards, student loans and even buy a few new toys (camping trailer!) When I started My List of Lists, I…
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15 Cleaning Products You can Make From Home
Cleaning products that you buy at the store are filled with all sorts of nasty chemicals. And if you read the labels, you probably won’t even recognize half the ingredients! But there are actually quite a few recipes out there for making your very own cleaning products. And the best thing about making your own is that you can see exactly what you’re putting in! So check out these homemade cleaning products–maybe you’ll find one you like! Liz Marie Blog posted instructions for making your own laundry soap. This is super simple and it will end up saving you lots of money. You can make a huge batch and use it…
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18 Clever Running Hacks that will Change Your Life
Okay, no matter what you do, running is going to be hard work. It’s rewarding, but it’s also tough. Nevertheless, there are some secret hacks to making your running experience simpler, more enjoyable, and better for you. Here are some of the best ways to make the most of your daily jog. 1. Stop stretching before a run. Static stretching is one of the worst things you can do before a run because your muscles are cold. It’s much better to gently warm up, and stretch the muscles needed. Image via Prevention. 2. Create incentives. Reward yourself for your hard work. You could get a small treat when you’ve hit a certain…
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20 Natural Ways to Repel Insects
Bugs love me. So when summer comes around, I know exactly what to expect. I seem to get bit by every bug within 100 miles! But not when I use bug repellent. Bug repellent is one of my favorite inventions; I just don’t like the chemicals contained in most repellents. But there are plenty of options when it comes to natural insect repellents. I’ve gathered together a bunch of ideas for repelling bugs naturally.
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15 Brilliant Ways to Use Witch Hazel
Witch Hazel is surprisingly versatile. The liquid we are familiar with comes from the leaves and bark of the North American Witch-hazel plant. It was used by American Indians for medicinal purposes, and it continues to make an appearance in many commercial health products. I’ve put a list together of some less-obvious ways to utilize Witch Hazel. I hope you find a useful idea! 1. One Good Thing by Jillee posted directions for making Witch Hazel deodorant.With her easy instructions, you can make a simple and natural spray-on deodorant out of Witch Hazel. And by adding essential oils, you can give it any scent you please. 2. Indian Beauty Spot…
