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Debunking Food Safety Myths
Figuring out the ins and outs of food safety can be a little intimidating sometimes, especially because the internet can be full of false information sometimes. However, when it comes to food safety, it’s especially important to do your “due diligence” because no one wants to get sick! Fortunately, I’ve made things a little easier for you by compiling a list of the most common food safety myths below and what you should be doing instead. Debunking Food Safety Myths Cross Contamination Doesn’t Happen In The Fridge Just because the fridge is cold, doesn’t mean cross-contamination doesn’t happen. Some bacteria (like Listeria) thrive in cold, moist environments and the fridge…
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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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Top 10 DIY Sugar Scrub Recipes
There’s nothing nicer than pampering yourself with some homemade beauty products! I especially love using sugar scrubs to exfoliate and moisturize my skin. Sugar scrubs feel amazing and they smell so yummy! I’ve found some of the very best recipes so you can make your very own sugar scrubs. Make sure to make a large batch–all your friends are going to want some too! 1. Raspberry Lemon Sugar Scrub Jessica at Bespangled Jewelry posted the recipe for this scrumptious sugar scrub. It reminds me of sipping lemonade by the pool. You can’t get more relaxing than that! This scrub would be perfect for a summery spa day. 2. Lemon Sugar Scrub…
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10 Surprising Tips For Aging Well
We all know that exercising, eating well, and avoiding destructive habits are important in aging well. But how about these interesting tips? 1. Have a happy marriage. Love will keep you alive! Source, Photo Source 2. Forgive. Holding grudges can take its toll. Source, Photo Source 3. Expand your social network as you age. You never stop needing friends! Source, Photo Source 4. Get your Zen on. Stress affects your emotional, psychological, and physical self, and prolonged exposure to extreme stress can lead to disease. Manage stress through relaxing activities. Source, Photo Source 5. Get enough sleep. Lack of sleep doesn’t just affect you the next day. Extensive periods of poor…
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6 Great Reasons to do Flexibility Training
As a follow up to the post about great stretches to improve your flexibility, I thought I ought to have a post about WHY that’s important. I think this will be a first in a series of why certain types of exercises are important. So, without further ado, here are the results of my research: #1 You don’t need flexibility just to be an acrobat. You need flexibility for every-day activities. The less flexible you become, the more difficult day-to-day tasks become. #2 Flexibility training reduces the risk of chronic back pain, something everyone should want to avoid. #3 Being flexible enhances other forms of exercise like aerobic and strength training by allowing for a…
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9 Great Uses for Tea Tree Oil
You may have heard of tea tree oil, but have you heard all its uses? You’re going to want to stock up after you read this list! 1. Relieve symptoms and cure athlete’s foot with a concentration of 25% to 50% tea tree oil solution. 2. Clear fungal nail infections by apply 100% tea tree oil solution. 3. A 5% tea tree oil solution can help clear mild-moderate acne just as well as benzoyl peroxide, without irritating the skin as much. 4. A mixture of ¼ canola oil and 10 drop of tea tree oil becomes makeup remover. 5. Soothe skin sores (including insect bites and blisters) with a cotton…
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7 Tips for Getting Great Sleep
Haven’t been getting the kind of zzzzz’s you’d like? Sleeping is an important aspect of a healthy life, not just a convenience! So take a look at these great tips to get better sleep: 1. The magic number. To start off, you should know that 8 is the magic number of hours the typical adult needs to sleep each night to be able to function at full capacity. “Early to bed, early to rise” is best! 2. Bed time for big kids. Don’t need a bed time as an adult? Think again! Get your body into a healthy routine by going to bed around the same time every night.…
