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Taking
baths is a great way to relax, but did you know that you could actually
detoxify your body that way as well? Most people know that putting
Epsom salts in their bath is a great way to soothe sore muscles, but
the benefits of bath salts go much further. Bath salts, including Epsom
salts and sea salt, pull toxins from the skin. Apple cider vinegar and
bentonite clay are also popular detoxifying bath additions.
To truly experience detoxification to its fullest, you should be
prepared to be able to rest and recuperate afterwards. After soaking in
your bath for half an hour or so, making sure to drink water throughout
if thirsty, climb into bed and get under the covers. Stay there for at
least thirty minutes. You may begin to sweat- this is your body purging
toxins. If you can, take a nap. You might experience mild cold or flu
like symptoms the next day- this is normal and is part of the process
of detoxification in the body. Simply drink plenty of liquids and get
as much rest as possible. If you need something moisturizing, use
food-grade oil on your body, never lotions.
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 We
all know that antioxidants are one of the greatest things that food has
to offer...well, at least, one of many important nutrients we stand to
gain from eating whole, healthy foods. Antioxidants are known to help
prevent cancer, lower blood pressure, slow (and perhaps even prevent)
the aging process- both internally and externally- and generally do the
body a whole lot of good by sweeping up free radicals and escorting
them out of the body before they can do any damage. So, where to find
antioxidants in their natural state? Let's take a look:
Fruits: Berries,
especially blueberries, cranberries and blackberries, are rich in
antioxidants. Other good choices include apples, cherries, grapes, and
tomatoes.
Vegetables: Spinach, broccoli,
carrots, and artichoke hearts are all high ranking options. Serve with
garlic for even more antioxidant power!
Beans/Legumes: Black beans, pinto beans, and red kidney beans are all great choices.
Nuts: For health benefits, choose raw and unsalted almonds and walnuts.
Whole Grains: Look beyond wheat to bulgur, quinoa, and amaranth for new grains your diet.
Tea: Green tea is very high in antioxidants and can be mixed with other herbs for boosted health effects!
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 You
know it makes you feel younger, and has lasting health benefits; but
did you know that fitness can actually make you look younger too?
Research has demonstrated that stress speeds up the aging process, and
wears the body out faster, which will surely show in the form of
wrinkles and loose skin.
By exercising at least 15 minutes per
day, we are reducing the tension in the body and releasing the relaxing
endorphins. We are also promoting blood circulation - another factor in
keeping skin vitalized and collagen levels healthy - in turn keeping
skin firm and young looking.
Another youth-giving benefit of
exercise is that it rids the body of toxins by sweating them out. The
toxins, or free radicals, are believed to affect faster aging of the
cells so naturally, sweat-inducing exercise will help your body shed
these toxins faster, promoting more youthful cells.
Added bonus:
When we head to the gym regularly, we are more conscious about our
water intake - and staying hydrated is essential to looking and feeling
young.
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You
might think that the statement "water is the source of life" is an
overstatement, but if you take a closer look at your body's make-up and
function, you'll see just how true that is. As a human being, you are
seventy percent water. If you lose even two percent of that, your
body's ability to function and perform begins to drop off.
What happens when you're dehydrated? Well, your brain won't work
properly; you'll have difficulty regulating your body temperature; your
kidneys will cease to function, backing toxins and waste into your
body; you will eat more, thinking that you feel hungry; your body will
not utilize stored fat; your skin will get dry and begin to sag; and
you'll begin to lose muscle tone. If you find yourself thirsty, then
you're already behind schedule on keeping yourself hydrated, so carry
water with you and drink it often!
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At Home Facial Masks
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Pampering
yourself can be easy and affordable when you use what you already have
to create luxurious and beneficial facial masks. Mix up a mask that
meets your skin's needs, and then plan on kicking back and relaxing.
You might consider a cup of hot tea or a hot foot soak to go along with
your at-home spa theme.
Dry Skin:
Mash one banana and add a five tablespoons of ground oats and a
tablespoon of honey. Apply to damp skin and leave on for about twenty
minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Oily Skin:
Mix one egg white, half a cucumber and one teaspoon of mind in a food
processor or blender and then refrigerate for about twenty minutes.
This mask can be left on for fifteen to twenty minutes and rinsed off
with warm water.
Blemished Skin:
Mix chopped tomato, a tablespoon of instant oatmeal and a teaspoon of
lemon juice in a blender until mixed. Let mask stay on skin for ten to
fifteen minutes and remove with a warm washcloth.
Tired Skin:
Mash five ripe strawberries, a few teaspoons of heavy whipping cream
and a teaspoon of honey together an apply to face. Leave on for half an
hour and remove with a warm washcloth.
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Make Your Own Coffee Scrub
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Many
of us like to begin our day with a hot cup of coffee. Instead of
tossing out your coffee grounds, why not use them to prepare an
invigorating coffee scrub for your body? This homemade coffee scrub is
a great exfoliant, helps in better absorption of moisture, and because
of the caffeine content, is good treatment for cellulite and varicose
veins.
Ingredients
* Organic coffee grounds
* Salt or sugar (according to your preference)
* Foaming Bath Butter
Preparation
* Brew your coffee
* Mix remaining grounds with the sugar or salt.
* Whip the bath butter with a double bladed mixer.
* While whipping, gradually add the salt or sugar.
* Keep whipping until the sugar or salt has saturated.
* Continue to whip the mixture, adding more salt or sugar so that there is some residue from it remaining.
Application
Apply the scrub in the shower, massaging it into your skin in circular motions. Follow up with a good moisturizer.
Caution: Use this body scrub within 20 minutes of preparing the brew to prevent oxidation.
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