For so many of us, the daily stresses of life can lead us to take shorter, shallower breaths. Ironically yet not surprisingly, this kind of breathing only compounds stress in the body, by depriving the cells of oxygen and by not fully exhaling toxins from the lungs. As few as three deep focused breaths can be extremely calming to your entire [...]
All posts for the month June, 2010
Reminder: Take a Deep Breath
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 30, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/reminder-take-a-deep-breath/
Why Hello There…
{via we heart it}
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 25, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/why-hello-there/
10 Fat-Burning Carbs
This week a reader requested some dietary recommendations for healthy weight loss and a day later I came across this list on Health.com: 10 Fat-Burning Carbs. Perfect timing! The list includes: Bananas Brown Rice Oatmeal White beans Lentils Potatoes Plantains Garbanzo beans Pearl barley Whole-wheat pasta
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 24, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/10-fat-burning-carbs/
Vitamin/Hormone D, the Sun & Your Health
I was about to put together a post about smart sun exposure and the importance of Vitamin D, but GOOP (Gwyneth Paltrow’s blog) beat me to it and it’s by far, one of the best, most informative articles I have seen on the topic. Favorite/Key Take Aways from “Vitamin D Defiency” by Dr. Frank Lipman: [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 23, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/vitaminhormone-d-the-sun-your-health/
Happy Birthday Husband! xo
{via we heart it} {via we heart it} {via we heart it}
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 22, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/happy-birthday-husband-xo/
Natural Diuretics
I recently wrote about green tea being a natural breath freshener. Another benefit? It’s ability to balance fluid levels as a natural diuretic. Some other options include cranberry juice (the pure, unsweetened is best) and dandelion root tea. In the solid food arena, the following are known to balance fluid levels and reduce bloating: watermelon parsley tomatoes cucumbers celery [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 21, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/natural-diuretics/
Pai Skincare
Pai Skincare is another organic skin care line definitely worth trying. Sarah Brown founded this company after becoming fed up with unshakable skin allergies. When doctors insisted the only treatment was masking her issues with numerous medications, she decided to quit her job and develop a plant-based line free of chemicals – Pai was born! [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 18, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/pai-skincare/
Quote of the Day
“The past is a ghost, the future a dream, and all we ever have is now.” -Bill Cosby
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 17, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/quote-of-the-day-29/
Over the Rainbow…
This song always, always makes me smile and this version on YouTube has such beautiful landscape shots: {Somewhere over the rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo´ole } Double Rainbow ~ Dublin, Ireland
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 17, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/somewhere-over-the-rainbow/
Happy Wednesday
{via Quote Book}
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 16, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/happy-wednesday/
Quick Tip: Freshen Your Breath
Looking for an easy way to freshen your breath post meal that doesn’t involve toothpaste? Just finish it off with a cup of green tea! This antioxidant-rich beverage helps balance the acidity in the mouth (vs. coffee, which increases acidity). Yet another benefit of green tea!
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 16, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/quick-tip-freshen-your-breath/
A Delicious Dinner
Dinner last night: The menu: Tilapia with capers, onions, olive oil, chili pepper, white wine, sea salt, & cracked black pepper Stir fried broccoli with olive oil & lemon Quinoa with black bean & corn salad mixed in I’m very fortunate to have a husband that it such a good cook – it was so [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 11, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/a-delicious-dinner/
Lighten Up Ladies
…with your handbags that is. A very, very common cause of women experiencing back pain can be traced to their lovely carrying devices. We all know how much we ridiculously try to pack into our bags on a daily basis. We love to have our “essentials”, but we never love the agony of actually carrying it all [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 10, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/lighten-up-ladies/
Eat to Beat Sunburn
It’s that time of year again! While everyone is familiar with external protection from the sun (hats, sunblocks, etc) there’s also some internal options as well. Both watermelons and tomatoes contain high levels of lycopene, which help protect against sunburn by neutralizing free radicals produced by sun exposure. Pretty cool, right? So make it a [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 10, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/eat-to-beat-sunburn/
9 Ab-Centric Yoga Poses
Nine suggestions from YogaJournal.com to get you ready for bathing suit season: Core Poses
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 9, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/9-ab-centric-yoga-poses/
A Second Chance x 2…
I really enjoy “rooting” – it’s such a fun and budget friendly way to create new plants. Most recently, the “rooting” process of the center plant (below) took about 2 weeks (time period varies). I planted this rooted piece into a pot that was previously home to a shamrock plant. Unfortunately, I had accidentally and [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 8, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/a-second-life-x-2/
Quote of the Day
“Silence is essential. Silence gives you the space to move inside yourself, to listen to your interior thoughts, and to examine how you perceive your world and its contents. Without silence all you do is react to the world around you as opposed to respond to it.”- Carolyne Myss
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 7, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/quote-of-the-day-28/
Cherry Blossoms 2010
Here are some pictures from this year’s Cherry Blossom Festival (2 months later).. Photo Credits: Dylan Price
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 6, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/cherry-blossoms-2010/
PB of the Natural Sort
To answer a reader’s recent question, I wanted to share some of my favorites in the natural peanut butter department. My first pick would have to be Smucker’s, which was a staple in my house growing up. I always have opted for chunky over smooth, but that’s just my personal preference. As with all natural peanut butters, [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 4, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/pb-of-the-natural-sort/
Revisiting Ireland…
…soon, I hope! 2 years ago this month, I surprised my husband with a trip to Ireland. We had such a great trip and I can’t wait to go back! A few pics while I reminisce…
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 3, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/revisiting-ireland/
Beekeeping at the White House!
From the South Lawn, a Sweet Smell of Honey – The New York Times {via we heart it}
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 1, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/beekeeping-at-the-white-house/
A Healthy Twist on Hot Dogs
I am a big fan of sauerkraut and Bubbie’s is definitely my new favorite brand. I love it for the taste and I love it even more for its high probiotic content. A reminder of what’s to love about probiotics: They improve immune function They help to produce vitamin K They suppress the growth of [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 1, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/a-healthy-twist-on-hot-dogs/
Quote of the Day
“Courage is the power to let go of the familiar.” -Raymond Lindquist
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 1, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/06/quote-of-the-day-27/
