According to a recent study in the Journal of Nutrition, daily snacking on fresh blueberries may help to prevent hardening of the arteries aka the main cause of heart attacks and strokes! The effectiveness of these little blue guys is most likely due to their high antioxidant content, which reduces inflammation that harms the walls [...]
All posts for the month November, 2010
Berry Good News
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 30, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/berry-good-news/
Face First Into Fall
So I had this post (and title) in mind for the end of September, but time went so fast that here I am posting it with just three weeks left in the season! I figure if you’re a lover of fall like me, these products are great way to keep the season alive, not to [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 29, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/face-first-into-fall/
Happy Thanksgiving to You!
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Posted by All Natural Annie on November 25, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/happy-thanksgiving-to-you/
Natural Beauty Buyer’s Guide
This list contains some of my favorite natural brands and items in a variety of categories. They are perfect natural choices for yourself or someone you really love (I say “really love” because these products are EXCELLENT) Happy shopping! :) REN ~ Frankincense Revitalising Night Cream ($55) A supremely rich and therapeutic night cream with [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 23, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/natural-beauty-buyers-guide/
Spice of the Season – Cinnamon
This is the time of year that we probably consume our greatest amount of cinnamon between the fall desserts, beverages and side dishes. Good news – we’re doing ourselves a big favor because cinnamon is said to have a very positive effect on blood glucose levels. Consuming cinnamon helps to stabilize our blood sugar, which [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 22, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/spice-of-the-season-cinnamon/
Happy Weekend!
Photo Credit: Gavin Price
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 19, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/happy-weekend/
43 Ways to Simply
I think basically everyone today could use some more simplicity in their lives. Don’t you agree? Well here are 43 ways to make your days more simplified from zenfamilyhabits.net. I just love this list – it has so many small and easily doable changes that can make a huge difference to your quality of life! [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 18, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/43-ways-to-simply/
Cozy & Gorgeous Interiors
Doesn’t this time of year just make you want to be in rooms like these? I’m LOVING these images from houzz this morning… Makes me want to have a huge mug of tea and a pile of magazines by a fireplace :) Hope everyone has a beautiful fall day! eclectic living room design by interior [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 17, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/cozy-gorgeous-interiors/
Naturally Soothe a Sunburn
I know it’s a little late for a sunburn tip, but there’s still sunny weather in some parts of the world plus there’s always those tropical vacations! Next time you catch a few too many rays, try this natural remedy – apply a washcloth soaked in cold black tea to the sunburned areas. The tannic [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 16, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/naturally-soothe-a-sunburn/
HealthDesigns.com
I recently discovered this site called Health Designs and decided to place a rare online order. I have to say that I am loving this site now for two main reasons: (1) the wonderful selection of some of the best natural health and beauty products and (2) the awesome prices. I found so many of my [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 15, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/healthdesigns-com/
Carrot Soup
I haven’t tried this one yet, but it sounds pretty easy and delicious (if you like carrots). It’s loaded with beta carotene, which is excellent for boosting immunity, healing infections and preventing macular degeneration among many other positive health benefits. All Natural Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large leek, sliced 2 pints [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 12, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/carrot-soup/
Guest Blogger – Hannah Daniel
Teeth are incredibly important, and you only get one permanent set in a lifetime. Eating certain food can be an easy way to help maintain the enamel on your pearly white smile. Strengthen Your Teeth with These 5 Foods: Cereal grains – Grains like rice, corn, oats, wheat and barley are a great source of [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 11, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/guest-blogger-hannah-daniel/
Control Shine Naturally
Yet another use for tea! Since black tea is a natural astringent it works wonderfully to decrease excess oil. How to: Simply splash your face with cool black tea and pat dry. {via}
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 11, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/control-shine-naturally/
Favorite Natural Moisturizers
It’s always important to keep our skin well hydrated, but now that the weather is turning cooler for many of is, it’s especially important (and challenging) to keep dry skin away. Here are a few of my absolute favorite body moisturizers. I now have my sister in love with the Shikai Gardenia lotion too. Are [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 10, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/favorite-natural-moisturizers/
A Top Cancer Fighter
The bright yellow spice known as turmeric is both an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. So already there are two great qualities. Now, in addition, turmeric is believed to attack the core pathways that allow cancer cells to develop. Not sure how to incorporate it into your diet on a regular basis? An easy way to sneak [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 9, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/a-top-cancer-fighter/
Monday Already?!
Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. Our weekend was so great, but it went so fast! While I catch up with email and everyone’s posts, here is a pic I took on our way to a beautiful winery in Haymarket, Virginia (only about 1 hour from Washington, DC) My dad loves red wine (well pretty [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 8, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/monday-already/
Happy Friday!
My dad and sister arrive today and we’re looking forward to showing them around and having a belated celebration of my dad’s birthday. It will be really nice to have him here for his first visit and my younger sister’s second! Here are a couple of fun pics Dylan took yesterday, which will probably be [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 5, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/happy-friday-5/
Nature’s Medicine Cabinet
Here are several items that I strongly recommend stocking up on and upping your intake of, especially during cold and flu season: Garlic (a natural antibiotic & antibacterial) Honey (no germ can live in honey!) Lemon (See use for #2 & 3 here – Nature’s Cough Syrup) Ginger (great for inflammation & circulation) Spices (like [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 4, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/natures-medicine-cabinet/
Another Reason to Soak Your Feet
I’m so excited to tell you all that I have yet another reason to keep up one of my favorite daily habits – soaking my feet. I just read in this month’s Natural Health Magazine that according to Chinese medicine, the meridians (or channels of energy) that run through the ovaries and uterus begin in [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 3, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/another-reason-to-soak-your-feet/
Roasted Cauliflower Soup
The kale and bean soup last week apparently began a soup making rampage of sorts for me. Just ask my husband - I’ve been a cooking machine lately, but all I want to make is soup! The latest (and maybe 1 of my greatest I’m told) is this roasted cauliflower soup, which provided the two of us with two [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 2, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/roasted-cauliflower-soup/
8 Yoga Poses for Vibrant Skin
Are there any yoga poses that directly target the health of your skin? Yes! I’m looking forward to trying these out: Asanas for Acne: 8 Yoga Poses for Vibrant Skin {via}
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 1, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/11/8-yoga-poses-for-vibrant-skin/
