Have you taken time to relax today? {via} I hope the answer is YES! But if it’s NO, then this is your reminder :)
What’s Your Skin Eating?
Ecomom.com did a great job with this infographic, which highlights some of the most unhealthy ingredients I avoid when I’m choosing beauty products for myself and my readers: {ecomoms.com}
Posted by All Natural Annie on July 17, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/07/whats-your-skin-eating/
For All iPhone Owners
I’m loving this Soft Touch Pong Case my husband just got last week. This case protects both your phone and your health – it’s been proven by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certified laboratories to protect users from cell phone radiation while optimizing phone performance. It reduces cell phone radiation (SAR) up to 95% below FCC [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on July 16, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/07/for-all-iphone-owners/
Cheap Medicine :)
{via} It’s so true! Hope everyone is having a wonderful day.
Posted by All Natural Annie on July 12, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/07/cheap-medicine/
Product of the Week
This week’s pick is Plant Bio-Active Serum by The Pure – Natural Skincare. This serum contains some of my favorite natural and nourishing ingredients all compliments of the marvelous honeybee — propolis, royal jelly and honey. What I love about this serum (and serums in general) is that it’s light weight and quickly absorbed by [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on July 10, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/07/product-of-the-week-7/
Enjoy the Weekend!
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Posted by All Natural Annie on July 6, 2012
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Sunny Weather Beverage
It’s the perfect time of year to start making Sun Tea, which is basically any kind of tea you brew using the power of the sun. As long as you have water, tea bags and sunshine you can make yourself some delicious tea. Yesterday, I decided to make a mix of green and black tea [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 26, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/06/sunny-weather-beverage/
Charleston Bound
We’re headed to Charleston tomorrow to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Neither of us have ever been before, but we’ve heard only very good things. Can’t wait to get there! Happiest Birthday to you, Dylan :) Hope everyone enjoys the weekend!
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 22, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/06/charleston-bound/
Product of the Week
One of my latest and most enjoyed healthy snacks are these spicy little pumpkin seeds by Eden Foods. With soy sauce, garlic and cayenne they have rich flavor with a nice little kick. High in protein and fiber as well as iron, magnesium and zinc, they make a nutritious and energizing snack. Let me know [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 21, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/06/product-of-the-week-6/
Happy Summer!
{image credit: Mae Chevrette} Happy 1st Day of Summer!
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 20, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/06/happy-summer/
A Very Healthy Vinegar
Here are 10 reasons why you might want to incorporate apple cider vinegar into your diet. My favorite use for ACV is in homemade salad dressings. It’s actually the only vinegar I keep in the house these days. Are you a fan? {via}
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 19, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/06/a-very-healthy-vinegar/
Perfect Warm Weather Snack
I love this tip from Healing Lifestyles & Spas (1 of my favorite sources for natural health and beauty info): Snack on Watermelon after a Meal. The amino acid arginine can optimize oxidation of fat and glucose and pump up some lean muscle. The water will also help you feel full, making it less likely [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 18, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/06/perfect-warm-weather-snack/
Pink or White?
While grapefruit of any color is a healthy addition to your diet, if you opt for pink or red grapefruit over white then you will consume a significant amount more vitamin A – about 26 times more! Vitamin A is essential to vision, immune function and cell growth. In addition, red and pink grapefruit contain [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 11, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/06/pink-or-white/
Quote of the Day
“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson {via}
Posted by All Natural Annie on June 5, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/06/quote-of-the-day-42/
A Tip “You’ve Never Heard Of”
After my previous post on not fearing fat, I smiled to myself this weekend when I came across the following article in June’s InStyle — “3 Take-It-Off Tips You’ve Never Heard Of” with the 2nd tip being: DON’T SKIM THE FAT – Pour some whole milk into your A.M. coffee, and slip your spoon into [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 30, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/05/a-tip-youve-never-heard-of/
What’s the Beef?
A healthy FYI for all of you meat eaters: When buying beef, it’s best to buy grass-fed since it contains more beneficial omega-3s and CLA (conjugated linoleic acid), but less saturated fat and calories than grain-fed beef. If you opt for organic then the beef should also be free of antibiotics, hormones, nitrates, and other [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 23, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/05/whats-the-beef/
‘Tis True…
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Posted by All Natural Annie on May 17, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/05/tis-true/
Oolong Tea: Field to Cup
By far one of my favorite places to consume tea is the Samovar Tea Lounge in the Yerba Buena Gardens of San Francisco. I love that little piece of heaven so much that I even subscribe to their newsletter (I keep my subscriptions to a bare minimum). When I received today’s, I just had to [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 11, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/05/oolong-tea-field-to-cup/
Have 5 Minutes?
I promise that this video is worth the next 5 minutes of your time. It’s a truly incredible reminder to appreciate what we have and to never give up on a brighter tomorrow. (Unfortunately, the words get caught off a bit so here is the link also: Never, Ever Give Up. Arthur’s Inspirational Transformation!)
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 8, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/05/have-5-minutes/
Body Oil Giveaway Winner
And the winner of the Kō Denmark’s Jasmine Neroli Rose Body Oil (a $42 value) is Nicole of Frankie Hearts Fashion! Congrats, Nicole :) I’ll be contacting you shortly so I can get your wonderful winnings shipped out this weekend!
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 4, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/05/body-oil-giveaway-winner/
Ultra Relaxed Breathing
The next time you’re doing some deep breathing, you can relax even more if you do the following: Place the tip of your tongue on the roof of your mouth, directly against the back of your upper teeth Proceed to breathe in and out Why is this more relaxing? The positioning of your tongue stimulates [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 3, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/05/ultra-relaxed-breathing/
Body Oil Giveaway! (Closed)
I’m so excited about this week’s giveaway. Starting today, you can enter to win Kō Denmark’s Jasmine Neroli Rose Body Oil (a $42 value) Description: A luxurious body oil leaving the skin silky-smooth and glowing. Enriched with precious jasmine, neroli and rose flower oils, this deeply nourishing body treatment helps smooth the skin, restores the [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 30, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/body-oil-giveaway/
Mother’s Day Gift Inspiration
Here are some gift ideas that I love for those very important women in your life whether it’s your mom, your sister, your wife, or a mom-like person. Hope this guide helps lead you to the perfect gift :) Mother’s Day is May 13th this year – just a little over 2 weeks away! Pacifica’s [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 25, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/mothers-day-gift-inspiration/
Butter for a Bruise?!
I recently came across a very interesting and all natural solution to prevent bruises — BUTTER! Yep, if you expect that recent bump into the corner of your desk is going to leave an unsightly mark aka a bruise then try putting a little butter on it. Apparently the phosphates in butter help prevent bruising [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 20, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/butter-for-a-bruise/
Naturally Fresh Deodorant
The two main reasons that I was drawn to trying Naturally Fresh Deodorant Crystal was performance and price. I kept hearing how great it was and I saw how it flew off the shelves (when I worked as a Body Care Buyer at Whole Foods). In addition, at about $3.99 this deodorant is a comparatively good [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 19, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/naturally-fresh-deodorant/
Quote of the Day
And still, after all this time, the Sun has never said to the Earth, “You owe me.” Look what happens with love like that. It lights up the sky. ― Rumi {via}
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 18, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/quote-of-the-day-41/
Product of the Week
This week’s pick is SILKtáge Rejuvenating Styling Serum {via} Main ingredients include argan oil, camellia oil, monoi oil & coconut oil Rich in vitamins, antioxidants and essential fatty acids Contains no harsh chemicals, silicones, or preservatives Repairs, softens, and adds shine to hair Promotes healthy hair growth Nourishes the scalp My favorite use for this [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 13, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/product-of-the-week-5/
T – 60 to Calm
Need to calm down asap? Try this: Stare up at the ceiling and slowly count down from 60. Why does this work? Looking up stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, which brings blood pressure down and slows your breathing. The counting aspect also helps to get your mind off of whatever is stressing you out. Don’t [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 11, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/t-60-to-calm/
Today’s Recommendation
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Posted by All Natural Annie on April 11, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/todays-recommendation/
A Power Couple
Lemon & Spinach – not only do they taste great together, but when combined, the boost of nutrients is even stronger. Spinach has a high amount of iron, but it’s plant-based and not easily absorbed by the body. But when you add lemon, its vitamin C changes the molecular structure of the spinach’s iron and [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 9, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/04/a-power-couple/
