When you’re in pain – physically or mentally – there is something very simple you can do to help yourself and you can do it anywhere at anytime – SMILE! Why is this helpful? Smiling releases endorphins and serotonin. Endorphins are the body’s natural form of pain relief while serotonin is a type of neurotransmitter [...]
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Smile to Relieve Pain
Posted by All Natural Annie on March 27, 2013
http://allnaturalannie.com/2013/03/smile-to-relieve-pain/
The Story of Tea
As a lover of pretty much any and all teas, I really enjoyed coming across this infographic this morning and thought it was worth sharing! Do you drink tea? If so, what’s your favorite? {via}
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 1, 2013
http://allnaturalannie.com/2013/02/the-story-of-tea/
Food For Thought
Love this. It’s very similar to one of my all time favorites: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” ~Hippocrates. Hope everyone has a happy long weekend :) Keep up the healthy eating so you can keep your immune system in tip top shape for this cold/flu season!
Posted by All Natural Annie on January 18, 2013
http://allnaturalannie.com/2013/01/food-for-thought/
Anatomy of Walking
Even just 10 minutes of walking can make a significant difference in your health! {via}
Posted by All Natural Annie on December 4, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/12/anatomy-of-walking/
5 Natural Headache Helpers
Next time you have a headache and want to reach for pain killers, try out some of these natural remedies instead: 1. REMOVE ANY “HEADGEAR” – Take off your hat, headband, helmet, ponytail holder, goggles, glasses, or anything else you might have on your head. These items can cause external compression headaches and often the headache will [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 15, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/11/5-ways-to-stop-a-headache/
Sun + Perfume Don’t Mix
It’s best to avoid wearing perfume or cologne when you’re going to be in the sun for a prolonged period of time. Perfumes and colognes, especially those that contain oils from musk, sandalwood, citrus, bergamot, and vanilla, can actually be chemically changed by the sun. This chemical change can trigger an allergic reaction in the [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on August 6, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/08/sun-perfume-dont-mix/
The Water Method
If you’re a lover of avocados then you’ll appreciate learning (or being reminded) that cold water can help keep avocados from turning brown! So whether you’re making guacamole or just slicing up the delicious fruit to eat by itself, once you cut the avocado in half either immediately immerse it in ice cold water or [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on July 27, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/07/the-water-method/
Today…
Have you taken time to relax today? {via} I hope the answer is YES! But if it’s NO, then this is your reminder :)
Posted by All Natural Annie on July 26, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/07/today/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
Natural Therapy for Common Health Concerns
My father-in-law sent me this article from Yahoo Health this morning and I think it’s really worth sharing — Natural Alternatives to the Top 5 Most Prescribed Drug. It talks about some highly effective natural treatments for the following ailments: Pain High Cholesterol High Blood Pressure Hypothyroidism Acid Reflux {Slippery Elm lozenges* like these from [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on March 19, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/03/natural-therapy-for-common-health-concerns/
Clear Your Mind
Here are some very doable ways to calm and clear your mind: Take a technology fast – for an hour, for a day, for a week… whatever you can handle. Experience what a difference not being constantly connected makes in your life. It might even be a little unsettling at first because it’s such a [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 23, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/02/clear-your-mind/
Relax Your Entire Body
Feeling stressed? Don’t know how to relax your entire body? Well you can start by relaxing your forehead this instant. Why it works — If you can keep your forehead from tensing up and your brow from furrowing then you can trigger an automatic relaxation response from head to toe. This tip is often used [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 20, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/02/relax-your-entire-body/
Today’s Guest Blogger – Lauren of Crumb Bums
I’m so excited for Lauren of Crumb Bums to be my guest blogger today (especially since it’s been forever since I’ve had a guest blogger). And especially since it’s Lauren! Lauren is the wife of one of my old co-workers who I became fast friends with (mainly virtually since they now live in St. Louis). [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on January 23, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/01/lauren-of-crumb-bums-todays-guest-blogger/
Gifts of Health & Beauty
Sorry for the lack of posts lately, but I’ve been caught up in some week-long birthday celebrating. Here’s a glimpse of a few of my favorite gifts — my friends and family know me oh too well. {Terra Essential’s Aroma Roll On in Pink Lotus} {Coconut Shampoo by Desert Essence} {Rich Shampoo with Hibiscus and [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on January 13, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/01/gifts-of-health-beauty/
Drink to Your Health
Whether you have your own juicer or you get your fresh juices prepared for you, you must try this delicious combination next time around: CARROT + GRAPEFRUIT + GINGER It is SO delicious! Even more delicious than I expected. And of course it’s super healthy — this combo is loaded with vitamin C and vitamin [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on January 5, 2012
http://allnaturalannie.com/2012/01/drink-to-your-health/
Stay Well
Hi! How has your week been so far? Relaxing I hope. We just got back from New York where we had a great time with friends and family. I have to say that NY felt a lot colder than DC. Speaking of cold, it seems as though I caught one at the end of our [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on December 29, 2011
http://allnaturalannie.com/2011/12/stay-well/
Cold Feet? Natural Remedy Failure
As the weather is getting chillier, I was excited to try this interesting and easy natural remedy — If your feet tend to be on the cold side, try sprinkling some cayenne pepper inside your socks. Supposedly this should help your feet warm up because it encourages increased blood flow. So this morning I finally [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on December 16, 2011
http://allnaturalannie.com/2011/12/cold-feet-natural-remedy-failure/
