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AFRO PUFFS THAT ARE TRENDING ON SOCIAL MEDIA

July 17, 2015
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The last 2 years have certainly been a flashback to the 1970’s when afros were all the rage. Many celebrities have been rockin afros well, like Solange Knowles, Erica Badu, Teyanna Taylor, and Tracee Ellis Ross, believe me the list goes on. African American women are once again embracing their natural hair roots, while setting trends. It has become so popular it seems like relaxed hair dos are starting to fade. Girls are rocking afros with all sorts of textures; everything from kinky, wavy, to curly. It seems like the natural hair movement has even taken over social media. There are dozens of natural hair groups and social media brands like “CoCo & Curls” founded by Alana Cornish, that are encouraging women to embrace their natural-self....

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EXERCISE OF THE WEEK: KEEP YOUR BACK STRONG AND INJURY FREE!

July 16, 2015
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Lower back muscles often get neglected, here's a way to keep them strong and injury free! Beginners start with no weights, advanced can use weights. Cross your arms in front of your chest, and then bend down slowly. As you come back up be sure to squeeze your glute muscles at the top.  Be sure to engage your core during the entire movement.  Perform 3 sets of 10 repetitions each set.  This exercise engages your lower back, glute muscles, and hamstrings.  If you have any questions contact me at aveigle@hotmail.com SPANISH TRANSLATION: Músculos de la espalda inferiores a menudo se descuidan, aquí es una manera de mantenerlos fuertes y libre de lesiones! Los principiantes comienzan sin pesas, avanzado puede utilizar pesas. Cruza los brazos frente a su pecho,...

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BGH joins health workshop “A Healthier You”

July 14, 2015
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Sunday, July 26, 2015, a workshop entitled A Healthier You: Renewing your mind, body and soul will be held at Jump Street, 100 N Cameron Building, Cameron and Walnut Street, Harrisburg, Pa 17101 with a portion of the proceeds to benefit Shalom House. Shalom House has been providing homeless women and children in the greater Harrisburg area with not only food and shelter, but also clothing, case management, financial literacy and life skills programs, and spiritual mentoring support through the volunteer leadership of the faith community.  Last year, Shalom House provided these services to over two hundred women and children.  In addition, through our Women Veterans program, we are able to help homeless women veterans and their children get re-established and regain independence. This unique collaboration features...

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DIY NAIL REPAIR SECRET

July 13, 2015
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Everyone is different; some people like long nails, some like short, some like real nails,  while others like acrylic nails. Regardless of your preference, one thing we can all admit, is that there is nothing more frustrating than breaking a nail. Do you work hard maintaining and growing your nails by getting countless manicures and still nothing seems to work? Well this happens to the best of us, but luckily for you, there is a new home remedy on how to repair a broken nail. You will need: Scissors Tea bag Nail glue Nail filer Directions: Cut a piece of the sheer tea bag, (make sure the piece will cover the nail tear). Then apply a drop of nail glue to the piece of the tea bag and press it on top...

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#WhatsCookinKJ: KALE CABBAGE SLAW

July 13, 2015
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Always remember the more you can add kale to your dishes the healthier you will be.  ENJOY!! INGREDIENTS: 1 bunch kale 1/2 pound green cabbage 1/4 pound red cabbage 3 Tablespoons Mayonnaise 1Tablespoon agave nectar 11/2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar 1teaspoon caraway seeds 1 teaspoon celery seeds 1teaspoon ground mustard Sea salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS: In a large bowl, combine the kale, green and red cabbage, vinegar,mayo, agave nectar, spices, salt, pepper; toss to combine. Let marinate for 15 minutes before serving. COOK’S NOTE: You can use light mayo instead, but not fat free. Feel free to also add chopped onions if you wish. #WhatscookinKj...

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HOW TO HEAL FROM THE PAIN OF LONELINESS

July 12, 2015
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For years I struggled with loneliness. I had difficulty finding my self -worth. My confidence was low and I felt as if I didn't recognize the girl in the mirror. My mentor gave me homework. He told me to follow a similar version of the following 5 steps to begin and stay on the path of awareness and acceptance. Stretch out all the kinks in your muscles so that you're able to sit for the next 15-20 minutes Sit in front of a mirror, lighting well enough to see your eyes Close your eyes tightly and take 10 deep breathes to calm and center yourself, getting rid of all distracting thoughts Open your eyes and stare into them and speak the following ALOUD...

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ACTRESS REGINA KING DIAGNOSED WITH HYPERTENSION IN HER 20’S

July 8, 2015
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Best known for her role on the 80’s hit show “227” Regina King is all grown up and looks better than ever. This actress has been gracing red carpets all over with her glowing skin and toned body. Now in her 40’s she says she is in the best shape of her life and most of all happy. King was diagnosed in her early 20’s with hypertension, which runs in her family so having a healthy lifestyle is important to her. She makes nutrition and fitness her top priority to stay healthy and decrease her potential risk with hypertension. A ccording to dallasblack.com King states that  “In conjunction with working out, she also started drinking a blend of acai berry juice, Coenzyme Q10 [a natural blood thinner...

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DIY MAKE-UP SETTING SPRAY!

July 7, 2015
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Getting your make up to look flawless for the entire day is probably every girl’s dream. I swear I look my best, but by the end of the work day, after being in the hot sun, my face looks like it’s been through someone’s washing machine. My skin tends to more oily during the summer months, so that also effects the life of my makeup once applied. However, I have recently found that make-up setting spray has helped fix these makeup woes; I have makeup artist Stacey Washington to thank for that! I typically use makeup spray after I finish with my makeover. The spray even helps my foundation look less cakey and more natural. Now that you know the importance of a make-up spray, let’s...

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GRILLED LAMB CHOPS

July 6, 2015
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If you don’t want beef, chicken, or pork, but want to keep it simple and light, try lamb.  ENJOY!! INGREDIENTS: 8 lamb chops (Frenched) 3 tablespoons olive oil or grapeseed oil 1 large clove garlic (minced) Sea salt and pepper to taste 3 teaspoon herbes de Provence or Italian season 1tablespoon agave nectar 3 tablespoon fresh mint (chopped) DIRECTIONS: Place the lamb chops on a baking sheet. Drizzle with oil on both sides and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper and garlic herbe de Provence or Italian season.  Let set at room temp for 10 minutes. Heat a grill pan over high heat.  Add lamb chops, and sear for 4 - 5 minutes.  Flip and cook to your desire. Then put on a serving platter.  Drizzle with agave nectar and mint. COOK’S NOTES: You can also...

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HOW TO REMOVE NAIL POLISH THAT JUST DOESN’T WANT TO COME OFF!

July 6, 2015
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When getting a manicure, did you ever notice the amount of paint that is coated on each finger?  Typically, there are four coatings; starting off with a base coat, followed by two coats of polish (clients choice), and then is finished off with a top coat.  With all these layers of polish, transitioning from one color to another can be quite the struggle. It can be very tedious and become annoying to deal with.  With that being said, here is a tip on how to remove nail polish: First, take a few pieces of cotton and saturate each piece with acetone polish remover.  After the polish remover is applied, lay the saturated piece upon each nail and allow it to sit for about 30-60 seconds.  Once that...

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