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DON’T BE A VICTIM OF HEAT DAMAGE

March 6, 2015
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Ok so you have come from the salon and you have just received a Bangin’ Blowout. Your hair is swaying in all the right directions, so much it has you questioning if you have Dominican in your blood line. Two weeks later you go to wash your hair, with plans of rocking your fro,’ but your hair turns out to be everything other than your Sista Soulja Cown of Glory. Your hair is flat, curls are gone, and no matter what product you put in, there is no solution in sight to revive them. You are an official victim of heat damage baby! Heat damage occurs when heat is applied to the hair at too high of a temperature. Remember you cook your turkey at 450 degrees,...

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EXERCISE OF THE WEEK: FEEL THE BURN FOR LEG DAY W/ JUMPING LUNGES

March 5, 2015
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By now you must know that I absolutely love leg day and why not?  It's only the largest muscle group in the body.  Here's a scorcher perform these after your heavy lifting leg day. Alternating Jumping lunges for a total of 20 repetitions.  Make sure your back is straight, and your core is engaged at all times.  From the lunge position, jump up switching legs mid air, while alternating legs.  Perform 3 sets of 20 repetitions each set.  If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at aveigle@hotmail.com SPANISH TRANSLATION: A estas alturas ya debe saber que me encanta días de levanta pesas con las piernas y por qué no? Es sólo el grupo muscular más grande del cuerpo. He aquí un ejercicio culminante  después de...

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CANCER AND FIBROIDS DIDN’T STOP ME FROM HAVING A BABY

March 3, 2015
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I had always played sports, a non smoker, and generally healthy. Never did I think I would ever have a problem with my health, let alone having kids. But life throws you curve balls and I’ve had plenty. Luckily, these hurdles didn’t cost me my life, but they have changed my whole quality of life. At 23, I was diagnosed with stage II cervical cancer and I battled through it for 2 years. I was ashamed to discuss it with family or friends because everything I went through made me feel weak and less of a person. My boyfriend at the time (now husband) knew about it and supported me. At the time of my diagnosis a hysterectomy was recommended by my doctor. However, in my mind...

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RECIPE OF THE WEEK: YAMS W/PUMPKINS SEEDS

March 2, 2015
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These yams could be a meal by themselves. I would like to think this is probably one of the healthiest ways to prepare yams.  ENJOY!! INGREDIENTS: 1large yam 1/4 cup pumpkins seeds 1 tbsp dried oregano 1 tbsp dried basil 2 1/2 tbsp coconut oil Sea salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 300F. Cut yams in wedges or chunks.  In a bowl, combine coconut oil, pumpkins seeds, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Add yams use clean hands in stirring up the mixture to make sure all pieces are covered with the mixture.  Spread yams on a baking sheet oil with coconut oil; bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until yams are tender. COOK’S NOTES:  Serve with ketchup.  For crispier yams line baking sheet with parchment paper! #Whatscookinkj...

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DIRTY NAIL SALONS ARE A TURN OFF!

March 2, 2015
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I don’t know about you, but a dirty salon can definitely be a turn off. It’s important that the salon of your choice practices proper nail etiquette, in my opinion cleaning the equipment and wash bowls and tubs after every use is something that should be mandatory to prevent contamination. Click on the link below to learn what to look for in deciding the best nail tech and salon to attend. http://www.nailsmag.com/article/109321/something-to-talk-about-salon-sanitation #Manicuremondays ...

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LEARN TO ACCEPT LOVE

March 1, 2015
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With day's such as "Valentine's Day" passing, it is easy to become lonely if you are single or missing love ones. It is easy to fall into self doubt and sadness during this and any time. When you lack love inside your heart, you lack the ability to truly be yourself and give love unto others. Love is not a noun. It’s not a verb. It is a practice. Much like training your muscles for a marathon, love takes strength and frequent practice to be tamed and filled inside you. For anyone, accepting love is one of the hardest things we will ever do as we are programmed to give easier than to receive. THE PRACTICE: Close your eyes and focus on your deep breathing. With your intention, ask silently with...

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WAYS TO HELP STIMULATE HAIR GROWTH

February 27, 2015
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Disclaimer: This article contains a hair growth recipe that includes alcohol; this is not permitted for anyone under the age of 21 years old. It seems that when you are transitioning in your hair either is growing really fast or really slow. Well here are a few tips to increase hair growth during your transitioning journey according to expert stylist Edward Chime. Vodka isn't only reserved for the turn up—it can actually encourage hair growth. There is a scalp stimulator recipe that combines two teaspoons of vodka, 5 drops of lavender, chamomile and rosemary oil with one tablespoon of distilled water. This mixture is then massaged into the scalp to kill germs and open up the hair follicles to encourage hair growth. Apply aloe vera gel to your...

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EXERCISE OF THE WEEK: INCREASE YOUR CORE WITH PLANKS

February 26, 2015
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Why Plank? Planks not only develop functional core strength for daily activities, but it also improves your posture.  In addition, Planks increase upper body strength as well as low back strength. I could go on with the benefits of planking. So here's a different modification to planks.  Alternating arms to do a butt tap as you stay in a plank position.  Make sure that you are staying nice and tight, shifting your weight as little as possible as you lean from one arm to the other.  Do these for a total of 4 sets of 30 seconds each set to start, and then increase to a minute.  If you have any questions please feel free to email me at aveigle@hotmail.com SPANISH TRANSLATION: Por qué Plank ? Tablones no sólo...

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TEYANA TAYLOR IS NOT AFRAID TO ROCK HER OWN STYLE

February 25, 2015
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Teyana Taylor is an actress and singer. Many remember her from her first national TV appearance on MTV’s  “My Sweet 16.” Taylor has her own since of fashion. She rocks the tom boy look in style. She is a perfect example of being confident in who you are and exuding that confidence to the world. Taylor is BGH’s womancrushwednesday because she’s goes against the grain with her sense of fashion, while creating trends that others want to follow. Click on the link below to view snapshots of Taylor in her edgy fashion styles. http://fashionbombdaily.com/2014/10/21/snapshot-teyana-taylor-katie-friedman-elle-magazine-fall-2014/  ...

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TOP THREE SKIN AND HAIR NO-NO’S

February 24, 2015
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Many of us are not properly caring for our hair and skin simply due to lack of knowledge. On the other hand, many of us do adverse things to our hair and skin that we are aware of which are simply bad habits! Regardless, if you are guilty of any of these NO-NO’s, re-adjust your routine and get ready for your best hair and skin yet!   NO-NO to Popping Pimples! Most popular! It is natural to want that facial acne pimple to go away fast. However, being hasty is counter-productive. Trauma and infection can result from the use of non-sterile tools (i.e. fingernails, safety pins) which also slows healing. You can develop scabs, dark marks due to excess melanin skin pigment and even scars.  It is much easier...

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