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RECIPE OF THE WEEK: GUACAMOLE DIP

March 9, 2015
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This is an absolutely delicious dip that requires no mayo, oil, or sour cream! ENJOY!! INGREDIENTS: 2 medium avocados 3 green onions sprigs (chopped) 1/2 cup frozen corn (thawed) 2 lime (juiced) Sea salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS: Slice the avocados lengthwise and remove the pit.  Scoop out avocado flesh add to a mixing bowl with lime juice and mash avocado and lime juice together using a fork.  Then add corn, green onions, salt, pepper mix all together until smooth. COOK’S NOTE:  If you like your guacamole chunky don't mash too much. You can also add chopped tomatoes. For a spicier dip you can add some chopped jalapeño peppers! Eat with natural corn chips or veggie sticks. #Whatscookinkj ...

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FOODS THAT STIMULATE NAIL GROWTH

March 9, 2015
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Do you feel that your nails are not healthy or growing? Well I have a solution for your dilemma! Vitamin B also known as Biotin, helps promote hair growth and healthy nails? And there are plenty of foods that are enriched with Biotin. BIOTIN ENRICHED FOODS Mushrooms Tuna Fish Peanut Butter Avocados Bananas Also drink plenty of water to help stimulate nail growth. Some fantastic ways to incorporate these foods into a tasty diet can be great quick options. As a snack you can eat bananas w/peanut butter, avocado w/ corn chips, a tuna fish sandwich, and steak with some sautéed mushrooms. These are just some of the many foods and meals that are rich in Biotin. Hope this is helpful in your journey to healthier stronger nails. #Manicuremondays ...

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ESSENTIAL OILS ARE ALL THE RAGE

March 8, 2015
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Essential oils are all the rage. Companies (like DöTerra) are trying to attract you to their "pure" essential oil collections. Problem is, you don't have a clue what to do with them. Sure they smell great, but what are they? What can they do to improve your health? FIRST, essential oils are plant/ flower extracts that have within them, therapeutic and medicinal properties. Many years ago before doctors prescribed you pills (awful!) care providers found ailment cures with simple food changes as well as use of plant and herbal extracts. (Examples: Lavender to calm, oregano for digestive health, Frankincense for anti-inflammatory) Modern oils seek to offer the same goal: optimal health without chemical interaction. SECOND, Oils can be used in many ways, such as on the Skin; for blemishes, burns, skin tags,...

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JASMIN ALEXANDER PROVES PEOPLE WRONG ABOUT THE STEROTYPICAL PAGEANT GIRL

March 6, 2015
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I love performing and being under the lights. It’s fascinating to meet new people and have a reason to dress up. It’s almost my guilty pleasure. I also like to prove people wrong about the stereotypical pageant girl; I've never been her and it surprises people when I meet them and they realize I’m part of pageants. Normally the typical pageant girl is what you would call a girly girl; this girl lives for the spotlight and can be known as a crown chaser. In other words, they will do anything to get the crown. They don't necessarily like getting their hands dirty and they have to be dolled up 24/7. That's not me at all. Yes, I love dressing up and my face beat to...

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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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