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REMEMBERING HAIR CARE PIONEER TITI BRANCH

December 26, 2014
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This article is going to mention someone very special, especially in the world of natural hair. This person is Titi Branch. While that name may not ring too many bells, with her sister Miko, Titi Branch co-founded Miss Jessie’s natural hair care line. Unfortunately, Titi Branch was found dead earlier this month. Miss Jessie’s was one of the first major hair care lines to be present in retail companies like Target, as natural hair took on a new existence. The success of lines such as Miss Jessie’s and Mixed Chicks helped lead and propel the growth of not just black hair care, but also natural hair care products. We thank you for your contributions to keeping our tresses in check. You will be dearly missed. Rest well,...

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EXERCISE OF THE WEEK: BURN OFF THOSE LOVE HANDLES W/ SIDE TWIST

December 25, 2014
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Abs, abs, abs yes! Especially after the Holiday's weight gain. Side twist is an excellent exercise for your abdominal muscles. This exercise targets your oblique. Perform 4 sets of 40 repetitions each set. Pull in your abdominal muscles towards your spine and squeeze your abs at each twist. Have a happy workout! As always if you have any questions and would like further assistance please contact me at aveigle@hotmail.com Spanish Translation Abs, abs, abs Si! Sobre todo despues de los dias de fiesta ete ejercicio te hara sentir mejor. Giro lateral es un excelente ejercicio para los musculos abdominales y apunta a los oblicuos. Hagan 4 conjuntos de 40 repeticiones cada conjunto. Contraigan los musculos abdominales hacia la columna vertebral, apriete los musculos abdominales en cada giro. Que...

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KIMORA LEE SIMMOMS SHOWS HOW YOU CAN LIVE IN THE FAB LANE

December 24, 2014
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Kimora Lee Simmons, former fashion model and successful entrepreneur well known for taking over Baby Phat after Russell Simmons and was CEO/Creative Director through 2010. She offers her tips to living in the so called “ fab lane”  Click link below to find out how you don’t have to be rich to live fabulously. http://www.seventeen.com/health/tips/kimora-lee-simmons-advice #Womancrushwednesdays ...

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HOW TO KEEP YOUR DIGESTIVE SYSTEM HAPPY FOR THE HOLIDAYS

December 23, 2014
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Poor digestion is very common, and especially so during the holiday season.  How do you know if you’re not digesting well? Some signs might be: Abdominal discomfort after eating or acid reflux, gas, abdominal bloating, and/or belching, the feeling that food is just sitting in your stomach after meals, or your stool that has undigested food, is oily, or floating in the toilet.   If any or these symptoms sound familiar to you, you’re probably a good candidate for taking digestive enzymes. Your body naturally makes enzymes in the pancreas, small intestine, stomach and saliva to help you break food down into elements that can be absorbed into the bloodstream. Your natural digestive enzyme production could be low for many reasons including stress, pancreatic disease, inflammation in the...

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CHAPPED LIPS AND LIPSTICK DON’T MIX

December 23, 2014
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Nobody likes chapped lips and many women don’t realize; if you have chapped lips, your lipstick won’t go on good or look good! So when you’re chapped here’s an inexpensive remedy!!! INGREDIENTS: Olive oil Honey Sugar Flavoring (optional) you could use vanilla. Food coloring (optional) DIRECTIONS: Step 1: Put a tablespoon of caster/granulated sugar into your mixing bowl. This is what will actually scrub the lips and make them smooth. You can add more than that, but this makes a good amount. If you do wish to change how much of any ingredient you put in, make sure you change the amounts of the other ingredients accordingly. Step 2: Add the Olive Oil. About half a teaspoon should be enough, but there is not really any fixed amount. The olive oil is the moisturizing...

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Make Your Own Nail Wraps

December 22, 2014
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Nail wraps are trending BIG TIME! Nail wraps comes in many different designs from polka dots to animal prints. You can buy nail wraps at your local beauty store. However, why buy nail wraps when you can make your own nail wraps at home. You can create your own unique designs that no one else can duplicate because they were made by you. All you need to make your own nail wrap is parchment paper/wax paper, clear nail polish (specifically a top coat), acrylic paint, and a small tip paint brush. On the parchment paper, paint a beautiful design, making sure that the design fits the length and width of your nails. Allow your design to dry for at least ten minutes. Next, brush 2 coats...

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HAIR GOODIES THAT MAKE THE PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT

December 19, 2014
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‘Tis the season to treat yourself to a few hair goodies ( if your Santa won’t who will?). Here are a few must-haves. A hair steamer and or steam treatment. Steaming your hair let’s you thoroughly moisturize your hair while allowing your favorite conditioner to do double time! Do it regularly, and you will notice the health of your hair improve. You will have to endorse your own silk pillow cases and bonnets which will help protect your natural oils and moisture from leaving your hair while you sleep. While we never imagined ourselves doing anything, but a duby wrap at night, the good ol’ grand mom rollers have made a comeback and they are doing numbers on enhancing sisters natural and relaxed looked. Hair rollers and perm...

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HYLEAS FOUNTAIN’S TRICKS TO KEEPING HOLIDAY POUNDS AT BAY

December 18, 2014
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I know it’s the holidays, but it is still very important to eat healthy and continue your workout regimen. I will let you know my tricks to keeping the pounds off. I first drink a glass of water. Water fills the belly up and you don't feel as hungry. I then look for the fresh fruits and veggies (Stick with a small plate if you can’t find any). This will help with portion size. Eating slow and savoring every bite. I like to wait at least 10mins before heading back for seconds. Finally, plan a walk or run with friends to get any of the bad food you may have consumed off. ...

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Exercise of the Week: Set Those Legs On Fire With Sumo Squat Boxing

December 18, 2014
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Here's another great exercise! Not only are you targeting your inner thigh muscles, but you are working your entire leg muscles as well as your arms while practicing upper cuts and jabs. Make sure you are standing with your legs wide apart (summo stance) squat it down as far as you are able, while keeping your back straight. Stay in that position while you box (front jabs, upper cuts) use 3 lb dummbbells to start and work your way up to heavier weights. Start with 30 seconds holds and work your way up to a minute, for a total of 4 sets. Remember to always keep your core engaged at all times while performing any exercise. Now it's time to set those legs on fire! As always...

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FERGIE’S APPLE CIDER VINEGAR DIET

December 17, 2014
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“Fergie”  Stacy Ann Ferguson, a singer and songwriter is well known as being a part of the group Black Eye Peas. I think Fergie’s dietary habits are very interesting. She revealed she consumes two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar everyday to keep and maintain her amazing figure. Fergie feels as though it made a huge difference in her body shape and especially around her waistline. Apple cider vinegar is said to make a person feel full fast, so that you don’t over eat. To learn more about Fergie’s "apple cider vinegar" dietary habit, check out the link below! http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Reality-Check-What-Deal-Fergie-Vinegar-Shots-1535330 #Womancrushwednesdays...

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