How To Manage Your Holiday Stress

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 29, 2022 2:32 pm

Holiday stress already upon you?

Wondering how you’re going to juggle all those balls, cook all that food and buy all those gifts? Shopped ‘til you dropped? Can’t stand the heat in your own kitchen? Can’t remember the last time you sat down, never mind relaxed?

We’re here for you. Take 5 and read our guide to crushing your Holiday Stress before it crushes YOU.

 

How To Manage Your Holiday Stress

 

1. Delegate & Accept Imperfection

Forget about whether someone is going to do things the right way; the way you’d do it, or ever vaguely competently – just hand over whatever jobs or chores you can. No one has ever died from a badly arranged bunch of flowers, or slightly crumpled laundry. …

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Hydrogen Water and Increased Energy

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 25, 2022 5:21 pm

When people talk about the benefits of drinking ionized water, guess which one they mention first? How much energy they have!

There are so many benefits to drinking hydrogen water, but let’s face it – increased energy is the thing that we all can use more of!

 

Hydrogen Water and Increased Energy

 

Does Hydrogen Water Give You More Energy?

How Does Hydrogen Water Give You Energy?

Is Hydrogen Water Better Than Energy Drinks?

Where Can I Get Hydrogen Water to Boost My Energy?

Boost Your Energy with Hydrogen Water!

We’ll explain the science behind this further on, but there’s no doubt what a game-changer this is. Whatever your job, lifestyle or commitments, being able to handle them with more energy is a fantastic …

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7 Ways to Take Better Care of Your Hair

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 23, 2022 2:47 pm

Stuck in a haircare rut? Are your usual shampoo and conditioner not delivering the results they used to? We’ve got 7 ways to take better care of your hair that will leave your crowning glory shiny and loved again!

 

7 Ways to Take Better Care of Your Hair

 

1. Regular trims are needed to keep your hair looking good. Don’t see it as a luxury, but as part of your self-care that keeps you feeling positive about yourself. It’s not shallow to want to feel pulled-together and look good: it plays an important part in building and protecting good self-esteem.

2. If you need a ton of products to make your hair look the way you want it to, consider whether your cut and length are working …

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A Healthy and Simple Thanksgiving!

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On November 21, 2022 2:46 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back again to share her tips for a healthy and simple Thanksgiving.  Dr. Lori is the best-selling author of books such as The Ketogenic KeyFire Up Your Fat Burn and Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting.  Dr. Lori is a certified nutritional consultant and weight loss expert who spreads awareness of the negative effects of inflammation.  

 

Can you eat healthily on Thanksgiving?  Absolutely yes! For most families, Thanksgiving means large family get-togethers accompanied by an enormous number of delicious foods over the course of this holiday. For many of us, Thanksgiving is one of those holidays where we often tend to sweep self-restraint to the side and indulge in all the culinary glory …

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The Hottest 2022 Black Friday Sales!

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 18, 2022 2:18 pm

Sharpen your elbows/credit card, it’s that time of year again!

The Black Friday Sales are when we treat our loved ones to the gifts we think they’ll love most. However, when faced with the wall-to-wall slogans and banners advertising the hottest 2022 Black Friday Sales, it’s hard to see the true bargains for the not-so-hot deals.

That’s why we’ve rounded up a short and snappy list of the HOTTEST 2022 Black Friday Sales, to help you zero your festive shopping list in record time.

 

The Hottest 2022 Black Friday Sales

 

The Best of the 2022 Black Friday Sales

It’s 2022, and for a whole bunch of reasons, the sales this year are HOTTER than ever. It’s a frenzy out there. If you want the …

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Is Your Water Eco-Friendly?

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 17, 2022 1:49 pm

You might have the right eco-credentials when it comes to many things, but is your water one of them?

 

Is Your Water Eco-Friendly

 

Eco-Friendly Water is a Big Deal

We all need to drink water, every day. It’s one of our constants. That’s why making your water eco-friendly is a really big deal.

So, what’s the best way to drink clean, safe water AND make sure that your water is eco-friendly as well? Let’s look at a few of the eco-factors!

 

1. Water in Plastic Bottles

This is the big one. In 2022, there really is no excuse for looking the other way when it comes to plastic and this planet. Single-use, disposable bottles are an environmental nightmare, and we all …

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How to Use Whey Protein for Weight Loss

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 11, 2022 1:54 pm

Want to lose weight in a healthful way without really trying? You need whey protein!

 

How to Use Whey Protein for Weight Loss

Why Whey Protein is Making Waves

Okay, it isn’t quite that simple, but the weight-loss potential of whey protein has been making waves in the health and fitness world for a while now.

If you’re hoping to drop a few pounds, then you need to know why everyone’s racing to find out how to use whey protein for weight loss!

What is Whey Protein?

First, what is whey protein? Basically, it’s a by-product of the cheese-making industry. To make cheese, cow’s milk is heated and split into curds and whey, using enzymes. The whey is then processed again to remove fats, carbohydrates and some, …

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Plants and Alkaline Water

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 9, 2022 2:04 pm

Think about a basil plant in the summer. Its leaves are soft and beautifully green, just ready to tear over some ripe tomatoes in a tangle of springy, fragrant, fresh lushness. Now think about dried basil: dusty, grey-green color, sharp, crumbly texture – it’s a world away from its summer self.

The difference? Water. When you water a drooping, thirsty plant, you can almost see it start to stretch up again towards the light, vigorous life restored drop by drop.

 

Plants and Alkaline Water

 

How Water Helps Plants Grow

Okay, this isn’t news, we know. Plants need water. In fact, a good word to use here is turgor, which is the pressure created by the fluid – the water – content in …

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5 Myths You’ve Probably Seen on TV

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 4, 2022 2:19 pm

Myths are a double-edged thing – they can be interesting to learn about, but they’re even more fun to debunk!

These 5 myths that you’ve probably seen on TV are a great example of stuff we like to believe, but let’s face it: facts are more empowering than myths!

 

5 Myths Youve Probably Seen on TV

 

Tired? Don’t Worry, You Can Catch Up at the Weekend!

A weekend lie-in is okay as an occasional thing, but a healthy sleep cycle shouldn’t be put on the back burner during the week. A study led by David Dinges of the Sleep and Chronobiology Unit at the University of Pennsylvania found that restricting sleep for five days, followed by ‘catching up’ at the weekend impacted reaction times, concentration …

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8 Home Water Filters TESTED

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 2, 2022 2:29 pm

You want clean, safe water, but don’t want to waste your money? We’re here to help you find the water filter for your home that outperforms everything else on the market AND is worth every cent!

 

8 home water filters TESTED

 

We’ve rounded up 8 Home Water Filters and tested them, so you don’t have to! Here’s what we found:

 

1. A water pitcher – the Waterdrop Lucid 10-Cup Water Filter Pitcher, for example is the first, and most affordable, port of call for anyone wanting a home water filter. This one is designed to fit neatly into the fridge and provide your family with chilled, filtered water. With a 10-cup capacity, larger families will be refilling the jug on a …

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