tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65568142359084851782024-03-12T17:34:34.733-07:00Just Sweet GirlsEverything you need to know about GirlsThe Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-34430891779144050232011-09-15T07:04:00.001-07:002011-09-15T07:05:02.880-07:005 Tips Snoring TreatmentIf like me you sound like a bear growling a cave when your asleep, you do that snoring has a major impact on life. Regardless of health problems (which are significant), snoring can cause havoc with your relationship.
If you run out of resources, you are awakened every hour, or the sound of your own snoring, or being dug in the back and told to "Roll Over", or if you are the victim who has suffered long a snorer, then read over these five tips to snoring treatment.
SNORING TREATMENT TIP 1.
Take a look at your diet. While this probably will not be the complete answer the treatment of snoring, it is interesting to start with what you eat and drink. You may well have an intolerance to certain foods which affects your breathing, especially when you lying on your back. For example, too many dairy products (or intolerance) is likely to cause you to become blocked with mucus, horizontal, this collects causing heavy breathing and snoring. Alcohol is another common offender.
SNORING TREATMENT TIP
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Being overweight is another significant contributor. Excess weight in the neck and chest puts pressure on the breathing passage.
SNORING TREATMENT TIP 3
Sleep on you side or front. Now this is easier said than done, because it’s hard to control your sleeping position when you are asleep! However, there is an old trick that may be worth considering. You could sow a walnut, table tennis ball or similar size object into the back of a shirt and wear that in bed. Each time you roll on your back it will dig into you, causing you to roll back again – providing you don’t take your shirt of in your sleep.
SNORING TREATMENT TIP 4
Use nasal strips. I found these to be very helpful, at least to start with. Nasal strips (often used by athletes) open the air passage for you, thus removing or preventing blockages. If your desperate it’s worth a try, but the cost can add up over the days, months and years.
SNORING TREATMENT TIP 5
I’ve saved the best until last. Exercising the muscles in your throat, tongue and doing breathing exercises can completely cure your snoring. For more detailed information and more tips go to http://stop-snoring-treatment.com
The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-87269094650433356282011-09-15T07:01:00.001-07:002011-09-15T07:01:17.207-07:005 Sensitive Skin Care TipsMany people claim they have sensitive skin when they break out after using a product or were exposed to the sun. However, most than not, the culprits behind the spotted skin and zits are the use of inappropriate products for the skin type and the habits of his bad skin. If you are one of many that erupt or itching after exposure to sunlight or using a product, it is a good idea to determine if sensitive skin is really the cause or something.
How do I know if you have sensitive skin?
Generally, sensitive skin is thin with visible broken capillaries under the skin's surface. Sensitive skin also has fine pores. When exposed to moderate changes in temperature, sensitive skin reddens easily, whether from cold or heat. Sensitive skin tends to rash easily when exposed to dirt or even moderate strength skin care products. If your skin manifests these signs, chances are high that you really have sensitive skin. For a thorough skin assessment, a visit to a dermatologist is in order.
Since caring for sensitive skin can be quite difficult, it is advisable to limit the use of skin care products. Generally, simple skin care regimens are more effective on sensitive skin since it prevents product overload. Sensitive skin care relies on strengthening the skin to reduce sensitivity and increase tolerance.
How to care for sensitive skin?
1. Hydrate your skin.
Sensitive skin is prone to dryness which can lead to increased sensitivity. Drinking eight or more glasses of water and applying a lightweight and hypoallergenic moisturizer a day can help restore your skin's moisture or lipid barrier that acts as defense mechanism against allergens.
2. Eat skin-friendly food.
Fruits, vegetables, and other water-rich foods are essential in correcting skin imbalances. The vitamin, mineral, and water content of these foods hydrate your skin and restore its health. On the other hand, eating spicy food and drinking alcohol and caffeinated drinks can increase your skin's sensitivity.
3. Limit sun exposure.
Sun exposure can cause sensitive skin to redden and burn easily. Before going out, apply sun protection on your face using sunscreen and on your body with sunblock lotion. You can extend the protection to your lips to prevent them from darkening. Applying an SPF-rich lip balm under your lipstick or gloss can help protect your lips. Umbrellas, sunglasses, and hats protect your body, eyes, and face from overexposure to the sun.
4. Protect skin at all times.
Even when you are indoors, your skin still needs protection. If you are staying in an airconditioned room or one with forced heating, apply a lightweight moisturizer frequently. this will prevent your skin from drying out due to the extreme temperatures.
5. Avoid products with artificial colorants and synthetic fragrances.
Colorants and fragrances are added to skin care products only for increasing marketing appeal. Your skin do not actually benefit from these additions. Often, they even cause allergic reactions and increase your skin's sensitivity.
Aside from these tips, it is also a good idea to switch to skin care products that are specially formulated for sensitive skin. A thorough skin assessment and consultation with a dermatologist can reveal to you skin care techniques and products that can help strengthen your skin and minimize its sensitivity.
The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-23305409742069697732011-09-15T06:58:00.001-07:002011-09-15T06:59:16.337-07:005 Reasons You Can Get pregnant while on Birth ControlMost women rely on popular methods of contraception such as birth control pills and condoms to prevent unplanned pregnancies. Although the tablet form and most common contraception used by men and women are very reliable in preventing pregnancy, there is always the possibility of getting during pregnancy on birth control but is very minimal. Here are five reasons that can cause pregnancy while on birth control
Improper use of chosen contraception method
Most contraception and birth control methods are almost a hundred percent pregnancy-proof. Human error plays a large part why unplanned pregnancies occur among people practicing birth control.
One such example is the improper use of the Pill. The Pill must be taken at exactly the same time everyday. Forgetting or being late in taking a scheduled Pill intake and having unprotected sex can cause a pregnancy. Also, since the Pill is taken in cycles, a disruption in the cycle caused by missed birth control pills can be tricky to correct and cause an unplanned pregnancy without a backup or alternative form of birth control.
Condoms are also prone to misuse. Not taking the air out of the condom before putting it on can cause it to burst due the friction created by the intercourse. Also, using a condom that does not fit well can cause it to burst or slide and spill the semen during intercourse.
Diaphragms, cervical caps, and IUDs, on the other hand, need to be checked at least once a month for proper positioning. Misalignment or improper coverage can provide little pathways for the sperm to reach the egg and start the conception process.
Inconsistent usage of contraception methods
Inconsistency in the use of contraception methods also contribute to the number of unplanned pregnancies that occur while on birth control. Missed birth control pills or having unprotected sex without condoms “just this one time,” is enough to cause a pregnancy. Since sperm can live inside the woman's reproductive system for days, having just one unprotected encounter is enough to cause a pregnancy even if the succeeding sexual intercourse made use of contraceptives.
Other antibiotic medications
Taking antibiotic medications have been found to affect and interfere with the efficacy of birth control pills. Antibiotic medications can decrease the levels of steriod plasma concentrations in the pills which can drastically alter their effects. If pills are taken along with antibiotic medication, it is advised that women and their partners use backup birth control methods to augment the decreased efficacy of the pills. Backup contraceptives can come in the form of sperm gels, creams, and condoms.
Broken condoms and other barrier methods
Breakage is the prime cause of failure for barrier methods of contraception. Broken condoms and other barrier methods provide a way for the sperm to escape and reach the egg. Condoms are usually broken due to the increased friction and pressure during intercourse. Using the right-sized condoms and proper latex-safe lubricants can help minimize condom ruptures. Other barrier methods can benefit from monthly checkups to assess and maintain the right fit.
Believing there is a safe time for unprotected sex
There is never a safe time for unprotected sex. Studies have shown that while most women get pregnant during their mid-cycle or fertile days, some also get pregnant on days that normally considered as non-fertile. As such, it is advised that protection should always be used whenever one has sex to prevent unplanned pregnancies.
The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-9436321311428008482011-09-14T06:35:00.001-07:002011-09-14T06:35:56.671-07:00"A Better You" Your 7 days program to self-improvementI seem to lost count on how many times I've read and heard of celebrity weddings do almost right and left. Not that I care (and personally I do not), it seems strange that we often see movie stars and television people impeccable, living the fairytale life of wealth and glamor. I guess we all have to stop sticking your head in the clouds and face reality
There are many ways to lose your sense of self-esteem despite of how trivial it could get. But whatever happens, we should all try not to lose our own sense of self.
So what does it take to be a cut above the rest? Here are some of the things you can think and improve on that should be enough for a week.
1. Know your purpose
Are you wandering through life with little direction - hoping that you'll find happiness, health and prosperity? Identify your life purpose or mission statement and you will have your own unique compass that will lead you to your truth north every time.
This may seem tricky at first when you see yourself to be in a tight or even dead end. But there's always that little loophole to turn things around and you can make a big difference to yourself.
2. Know your values
What do you value most? Make a list of your top 5 values. Some examples are security, freedom, family, spiritual development, learning. As you set your goals for 2005 - check your goals against your values. If the goal doesn't align with any of your top five values - you may want to reconsider it or revise it.
The number shouldn't discourage you, instead it should motivate you to do more than you can ever dreamed of.
3. Know your needs
Unmet needs can keep you from living authentically. Take care of yourself. Do you have a need to be acknowledged, to be right, to be in control, to be loved? There are so many people who lived their lives without realizing their dreams and most of them end up being stressed or even depressed for that matter. List your top four needs and get them met before it's too late!
4. Know your passions
You know who you are and what you truly enjoy in life. Obstacles like doubt and lack of enthusiasm will only hinder you, but will not derail your chance to become the person you ought to be. Express yourself and honor the people who has inspired you to become the very person you wanted to be.
5. Live from the inside out
Increase your awareness of your inner wisdom by regularly reflecting in silence. Commune with nature. Breathe deeply to quiet your distracted mind. For most of us city slickers it's hard to even find the peace and quiet we want even in our own home. In my case I often just sit in a dimly lit room and play some classical music. There's sound, yes, but music does soothe the savage beast.
6. Honor your strengths
What are your positive traits? What special talents do you have? List three - if you get stuck, ask those closest to you to help identify these. Are you imaginative, witty, good with your hands? Find ways to express your authentic self through your strengths. You can increase your self-confidence when you can share what you know to others.
7. Serve others
When you live authentically, you may find that you develop an interconnected sense of being. When you are true to who you are, living your purpose and giving of your talents to the world around you, you give back in service what you came to share with others -your spirit - your essence. The rewards for sharing your gift with those close to you is indeed rewarding, much more if it were to be the eyes of a stranger who can appreciate what you have done to them.
Self-improvement is indeed one type of work that is worth it. It shouldn't always be within the confines of an office building, or maybe in the four corners of your own room. The difference lies within ourselves and how much we want to change for the better.
The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-74777122796369011642011-09-14T06:18:00.000-07:002011-09-14T06:18:25.331-07:00Preparing for pregnancyAlmost every woman is blessed with the ability to carry a child at least once in his life. It is considered one of the greatest gifts a woman can give to her husband. Bearing a child would make the couple closer together, and so some of their lives they can actually call themselves a family. After learning that the woman is pregnant, most couples with enthusiasm to start planning the pregnancy and delivery at term.
When talking about pregnancy, it is important to know about preconception issues regarding on giving birth. A check up with the physician or midwife would be advisable for the woman in order to face facts on childbirth. Physical preparation is needed for giving birth, since this could really change the normal function of the woman's body. A caregiver would be helpful in preparing the woman's body in conceiving, and also impart information concerning potential problems in pregnancy. Anxiety is felt at this point, since the woman would really have to follow certain precautions in order to conceive a healthy baby. By seeking advice regarding on preconception, safety, lifestyle changes, prenatal vitamins, and the importance of folic acid, the woman could really prepare for giving birth.
In preparing for pregnancy, a change in the woman's lifestyle is needed. Smoking cigarettes is a definite no-no, and also the consumption of alcohol. These addictions can affect the health of both the woman and her unborn baby. A woman might need to lose or gain weight, according to her present weight relative to her height and build. Being too fat or too thin might bring complications for both the woman and the baby. A good start in preparing for childbirth would be to establish a fitness regime for the period of the pregnancy. Asking the physician about nutrition and working out would be recommended for possible questions regarding exercise and food intake.
Learning more about the woman's body while on the early stages of giving birth is essential for proper knowledge of the situation. Various parts of a woman's body have specific roles when it comes to pregnancy. Certain disorders from both prospective parents should be discussed with the physician for additional health background information. Anxiety and stress is also felt by the couple since this is a very critical stage for the woman. Preconception stress is normal in women about to give birth, considering factors such as scheduling, sexuality, and self esteem, among many others.
When preparing for pregnancy, the couple should be confident enough to know how to handle a child. Knowledge of early pregnancy symptoms are also important since these are signs that giving birth would happen in due time. When the couple feels that they are ready, then a visit to the Obstetrician/Gynecologist (OBGYN) would help in gleaning more information on pregnancy. At this point, the couple can make use of a pregnancy calendar in order to follow the due course of giving birth.
Anxiety is often felt by women when they know that they are pregnant. Feelings of worry and tension are usual signs that shows her being anxious about giving birth. But by spending time with your husband, regular visits to the OBGYN, finding time to relax and unwind, with good exercise, anxiety should not be a problem at all. All you have to worry about is what to name the baby?
The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-27680986674249389492010-08-26T11:50:00.000-07:002010-08-26T11:52:01.015-07:00Checklist motion
<br />A checklist of movement may prevent you from forgetting important things, like turning on utilities in your new home. Want to create your own list of things to do, but you can start with the suggestions below.
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<br /><p> <B> Checklist - One month before </ B>
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<br /><p> - make reservations with the moving company.
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<br /><p> - Notify friends and family and tell them your new address.
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<br /><p> - Submit change of address forms at the post office.
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<br /><p> - Get documents for school transfers, if you have kids.
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<br /><p> - a garage sale or lighten the load.
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<br /><p> <B> one or two weeks before </ B>
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<br /><p> - Arrange shut-offs of public services and new connections.
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<br /><p> - bank accounts to transfer to the new location.
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<br /><p> - Back to library books, rented movies, etc.
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<br /><p> - Transfer prescriptions to new location.
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<br /><p> - house clean and dispose of things that will not be moved.
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<br /><p> - for packing and boxes labling.
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<br /><p> - Pack an "Essentials" box on arrival, with toiletries, paper plates, etc.
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<br /><p> - Putting plans (hotel reservations, get maps, etc..)
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<br /><p> <B> Moving Day </ B>
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<br /><p> - Start early and remember to eat.
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<br /><p> - Check each of storage space.
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<br /><p> - Turn off lights, lock doors.
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<br /><p> - Leave the keys with the new owner or estate agent.
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<br /><p> You probably many more items to add to your personal list. Begin to write everything you think when you know you'll be moving. Is that the phone is on when you arrive at your new home? Will you return to the country simply because you forgot a safe that has the family jewels? The best way to avoid such problems is to start early on your checklist.
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<br />The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-3819447958700737812010-08-26T11:47:00.001-07:002010-08-26T11:47:51.736-07:00Your pool could go SuedInstalling a residential pool can make those hot summers a lot more fun and relaxing, but it could get started in a large number of financial difficulties, too? The short answer is: yes. <br /><br />If you're not quite sure, and someone is injured in your pool, you invite lawsuits. I know what you think: my friends and family are the only ones to use my pool ... they will not sue me if something happens. <br /><br />Guess again. <br /><br />This does not necessarily mean that people like to continue or even want. They may have to. With the high cost of medical expenses today, a family that suffers a serious injury (or - God forbid - a death) probably can not afford not to prosecute. And if a person has been injured in your pool in your garden, guess who is technically in default? <br /><br />If someone is injured, do not be surprised by a lawsuit: the wait. And do not think you can watch the pool at all times to make sure nothing happens. Accidents happen, no matter how you're constantly trying to prevent them. Risks of accidents are statistically proven to be very high in backyard pools and spas. <br /><br />This does not mean that you pay the dirt in your pool, plant a flowerbed Nice safe, and after "Keep out of the court" signs everywhere in your garden. You just make sure you are adequately covered when it comes to insurance. <br /><br />Well, you're sold. Now, how you make sure you're covered? <br /><br />If you own a pool or spa, you must take out liability insurance very high, at around one million dollars or more. <br /><br />This can be difficult, because the policies of many homeowners' insurance to limit the maximum exposure of the insurer to $ 100,000. Sometimes you can get this amounted to $ 300,000, but rising beyond, to plan your owner is, will probably be difficult. <br /><br />That's why you want to watch a master plan. It is a separate liability policy, in addition to coverage of your landlord. It usually selects where the insurance your landlord stops, and you can get coverage of several million dollars. <br /><br />The cost of this additional coverage is usually minimal in the vicinity of $ 500 per year. This may seem expensive, but given the millions of dollars of coverage it gives you, it's worth the money especially if you entertain and spend a spa or pool. <br /><br />One last thing to note is that you may have to purchase your insurance at the same place, which include home and automobile. If you have a pool or spa, it is probably worth changing insurers to find one that offers a master plan.The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-3583719581140131002010-08-26T11:36:00.000-07:002010-08-26T11:46:51.098-07:00Votre piscine pourrais vous SuedInstallation d'une piscine résidentielle peut rendre ces étés chauds beaucoup plus amusée et relaxant, mais ça pourrait te lancer dans un grand nombre de difficultés financières aussi? La réponse courte est: oui. <br /><br />Si vous n'êtes pas bien assuré, et que quelqu'un se blesse dans votre piscine, vous invitent poursuites judiciaires. Je sais ce que vous pensez: mes amis et la famille sont les seuls à utiliser ma piscine ... ils ne vont pas de me poursuivre si quelque chose arrive. <br /><br />Devinez encore. <br /><br />Il ne s'agit pas nécessairement que les gens aiment de poursuivre ou même vouloir. Ils peuvent avoir à. Avec le coût élevé des frais médicaux d'aujourd'hui, une famille qui souffre d'une blessure grave (ou - à Dieu ne plaise - un décès) ne peut probablement pas se permettre de ne pas poursuivre. Et si une personne a été blessée à votre piscine dans votre jardin, devinez qui est techniquement en défaut? <br /><br />Si quelqu'un est blessé, ne soyez pas surpris par une action en justice: l'attendre. Et ne pense pas que vous pouvez regarder la piscine à chaque instant de faire se passe rien de sûr. Les accidents se produisent, peu importe comment vous êtes sans relâche pour tenter de les prévenir. Risques d'accidents sont statistiquement prouvé d'être très élevé dans les piscines résidentielles et des cuves thermales. <br /><br />Ce n'est pas à dire que vous versez la saleté dans votre piscine, planter un parterre de fleurs de Nice en toute sécurité, et après "Tenir hors de la cour» des signes partout dans votre jardin. Vous devez juste vous assurer que vous êtes couverts de manière adéquate quand il s'agit de l'assurance. <br /><br />Bon, vous êtes vendus. Maintenant, comment vous assurez-vous que vous êtes couvert? <br /><br />Si vous possédez une piscine ou un spa, vous devez souscrire une assurance responsabilité très élevé, soit de l'ordre de un million de dollars ou plus. <br /><br />Cela peut être difficile, car les politiques d'assurance de propriétaire de beaucoup de limiter l'exposition maximale de l'assureur à 100.000 $. Parfois, vous pouvez obtenir cette élevé à 300.000 dollars, mais se relevant au-delà, de planifier votre propriétaire est seul, sera sans doute difficile. <br /><br />C'est pourquoi vous voulez regarder dans un plan-cadre. Il s'agit d'une police de responsabilité distincts, en plus de la couverture de votre propriétaire. Il choisit généralement là où l'assurance de votre propriétaire s'arrête, et vous pouvez obtenir la couverture de plusieurs millions de dollars. <br /><br />Le coût de cette couverture supplémentaire est habituellement minime, dans les environs de 500 $ par année. Cela peut sembler cher, mais vu les millions de dollars de la couverture qu'il vous donne, ça vaut de l'argent, surtout si vous divertir et passer un spa ou la piscine. <br /><br />Une dernière chose à noter est que vous pourriez avoir à acheter tous vos assurances au même endroit, ce qui inclurait la maison et l'automobile. Si vous avez une piscine ou un spa, il est probablement utile de remplacer les assureurs pour trouver celui qui propose un plan cadre.The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-90333796879820288672010-06-20T13:45:00.000-07:002010-06-20T13:50:59.814-07:00Mask to take care of the kind in the region around the eyesInfected naturally by using a mask-rich oils following to the attention of the best kind in the region surrounding the eye. <br /><br />Ingredients: <br />Teaspoon of almond oil <br />Tablespoon of olive oil <br />One teaspoon of wheat germ oil <br />30 drops of oil of Nigella sativa <br />Teaspoon of oil, vitamin E <br />2 tablespoons of the chestnut horse. <br /><br />Method <br />Mix the ingredients together in a small bowl to be a lump. <br />Put the mixture on the area below the eye and leave for 30 minutes. Repeat the mask every day or every other day for a better result.The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-10024016363023457512010-05-27T15:08:00.000-07:002011-09-15T07:05:37.259-07:00<div>If you need a nice lips and a cute smile...Follow this advices and you will be happy from results...</div>
<br /><div>1-Seek the help of the balsam.</div>
<br /><div>2-Put sunblock because it's cause craking of the lips.</div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-62584276311312603552010-02-13T04:36:00.000-08:002011-09-15T07:05:37.264-07:00<div>Keywords:online shopping, sunglasses<br /><br />There is something about a pair of sunglasses that makes them arguably one of the most quintessential 'must-have' items of all time. Not only are they immensely practical, offering protection from the dangers of the sun, they are an enormously versatile fashion accessory, available in a huge range of styles, colors and prices to suit every pocket. Given their worldwide popularity, sunglass manufacturing has become a very lucrative, but highly competitive industry and while some manufacturers rise and wane in the public affections, there is one company that remains forever synonymous with the eyeglasses that protect our eyes from the rays of the sun: Ray-Ban<br />Although Us President, Benjamin Franklin, is often credited with inventing eyeglasses (he was the one who developed the first bifocal lens in the 1780's), the first reading glasses were developed in Italy, as early as 1260. People continued to be fascinated by all things optical throughout the centuries that followed, then, in the mid-eighteen hundreds British scientist James Ayscough began to research tinted glass, and the possibility that such technology may be used to improve vision impaired eyesight. As successful as he was, it was not until 1929 that the idea that glasses could filter the sun's rays was given any serious consideration. At that time, U.S. optical company, Foster Grant, began to develop the idea further, until finally, later that same year, the first ever pair of sunglasses were sold from a Woolworth's store on the Atlantic City boardwalk.<br />Recognizing that the new technology could be beneficial to their pilots, the U.S. Army Air Corps asked another prominent American company, Bausch & Lomb, to develop eyeglasses that would protect the eyes from the dangers of the glaring sun, when flying.<br />It was U.S. eyeglass company, Ray-Ban, who really ran with the concept. In 1936, using the newly available polarized lenses, and a wide frame that offered maximum protection from the sheen of an instrument panel, Ray-Ban began to produce a lens that banned the sun's rays. Some three years later, this model of sunglass so popular with pilots, became readily available to the American public. Ray-Ban 'aviators' were born.<br />As Americans came of age, so too did their eyewear. Throughout the war years Ray-Ban continued its working partnership with the Air Force, creating Gradient mirror lenses that managed to be both highly practical and fashionable at the same time. There was something about that American flyer in his tough brown leather flight jacket, whose sunglasses hid his eyes. Ray-Ban had just made sunglasses sexy.<br />Ubiquitous in the 1950's, sunglasses became more than just eye protection. Worn by A-list celebrities in Vegas and Hollywood -stars whose every move was scrutinized and emulated all over the country- sunglasses became a fashion accessory, and Ray-Ban was quick to accommodate the growing trend for new designs and colorful frames, which they marketed to women in particular.<br />Keeping abreast of space-age technology, the company developed shatterproof lenses in the 1960's and the popularity of sunglasses continued to rise when fashion icon Jackie Kennedy was often seen with her trademark, oversized frames. On the silver screen, sunglasses were becoming an essential part of any actor's costume, with movie stars like Peter Fonda and Audrey Hepburn, playing stylish, sunglass-wearing, characters who were able to hide their eyes from the audience and remain convincing.<br />Ray-Ban continued to develop new styles and designs in the 1970's and 1980's: their 'Wings' model was indeed a forerunner to the very modern, half-frame, lens of today. In the era of American TV cop shows, like Starsky & Hutch, and Chips, the mirrored lenses once so popular in the 1940's, began to reappear. Ray-Ban was retro.<br />Stylish and modern, funky and retro, Ray-Ban remains at the forefront of sunglass manufacturing to this day, no mean feat when one considers the competition out there. Undoubtedly, the company will continue to have staying power in the industry, because throughout the decades it has evolved with the nation to give people exactly what they want for their eyes: the reliable protection of a hi-tech pair of sunglasses, and the serious 'cool' of a damn sexy pair of shades.<br /> </div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-63674923501150986922010-02-11T12:05:00.000-08:002010-02-11T12:27:28.750-08:00Red dresses<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div>A collection for red dresses,,,,Really it's very nice and beauty</div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNXwNZjbaSZ-O4RVeTtyKpGwOBfk0XkxQpjPulyw_rRbNzmfyVPY3vYlrggTOQijWf-_SJAI-8IFmENiSJ3gO7rnIyilu1M5wL4WEJRV5Z0ijKDsaPD99y9GXhfIR3ZNdys_M3BgU0A9c/s1600-h/419412.JPG"><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 194px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhggBM3gLdlPVTXSnfra70P12ZGfI2qsG_5xjlVsr4Dq730MFRYhEqc5HYknUBOZ2Fgy2KSDSORc-nUI8q8NFIg-pybjrT5PWZREmskSpe_lACjF3dNyOWfgB9yg7KxARaEW8qolODkoWc/s200/glkj%5Dn+hghkhe+(41)2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437082397988102002" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwknm6HjuUz2Hri9NMB6twhU_EJN7L58poos3hygfsKmIyQ6quFLxw_5TKNmzqRtIMi-mBzEjPetDgghRkKJEupcNYGB9ImggcY5MB9tGmf5Q9kiLThjVR0N9lEEStawDwUan5oGNjS5w/s1600-h/get-2-2009-pwuxwndi2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 172px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwknm6HjuUz2Hri9NMB6twhU_EJN7L58poos3hygfsKmIyQ6quFLxw_5TKNmzqRtIMi-mBzEjPetDgghRkKJEupcNYGB9ImggcY5MB9tGmf5Q9kiLThjVR0N9lEEStawDwUan5oGNjS5w/s200/get-2-2009-pwuxwndi2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437082395898967154" /></a><br /><div><br /></div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-5925063907234371012010-02-11T07:48:00.000-08:002010-02-11T08:21:15.035-08:00Buying fitness equipment<div>Keywords:fitness equipment, commercial fitness equipment, home fitness equipment<br />Did you know that buying fitness equipment for your home isn‚Äôt really that difficult? It‚Äôs true that the world of fitness equipment can seem like a maze at times and that there are literally hundreds of different types of fitness equipment pieces that might work well for your home arrangement. However, with a little guidance, the process really isn‚Äôt that hard and you will be amazed at the bargains that you can find if you just dig a little deeper than the average consumer is usually prepared to. Let‚Äôs take a look at some tips to help you out in your quest for new fitness equipment.<br />1. Look at used equipment. This is where some good deals can be found. Fitness equipment can obtain a weird status in a person‚Äôs home. They might have been really excited to buy it initially and dreams of a fit body and monthly gym savings might have filled their head. However, after 3 months, the equipment often sits vacant in that person‚Äôs home. Used equipment can be a really good deal due to the fact that it‚Äôs often times almost as good as new but now it‚Äôs for sale. To you. For cheap. Check out newspapers, Ebay, and other places; compare prices and get a deal.<br />2. Consider commercial fitness equipment. Often times, you can buy the same equipment that your local gym has. Imagine, you can have that same (gasp!) Stairmaster that has dogged you for years at the local Ballys, right in your basement. This might be appealing to some who have the capital to invest in a large piece of equipment. If you no longer have to pay a $50 monthly fee to go to a gym every month, this might be a really smart investment. Look into commercial equipment, you might be pleasantly surprised.<br />3. The first two points are almost worthless without considering the financing of your new fitness equipment. When looking to finance your new set of fitness equipment there are tons of important factors to keep in mind. You really don‚Äôt want to be paying too much for equipment that might be found at a cheaper price (after everything is considered) elsewhere.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437021650287218402" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 196px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ1VxQZVOaOj3jH3QZ-97nUZsu5FCtOCN_ykFzDzUOON5gpLoXdS6VW_nIXH04erpZG3ly9g7AoVoRTteO_fIxVPNXxM1xvFcEy_y9cSbk7fFZ8pTpRfVpOykTuVCJSMESo754LUs3PLQ/s200/fitness-equipment.jpg" border="0" /></div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-51535453014946243532010-02-11T07:06:00.000-08:002010-02-11T07:22:00.460-08:00For a better sleep<div>Keywords:sleep,sleep problems,<br />Many Americans are having difficulties falling asleep at night. Instead of sleeping and dreaming they roll around in their beds trying to fall asleep. The result usually is people not rested enough in the morning and tired all day. This results in stress and less performance on the job or at home. We have developed a list of 6 powerful tips that have helped us to achieve better sleep.<br />1) Room temperature: Keeping the temperature in your bedroom at 70 degrees Fahrenheit or below is recommended. Too often an overheated bedroom is causing sleep problems. Scientific studies show that the body can better relax with temperatures at 70 degrees or slightly below.<br />2) Reduce caffeine. A recent study showed that caffeine is not metabolized efficiently and fast enough at night. The effects of caffeine last much longer than most people expect. The result is difficulty falling asleep. Studies have shown better sleeping patterns if no more caffeine is consumed after 6.00 PM.<br />3) Avoid alcohol. Alcohol will keeps the body from reaching the deeper stages of sleep, where the body does most of its healing and resting. The result of drinking can be a very light sleep or difficulty falling asleep in general.<br />4) Beds are for sleeping. If you are used to watch TV in bed or even work while being in bed, you may find it much harder to relax and to fall asleep. Remove the TV and do not work in bed. Sleep requires your brain to slowly shutdown and any distraction will cause sleeping problems.<br />5) Go to bed at around the same time every day. Don't change your bedtime back and forth. Having a certain schedule developed it will be easier to fall asleep pretty much at the same time every day. A recurring schedule will help your body to get into a sleep pattern and make it easier to fall asleep.<br />6) Remove the alarm clock from your view. Starring at the time will only create the feeling that you have to sleep, but you are not. These worries will make things even worse. Losing the feeling for time by not seeing the actual and how long you have been awake has shown to improve healthy sleep. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437005952542789874" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrYCS6viZv-feXWCHHO-snjgK_qYE-PwQIEt29XKiBtz2sZuPdNm9HqYQSTYZJ6rVYN1egHJGr7ipPGF6t3vPx2stjuSATl7VGgMAJtj_VzLWShcaBmxzArh4x_7lFhrPFXfE1-SmWDwg/s200/garfield21+(1).jpg" border="0" /></div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-40963003743147488172010-02-11T06:45:00.000-08:002010-02-11T07:05:15.147-08:003 Advice to sleep tonightKeywords:sleep deprivation, sleep disorders, insomnia<br />Picture this: It's 5:27 PM. You're hungry after a busy day at work, itching to get home to see your family, and now you're stuck in traffic. Frustration sets in. But you're used to it since this is an every day occurrence.<br />So you finally stroll into your house at 6:04 PM, your 2 young children are clamoring for your attention, and they're hungry too. You pop some frozen dinners in the microwave knowing full well they're not healthy, but also knowing that you just don't have time to think, much less cook. After a quick dinner consisting of Salisbury Steak you're day's not even close to over.<br />Now it's time to do laundry, read with the kids, and of course a day's work left over from the office. When do you have time to rest? At night you keep telling yourself.<br />But every night it's the same old story. You flop into bed past 1 AM and close your eyes. Your mind is still racing from the day that just passed and the busy day ahead. So you toss and turn, hoping that you'll be able to get at least a little shut-eye before your 6:00 AM wake up call (an annoyingly loud alarm clockyou've had for 15 years).<br />And the next day it starts all over again. You're tired at work, you don't have time to eat, you're stressed, and you can't get out of the vicious cycle.<br />So what do you do?<br />First thing's first: take a deep breath. You're probably stressed out just reading this far.<br />To get a more restful sleep tonight do the following:<br />1) Get a notebook and take 5 minutes right before laying down to free write. What you want to do is get every thought from the past, present, and future out of your head and on paper where it's safe and secure. This will free the clutter from your head and allow you to rest easier.<br />2) Get a new alarm clock that wakes you up gradually with classical music. This will do absolute wonders for your morning routine. What you want to do is set the alarm to go off 15-20 minutes earlier than you usually wake up. It will turn on very quietly and slowly bring you out of your slumber.<br />3) Add a few very healthy snacks to your daily routine. One of my favorites is a 2 oz pre-packaged bag of baby carrots. They taste good, they're good for you, and they take no prep-time. When you're hungry at work or on the way home, munch on these. Another great snack is raw almonds. Eating healthier worksamazingly well to help you sleep better.<br />Please use these 3 simple tips to enjoy a more restful sleep tonight.The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-57483155894840589462010-02-11T06:41:00.000-08:002010-02-11T06:44:57.024-08:00Drink more water<div>Keywords:water,health,diet,dieting,healthiness,h2o,connoisseur,drink,healthy,body,crave,head,brain,free<br />After a little research it is apparent that nobody really knows where the saying that you need to drink 8 cups of water per day comes from. Some people trace it back to a study in the 1980's, and other people claim that doctors starting telling people that amount because it was a good goal, but didn't have any scientific research to back it up with.<br />Either way, the point is clear, water does wonders for your body, and your brain. Water is well known to cleanse your body of harmful chemicals through your intestines and also throughout your urine tract. Without proper water intake, our bodies break down very quickly, in a matter of days. Without food, however, some people can live for a week or two. That just shows how important water is to our bodies.<br />Here are 3 quick tips for taking in more water.<br />1. Always have water available.<br />I like to buy the 12 ounce bottles of water and keep them in the fridge. Whenever I go to the gym I grab a bottle. On my way out the door to work, I grab a bottle. Before a trip that will be 30 minutes or longer, I grab a bottle. When I watch a movie, I grab a bottle.<br />Whenever I am sitting watching TV or a movie, I will keep the bottle in my hand with the lid off. I take a lot of little sips until the bottle is gone. A great way of making sure you drink more water is to make sure it is easily accessible.<br />2. Keep it cold.<br />I don't know many people who like to drink room temperature water, I sure don't. If you keep your water cold, you will drink more. I make sure there is always ice in my freezer, this make it very easy to have a cold glass of water anytime.<br />3. Chose water in restaurants.<br />Whenever I go out to eat, I always drink water with some lemon. The lemon adds a little spunk to the taste and the water is always nice, cold and refreshing. After a short time you will stop craving your old drink of choice and will begin to appreciate the taste, or lack of taste, that water provides.<br />Give water a shot and your body will be thankful! <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436996731533902210" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 163px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimghQ2mAbKP_r7rz7gINbbskGj5CGm2_lB1bxHMnMrg8mimvlGoasYsoAd0ta3cfDDxqu1pXx0iQrka1e6n_9jN-A5Co9Nfqks-KxRoNnOKfQ3UNyuUZwsggrYO4CSKa00fDO4XcVN8ic/s200/prescriptionspurple.jpg" border="0" /></div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-152193811748266582010-02-11T06:35:00.000-08:002010-02-11T06:38:29.498-08:00Senstive skinKeywords:sensitive skin care<br />A lot of people claim that they have sensitive skin when they break out after using a certain product or were exposed to the sun. However, most of than not, the culprits behind the blotchy skin and zits are using inappropriate products for one's skin type and bad skin habits. If you are one of the many who break out or itch after sun exposure or using a product, it is a good idea to determine if sensitive skin is really the cause or something else. <br />How to tell if you have sensitive skin?<br />Generally, sensitive skin is thin with visible broken capillaries under the skin's surface. Sensitive skin also has fine pores. When exposed to moderate changes in temperature, sensitive skin reddens easily, whether from cold or heat. Sensitive skin tends to rash easily when exposed to dirt or even moderate strength skin care products. If your skin manifests these signs, chances are high that you really have sensitive skin. For a thorough skin assessment, a visit to a dermatologist is in order. <br />Since caring for sensitive skin can be quite difficult, it is advisable to limit the use of skin care products. Generally, simple skin care regimens are more effective on sensitive skin since it prevents product overload. Sensitive skin care relies on strengthening the skin to reduce sensitivity and increase tolerance.<br />How to care for sensitive skin?<br />1. Hydrate your skin.<br />Sensitive skin is prone to dryness which can lead to increased sensitivity. Drinking eight or more glasses of water and applying a lightweight and hypoallergenic moisturizer a day can help restore your skin's moisture or lipid barrier that acts as defense mechanism against allergens.<br />2. Eat skin-friendly food.<br />Fruits, vegetables, and other water-rich foods are essential in correcting skin imbalances. The vitamin, mineral, and water content of these foods hydrate your skin and restore its health. On the other hand, eating spicy food and drinking alcohol and caffeinated drinks can increase your skin's sensitivity.<br />3. Limit sun exposure.<br />Sun exposure can cause sensitive skin to redden and burn easily. Before going out, apply sun protection on your face using sunscreen and on your body with sunblock lotion. You can extend the protection to your lips to prevent them from darkening. Applying an SPF-rich lip balm under your lipstick or gloss can help protect your lips. Umbrellas, sunglasses, and hats protect your body, eyes, and face from overexposure to the sun. <br />4. Protect skin at all times.<br />Even when you are indoors, your skin still needs protection. If you are staying in an airconditioned room or one with forced heating, apply a lightweight moisturizer frequently. this will prevent your skin from drying out due to the extreme temperatures. <br />5. Avoid products with artificial colorants and synthetic fragrances.<br />Colorants and fragrances are added to skin care products only for increasing marketing appeal. Your skin do not actually benefit from these additions. Often, they even cause allergic reactions and increase your skin's sensitivity. <br />Aside from these tips, it is also a good idea to switch to skin care products that are specially formulated for sensitive skin. A thorough skin assessment and consultation with a dermatologist can reveal to you skin care techniques and products that can help strengthen your skin and minimize its sensitivity.The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-32840371523199328252010-02-11T06:19:00.000-08:002010-02-11T06:31:56.008-08:00How to live a Healthy life?<div><br />Keywords:health, nutrition, fitness<br />With the New Year now upon us, it's important to give pause and consider making some positive changes regarding the state of your health. As they say, there’s no time like the present. People the world over often make resolutions to do something to better themselves in the coming year. In 2006, consider doing something that will benefit your overall health. The following suggestions may just help to ensure that you’re able to make New Year’s resolutions for many years to come.<br /><b>Get a Check-up</b> - An excellent place to start when considering lifestyle changes is with an honest assessment of your health. At this stage, it wouldn't hurt to consult with your physician. Why not make an appointment for your annual physical exam? This way, you can begin the year with an accurate assessment of your physical state. Your doctor will be able to focus your attention on areas that are of immediate health concern. This is especially important if you’re a smoker, if you’re overweight, or if you have any significant health issues that might prevent you from performing simple daily tasks.<br /><b>Drink More Water</b> - Make another profound difference to your health by consuming more water. Many people make the mistake of assuming that they’ve received enough water from the various pop, coffee and other beverages they’ve consumed in a day. This is not entirely accurate. Ideally, one should consume upwards of eight, 8-ounce glasses of water per day. Water helps the body metabolize stored fats. It can also help your body cleanse itself of free radicals, which have been linked to cancer and other such ailments.<br /><b>Get Moving</b> - Exercise is yet another effective way to maintain optimal health. That’s not to say that one has to become entirely committed to working out each and every day, but it’s in every individual’s best interest to perform some form of activity 3 times per week. Physical exercise can be performed in a wide variety of ways to keep it fun and interesting. For instance, the simple act of walking is a highly effective form of exercise. It’s one that can be completed without supervision, without props, and without any previous experience working out. Joining a gym has a number of direct benefits as well. Not only will you have access to some excellent equipment, but you will also benefit greatly from the fitness knowledge that most personal trainers possess.<br /><b>Pay Attention to Nutrition</b> - Diet also plays a significant role is one's overall health. Everyone should be familiar with the dietary guidelines established by the leading health agencies and authorities. The "food pyramid" is by far the most popular set of published nutritional guidelines. The food pyramid advises people to include all of the major food groups - grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy and meat (or protein) - in their diets. Keep in mind that the food pyramid is merely a nutritional guideline. The dietary needs of each individual will vary drastically, and what’s ideal for one person isn’t necessarily ideal for the next.<br />By following these few simple suggestions, you can take control of your health and your life . Good luck!<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436993125636512306" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 133px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZBaINAfOP81disuAjLIJr3ybaA4YCtXf1bFQsiSKgVTSyJHeb2VEEFboIu41m0B9r7tKq43B6a72wWSGKohAfWuYodAs24Z8irYlmhlKoMfd1srh6Um9GyBpWn47IIVX2mff_x2Ihu58/s200/2425523656_7012b4bc4d.jpg" border="0" /> </div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-68995481016369670002010-02-11T06:12:00.001-08:002010-02-11T06:18:26.031-08:00Drinking water<div>Keywords:drinking water<br />You can barely make it through a day without hearing or reading some piece of warning or advice about your health. Our society is obsessed with all of the latest fads and techniques for doing as little as possible and eating as much as you want while maintaining the body of a supermodel. There are so many diets and health plans that can be found on the internet or in any magazine that it becomes easy after a while to simply ignore everything you read. For the most part, many of the warnings and pieces of advice you see could be safely ignored without any serious effects on your life. One piece of advice, however, that you cannot afford to ignore is about drinking water.<br />Drinking water is one the most simple, easy to follow, and most necessary pieces of health advice that you'll ever hear. Take the advice seriously. Drinking water is absolutely essential to your life for a variety of reasons. Because our bodies are made up of such a high percentage of water in the first place, it only makes sense that drinking water would benefit our bodies in great ways.<br />Drinking water is a great way to purify our bodies from many of the toxins and impurities that make their way into our systems with each meal we eat and through the air we breathe each moment. There is no better way to consistently cleanse your body and keep your digestive system moving than by drinking water each day.<br />There are a wide range of suggestions out there about how much water you should drink each day. The easiest and best method I have discovered is to take your current weight and divide it in half. This is your magic number of ounces for drinking water each day. So, for example, a woman weighing 150 pounds should drink the number that is half her weight, or 75, in ounces of water each day.<br />Sound impossible? Drinking water may be hard at first if you aren't used to it. Begin by finding yourself a large water bottle that holds a significant amount of ounces in it. Fill it up each morning and carry it with you during the day. When you get thirsty, opt for drinking water rather than choosing your favorite soda or coffee as a beverage. The more you begin to drink water, the more that your body will crave it. The process of getting enough onces into your body will become a habit in no time.<br />There are many other great reasons to start drinking water. But, if you're like me, you've already heard them all at least ten times. All that is left for you to do is follow the advice you heard just this one time. Start drinking water for your health. You're body will thank you. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436989334888714290" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 133px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUJn3QSzADZXjdNJA_D5ZO5z9GrpLW4mbJbJOSCHj7hdPx4RToK6pPfJfM-nZg5vIaU9Yu4_kh2FP-JZqiUDNd6tUjSvuoDgjkdLsePrkiDxi2lnssLAHas7awVJgpzdtCsG1SI6oapno/s200/water2.jpg" border="0" /></div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-53199050523832104872010-02-11T06:12:00.000-08:002011-09-15T07:05:37.275-07:00Drinking water<div>Keywords:drinking water<br />You can barely make it through a day without hearing or reading some piece of warning or advice about your health. Our society is obsessed with all of the latest fads and techniques for doing as little as possible and eating as much as you want while maintaining the body of a supermodel. There are so many diets and health plans that can be found on the internet or in any magazine that it becomes easy after a while to simply ignore everything you read. For the most part, many of the warnings and pieces of advice you see could be safely ignored without any serious effects on your life. One piece of advice, however, that you cannot afford to ignore is about drinking water.<br />Drinking water is one the most simple, easy to follow, and most necessary pieces of health advice that you'll ever hear. Take the advice seriously. Drinking water is absolutely essential to your life for a variety of reasons. Because our bodies are made up of such a high percentage of water in the first place, it only makes sense that drinking water would benefit our bodies in great ways.<br />Drinking water is a great way to purify our bodies from many of the toxins and impurities that make their way into our systems with each meal we eat and through the air we breathe each moment. There is no better way to consistently cleanse your body and keep your digestive system moving than by drinking water each day.<br />There are a wide range of suggestions out there about how much water you should drink each day. The easiest and best method I have discovered is to take your current weight and divide it in half. This is your magic number of ounces for drinking water each day. So, for example, a woman weighing 150 pounds should drink the number that is half her weight, or 75, in ounces of water each day.<br />Sound impossible? Drinking water may be hard at first if you aren't used to it. Begin by finding yourself a large water bottle that holds a significant amount of ounces in it. Fill it up each morning and carry it with you during the day. When you get thirsty, opt for drinking water rather than choosing your favorite soda or coffee as a beverage. The more you begin to drink water, the more that your body will crave it. The process of getting enough onces into your body will become a habit in no time.<br />There are many other great reasons to start drinking water. But, if you're like me, you've already heard them all at least ten times. All that is left for you to do is follow the advice you heard just this one time. Start drinking water for your health. You're body will thank you.<br /> </div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-58021721752869652442010-02-11T06:02:00.000-08:002010-02-11T06:10:09.419-08:00Natural skin careKeywords:skin care,natural skin care,skin treatment,acne treatment,eczema treatment, psoriasis treatment<br /><br />The following substances (discussed below) need to be removed from your dietHowever, it takes the body time to adjust and only after a couple of months will you get a true and fair picture of whether removing these foods is having an impact. Also, be disciplined if you want a true picture of whether these foods help to cause or aggravate your skin condition. It is no good following the diet for a week or two then eating the odd slice of pizza. You will be cheating yourself and remember the aim is to try improve your condition for 'your' benefit.<br />Yeast<br />Yeast is the first of the potential food allergies I will explain. I will now list foods that we commonly eat which are high in yeast and that should be avoided<br />* Bread (Including Pastry, Pitta Bread and Naan Bread). There are yeast free alternatives to normal bread that are widely available, such as soda bread (which I now eat) and black rye bread.* Beer* Foods containing yeast extracts. Many foods that you would not expect to have yeast in them have yeast extracts in them. It is advisable to check whether a food has yeast on the food label. Although this can be tedious at first when buying food in a supermarket, I have now become used to it. A quick glance of the label of a certain type of food you are unsure about will show whether it contains yeast. As time progresses, due to a lot of 'label checking' you will build up knowledge of foods that contain yeast.* Soy Sauce* Some Frozen Foods<br />Not only must these foods mentioned above be avoided, the potential growth of yeast in our systems must be avoided.<br />SUGAR<br />Obviously most of the foods we eat contain some sugar. Apart from the following foods mentioned another common source where sugar enters our diet is in tea and coffee. Most people drink either tea, coffee or both and often think nothing of having two to three teaspoons of sugar in their tea/coffee. Sugar taken in this form (especially white sugar) can be very refined and processed which is not good for our systems. If you read any magazines or books with articles relating to dieting, de-toxing, skin problems etc. you will commonly find the advice to severely reduce the intake of sugary foods, as it not only greatly beneficial for your skin but your general health as well.<br />Dairy Products<br />This means eliminating milk, cheese, yoghurt and other dairy products from the diet. There are a variety of replacements for cows milk, such as Goats Milk (which is easier to digest) and Soya Milk which also contain first class proteins that are found in cows milk.<br />Egg<br />Eggs are also another well documented source of food intolerance. You may find that if you suffer from a skin condition such as eczema you may unknowingly have an adverse reaction straight after eating an egg. If your condition is aggravated after this it would obviously be a good idea to stop eating eggs.<br /><b>Red Meat </b><br />I have found that omitting these foods from my diet has helped to contribute to the improvement of my skin.<br /><b>Coffee </b><br />Also, note that many other drinks have high caffeine levels such as energy drinks. Tea has caffeine although in smaller amounts then coffee. Some people may think an alternative to coffee would be to have decaffeinated coffee. My friend who has psoriasis used to drink vast amounts of coffee every day, noticed a vast improvement in his condition after he stopped drinking coffee. <br />Part 2 will contain what other important things which have to be removed from your diet for you to get clear beautiful looking skin.The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-88558579265175424992010-02-11T05:58:00.000-08:002010-02-11T06:00:09.411-08:00Beautiful skinKeywords:skin care,natural skin care,skin treatment,acne treatment,eczema treatment, psoriasis treatment<br /><br />The following substances (discussed below) need to be removed from your dietHowever, it takes the body time to adjust and only after a couple of months will you get a true and fair picture of whether removing these foods is having an impact. Also, be disciplined if you want a true picture of whether these foods help to cause or aggravate your skin condition. It is no good following the diet for a week or two then eating the odd slice of pizza. You will be cheating yourself and remember the aim is to try improve your condition for 'your' benefit.<br />Yeast<br />Yeast is the first of the potential food allergies I will explain. I will now list foods that we commonly eat which are high in yeast and that should be avoided<br />* Bread (Including Pastry, Pitta Bread and Naan Bread). There are yeast free alternatives to normal bread that are widely available, such as soda bread (which I now eat) and black rye bread.* Beer* Foods containing yeast extracts. Many foods that you would not expect to have yeast in them have yeast extracts in them. It is advisable to check whether a food has yeast on the food label. Although this can be tedious at first when buying food in a supermarket, I have now become used to it. A quick glance of the label of a certain type of food you are unsure about will show whether it contains yeast. As time progresses, due to a lot of 'label checking' you will build up knowledge of foods that contain yeast.* Soy Sauce* Some Frozen Foods<br />Not only must these foods mentioned above be avoided, the potential growth of yeast in our systems must be avoided.<br />SUGAR<br />Obviously most of the foods we eat contain some sugar. Apart from the following foods mentioned another common source where sugar enters our diet is in tea and coffee. Most people drink either tea, coffee or both and often think nothing of having two to three teaspoons of sugar in their tea/coffee. Sugar taken in this form (especially white sugar) can be very refined and processed which is not good for our systems. If you read any magazines or books with articles relating to dieting, de-toxing, skin problems etc. you will commonly find the advice to severely reduce the intake of sugary foods, as it not only greatly beneficial for your skin but your general health as well.<br />Dairy Products<br />This means eliminating milk, cheese, yoghurt and other dairy products from the diet. There are a variety of replacements for cows milk, such as Goats Milk (which is easier to digest) and Soya Milk which also contain first class proteins that are found in cows milk.<br />Egg<br />Eggs are also another well documented source of food intolerance. You may find that if you suffer from a skin condition such as eczema you may unknowingly have an adverse reaction straight after eating an egg. If your condition is aggravated after this it would obviously be a good idea to stop eating eggs.<br /><b>Red Meat </b><br />I have found that omitting these foods from my diet has helped to contribute to the improvement of my skin.<br /><b>Coffee </b><br />Also, note that many other drinks have high caffeine levels such as energy drinks. Tea has caffeine although in smaller amounts then coffee. Some people may think an alternative to coffee would be to have decaffeinated coffee. My friend who has psoriasis used to drink vast amounts of coffee every day, noticed a vast improvement in his condition after he stopped drinking coffee. <br />Part 2 will contain what other important things which have to be removed from your diet for you to get clear beautiful looking skin.The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-66929102061979982762010-02-11T05:36:00.000-08:002010-02-11T05:47:58.016-08:00Forgive myself<div>TKeywords:health, wellness, spirituality<br />This may sound a bit odd coming from me, but I believe that regardless of what you eat - how many times each week you exercise or what particular diet you decide to try - if you do not have your inner life in order, it will be difficult to be at peace with yourself and your body.<br />In discussing ways to love your body, therefore, it is important to look at ways we can have peace with ourselves. Moreover, in this article, we will discuss an idea you may not have considered: forgiveness.<br />The Past Is The Past, Let It Go:<br />The most important process we can undertake for our health and well being is to make a conscious effort not to leave negative energy embedded in the past. In effort to move into present time, and be at one with our own body, it becomes essential to let go of all the hurts and struggles that have led us to this moment. There is only one road to this state of oneness, however: The act of letting go.<br />As it turns out, I'm not the only one who stands by the belief system of releasing the past in effort to improve the health of our minds, as well as our body and spirit. Carolyn Myss in her healing lecture series: Why People Don't Heal, makes the claim that forgiveness is the #1 way to move forward in health. And she can back it up. She has used the healing process of letting go to transform people from near death to glowing health. With this in mind then, ask yourself: Is there anyone or anything from my past which prevents me from moving forward? Said differently: is there something in your past that's holding you back?<br />Learn To Forgive Others, The Process:<br />This brings us to the next step in our progress of releasing the past: learning to forgive others. Keep in mind, most often others say and do things as a result of how they are feeling about themselves. In most cases, whether they are aware of it or not, unhealthy individuals inflict their wounds upon us to salve their own pain. This can no longer affect us if we make a full effort to do as Don Miguel Ruiz says in his book The Four Agreements, and "not take things personally." When we do take things personally, we really could gather up a lifetime of emotional baggage.<br />As it pertains to body image and self-esteem, however, is there anyone you need to forgive? Has someone knowingly or unknowingly inflicted a negative body view onto you? Here's my personal example: When I was in high school, I had a "friend" who was popular, pretty and blonde. As an introvert and troubled youth, I took everything most personally. Imagine my emotional baggage when any time I would so much as mention my interest in a particular boy, she'd make sure she would go out of her way to get his interest.<br />Needless to say our friendship wasn't long term. And later I learned she was living in an unstable home. Yet, when I was younger, her actions just plain hurt my feelings and gave me a negative self image. Now I realize my insecurities at the time were my wounds to heal, and once I'd forgiven her and not taken her actions personally, I could move forward without holding on to past insecurity.<br />Learn To Live In the Present, An Exercise:<br />When we can learn to let go of the past and live fully in the present, we are also growing. After all, how could we grow if we have negative energy lodged in the past? Moreover, there are many other active ways to learn to live in the present. Begin the process by taking a current inventory of your body. I like to do this by using my journal (you do have a journal, don't you?)<br />Here's how it works:<br />• Take a scan of your body. First take body part by body part and make a note of what you are happy about. Ask yourself: What do I love about me? At first this may seem awkward, but I cannot stress the importance of taking time to spend time with your self and learning to know "you."<br />• After you've noted all the positive aspects of your self, make note of those parts you'd like to change. Keep in mind your boundaries - are these changes within your control? If so, make notes to yourself as to how you may go about making a change for the better. If changes are out of your control - take time every day to consciously send love to those parts of your body. When ever possible, tell your mind that you accept your body and your self for who you are, right now.<br />• When you've finished, take a look at your list. What can you do right now that would make you love a part of yourself? Consider this your permission slip: Today take time to do something good for yourself. Better yet, walk to the phone right now and make an appointment to do something for your self. My favorite self-love activities? Here's a couple suggestions. Ladies: A manicure or pedicure? Gentlemen: A massage?<br />Today, take time to focus on all of your positive qualities. Make an effort to forgive the past and move into the present moment. Prepare to grow!<br />Journal Entries:<br />Make note: What do I love about myself? What can I do for myself this week that is "just for me"?<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436981348137553138" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0DnP64r3B2UtVMID0EJCCg0O7vhrpW4kbgBuEJ32rI9rwUtPOaDe6J7y0hLA4negM4-nuB2TzEbdx4m90GSVxlJcStBXVanDThvxYHe92qq9PRF1m78Fyi3H4ac5WcL1Adg-JzuRtv1A/s200/300.jpg" border="0" /></div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-17000606170512048482010-02-11T05:18:00.000-08:002010-02-11T05:32:07.356-08:00Quit smoking today<div>Keywords:smoking</div><br /><div><br />Smoking harms the health of the body, and kills the skin and teeth and gums, and cause cancer and cause disease in the heart and lungs, we should allow smoking now because it destroys our lives and our bodies.<br /></div><br /><div>There are many who consider smoking to be one of the filthiest, least healthy habits a person can have. The typical non-smoker finds cigarette smoke distasteful at best, disgusting at worst. There are also a number of side effects that smoking can have on the body which are damaging, particularly in the long-run. The fact that second-hand smoke does even more damage to non-smokers than it does to smokers does nothing to endear the habit to anyone. However, aside from the obvious respiratory and circulatory repercussions, there are other problems that are associated with smoking. Owing to the close proximity of the gums to the smoke caused by the habit, smokers now make up 50% of people with gum disease in the world.<br />Smoking has been known to slow the healing process of the body, particularly after surgical procedures. This is especially true for orthodontic and dental surgery, which delve into the areas that receive the most direct exposure to tobacco and nicotine. Damage on the gums was originally found to have been aggravated by smoking, accelerating the rate of decay of the gums and teeth. It was later found that it was possible to have no previous dental damage at all and still suffer from the side effects of smoking, because the smoke itself can cause cellular decay in the gums. Another, recently discovered problem is that the smoke slowly undoes any repairs done to the gums through surgery.<br />Aside from these issues, there are also a number of other problems that smoking can cause the mouth, teeth, and gums. Plaque, for example, becomes significantly harder to clean off. It is unknown what exactly causes this to happen, but smokers tend to have plaque build-up in their mouths that can only be cleaned off by professional tools. This would not be a problem if a person regularly visits a dentist for teeth cleaning oral prophylaxis, a procedure that should be done every six months. This runs the risk of letting the bacteria in the plaque slowly eat away at the teeth, with some cases seeking help for the problem too late.<br />There is also a pronounced risk of the bone and support structure of the teeth being eaten away. Smoking is known to slowly kill off the cells in the gums, as well as impede upon natural regeneration in that area. This can be dangerous if the gums and bones that support the teeth are already compromised by bacteria, tooth decay, or other damage. The fibers that hold the teeth in place recede when exposed to tobacco, loosening the teeth. This may be a slow process, but that only makes it such that most people simply fail to notice the problem until it is too late and the damage has already been done.<br />However, it isn't just cigarette smoke that causes these problems. Even smoke-less products that are based on tobacco cause this damage, often in comparably similar degrees. According to several studies, both cigars and pipes cause the same cellular degeneration and damage rates as cigarette smoke. So far, all indications point to the problem being firmly rooted in the tobacco in the products and not necessarily the smoke itself. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436977806119428962" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 108px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm2_Gd2Sp7u0XiZ8siTJt8QViM0SHhOO_goMvHzKwuk7lvwdr-yYN6JBYIiPBYkTj3Lp9YZLoKA4GpngQTdqtFfKqDEBrIZ3zHrFWZh6lEn5AOG6TfB29coFvVwqCTSVPqS1yCDJaWABU/s200/4239782595_971ffcb8c5.jpg" border="0" /></div>The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6556814235908485178.post-66724066142731503722010-02-11T05:16:00.000-08:002010-02-11T05:18:00.925-08:00The perfecr DietKeywords:Diet<br />Article Body:Just recently, a South American teenage model died of suspected malnutrition. That sad news topped the headlines and stunned the fashion industry. It happened just six months after her “size zero” sister starved herself to death on a diet of lettuce leaves and Diet Coke. Like her elder sister, preliminary indications suggest that she died suddenly of a heart attack, as a result of malnutrition. In response to these incidents, ultra-thin or size zero models were barred from participating in the Madrid Fashion Week 2006. Organizers of the fashion show for the Milan leg also followed suit.<br />These tragic deaths sparked an international debate about the ethics of using models who have “size zero” measurements. Size zero, in metric terms, is having the following vital statistics: 31.5 inches in bust size; 23 inches in waistline; and 34 inches in hip measure. Zero size is indeed alarming of one goes by the standard measurements. The average waistline of an eight year-old Caucasian is about 22 inches, making the size zero waistline of 23 inches incredible and dangerous at the same time. <br />These ultra skinny super models are idolized and imitated by thousands if not millions of women around the world. While not all of these super models starve themselves almost to the point of death, great care must be exercised in marketing their unique looks as the ideal for women to follow. One area of urgent action is the need to address myths and misconceptions about dieting. The proliferation of super model diets and other diet fads have left many women sick and unsightly. Many who were uninformed or ignorant about the science behind dieting have pursued their quest for physical perfection by following some supposedly “perfect diet program” that guarantees the attainment of a super model body. But is there really a perfect diet?<br />By definition, a diet is something you undertake for weight loss. A diet will require you to alter your food choices and consumption. Most of the diets have either lots of fibers, or steamed vegetables, and very little or practically no room for carbohydrates. Although it might make you feel light, it certainly induces a series of side effects. These may vary from severe head aches, to black outs, to low mental balances to even desperate carbohydrate cravings --- to something as serious as heart failure and death.<br />There are a lot of popular diet plans that currently being offered to weight-watchers and regular consumers. Research has shown that the majority of people who start on a diet plan tend to lose between 5 to 10% of their starting weight within 3 months of starting their plan. However, when the weight loss slows down, people tend to become disappointed with the slow progress of the plan and often abandon the diet and then regain the weight they had lost.<br />No single diet will work perfectly for everyone, but there are diet plans that might suit an individual. The way to pick a diet program that is right for you is to find a plan that contains the food you like and the one that reflects your lifestyle. These diet plans should be accompanied by regular exercise and adequate rest and sleep.<br />Everyone knows the keys to losing weight achieved through discipline and balance in all aspects of the diet and exercise program. It sounds simple enough, but in real life, losing those excess pounds can be very demanding on one's time and level of effort. Individual diet plans really depend on each person's health and weight loss goals. The best weight loss diet is one that will help you to eat less, eat healthy, and exercise more. The perfect diet should not end up in deprivation, starvation, or much worse, the loss of one's life. Losing the extra pounds and gaining more enjoyment in life are the real outcomes of a perfect diet.The Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15363176910525176362noreply@blogger.com0