Thursday, August 14, 2008

Get a Good and Green Night's Sleep


Want to stop overheating at night? No sweat! Look for toppers made of natural fibers to absorb moisture and control body temperature, giving you a more pleasant rest. Vivetique’s Pure Grow Wool line has some of the most breathable bed toppers around, including lining for cribs. Anna Sova’s organic cotton bedding is not only comfortable, it’s produced under ethical working conditions so you can rest easy.

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Get a Good and Green Night's Sleep


Considering we spend 1/3 of our lives in bed, what we put near our bodies while snoozing can be as important as what we put in them. Opting for natural and eco-friendly products can help the earth, eliminate toxins and give you a better night's sleep.

Start with your mattress. They're often made with synthetic rubbers and fillers that pollute both you and the environment. Look for a model that uses natural fibers, such as soy-based organic foams or natural rubbers.

Monday, August 11, 2008

Potassium Keeps You Toned


If you're trying to build lean muscle, an effective combo may be strength training and... peaches? Studies show that foods high in potassium encourage tones, healthy muscles and will give you more lean muscle mass. Some other potassium-rich foods are potatoes, beans, yogurt, beets, halibut, salmon, raisins, bananas and blackberries.

Wednesday, August 06, 2008

Don't Let Acne Control Your Life


If you’ve been searching for a way to control your acne with little success, try the latest line of spa-quality skincare products from Murad Acne. They offer a variety of options for cleansers, moisturizers, exfoliating gels and SPF products to help control your acne and give you confidence in yourself and for your life.

Tuesday, August 05, 2008

10 Short Supermarket Rules


6. Pay more for wholesome ingredients and take comfort knowing you’ll eat less of them.

7. Try to eat a wide variety of different species.

8. Eat food from animals that eat grass; corn isn’t natural food for beef or anything else.

9. Cook, and if possible, grow some of your own food.

10. Eat whole meals at tables, with other people when possible, and enjoy it!

Monday, August 04, 2008

10 Short Supermarket Rules


1. Don’t eat anything your grandmother wouldn’t recognize as food.

2. Always avoid foods containing ingredients you can’t pronounce.

3. Be suspicious of food products that make health claims.

4. Shop the perimeters of the supermarket (fresh foods and dairy only); the inside tends to be the stuff in boxes that isn’t so good for you.

5. Don’t eat anything that wouldn’t eventually rot.

Thursday, July 31, 2008

10 Short Supermarket Rules


Are you always left wondering just what is healthy to eat and what isn’t? Maneuvering the aisles of the market can be harder than ever before with pesticides, high fructose corn syrup and harsh preservatives on the back of every box. Follow these rules in the supermarket and you’ll feel a resurgence in your health and happiness in no time.

Wednesday, July 30, 2008

The Best Reason to Rent?


4. Renting gives you flexibility

Buying a home is a big commitment, if you need to move for any reason- say, for work- your property would need to appreciate at least 10% for you to recover your sales costs. That typically takes about five years. Renting allows you the freedom and mobility you need to find the right job before you tie yourself into a massive home investment.

Monday, July 21, 2008

4 Great Reasons to Rent


3. More options are available to renters

With the house market crashing, more owners are converting their properties into rentals or providing sweet incentives to lure prospective tenants. Many owners are offering as many as three free months of rent to attract renters. And, modern apartments offer amenities that may be unaffordable in a new home.

Friday, July 18, 2008

4 Great Reasons to Rent


2. Tax deductions are overstated

Conventional wisdom claims that you save money when buying a home because mortgage interest is tax deductible. But one study points out that more than half of homeowners don't receive a break because, even with mortgage interest and property taxes, their total deductions do not exceed the standard federal tax deduction ($10,900 for couples and $5,450 for singles).

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

4 Great Reasons to Rent


1. It can save you money.

According to popular myth, renters are just throwing money away. But when you buy a home, you're stuck with closing feeds, mortgage interest, property taxes, private homeowners' insurance and maintenance. All return nothing on your investment. You're better off banking your money or putting it into the stock market. A recent study indicates that stocks provided investors with nearly 4.6% higher average returns in the past 45 years than real estate.

Monday, July 14, 2008

4 Great Reasons to Rent


Feel stuck in a renters rut and dreaming of buying your own home? With the recent mortgage crisis, that might not be the right choice for you after all. Many people don’t realize the countless unforeseen costs of owning their own home. So stop stressing and stay tuned for four great reasons to stick to renting.

Friday, July 11, 2008

Top Detox Foods: Fruit


10. Fruit, Fruit, Fruit!

They're chockfull of almost all of the good things above: vitamin C, fiber, nutritious fluids, and all kinds of great-for-you antioxidants. Besides, nothing is more refreshing than a ripe and juicy mango, fresh berries, or a perfect pair.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Top Detox Foods: Psyllium


9. Psyllium

A plant that's rich in soluble fiber, like oat bran or flax seed, but more versatile, it clears out toxins and cholesterol. Stir it into juice to help cleanse the colon, or have psyllium-fortified Bran Buds for breakfast.

Wednesday, July 09, 2008

Top Detox Foods: Cabbage


8. Cabbage

There are two main types of detoxifying enzymes in the liver; this potent leafy vegetable helps activate both of them. Not a fan of cabbage straight up? Try chopping it up and throwing it in soup. Or, opt for coleslaw next time you hit a backyard barbeque.