Archives for the ‘HEALTH’ Category
Give Yourself a Smartphone Sonogram to Tell if You Need Plan B
Tweet Sometimes I think our smart-phones are getting just a little too smart. Apparently there is a sonogram attachment, so [...]
Sometimes I think our smart-phones are getting just a little too smart. Apparently there is a sonogram attachment, so you basically perform a minor medical procedure on yourself and see how far along your pregnancy is. First off, it looks like a dildo. Lets just get that out of the way right now. Secondly, I am pretty sure that trained professionals administer sonograms, so it probably isn’t somet... More...
By Gary • Apr 9th, 2013 • Category: Adult Health, ENTERTAINMENT, HEALTH, Mom Health, Pregnancy
The Hows and Whys of Cleaning Makeup Brushes
Tweet I don’t clean my makeup brushes, like, ever, and that is all about to change. Here’s why: there is [...]
I don’t clean my makeup brushes, like, ever, and that is all about to change. Here’s why: there is old makeup, dirt, oil, dead skin, and bacteria just sitting there waiting to be washed away. Ew. I can’t even go there. Let me break down how exactly one rids their brushes of such horrific things. First, wet your brush under warm water with the bristles pointing down. Using a mil... More...
By emilyc • Apr 9th, 2013 • Category: Adult Health, BEAUTY, Cosmetics, Family Health, HEALTH, Mom Health, Skin
Yum Alert: Creamy Almond Butter Fudge
Tweet This raw vegan fudge has a very non-raw, non-vegan flavor. Four simple ingredients make it taste deliciously buttery without [...]
This raw vegan fudge has a very non-raw, non-vegan flavor. Four simple ingredients make it taste deliciously buttery without using any butter! Just be sure to keep it chilled otherwise it will melt at room temp. Recipe and image via Detoxinista. 1 cup raw creamy almond butter (unsalted) ¼ cup coconut oil, softened 1½ Tablespoons raw honey ½ teaspoon fine sea salt For preparation instructions, click... More...
By emilyc • Apr 8th, 2013 • Category: Dining, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, HEALTH, Recipes
Foods That Help You Get Tan
Tweet Melanin is key to a gorgeous tan, but it’s also key to healthy skin. It protects you from the [...]
Melanin is key to a gorgeous tan, but it’s also key to healthy skin. It protects you from the harmful effects of sunlight so that you don’t like an 80-year-old Snooki. In order to increase melanin production, you need to be eating the right foods that provide your body with nutrients used to make it. Animal Products: Vegetarians and vegans, we love you so much (if you couldn’t tell ... More...
By emilyc • Apr 5th, 2013 • Category: Adult Health, BEAUTY, Dining, Family Health, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, HEALTH, Mom Health, Skin
Link Love: Festival Edition
Tweet What to wear to a summer music festival [I Have A Degree In This] How to wear blue eyeliner [...]
What to wear to a summer music festival [I Have A Degree In This] How to wear blue eyeliner [Endless Beauty] Destination procrastination! [Beauty Blogging Junkie] 5 guys you shouldn’t date [Funny Not Slutty] Mike Piazza makes his ballet debut [Haute Living] 10 best celebs to follow on Vine [iVillage] Ways to make your wedding more ‘you’ [BRIDEfinds] All the essentials you need ... More...
By emilyc • Apr 3rd, 2013 • Category: BEAUTY, CELEBS, Dating, ENTERTAINMENT, FASHION, HEALTH, SEX AND RELATIONSHIPS, Wedding
Take Your Fave Foods to the Next Level
Tweet Give me a reason to eat cookies on the reg, and I’ll be content for a good couple of [...]
Give me a reason to eat cookies on the reg, and I’ll be content for a good couple of months. Open my eyes to something better than Vitamin Water and arm me with an array of potato chip alternatives, and I will frolic through the city living a happy, healthy lifestyle. If you feel me on this, read on. Cookies don’t have to be an occasional thing. Life without a high dose of cookies is li... More...
By emilyc • Apr 3rd, 2013 • Category: Adult Health, Dining, Family Health, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, HEALTH, Mom Health, Recipes
Powerful Health Benefits of Bell Peppers
Tweet Don’t let their good looks fool you – bell peppers aren’t messing around when it comes to making you [...]
Don’t let their good looks fool you – bell peppers aren’t messing around when it comes to making you healthy. It’s hard not to gravitate toward them when perusing Whole Foods thanks to their vibrant hues, and now you’re going to want to really stock up because I’m about to serve some health benefit realness. Staggering amounts of vitamin C - Bell peppers conta... More...
By emilyc • Mar 29th, 2013 • Category: Adult Health, Dining, Family Health, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, HEALTH, Mom Health
Rant of the Week: You Are Not As Fat As You Think You Are
Tweet No matter how much you weigh, in your younger years, it is a scientific fact (according to me) that [...]
No matter how much you weigh, in your younger years, it is a scientific fact (according to me) that you will think you are much fatter than you actually are. This is called body dysmorphia, and it plagues young men, women, and gays everywhere. If you ask any old person, they will tell you that they wish they had appreciated their body more when everything was in the correct place. As we age, thing... More...
By Gary • Mar 28th, 2013 • Category: Adult Health, FOOD AND TRAVEL, HEALTH
Chanel for All Your Sporting Needs
Tweet Firstly, you should avoid sports altogether. I have successfully done it all my life. Weirdly enough though, seeing this [...]
Firstly, you should avoid sports altogether. I have successfully done it all my life. Weirdly enough though, seeing this little kaleidoscope of Chanel sporting goods makes me want to go fishing or something. Maybe throw a football. Don’t repeat that. No, I don’t want to throw a football no matter how many times Karl Lagerfeld says it’s ok, but if you’re one of those girls... More...
By emilyc • Mar 28th, 2013 • Category: ENTERTAINMENT, FASHION, HEALTH, Shoes and Accessories
Link Love: Hairstyling Edition
Tweet How to trim your bangs at home [I Have A Degree In This] How to do waterfall braids [Endless [...]
How to trim your bangs at home [I Have A Degree In This] How to do waterfall braids [Endless Beauty] Get Jessica Alba’s Kids Choice Awards hair and makeup [Beauty Blogging Junkie] Can you kill yourself with food? [Funny Not Slutty] Ryan Seacrest opens media center at children’s hospital [Haute Living] What do you call Pinterest for men? Manteresting [iVillage] 10 wedding dresses that ... More...
By emilyc • Mar 27th, 2013 • Category: BEAUTY, CELEBS, Cosmetics, ENTERTAINMENT, FASHION, Food, FOOD AND TRAVEL, Hair, HEALTH, Nails, Skin, Wedding
