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The importance of having a healthy Self esteem SELF ESTEEM: Confidence in ones own worth or abilities; Self respect. Having faith and believing in yourself. It's important for all of us as human beings to have a healthy self esteem, but in this article I'm going to focus on the importance of women having good self esteem and how it affects every aspect of our lives. It is the center of every choice that we make such as friendships, relationships, career choices, whether we take risk or not and even how we feel about other women. When you aren't sure of yourself as a woman and lack confidence you may find yourself being envious of other women. You may catch yourself looking at another woman who appears to have it all together as if it's a negative thing. Things that are positive such as a woman that always dresses nice, has an amazing sense of style, beautiful face, nice figure, looks physically fit and always has her hair done or looks...

There are so many reasons why being healthy and fit is important. It’s less about looking amazing in your clothes and more about leading a fuller healthier life. Studies show that exercise and leading a fit lifestyle can prolong  your life. It strengthens your immune system so you don’t get sick easily, strengthens your bones to help prevent osteoporosis, it can also suppress your appetite . A regular workout regiment helps control your weight and makes it easier for your body to use fat for energy. It also helps prevent some types of cancer, It reduces cholesterol, High blood pressure and your risk of getting heart disease. A strong fit body is not fragile therefore it won’t be prone to injury. A great workout will give you a natural high and the dopamine that your brains releases will have you  feeling euphoric, positive, happy and motivated. It will also increase your confidence and self esteem when you see results, giving you  a strong sense of accomplishment! W...

Water intake is one of the most important parts of our lives, at least it should be. It is essential to permanent weight loss and also suppresses the appetite naturally. It keeps the kidneys functioning properly and also regulates bowel movements. Drinking a lot of water Is also a way of detoxing cause  your body will flush out any toxic waste. They say that drinking 8fl. Oz. of water a day is the standard, but that depends on your weight as well. A person who weighs more will generally have to drink more water to satisfy what their body needs. There are also other factors besides weight such as lifestyle (If you are  a very active or athletic person) How  much you sweat, climate, if you're wearing heavy clothing etc. These things may increase your water intake. A lot of people complain that water is too bland and that makes it bad and uninteresting to drink throughout the day; However there are many other ways you can satisfy your water intake (of course you still ne...

Some say that when women hit a particular age they lose "IT" They lose "IT" as in their sexy because it becomes harder to lose weight. The average modern woman has a very demanding schedule. It's so easy to get caught up in the day to day things that are priorities such as career, motherhood, working hard to make ends meet and just keeping the home together. Some women have to travel for work and have grueling schedules; however none of the above is a good enough reason to not take care of yourself. In fact this is an important time in your life so you should definitely make yourself a priority. Your health should definitely be a priority because there are natural changes that occur once you turn 40, These changes even start occurring for some women once they reach their thirties. Here are some things that happen: -Your metabolism decreases which results in your body burning less calories. -You start to lose muscle mass -You begin experiencing gener...

What is so special about green smoothies? Greens are a great source of protein because greens provide protein in the form of individual amino acids. These amino acids are easier for the body to use than complex proteins found in meat. Greens are also good for the endocrine system in our bodies. They provide all the nutrients, vitamins, amino acids, carbohydrates and essential fatty acids that we need. When greens are blended you can absorb them better and get more nutrients than you would from eating other foods or salad.    A great way to start your day is to have A green smoothie. It is recommended to have at least 2 quarts, half for breakfast and the rest in the afternoon. This helps increase your energy level throughout the day, improves digestion, takes away bloating, helps with weight loss, mood stability, stronger nails, brighter eyes, motivation and concentration.  Here are some great smoothie recipes to try: Minty Thrill 4 Ripe pears 4-5 l...

Fit Couples Studies have shown that most couples that work out together stay together. Some say that when you're in a relationship with someone it's best that the two of you are into similar things such as activities, hobbies, interests etc. Of course each of you will bring different things to the table and be unique in your own way; However we all know that there are certain things that can even destroy a relationship when two people are not on the same page. Here is how living a fit and healthy lifestyle plays into that. If one person is trying to make responsible choices as far as the food that they eat, working out on a regular basis, taking vitamins and or supplements and trying to improve their overall health the purpose of that is to live a fuller and longer life. If the other half of the relationship has absolutely no discipline when it comes to food choices, lifestyle choices, no workout regiment and shows no interest in living a fit and healthy lifestyle t...

10 Helpful tips (Food and Nutrition) 1.) Use Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Coconut oil when cooking. Olive oil is very high in compounds called phenols, which are potent antioxidants. -Good for the heart -Lowers blood pressure  -Decreases risk of colon cancer -Coconut oil has fatty acids that are powerful antibiotics, antibacterial and antiviral 2.) Eat Lots of Blueberries! Blueberries are considered a superfood because they are packed with nutrients that help fight cancer, and prevent memory loss, excellent for anti aging and a great addition to salad, cereal, oatmeal and yogurt. 3.) Enjoy Wild Salmon This is a wonderful source of Omega-3 fats (Which supports brain function and improves memory.  -Great source of lean protein -Selenium in Salmon can protect your skin and is great for healthy hair, skin, nails and bones -Helps reduce joint pain from arthritis  -Awesome source of vitamin D -Best method of cooking this fish is to...

1. Tomatoes are good for your skin Tomatoes contain a high level of lycopene, which is a substance that is used in some of the more pricey facial cleansers that are available for purchase over-the-counter. If you want to try tomatoes for skin care, you need to start with about eight to twelve tomatoes. Peel the tomatoes and then place the skin on your face with inside of the tomato touching your skin. Leave the tomatoes on your face for a minimum of ten minutes, then wash. Your face will feel clean and shiny. Some redness may occur, but should fade with time. 2. Tomatoes are good for your heart Because of the Vitamin B and potassium in tomatoes, they are effective in reducing cholesterol levels and lowering blood pressure. Therefore, by including tomatoes in your regular balanced diet you can effectively prevent heart attacks, strokes as well as many other heart related problems that may threaten your life. 3. Tomatoes help repair damage caused by smoking ...