TIP:  Choose a lighter white wine versus heavier red wines or have a drink with cucumber and/or mint added.

TIP:  Watermelon is a refrigerant food and cools you down a few degrees when consumed.  Make sure to eat it in between meals and not overdo it because it’s quite sweet!  Enjoy as a fresh juice and with some mint for an extra cooling twist!

PREVENT GETTING A COLD

TIP:  Please wash your hands often! Choose soap that has tea tree oil or lavender in it for natural antibacterial properties. Don’t forget to reach under your fingerails! If you are not able to wash your hands, use a natural hand sanitizer. The brand EO has a lavender one that serves a dual purpose of sanitization…

TIP:  Try baking kale to make simple and delicious chips that are actually good for you!

All you need is a bundle or two of kale, olive oil and salt. Make sure to wash and dry your kale and remove the leaves from the stem. Preheat your oven to 300 F. Toss the kale with olive…

TIP: Pluots are a delicious fruit that is in season at the end of May.  Make sure to find at your local farmer’s market and eat them sweet rather than sour and enjoy!

TIP:  Look at ingredients for length and key words instead of trusting claims on the label. With so many beauty products and brands out there, it’s hard to know to know what is actually good or bad for your skin.

Some ingredients are known to have harmful effects on the body and should be avoided. Another…

TIP:  Add a couple drops of peppermint oil or a peppermint leaf for an extra cooling effect!

Now that summer is near, here is a recipe for a mask to keep your skin hydrated and cool.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons aloe vera gel or one stalk of a…

TIP:  Try and gradually replace your cups of coffee with cups of tea. If it is caffeine you need, choose a green tea which has caffeine and many antioxidants as well! Don’t need caffeine but need a warm drink or that coffee taste? Consider herbal teas without caffeine or…

TIP:  Do not ever put hot water on the crown of your head.  Try to avoid this area if you blow-dry your hair or use a cooler setting.  Protect your hair and scalp from the elements. Severe cold weather or hot sunshine can dry your hair out.  Use extra conditioner,…

TIP:  No matter what skin type you have, make sure to keep the area under your eyes supple and moist at all times. There are many under eye creams on the market, but the most affordable and effective way to do this is to apply a little olive oil under your…