Hey for those of you who read my blog, sorry I have been the typical American, start something and don't follow thru!!! I am going to try harder to get more messages out there!!! Some of you are looking for a tax write off and a home based business will will offer just that, but be sure you keep records and read the tax requirements. For me, Melaleuca offers a home based business, tax write offs and products safe for me and the environment. I would encourage everyone to try the products if you are interested in safe, non-toxic personal and home care items.
For those of you who are judgemental, don't bother!!! I will tell you one thing tho, ever since I had kids, laundry products broke us all out in a rash that blistered us bad. I found Melaleuca laundry products to be effective in cleaning and no rash!!! Many more stories to come..... thanks for visiting.
Tuesday, February 22, 2005
Wednesday, February 09, 2005
Eat the Valentine Day candy
Without guilt!!
Here is what the WebMD has to say about chocolate!!!
The Sweet Stuff
Many people see chocolate as a guilty pleasure. How many dieters have felt they've committed a sin upon indulging in the cocoa delight? How many mothers have warned their children against eating too much, lest they get cavities?
There's no doubt chocolate can contribute to weight gain and tooth decay, but now researchers are finding it can do good things for the body as well.
"It seems a component in cocoa -- flavonoids -- can be heart healthful," says Susan Moores, RD, a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association (ADA). She says flavonoids are antioxidants, known to protect against free radicals in the body. Free radicals are suspected of damaging arteries and triggering buildup of plaque (fatty substances) in the wall of blood vessels, which can lead to atherosclerosis.
Antioxidants can also help lower the level of "bad" cholesterol (LDL), and increase the amount of "good" cholesterol (HDL). This antioxidant effect is apparently greater in dark chocolate, because it has more cocoa beans, a natural source of flavonoids.
The flavonoids in dark chocolate may also improve the health of the endothelium (the lining in arteries and veins), says Joe Vinson, professor of chemistry at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania.
In one study, he says people with one risk factor for heart disease (i.e. high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high triglycerides) drank a single 6-ounce glass of cocoa, rich in flavonoids. From that one drink, researchers reportedly found a significant improvement in the flexibility of the arteries.
Studies can be misleading, though, says Vinson, as researchers typically give subjects high doses of cocoa. "We don't know if lower doses work," he says.
In the same vein, health experts warn against eating too much chocolate as it is usually packed with calories and saturated fat.
If you indulge yourself or a loved one in the cocoa treat, eat a small amount. Cynthia Sass, RD, spokeswoman for the ADA, recommends buying more expensive chocolate, but less of it. "With rich chocolate, it doesn't take much to be satisfied," she says, noting that people who take time to savor, and let the candy melt in their mouth, tend to be more content with smaller servings.
I say you only have Valentines Day once a year, eat up!!!!
Here is what the WebMD has to say about chocolate!!!
The Sweet Stuff
Many people see chocolate as a guilty pleasure. How many dieters have felt they've committed a sin upon indulging in the cocoa delight? How many mothers have warned their children against eating too much, lest they get cavities?
There's no doubt chocolate can contribute to weight gain and tooth decay, but now researchers are finding it can do good things for the body as well.
"It seems a component in cocoa -- flavonoids -- can be heart healthful," says Susan Moores, RD, a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association (ADA). She says flavonoids are antioxidants, known to protect against free radicals in the body. Free radicals are suspected of damaging arteries and triggering buildup of plaque (fatty substances) in the wall of blood vessels, which can lead to atherosclerosis.
Antioxidants can also help lower the level of "bad" cholesterol (LDL), and increase the amount of "good" cholesterol (HDL). This antioxidant effect is apparently greater in dark chocolate, because it has more cocoa beans, a natural source of flavonoids.
The flavonoids in dark chocolate may also improve the health of the endothelium (the lining in arteries and veins), says Joe Vinson, professor of chemistry at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania.
In one study, he says people with one risk factor for heart disease (i.e. high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high triglycerides) drank a single 6-ounce glass of cocoa, rich in flavonoids. From that one drink, researchers reportedly found a significant improvement in the flexibility of the arteries.
Studies can be misleading, though, says Vinson, as researchers typically give subjects high doses of cocoa. "We don't know if lower doses work," he says.
In the same vein, health experts warn against eating too much chocolate as it is usually packed with calories and saturated fat.
If you indulge yourself or a loved one in the cocoa treat, eat a small amount. Cynthia Sass, RD, spokeswoman for the ADA, recommends buying more expensive chocolate, but less of it. "With rich chocolate, it doesn't take much to be satisfied," she says, noting that people who take time to savor, and let the candy melt in their mouth, tend to be more content with smaller servings.
I say you only have Valentines Day once a year, eat up!!!!
Saturday, February 05, 2005
Mold Alert!!
Although there are thousands of kinds of molds, few are toxic. But household molds can trigger allergy symptoms in allergy sufferers. So avoiding mold can help you avoid asthma, congestion, and other allergy-related symptoms. And the best way to avoid mold is to avoid moisture.
Keep the house dry -- don't let water build up anywhere, ventilate damp rooms, wipe shower walls and doors after use.
Don't leave wet clothes in the washing machine where mold can quickly grow.
Wash shower curtains and bathroom tiles regularly with mold-killing products (Melaleuca has some great mold-killing products.
Don't have too many indoor plants -- especially in the bedroom; mold can grow in plant soil.
Fix any leaks or seepage in the house, indoors and out
Put plastic over dirt in crawlspaces and keep them well ventilated.
Use exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathrooms.
Turn off humidifiers if you see condensation on windows.
Use dehumidifiers and air conditioners in basements and other areas of the house where mold tends to grow, especially in hot humid climates.
Clean dehumifiers and humidifiers every week.
On concrete floors, remove carpet and use area rugs that can be lifted and washed, or install a vapor barrier over the concrete.
Mold can actually kill, be sure and check your house.
Keep the house dry -- don't let water build up anywhere, ventilate damp rooms, wipe shower walls and doors after use.
Don't leave wet clothes in the washing machine where mold can quickly grow.
Wash shower curtains and bathroom tiles regularly with mold-killing products (Melaleuca has some great mold-killing products.
Don't have too many indoor plants -- especially in the bedroom; mold can grow in plant soil.
Fix any leaks or seepage in the house, indoors and out
Put plastic over dirt in crawlspaces and keep them well ventilated.
Use exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathrooms.
Turn off humidifiers if you see condensation on windows.
Use dehumidifiers and air conditioners in basements and other areas of the house where mold tends to grow, especially in hot humid climates.
Clean dehumifiers and humidifiers every week.
On concrete floors, remove carpet and use area rugs that can be lifted and washed, or install a vapor barrier over the concrete.
Mold can actually kill, be sure and check your house.
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