background preloader

Health/Diets/Cooking

Facebook Twitter

BODYROCK.tv | Fitness Advice, Workout Videos, Health & Fitness | Bodyrock.tv. Karl Taylor's FREE Photography Course by Karl Taylor. Karl Taylor is passionate about bringing you inspirational photography tips and the very best “no nonsense” photography education and training available. Karl has been a professional photographer for more than 15 years.

His work is published internationally and he regularly works for some of the world’s leading companies. Karl became involved in the photography training market several years ago after hosting lectures in photography and finding he had a knack for explaining the subject in an entertaining and understandable way. Since then Karl has become very passionate about his Masterclass Training Series and is keen to demonstrate professional but achievable photography techniques in the simplest way possible. As well as presenting and shooting he writes the scripts, formulates the ideas and formats the programmes and training.

Outside of work Karl is happily married to Hélène and they have two young children. Profiles. Cravings1.jpg from freeformfitness.ca - StumbleUpon. PODRUNNER™: Workout Music by Wizzard Media. Instructables - Make, How To, and DIY. Jello shots without the trash. Ingredients: Strawberries (the biggest ones you can find) Strawberry jelly powder Creme de cacao Vodka Chocolate chips (optional) Wash the strawberries and pick out the nicest ones. You will need about 3 boxes worth of strawberries for 2 cups of jello. Cut off the bottoms so the strawberries can stand up but be careful to not make holes for the jello to leak out.

For chocolate dipped strawberries, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave on low heat and then dip each strawberry in the melted chocolate. Mix 1 cup of boiling water and the jelly powder. 125 Best Packaged Foods for Women. Homemade Irish Cream Liqueur. Here is another really yummy treat, Homemade Irish Cream Liqueur! I love it added to a cup of coffee! Irish Cream Liqueur from Bon Appetit 1 – 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk 1 cup Irish whiskey 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon instant coffee crystals 1 cup whipping cream 1 tablespoon canned sweetened cream of coconut (such as Coco Lopez Cream of Coconut ) My can was solid at the top, so I placed about 2 inches of water in a skillet and heated until the cream of coconut was liquid) Combine first 5 ingredients in blender; blend until coffee crystals dissolve, about 1 minute.

You can pour chilled mixture over ice cubes, pour over chocolate or coffee ice cream too. I used 8oz tall skinny bottles from Germany (sorry). You could dress the bottles up even more with a hand painted bottle stopper! Don’t forget to check out other handmade gift ideas. Enjoy! Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day. And I’m not even kidding! Easiest. Recipe. Ever! Thanks to my sweet brother, Ramon, who recently came for a visit, I’ve finally learned to make this delicious recipe for homemade Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a Day by Jeff Hertzberg and Zoë François. If you’ve been intimidated to make homemade bread, your store bought days are over.

I cannot tell you how easy it is to make this bread… so I’ll show you! Yeast is one ingredient I still don’t quite understand and this recipe allows for you to just dump it in with the rest of the ingredients. Recipe for Homemade Artisan Bread makes 3 loaves 3 cups lukewarm water1 1/2 tablespoons granulated yeast1 1/2 tablespoons kosher or other course salt6 1/2 cups unbleached all purpose flourcornmeal for pizza peel (optional) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Now slice and add lots of butter or strawberry jam. Thanks to my brother, Ramon, for taking the time to teach me. Greek 7 Layer Dip Recipe. So it’s been forever since I posted a recipe! Part of that has been the holidays – it was a crazy crafting whirlwind. :) The other part was a couple of commenter’s letting me know they weren’t as fond of those posts.

And I let that get to me just a bit. But one of the goals I set for myself and Flamingo Toes this year was to be more “real” with you guys. And the real thing is – I love to cook. If you do enjoy the recipes – I have one of our new favorites to share with you!! It’s a Greek Seven Layer Dip! Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon salt 1 pkg hummus (I think it was 8 oz) 1/2 English or seedless cucumber 2 Roma Tomatoes 1/2 cup Kalamata olives 1/2 red onion 4 oz pkg feta cheese 1 container of Greek dipping sauce/Tzatziki sauce 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh oregano Directions: Begin by browning your ground turkey. While turkey is browning, chop your onions. After you chop your onions, chop up your cucumbers, tomatoes, and olives. Ok. Recipe: Homemade ranch dressing and dip. Tell me if this has ever happened to you. You find a bottle of salad dressing on the door of your refrigerator. You look at the date.

Its “best by” date was three months ago. You sniff it. I’m sure I’m not the only one that has ever done that. For my family Christmas tree trimming party over the weekend, I decided that the old bottle of Ranch dressing in the refrigerator needed to go. Here is the recipe that I used. Ingredients ½ c mayonnaise½ c sour cream½ c buttermilk1 tbsp fresh, finely chopped parsley¾ tsp dried dill weed½ tsp dried chives¼ tsp garlic powder¼ tsp onion powder1/8 tsp salt1/8 tsp ground black pepper Directions Combine all ingredients and allow to sit in the refrigerator for at least four hours for the flavors to mingle and the dip to thicken a bit. My notes If you’re looking for a thicker dip, try increasing the mayo to ¾ cup and decreasing the buttermilk to ¼ cup.Next time I make this, I want to use fresh chives.

E A R T H . C L I N I C - Folk Remedies and Holistic Cures. 7 Natural Energy Boosters. Do you muster every ounce of energy you have just to lift your limbs out of bed, experience a daily afternoon crash that only lifts with a caffeine boost, or feel a general sense of fatigue throughout the day? According to research, you are not alone. Fatigue is the second most common complaint to doctors in North America. Unfortunately, many people turn to caffeine to boost their energy levels. That approach provides short-lived energy at best. At worst, it may cause damage to your body in the form of caffeine addiction, blood sugar fluctuations and adrenal gland depletion that makes you more vulnerable to stress. Nature offers many energy-enhancers. 1. Bee pollen is packed with 22 amino acids, natural antibiotic factors, DNA/RNA (the genetic coding of plants), 18 enzymes (to aid digestion and other bodily functions), glucosides (natural sources of energy in the body), plant hormones, 27 minerals and at least 16 vitamins, it is no surprise that it increases energy and vitality. 2.

Hair Products Recipes - Make Your Own Homemade Natural & Organic Hair Care Products. Recipes for shampoo, conditioner, hair treatments and haircolor you can make using essential oils and ingredients found in your own kitchen and garden are included within this comprehensive guide. Making your own hair care products allows you complete control over what goes into them, and ensures that you have the purest and freshest products possible. We have included helpful links to just about all the harder-to-find organic ingredients you need to make the products below. We also maintain a curated library of great how-to books, where you'll find a wealth of resources regarding natural hair care.

To explore our recipe collection of DIY hair products simply click any link in the list below and you will move to the corresponding product. Each recipe is color-coded by category for easy navigation. All-Natural Ant Repellent. Home Home and Auto Pests Ants All-Natural Ant Repellent The Problem: Ants It's that time of year again. Diatomaceous Earth Diatomaceous Earth! This stuff is wonderful and it's safe. Ground Cinnamon I, too, had a problem with ants when I moved into another house. Catnip I was investigating herb companions for my garden and came across this tidbit. Borax and Syrup Try a mix of borax (borateem - in the laundry section) and syrup. Insectidical Soap I like "Safer" Insecitical Soap .

Glue Boards You can buy glue boards that can be slipped under the stove or furniture. Mark Entrance "Closed" The only thing that helped the few times that I had an ant problem was finding out where they were getting in, and nine times out of ten it was a tree branch touching the roof of the house.

Spearmint The best solution that I can offer you for ants of any kind is to build a border around your house of spearmint plants. All-Natural Mix Boric Acid Dispenser In response to the person with an 'ant' problem. Try mixing this up. Best-Ever Natural Dandruff Treatment Formula. Many conventional dandruff shampoos contain immunotoxicants and neurotoxicants like selenium sulfide, which, if swallowed, can cause vital organs to degenerate.

Dandruff shampoos also often contain carcinogenic PVPs and formaldehyde. Much better to make this splendid formula with apple cider vinegar to balance the pH of your scalp, cornmeal to gently exfoliate the dry flakes, and an emollient to soothe and nourish your skin. Easy to make, all natural, and really effective! 1/2 cup grapeseed oil 2 tablespoons cornmeal 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 plastic bag that will fit over your hair. Makes 1 or 2 treatments, depending on hair length and thickness. To Make: 1. 2. To Use: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Adapted from The Herbal Home Spa, by Greta Breedlove (Storey Books, 1998). Homemade Shampoo Recipe - Chamomile Fields Shampoo Recipe - Hair. IQ in childhood and vegetarianism in adulthood: 19... [BMJ. 2007] - PubMed... - StumbleUpon. Mexican Hot Chocolate Cupcakes with Cinnamon Butter Cream Frosting | Reader's Digest - StumbleUpon.

Top 10 Brain Food That Will Boost Your Intelligence. | Gege Blog. Top 10 Food That Will Make You More Energetic and Active | Gege Blog. The 29 Healthiest Foods on the Planet | Belly Bytes. The following is a "healthy food hot list" consisting of the 29 food that will give you the biggest nutritional bang for you caloric buck, as well as decrease your risk for deadly illnesses like cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Along with each description is a suggestion as to how to incorporate these power-foods into your diet. Fruits 01. Apricots The Power: Beta-carotene, which helps prevent free-radical damage and protect the eyes. The body also turns beta-carotene into vitamin A, which may help ward off some cancers, especially of the skin. 02. The Power: Oleic acid, an unsaturated fat that helps lower overall cholesterol and raise levels of HDL, plus a good dose of fiber. 03.

The Power: Ellagic acid, which helps stall cancer-cell growth. 04. The Power: Stop aging, live longer and keep your mind sharp with blueberries. 05. 06. The Power: Helps fight bladder infections by preventing harmful bacteria from growing. 07. 08. 09. 10. Vegetables 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 18 foods that fight common ailments | MNN - Mother Nature Network - StumbleUpon. Cheese Why it's good: Studies have found that women with PMS have lower levels of calcium around ovulation than women who don't experience PMS symptoms, so amping up your intake of cheese and other dairy products is worth a shot if you're prone to cramps and mood swings.

Eat Up! Make sure you're getting at least the recommended amount of calcium daily—experts say only 10% of us are getting it through diet alone! Women under 50 need 1,000 mg; if you're 50 or over, 1,200 mg. Aim for three servings of calcium rich foods like cheese and yogurt daily; women over 50 should tack on a fourth serving.

If you don't think that's possible, talk to your doctor about taking a calcium supplement. Pineapple Why it's good: This fruit has three things going for it. Eat Up! Almonds Why they're good: Almonds are an excellent source of magnesium, another mineral that may provide some PMS relief. Eat Up! 30 Minutes to a Sleek Physique: The No-Equipment Workout You Can Do Anywhere. 10 Habits That Make You Fat. If losing weight were easy, no one would be overweight. Unfortunately, the facts are indisputable: A chili-cheese omelet is more delicious than an egg-white omelet, French fries taste better than side salads and chicken is yummier when battered and fried.

On the other hand, being a healthy weight feels better than being overweight. And a healthy weight is a lot easier to accomplish when the right choices become second nature. In other words, weight-loss goals are more achievable when healthy choices turn into healthy habits. Write down everything that goes in your mouth. Boy Scouts and healthy eaters have the same motto: Be prepared. Preparation also means knowing your cravings and having healthy alternatives on hand to curb them, says Molly Kimball, a nutrition writer and registered dietitian in New Orleans.

Drinking the right amount of water promotes overall health, from skin, bones and joints to the digestive system, memory and brain function. So how much water is the right amount? New Food Rules: What's OK to Eat. Shutterstock Heidi's Klum's catchphrase—"One day you're in, and the next day you're out"—applies as much to food as it does fashion.

Over the years, we've all had favorite eats hit the healthy-food blacklist, but thankfully, some of them are making a return. In fact, recent research has not only redeemed once-taboo foods such as steak, eggs (yolks included), and peanut butter but also found that when eaten in moderation, some of them may actually help you conquer the scale. Eggs Then: Yolks were considered tiny cholesterol bombs. Now: Numerous studies, including one in a 2011 issue of the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, have debunked the link between eggs and heart disease. "Because you feel full, you're less likely to overeat later on," says Nikhil V. Bring it back: A hardboiled egg makes a great snack with staying power—and has only around 70 calories. Bananas Then: Higher in calories than most fruits, bananas were considered carbs that packed on pounds. Coconut Oil Red Meat. Food Cravings? Here Is What Your Body Really Wants~ - StumbleUpon.

DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte. The World's Healthiest Foods. What Do 300 Calorie Meals Look Like? 38 Delicious Low Calorie Meals And Snacks. 5 Simple Veggie Dinner Ideas | SweetOnVeg.com - StumbleUpon. Finding Vegan | Vegan food photos - Vegan Recipes - Vegan Products - StumbleUpon.

Zucchini Noodles with Pesto | - StumbleUpon. Almonds vs. hard boiled egg - Which is healthier? - StumbleUpon. The Fresh 20. A Butt Exercise Worth Doing. The Bridge Burner Workout Addition. | The Healthy PUSH.