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Holistic Healing

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I would consider myself a traditionalist when it comes to health and beauty. I’m quick to go to Bartell’s to meander their aisles for products and have no problem with a prescription or two when needed. But after 10 years of using the same stuff over and over again, I’m not seeing the results I’d like.

I’m not sure if this has to do with my age or with my face/hair/extremities getting used to what I currently use…..either way, I’ve starting looking into more holistic options in hopes that they might be able to keep me youthful, sharp and healthy šŸ™‚ A girl can only dream, right?

Here are a few things I’ve picked up recently based on research I’ve found. Obviously, there are many opinions out there so find what works for you. *Note: I am not a professional or expert in regards to any of this. What works for me, may or may not work for you.*

Apple Cider Vinegar
A common folk remedy that seems to be the cure all for just about anything. Not sure exactly what I want to get from drinking this, but I wanted to give it a try for a few weeks. I’ve been mixing 2 t. vinegar with 1 T. organic honey, 1/4 packet of apple cider mix and hot water for my morning beverage. I’ve also heard mixing it in oj works too. I’d like to find a way to not to have to incorporate sugar with it, but I figure baby steps are better than no steps at all.

Tea Tree Oil

This is probably TMI, but I have had tinea versicolor, which is a superficial fungus in my underarms and chest area. I’ve had it for many, many years and no prescription from my dermatologist has seemed to fix it. It’s not contagious and it really doesn’t bother me, but it just ain’t pretty darn it! I’m hoping this oil mixed with olive oil will help clear it up for good.

Eucalyptus Aromatherapy
I’m a naturally a sleepy person – I seem to always run on a semi permanent level of tiredness to which no amount of coffee or exercise can fix. To keep my energy levels up at work, I’ve started spritzing eucalyptus around my office and so far, it does seem to perk me up a bit. Plus, it makes my office smell like a spa šŸ™‚

Organic Coconut Oil
The BF has been sick this week and I found a recipe on Pinterest for GOOT, which is suppose to be a home cold remedy that includes garlic, coconut oil and olive oil that are all blended together and slathered onto the bottoms of your feet. This sounds nuts, but I’m very curious to see if it’ll work. I’ve also read a ton of other health benefits of coconut oil so it’ll be good to have on hand for future uses. *Note: I caught his nastiness over the weekend and did apply GOOT twice and I swear it helped. I feel a million times better.

Spirulina

Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids, antioxidants that can help protect cells from damage. It also makes your smoothies turn a wicked green color if you use the powder form like I do! With all of the hype about dark green veggies, this seems right on board with that train of thought.
Chia Seeds
Rich in omega 3 fatty acids and fiber, these seeds have also been a new addition to my morning smoothie. At first I found it weird to be eating what are found on those Chia Head thingys, but I’m over that now. So far, I’ve noticed that they do seem to keep me fuller longer, which is a good start. And let’s just say, I’m um, feeling more ‘regular.’ TMI! I know, I know!
Are there any holistic remedies or supplements that you’ve found to work well? Are they all hype or is there actually more to them?
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Follow ‘Em Friday

Here is my top 3 fav sites that tickled my fancy this week on ze internetz. Check ’em out!

The Every Girl is one of my new go to sites for entertainment and ideas. It covers everything from fashion to finances. Diggin’ this indoor workout idea for evenings when I don’t want to leave my cozy condo and I can always appreciate recipes for one drink, three ways. Be sure to check out their blog too.

The Pioneer Woman’s Thanksgiving recipe round up – I think I pinned half these already and can’t wait for gobble leftovers so I can make this, this and this.

This gal’s style is so fab and chic From my Grey Desk that it’s inspired me to cut down my wardrobe AND buy this skirt. I know, I know….I’m way late on the Madewell train….

Hope you all have a fierce weekend! I’ll be getting up at 4am tomorrow to hit up the Goodwill Glitter Sale with my nutty, shopaholic gal pals. Hoping to score some great deals! Pics to come…..

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My weekend in review.

Once again, our weekend came and went – though the extra hour on Sunday was a nice little bonus! I’m on this new breakfast smoothie kick with my fav one being frozen mango, banana, pear, spinach, orange juice, chia seeds and spirulina. For those of you not in the know, spriulina is microscopic coiled blue-green algae that is suppose to be way good for you. I’m giving it a shot for a few weeks, we’ll see if it makes a difference…..regardless, I really dig the color – anything that green can’t be bad for you! Spinach is also a new add and I tell ya, I was a bit wary at first. But once it’s all blended up, you don’t even know it’s there.  
My sis and I also made a trek down to Olympia to see my Grandma who is going in for knee surgery this week. We brought her lunch and began work on this 2,000 piece monster of a puzzle. Man, I can get down on a puzzle – it makes my brain feel real nice like. We even did a little puzzle exchange and I’ve got a lovely 1,000 piece one ready to go at home. It’s a bit of an addiction, but a good one.
 And I had to throw in a pic of Miss Stella, whose doing WAY WAY better. She’s energized, she’s eating well, she’s annoying….she’s back to normal! I can’t believe I’ve got my puppy back šŸ™‚ She’s also got her holiday photo shoot coming up with my fav pet photographer Jen Hutter. Can’t wait to get her all dolled up!
I hope you had a relaxing/fun/lazy/exciting/productive weekend!
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Currently.

Loving: Wearing black from head to toe. Black used to be my go to wardrobe color (like most gals) and I tried very hard to get away from it for many years. Jewel tones were embraced, earth tones began to make an appearance and OMG even neons snuck their way into my closet! But alas, I’ve come full circle and black is back my friends. Head to toe, gloriously slimming black.

Reading: After reading Wild by Cheryl Strayed, about her experience hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, I was still feeling the trail love/adventure and thought I would give Hiking Through by Paul Stutzman, a shot since it was about the PCT’s sister trek the Appalachian Trail. Unfortunately, this book had far too many religious references and too little trail descriptors so I quickly thumbed through it, trying to salvage my read by finding the more interesting parts. I would like to eventually find a good book about this trail so any suggestions are welcome!

Watching: NFL, but not by choice. We are a one TV household and it seems like it’s been taken over by football, which will soon be taken over by basketball, which will run through next spring. Arg. This gal is not a sports fan and navigating through the gauntlet of games leaves a girl agitated. We’ve put in place a series of household rules to try and quell my viewing frustration, but it seems like the only permanent solution would be to get a second TV.

Thinking about: Christmas. I know, I know. It’s like I’ve skipped over fall and headed straight into winter! Fall is great and all, but there are only so many pumpkin spice lattes a girl can drink before her pants start fitting a bit too snug. I’m devising a new budgeting plan for the holiday season – ie. I make a budget and stick to it for once.

Surprised by: How little I’ve been to the gym lately. I know it’s good for me and I know I feel way better after going but I just. can’t. seem. to. get. my. butt. in. gear. I’m toying with the idea of lunchtime workouts to get myself out of the office because once I spend the evening commuting home, cooking dinner and walking the dog, I’m spent. I think there are enough yoga/pilates studios around my neck of the woods to pull the ‘first time student’ class discounts to last me a few months.

Making me sad: Waking up to darkness and coming home to darkness which leads to shorter, unexciting sidewalk walks with my pup Stella vs. fun, woodsy walks which I know she prefers. I love to see her frolic and sniff around off leash and there’s far less of that during these colder months. I hate walking in the rain (so does she) and it’s scary to walk alone in the dark even though my neighborhood is plenty safe. I’m hoping daylight savings might help give me a bit of help on this one.

Making me happy: Clamming tides are posted and we’ve tentatively set a date to go in mid-November. Clamming is my #1 fav activity and it’s become a big event that friends and family look forward to every year. We usually rent a house by the beach, bring plenty of yummy food and spend the weekend diggin’ clams and drinking a bit too much.

**this blog post was inspired by http://sometimessweet.com/ – check her out!

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