Why you still get breakouts?

Always wondered why you still get pimples and skin problems even after your teenage years? I have always wondered this also, as there so many different myths out there. So I did some research and here is some facts. Adult acne is caused by the same things that cause teen acne: excess skin oil and bacteria. Any changes in hormones, including those brought on by pregnancy and menstruation, can trigger excess oil. Women who smoke also seem to be more prone to acne. Acne tends to run in families, so if a parent…

Do you have Anxiety – What to do about it?

It is becoming more and more common in todays society for people to experience a high level of Anxiety in their day to day lives. In particular the pressures placed on New mothers these days has resulted in a dramatic spike in new mums experiencing Anxiety and Post Natal Depression. So heres some facts and what you can do about: Generalized Anxiety Disorder It’s natural to worry during stressful times. But some people feel tense and anxious day after day, even when there is little to worry about. When this lasts for six…

Combat Tiredness Naturally

Many of you have teething babies at the moment or babies that just won’t sleep!! With more and more of us getting less and less sleep, it’s tempting to reach for a Red Bull or an espresso when we feel sleepy. But consuming caffeine to combat sleepiness can lead to a vicious cycle. The caffeine jolt that helps you stay awake can take up to eight hours to properly wear off. Caffeine can also reduce your sleep time, alter the normal stages of sleep, and decrease the quality of your sleep. How can…

Eat to Boost your Energy and mood

Can Food Boost Energy and Mood? Though it’s too soon to say, “An apple a day keeps the doldrums away,” researchers are studying the links between what we eat and how we feel. There is evidence that changing your diet can change your metabolism and brain chemistry, ultimately affecting your energy level and mood. Getting Started Foods can boost energy by supplying calories, by pushing your body to burn calories more efficiently, and, in some cases, by delivering caffeine. For a better mood, the best foods are those that help keep your blood sugar…

Healthy portable snacks

One of the tricks to living a healthy lifestyle is being organised with healthy portable snacks so you don’t end u snacking on the bad foods life throws in our faces everyday!! Heres a list of Healthy portable snacks if you are struggling for Ideas. 1. Frozen Yogurt Pops To handle the hunger of a play date, plan ahead with frozen yogurt-fruit pops. In a blender, mix seasonal berries with low-fat yogurt and a little milk. Pour the mixture into ice pop mold trays and freeze. Fresh from the freezer, hand out to…