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  Sugar is a natural sweetener that’s been enjoyed by people for many centuries. Why has it suddenly become a “forbidden” food? What is so bad about sugar? Cane sugar has been receiving a lot of bad press lately with the natural sweetener being blamed for everything from obesity to an increased risk for lifestyle diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer. Some have gone as far as calling sugar the “new tobacco”, claiming that it’s toxic and addictive. Registered consulting dietician Judith Johnson helps unpack the sugar issue: How much sugar is too much sugar? This depends on your health. If you suffer from insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, fatigue or just have belly fat, then any sugar is too much sugar. Insulin resistance is a condition in which the cells of the body become resistant to the hormone insulin. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditi

Exfoliation is a key part of healthy skincare routine. It’s the process of physically scrubbing the skin surface to remove dead skin cells, leaving the skin silky soft, smooth and supple. Exfoliating give you a healthy glow and help increase circulation to the surface of the skin. Dry Skin is usually caused by buildup of dead cells on the surface of the skin that simply won't fall off.  If you want healthy, glowing and soft skin, exfoliating is a must, but over-exfoliating can leave your skin dry, irritated, and damaged. ?Why Exfoliate: Cleansing, moisturizing, and using sunscreen without exfoliating your skin isn’t as healthy as it could be. As we age, the process of cell regeneration slows down. The body is slower to shed skin cells and generate new ones. Old skin cells start to pile up on the surface of the skin, leaving it looking dull, rough, and dry Tip: Use natural exfoliant as jojoba beads or other exfoliaants can leave particles in your skin that get absorbed into y

Have you treated yourself lately? Most of us would say “no” to that question. Why is it that we don’t treat ourselves? I know myself my treats are few and far between. As I’m writing this I’m asking myself this very question. So, for those of you out there, what’s your excuse for not treating yourself? I find it hard (that’s my excuse) to have any pampering treats within the salon. When we do have time to have a facial or pedicure (my favourite) something usually happens… just as you’re about to change into a gown and lay down for your facial or you put your feet in the lovely, warm bubbles of the spa bath… and then in walks a client or the phone rings or the salon gets very busy. I try to think positive “I know I’m going to have my pedicure today” but sometimes it just doesn’t happen. You’re thinking “why don’t you do it after hours”, well the only way I can make you understand how we feel is, would you like to do more work after you finish wo

  Environmental factors from air pollution, garbage collection, water, fumes, late nights, stress can cause damages to the skin. Some of these factors cannot be avoided, but you can take steps to protect your skin from premature aging, acne and wrinkles by creating a healthy skincare routine that works for you and your lifestyle Did you know?

• Skin type? Based on the different skin types, do you know if you have oily, dry, sensitive, combination or normal skin type?
• What products work best for your skin type?
• Exfoliating the skin helps remove dead skin cells and promote blood circulation and cell regrowth?
• Your skin protects your vital organs from infection, wind and other environmental problems?

Who doesn’t want a clear, beautiful and healthy glow? Some people are born with a glowing skin why the rest of us have to follow a good skincare routine to take proper care of the skin. &

It’s never too late to get a more youthful and healthy glow! All you need to do is follow these basic steps for 30 days, and you should see the results you want! In order to be successful, you have to be diligent, disciplined and above all, healthy. Are you ready to take the 30-day challenge? Here are the 7 steps you need to follow: Step 1: Drink more water This is the most important of all beauty tips for younger looking skin. Water makes up to around 65% of your body, and depriving yourself of it is a big no no to fabulous skin. Keep your skin hydrated and carry a bottle of water wherever you go. Try not to deprive your skin of water. Step 2: Start eating better What you eat reflects on the outside. Start eating skin loving foods packed with nutrients, antioxidants and vitamins for glowing skin. Make proteins + omega-3s your skin’s best friends. Sugar= Bad for your skin! It can be hard to eat healthy, but it’s the first step to h

 

1. Vitamin E tocopherol) – is a fat soluble vitamin that is present in the skin. Vitamin E helps the skin look soft, smooth and younger by boosting the production of collagen and help slow down premature aging. Vitamin E occurs in both natural and synthetic forms.
2. Resveratrol - is an antioxidant that is commonly found in red wine, berries, grapes and fruits. Resveratrol helps protect the skin against sun damages, has anti-inflammatory properties and help in collagen production to prevent premature aging.
3. Vitamin C – is a powerful antioxidant that help

Vitamin C Vitamin C (listed as ascorbic acid, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, amonh others) is a potent antioxidant that works particularly well for treating wrinkles, dullness, and brown spots. This well-researched water-soluble vitamin is considered an anti-aging super

Morning Rituals are the secret to productivity, working more effectively and finding inner peace. These are set of actions that you perform in a sequence in order to get ready for the day. How you start your day can make or break you. Starting your day on a positive note can set you up for a good day. For many people, especially working moms, morning is a challenging time.   In my situation, working in Corporate America as a Programmer/Senior Business Analyst/Project Manager, YES a lot of titles, 3 school age kids that are VERY PICKY eaters, it was very tough getting up in the morning to prepare for the day. One way l was able to conquer this challenge was by starting a morning ritual to help me face the day with enthusiasm. Having a morning ritual, can help you reduce stress by saving your beautiful mental energy for bigger, brighter things. Do you have a morning ritual, or a morning routine? For 5 years now, I do the same thing every day at

  Are you feeling your skin doesn’t have that healthy, youthful grow about it anymore? Does your skin look sallow or tired? How do you feel in the morning when you look in the mirror? Understanding your skin is the most important

• Do you drink water? • Are you protecting it? • Are you hydrating it?

There’s 3 simple ways to get your skin glowing in no time. You need to be  prepared to move forward with your thinking. Stop sitting on the bench and wishing for glowing skin, sitting thinking about isn’t going to get you what you want. Actions speak louder than words, start doing. It’s easier than you think I believe everyone can do this and it is a lot easier to implement if you want your skin glowing in no time.

1. Drink plenty of water – This will hydrate you from the inside out; remember our body is 60-70% fluid it needs replenishing, give it a big drink.
2. Moisturize – I cannot say this enough mo

  The key to healthy, beautiful facial skin is proper cleansing to remove oil, dirt, makeup, dead surface cells and other impurities that come to rest on and under the skin. Should be cleansed at least two times a day – in the morning and in the evening. Cleansers We know that the cleaners are essential part of our basic skin-care routine. The cleansers leave the skin feeling clean, smooth and non-oily. They wash off the makeup, the dirt and the oil, leaving the skin dry and tight. You should use cleanser with warm water and rinse thoroughly. The main purpose of the cleanser is to gently clean the skin. Nowadays there are cleaners for every skin type, from normal to oily. If is very oily you should use a stronger, more drying cleanser. Once you have found a cleanser that’s the proper Ph start using it in the morning and especially at night to remove the dirt. Once you cleansed your face you should begin the next step – tone.

Your skin’s natural oils are very important for healthy skin, but too much oil is also not a good thing as it can cause acne to form even in adults. 3 main causes of excess oil on the face includes:

1. Stress – When you are under stress and too much pressure, your body produces androgen hormones which can lead to more oil production. Practice meditation to help deal with stress.
2. Over cleansing or exfoliation – It’s a good skincare practice to cleanse and exfoliate your skin. But when you overdo it, your skin will react by producing more oil. Cleanse your face in the morning and at night before bed to remove dirt and bacteria. It is advisable to exfoliate 1-2 times a week.
3. Too much makeup – Using too much makeup will clog up your pores and cause your skin to produce more oil. Try to use less makeup and never sleep with makeup on

If your skin is producing too much oil on the face, here are 7 skincare tips to help keep it under c