Category Archives: Health

Berry Delight

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I LOVE berries! Not only do they taste amazing but they are so good for you!

There are many amazing benefits of berries but to name a few:

Berries help with sun protection – The antioxidants found in berries can protect you from free radicals and premature aging of the skin.

Flavonoid-packed berries, such as blueberries and raspberries may aid in cancer prevention.

Berries are high in fiber ;)

Strawberries:

Fat Burner – The red coloring contains anthocyanins, which stimulate the burning of stored fat. The compound nitrate found in strawberries promotes blood flow and oxygen in our body, that’s a plus for weight loss.

Blueberries:

Heart Health – Blueberries contain high levels of compounds that may help widen arteries, which counters the plaque buildup that generally causes heart attacks.

Blackberries:

Blackberries are high in fiber and helps with digestion and may help lower your cholesterol levels, which fights cardiovascular disease. The vitamin A in blackberries also helps your digestive tract by  maintaining healthy mucous membranes, such as the tissues that line the inside of your mouth. Each cup of raw blackberries provide 308 IU of vitamin A.

A great way to start consuming some this amazingness is to add some to your breakfast.

It is such a good habit to start the day off with fruit.

xo

My Weekend Recap

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{Hiking with my beautiful sister and our hubbies}

You know those weekends where you feel like your on vacation in your own town!?! Well, I had one of those weekends – totally mellow, relaxing, and ahhhh. It feels so good to take a step back and just breathe.

What was your weekend like?

xo

Grapefruit Health Benefits

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I absolutely love grapefruit!

This is one powerful superfood, not only is it high in vitamin C but among SO MANY other benefits this fruit has a fat burning enzyme!

Some of the amazing health benefits:

Breast Cancer: A study found that the bioflavonoids found in grapefruit was discovered to halt cancer cells from spreading in breast cancer patients by getting rid of the excess estrogen found in the body.

Weight Loss: Like I said, this fruit has a fat burning enzyme that can help absorb and reduce the starch and sugar in the body.

Pregnant Women: The bioflavonoids and VIt. C found in grapefruit help to reduce the water weight and swelling

A Cold: Grapefruit can help prevent you from getting sicky with a cold…The vitamins and minerals found in grapefruit give your immune system a boost.

You honestly could write a book on this fruit there are SO many benefits!

xo