E-Meals & Deals

Here are a few websites that offer recipes for Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Spray, and Hair Gel that contain harmful chemicals: http://organic.lovetoknow.com/How_to_Make_Organic_Hair_Products http://www.longlocks.com/hair-care-recipes-cookbook.htm#dye5 http://www.pioneerthinking.com/hair.html http://www.kidzworld.com/article/3939-homemade-hair-and-beauty-products

I sat down to read one of my books tonight and what I found was alarming! I knew that there were some harmful chemicals in my Health and Beauty Products, but when I looked up what some of these chemicals were I was beside myself. I am still working on some research, but would like to share what I have found so far with you. The following is a PDF of a printable list of chemicals you should stay away from: http://www.ewg.org/files/EWG_cosmeticsguide.pdf Here is another site that provides a slide show of how these chemicals can affect your health: http://www.slideshare.net/Livingpureorganics/organic-cosmetics-presentation As I do more research I will be adding to this page so be sure to check back often for more information.

I haven't been feeling well since Thanksgiving.  I have been suffering from a stomach bug of some sort and haven't had any relief.  I had it last year (2008) at the same exact time of year 2 months after having my youngest child.  I have been doing lots of research online since then and I believe I may have a Thyroid problem and by the looks of the symptoms many people may have it and not know it.  I am posting a link to the website with a list of symptoms for you to look over, share with loved ones or to take to your Dr.  Many people are not tested for this disease and thrown in the blanket category of IBS, IBD, Crohn's, Ulcerative Colotis, etc without knowing what is really wrong.  Click HERE to see the Top 10 Signs you may have a Thyroid Problem. With this in mind I am also looking for a way to "heal" myself rather than "cover up" the problem.  If this works I will be thrilled!!  By doing this research I have learned a lot about my colon hea...

Here is a website with a built-in symptom checker for men, women and children! http://www.healthcentral.com/symptom-checker/?ic=506039

You will need Gin and a box of golden raisins.  Add raisins to a bowl and pour Gin over top.  Allow the raisins to soak up the Gin; cover and eat 9 per day to help Arthritis pain. Click the following link if you would like to read more: http://www.healthcentral.com/peoplesphar macy/408/19980.html

As the new year has approached I am trying to learn more about vitamins, homeopathy and which foods mix well together to keep you healthy!  As I am doing my research I came across this site: http://www.vitamin-insight.com/basics/daily-intake-chart.aspx and it gives you a chart of recommended vitamins and minerals you should take every day! 

Ingredients: 9 cups Combination of Corn, Rice, and Wheat Chex or Crispix Cereals 1 cup chocolate chips 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup butter 2 teaspoon vanilla  1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 2 1-gallon ziploc bags Directions: Place cereal in a large bowl and set aside. In a medium microwavable bowl, add chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter.  Microwave on High for 1 minute and stir. Microwave 30 seconds longer and stir mixture until smooth.  Stir in vanilla.  Pour sauce over cereal and stir until evenly coated.  Spoon half of the mixture in each 1-gallon resealable ziploc bag.  Add 3/4 cup powdered sugar to each bag, and seal.  Shake the bag until everything is coated.  Spread on waxed/parchment paper to cool.  Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

Do you have a hard time trying to figure out which spices go with which foods?  Well, I came across this website and thought it may be helpful to others who may have some of the same problems as I do!

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Here we are in day 4 of 2010 and many people made their New Year's Resolutions!!  I know many of you may already be in full swing trying to live a healthier lifestyle; whether it be eating better, exercising more, etc.  I am going to see what I can find online (recipes, exercises, and tips) to help keep you motivated!! 

  Ingredients 2 cups white sugar 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 cup corn syrup 1 cup evaporated milk 1 pint heavy whipping cream 1 cup butter 1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract Directions Grease a 12x15 inch pan. In a medium-size pot, combine sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, evaporated milk, whipping cream, and butter. Monitor the heat of the mixture with a candy thermometer while stirring. When the thermometer reaches 250 degrees F (120 degrees C) remove the pot from the heat. Stir in vanilla. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and let the mixture cool completely. When cooled cut the Carmel into small squares and wrap them in wax paper for storage. **You can find the original recipe, tips and tricks at the website posted below** http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Caramels/Detail.aspx

I haven't been feeling well since around Thanksgiving and haven't been online much since then.  I hope that everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! I cannot wait to get started posting again and see how many great meals and deals I can find to share with you!!