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Are the Holidays Stealing Your Energy? – Updated Blog

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 13, 2022 2:18 pm

Lost your sparkle?  Are the holidays making you feel beaten down, stressed out and like climbing the walls all at the same time? If you recognize yourself here, we’ve got news: Christmas is stealing your energy and it needs fixing fast!

Are the holidays stealing your energy

Partied Too Hearty?

It’s easy to run out of energy over the holidays. Two COVID Christmasses mean that this one feels bigger and more meaningful than usual for many people. A longer list of social engagements than would normally be sensible, Christmas parties (remember those?), excited kids everywhere, rich food and maybe a few more beers or glasses of wine than you usually drink. All of this ends up being paid for – in energy!

Socializing, partying and all …

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Running Out of Time for Last Minute Gifts? – Blog Updated for 2022

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 2, 2022 4:26 pm

Ha. For a minute there you glanced at the calendar and thought that there were only a handful of shopping days left until Christmas, right?

 

Running Out of Time for Last Minute Gifts

 

Oh wait. What?

Yep, Christmas Day is pretty much upon us and that means if you haven’t finished gift shopping yet, then you probably enjoy living on the edge a little. If you haven’t noticed, the bells are jingling; the lights are twinkling and the window for grabbing those fabulous gifts you still haven’t bought yet is closing fast.

But hey. Just because you waited until the last minute to find the perfect presents for everyone on your list does not mean that the quality of your gift-giving has to suffer.

How? …

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How To Manage Your Holiday Stress

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 29, 2022 2:32 pm

Holiday stress already upon you?

Wondering how you’re going to juggle all those balls, cook all that food and buy all those gifts? Shopped ‘til you dropped? Can’t stand the heat in your own kitchen? Can’t remember the last time you sat down, never mind relaxed?

We’re here for you. Take 5 and read our guide to crushing your Holiday Stress before it crushes YOU.

 

How To Manage Your Holiday Stress

 

1. Delegate & Accept Imperfection

Forget about whether someone is going to do things the right way; the way you’d do it, or ever vaguely competently – just hand over whatever jobs or chores you can. No one has ever died from a badly arranged bunch of flowers, or slightly crumpled laundry. …

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How to Prevent the #1 Holiday Pitfall

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On December 20, 2021 2:00 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back again to share some tips to avoid the #1 holiday pitfall.  Dr. Lori is the best-selling author of books such as The Ketogenic Key, Fire Up Your Fat Burn and Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting.  Dr. Lori is a certified nutritional consultant and weight loss expert who spreads awareness of the negative effects of inflammation.  

 

How to Prevent the 1 Holiday Pitfall

 

Sugar is everywhere – particularly during the holidays, beginning with Halloween, through Thanksgiving, and long after Christmas,  so it is no surprise that people are not feeling their best or feel simply rotten.

Sugar’s effects are very real and there is a reason for this: sugar is inflammatory. With an excessive intake, the body goes on …

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50 Gift Ideas for Women

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 8, 2021 2:05 pm

So, you need look no further for the 50 best gift ideas for the men in your life, but what about the women?

While women are traditionally seen as being easier to buy gifts for, sometimes there’s almost too much out there, and it can feel like a tyranny of choice.

We cut through the white noise of holiday gifting to bring you the 50 BEST gift ideas for your female friends, family and loved ones!

 

50 Gift Ideas for Women

 

1. Snuggling down with a mug of hot chocolate is so cozy, and this lovely set makes it even better!

2. Maybe tea or coffee is her favorite beverage? If so, she’ll love choosing between the delights in this fabulous gift box.…

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5 Last Minute Holiday Shopping Success Stories

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 18, 2020 2:45 pm

Worried that you’ll never find that elusive, perfect present for your nearest and dearest? Think that it’s too late to find an amazing gift to hand over on the special day?

Take heart: read these stories of last-minute shopping success and get inspired to finish up your holiday shopping in style!

 

5 Last-Minute Holiday Shopping Success Stories

 

1. “It’s 10 days before Christmas and our twins are 12 weeks old – two little joyful bundles of noise, sleepless nights and gurgling. My wife deserves something special and I want to find something a little more thoughtful than a scented candle. I’m on a budget and running out of time. Finding this beautiful set of a silk pillowcase and silk eyemask was perfect. I’m hoping …

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Tips to Reduce Stress This Holiday Season

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On December 7, 2020 12:00 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back again to share some tips to help conquer holiday stress.  Dr. Lori is the best-selling author of books such as The Ketogenic Key, Fire Up Your Fat Burn and Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting.  Dr. Lori is a certified nutritional consultant and weight loss expert who spreads awareness of the negative effects of inflammation.  Enjoy!!

The holiday season is a time of joy and happiness for many. However, the holiday season often brings unwelcome stress and depression. And it’s no surprise as the holidays often involve cooking meals, shopping, baking, decorating, cleaning and entertaining, to name just a few. Additionally, with the coronavirus in your community, you may be feeling that additional stress.…

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9 Travel Essentials for A Healthy Holiday

Posted by: Rhona Reid On November 27, 2020 12:00 pm

Holidays are a hectic time, especially if you’re trying to figure out the travel essentials to bring with you. With some smart planning – and our handy checklist – you can enjoy a happy, healthy vacation.

 

9 Travel Essentials for a Healthy Holiday

 

Travel Essentials Checklist for the Holidays

1. First Aid Kit

Whether you’re driving or flying, a first aid kit should be on your travel essentials checklist, especially if you’re planning a bunch of outdoor activities or traveling with children.

You can find small kits pre-assembled with bandages, disinfecting wipes, and other items to patch up minor wounds.

If you’re flying, make sure that your travel kit complies with any restrictions, and ensure that larger tubes and bottles, and any sharp implements are …

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Water Ionizers Can Help You Make Healthy Holiday Choices

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 26, 2018 12:29 pm

The holiday season is an indulgent time of year for many of us, but it IS possible to exercise a little restraint and have a great time!

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Holiday Snacking! Now guilt-free!

Throughout the holiday season, you can indulge in those festive favorites without compromising on taste! Once you get into the swing of tweaking what’s on your plate a little, you’ll find that you’re making healthier choices without even thinking about it.

The key to lasting success this holiday season? Being realistic about what healthy choices look like (which include using water ionizers!).

So…go easy on yourself by making these healthy choices for starters:

Sensational Snacks

It would be positively Scrooge-like to suggest that you shouldn’t help yourself to a …

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The Best Valentine’s Gift Ever!

Posted by: Rhona Reid On February 13, 2018 7:00 am

The day of love is almost upon us.  Whether you think it’s a cynical ploy to extract whatever disposable income you have left after the Christmas frenzy or the most romantic thing since Romeo scaled a balcony to compare Juliet’s beauty to the sun; you’ll be hard pushed to avoid it.

Give your Valentine the best gift EVER this year.
Go Hearts or Go Home

Manufacturers and stores seemed locked in an unspoken battle to make as many things as possible heart-shaped.  If you’re marking the day of romance at home, why not pick up a pair of heart-shaped tuna steaks?  They’ll go pretty well with the heart shaped fondant potatoes and heart-shaped chocolate mousse.  The message?  Go hearts or …

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