Fab Friday Tip #1

Healthy: If your a soda drinker, then cut down on your soda intake. That means substitute at least a drink with another healthier option such as water, orange juice, milk, or tea. The point here to is to cut down your "empty calorie" intake that consist of water (carbonated), a sweetener, and a flavoring agent. Here is a fun fact, the consumption of sugar-sweetened soft drinks usually leads to weight gain, type 2 diabetes, cavities, and low nutrient levels. So if you're trying to get healthier this year, ditch the soda and opt for a better option.

Happy: Want to instantly boost your mood, and feel happier? Listen to you favorite song! If you don't have a favorite song then listen to the kind of music you like. By doing this you'll feel re-energized and motivated. Here is a song suggestion, Climb by Miley Cyrus. Really listen to the lyrics of this song, it will help you feel focused.

Positivity: Here is a simple way to make love go around, compliment someone. A simple compliment can do wonders for a person's self esteem. Not only will you make their day a little brighter, but you'll also feel satisfied for making someone else feel a little more special than usual.

A new year a new YOU

I've been thinking for quite some time now what I want my New Year Resolutions to be, and not much is coming to my mind. However, there is this one thing, to make conscious decisions about everything I do. The reason for this is because sometimes when we look back, we may ponder how we got from point A to point B and for the most part we don't even remember the process. I don't want to be lost in translation, confused, or not fully aware of the events that happen in my day to day living. I figured the process of doing this would be fairly simple. It all begins with thought process, and taking control of what I think. Now, I won't be sitting and monitoring every thought that comes through my mind, but I can choose which ones to pay attention to and which ones to disregard. I think this is what they call conscious thinking. By doing this I will be able to make conscious decisions. Foremost would be food, my daily intake. Second, my reaction to every action. Thirdly, what I can offer to a person/situation. I have simplified where I would like to see the changes into categories that essentially make up my life. By thinking consciously, taking initiative, and following through I will ultimately be able to live a more satisfied life. What are some of your New Year Resolutions?

Detox Recipe

Jillian Michael's Detox Water:

1. Use 64 ounces of distilled or tap water

2. Add 4 tablespoons of lemon juice (preferably fresh)

3. 2 tablespoons of pure 100% cranberry juice (its also great for your kidneys)

4. Add two Dandelion root tea 

Do this for about a week.

Remember your water intake should be varied throughout the day. Drinking large amounts of water in one go can lead to water intoxication, which will result in flushing out necessary electrolytes.

*Try to drink 64 ounces = 2 Liters (half gallon) of water daily regardless if you use this recipe or not.
Benefits of drinking water? Read my post below.