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HEALTH BENEFITS OF MANGOS

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I thought this might be of interest to some of my readers. It was on my Facebook today. Kelly Bagnasco has graciously given me permission to repost and share any article that she posts on Facebook.
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Here is a little chart that Kelly Bagnasco posted showing the health benefits of mangos.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF MANGOS

From this chart, I would say that this is a very beneficial fruit. I think I myself will try to start eating it more often. I have only eaten mangoes a few times that I can remember. But I really like it in tea drink mixes. So I can’t imagine that I won’t like eating it by itself.

ACID RE FLUX Smoothie

Acid Reflux Smoothie
Julie Steinbrink

I’VE HAD A GAZILLION REQUEST FOR THIS so here it is. Now save it to your timeline so you don’t loose it.

I don’t have acid re flux anymore. I’ve lost inches off my belly so the pressure is gone. I drank it every afternoon on a normal day but on a bad day I would drink it more. Now, I only drink it when I need too!! But I know many of my friends and family still suffer with it, so this one’s for you!

ACID RE FLUX Smoothie

Ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups diced fresh pineapple (yes you may use frozen if thats all you can get) , 1 banana, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup ice, 1/2 cup pineapple juice or water. Blend to consistency of a smoothie. Drink as much as you need and whenever you like.

You can’t substitute the recipe with other fruits, you may however try flavored yogurt to see how you do with it

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Secret Trick To Butter Popcorn

 

On Facebook today.

DIY- BUTTERED POPCORN STRAW
If you Like Buttered Popcorn…..this is for YOU

Next time you go to the movies, try this little cool tip… Put a straw down the center of your popcorn to get the butter all the way thru, not just on the top. Everything’s betta with butta!

Butter Popcorn Trick

Potato Breakfast Bowls

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I will put this notice on my post from now on, every time that I copy a post from Facebook, so all of my readers will know that this is not my work, but that of someone else. This, like so many of my posts have, came from Facebook. This is from My Fridge Food.com recipes. The Photo by: Gimme Some Oven.

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Breakfast Wrapped in A Potato

http://myfridgefood.com/recipes/breakfast/breakfast-potatoes/

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BREAKFAST POTATOES

Breakfast Potatoes

Photo by: Gimme Some Oven

Description

Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Hashbrown Bomb!

Details

Cooking Time: 30
Recipes Makes: 1
Calories: 770
Carbs: 65
Fat: 41
Protein: 36

Ingredients Related Tips

1 large baked potato (russett or sweet)
1 Tbsp. butter
2 eggs
2 strips bacon, cooked and diced
2 Tbsp. shredded cheese
1 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Lay the baked potato on its side, and use a knife to carefully cut off the top third of the potato. With a spoon, hollow out the middle of the potato to make a “bowl, leaving the potato as thick or thin as youd like. (Just remember, the more room you leave, the more room for eggs, bacon and cheese!)

Place 1/2 tablespoon of butter in the middle of each bowl. Then gently break an egg into each bowl, careful not to break the yolk. Top with bacon, cheese, parsley, and then season with salt and pepper.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg whites are set. Serve immediately.

Submitted by GimmeSomeOven
Read more at http://myfridgefood.com/recipes/breakfast/breakfast-potatoes/#9mmQwd2xYJGbF73L.99

 

APPLE CINNAMON WATER

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I will put this notice on my post from now on, every time that I copy a post from Facebook, so all of my readers will know that this is not my work, but that of someone else. This, like so many of my posts have, came from Facebook. This is from Kelly Bagnasco’s post on my Facebook.

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Kelly Bagnasco

APPLE CINNAMON WATER

APPLE CINNAMON WATER<br /> Boost your metabolism naturally with this ZERO CALORIE Detox Drink. Put down the diet sodas and crystal light and try this out for a week. You will drop weight and have TONS ON ENERGY! Sounds yummy!</p> <p>Makes one big pitcher, re-fill water 3-4 times before replacing apples and cinnamon.</p> <p>1 Apple thinly sliced (whatever your favorite is)<br /> 2 Cinnamon Sticks</p> <p>Drop apple slices in the bottom of the pitcher and then the cinnamon sticks, cover with ice about 1/2 way up then add water. </p> <p>Check out Skinny Fiber so you can enjoy the great recipes on my timeline without feeling guilty! There's a great $60 give-a-way going on until 1/15/15 at www.SkinnyFiberFromKelly.com </p> <p>✽¸.•♥♥•.¸✽ Thank You For Sharing and Tagging! ✽¸.•♥♥•.¸✽</p> <p>Make sure to FOLLOW me; I am always posting awesome stuff on my timeline! www.facebook.com/kelly.bagnasco</p> <p>Don't just LIKE it, SHARE it so your friends see it! It also saves it in your Timeline Photo Album so it's stored for later! Just click on the picture and click SHARE at the bottom.</p> <p>For delicious recipes, tips, motivation, and lots of fun, join my group at www.facebook.com/groups/SlimmerYou or Like my page at www.facebook.com/SlimmerYouFanPage.

Boost your metabolism naturally with this ZERO CALORIE Detox Drink. Put down the diet sodas and crystal light and try this out for a week. You will drop weight and have TONS ON ENERGY! Sounds yummy!

Makes one big pitcher, re-fill water 3-4 times before replacing apples and cinnamon.

1 Apple thinly sliced (whatever your favorite is)
2 Cinnamon Sticks

Drop apple slices in the bottom of the pitcher and then the cinnamon sticks, cover with ice about 1/2 way up then add water.

 

Top 16 Healing Home Remedies with Honey

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I will put this notice on my post from now on, every time that I copy a post from Facebook, so all of my readers will know that this is not my work, but that of someone else. This, like so many of my posts have, came from Facebook. This was in Love Live Health in the health section.

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BY ON IN HEALTH

Honey is more than just a delicious food product. This versatile natural substance has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years. It has therapeutic properties that can treat a range of ailments. Here are sixteen simple home remedies to help you heal your ills with honey.

 1. Cuts and Scrapes

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Honey is antiseptic and antimicrobial. It can speed healing of minor wounds and help to prevent infection. After cleaning the wound, cover it with honey and apply a bandage. Change the dressing in the morning and before bedtime.

2. Coughs

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Studies have shown that honey can be just as effective as over-the-counter cough suppressants. Whisk together one cup of honey, three tablespoons of lemon juice and ¼ cup of warm water. Transfer the cough syrup to a jar with a lid and store in the refrigerator. Take by the tablespoon whenever a coughing fit strikes.

3. Cold sores

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Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus. Honey is rich in flavonoids and phenolic acid, compounds shown to combat the virus in laboratory tests. Dab honey onto cold sores four times a day to speed the healing process. Applying honey to the affected area as soon as you begin to feel tingling and soreness may help prevent an outbreak.

4. Eczema

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Eczema is a persistent inflammation of the skin. The anti-inflammatory properties of honey can help to decrease the symptoms while the anti-bacterial properties work to prevent infection. Apply honey over red, itchy scaly areas. Cover with plastic wrap and leave for twenty minutes, then gently rinse to remove the sticky residue.

5. Hiccups

Causes and Ways to Overcome Hiccups

Hiccups are caused by involuntary spasmodic contractions of the diaphragm. Both honey and castor oil have anti-spasmodic properties. Mix a tablespoon of honey with a tablespoon of castor oil. Swallow a teaspoonful every five minutes until the hiccups stop.

6. Dandruff

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Many cases of dandruff are caused by a fungal yeast. The anti-fungal properties of honey can provide relief from itching and flaking. Mix together a solution of three parts honey to one part water. After shampooing, massage the diluted honey into the scalp. Allow it to work for twenty minutes before rinsing hair in warm water.

7. Acne

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Honey and cinnamon both have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. They help to prevent acne outbreaks and reduce redness and swelling. Mix together one tablespoon of powdered cinnamon and two tablespoons of honey. Use your fingers to apply the mixture to your face, concentrating on acne-prone areas. Allow the ingredients to work for ten minutes before rinsing.

8. Burns

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Clinical trials have shown that burns treated with honey heal faster than those treated with conventional medical dressings. To care for mild to moderate burns, cool the affected area under cold running water and pat dry. Slather thick, set honey over the burn and onto the surrounding skin. Cover the honey-coated area in plastic wrap and secure it with a bandage.

9. Dry Skin

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Honey is a humectant and helps skin to retain moisture. Olive oil improves the skin’s suppleness and elasticity. Whisk together equal amounts of honey and olive oil until they emulsify into a cream. Simply massage the lotion into all areas of dry skin.

10. Athlete’s foot

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Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection characterized by red, itchy, flakey skin on the feet. Honey has natural fungicidal properties. Before bedtime, rub a thick layer of honey over the affected area. Cover your sticky feet in an old pair of socks and keep them on overnight. Wash and dry your feet in the morning and repeat the procedure each night until the infection clears

11. Sore throat

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Honey coats the throat to soothe irritation. Capsaicin in cayenne pepper helps to reduce throat pain by stimulating the mucous membranes. Fill a mug with water and stir in a tablespoon each of honey and lemon juice. Add ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Heat the mixture in the microwave and slowly sip.

12. Sunburn

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The humectant properties of honey help to keep moisture in sunburnt skin and the anti-inflammatory properties soothe redness, burning and irritation. Whisk together two cups of apple cider vinegar, one cup of water and ½ cup of honey. Transfer to a spray bottle and spritz over sunburnt areas for instant relief.

13. Acid Reflux

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Acid reflux is a condition in which stomach acid enters the esophagus and damages its walls. Honey coats the lining of the throat to soothe the painful burning sensations caused by the acid. Because it is an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, it also helps to heal the mucus membranes. Simply swallow a teaspoon or two of honey when symptoms arise.

14. Dry, Damaged Hair

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Honey is a humectant and helps to hold moisture in the hair. Olive oil coats the hair shafts, providing smoothness and shine. To make a hair treatment, warm ½ cup of honey in the microwave and stir in ¼ cup of olive oil. Shampoo hair, then work the conditioner through it. Leave for ten minutes before rinsing with warm water.

15. Mouth Ulcers

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A honey and turmeric salve can help to speed healing of mouth ulcers. Honey’s anti-microbial effects ward off infection, while turmeric acts as a natural antiseptic and cooling agent. Mix equal parts of honey and turmeric to form a thick paste. Use a cotton swab to apply it to the sore and leave for two minutes before rinsing your mouth. Continue the treatment twice daily until the ulcer is healed.

16. Insect Bites

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The anti-inflammatory properties of honey ease the redness and swelling associated with insect bites, while its antiseptic properties help to prevent infection. Baking soda calms itchiness and irritation. Create a paste by mixing together a tablespoon each of honey, olive oil and baking soda. Apply to the bite and cover with a bandage.

 

Diet Tips For The Day

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Today's TIP: Use a smaller plate and put a little less on it! It really does make you feel like you are eating a full plate of food! </p> <p>You mean you haven’t tried Skinny Fiber yet? You better hurry!<br /> Order now and you’ll also get a FREE $60 bottle of Ageless Anti-Aging Skin Serum! This Freebie won’t last though, so hurry! It comes with a 100% money back guarantee for up to 90 days if you order the multi-bottle specials so there’s no risk! Watch the 4 minute video and order Skinny Fiber at www.SkinnyFiberFromKelly.com. </p> <p>✽¸.•♥♥•.¸✽ Thank You For Sharing and Tagging! ✽¸.•♥♥•.¸✽</p> <p>Make sure to FOLLOW me; I am always posting awesome stuff on my timeline! www.facebook.com/kelly.bagnasco</p> <p>Don't just LIKE it, SHARE it so your friends see it! It also saves it in your Timeline Photo Album so it's stored for later! Just click on the picture and click SHARE at the bottom.</p> <p>For delicious recipes, tips, motivation, and lots of fun, join my group at www.facebook.com/groups/SlimmerYou or Like my page at www.facebook.com/SlimmerYouFanPage.
Today’s TIP: Use a smaller plate and put a little less on it! It really does make you feel like you are eating a full plate of food!
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CELERY SAVER Great tip and it really works! No more limp celery! ✽¸.•♥♥•.¸✽ Thank You For Sharing and Tagging! ✽¸.•♥♥•.¸✽ Make sure to FOLLOW me; I am always posting awesome stuff on my timeline! www.facebook.com/kelly.bagnasco Don't just LIKE it, SHARE it so your friends see it! It also saves it in your Timeline Photo Album so it's stored for later! Just click on the picture and click SHARE at the bottom. For delicious recipes, tips, motivation, and lots of fun, join my group at www.facebook.com/groups/SlimmerYou or Like my page at www.facebook.com/SlimmerYouFanPage.
Tips from readers on Kelly Bagnasco’s post.
  • Charlotte Booker And if it does go a little limp you can cut it up and put in a glass water and stick it in the frig. It will be like new in no time.
  • Nancy Donadio I wrap all veggies in paper towel it will absorb excess moisture. Lettuce will keep for up 2 two weeks place paper towel wrapped items in plastic container for even longer lasting freshness -:)

Reduce The Stress In Your life

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I will put this notice on my post from now on, every time that I copy a post from Facebook, so all of my readers will know that this is not my work, but that of someone else. This, like so many of my posts have, came from Facebook. This chart was on Kelly Bagnasco’s Facebook page. I thought it might help a lot of people.

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10 REASONS WHY NORFOLK IS BETTER THAN WASHINGTON DC

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Image | Downtown Norfolk Council
1. We’re not as career-oriented. We’re life oriented. People friend you on Facebook before connecting with you on LinkedIn, and when you meet new people, not every conversation begins with, “So, what do you do for a living?”
2. Mermaids are cooler than monuments. These multicolored pieces of art represent Norfolk, and celebrate all members of our community in a way that DC’s famous monuments and other tourist attractions can’t.

3. Cheap good food. You can get two meals worth of fried chicken sweet potato sausage gravy heart attack inducing goodness at Handsome Biscuit for less than SEVEN DOLLARS. That’s half of a DC brunch. Enough said.

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Image | Handsome Biscuit

4. Cheaper living. 1/3 of a standard DC rent covers almost half the mortgage on a house in Norfolk.

5. Local pride and loyalty. We’re proud to live in Norfolk and support local businesses. We don’t go to Starbucks – we go to Borjo, Fair Grounds, Cafe Stella, Alatte, Bean There, and MORE. DC’s shop local movement is lacking.

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Image | Fair Grounds

6. The hipsters are nicer here. Ghent is no U Street or Adams Morgan. There’s an air of goodwill and authenticity here even in the trendiest places .Perfect example: when the Grilled Cheese Bistro flooded and couldn’t have their opening day, The Parlor on Granby let them take over their kitchen for a night.

7. Less street harassment. Since moving to Norfolk, I’ve been harassed a total of one time. I’m convinced it’s because people are more respectful, and less entitled here. While living in Northern Virginia, I had at least 3 unpleasant “interactions” a day.

8. We care about the arts. Arts facilities like the Black Fox Lounge and Artisphere are closing in the DC metro area, while new spaces like The Push Comedy Theater and The Parlor on Granby, both recently opened in the Emerging Arts District in Norfolk, are thriving.

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9. People know how to walk. Less Bluetooth users = more people who are aware of their surroundings. DC claims to be a “fast-paced” city, but many people don’t know how to navigate the grocery store, Metro, sidewalk, escalator, etc. with grace, and a basic awareness of people trying to get around them.

10. People stay. Norfolk attracts vibrant, genuine people committed to making our community a better place. DC is populated with politicians, transplants, tourists, recent college graduates, and people passing through on their way to somewhere better…. like Norfolk.

Put your hands up in the air for one of America’s most genuine cities!

 

Rebecca Evans
About Rebecca Evans
Rebecca Evans is a writer and arts advocate residing in Norfolk, Virginia. She’s an avid believer in the power of the arts to awaken activists and inspire change. In her spare time, she loves watching old movies, playing the banjo and piano, and devouring books and blue cheese.