August 2008 Newsletter
In our Newsletter we strive to bring you the latest information in all areas of hormones, beauty, and health. We do, however, encourage you to send any requests for articles, comments, or questions to us at questions@hormones-beauty-health.com
Product of The Month
This month’s “Product Of The Month” is Lip Saver, SPF 30. Whether you’re out in the sun or skiing in the winter, don’t forget to protect your lips. Say good-bye to sun-chapped lips and hello to maximum preventative care with Lip Saver, SPF 30. It's blended with targeted antioxidant ingredients that refresh, rejuvenate, and soothe as it protects and benefits all skin types. ( 0.24 oz./7 g ) You can find this product at www.ihd.myarbonne.com. IH Distribution LLC will add to its normal FREE hand cream by also including a FREE herbal foot cream just for ordering this sunburn resistant formula. Try it now and let us know what you think. |
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Recipes for Good Health
This month’s “healthy recipe” is “Refrigerator Pineapple Cheesecake”. As always, you can find our group of healthy recipes at http://www.hormones-beauty-health.com/recipes.htm. Send your favorite recipes to us at sales@hormones-beauty-health.com and we’ll post them on our blog and in our Newsletter! You can read our blog at http://www.hormones-beauty-health.com/wordpress/.
1 Cup Graham Cracker Crumbs |
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- Mix crumbs, margarine, and oil.
- Press into bottom of 8” spring form pan or 8”x10½” pan and chill.
- Dissolve gelatin I boiling water and cool until lukewarm.
- Mix cheese, sugar, and vanilla in blender. Slowly add gelatin and blend well.
- Pour cheese mixture into crust and chill until firm.
- Put pineapple, pineapple juice, water and cornstarch in saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Stir constantly. Cool 15 minutes.
- Spread over cheesecake and chill 1 hour or more.
Servings - 12. Per serving – Calories 157, Fat 4.9, Carbohydrates 16.9g, Cholesterol 2mg, Sodium 306mg, Fiber 0.4g, Protein 11.5g, Potassium 83mg
'The Hollywood Corner' - Desperate Housewife Eva Longoria!
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Eva Longoria says “I don’t overdo the hair and makeup.” She knows the secret to looking young is to not pile on the makeup. Instead, she adds color to her dark looks by adding a bit of gold shimmer cream to her cheeks and forehead. On the issue of how to look 20 when you’re 30, Longoria says to “highlight your best features”. For example, she shows off her legs. “If it’s your eyes, play them up; if you have full lips, show them off with a gloss or dare to go red.”, however, don’t use a thick concealer as it will settle into fine lines, thereby highlighting your flaws. |
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What Your Nails Can Tell You About Your Overall Health!
Nail Characteristic |
What It May Mean |
What You Can Do |
Soft, crumbling nails, or nail beds or cuticles that are red, swollen, sore, or loose from the nail bed |
A bacterial or fungal infection. |
Soak the nail in pure tea tree oil and massage in twice daily. To strengthen nails, coat them with a waxy lip balm to seal in moisture and prevent peeling. |
Yellow or Green Nails |
A respiratory condition, such as bronchitis |
Contact your doctor. |
Uneven, jagged nails, torn cuticles |
Compulsive nail biting; anxiety. |
Dip nails into pure aloe vera juice (which is bitter) and allow to dry. |
Pitting or small indentations in the nails |
A skin disorder, such as psoriasis. |
Contact your doctor. |
Soft nails that crack or peel easily |
Iron, zinc, or biotin deficiency. |
Take a skin, hair, and nails nutritional formula daily. |
Very pale or spoon-shaped nails. |
Anemia |
Eat more iron-rich foods, including eggs, fish, green leafy vegetables, and almonds. Or, take an iron supplement. |
Bluish nails |
Rare, but could suggest exposure to copper or silver. |
Contact your doctor. |
Dry nails and cuticles |
Lack of essential fatty acids (EFAs); dehydration. |
Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day; get EFAs from food (avocados, cold-water fish) or supplements. Moisturize cuticles and nails (which are permeable) with creams and lotions. |
Dry, brittle nails that crack or split easily |
Thyroid disease |
Contact your doctor. |
Dark streak from the nail base to the tip |
May be serious health disorder |
Contact your doctor immediately. |
Black or dark purple nails |
Deficiency of B12 (or from traumas, such as slammed in door). |
Take 500 mcg of vitamin B12 daily. |
What Type of Hair Do You Have?
Just as the type of skin you have requires different care, the type of hair you have also requires special care. There are 4 types of hair – processed, curly, wavy, and straight. We will dedicate one month to each hair type. This month we will talk about Wavy Hair.
Characteristics – Wavy hair is often thick, coarse, and usually abundant. IT suits both long and short styles. One issue is, those who have wavy hair would rather it was either poker-straight or in ringlets. The key to wavy hair is dealing with its two problems – static (which can create frizz) and lack of volume (which can cause flattening at the roots).
Caring For Wavy Hair – Thick, coarse hair can handle frequent washing but responds better to being left for 2-3 days between shampoos. Because wavy hair is so thick, it is easily weighed down, so a volumizing shampoo should be used, which will provide lift and help maximize bounce. You should follow shampooing with a light leave-in conditioner. This provides a protective layer between the hair cuticle and the moisture that can create frizz. Drying your hair should start with light towel drying (pressing & patting, NOT rubbing).
Here is a wave-enhancing technique:
- Apply anti-frizz serum or styling cream
- Divide the hair into sections about 1” across
- Using your fingers, twist each section into ropes and fasten them into little pin curls on your head.
- Let dry naturally
- When dry, unravel each section and rake through with your fingers
If you’re in a hurry, simply apply a little mousse to the roots of your hair, blow-dry on a warm setting (hot will straighten the hair) with the dryer pointing upward. When your is approximately 90% dry, tip your head upside down and finish blow-drying.
Tips For Wavy Hair
- Before brushing, spray your brush with hairspray to prevent static.
- If your hair frizzes up, smoothing a dryer sheet over your hair will calm it down
- Get regular trims whether your hair is long or short. This will remove your split ends, which can create frizz.
- Keeping your hair moisturized will keep it glossy (see a moisturizing hair treatment below)
Moisturizing Hair Treatment – For a rich moisturizing masque that will add sheen to wavy hair, combine the following ingredients:
½ Ripe Banana
½ Avocado
1 Heaped Teaspoon Plain Yogurt
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Mash together in a bowl and apply to your hair, focusing on the ends up to where your waves begin. Wrap your hair in a towel and relax for 20 minutes before rinsing.
Next month we will talk about Straight Hair!
34 Menopause Symptoms
In our ongoing endeavor to cover each of the 34 Menopause Symptoms (one every month) – this month’s subject is Loss of Libido.
Loss of libido is said to be the most common menopause symptoms and, if not given the right attention, could decrease the quality of your sex life in an undesirable way. So please take the time to read this information so you can understand more about the subject.
What Is Loss of Libido? Libido is an “instinctive natural sexual energy”, i.e. the sexual desire you have towards your partner. The best way to describe loss of libido is a loss of sexual interest. Therapists say that loss of libido should be addressed only when it is perceived as a problem. It is a problem when there is a discrepancy in desire between the person and their partner, or when people feel there’s something wrong with them because they don’t have any interest in sex.
What Causes Loss of Libido? There are two reasons – psychological or physical, and sometimes both.
Psychological – can be stress, overwork, fatigue, or relationship conflicts. If the first three are not controlled, it could cause loss of libido. If you have relationship conflicts (such as communication, trust, or intimacy problems), it can create loss of libido. Usually, however, in each case it is temporary until the situation is corrected.
Physical – is hormonal imbalance, i.e. low testosterone. Women do produce a small amount of testosterone, which plays an important part in your sexual life. Without a balanced level of testosterone, women are unable to properly respond to sexual stimuli.
What To Do About Loss of Libido? The first step is to determine whether your problem is psychological or physical.
Psychological - Loss of libido produced by relationship conflicts should be first fixed within the couple by counseling or therapy. If the issue is stress, overwork, or fatigue, it should be treated by scheduling rest and joy time and integrating an exercise program in your life. Keep in mind that in most cases a combination of psychological and physical treatments is the best option to manage loss of libido.
Physical - Since loss of libido is most probably caused by low hormonal levels, a hormone balancing program is the best solution. Although there are several ways to manage loss of libido, the best way to balance your hormonal levels is through the use of a natural balancing cream.
We hope you enjoyed this topic and if you have any comments, concerns, or questions, please direct them to questions@hormones-beauty-health.com and we will endeavor to answer them as soon as possible.
Next month’s topic will be Hot Flashes. As always, If you have a specific issue that is affecting you or you would like us to discuss, please send us an email at questions@hormones-beauty-health.com and we will put it at the top of the list.
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