Pineapples and Pregnancy + 27 week Pregnancy update

Well, I visited my doctor for my 27 week prenatal exam. Baby is doing awesome and like before gave the nurse a hard time trying to measure and listen to her heartbeats. She's a little mover!!  I gained 2 lbs since my last visit 3 weeks ago and I received my results from my glucose test which was negative...YAY!!…

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Headaches be gone!

For as long as I can remember, I've always suffered from horrible headaches and migraines. When I get a headache, it ruins the entire day. I can't eat, can't tend to my family, am sensitive to light and I will be in bed all day long. Just recently, I did my research on ways I can eliminate them. First let…

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An Apple a Day: Option 1

Low Fat Apple Phyllo PieWell I couldn't start this series without giving you a lighter version of an All American Apple Pie. This recipe is courtesy of  Fiona Haynes and http://lowfatcooking.about.com/od/dessert/r/applepie.htmCook Time: 35 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutesIngredients:·         5 Granny Smith Apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced·         1/4 cup brown sugar·         1 tsp cinnamon·         1/4 tsp nutmeg·         1 tbsp lemon juice·         1 tbsp flour·         1/4…

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An Apple a Day: DIY Apple Mask

Apple Facial MaskWhat you'll need:1 cored apple (of your choice) cut into quarters2 tablespoons of honey1/2 teaspoon of sageChop the apple quarters in processor. Add honey and sage the refrigerate for 10 minutes. Lightly pat mixture on your face until honey feels tacky. Leave it on skin for 30 minutes and then rinse with cool water.

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An Apple a Day: DIY Apple Mask

Apple Facial MaskWhat you'll need:1 cored apple (of your choice) cut into quarters2 tablespoons of honey1/2 teaspoon of sageChop the apple quarters in processor. Add honey and sage the refrigerate for 10 minutes. Lightly pat mixture on your face until honey feels tacky. Leave it on skin for 30 minutes and then rinse with cool water.

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Apples: Versatility and Healthy Snack Options

If you're like me, the first thing I think about when I see apples are apple pies! Well, an apple is way more than a sugar coated dessert, but it is much more. Starting tomorrow, I will start a mini series called "An apple a day..."...it's corny, but who cares, right? LOL... We will learn the benefits of an…

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