Catch Some Vitamin D!
When the sun is shining, are you actually catching the rays?
We sure hope so!
The healthy glow from a tan is not the only benefit that we can receive from the sun. Did you know that Vitamin D is absorbed through the sun as well?
Vitamin D, also known as the "sunshine vitamin," is produced by the body as we absorb the sun rays as well as from certain food and supplements. Vitamin D supports maintaining healthy bones and teeth, strengthens the immune system and cardiovascular health, regulate insulin levels, protection from certain conditions such as diabetes, cancer, and multiple sclerosis, boosts energy, and much more. In addition, sun exposure is beneficial to infants and expecting mothers.
When the sunlight is absorbed by our skin, our body system synthesizes this particular vitamin. It can be as simple as stepping outside during midday and exposing ourselves to the sun for about 5-10 minutes throughout the week and we can help our bodies produce sufficient Vitamin D. So what is the catch? Well, let us catch as much sunlight that we can this summer so we can store some Vitamin D in our system during the winter days!
SUMMER DETOX
Summer Detox
We already made it to the first half of the year and summer has officially begun. With us entering a new season, it is also the perfect time to switch up a couple of things in our diet and introduce new healthy recipes that can assist with detoxing our bodies.
How about a 3-day detox? Here are 3 recipes that you can try for 3 days to detoxify your body and start your summer right.
Let’s start with oatmeal with bananas and flax seeds.
Eating a mighty bowl full of nutrients first thing in the morning is a great way to start the day. Oats will provide aid in digestion which is a major key in a detoxified diet. Plus, it can also help reduce blood pressure. With bananas, it is antiviral and antifungal properties can help promote healthy gut flora. And flax seeds? Well, it is an excellent source of fiber and that completes the mighty detox bowl!
During the summer days, it is important to keep our bodies hydrated. Cantaloupe and watermelon are the perfect detoxifying snacks to munch on. Watermelon can help cleanse the body by removing body toxins that are slowing down metabolism. When getting rid of body toxins, it helps boost our metabolism. Cantaloupe also has beneficial nutrients that can help flush toxins from the body just like watermelon. The perfect combination to snack on during our 3-day detox.
Last but not least, a salad is always a great dish to have during the summertime especially when detoxing. An arugula salad makes a perfect detox salad. Arugula is classified as a superfood. It is a great source of folate, vitamins A, C, & K, calcium, magnesium, and more. It is also known for cleansing blood, skin, and liver. With arugula as a base, you can simply add detoxifying toppings to your salad to make it a super salad!
HAIRCARE UNDER THE SUN
It is time to let our hair down and let it blow in the wind! The sun is out and we are all ready to have all the fun during these summery days.
But how about on those days when heat and humidity also want to come out to play? Does your hair have the proper care to avoid the damages that the sun's overpowering rays can possibly bring your way?
Taking care of the texture, color, and moisture of our hair is very essential especially during the seasons where the weather can easily affect it but we have prepared three important hair tips that can help you combat heat damages to your hair.
1. For texture:
Your hair is already exposed in the heat so using hair tools like blow dryers and flat irons during this season can affect your hair's texture.
Try taking advantage of the warm air and air dry your hair instead of blow drying it. You can also give your hair a break by rocking the natural beauty of it, whether straight or curly, throughout the summer.
2. For color:
You need extra TLC for color-treated hair! Chemical treatments and beaming sunshine can bring damage to your hair. It can lead to color fading and extreme dryness.
To make sure that you are protecting your hair color, try to avoid exposing it to the sunlight directly and condition it accordingly. Fashionably, you can wear a hat or a scarf that will give your outfit that extra bang.
3. For moisture:
How about an overnight treatment? Just like face masks that work their magic overnight, recommended hair masks can also do the same. The instructions are very simple: apply the hair mask overnight and let your hair absorb all the good stuff.
Your hair will be rejuvenated and be good to go first thing in the morning.
Enjoy the summer and rock on with your healthy hair!
HELLO HYDRATED SKIN
The countdown for the official summer days are not too far from us and most likely, we already have our summer plans laid out by this time! With the season changing and the millions of fun things to involve ourselves into, are we also remembering to prepare for the humidity? How will you keep yourself from being dehydrated?
Check out the easy tips that we were able to gather that can definitely help you keep your body hydrated internally and externally.
WATER!
You can never have enough water this summer. Drinking water can keep your body especially your skin hydrated.Lotion.
Applying lotion not only keeps the skin moist but it also helps to maintain the youth of our skin and it can help prevent wrinkles.Fruits and Veggies.
Our diet plays a major role in our overall health. Eating healthy during the summertime is a must. Certain types of fruits and vegetables can retain hydration within our body and it can also bring some glow to our skin.Indulge in some oatmeal.
Oatmeal is known for being hearty and filling but did you also know that it is also very hydrating? You can also add chia seeds to boost this meal's nutritious properties.
Plus. you can also use it as a hydrating and calming mask, too. Yum!You can never be too old for milk.
Milk is packed with protein, carbohydrates, calcium, and electrolytes and it is more hydrating than some of the sports drinks.
MODERN GIRL'S TIME
It is summertime and everyone is just planning the fun parties and get-togethers since the beautiful weather makes it easier for our families and friends to say “yes” to the invites!
If you are specifically thinking about getting your pretty girl crew together and you are in need of some inspirations on how to make it one of the best mini-reunions this summer, we have the perfect suggestions!
A beauty and massage bar will always be a hit to our hardworking women and there are various combinations that can be put together to create the absolute set-up:
Mask Station - Gather your favorite face masks and tackle all those skin imperfections away!
Mani Station - Pamper those beautiful hands up with the color to match everyone’s mood.
Make-up Station - Set this station up with the “must-try” makeup brands for you and your girls to play with. Discover each other’s favorite products and helpful makeup tips.
MOTHER'S DAY SPA CELEBRATION NYC
May is here and flowers are starting to bloom along with the chirping cheerful birds.
It all makes sense as to why Mother's Day has been assigned to be celebrated during this colorful month.
With the beautiful weather upon us, it inspires us to create more wonderful ways to express our appreciation to all the great mothers out there during this special time. From lavish bouquets of flowers and fine dine-ins to a fun shopping day we try our best to pick out extra-ordinary gifts that we know a mother would love.
Mothers are known to juggle everything between work, home, and anything else that we can possibly imagine. As they say, it is an endless job of being a mom. It has even been said at times that some mothers would not have a clue on how to "relax" or "take a break" due to the fact that they are just workaholics! On the contrary, this actually gives us the opportunity to set up and give one of the best gifts that we can ever present to our hard-working moms.
The gift of relaxation will always be priceless. It is something that is overlooked at times and it is absolutely appreciated whenever it is either given to self or by someone else. Pampering your mom on her special day is one of the ultimate gifts you can present her and it just goes a long way. Whether it is for your mom, your wife, your grandmother, daughter, or auntie, setting up a special day for a manicure, pedicure, massage, or reflexology will fit in the occasion effortlessly.
