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Let’s Talk About Lake Tahoe (California & Nevada)
Straddling the border of California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe is a popular year-round vacation destination that offers everything from gambling and wine tasting, to hot air ballooning, skiing and sailing charters. The region is split between the pristine wilderness of the North Shore and the lively, diverse activities of the South Shore. Though vast natural attractions are abundant here, whether experienced by land, water or air, Lake Tahoe also offers a variety of arts and culture with its many arts festivals, theater and music venues, as well as top-notch restaurants and nightlife. Lake Tahoe’s Activities & Attractions Lake Tahoe’s attractions span every season and appeal to a wide range of…
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Tips To Help You Stay Healthy While On Vacation
Summer is officially here and that means vacation time! A lot of people struggle (myself included) with staying healthy on vacation. You worked hard to maintain your healthy lifestyle in the days leading up to your trip, but then have trouble keeping them in mind once you are there. It’s so tempting to literally eat your way through your adventures, but you will most likely feel bad later, so I have come up with a few tips for avoiding that groggy, full feeling that I have experienced myself, that aren’t that difficult to stick to and will help you stay healthy while on vacation… Hydrate If you are going somewhere…
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How To Deal With Dry, Chapped Lips During the Summer Months
I don’t know about you, but I have been dealing with not only unusually dry skin but dry, chapped lips as well (which I really do not deal with during the summer). Chapped lips can be incredibly uncomfortable and even though we think of chapped lips mainly being a problem in the winter, warm summer weather can cause dryness, flaking, cracks and even bleeding lips. If you find yourself dealing with chapped lips often, here are some tips to keep your lips in top condition… Stay Hydrated It’s hard to keep your lips looking nice if your body is dehydrated! Drink Plenty of Water: Hydration is key to keeping your…
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Becoming Pet Parents Over 60
Pets sustain us and keep us healthier, happier and more hopeful as we age, no barks or meows about it. A recent story in Harvard Magazine cited an American Heart Association finding that pets reduce our mortality rate by 24 percent and the Mayo Clinic confirms pets keep us in much better shape, both physically and mentally. But new challenges emerge as we age, including medical diagnoses that can keep us away from our furry, feathered friends or make it impossible to care for them, as well as unforeseen financial issues and living arrangements that change our capacity to care or keep them. These are tough scenarios to imagine, but…
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Refresh Your Wardrobe On A Budget: Summer 2024 Edition
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, it’s time to update your wardrobe for the summer season. But updating your style doesn’t have to drain your bank account. With some smart shopping strategies and creative thinking, you can update your summer wardrobe on a budget and still look chic and trendy. Here’s how to do it for Summer 2024… Evaluate What You Have Before you hit the stores, take a good look at your current wardrobe. Pull out all your summer clothes and assess what you already own. Make a list of items you wear frequently and pieces you have neglected. This will help you identify gaps in…
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Which is Best For You? Chemical Or Physical Sunscreens
The first day of summer is around the corner (although it has been feeling like summer for the last few weeks here in Las Vegas) and that means one thing is for sure which is lots of sun exposure. While we love getting a healthy dose of Vitamin D, we also need to make sure to protect our skin before heading out into those intense summer rays. Applying daily SPF is a crucial part of preventing premature aging, sunburns, and sun damage and with so many sunscreen variations to choose from, it can be a real guessing game trying to figure out exactly which product will protect your skin the…
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Healthy Tips For Summer Barbecues
The unofficial start to summer is here, and often at the center of warm-weather festivities are outdoor picnics, barbecues, and cook-outs. While these gatherings often feature menus with high-calorie foods, with a bit of mindfulness, you can still make healthy choices while enjoying all the fun with these tips… Make Minor Modifications Cheeseburgers are packed with hidden, and oftentimes unnecessary calories. Ranging from plain white to decedent brioche, hamburger buns add anywhere from 100-300 calories to your meal. A slice of American cheese is an additional 100 calories, which, after melting, doesn’t have a strong enough flavor profile to make it worth it’s while. And mayo is another 100 calories…
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My Beauty Empties March/April 2024 (Pt.2)
Last week I talked about my skin, body, hair, and nail care empties. Today is all about my makeup empties, and there’s quite a bit to share starting with the face… Makeup (face, eyes, brows & lips): Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Perfector 4-In-1 Glow Makeup (in shade 01 Light, $11.12) – From the first time I used this, I was hooked! I love the buildable light coverage, the glow and how long it lasts during the day. I use this alone or under foundation and either way, I absolutely love this! (I have tried e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter. This is good, but not as good as Maybelline in my…
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My Beauty Empties March/April 2024 (Pt. 1)
Hello Everyone! The last 2 months flew by, and I have accumulated quite a bit of beauty trash, so it’s time for me to clear out my used-up beauty products and talk about what I liked, what I didn’t like and what I would buy again starting with skincare, body, hair, and nail care… Skin, Body, Hair & Nail Care Equate Beauty Hydrating Cleanser ($6.88) – This is a mild, non-drying formula that works just as well as the as the more expensive brand name hydrating cleanser for about half of the price. The consistency is the same, cleanses my skin the same and rinses off the same and my…
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How To Implement Self-Care Into Your Daily Routine
Self-care is essential for maintaining good mental and physical health. However, with the busy schedules of everyday life, it can be challenging to make time for yourself. Implementing self-care into your daily routine can help you feel more energized, focused, and relaxed, so here is a step-by-step guide on how to implement self-care into your daily routine… Step 1: Determine Your Self-Care Needs The first step to implementing self-care into your daily routine is to determine what your self-care needs are. Take some time to reflect on what makes you feel good and what areas of your life you would like to focus on improving. This could include activities that…