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iHerb Laundry Tip: Mix 3-5 drops of your favorite essential oil with an unscented laundry detergent before each load. Good picks: lavender or frankincense. You can also make your own fabric softener by adding 20-30 drops of your favorite essential oil to a one-gallon jug of white vinegar. Use 1/3 cup per load. #laundry #essentialoils #iherbhealthyhome #iherb

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Need a little sweet with your protein? How about a Protein Chocolate Cake for 1? RECIPE

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Microwave Popcorn: Delicious but Dangerous?

Today, many of us are looking for ways to cut our risks of cancer and other health conditions. We’re getting serious about eating healthier and cutting out the foods and substances that could pose a health risk while adding in foods that can boost our health.

One of these potentially harmful foods is microwavable popcorn.

There are some alarming health dangers related to microwavable popcorn. Two of the most dangerous substances in microwavable popcorn are Diacetyl and perfluorooctanoic acid, or C8. These harmful chemicals cause serious damage to lung function when inhaled.

Tests have demonstrated that the fumes from these chemicals, when cooked in the microwavable bag, were comparable to those found in popcorn factories. Inhaling these chemicals is extremely risky. Diacetyl and C8 actually do more harm when inhaled rather than ingested. There are known cases and resulting lawsuits from long-term inhalation of these chemicals. The lung damage caused by this inhalation is referred to as “popcorn lung.”

So, if you’re a popcorn lover, what can you do? The best thing to do is avoid microwavable popcorn altogether. Instead, use a stove top method or a popcorn popper. There are many brands of poppers that fit any need or budget.

However, if you feel that you must have the convenience of popcorn that you can make in the microwave, get an organic brand that is chemical-free. Even then, don’t inhale the steam when you open the bag.

There’s no need to completely forgo the pleasure of eating popcorn because of the health dangers of microwavable popcorn. You can still enjoy one of your favorite snacks and stay healthy!

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References

Silverman, Jacob; Is Microwavable Popcorn Safe?; discoveryhealth.com; Accessed March 24, 2013

Weil, Andrew; Q & A Library; drweil.com; Accessed March 24, 2013

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Be nice to yourself!

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iHerb Beauty Tip:

Did you know that baking soda has its place in the shower? Sprinkle a small amount of baking soda into your palm along with your favorite shampoo. Shampoo as usual and rinse thoroughly–baking soda helps remove the residue that styling products leave behind so your hair is cleaner and more manageable.

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iHerb Stress Relief Tip:

Long day at the office, kids won’t stop screaming and your dog left a little “present” on your vintage bedspread? Relieve mental fatigue by applying coconut oil to the temples of your head in a circular, massaging motion. The natural aroma of coconuts is extremely soothing thus helping to lower your stress level.

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iHerb Weight Loss Tip: Eat more veggies. Use prebagged baby spinach everywhere: as “lettuce” in sandwiches, heated in soups, wilted in hot pasta, and added to salads. 

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iHerb Fitness Tip: Count your repetitions backward. When you near the end of the set, you’ll think about how many you have left instead of how many you’ve done.

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Life is like a piano…

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You are (more) than enough.

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iHerb Weight Loss Tip: Juice has as many calories, ounce for ounce, as soda. Set a limit of one 8-oz glass of fruit juice a day.

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iHerb Fitness Tip: If you don’t like a particular exercise, start doing it. You’re probably avoiding it because you’re weak at it.

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iHerb Cleaning Tip: Make your own furniture polish. Restore the lost luster of your wooden furniture by whipping up some serious homemade furniture polish that’s just as good as any of the commercial stuff. Combine 2 parts olive oil and 1 part lemon juice or white vinegar in a clean recycled spray bottle, shake it up, and spritz on. Leave on the mixture for a minute or two, then wipe off with a clean terry-cloth or paper towel. In a hurry? Get fast results by applying olive oil straight from the bottle onto a paper towel. Wipe off the excess with another paper towel or an absorbent cloth.

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No regrets.

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How about Gluten Free Quinoa Pilaf with Salmon, Spinach and Mushrooms for dinner tonight? RECIPE