

SECRET NEWS	Issue 16 February 2007

Welcome to secrets news issue 16

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Top 10 Natural Health Beauty Tips

I can't believe how quickly the weeks fly by! It seems like yesterday we were celebrating New Year and now it is nearly March. I thought it might be an age thing but even my kids agree time is speeding by too fast. So there is no time to waste with excuses, it is time to take action in whatever it is you want to achieve?

2007 is turning out to be a very exciting year for Slim Secrets both in Australia and internationally and I’ll keep you posted in my Blog.

Over the next few months I will be compiling as many Slim/healthy weight loss Secrets (including ideas for exercise, eating habits, food ideas, mental/stress help and any related strategies) as possible for a publication.

If you have any Slim Secrets that have worked for you and you would like to share with others could you please email them to me at sharon@slimsecrets.com.au. To say thanks I will send you a free Slim Secrets bars of your choice (please include your mailing address and which bar you would like). Also please let me know if I can include your first name and country next to the secret or if you prefer to remain anonymous.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Be safe and have fun

Warm wishes Sharon

Do you want to radiate a natural healthy beauty?

If you take a minute to think about some of the terms we associate with beauty these days, bright eyed, a "healthy glow," vibrant, clear complexion, it becomes clear that beauty and health go hand-in-hand. Beauty does not come from applying expensive creams or having drastic cosmetic surgeries--real beauty comes, quite literally, from the inside. When you treat your body with respect, it will respect you in return, and when your body feels good on the inside, it will show, through healthier hair, skin and nails, to brighter eyes and a glowing smile, on the outside.

Here we've compiled the top 10 beauty tips to get you started:

Maintain a well balanced diet. This includes eating plenty of fresh vegetables, and making sure that you eat a wide variety of them. A good way to do this is by picking out your favorites from each color family (green, orange, red, etc.) and striving to include each of them with your meals (at least your lunch and dinner). Other important foods are low-glycemic fruits, and protein. Examples are low fat meats, seafood, fish, free-range chicken, eggs, dairy, nuts and SLIM SECRETS BARS.

Of course, part of eating a healthy diet also means cutting down on unhealthy foods like refined sugar, trans fats, processed foods, fast foods, cakes, soft drinks, fruit juices (they're high in sugar), sweet drinks and alcoholic beverages. Ideally, all junk food, including snack foods, french fries, fried foods, pizza and margarine, should be eaten in moderation. This may seem overwhelming, but don't get discouraged. Take it a step at a time (don't try to eliminate everything in one day!) and you'll find that eating a healthy diet is quite manageable.

You may want to start, for instance, by replacing soft drinks and juice in your diet with pure water (add a squeeze of lemon or lime for flavor).
Drink plenty of water. Your body is about 70 percent water, and if your cells get dehydrated they will not be able to function efficiently. An abundance of water is necessary to perform every task the body requires, including the repair of damaged cells, which helps skin heal and stay healthy. Experts vary on how much water is really needed to stay healthy. A good rule of thumb is to drink when you're thirsty or at least 6-8 glasses a day.
Consume plenty of the essential "good" fats. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for healthy skin, brain function and so much more. These can be found in a variety of foods including fish oil, omega-3-enriched eggs and flaxseeds.

If you suffer from skin disorders like psoriasis, listen up. Taking fish oil has been shown to improve conditions like these. How does it work? People with psoriasis have greater-than-normal amounts of inflammation-causing compounds in their skin. Fish oil inhibits the production of these inflammatory compounds, and the result is healthier skin (and nails and hair).

Dry skin, too, is affected by the "good" fats. Without sufficient healthy fats, your skin will be unable to seal in moisture and soon the skin will become dry. To make matters worse, many people are following no-fat or low-fat diets, which means they are not getting any of the healthy fats their skin (and body) so desperately need. This fat deficiency will be particularly noticeable during the winter months and can create very uncomfortable dry skin with itching.

Healthy fats can be found in avocados, nuts and seeds, olive oil, and mercury-free, coldwater fish such as salmon, or, if you're not eating enough of these foods you can purchase vitamin capsules with omega 3's.
Take time to relax. You know what works best to help you relax, but the key is to take the time to do it. Need some ideas? Meditate, read a book, work on a hobby, go for a walk or take a bath. This will help you look and feel better day after day. Always take time out to stop and smell the roses.
Get your beauty sleep. About seven to eight hours of sleep a night is recommended. If possible, it is best to get to sleep around the same time each night and wake up around the same time each morning--your body will appreciate the regular cycle. A good night's sleep is one of the best beauty aids you can find.
Exercise! It will do wonders for your skin and overall appearance. A number of recent studies show that even multiple, short bouts of exercise (five to 15 minutes of brisk walking several times throughout the day) have heart and health benefits.
Laugh often. Smiling and laughing are infectious--in a good way. Not only will they boost your mood, but they'll also make you look and feel more beautiful. Research is showing that it may even increase your lifespan. So learn to laugh and smile every day--see a funny movie, crack jokes and enjoy life!
Get some sunshine. Sunlight is an essential element in staying healthy--everyone needs natural sunlight! It is suggested that one hour of sun a day is necessary to achieve optimum health; because fresh sunshine heals your skin with warmth and vitamin D (You should always wear high protection sunscreen and a hat when possible).

We all know that we need calcium for strong bones and teeth, but to make sure the calcium you do eat can do its job, you also need a good supply of vitamin D (it helps your body absorb calcium, protects against bone loss and much more). Vitamin D is not really a vitamin at all but a hormone-like substance that the body can only make when it gets enough sunlight. Sunlight is also a natural mood elevator; most people feel more energized and happier when the sun is shining.
Clean your skin every morning and night. Use a gentle cleanser day and night to clean your skin of impurities. Exfoliate your skin 1-2 times weekly. Then, apply a moisturizer/sunscreen daily.
Commit to doing all the things in the list above! This is probably the hardest on the list but the most important.

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