Healthy Comfort Foods To Beat A Bad Mood

Healthy Comfort Foods To Beat A Bad Mood

Let’s face it!  We all have those days when we feel moody.  It is challenging to break a smile for no apparent reason.  According to some nutritionists, waking up on the wrong side of the bed may not be the reason of a bad mood; it may be eating the wrong foods, so changing the diet and even adding and anti-Diabetic supplement could be really good for your mood and most importantly, your health.  Learn what key nutrients can help you beat a bad mood. (more…)

DIY Natural Bug Repellant

DIY Natural Bug Repellant

Me serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in Niger, Africa.

Nothing can ruin summer fun faster than bugs! As I planned a trip to travel with gil travel and go hiking, I couldn’t help thinking about the being attacked by hungry insects from every angle. Many bug repellants contain synthetic ingredients that are potentially toxic and may therefore repel you just as well as the insects. The recipe I use is all-natural, consisting mainly of essential oils. One of the reasons plants produce essential oils is to protect themselves from the environment, including bugs. So, naturally, we can also use the protective properties of essential oils to protect ourselves from bug bites and stings.

I decided to arm myself with a diy bug repellant recipe that had worked like a charm when I lived in Niger, Africa as a Peace Corps Volunteer. (more…)