5 Keto Hacks for Losing Weight

Posted on October 3, 2018 by Krissyar

You can lose weight consistently in the Keto diet if you are serious about it. However, if you are looking to accelerate the process, there are some keto hacks for losing weight that you can apply in your life.

Keto diet is great for losing weight. However, the process takes some time and requires some level of commitment and dedication. In order to consistently lose weight on the Keto diet, you need to eat the right kind of foods. If you are looking to accelerate the process, you can try out some of these Keto hacks for losing weight.

  1. Try intermittent fasting

Intermittent fasting is a great way to push your body into the ketosis mood faster. Intermittent fasting implies the action of fasting at specific times during the day and eating after the time has expired. In other words, you limit the number of hours you eat and eat nothing during these hours. Then you can eat something after this period is over. The period is normally consistent and regular every day.

Intermittent fasting conditions your body to eat only when you are feeling hungry. You will be able to resist the urge to snack up calorie-packed foods and this results in losing weight faster.

  1. Create a meal plan

A meal plan is important as it will keep you on track when undergoing the Ketogenic diet. This is because you will be able to know exactly what you need to eat at any time. If you operate without a plan, it can be pretty easy to get distracted and eat food that will throw you off your ketosis.

Our minds are synchronized to follow patterns and when the pattern does not exist, we will normally start deviating to what we love. This means you will be looking to snack on your favorite foods and these foods could knock you off the Keto diet plan. A meal plan will also help you know exactly what to buy when you go shopping for food.

  1. Hydrate

If your body is in the ketosis state, you will be losing a lot of liquid during the first few days of this state. The stored water is used alongside glycogen and excess is taken out of the body through urine. Sodium salts, dissolved in the water also leave the body. Our bodies need this water and the sodium salts to keep some hormones in check and you need to keep replenishing the lost water.

Drinking an electrolyte will help restore the salts and keep everything in perspective. Water is important for metabolism as well.

  1. Get enough sleep

Sleep is important in the regulation of circadian rhythm and we should get as much sleep as possible. The metabolic process also works great when we are rested and sleeping. Remember that your body is really trying to adapt to the new foods and the metabolic process could be off. Sleep will do wonders here.

  1. Eat fat bombs

If you are in Ketosis, your body will be using fats as a source of energy after the depletion of glycogen. You need to keep providing energy to the body and this is where the fat bombs come in handy. The fats will be broken down into ketones and this will speed up the weight loss process.

 

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Fun & Fluffy Slime Recipe

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Krissyar

It seems like slime is all the rage for kids, no matter what the age. My daughters and my son all enjoy making slime, and our favorite is this fun & fluffy slime recipe. We’ve made it a ton of times, but seems like we always need to tweak it each time; I think because its so hard to really measure the amount of glue and starch you use.

Here’s what you’ll need for the fun and fluffy slime recipe:

  • a large bowl for mixing
  • a few cups (I just use throw away)
  • a gallon of Elmer’s Glue (it’s the best value, and you’ll always have some on hand when you want to make a new slime recipe)
  • Liquid starch
  • Food coloring if you want to make colored slime (my favorite)
  • Some slime bling – this is my favorite, as it has a little bit of everything
  • Rags and/or paper towels for clean up
  • Vinegar (also helps with clean up)
  • and the secret to the ‘fluffy’ slime – extra creamy shaving cream

 

So first you’ll want to put about 2 cups of the glue in your mixing bowl. Again it doesn’t have to be perfect, because you’ll probably need to tweak it here or there to get the right consistency. Sometimes I have to add a bit more glue, sometimes I have to add a bit more starch. TIP: if it’s sticky, you need more starch!
Add about one cup of shaving cream, and mix the shaving cream and clue together. I have learned a spatula works the best. If you want color, add a *few* drops of food coloring, and add more until you get the color desired.
Stir everything together – and once its at the desired color, you will start adding the starch.

Add 2-3 tablespoons of starch to the glue/shaving cream mixture.  Be sure to stir for a few minutes to make sure its mixed well, and then start kneading it kind of like a pizza dough. Then you can knead it on parchment paper, or a glass plate.

Just remember – if the mixture is too sticky, add more starch. If its too hard, add more glue.

Add your slime bling – let sit for a few minutes – and then enjoy!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tips on Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Krissyar

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month I figured it might be a good time to think a little bit deeper on ways to help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Though breast cancer risk factors like family history can’t be changed, you can at least make some lifestyle changes to help lower that risk.

Breast cancer prevention starts with healthy habits – and these types of changes have been shown in studies to help decrease breast cancer risk even in high-risk women.

  • Limit Alcohol. The more you drink -the more the risk of developing breast cancer. The general consensus is to limit yourself to less than 1 drink per day. Even small amounts of alcohol can increase your risk.
  • Don’t Smoke. There is evidence suggesting a link between smoking and breast cancer risk especially in pre menopausal women.
  • Control Your Weight. Obesity increases the risk of breast cancer, especially if you gain weight later in life (especially after menopause).
  • Get Active. Physical activity is good for your general health – but also to help maintain a healthy weight (which as we mentioned above, does help prevent breast cancer). Its recommended you get at least 30 minutes of physical activity at least 5 days a week.
  • Breast Feed if Possible. Besides health benefits for your baby, breast feeding may play a role in breast cancer prevention.

 

Be vigilant about breast cancer detection. If you notice any changes in your breasts, such as a new lump or skin changes, consult your doctor. Also, ask your doctor when to begin mammograms and other screenings based on your personal history.

DID YOU KNOW??

  • A woman in the United States has about a 1-in-8 chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer.*

  • About 40,920 women in the U.S. are expected to die in 2018 from breast cancer.

  • Breast cancer incidence and death rates generally increase with age.

  • Women and men with a family history of breast cancer, especially in a first-degree relative are at increased risk for the disease. Compared to women without a family history, risk for women with one affected first-degree female relative is 2 times higher and with more than one first-degree relative the risk is 3-4 times higher.

 

 

*https://www.cancer.org/content/dam/cancer-org/research/cancer-facts-and-statistics/breast-cancer-facts-and-figures/breast-cancer-facts-and-figures-2017-2018.pdf

 

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Behind the Scenes of Dent Schoolhouse – and New Treats at Dunkin’!

Posted on September 29, 2018 by Krissyar

Every Halloween season me and my niece Kayla search for the scariest adventures we can find!  We finally got to go to the Dent Schoolhouse last year for the first time so to get the chance to do the behind the scenes tour thanks to Dunkin’ Donuts we jumped on it! Literally! This Haunted house is not like any other!  (It was creepy even with the lights on!) It’s rumored that the old school house in actually haunted!

So the story goes that the Dent Schoolhouse was actually a real school that opened in 1894, and still has the original working school bell in the bell tower. Rumor has it that children started to go missing around the 1940’s and 1950’s! They say that Charlie the janitor at the school was the one who was responsible for the missing children. It’s been said that he had the rotting bodies of the students he had murdered stored in the basement!

We really don’t know if this is truly what happened but the school was closed down in the 1950’s and never opened again. The Boy Scouts ended up opening the school as a haunted house until the current owners transformed it into what we now know as The Dent Schoolhouse.  It’s now been a haunted attraction for over 20 years, and gets scarier every year! Everything in the schoolhouse is themed as if the schoolhouse shut down in the 1950’s and the is jam-packed full of real antiques and artifacts from that era.

The haunt is home to over 200 prop jack o’lanterns and the catacombs section of the schoolhouse is home to almost 4,000 handmade human skulls! America Haunts has ranked The Dent Schoolhouse as #3 in America for 2018

 

Be prepared for MONSTER sized spiders, a trash dump filled with human body parts and don’t forget the saw that cuts up the human flesh for the school’s sloppy joes!

The Dent Schoolhouse has over 200 employees throughout the season from costume and makeup design to GREAT actors that really know how to play the part! Thanks to The Dent Schoolhouse and Dunkin’ Donuts we got a chance to get some hands on experience with one of their make up artist and created a scary look of our own!

The Dent Schoolhouse is open Thursdays and Sundays 7:30pm – 10pm and Fridays and Saturdays 7:30pm – 12am now through November 3rd!  You can get discounted tickets for the Dent Schoolhouse at all 47 Great Cincinnati area Dunkin’ Donuts locations including the NEW Burlington, KY store that’s now open!

National Coffee day is today 9/29! Don’t forget to stop by your local Dunkin’ Donuts for a BOGO offer (Saturday 9/29/18 Only) Buy any Hot Coffee & Get One of equal or lesser value FREE!!

While you’re there make sure you get some of their AMAZING donuts! We got to decorate some donuts during our scary adventure at the Dent Schoolhouse. We also got to try their new Oreo Donuts and Oreo Hot Chocolate that comes out October 1st! It was AMAZING!

Make sure you come back to The Dent Schoolhouse in December for one weekend ONLY  (12/7 & 12/8) to celebrate Christmas at a haunted house with their “A Christmas Nightmare”.

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How to Give Your Pet a Perfect Life

Posted on September 28, 2018 by Krissyar

A pet is part of the family. In fact, pet owners commonly accommodate their pets even if it meaning going out of their way, spending extra money for toys and supplies, and some people might even move locations for a better environment for their pet. Different pets require different accommodations, however, so what’s does yours need for maximum happiness? Give your pet the best with this simple guide.

Dogs

Your dog will always think you’re the best person in the world, even if your cat doesn’t. For this loyalty, your dog should be rewarded. Whether you have a Pomeranian or Rhodesian Ridgeback, all dogs deserve their own bed. Pamper your dog with top-tier dog food as well. Make sure your pooch is fed with grain-free food; grain-heavy food can cause weight gain in your pup. Top-tier brands like Acana Regionals Dog Food and Holistic Select Grain Free provide great options for both dry and wet foods respectively.

When it comes to fun, your dog is probably a pro. A ride in the car with the windows down, a walk in the park or along the beach, maybe some frisbee or stick toss, will always keep your dog entertained. Many dog breeds require space to roam and run, which may necessitate a move for a larger yard or regular trips to the dog park.

Cats

Your cat may sit across from you in the morning with a scowl on her face, but when you’ve had a hard day at work, she also wastes no time on curling up in your lap as you binge your latest Netflix obsession. Make sure your cat gets the exercise she needs while you’re gone all day with a cat castle, tree or condo. Cats have a natural instinct for heights that lets them survey the lay of the land.

For a treat, get your cat organic catnip and a feather dangly. Similarly to dogs, cats shouldn’t be fed grain-heavy foods, as it can increase their weight. Feline Natural and Orijen are two of the top cat food brands of 2018.

Rabbits

Rabbits are a more uncommon pet due to the fact they are prey animals. Rabbits can be afraid of anything, so it’s paramount that you provide safe places for him to hide. Cardboard boxes with two exits can work well indoors. If he is an outdoor rabbit, a thoroughly fenced yard coupled with a tube system he can hide in will also make him happy.

Rabbits graze, and they don’t do well with specific eating times. Rather, rabbits do best when they can nibble on grass, lettuce, carrots, etc. all day long. However, rabbits can be beggars when it comes to pellet food. Resist his cute wiggly nose, as overfeeding will cause weight gain.

Dogs, cats and rabbits all have special needs. Dogs typically require more outdoor time, while cats are self-sufficient when given enough food, water and litter. While rabbits will fend for themselves if left outside, it’s important they are given the shelter they need to hide from potential predators. Take the steps above to ensure your pet is happy, healthy and leads the best life it possibly can.

 

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