Toxins In, Toxins Out

I remember when The Story of Stuff video and book came out a few years ago. Did you see it? Or read about it?  I like educational documentary-type movies that make you more aware about buying products or what you're actually putting into your body and on the planet. Then you can make the choice on your own how to live your life, and how much change to make.

Today I read this email headline:  "What are all those chemicals in your shampoo? your lipstick? your aftershave? And what do they have to do with asthma, cancer and learning disabilities?"

It tied in a lot of the things I learned at the Beauty Boot Camp Retreat from Shelly Ballestero and Joan Schrader.  Your skin is the largest organ of the body and it absorbs everything that you put on it.  The chemicals in the makeup, hair products, lotions, cholrine and flouride in the city tap water or local pool, cleaning solutions, chemicals leached from plastics or aluminum... everything.  Most of it is not tested or regulated so we're really experimenting with these everyday products and that may be creating health issues for many of us.

Since skin is also sponge-like, that's why when Skin Saver Salts and essential oil Solutions are made into a masque they create almost instant glow and fabulous looking skin!

Check out this short video and decide for yourself:




My take on this:

Reducing the amount of products you use with chemical ingredients will give your body a chance to detoxify and eliminate those toxins.  After all, our bodies are amazing machines that are designed to heal and rejuvenate themselves given the proper tools of nutrition, movement and wellness.  Drinking enough pure filtered alkaline water, eating whole foods, exercising regularly, and practicing detox and relaxation methods will help the process of becoming chemical-free and glowing health.

I've been using up the products that I already own and then buying the organic/natural chemical-free version next time. My method seems to be working so far!  Shelly told us about a few different makeup lines and products that are healthy options for our next buys.  I'm going to do some more research and see what

3 Things You Can Do Right Now
to Give the Beauty Industry a Makeover (SafeCosmetics.Org):

1. Share The Story of Cosmetics.

2. Take action to make sure cosmetics are safe before they're sold.

3. Donate to support awareness and change.

Be Beautiful!

Video: How To Do Oil Pulling (And Why You'd Want To)

Lately, I have to admit, oil pulling has been one of those things I've skipped. During vacation I did it a few times, but since being back I really have to get into my healthy habits routine... and oil pulling is the first thing to accomplish when waking up. I started using my coconut oil for beauty rather than consumption... so need to get a new bottle of that. For now I'm using the sunflower oil and it's not that bad (although coconut oil tastes much better).

Check out this video I found on oil pulling. It gives a great short explanation of what it is and how to do it.



Check out their website: http://finallyhealing.com

Au revoir!

Alkaline Delight

This evening I was able to refill my water jug with Kangen alkaline water at a local T-Tapper's house. Thank you Theresa B! She really has been so generous and openhearted. Tomorrow I'm going to use her Far Infrared Sauna and try out the MILA with my green monster. So exciting! Between all 3 things + T-Tapp, body brushing and massage I will be detoxed and super healthy in no time. Looking forward to filling you in tomorrow...


Food Log

Dinner

Leftover Black Beans & Brown Rice + Tomato, Garlic, Romaine and Lowfat Sour Cream.

Dessert

Chocolate Delight Granola.

VERY Delightful!!!

BOGO @ Publix right now. Glad I splurged. Total yumminess!

1901, you say? Here's why...



Catchy, huh!


Supplements

Alfalfa: 3 caps
nutraMetrix® Glucosatrin Bone & Joint Formula: 1 cap
nutraMetrix® Isotonix Calcium Complete: 1 serving
nutraMetrix® Isotonix OPC-3: 1 serving
Pyruvyl Glycine: 8 sprays

Water intake: 2 liters


Tonight I chopped up all the veggies for a classic Irish Beef Stew crock-pot recipe. Love having dinner ready before I walk in the door at the end of the day.

Wow, midnight already. There just aren't enough hours in the day...

Au revoir!

T-Tapp Media in Atlanta

Yesterday morning on Fox 5 Atlanta during the 8am hour Teresa Tapp and Renee McLaughlin demonstrated some T-Tapp workout techniques. Renee is a local T-Tapp Trainer here in Atlanta. Great video clip!

That was a part of the T-Tapp Broom workout they showed. I think it's very cool to use a household item to workout with! Can't get better than practically free, right?

What a coincidence that T-Tapp had Atlanta media during the same week that we're up here.

Teresa Tapp was also on the Dr. Fitness and the Fat Guy Radio Show yesterday morning.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RADIO PODCAST


Au revoir!

Hoe Down Showdown Video Clip

Check out this short video clip of the Hoe Down Showdown at the Annual T-Tapp Retreat courtesy of BlessedMama.

Jus: Dream in Color

Ever since my massage therapist introduced me to Jus I knew it was something that I wanted to be a part of. Jus is composed of 23 superfoods and has an amazingly high ORAC value.

I take 1 ounce of Jus a day (sometimes more if I feel like I need it) and can really tell a difference in energy levels and quicker healing. Plus, I have no more dark circles under my eyes!

1 ounce of Jus a day to keep the doctor away!

The best part is that it tastes good! With other types of juices, like Noni and Mangosteen, I really had to try to get used to them. Not with Jus! It was love at first taste. ♥ Everyone I have given a sample to loves it as well.

This comparison chart says so much about Jus!

I was able to attend a Jus Meeting in Clearwater last month. Meeting the people involved was wonderful. They are all full of energy, friendly and helpful. I learned a lot at that meeting and it really inspired me to want to join Jus International as an Independent Business Owner (IBO).


Check out this video to learn more about the power of Jus.

Dream in Color from Jus International on Vimeo.

Yesterday, with the help of Lauren, I signed up! We ordered enough of the 1 ounce gel samples for everyone to try at the T-Tapp Fitness Retreat next week. I'm so excited to share this amazing product with others, especially T-Tappers! Jus will help us power through the many workouts we do next weekend.

I am the type of person that doesn't talk about or promote products that I don't believe in. That's one of the reasons why I've been working at T-Tapp for over 10 years. I highly value the product, have felt the results personally and believe in sharing the wealth of knowledge with others. The same goes for Jus. This is great stuff!

If you're interested in learning more check out my Jus page, comment on my blog or email me directly at casey@t-tapp.com anytime!

Follow me (@Casey_Leigh)and @Juscorp on Twitter!

Dorm Room Kitchen Cookoff

I discovered this new site today called Food2. This video caught my eye.

ROCK bebe JEANS

I got an email from BEBE today about a new sweepstakes they're doing. AND spent the time making this ridiculous video on their site.

Check it out...

Charlotte's T-Tapp Success Story Video

This has been up for a few days and I had to share. I just love watching it, so I know you will too!

See Charlotte's success story video clip!

Netflix for Fitness

This weekend while looking for movies to watch online I discovered the Netflix has fitness videos! You can even watch many of them instantly online, which is fabulous. I've been wanting to check out some yoga/pilates videos (most of them have 3 stars). Go to Netflix.com > Sports & Fitness > Workouts.

Here are some that I want to try:

• Healing Yoga: For Aches and Pains
• Healing Yoga: For Common Conditions
• 10 Minute Solution: Yoga
• The Trainer's Edge: Long & Lean Yoga
• Crunch: Fat-Burning Pilates
• Crunch: Pick Your Spot Pilates
• Crunch: Burn and Firm Pilates
• 10 Minute Solution: Rapid Results Pilates
• Pick Your Level: Weight Loss Pilates

As I try these I'll post about my experience.