Relax, Refresh and Rejuvenate

The Dr. OZ Show!!

2010-02-19T13:32:00.000-08:00

Dr. OZ is kind and warm. What a great Dr.

Me and Dr. Roizen who wrote You on a Diet

I had the time of my life in New York taping the Dr. OZ show. I will be mentoring 3 ladies in their quest to lose weight and get healthier. I am so excited about doing this. They are 3 amazing ladies and I am so blessed to have this opportunity.

The Doctors and the staff were wonderful to work with. I will keep you all posted and let you know when the show will air. Thank you for the wonderful comments and support.

Visit me at: "Get Up and Get Moving"

Eat well and have Beautiful Skin

2009-05-01T07:25:00.000-07:00

Fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, good quality oils and fats, and allot of pure water are the basics for good skin health. These foods make for a healthy functioning of the internal organs, which is reflected in the condition of the skin. Here is another tip. High- fiber foods move wastes quickly through the large intestine, plenty of water flushes out toxins from the body through the kidneys, and an abundance of fresh, leafy green veggies keeps the liver working efficiently to detoxify the bloodstream. Glowing, smooth, and blemish-free skin is an indication that all is well internally.

Pomegranate to soften your skin. A glass of pure, natural pomegranate juice is great, but try to have at least a cup of pomegranate seeds - not just the juice. This fruit is packed with Vitamin C. The juice in pomegranate seeds contains punic alagin both and ellagic acid. The first is a compound that fights damage from free radicals. The second is a super nutrient that increases your body's ability to preserve collagen, the connective tissue that makes your skin look younger, smoother and soft.

Blueberries to smooth fine lines. Blueberries are truly a super food. They contain more fiber and antioxidants than any other food. Enjoy eating at least one half to one cup of berries and give your skin the benefit of protection from skin damaging free radicals that come from over-exercising, emotional stress and too much sun exposure. Blueberries prevent cell-structure damage that can lead to fine lines, wrinkles and loss of skin firmness.

How to look and feel great!

2009-04-10T08:41:00.000-07:00

20 way’s to look and feel great

1.	Eat The Right Food, Follow A Healthy Diet
2.	Minimize Snacks
3.	Get Exercise
4.	Learn to be patient with yourself
5.	Pay attention of your loved ones
6.	Stop Complaining
7.	Be Grateful
8.	Take a nap
9.	Reach a comfortable body weight
10.	Put positive thoughts in your head
11.	Get some quiet time
12.	Learn to get yourself motivated
13.	Get in contact with your spiritual self
14.	Stop over scheduling yourself
15.	Go to a neighbor’s house and socialize
16.	Straighten up your home and keep it that way.
17.	Switch from glasses to contact lenses
18.	Get your relationships in order
19.	Smile and Laugh
20.	Stay away from people who make you feel bad.

Why I am running for Mrs. Idaho

2009-04-05T18:20:00.000-07:00

What a great way to celebrate some major changes I have made in my life. I am running for Mrs. Idaho America. It brings me great joy to share my story. I have been so blessed to speak to so many people about the positive changes I have made since being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.

Here is my story to share.

I was pregnant with my 3rd child at age 37. I went in for my normal check up. As I stepped on the scale and noticed I had a 10 pound weight gain. I simply could not believe my eyes. The nurse softly said do you have diabetes? I said NO!! She then started quickly looking through my chart and said that is weird I can't find your blood work from your gestational diabetes test. She then went on to say she would give the Lab a call. As she walked back towards me looking down I felt something wasn't right. She said I am so sorry to let you know but your test came back positive. I asked why I was not notified and she said somehow my test results did not come over from the lab.

She sent me right over for a 3 hour blood glucose test and I again tested positive. Knowing I only had 6 weeks until my due date I needed to work fast and learn all I could to know how to eat and what to do to better my health for myself and my baby. She gave me a load of paper work to read on gestational diabetes and also gave me food guide lines to follow. I followed the food guide and when I returned each week for testing my test were in range. I felt much relief.

I ended up delivering my baby 3 weeks early so I only knew I had diabetes for 3 weeks of my pregnancy. I had my post glucose tests after my son was born and the nurse said that there was no diabetes showing. I got one more my test the day we went home. Again I was told I could return to regular foods that the diabetes gone.

My son was very sick his first year of life. I was up with him nightly and was at the Doctor office many times to find out he had bronchitis and ear infections. It was really hard on my body because I wasn’t feeling well myself. I could not drop a pound no matter how hard I tried and I was having really bad headaches. I wanted to go to the Doctor to see what was up but my son was so ill I just kept putting it off. Finally I could not take another day of the headaches and I called my Doctor.

Dr. Rick Robert's over at Saltzer medical group. He got me in the next day and did a bunch of tests. He also ended up sending me home with a blood monitor. He taught me how to use it and said now don't get worried I just want to see how your blood sugar test's out. When I get the monitor in a few weeks we will discuss the results. He went on to talk about the different types of diabetes than he said with a smile I see you back in a few weeks. A few weeks past and I went back in to see Dr. Roberts; He asked how I was feeling? I told him I was not feeling any better. :-(

He took the monitor back and had it hooked up to his computer that printed out the results. He came in and said Well, Jill you do have diabetes. I froze and then began to cry. He said listen, I am going to give you a diet plan that will help allot and the pounds will start dropping off. He then said I need to do some type of aerobic program, machine or walking will do but you need to do it faithfully 5 days a week for the next month and then let’s have you back in and see your progress. He then went on to say that he would like me to test my blood before I eat and 1 hr after I eat 3 times a day.

Well, my next visit brought Joy as he told me your numbers look great so I can tell you have been eating right. I stepped on the scale to see a there was a 13 pound loss. I remember the feeling of relief that came over me. I knew what I had to do to get myself better. It was such a pleasing thought to know that I could act upon what my Dr. said to do and I will continue to get good results and that is exactly what I did.

On January 2008 I slipped and fell on black Ice. I had a rotation fall where when I fell my ankle turned both ways and broke on both sides. I had to have surgery and a plate with 6 screws put in my Fibula and while in surgery my surgeon was going to add 3 screws to my Tibia but because it aligned he decided that in the long run it would be better for that bone to heel all the way through. I was on the couch off of my ankle for the 7 weeks than had to use crutches for the next 3+ months. Total healing time was 9 1/2 months.

In that 9 mo I could have sat around and ate and watched the weight come back on. I just could not do that after all the hard work so I did the opposite and with the continuing of eating 6 small meals a day I reached a weight I haven't seen in 14 yrs. I have seriously had to get rid of all of my clothes and start from scratch.

It’s been about 3 yrs since I found out I had diabetes and I have lost 90 pounds now.

I feel great and the best thing of all is sharing my story with others and being able to help others educate themselves with the risk factors of diabetes and start now to live a better healthier life so they don’t have to go through what I went through.

I want to thank Doctor Roberts for being such a great Doctor and teaching me so much about diabetes and what to do to change my life. I also want to thank my family for being there for me though this very big trial and standing by my side cheering me on through my successes.

Take a break!!!!

2009-04-01T17:31:00.000-07:00

There is quite a bit of research available today that suggests that stress plays a large role in overall health (mentally,physically, and emotionally)
Symptoms can be from heart disease, chronic fatigue to migraines or headaches and many more.Maybe you've had little sleep with a crying infant, or you wake to the relentless demands of your toddler who is having a melt down over what cereal you poured or what clothes to wear.....you're buried beneath piles of clothes, diapers and endless list of to do's. Sounds like stress to me!!!
And, yes, I've been there too on more occasions than I care to admit.
It seems in this ever-fast paced world we live in there is bound to be stress that's put upon us on a continual basis and cannot be avoided. There is a very wise saying that continues to hold it's weight today -
"God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the COURAGE to change the things I can and the WISDOM to know the difference". However, there are some tools to keep you from being run down and burned out!
Here are some ideas to help you slow down and take a break:

Take a walk on the beach, park or relaxing area..- Get some Exercise, fresh air and soak in the sunshine!
Manicure/Pedicure
Listen to your favorite music
Write in a journal - use part of it to express feelings, contemplate, but also have another section where you keep the "pearls" or things of value or meaning. You can also make a thankful journal to list things you are thankful for this can lift your spirits.
Indulge in a small item
Turn off the Phone, TV, cell phone, computer etc, and just enjoy the quiet to reflect, relax and recharge
Laugh & smile - add some humor, release the pent up tension. - Do a really silly dance in front of the mirror, I'll bet you laugh!
Take a 5to10minute "escape" - close your eyes and picture yourself in your favorite place doing your favorite thing. Take a few deep breaths and you will feel great.
Get a massage - professionally or even sign up a family member
Count your blessings - there are so many if we take the time to see the
Say "NO" to an obligation you don't need or want to take on.

Dry Skin

2009-01-12T15:05:00.000-08:00

I have been dealing with dry skin. I call it winter skin...

I have tried a few things that are making a difference. If you are dealing with this problem take a look at the following and see if any of these improve the problem.

Moisturize More You may have found a moisturizer that works just fine in summer. But as weather conditions change, so, too, should your skin care. I have been using an "ointment" moisturizer that's oil-based, instead of a water-based, as the oil will create a protective layer on the skin that retains more moisture than a cream or lotion. *****Big Hint: Many lotions labeled as (night cream) are oil-based.

But choose your oils with care because not all oils are appropriate for the face. Instead, look for "non clogging" oils, like mineral oil, avocado oil, or even primrose oil.

Shea oil or butter is controversial they may clog the facial pores. Vegetable shortening is a big no no!! It just sits on the skin and makes it greasy it does not absorb into the skin.

You can also look for lotions containing "humectants," including glycerin or alpha hydroxy acids that will make your skin feel great because they actually attract moisture to your skin.

I have been doing my microderm abrasion a little less often but love the alpha hydroxy acids because they really do make a difference.

Here is another thing that has been making a difference. My Humidifier!!! Thank heavens for these. No longer living near the ocean, I love my Humidifier year round. With Central heating as well as dry air it really makes a bad combo. Get a Humidifier and you will love the difference in your skin.

Leave a comment if you have something to share that has worked for you. It's nice to get feedback from others!!

Beat the winter BLUES!!

2009-01-03T17:00:00.000-08:00

Beat the winter BLUES with these easy ideas.

Even though it's winter, soak up some rays. Sunshine's known to be a major mood-booster. In fact, in some Northern European countries where the sun rarely shines during winter, people go for light therapy to fight depression. (But sun damage is even more depressing than sun deprivation--make sure you wear sunscreen.)
Keep blinds open during the day to let as much light in your home as possible.
I have had seasonal depression and if I don't get enough light I feel blue.
Treat your skin to something special
Give your skin some extra special care. When you pamper yourself, it shows. So commit to better daily skincare and give yourself at-home facial for skin-smoothing results. Go to my web page and check out the latest in at home Spa products.
It would be nice to treat yourself .
Color your mood happy.
When you're feeling down about what you see in the mirror, don't grab for that gray coat that matches your mood perfectly. Put on a bright color to kick you back into gear. For example, try red, the most energetic color in the spectrum.
Go for a free makeover.
Make your way to the makeup counter of your local department store and ask for some assistance trying new colors. If you always wear shades of plum, tell the sales associate to break out the peach tones for a completely new look.
You'll go home with a fab look on life.
Laugh.
You really can't help but feel a lift after a good laugh, and a smile is one of your best beauty accessories. Find your funniest friend or rent a comedy video and watch your spirits rise. I love the movie failure to launch and find when I am down if I pop that in I am in a much better mood even if I don't watch the whole movie.

Water is your friend

2008-12-20T07:39:00.000-08:00

Why don't I feel well?

The answer is simple: drink water!Water is pure liquid refreshment and accounts for a large percentage of what makes each of us "human." The average 150 lb. adult body contains 40 to 50 quarts of water. Almost 2/3rds of our body weight is "water weight":
Blood is 83% water
Muscles are 75% water
The brain is 74% water
Bone is 22% water
The Fountain of Youth, Health, and Everything Else that's Good Water is necessary for your body to digest and absorb vitamins and nutrients. It also detoxifies the liver and kidneys, and carries away waste from the body. And when it comes to digestion . . . it's just not happening without water. Fiber alone cannot aid proper digestive function by itself. In fact, without water as its partner, good fiber goes bad, causing constipation and extreme discomfort.If you're dehydrated, your blood is literally thicker, and your body has to work much harder to cause it to circulate. As a result, the brain becomes less active, it's hard to concentrate, your body feels fatigued, and you just "poop out." Water - The Miracle Worker Simple water -- when it's pure and free of contaminants -- is truly a "wonder drug." Without chemicals, additives, or anything unnatural, a steady dose of 8 glasses of water a day (ideally ½ your body weight in ounces of water) will:
Improve Your Energy
Increase Your Mental and Physical Performance
Remove Toxins & Waste Products from your body
Keep Skin Healthy and Glowing
Help You Lose Weight
Reduce Headaches and Dizziness
Allow for proper Digestion
Help to keep you more Alkaline
Drinking Water is Heart-Healthy: "Your Body's Many Cries For Just A Good Glass Of Water" most times your “hunger” is your body asking for water – not food. It's also important to remember that when the body is dehydrated, fat cells get "rubbery" and cannot be easily metabolized. This means that it's harder to lose when you don't drink your water. Who Can Benefit From A Water Regimen? Everyone . . . including YOU! Water is especially important for pregnant women and nursing mothers. For athletes and work-out fanatics, drinking water reduces cardiovascular stress and improves performance. And, since water reduces body temperature, it makes the whole exercise process safer and more effective.Water is also an important "healing tool" for people with a history of kidney stones. Since water dissolves calcium in the urine, downing at least 8 glasses daily reduces the risk of stone formation. Drinking water is also valuable in preventing urinary tract infections in both men and for women, flushing impurities out of the system.Even mild dehydration makes you more susceptible to viruses. Water is a powerful weapon in my war on colds and other illnesses. I've also found that water helps me recover more quickly.When your body is hydrated, drainage from allergies and colds doesn't stick and collect in your throat and lungs, and your cough is more "productive". Even cold sores that appear on the lips are minimized by drinking water because those eruptions tend to favor dry areas on the body.Tips for Drinking Water I know how hard it can be to remember to drink enough water every day, but I also know how hard it can be to bounce back from the effects of being even mildly dehydrated. So I'd like to share a few easy tips to help you reach your "water mark" every day:
You are naturally thirsty i.e. “dehydrated” in the morning . . . help your body flush out the toxins it has been processing all night and take advantage of this thirst to get a “leg up” on your daily water requirements by drinking a glass of water first thing.
Don't wait until you're thirsty to have a drink – you are already dehydrated if you feel thirsty.
Set a timer to remind yourself to establish a habit of drinking water and keep a bottle of water with you at all times.
Compensate for diuretics . . . thieves that steal water from your body. If you drink coffee, tea, or sodas with caffeine, you'll need to drink a few extra glasses of water to make up for the water that these diuretic beverages "leech" from your system.

2008-12-18T08:34:00.000-08:00

Skin Logics. 3 step program

We should all be doing a 3 step program, Day and Night.
Cleaning, Tonic and than Moisturizer. We should also use a Facial Scrub as needed.
BeautiControl has a wonderful 3 step program. I remember when I first used my Skin Logics
it took about a week and I noticed a big difference in the texture and clarity of my skin. I have been hooked ever since. Now I just want to share it with everyone.
Contact me by e-mail if you would like to re-order or place an order. Spa.withme@live.com

Beauty Starts from within

2008-12-07T05:43:00.000-08:00

Be Kind to Yourself

Be Kind to Yourself"Treating myself like a precious rose will only make me stronger

A huge part of loving and accepting myself has been learning how to treat myself kindly. Sadly, this form of kindness hasn't always come naturally to me. I harbor an inner task manager ,critic who drives me in a quest for perfection, to be always on the ball; to act as if I have it all together.This taskmaster goes crazy when I'm grumpy, emotional, tired,angry, or self critical. What do you do when you're feeling terible? Do you treat yourself kindly when you mess up? How do you treat yourself when you're not on your "best behavior?" Do you honor your body when it calls for rest, a break or a bath?
I spent years depressed and angry. A huge contributing factor to my unhappiness was Anger: towards myself. I treated myself with no compassion or tenderness: I was very harsh and hard on myself for mistakes I made. When I got into taking better care of myself I started changing my habits and made taking care of myself a priority. I found that I no longer had to feed this whole inside by buying a pair of shoes or buying somthing I wanted. I know down deep inside taking care of myself goes way beyond buying things for myself. Real self care is about being tender and compassionate with myself as I would with a small child.I think we all mistakenly think that growing up means becoming a stern, touch, taskmaster.
If I want to feel better than I need to treat myself better.If you yell at child it doesn't cause them to behave...at least, not for the right reasons, and not permanently. Discipline and punishment don't work in the long run, either. Those same tactics fail on ourselves. Yet think of how many times we as women engage in such behavior: squeezing into too small clothing, or not buying new clothes until we've lost weight. Think of eating too little, eating too much. Think of too much work, not enough rest, not enough play.We are all such tender creatures.
I like the saying "Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle."
Women's strength---our ability to tread through the slings and arrows of life, with our courage intact---is only surpassed by our fragility: our willingness to open our hearts wide, to love, and give love to those in need . Woman are born with a soft spot.When you're feeling ,lost, scared, angry, tired, worn out, instead of making things worse by punishing yourself or labeling your feelings as "bad," offer yourself the gift of kindness. With a quiet mind, ask yourself, "What do I most need right now?" When you get an answer find away to meet that
need and take care of you.

Winter will be coming. Now let's talk skin care.

2008-12-04T10:40:00.000-08:00

During the winter months, we need to pay even more attention to how we treat our skin, according to dermatologists.

While oily skin might not experience that much change from season to season, skin that's normal, dry or sensitive will usually need more moisturizing during the winter, Even when it's raining outside, heated indoor air is drying to the skin, and cold winds will have the same effect. Using a humidifier in the winter is a must. It’s great for the skin to have moisture in the air during the winter months. People with any skin type should use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 year-round. We know that even on a cloudy day in winter, you're going to get significant amounts of ultraviolet exposure. "A lot of people say 'I'm not outdoors very much, I'm just going in and out of my car.' But a study looked at incidental sun exposure -- something that's not intentional -- and it's about 11 hours a week, which is a lot. So you still need to protect your skin." That goes double for people who participate in winter sports like skiing or snowboarding, where they are exposed to more intense sunlight at higher elevations, coupled with wind and cold, for hours at a time.

While people who still insist on lying on the beach in the summer tend to be quite aware of how long their skin is exposed to the sun. winter sports enthusiasts may be out in the sun all day with little thought to its negative effects.

Dermatologist suggests that people who spend a lot of time outdoors in the winter use a sunscreen that's a little thicker than one they might use during the summer to ensure full coverage and hydration.

Skin-care problems like eczema, atopic dermatitis or keratotis pilaris (rough, dry areas on the cheeks or the backs of arms, more common in young children) can often flare up during the winter. Older people, whose skin loses its ability to retain moisture, can develop a condition called asteatotic eczema, which Jang says can be particularly debilitating. "If left untreated, it can get itchy and red and angry and start to really impact on a person's quality of life."

People with any of these problems need to be vigilant about using a non-sensitizing moisturizer. Curel, BurtsBees, or Lubriderm are all great products that can help your skin.

For basic skin care during the winter, you should cleanse your face twice a day, and choose a cream-based cleanser if your skin is dry or sensitive. It should leave your face feeling soft, rather than tight or dry.

At night, use a light moisturizer and during the day, a sunscreen or a moisturizer with an SPF of at least 30.

"I would tend to use less abrasives, less exfoliants, less glycolic acids during the winter." Those products and creams containing retinol can be especially drying or irritating during the winter

Eating Right!!

2008-11-16T09:20:00.000-08:00

Below are helpful hints on eating healthy.

Proteins
Chicken breast
Turkey breast
Lean ground turkey
Sord fish
Orange roughy
Haddock Tuna Salmon
Lobster
Crab
Shrimp
Top round steak
Top sirloin steak
Lean ground beef
Buffalo
Lean ham
Egg whites or substitutes
Trout
Low-fat cottage cheese
Wild-game meat

Vegetables
Broccoli
Asparagus
Lettuce
Peas
Cauliflower
Green beans
Green peppers
Mushrooms
Spinach
Tomato
Carrots
Brussels sprouts
Artichoke
Cabbage
Celery
Zucchini
Cucumber
Onion

Fats
Cold-water fish
Sunflower seeds
Pumpkin seeds
Avocado
Natural peanut butter
Low-sodium nuts
Olives and olive oil
Safflower oil
Canola oil
Sunflower oil
Flax seed oil

Carbohydrates
Baked potato
Sweet potato
Yams
Squash
Pumpkin
Steamed brown rice
Steamed wild rice
Pasta
Oatmeal
Barley
Beans
Kidney beans
Corn
Strawberries
Melon
Apple
Orange
Fat-free yogurt
Whole-wheat bread
High-fiber cereal
Whole-wheat Tortilla
Whole grains

Vegetarian Proteins
Tempeh
Seitan
Soy foods
Texturized vegetable protein
Veggie burgers

Fats to Avoid
Sweets
Fried foods
Mayonnaise
Butter
Whole-fat dairy products

Dancing is great for the soul!!

2008-10-23T17:00:00.000-07:00

Ballet dancing started in the 16th century. It became so big that royalty were getting dance masters to teach them ballet. Slow yet steady body movement can relax the soul and the power of ballet dancing can help your body tone and let stress out at the same time. There is a healing power in ballet dancing. Give it a try. You will love how you feel.

Tap dancing is a great, Remember that old advice about punching a pillow when something upsets you? Tap allows you to strike the floor instead! Tap dancing is a form of expression. As you study it, you will find that tap steps and combinations can have moods and ideas associated with them. This can be an excellent way to relieve stress through expressing those emotions! Your soul will thrive after a tap class and you will feel a calm come over you and sleep like a baby that night.

Modern dance is a style of dance that is very emotionally expressive than classical ballet. When modern dancing first got started, the public society did not like it at all, but it eventually grew on them. Now, it is an integral part of the dance world. Modern dance is great exercise and will melt pounds away. Go for it! Sign up for a class and give it a try.

Dancing is even good for your skin. Because of the feeling of well being, dance also brings an excellent glow to the skin, no other tonic, moisturizer could ever be replaced with.

Dancing makes anyone feel on top of the world. The spirit can flow and release stress from body movement. Dance is a perfect way to let your soul soar.

Dancing can make a great date night. Enroll in a 12 week class that teaches varies types of partner dance. The two main styles of ballroom dancing are international style and American style.

The Rumba, Cha Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Swing and Fox trot dances are some of the most popular types of ballroom dancing enjoyed worldwide.Ballroom dancing is formal, social dancing. The word "ball" is from the Latin word ballare, which means dance. Ballroom dancing is done by a couple; one person leads and the other follows the steps. Dancing can bring an emotional bond with your partners soul, as you practice your dance moves at home it's one more way to share time and bond with one another.

So dance your little heart out and let your soul thrive.

The good in the wold that people do!

2008-10-07T13:22:00.000-07:00

http://www.justmom.net/

A friend of mine has a great cause. Click on her web page above
and see the great cause in action. Help where you can. This has been a dream of hers and it is so good
to see it come true for her. She is a wonderful person with a great heart. Gina I love you!!!!!!!!!!

Win a free hand bag!!!

2008-10-03T10:39:00.000-07:00

Handbag Planet is almost here. To celebrate the October 15, 2008 launch, They are giving away a free handbag every hour for 24 hours on the day of the launch. Our high fashion, trendy handbags are inspired by popular designer brands and priced between $30 and $80.
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Good Luck!!!

Nominated and Honored

2008-09-24T13:30:00.000-07:00

Hi friends and all who support this blog. I have been nominated a

LOVE THIS SITE AWARD
Once again I am touched by such a honer and am grateful to those who see my site as useful.
Please take a moment to go to the left side of my blog where you can see the I love this site badge. Click on it to vote.

Thank you so much for your support...

Enter the 2008 REV. spokesperson contest.

2008-09-11T07:11:00.000-07:00

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I was honored

2008-09-09T07:39:00.000-07:00

DR. Geoffrey W. Rutledge MD,PhD
contacted me and asked my to be a blogger on his Wellsphere site.
He complimented my spa blog and said he would love to feature it on his web site.
I was honored.
You have to go to Wellsphere to check out their new and way improved site. It's a great place to get some good advice about health. It also has goal setting and a lot of way's to keep you motivated to reach your goals.

Jill K.

Skin Health Community

Skin Logics! The best thing you can do for your skin.

2008-08-22T07:56:00.000-07:00

A few weeks back Oprah had her favorite things show on and they were talking about instant manicure. I love that product and how wonderful my hands feel after. I also love the Skin Logics set. What a wonderful Skin care line. My skin is so consistent and I can depend on the product to see that it stays that way. I have had so many happy clients that love the product. I was so happy when I found this line that I had to try it. With in 2 weeks my skin was much softer and I felt the difference. If you would like to give Skin Logics a try. E-mail me if you would like to place an order. ldsknappfamily@hotmail.com

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Before & After and feeling great! By: Jill Knapp

2008-07-08T05:15:00.000-07:00

Sometimes when I look at pictures of me when I was heavy I don't even recognize that person. It feels great to have the weight off and be healthier and happier

with myself. One of the biggest influences in my life that told me I can make anything in my life happen was my wonderful Mother-in law who I adored. I know If she was still alive she would say"See I new you had it in you"
I am so grateful I had
her in my life and still to this day I hear her positive voice within.

Wear your Sunscreen!!!!!!

2008-07-07T13:46:00.000-07:00

Skin is definitely in come summer, but if you don't take care of your precious epidermis, you won't have much to flaunt for long.
Kim Peaks from Florida learned just how unforgiving the sun could be during a summer trip to a beach house. "I sunbathed from morning to sundown — without sunscreen. I got burned so badly that you could see how red my skin was right through a white golf shirt. Blisters developed on my chest and I had to apply antibacterial ointment and gauze because I was afraid of getting an infection." Needless to say this was a onetime occurrence.
It doesn't matter whether you're 6 or 60 — overexposure does you harm. "When you're young, you can never imagine getting older," say dermatologist say you get a lot of sun damage before you're 18 and it's very expensive to undo it."
Wrinkles, sun spots and premature aging are just some of the skin problems you can develop. Most dangerous of all though is skin cancer, which can occur after only one serious sunburn. And while it is the most preventable of cancers, the Dermatology Association estimates of the 78,000 new cases of all types of non-melanoma skin cancer expected this year, more than 60 or 80 per cent will be basal cell skin cancer, making this the most common form of skin cancer. While the damage can usually be cured if caught early, if undiagnosed it can spread and be fatal.
This summer be safe in the sun by following these four tips for looking after your skin:
1. Wear sunscreen
"The single most important thing you can do is use a sunscreen, "You get UV light all year round." To be protected, choose a product with an SPF of at least 25 that combats both UVA and UVB rays, put it on at least 20 minutes before going outside and reapply every one to two hours. If you are in the pool or at the lake, using a waterproof or water-resistant product is fine, but you must still reapply after toweling off.
2. Avoid the sun
To minimize overexposure to the sun, Health Canada recommends staying out of the sun at peak times, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. during the summer months. If you have to be outside, sit in the shade and away from reflective surfaces such as water and sand. Wear a wide-brimmed hat and tightly woven clothes, which are harder for the sun to penetrate, as well as good sunglasses with proper UV protection. Also keep in mind that some medications, such as Accutane and tetracycline, make you even more sensitive to the sun.
3. Use a self-tanner
If you want a sun-kissed look, grab a bottle of self-tanner. I believe in these because they are not bad for your skin but can still give you that sun glow.. For best coverage and to reduce streaking, exfoliate the skin from head to toe and remove all unwanted body hair about 24 to 48 hours before application. Because self-tanners remain on the skin's surface, avoid taking a shower or going into the pool for at least three hours after applying and do not dress for at least a half hour. Moisturizer can help stop the color from flaking off and looking patchy.
4. Exfoliate and hydrate your skin
When you exfoliate, you're removing dry or dead skin cells and helping skin products — be they self-tanners or sunscreens — work better. To keep skin hydrated, use an oil-free lotion (creams are better for winter months), which will lock in moisture and won't leave you feeling greasy.

Thank you!!!!!

2008-04-14T12:40:00.000-07:00

My cool walking cast. Only I don't do much walking. he!he!

I have been getting lot's of phone calls wondering about my most recent appt to the DR. I thought I would update through my blog and let everyone know what's going on.
First, I want to thank everyone who has added a comment to my post, sweet thoughtful e-mails and endless calls to see how I am doing. Also flowers,plants,gifts,dinners,books, yummy treats,,house cleaning, laundry, help with taking Bryson for a play day, Taking my kids for play days and to the Zoo over spring break, card's in the mail, and a ton of visits from friends. I am grateful I am so lucky to have so many people in my life that care.
It's been a long tough road.
I fell on Jan 29th it's now April 11th. I had surgery and originally prior to surgery the Dr. said he would be putting a plate on my Fibula where I broke in two places which he did. He also said he would be putting screw's in my tibia because it was such a bad brake. As he says "you broke almost to the core of your bone". Amazingly enough when he put the plate on the fibula the tibia bone aligned and there for I did not need any hardware on the tibia. Ok this is all good because I only have one piece of hardware in me and only one scare. The downside is I am still healing and the tibia bone is one of the hardest bones in the body to heal. It takes along time . I am just today for the first time able to start putting 40% of my body weight with my crutches on my leg. 3 x a day up to 15 min at a time. I was so bummed when I saw my Dr. yesterday and he said I'm sorry I can't give you
better news but I will see you back on May 2oth.
Total Bummer. Are you kidding me? I was waiting to hear him say you can start physical therapy, you can start waking and graduate from crutches, wheelchair and being off of your leg. In other words you get your life back. Well, I did not hear what I wanted, but I did start therapy today because of all the other pains, neck,hip and shoulder pain due to the prolonged time I have been on crutches. I have the type of Ins that The Dr does not need to write a RX to have therapy so it was refreshing going to the physical therapy office today and get started on my road to recovery. It looks like I will be in
my walking cast on my cruise this June 6th.
Now that is a bummer, But it's a cruise and much needed cruise and even if in a walking cast hopefully by than I will be closer to getting off crutches and more able to be walking on my walking cast. One other bummer is that it is my right foot so I still wont be able to drive until we get back from the cruise. It's hard having to get rides to Physical therapy and other places but like I said before I am thankful for everyone who has helped out
and has gotten me where I need to go.
Well, There you have it. I still don't go on-line often as I have gotten out of the habit but I have read a ton of good books and have enjoyed that part of my healing process.
Love to all my friends & family. Jill

Spring is near

2008-03-08T09:23:00.000-08:00

This is my first post in so long. Having a broken leg sure has not been easy. Having to lay and sit basically all day and having to have my leg elevated above my heart has been the hardest part. On a positive note.I have read allot of good books and feel empowered for that. In a book I read it was talking about health and the importance of Vitamin D

Vitamin D is often referred to as the "sunshine vitamin
". That is because the human body has the potential to make vitamin D from casual sun exposure of short duration. However, sun exposure can put an individual at risk for skin cancer, cataracts, and premature aging. According to the American Academy of Dermatology so remember to use your sun block when you are in the
sun to get your daily dose of vitamin D.
You can also get vitamin D can also be found in some foods if you don't like to go into the sun.
Here are a few foods vitamin D can be found in: Yogurts, vitamin D fortified orange juice, some breakfast cereals and some breakfast bars. It is important to read food labels for vitamin D content.
How much vitamin D do I need?
According to The National Osteoporosis Foundation, experts recommend that adults under age 50 consume a daily intake of 400 to 800 international units (IU) of vitamin D. People age 50 and older need between 800 and 1000 IU. Some people need even more.Your doctor or medical professional can recommend more Vitamin D than recommended for the general population, if you are at high risk for vitamin D deficiency or if you have been diagnosed with low serum vitamin D levels.

Broken leg

2008-02-10T15:39:00.000-08:00

I have not been blogging lately because I fell on the snow which had ice under it and took a horrible fall. I am in a hard cast. I broke three bones in my Right leg. For the next 5 weeks I will be in a hard cast than move to a soft cast. This has been one of the hardest things I have had to go through. can do nothing for my family. My kids have been the best and so has my hubby. I only go on-line once in a while because i am suppose to keep my leg above my heart. I miss blogging,my clients and working out. I will be in touch now and than. Keep my in your prayers.

2007-12-23T20:29:00.000-08:00

To my clients and my friends wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Fango Seaweed Scrub Masque

2007-11-29T13:01:00.000-08:00

OK Ladies!! This is a must have. I love this spa treatment. It is under the Therma Del Sol line. It's our Luxuries of the Sea "Fango Swaweed Scrub/ Masque. It' Wonderful!! A mud masque enriched wit seaweed to help absorb impurities from skin. You leave it on for a minimum of 15 minutes. Gently massage away in the shower or bath. I always wait until the mud is dry than I use a wash cloth and use circular motions to take it off. It leaves my skin so refreshed. This by far is one of my favorites all though I have to say the Microderm Abrasion is right up there.

e-mail me to place an order. ldsknappfamily@hotmail.com

2007-11-15T07:52:00.000-08:00

I did the body for life program after my first two kids were born. It took awhile, but I really did get weight off and I was well worth the effort.
After my third child was born I had an extra 46 pounds on me. That summer I also found out that the gestational diabetes that they told me was gone after I had the baby was never gone at all . I found that indeed I am one of the 2% of woman that the diabetes follows. My Dr. Told me I needed to get back to the basics eating right watching carbs and working out. It became a very important part of my life. I now have drooped 42 pounds and he would like me to get a total of 17 more off. I am no longer on medication and my diabetes is only controlled by my diet.
since I have lost the weight I feel so much healthier and have more energy to keep up with my kids. I have always looked at weight loss like a journey. It's a personal journey where I find the strength inside to make big changes. As those changes are made I come to know who I am better and become happier with myself.

Here are my picks of Tips that can aid in loosing weight.

1. Diet for the season
'Get up earlier in summer and later in winter, in line with natural sunlight hours. Don't eat late at night or before you are fully awake.' This can case weight gain and you will have a harder time keeping off the weights once it's off.
2. Stay hydrated at the gym
Your gym may have drinking fountains but they won't help you keep an eye on how much you drink. Make sure you take a bottle of water with you to the gym and keep it to hand whenever you are in class or on a machine.'
3. Shake things up
'Though there's not much scientific proof that it works, some dieters find that changing some of their meal plan selections from week to week seems to help break through a plateau. Simple changes like switching some of those chicken portions for fish or having a egg salad instead of an chicken salad at lunch could make a difference for you. Not to mention ensuring your taste buds stay interested.'
4. Reward yourself with a massage
'Cool-downs are your first line of defence against lactic acid build up and muscle soreness, but you don't have to fight this on your own. Massage is a great way to help your metabolism recover from the effort and trauma of your gym sessions. A good massage can also help reinforce the sense of reward.'
5. Accept who you are
'The key to getting over your idea of a perfect body is to accept what you have been given. If you hate your body, it won't work with you. If you accept your body - and even learn to like it - you can achieve peace with your food.'
6. Stay off the scales This is the biggest one for me and one I share with everyone I know who is trying to loose weight.
'Don't assume that the scale is always a true measure of what is going on with the body. If exercise levels are adequate (5-7 days a week), you may be putting on muscle but losing fat, there for losing inches even if you are not losing pounds. weighting your self many times a day only tells your mind you can't do it. So ditch the scale and only weigh once a week at your Dr. office or if you belong to a weight loss club.

Don't Quit

2007-11-12T07:15:00.000-08:00

Feeling stressed can take a toll on our body. Sometimes we need to just get away from it all.

My family and I just got back from a 4 day trip. It was a great bonding trip and a stress reliever. I came home feeling ready to get back to being mom and more able to better help others find peace. I had a friend text me a message that said I quit! Sorry. I wrote her back knowing it was about her weight loss. She has been unsuccessful at loosing weight. She weighs her self sometimes up to 4 times a day. I told her to get rid of the scale. Than I remembered a poem that has helped me through the years.

It's called

Don't Quit!!

When things go wrong,as they sometimes will,

When the road you're trudging seems all up hill,

When the funds are low and the debts are high,

And you want to smile, but you have to sigh,

When care is pressing you down a bit,

Rest if you must, but don't you quit...

Success is failure turned inside out.

The silver tint of the clouds of doubt,

And you never can tell how close you are,

It may be near when it seems so far,

So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit.

It's when things seem worst that you must not quit

-Author Unknown

Skin Logics. 3 step program

2007-10-27T17:46:00.000-07:00

We should all be doing a 3 step program, Day and Night.
Cleaning, Tonic and than Moisturizer. We should also use a Facial Scrub as needed.
BeautiControl has a wonderful 3 step program. I remember when I first used my Skin Logics
it took about a week and I noticed a big difference in the texture and clarity of my skin. I have been hooked ever since. Now I just want to share it with everyone.
E-mail me if you would like to order ldsknappfamily@hotmail.com

Improving the skin we have

2007-10-18T18:11:00.000-07:00

Improving the Skin we have.
I am a mom of 3.Skin care has always been important to me.
I have known how important it is to take care of your skin in your 20's 30's and now 40's.I have known about exfoliating and know it should be done at least once a week with a at home Microderm Abrasion Set. That is why I got into teaching ladies about skin care in the first place.
I am 40 but people always place me somewhere in my late 20's because of my youthful look. I blame it on the Microderm Abrasion that I have done for 15 + years.So now I ask you to click on the link that says Jill's skin and spa products and check out my web page.Look into getting the Microderm Abrasion Set. It is so worth it and you will notice a difference in your skin within a few weeks. The set includes the buffer brush and the facial buffing cream.

Skin

2007-10-18T11:07:00.000-07:00

Great Skin Foods
Great Skin Foods – Feel good and Stay younger.
Everything you put into your body will be reflected in your skin. If you have a diet high in fat, processed foods and little fruit and vegetables your skin will surely reflect that. In our teens, and 20s we’re able to get away with a lot but once we hit 30,40's and beyond our skin isn’t so forgiving anymore.
Here are a few must have foods to incorporate into your daily diet.
Green tea – Not only is this drink loaded with health benefits, it will also help the look of your skin by reducing inflammation and fighting free radicals that cause skin damage. So drink up.
Water – You probably already know this one but we need approximately 8 glasses of clear water a day (no sodas, soups or other drinks are included in this quota). For maximum benefits clear water is best. It helps purify your body and eliminates toxins.
Fatty Acids – These are found in oils such as walnut and flaxseed. Oily fish such as salmon, tuna and mackerel are also rich in essential fatty acids.
Dairy – Low fat dairy products are high in Vitamin A which is beneficial to the skin. Low fat yogurt is also good for the digestive system which in turn helps skin health.
Fruits and Vegetables – A variety of fruits and vegetables are good for overall healthy skin but there are some foods in particular which are very high in powerful antioxidants and promote good skin health. Berries, such as blackberries, strawberries and blueberries are great for fighting against free radicals which can cause skin cell damage. Vegetables that are brightly colored such as yellow peppers, red peppers and sweet potatoes are also great skin foods.
Now that you know what to eat there are some things that should be left out altogether if you want to look young longer:
White Flour Foods – White bread, pasta, rice and sugar are less nutritious than the whole grain types and will cause inflammation in the skin which can lead to aging. Try cutting these items from your diet for two weeks and look in the mirror. Your skin should look less inflamed and fine lines will be less apparent.
Smoking – This will age you, cutback or better yet cut it out altogether. Your skin and lungs will thank you for it.
Processed Foods – Processed foods are loaded with sugar and additives, these wreck havoc on the skin and are best left out of your diet altogether. Soda is not only bad for your health but can also rob your skin of essential nutrients. It is also not good for your waistline and have been known to cause cellulite (even the diet variety).
For truly glowing, young skin a balanced diet rich in fruits,whole grains, vegetables and essential oils is best.

A proud mom of 3

2007-10-18T10:16:00.000-07:00

Mason, Madison and Bryson

Medical Assistant

2007-10-18T09:06:00.000-07:00

I went from Dancing to Medical Asst. First I worked for a foot Dr. for 2 yrs. Pretty funny that I went from a dancer to assting a Dr. working on feet. Than I worked for a wonderful Dr. Dr. Jerome Eder an OBGYN as his Medical Assistant. I loved that job and worked there for 6 yrs until I had Mason my first child. Dr. Eder passed away a few years ago. That was a rough time for me as he treated me with such kindness and was a wonderful Dr. The kind of Dr. who never rushes anyone just spends as much time as the patient needs. Woman came from far and wide to see him. I was actually set up with my husband by one of my pregnant patient who new his father.

It was the best job in my life as I worked with a wonderful man and met a wonderful man.

Dancing and Modeling was my life for a long time.

2007-10-18T08:51:00.000-07:00

This was in my spanish dancing outfitMy sis and I with our friend Kristy

This was taken for the local Newspaper prior to one of our big shows coming up. My Brother was making me laugh and we were having a little fun as we practiced well in to the night.

This was one of my most dear to me pictures. I felt so good when I did point dancing. It was fun and so fulfilling.

OK not my favorite Outfit but yes We were fish... Pretty funny.

I was a Sun bather dancer.

I was in a Alice in Wonderland dance. I loved this outfit and wore it for Halloween a few times.

This was taken a dance wear fashion.

This is a picture of me at a Irish dance competition.

Billy and I on stage preforming. Now those were the days. It was allot of fun. :-)

This was the only dance partner that I had besides my own Brother. Ken Krable. It was fun but I enjoyed having my Brother as my dance partner best.

This was taken at the Conejo valley days parade. Our float one first place that year. It was with my Spanish dance company.

This was taken at the Youth in Film Awards where I was a Trophy girl. Yes, The girl in the Picture is Drew Barrymore.

This was my dance Company in the 80's into the early 90's. The Alan DeWames Dancers. It was a great group of people to work with

This was at a modeling show at the Hilton Hotel. This was Karen the lady over the whole show.

Miss Teen Ventura