Monday Message - Chocolate and Acne

Does chocolate cause acne?  Well, no. Hormones and many other factors play a role with baby, teen or adult acne.  But the real question we should be addressing is....Does sugar cause inflammation?  The answer is Yes! Acne is inflammation and most chocolate has sugar in it...but cutting out chocolate is not going to clear up acne. Try this instead:

1. Reduce sugar intake. No more than 25 grams of added sugar per day is recommended for children and adults, although children should probably have even less. Added Sugar does not include Natural sugars in fruit and milk products. However, even these should be limited to 2 fruit servings per day and no added sugar in dairy products i.e. yogurt, flavored milk, ice cream.

2. Get rid of cleansers that clog pores.  A microfiber cleansing cloth with water only will do the trick. Check out these Body Cloths from Norwex, an eco-friendly company devoted to radically reducing exposure to chemicals.  These cloths pick up all bacteria from the skin and trap it in the cloth while destroying the bacteria as it dries.

View the Kids Eat Right Hot Tip here.

Recipe of the Week - Chicken Pot Pie Bundles

Classic Chicken Pot Pie is a great way to get your family to enjoy their veggies!  Skip the individual Frozen Pot Pies and try this twist on a tasty recipe for the whole family.

Recipe Link

Monday Message - Holiday Leftovers

One of my favorite topics is food safety! As we are in the midst of the Holiday Season, we gather often for food, friends, family and fellowship.

The topic here is Food. Hot or Cold, we need to be conscious of its whereabouts during our holiday get-togethers to avoid foodborne illness. Sometimes that tummy ache is the culprit of too many Christmas Cookies but more often than not - lurking bacteria in our holiday dishes are to blame. 

Stay Leftover Savvy this holiday season and check out this video from Kids Eat Right.

 

January Bonus!

Here is a Norwex New Year’s gift to you—and your opportunity to start 2015 off strong! Norwex is offering a $50 exclusive credit to all Hosts who hold a party of $500 or more January 1 – 12, 2015! This is in addition to all the Host benefits awarded as part of our 4-Star Host Program, including free product, Host Specials and more!

That means, you will receive $100 in Free Product PLUS the Mop System complete with brush and laundry detergent. Yes, that is correct, January is Mop Month! All month long, you can earn the Mop System for FREE.

Already have a mop? Keep the $100 in Free product of your choice and share the mop with a friend or Co Host. January also brings a New Catalog that is definitely worth checking out.
 

So get your New Year off to a great start! Call your friends and family to invite them over for a post-holiday Norwex Party in the 1st 12 days of January.With Mop Month PLUS $50 in more free product to make their home a safe haven, this is an offer you cannot say “no” to!

Contact me via phone, email or Facebook to learn more about the fabulous new products or to book your party by January 12 to get an extra $50. Cheers!

 

Recipe of the Week - Potato Latkes

Hanukkah Sweet Potato Latkes:  Recipe Link

Monday Message - Holiday Cooking with Kids

With special treats and family gatherings, the holidays are the perfect time to teach your child about cooking and nutrition. Kids will not only get to try the new foods they prepare, they will also get a big boost to their confidence when they see family and friends enjoying their creations. Most importantly, cooking with your children promotes future health by teaching them about nutrition and how to prepare healthy meals. - This Kids Eat Right Article covers:

• Safety Precautions
• Teaching Opportunities
• Age Appropriate Kitchen Tasks

Recipe of the Week - Parsnips

Move over sweet potato fries.... Parsnip Shoestring Fries are making their way onto the food scene! They make a tasty crunchy side or snack with lots of fiber! You cannot go wrong if you follow this Recipe Video from Kids Eat Right.

Recipe of the Week - Foil Packets?!

Baked cod and veggie packets are a great choice for family dinner. Plus, cleanup is simple thanks to the foil! Feeling Fishy?  Check out the recipe from Kids Eat Right here.