Sunday, March 8, 2015
Friday, March 6, 2015
Lemon Salt Hand Scrub
This lemon citrus scrub is just what skin needs to look healthy and fresh.
You will need…
-1 cup coarse Kosher salt.
-¼ cup light olive oil (or almond or coconut oil).
-½ tsp fresh lemon juice.
-1 tsp lemon zest (optional).
Directions...
Mix all ingredients in small bowl until well blended. Store in airtight container at room temperature.
How to use...
place a few tablespoons of scrub onto wet hands and rub gently. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Until next time, stay pretty… inside and out xoxo
Much love,
Nonesema ♥
Easy tips for Happier, Healthier Menstrual Cycle
It's that time of the month again! Periods do not have to be so stressful if you learn how.
1)Take pain killers
The cramps are caused by the uterus contracting and shedding its own lining. Ibuprofen is usually just as good as things like Midol and can be obtained over the counter. However, different things work for different people. Bear in mind that pain killers are not necessary and should only be taken when the cramps are really painful.
2)Find the best product for you
Wear comfortable pads or tampons. Which you choose is completely up to you ,try different brands until you find one that works best for you.
3) Change your pad/panty liner/tampon regularly.
Don't wear your tampons for over 8 hours because this can lead to a severe medical condition known as Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS). Make sure not to wear panty liners or pads for a long time. This can make them start to smell! Change panty liners and pads often.
4)Dress for comfort
Avoid tight clothes, especially at the waist. They only hurt the stomach and further compressing it causes discomfor.
5) Stay hydrated
Drinking lots of water helps you with your periods by clearing out your system. It also makes you feel better in general. It also makes your monthly cycle go around better, instead of having irregular periods.
6) Alter your diet
Try to incorporate more potassium into your diet by eating foods such as bananas. Avoid salty and sugary foods.
7) Exercise
Having exercise helps strengthen the pelvic muscles and makes lighter periods. It also stops fat forming around the ovaries.
8)Get some rest
It will keep your body in balance and you won't feel as bad. If you can, take a day off to relieve stress, since that's what makes your flow heavier.
9)Have a hot shower
Concentrate the flow of water on your back and abdomen. A hot water bag also helps to relieve discomfort.
10)Make yourself feel better
be kind to yourself .. relax, read a book, listen to some soft music or chat up with friends. If you feel happy and rejuvenated, your mind will help you fight physical pain.
Hope you found this post helpful. Until next time, take care!
Much love,
Nonesema ♥
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Pide (Turkish Pizza)
Pide (Turkish Pizza)
Prep time 1 hour
Cook time 20 mins
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
- Dough:
3 cups whole wheat flour
1 tbsp instant yeast
2 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
1 cup lukewarm water
¼ cup olive oil
2 tbsp extra olive oil to brush pides
- Filling:
3 tbsp olive oil
250g ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
A handful of parsley, chopped
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp red pepper flakes
A pinch of cumin
Instructions
1-Mix flour, instant yeast, sugar and salt.
2-Pour olive oil and add water little by little. Use your hand to combine them well until you have a soft dough.
3-Cover it and wait to rise for an hour.
4-Heat olive oil in a skillet.
5-Add ground beef and onion, cover it so that it releases its water.
6-When it starts to absorb its water, add peppers and spices, stir.
7- Cook it for about 10 minutes stirring occasionally.
8- Let it cool. Add chopped parsley when it cools.
9-Preheat oven at 180C.
10-Dust a little flour on the counter or on a wooden board.
11-Make a log from dough and cut it into 16-18 eaqual balls.
12-Dust the counter again and roll one of the balls out thin giving it an oval shape.
13-Put some filling in it and stick the edges of pide.
14-Repeat the same steps until you finish all balls.
15-Brush each pide with olive oil and bake them at 180C until golden, for about 20 minutes.
16-You can use a frying pan to cook it. Using medium heat, cook uncovered for 3 minutes then lower the heat and cover and cook for 4 minutes. Lastly, uncover and cook for a further 2 minutes.
Enjoy...
Saturday, February 14, 2015
How to get clear skin
1-Always wash your face in the evening even if you were not wearing any makeup to wash off.
2-Staying hydrated will always help your skin stay healthier and therefor more clear.
3-Getting an appropriate amount of sleep, about 8 hours also gives your skin the time it needs to heal.
4-Changing your pillow case weekly will make sure there isn't an oily, germs build up rubbing against your face every night. As you can imagine that is not very good for your skin.
Monday, February 9, 2015
Nutella Hot Chocolate
Nutella Hot Chocolate
Ingredients:
-1 cup of milk.
-2 tablespoons of Nutella.
-1 tablespoon cocoa powder.
-Pinch of cinnamon.
-Mini marshmallows (optional).
-2 tablespoons of Nutella.
-1 tablespoon cocoa powder.
-Pinch of cinnamon.
-Mini marshmallows (optional).
Instructions
Pour about 1/4 of the milk into a saucepan on medium-low heat.
Add the Nutella and whisk until blended.
Slowly stir in the remaining milk.
Then add cocoa, a pinch of cinnamon and whisk until hot and frothy.
Add mini marshmallows as desired.
Add the Nutella and whisk until blended.
Slowly stir in the remaining milk.
Then add cocoa, a pinch of cinnamon and whisk until hot and frothy.
Add mini marshmallows as desired.
Enjoy!
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Scrub How to Make a Sugar Lip Exfoliating Scrub
You will need…
-A tablespoon of brown sugar or white sugar.
-A dash of honey (just enough to make the sugar really stick together) OR a bit of olive oil.
-A small container.
How to do it:
Mix a tablespoon of brown sugar with just enough honey (or olive oil) to get it to stick together.Spoon into a container and use within 1-2 weeks.
How to use:
Once a week rub the scrub onto your lips, vigorously enough to loosen the dead skin. Let it sit for 1 minute, and then wipe off with a damp washcloth. Apply lip balm after use.
Until next time, stay pretty… inside and out
Much love,
Nonesema ♥
Source: Eslam Ghazala blog
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