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Who is tired of Orange Juice ?

March 28, 2018by HouseResortLeave a Comment

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Orange juice prevents inflammation, It’s also an excellent source of dietary fiber. This goodness comes from the juice’s high levels of flavonoids. Plant pigments with anti-inflammatory properties. Always drink freshly squeezed orange juice with pulp where the majority of the nutrients lies.

But if you are looking to shake things up, here is a list of other juices that can help us stay healthy.

lemonade

It can help ward off kidney stones. Mix four ounces of lemon juice with two liters of water; drink straight up or sweetened.

Grape Juice

Boosts brain function. A good source of anthocyanins, antioxidants that seem to imporve brain function.

Cranberry juice

Keeps urinary tract healthy, and improves cardiovascular health. Do not drink “cranberry juice cocktail,” this drink is loaded sugar and calories.

Pomegranate juice

Every seed packed with disease fighting antioxidants. Pomegranates also have anti-inflammatory properties and can protect against heart disease.

Prune juice

Not only it contains a natural laxative that can help regulate the digestive system, prune juice is loaded with antioxidants, potassium, and fiber.

Tomatoe Juice

Has lycopene. It reduces risk of prostate and other cancers. Vegetable juices are excellent for our health too, they nourish us with vitamins, and fiber. Always look for 100% Juice.

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Decorating, Family, Furniture, Home, Pottery, Tabletop

Using an accent furniture to create excitement

March 26, 2018by HouseResortLeave a Comment

It might not have a practical use, but the piece stands out because it complements a room’s decor, and gets your attention by creating excitement and not blending into the background.

What is considered an accent piece:

A chair with color and fabric that presents your style, lamps, large paintings, mirrors, chests, planters, multi size wall decors, baskets, ottomans, and trunks.

Small accent pieces add interest to your room. Choose pillows, bookends, vases and candles.

9619D9B2-D0F8-4412-A1FA-272CC74B0E5D-3198882868-1522067827736.png — 1stdibs Denise Driscoll “Inner Garden 23”

https://www.1stdibs.com/art/paintings/

Julia pillow

Coral and browns

https://www.potterybarn.com/m/products/

https://www.frontgate.com/corona-bench/

Small accent pieces can add color and texture to any room:

Pottery barn Hammered tray

Crate & Barrel Paley vase

West elm Glass Hurricanes

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Family, Health

Wool socks keep your feet warm, and help you sleep.

March 25, 2018by HouseResort1 Comment

When your feet are cold, they constrict the blood vessels and cause less blood to circulate. According to the National Sleep Foundation, warm feet give your brain a clear sleep signal that it’s bedtime, and Wearing socks in bed or before going to bed is the safest way to keep them warm.

https://www.aransweatermarket.com

D7C75A8D-4592-4029-9218-B0CCD16DBA0A — 100% wool socks Made in Sweden

https://www.sweaterchalet.com/ojbro/

ECECB42D-EB4A-418C-B732-B26C66643C9A — Handmade wool slippers from Bulgaria

https://www.blocsocks.com

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Decorating, Family, garden, Home, Planters

Arranging Herbs

March 23, 2018by HouseResortLeave a Comment

They can be mixed in with flowers or different varieties arranged in one planter or vase. Herbs like fern leaf dill, french lavender, and marjoram are great additions to flower arrangements because of their color and beautiful texture.

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F4F14D9E-1E32-4F3A-BF9B-17C12A265F26 — French lavender

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B4E196A8-158A-4E9B-9B5C-A3ED0E676E1E — Marjoram

The best reason for adding herbs to an arrangements is the fact that you can freeze and use your herbs when you are preparing a meal.

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Decorating, Family, Furniture, garden, Home, Planters

Functional & Decorative Planters

March 21, 2018by HouseResortLeave a Comment

Blue & White Pots & Planters, the duo is so popular around the world: When blue, calm and soothing, and white, clean and simple, are put together, you get the ultimate serene, tranquil space. Blue and white is always a classic color combination and can be incorporated in so many different styles of décor.

41653C4D-CCAB-4B3C-B4C8-5AC3E53EE0CC — One Kings Lane Planter

https://www.onekingslane.com

700FB07A-4E8E-4E08-8A8F-500D73274E1E — Houzz Pots

42ADF9B1-0DDA-488A-956F-32328550D15C-624007448-1521642745426.png — William Sonoma Planters

3F8FF952-C039-48AB-B40F-174358762864 — Houzz Planter

7AFB9BDF-9246-4E0D-A7BA-4AACEF1DDA2B — La Fuente Planter

http://www.lafuente.com/m/Mexican-Decor

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Family, Home, Spring, Uncategorized

Happy first day of Spring🌹

March 20, 2018by HouseResortLeave a Comment

1785B7F1-1E5C-4499-827B-C62 — We welcome the day with flowers

Family, Food, Health, Seasonal allergies, Spring

6 foods to calm seasonal allergies

March 20, 2018by HouseResortLeave a Comment

6 fruits, vegetables and fish that not only are good for your whole body, and are full of nutrients, but they may protect you from seasonal allergies.

Here is a list of 6 that you should consider during the allergy season.

1- Local Honey.
The research is mixed on whether local honey helps you with allergies. If you take small doses of the honey early in the season you may develop a tolerance toward pollen in your area.

2- Kefir
yogurt drink that contains probiotics the good bacteria in your gut. good bacteria may help prevent and even treat seasonal allergies. You can get probiotics in fermented foods. Look for yogurts that say “live active cultures” on the label. Sauerkraut and kimchi are also good sources.

3- Kiwi
rich in vitamin C It can cut down on histamines. You can get Vitamin C from lots of foods, including oranges and other citrus fruit.

4- Pineapple has an enzyme called bromelain which can reduce irritation in allergic diseases such as asthma.

5- Omega-3
Try two servings of fish every week. Tuna, salmon, and mackerel have fatty acids. Omega-3 can help reduce inflammation. A study from Japan found that women who ate more fish had lower levels of hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis.

6- Food with quercetin
Onions, peppers, berries, and parsley all have quercetin. Quercetin is a natural plant chemical which may reduce “histamine reactions.” Histamines are part of the allergic response.

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Family, Travel

Spring break and Bird watching

March 18, 2018by HouseResortLeave a Comment

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Just about any location along the Gulf of Mexico’s Texas side is a great place to see migratory birds.

It’s a welcome sight for birds, since it’s the first solid landmass they’ve seen since leaving behind their wintering grounds in Latin America and the Caribbean. Often birds have been flying for 18 hours straight over the ocean to get here.
Sandhill cranes, geese and warblers can be seen here en mass.

Or, head to the Rio Grande Valley, a region four hours south of the preserve known for its combination of marshlands and woodlands. This valley is a great spot for songbirds and shorebirds to refuel. According to the World Birding Center, nearly 500 species have been spotted there over the years, including long-billed thrashers and black-crested titmouse.

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2 important things you would need for bird watching:

1- 7-power or 8-power binoculars—they’re a nice mix of magnification while still allowing you a wide enough view that your bird won’t be constantly hopping out of your image.

2- the Sibley Guide, in either its full North America version or smaller, more portable Eastern and Western editions. Other useful guides are Kaufman’s, Peterson’s, the National Geographic guide.

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Family, Food, Food allergies, Health, Snacks, Sports

Healthy snack bars

March 7, 2018by HouseResortLeave a Comment

You will feel healthy and happy for supporting these products:

Organic fruit, nuts, seeds and juice—compressed into a convenient, highly portable form. No artificial sweeteners, corn syrup, preservatives, coloring, chemical supplements, MSG or GMO ingredients. These chunky, chewy bars provide natural energy plus the extra nutritional benefits of chia and baobab. Our Organic Fruit + Almond Bars also support more sustainable agriculture, making them good food by any measure.

https://www.patagoniaprovisions.com/collections/bars

09B1B2EB-AAB7-4148-A369-1293201AC82A — Health warrior

Health warrior believes better health starts with the right ingredients, which is why the first one in all of their products is a superfood – the most nourishing food on the planet.

https://www.healthwarrior.com

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From trusted farmer partners and the foods they grow, to the packaging their food is shipped in, Annie’s is on a mission to maximize the good in the world. They look for ways to regenerate living systems and to protect the food, air, water and habitat needed for all living things.

http://www.annies.com/

B78E4CBE-CE8C-4071-A3FD-DA380DCA5070 — Kind

At Kind they believe if you can’t pronounce an ingredient, it shouldn’t go into your body. Actually, it shouldn’t even go into your pantry. KIND® products are made from nutritionally-dense ingredients like whole nuts, fruits and whole grains – no secret ingredients and no artificial flavors, preservatives or sweeteners.

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