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Now is a good time to own a body.  Tips for Healthy Living:  Fitness, Nutrition and Well-Being.
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Fats in the Kitchen -The fats you WANT to have in the kitchen.  

Fats in the Kitchen -The fats you WANT to have in the kitchen.   | SELF HEALTH + HEALING | Scoop.it


"If you're not sure which healthy fats to keep on hand, this helpful guide will make selection a snap."


To enjoy the healthiest results, choose organic, unrefined fats. Think about the flavor you want, and choose the appropriate fat for the cooking heat. Experiment with our experts’ favorites, listed here by cooking-heat recommendations — or keep things simple and stick with extra-virgin olive oil, butter or ghee, and coconut oil.

 
Transforming Lives's curator insight, November 27, 2016 7:46 PM
Great reminder and list of good fats to include in our life.
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Coconut Oil Pulling Detox.

Coconut Oil Pulling Detox. | SELF HEALTH + HEALING | Scoop.it
Coconut Oil Pulling Detox

 

 I have a habit of asking healthy, thriving seniors what their secret to longevity is.

 

I get a mixture of old wives’ tales as well as tried and true practices (drink lots of water daily, don’t drink alcohol, eat five veggies a day, don’t smoke). Occasionally I get an answer that piques my interest and leads me to do research and experimentation.

 

Oil Pulling was one of those interesting suggestions. I can say, after having done it for quite a while now…it really works. This is an ancient Ayurvedic practice used to detox the body with results like:

Austin Grady's curator insight, September 19, 2013 2:35 PM

I know coconut oil has several health benefits. I also know that detoxing is an effective way to reverse aging. I have never tried coconut oil pulling but I'm game to give it a try!

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10 Surprising Ways to Use Coconut Oil

10 Surprising Ways to Use Coconut Oil | SELF HEALTH + HEALING | Scoop.it

Coconut oil is definitely having a moment. From the kitchen to the beauty aisle, the white stuff is being touted as a miracle cure-all. But be honest: Do you know what to do with it? We've rounded up some of the most useful—and unusual—uses for coconut oil.

 

From cooking to personal beauty, coconut oil has many uses that are often overlooked. Check out this list to be sure you're not missing any!

Dawn Sylvester's curator insight, January 6, 2014 9:23 PM

So many ways to use this tasty and healthy fat!

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5 Foods You Should Eat For Great Health (And How To Enjoy Them!)

5 Foods You Should Eat For Great Health (And How To Enjoy Them!) | SELF HEALTH + HEALING | Scoop.it

"You've probably read dozens of posts telling you which foods you should be eating, but I'm actually going to tell you some delicious ways you can incorporate them into your cuisine!


Here are five of my favorite healthy foods — AND the ways I like to enjoy them. Read on for great health and great taste: 
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