Opal Hue, the Body Co.

Weekend Overview

2012-02-27T22:35:00.004-08:00

Blog Day 85-89 February 27, 2012

“Weekend Overview”

Day 85)

I hope that you all have had a great month, but it will be gone I just a couple of days. So I encourage you to make the best of the last few days. Make a greater effort to make someone feel special. The health benefits are worth it. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Change is coming!

2012-02-22T00:15:00.004-08:00

Blog Day 82 Tuesday February 21, 2012

“Change is coming”

Day 82)

As the end of February draws near, we want to encourage you to continue the changes that you had implemented at the beginning of the year. Starting in March we are going to be exploring new things and starting some fun new challenges. We are so excited and we are looking forward to growing with you. So buckle up this is going to be one heck of a ride! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend overview

2012-02-21T23:40:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 79-81 Monday February 20, 2012

“Weekend Overview”

Day 79-81)

The month of February has been all about “showing the love”. You were challenged to extend your acts of kindness beyond the borders of your friends and family. We want to encourage you to keep up the good work. Continue to make the effort to something for someone you don’t know. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Show someone you care!

2012-02-15T23:06:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 77 Wednesday February 15, 2012

“Show someone you care”

Day 77)

Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but don’t let that be the end of your acts of kindness. We want to challenge you to continue showing the love. Make it a point to do something nice for a perfect stranger. These acts of kindness have many healing benefits for all involved. Open up your heart and show someone you care. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Happy Valentine's Day!

2012-02-14T20:53:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 76 Tuesday February 14, 2012

“Happy Valentine’s Day”

Day 76)

Happy Valentine’s Day! Enjoy your sharing and creating beautiful moments with the ones you love. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Pour some sugar on me!

2012-02-13T22:22:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 75 Monday February 13, 2012

“Pour some sugar on me”

Day 75)

I know the title sounds a bit crazy, but in keeping with the theme of giving personal gifts this month it really is fitting. Here is a tip that will help you get your point across. Take the time to tell the special people in your life how much you love and appreciate them. A physical gesture such as a hug or a kiss on the cheek along with a verbal acknowledgment can make a huge impact. So go for it and pour some sugar on your loved ones. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend overview

2012-02-13T22:01:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 72-74 Monday February 13, 2012

“Weekend Overview”

Day 72-74)

Over the last week we have talked about inexpensive, but effective ways to show your appreciation and love for the special people in your life. I hope the tips have helped. Keep it up! These acts of kindness have many healing benefits for all involved. So go for it show a little love. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Sticky sweet!

2012-02-08T22:49:00.000-08:00

“Sticky sweet”

Day 70)

These last few days we have been talking about doing something for someone else. Now do not I repeat DO NOT put yourself in a financial bind trying to do something nice to express your love or gratitude. Here is a sweet but inexpensive way to get your point across. Say it sticky sweet. Take a pad of post its and write a little note expressing your love or appreciation for the people around you. Leave it on your co-workers desk or computer screen. Leave one on the bathroom mirror or on the wind shield of the car for your family members. Finding a note first thing in the morning will surely make their day. So pull out the post its and say it sticky sweet! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Smile sweet stuff!

2012-02-07T21:47:00.001-08:00

“Smile sweet stuff”

Day 69)

This time of year can be a little difficult for a lot of people. You never know what the people around you might be going through. Take the time to share a smile. A smile might be all someone needs to make their day. So smile sweet stuff. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend overview

2012-02-06T23:05:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 66-68 Monday February 6, 2012

“Weekend Overview”

Day 66-68)

Over the last week we have talked about doing something for someone special in your life. It is important to keep in mind that there is power in doing acts of kindness. These acts have many healing benefits not only for you the giver, but for the person receiving. So go for it show a little love. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Not the end of the world!

2012-02-01T22:32:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 63 Wednesday February 1, 2012

“Not the end of the world”

Day 62)

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and if you are one of those people who does not have a sweetie to share the day, I am here to tell you that it is NOT the end of the world. This is the perfect time to share the love with the special people around you. On this Valentine’s Day instead of putting focus on what you might not have, focus your attention on others. If you have nieces and nephews send them a special Valentine. Send a sweet valentine for your mother, sister or brother. Maybe one to a friend that you hold dear. You will feel better at the end of the day knowing that you did something special for the ones you love and you know love you. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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In Moderation

2012-01-31T23:23:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 62 Tuesday January 31, 2011

“In Moderation”

Day 62)

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and a lot of you gals will be getting that famous box of chocolates along with your roses. We just want to remind you to take the sweet treats in moderation. Don’t deprive yourself, but remember not to overdo it. You will be glad you did in the long run. It is good for your health. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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The Golden Rule

2012-01-31T23:01:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 61 Monday January 30, 2011

“The Golden Rule”

Day 61)

From the time we were children we’ve been taught about “The Golden rule “. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. If you stop and think about what that really means you will have a different perspective on how you should really treat people. How do you expect to be treated? What common courtesies do you expect when you encounter someone? Do feel like you should catch the raw end of someone’s bad day? So as you go through your day and you encounter another person keep these questions in the forefront of your mind and you will see the difference it makes. It is good for your health. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend Overview 58-60

2012-01-31T22:22:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 58-60 Fri, Sat, Sun January 29, 2011

“Weekend Overview”

Day 58-60)

Over the course of the last week we have talked about keeping your chin up, pin pointing issues that hang you up and attitude. All of these issues, if not properly handled can cause you too slowly fall into behaviors that will keep you bound and unable to reach your goals. Steer clear of this way of thinking and reaching your goal will be inevitable. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Show the love!

2012-01-26T22:08:00.001-08:00

“Show the love”

Day 57)

I am sure that you are familiar with the expression “now is a good a time as ever”. Well as the month of January comes to a close the month of February is fast approaching. We want to encourage you to “Show the love”! Why wait? Now is a good a time as ever. Scientific studies done by Dr, Wayne Dyer, author of the book the Power of Intention, show that a single act of kindness increase serotonin levels and strengthens the immune system. Serotonin gives a feeling of happiness and being at ease. These studies have also shown that a single act of kindness not only affects the giver and the recipient, but it also affects bystanders who witness the acts of kindness in the same way. So imagine how many people can be affected by a single act of kindness. Be the one to make an impact and show the love! It is good for your health. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Research gathered from onekindact.com and apps.cignabehavioral.com

It's all attitude!

2012-01-25T23:11:00.000-08:00

“It’s all attitude”

Day 56)

Making a decision make a lifestyle change is easy however; applying the changes to our lives is a little more complicated. It is important to remember that the way that you look at your change is crucial. If you look at it in a negative light you set yourself up for failure. Keep a positive attitude. You will feel better and you will be closer to accomplishing your goals. So keep up the good work. You will get it! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Chin up!

2012-01-23T23:19:00.001-08:00

“Chin up”

Day 50)

You may have noticed a theme of encouragement this month. We at Opal Hue feel that it is important to keep you encouraged. You are in transition and you are doing great! You are in a good place now. Keep your chin up and don’t be discouraged. Just take it one day at a time! You will get it! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend overview

2012-01-23T23:14:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 51-53 Fri, Sat, Sun January 23, 2011

“Weekend Overview”

Day 51-53)

Over the course of the last week we have talked about making a change, looking on the bright side, practice making perfect and taking one day at a time. It is so important to keep a positive attitude when making life changes. This will keep you in an attitude of accomplishment. So stay positive! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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One day at a time

2012-01-19T23:33:00.000-08:00

“One day at a time”

Day 50)

You are in a great place now. You have the finish line in your sight. You are your only competition. Keep it slow and steady. Don’t get ahead of yourself. Slow down if you must. You are on your way. Don’t be discouraged. Just take it one day at a time! You will get it! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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“Practice makes perfect”

2012-01-18T23:26:00.000-08:00

“Practice makes perfect”

Day 49)

Practice makes perfect! I am sure that you have heard this expression before. It is important to keep in mind that accomplishing your goal comes with persistence and perseverance. If you don’t get it right one day, it is ok. Don’t quit, don’t stop. Get up and keep on moving. You will get it! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Look on the bright side

2012-01-17T23:06:00.000-08:00

“Look on the bright side”

Day 48)

We know how difficult it can be to make changes in your life. A common pitfall is the way that we think about the decision we have made. Keeping a positive attitude about the changes you have committed to make will help to keep you on track. Our perspective dictates our outcome. So look on the bright side! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Making a change

2012-01-16T22:14:00.000-08:00

“Making a change”

Day 46)

Making changes can be scary. Giving up old ways and trying new things can be hard. We want to encourage you not to give up. It will all be worth it! You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend Overview

2012-01-16T22:10:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 44-46 Fri, Sat, Sun January 16, 2011

“Weekend Overview”

Day 44-46)

Over the course of the last week we have talked about getting it together, keeping it simple, relaxing and resting. So no matter what you have to do it can be incredibly stressful on our bodies, but it doesn’t have to be. Listen to your body! It is telling you that it needs. It really is as simple as it sounds. It requires some discipline on your part. Put aside old habits and move forward.

You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Relax

2012-01-12T22:18:00.001-08:00

“Relax”

Day 43)

As you are in the process of executing your tasks, be sure that you don’t stress yourself out. Here is a tip to help you. “Relax!” Make it a point! Go get a massage or a mani-pedi. Take a long hot bath. Just be kind to your body but more importantly listen to it when it tells you it is stressed. It will tell you what it needs. So go ahead and relax!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Rest

2012-01-11T19:54:00.000-08:00

“Rest”

Day 42)

We have so much to do throughout the day, it is almost impossible to get everything done. One of the most common mistakes that we make is that we will forfeit sleep in order to get things done. The best advice I can give you is to “GET SOME SLEEP! “. Studies by the University of Chicago Medical Center have shown that a lack of sleep reduces the capacity to perform basic metabolic functions such as processing and storing carbohydrates or regulating hormone secretion. Studies have also shown that sleep deprivation also effects brain function and behavior. So in essence a lack of sleep will shut down your body.

So go to bed!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Get it together!

2012-01-10T22:11:00.000-08:00

“Get it together”

Day 41)

So by now you have probably assessed all of the things that you have planned to do. I want to remind you not to be discouraged. Take the time to organize each project prior to beginning them. Make your plan, a list of supplies and if necessary make a budget. Do some research on line of “do it yourself” projects, but the most important thing is to stay on task. Don’t lose focus. Get it together. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Keep it simple!

2012-01-09T21:27:00.000-08:00

Blog Day 40 Monday January 9 , 2011

“Keep it simple”

Day 40)

So many times we want to make things complicated. The bad part about that is that we tend to get discouraged. The worst part is that when we get discouraged we often give up on the task at hand. Here is a simple solution to this problem. Keep it simple. Don’t make things so complicated. Make your plans or your list and execute them. Take your time. Don’t rush to get it done. You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend Overview

2012-01-09T20:58:00.001-08:00

Blog Day 37-39 January 9, 2011

“Weekend Overview”

I hope your new year has gotten off to a great start! You are well on your way into a new lifestyle. I want to encourage you to stick with it. Don’t get discouraged if you haven’t completed all of your tasks. Just stay with it. Don’t lose sight of what it is that you want to accomplish. Don’t forget that for you a new day has come so, out with the old and in with the new.

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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In with the new...

2012-01-05T23:58:00.001-08:00

“In with the new”

Day 36)

Ok you are out with old it is now time to be in with the new. You have cleared out all the excesses that will keep you from your goal. You are well on your way. Now that you have made room, it is time to start filling your space with those things that are going to make it possible to accomplish your goals. Be it new and positive people or nutritious foods. The goal here is to eliminate the set ups to failure and avoid pitfalls. Accomplishing your goals is within your reach.

Make it happen…you can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Out with the old...

2012-01-04T20:59:00.000-08:00

“Out with the old…”

Day 35)

In the process of making your list and bringing your decision to fruition you may be confronted with having to execute some tough choices. You have to be willing to be out with the old. If you find that follow through may be difficult due to your environment then you have to clear the path so to speak. Get rid of those things that might keep you from being able to accomplish your goals. So here you go…out with the old!

Make it happen…you can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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A new day has come

2012-01-03T09:48:00.001-08:00

“A new day has come”

Day 34)

Good morning beautiful! Wipe the sleep out of your eyes…a new day has come! Day 3 of a new year. Time to get to work! You may have already made some decisions as to what you want to do different in 2012. You may have a mental list of thing that you want to do and it may seem overwhelming to you. That is ok…it doesn’t have to be. Here is a tip that may help you manage your list. There is a scripture in the bible that say to write the vision and make it plain. Now whether or not, you believe in the bible or what is written in it, there is wisdom in the principle.

Take the time to write down all of the things that you want to do in 2012. Make it a list of things you really want to accomplish in the next 11 months. Then write down how you plan to make this happen. Bear in mind that your list may change throughout the year. Circumstances may arise that will set you back, but don’t be discouraged. It is a process. If you want it…get after it. Anything worth having is worth working for.

Make it happen…you can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Happy New Year!

2012-01-02T09:29:00.001-08:00

“Happy New Year”

Day 33)

As we close out 2011 we watch it become a thing of the past. We leave behind memories, relationships, hardships and heart aches. For some of us 2011 was a year of transition. It was a year of stretching and a year of learning and as we look to a new beginning, 2012 equals a clean slate, a chance to begin fresh or to start anew. This is the time that we look on making resolutions. We resolve and make decisions that are going to change our lives for the better.

Whatever it is that you want to change in 2012 the most important thing is that you resolve to follow through with your decision. The choice to change is not nearly as important as the follow through. Make it happen…You can do it! We believe in you!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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It is almost over!

2011-12-28T18:54:00.000-08:00

"It is almost over”

Part Two

Day 28)

As 2011 nears its end many of you will be making plans to attend a New Year’s party. Usually these parties will be held late in the evening and will go into the wee hours of the morning. In a lot of cases people will be celebrating with lots of food and alcohol. We want you to be careful this New Year’s weekend. If you choose to drink be sure to designate a driver or make arrangements ahead of time to have a cab take you home. Don’t…I repeat don’t drink on an empty stomach. These steps will insure that you stay safe on this holiday weekend.

Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Surviving the holidays

2011-12-27T20:20:00.000-08:00

“It is almost over”

Day 27)

As we approach the end of 2011 take this time to reflect on the goals that you made at the end of 2010. Now…don’t look at what you didn’t do. You didn’t fail. Make your list. Cross off what you did accomplish and re-evaluate your list. Take the time to really think about what you want to get done in the coming year and give yourself a realistic deadline to get it done. Going into the New Year with a clear idea of what you want will help you get it accomplished.

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend Overview

2011-12-27T20:14:00.000-08:00

“Weekend Overview- Christmas Edition”

Day 24-26)

Woo Hooo…It looks like you survived! I hope that your Christmas was wonderful. Lots of gifts, family, friends and wonderful food. Now we begin to prepare for the end of the year and get ready to start making those ever famous “New Year’s Resolutions”. As we go into the New Year we will be bringing you healthy suggestions that will help you. Stay with us as we take this journey together.

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Surviving the holidays

2011-12-23T17:44:00.000-08:00

“Zero 2 days and counting”

Day 23)

Only two day left until Christmas day. If you are done with all that you have to do…our hats off to you, but if you are like most Americans you will be scrambling at the last minute to get the last little details completed. So with that being said with all that you do don’t forget to do a little something for yourself. Schedule a massage or get a mani-pedi. Make sure that you take care of you!

So go ahead, take that much needed spa day. Don’t forget to take your vitamins, get enough sleep and bundle up. It is a step in the right direction to a healthier you!

Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Lucia

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Surviving the holidays

2011-12-22T19:29:00.000-08:00

“Zero 3 days and counting”

Day 22)

There are only three days until Christmas day and we know how difficult it can be to just survive the holidays. With that in mind, we at Opal Hue, The Body Co. have made it our goal to bring you information that will help you. It is our goal to help keep you healthy. On day twenty we talked about your immune system. One of the key things that will help keep your immune system healthy is vitamins. It is so important to take a multivitamin. You can also take a B and C vitamins to boost energy and keep you cold free.

So don’t forget to take your vitamins, get enough sleep and bundle up. It is a step in the right direction to a healthier you!

Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Surviving the holidays

2011-12-22T19:27:00.000-08:00

“Zero 4 days and counting”

Day 21)

I am dreaming of a white Christmas…if you are up north you might just get one, but if you are down south it is unlikely. However, weather can be unpredictable and so can its effects. If you live is an area that is already cold chances are that it will only get colder. You might also get some snow. Down south a cold front can blow in and drop the temperature from one minute to the next. Seeing how unpredictable the weather is, be sure to keep yourself warm. You can stay a step ahead of the weather by putting your coat, gloves, hat and scarf in your car. You don’t want to get caught off guard.

So don’t forget to bundle up, get enough sleep and take your vitamins. It is a step in the right direction to a healthier you!

Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Surviving the holidays

2011-12-20T12:54:00.000-08:00

“The countdown begins”

Day 20)

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Only five days until Christmas day and staying healthy is the most important thing that you can do. You don’t want to be sick at Christmas time do you? Of course you don’t! Today I want to stress the importance of making sure that you are getting the right amount of rest. What we fail to realize is that often times fatigue in our bodies will cause our immune system to become weak. When your immune system is weak it struggles to fight off illness.

So don’t forget to get enough sleep and take your vitamins. It is a step in the right direction to a healthier you!

Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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365 Days of health and beauty day 19

2011-12-19T15:38:00.000-08:00

“Surviving the holidays”

Day 19)

It is only one week until Christmas and I am sure that most of you are stressed out right? You probably still have shopping to do, gifts to wrap, holiday events to plan and not enough time to get it all done. This week I will be bringing you some tips that will help you survive your holidays.

Here is today’s tip…Don’t neglect your skin. During the holidays we attend a lot of holiday events. We tend to glam up a little bit. This usually includes wearing more makeup than usual. This is ok…glam it up. However, make sure that you are cleansing your skin properly. Use a makeup remover to remove any makeup, placing attention on your eyes and any areas where foundation might be missed in. Use a facial cleanser, a toner and a moisturizer. If after your first wash you don’t feel as clean as you would like to feel, repeat the cleansing process. Follow it with your toner and moisturize. I cannot stress this enough. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. Take care of your skin!

So enjoy your holidays and glam it up, but take the time to relax a little. Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Just be good to yourself.

Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Stress Week

2011-12-19T15:01:00.000-08:00

“Weekend Overview”

Day 17/18)

Signs and symptoms, now you have the tools to help up recognize stress and its effects. Remember that knowing your body and listening to it when it speaks. Acting quickly to prevent a small situation from growing into a dangerous situation is invaluable. Recognition and prevention are the single most important steps to physical and mental health.

If you find that you exhibit any of the symptoms that we have discussed please see your health care professional as soon as possible. Enjoy your holidays but take the time to relax a little. Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Just be good to yourself.

Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Remember a healthy you is a beautiful you!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Stress Week

2011-12-16T08:21:00.000-08:00

“Emotional Stress”

Day 16)

So over the last few days we have established the symptoms of three out of the four categories of negative stress. Today we will be talking about the fourth category which is emotional stress. Emotional stress is the category that affects the emotions. If your stress manifests itself in this manor you might think that you are going crazy. You are not going crazy! If you are not sure if this is the case for you, here is some information that will help you. You might experience feelings of being over whelmed. You might feel a sense of loneliness, isolation or even depression or general unhappiness. In some cases it can go to a whole other extreme such as moodiness, irritability or short temperedness.

If you find yourself experiencing any of these symptoms please see a health care professional as soon as possible. Now if you are not experiencing any of these symptoms great, but don’t rule out the possibility that you might have stress manifest in a different way. Go through the four categories and study the symptoms to rule out negative stress in your life. It is a step in the right direction to good mental and physical health.

I cannot stress enough the importance of relaxing during the holidays. Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Just be good to yourself.

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Stress Week

2011-12-16T08:13:00.001-08:00

“Physical Stress”

Day 15)

Are you stressed out? Not sure of what stress looks like? Here is some symptom information that might help you identify stress. Over the last few days we talked about the four categories of stress. Today we will be talking about physical stress. Symptoms associated with physical stress most commonly come in the way of physical ailments such as diarrhea, or constipation as well as nausea and dizziness. In some cases the frequency of illnesses such as headaches and colds sometimes are the most common symptoms. However, this type of stress can sometimes manifest itself with more severe symptoms such as unexplained aches and pains as well as a loss of sex drive, but the most dangerous of it’s symptoms is chest pain and rapid heartbeat. If you find yourself experiencing any of the more severe symptoms please see a health care professional as soon as possible.

Now if you are not experiencing any of these symptoms great, but don’t rule out the possibility that you might have stress manifest in a different way.

I cannot stress enough the importance of relaxing during the holidays. Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Just be good to yourself.

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Stress Week

2011-12-14T09:50:00.000-08:00

“Behavioral Stress”

Day 14)

All stress is not negative. Sometimes some stress helps us work better and longer. Like the stress that we feel when we have a deadline to meet. More often than not though, we are faced with negative stress especially during the holidays. We have been looking at the categories associated with negative stress.

Today we will look at the symptoms of behavioral stress. This type of stress can trigger symptoms that may be out of character for you such as nail biting or pacing, but this type of stress can also take some already existing habits and amplify them to dangerous levels. If you are an occasional drinker or even use recreational drugs, this can increase to the point of danger when stressed. Symptoms such as procrastinating or neglecting responsibilities as well as isolating yourself from others can also develop. The most common however, is an interruption of eating and sleeping habits. It can take you from one extreme to the other. You will either eat or sleep too little or too much. It is important that you be able to recognize some of these symptoms. It is the first step to mental and physical health. Now if you are not experiencing any of these symptoms great, but don’t rule out the possibility that you might have stress manifest in a different way.

I cannot stress enough the importance of relaxing during the holidays. Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Just be good to yourself.

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Stress Week

2011-12-13T07:26:00.001-08:00

"Cognitive Stress”

Day 13)

The holidays can be the most wonderful time of the year however; it can also be the most stressful time of the year as well. On day 12 I gave you the four categories of negative stress. The first of the four categories that we will be discussing is “Cognitive Stress”. As you begin to experience stress your body begins to prepare its self to handle it however; here is what you might experience if your stress response is trigged on a regular basis. Cognitive stress is the category associated with your mind. When cognitive stress is triggered you can experience the following: Memory problems, an inability to concentrate, a lack of, or poor judgment and the inability to find the positive in a situation or constant worry. You may also experience anxiety or racing thoughts. Now if you are not experiencing any of these symptoms great but, don’t rule out the possibility that you might have stress manifest in a different way.

I cannot stress enough the importance of relaxing during the holidays. Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Try not to over eat and incorporate a little more exercise into your day. Just be good to yourself.

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Stress week

2011-12-12T13:25:00.000-08:00

Day 12)

On day eight we talked a little bit about negative stress and the way that it affects the body. The body handles stress in many different ways however; negative stress proves to be the most dangerous because there are so many ways that it manifests. There are four categories of stress cognitive, behavioral, emotional and physical. There are a number of symptoms associated with each of these categories. All of which can prove to be dangerous to your health. It is important for you to be able to recognize the symptoms associated with these four categories. Over the course of the next week we will be detailing each category and its symptoms. You might even be able to see some of these symptoms in yourself.

So stay with me as we go through the next week. I know this information will help.

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Weekend Overview

2011-12-12T13:02:00.001-08:00

Day 10/11)

Over the course of the last week we have talked about increasing your activity, making healthy choices, starting the day with healthy breakfast, getting carried away and going to bed. So as you can see that even as wonderful as holiday time can be it can also be stressful time on our bodies. It doesn’t have to be. If you listen to what your body is telling you that it needs and heed to it you will be just fine. I know that it sounds simple and it is but, it requires that you demonstrate a level of discipline that you might not have had before. You have to put aside what has become traditionally easy and put your best judgment forward.

So go for it! Enjoy your holidays. Increase your activity, make healthy choices, Start your day off right with a healthy breakfast, get carried away and go to bed.

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

Talk to you soon!

Elle

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Go to bed

2011-12-09T09:05:00.000-08:00

“Go to bed!”

Day 9)

Our daily lives are filled with so much stress. We have so much to do and so many to do for. With work and our home lives, it is almost impossible to get everything done in one day. What happens is that we put off giving our bodies what they need so that we can complete our tasks. We skip meals or eat fast food on the run or simply replace meals by turning coffee or sodas into a meal replacement. Now it is holiday time and the stressors have increased and so has the neglecting of our bodies. One of the most common mistakes that we make at holiday time is that we will forfeit sleep in order to get things done. “GO TO BED! “ is the best advice I can give you. Studies by the University of Chicago Medical Center have shown that a lack of sleep reduces the capacity to perform basic metabolic functions such as processing and storing carbohydrates or regulating hormone secretion. Studies have also shown that sleep deprivation also effects brain function and behavior. So in essence a lack of sleep will shut down your body.

So go to bed! Get some rest.

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

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Get carried away

2011-12-09T08:59:00.000-08:00

“Get carried away”

Day 8)

For most of us the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year but, for a vast majority of us it is the one of if not the greatest contributing sources of stress. On top of the stress that it might put on your finances it can also rake havoc on your health. Often times we fail to recognize the symptoms of negative stress and the toll that it takes on our bodies. Negative stress has many symptoms. Some emotional, some behavioral, some physical and some cognitive. Everything from over eating, increased alcohol consumption or cigarette smoking. Lack of concentration, worry and anxiety and physical symptoms such as chest pain and rapid heartbeat, nausea, diarrhea or constipation even unexplained aches and pains. These are just some of the effects of negative stress. Here is a tip to help you through this stressful time. “Get carried away!” Make it a point to relax during this time. If you have to shop do it online and avoid crowded stores. Instead of going out to eat order in. Go get a massage or a mani-pedi. Take a long hot bath. Just be kind to your body but more importantly listen to it when it tells you it is stressed. It will tell you what it needs.

So go for it! Get carried away and enjoy the most wonderful time of the year

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

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Start the day

2011-12-07T09:30:00.000-08:00

Day 7)
For years we have been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. There is some truth to that. Two thirds of American adults and adolescents are overweight or obese. Studies have shown that skipping meals is a contributing factor to weight gain. According to these studies people who skip meals especially breakfast tend to consume more food throughout the day than those who eat a well balanced breakfast. The percentage of people who skip breakfast increased from 14 to 25 % from 1965 to 1991. A lack of time is a major contributor to meal skipping. Here is a hint that might help you start the day with a well balanced breakfast. Prepare your breakfast the night before, refrigerate it and have it in the morning. If you find it a struggle, I suggest packing it and have it at work. By doing this you will also avoid the pitfalls of a fast food breakfast.
Make it a priority in the morning. So go for it! Enjoy your and sweets, in moderation of course. Make healthy choices. Don’t forget your water and your brisk walk. You will feel the difference.
Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!
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Healthy choices

2011-12-06T10:05:00.000-08:00

“Healthy Choices”

Day 6)

Often times during the holidays we will tend to throw caution and discipline out the window and just splurge. A cookie here, a piece of cake here and the all too familiar “one chocolate won’t hurt.” Thinking this way is a sure fire way to set yourself up for failure. Being it is holiday time you don’t want to deprive yourself of the sweet treats but, you do want to make healthy choices. Here is a hint that might help you get through this time. If you know that you have an event where you will be eating a rich meal or be around the sweet treats, make it a point to make healthy choices in the days prior to the event. Have a healthy breakfast and a light lunch. Increase the veggies they will help keep you full and give you energy. Doing this along with your increased activity and water intake you are on your way to a happy holiday.

So go for it! Enjoy your event and sweets, in moderation of course. Don’t forget your water and your brisk walk. You will feel the difference.

Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing!

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Increased Activity

2011-12-05T10:25:00.000-08:00

(Day 5)

Pat yourself on the back! You are off to a great start by modifying your daily eating routine to keep you from gaining unwanted pounds during the holidays. Surrounded by family, friends and lots of treats and holiday activities, one of the most common mistakes made during this time is that we become more lax. Here is a hint that will help you increase your daily activi...ty during these days. You don’t have to get to the gym or run five miles a day. You can increase your activity simply by setting aside a few minutes a day during your lunch hour to take a short brisk walk. Get your heart rate going and your blood pumping. Increased activity will also help you with your water intake. So go for it! Have your sweets, in moderation of course. Have a refreshing glass of water and a brisk walk. You will feel the difference. Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing! Stay connected: www.twitter.com/opalhue Online Store: www.opalhue.com The “OH” Network: www.opalhue.net

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Elle

Weekend Overview

2011-12-05T10:19:00.000-08:00

“Weekend Overview” (Day 3/4)

In days 1 and 2 we talked about limiting your daily sugar and increasing your water but at the same time not depriving yourself the sweet treats. The purpose of this is to limit the feeling of being deprived and giving you all the power. Feeling that you and you alone are in control of what you eat will help you feel better about yourself. It will also help you displa...y a level of discipline that you might not have had before. Stay strong. Be encouraged! Know that you are in control. You will win! Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing! Stay connected: www.twitter.com/opalhue Online Store: www.opalhue.com The “OH” Network: www.opalhue.net and www.facebook.com/OpalHueTheBodyCo

See you soon!

Elle

The Importance of Water

2011-12-02T09:02:00.000-08:00

Everyone has a favorite drink. Some enjoy a cup or two of coffee. Others prefer juices and then there is the sugary sweet soft drink. Whatever your poison, I cannot express enough the importance of water. Did you know that your body is 83% water? Your brain and your lungs alone are 70 to 90% water. Increasing your water intake can really help at holiday time. If you drink one or more sugary drinks a day, here is a hint that will help you reduce your daily sugar intake. Replace one of your sugary drinks with water. Incorporating more water will not only help you avoid those dreaded sugar highs and lows but you will feel better.So go for it! Have the cookie or cake or whatever you want, in moderation of course and wash it down with a refreshing glass of water। You will feel the difference. Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing! @opalhue for current updates.

Elle

365 days til beautiful!

2011-12-01T19:05:00.000-08:00

Welcome to the 365 Days of Health and Beauty brought to you by Opal Hue The Body Co. For the next 365 days we will be bringing you daily tweets along with a weekly video post with tips on health and beauty.

Day 1) As we approach this holiday season we are bombarded with rich and delectable treats. We find ourselves looking at a tray of Christmas cookies and thinking only of our waistlines. Here is ...a helpful hint that will help you manage this holiday season “Limit but do not deprive!” Allow yourself to have what you want, however do it in moderation. It is ok to have just one cookie. Remember too much of a good thing can be a bad thing! You can follow us at the link below: www.twitter.com/opalhue You can also visit our websites: Online Store: www.opalhue.com The “OH” Network: www.opalhue.net

See you soon!

Elle

Oily Skin

2009-10-06T12:25:00.000-07:00

Oily skin is a difficult topic to address, because it has
both advantages and disadvantages, making it especially challenging to care for. Natural oils (sebum) in the skin are necessary to prevent problems. However, when it is excessive, difficulties are likely to develop. Environmental elements, such as dust and dirt lead to clogged pores, resulting in one of the most
common complication for people with oily skin (acne).

The one benefit of oily skin is that it camouflages the signs of aging,
and seems to reduce the appearance of lines, wrinkles and other age-
related imperfections; resulting in a more youthful appearance. So,
you see if you have the right prospective, oily skin can be a beneficial.

Product Recommendations:
Water Lily $16.00 http://www.opalhue.com/#!face
Proactiv® For Oily Skin $29.95 http://proactiv.com/

Acne

2009-03-15T12:04:00.000-07:00

The process by which acne develops is highly intricate, but well understood. A pore collapses and blocks sebum (oil) from escaping, causing dirt to get trapped in the skin, thus creating a pimple. Now as simple as that sounds, we do not fully understand why this process takes place in one area versus another (body/face).
Some other contributing factors to acne are diet, hormones imbalances, vitamin deficiency and stress. Since there is no scientific cure for acne, finding an effective treatment is the best use of our efforts. Allow us to make a few suggestions:

Water Lily http://opalhue.com/page19.html
Zeno® http://myzeno.com
CLEAN&CLEAR® http://shopcleanandclear.com

Eczema

2009-02-18T09:20:00.000-08:00

Eczema is a chronic, recurring, intensely itchy, inflammation of the skin. The cause is not entirely understood but it’s becoming more common; affecting about 10-15% of the population. The first step to dealing with this ailment is to understand its’ origin. The word Eczema is Greek for” boil over”, which

describes its effect and symptoms. The epidermis, or outer layer of skin, is less proficient, which causes excessive water loss; thus resulting in this chronic condition. Eczema can be treated with topical prescription creams and ointments, pramoxine or doxepin, which reduces the itch sensation and topical steroids such as hydrocortisone and hydrophilic petrolatum. There is no cure for eczema, but with treatment symptoms can be controlled.

Skin Rashes

2009-02-12T15:13:00.000-08:00

A skin rash may show up as an inflammation and or change of skin color or texture. It can be caused by a number of things including allergies,foods, chemicals, plants, animals, or insects. It’s a harsh world out there and environmental factors play a leading role in skin irritation. Rashes can appear on the entire body or be limited to a specific area. What a rash looks like and how it feels can vary depending on the cause and type of rash it is. If you develop a rash, don't scratch it; this could extend the healing process. If you do, the rash can take longer to heal and you might develop an infection or scar. There’s a wide range of over-the-counter products available to treat rashes, but it is always advisable to consult your doctor first to determine what's causing the rash and the most effective treatment for your condition.

Stretch Marks

2009-02-11T11:05:00.000-08:00

Stretch marks are a common skin abnormality that occur mostly in women. Up to 90% of all women who've had children have them. The primary causes of stretch marks are pregnancy, adolescent hormonal changes and weight fluctuations. The distribution of stretch marks on the body varies but the most common places are breasts, abdomen, buttocks and shoulders.

Yes, there are treatments.
Common treatments include topical creams that contain bleaching agents, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatments and retinol related compounds. These substances are derivatives of vitamin A and most likely are effective by modulating collage production.

Sensitive Skin

2009-02-11T10:39:00.000-08:00

Q: Do I have sensitive skin?

A: Over 60% of the population believe they have sensitive skin. Generally, if you have easily irritated or reactive skin, then you have ‘sensitive skin’. Sensitive skin can be caused by a genetic predisposition or environmental factors. An irritation/reaction may exhibit symptoms such as redness, swelling, itchy and or patchy dry areas. Some ways to prevent these reactive symptoms is to rinse well after using cleansing products, use products that are formulated for sensitive skin and use a cleanser with salicylic acid to help exfoliate pores.