Gentleman, it’s time to get your sexy back …

Times are changing. The beer bellies, lame jokes and drinking games ceased to ‘cut it’ long ago. Maybe they never did at all. The point is women are upping their game, making smarter choices and looking hotter and sexier by the year. And, if you don’t follow in their footsteps, Men, you might not be one of these ‘smarter choices’ of her future. Unless she’s just concerned with economics. This new generation of young professionals (and, yes, Younger Hot Daddies included) understand what I’m saying and they’re fighting to get their sexy back! …if they ever let it go in the first place.  A girl definitely doesn’t have time to change your habits while changing her own.

So, you better step-up… Or step aside….

Mind-over-belly

The first step in stepping-up is to do something about the laziness.  Double the energy, double the fun. It starts with getting plenty of sleep at night. “Early to bed, early to rise, makes one healthy, wealthy and wise.” We’ve known it for centuries but it’s not an Old Wives’ Tales. It’s a Young Hot Wives’ Tale, now, and it requires discipline and commitment.

If you’re not an early-riser, try going to bed at 9:30PM so that you can wake up at 6AM. Waking and sleeping at set times allows your body to fall into a consistent Circadian Rhythm, which benefits all your systems, including those responsible for regeneration (see: youthfulness). Establishing a consistent pattern of sleep-and-wake will quickly reset the brain to it’s more natural cycle, training your body to release the sleeping and waking hormones around sunset and sunrise respectively. If you’re one of those who thinks 5 hours a night is enough, think again. Recent studies have tied sleep deprivation to an increased risk of high blood pressure, Type 2 Diabetes, obesity and depression.

So what to do? It might be hard to get sleepy at 9:30 when you first begin, especially if you have an ADD brain that just won’t quit. So, you need to do something to calm the body and mind. It’s ok to have a glass of wine at night but don’t drink it right before bed time, if you know it will keep you wired. Try using herbs to help you wind down -like lemon balm, passion flower, chamomile and valerian root. Melatonin can also be helpful.

But, sometimes the simplest cheapest trick can be the most effective… So, if you do nothing else at all, do this: make your bedroom PITCH BLACK! Not even the light from your cell phone while it’s charging. Charge it some place else. Her text will be there in the morning. Trust me. Your bedroom should serve two purposes: sex and sleep.  …Yeah, yeah, I did write about “turning the lights on to spice it up”, but give me a break. Even without light, you can find your partner under the blankets. So, do what you must and get to sleep right after. Assuming you’re still getting some at all. If your loved one no longer sleeps in your bed, then keep reading. You know who you are. This article is for you. It’s not about sex right now. It’s about bringing your sexy back. So, turn off the lights, Guys, and get ready for the “sleep wave”.

…Do you know about this?  It’s hugely important. Turns out, the “sleep wave” is the window of opportunity in which your body is best able to put itself asleep. It’s like when you get hit with the need for a “power nap.” If this hits you at around 9 pm, that’s considered your “sleep wave.” If you’re an early riser, this wave will likely take place between 8:45pm to 9:30pm. If you miss it, you are pretty much F#@%ed. Studies have found that once our sleep wave has passed our brain is less able to fall asleep, meaning that you’re looking at two more hours before your able to easily fall asleep again. This tiny time gate is so critical.

So go to bed, Man.  Your health comes first.

Nutrition: Change begins with lighter meals to get the pounds off

The weight-loss plan outlined here includes seven-day’s-worth of meal suggestions plus great nutritional tips to hold diet boredom at bay and keep you motivated enough to stick with it. It only takes about 30 days to notice remarkable improvements in body and mind, including higher energy levels and clearer thinking.

TIP:  For those who believe carbohydrates are the enemy, turns out carbs are a man’s main source of energy and should make up 50% percent of your daily caloric needs, with 20% going to protein and 30% to fat. Simple, processed carbohydrates are another matter altogether and should be avoided entirely.

As a man, the most calories you should consume in a day is 2,600.  An exercise program allows you to adjust this number.  Keep record of your calorie intake and output to help set weight loss goals. As noted in one of my latest articles, track calories in your iPhone. My top app choice for calorie tracking is MyPlate – Livestrong.

Try these daily meal suggestions next week to launch your new program and set some guidelines for the future!

Breakfast:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday:  

• 4 egg-white Garden Veggie Omelet with broccoli, zucchini and chopped red bell pepper.
• ¼ cup of berries (blueberry and strawberry).

Tuesday and Thursday:

• Four eggs white omelet with spinach, feta cheese, roasted sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs/spices of choice, including a pinch of sea salt.
• Side of fruit, e.g. blackberries and raspberries.

Weekends

• Oatmeal w/ bananas
• Two poached eggs

Coffee to stimulate your brain is a must. Try changing from your everyday Latte to regular plain coffee to save on calories. Keep it simple.

Lunch:

• Go for a skinless grilled chicken breast, tuna salad or baked honey turkey, served on a bed of spinach.
• Consider adding avocado. It has 30 grams of unsaturated fat and, while estimates vary, about 16 of those grams are monounsaturated. You need just one-quarter of one fruit—to get optimal lycopene, beta-carotene and other antioxidant absorption.
• For additional salad toppings choose blueberries, raspberries and macadamia nuts. The latter are rich in monounsaturated fat and just a few will do. Maybe add a few sliced almonds, too, for bone-health and an extra protein crunch.
• For dressing, mix balsamic vinegar, honey and olive oil. One-third teaspoon of olive oil yields 3.3 grams of monounsaturated fats, along with polyphenols and vitamin E.

Mid-day snack:

• Try any smoothie -any kind of your choice- Top healthier choices for an energy boost are peanut butter-banana, or vanilla-banana-almond, tropical mango-strawberries with plain yogurt. Any smoothie will do. All smoothies range between 400 calories to 800 calories/16oz depending on the dairy choices you choose.

Note to brain for all men: According to both the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, you require 1.4 to 2.0 grams of protein per kilogram to build or maintain muscle mass. This is equivalent to about 0.64 to 0.82 grams of protein per pound of body weight each day.

Dinner:

Be boring and choose the same meals-eat the same thing every week. Make habit of your food choices. A habit is a pattern of behavior that becomes automatic over time.

Monday – Friday:

Go for grilled chicken, steamed vegetables, black beans, salad and one glass of red wine.

Please, avoid beer for the rest of your life if you can. That is the only way to get rid of your beer belly.

Weekend:

Go out and eat what you want! This is the time to let loose and have fun. You will be more likely to stick with healthy choices during the week, knowing that you’re free to eat what you want on the weekends. If I may suggest, though: go out on a date and split your meal. And maybe go for grilled fish, like, halibut, sea bass and salmon instead of red meat, which you should avoid at all cost.

After every date night dinner, if you live near the beach or a fun area, take a walk to burn the dinner off. The weekend is your opportunity to evaluate the changes in your body and energy levels. More importantly, it’s a time to embrace the attention you’ll soon be getting from woman who can’t take their eyes off of you.

Exercise and training essentials:

Forget about willpower. It doesn’t exist. Not consistently-enough for our purposes anyway. Build good habits, instead. Just like the mandatory sleeping and eating habits guidelines, laid out above, working out is no longer optional. Like I’ve said, when we do something routinely, it becomes a habit. So, start thinking of exercise like brushing your teeth.

How do we best burn fat during our routine workout? In the beginning, I suggest hiring a trainer to help motivate, track your progress and set goals. My advice is to use the same trainer your wife and/or girlfriend currently uses. A good trainer will combine aerobics for cardiovascular fitness with resistance training to strengthen your muscles.

For cardio, I recommend a running and cycling fitness workout. Before you take on running, spend at least two weeks walking at an aerobic pace. You will slowly graduate to jogging, until you’re finally ready to run. For cycling, consider investing in Peloton Cycling, it will be the best investment you will ever make. Peloton comes with an HD multi-touchscreen which links to WiFi allowing you to train live with some of the top cycling instructors in the country. It really is the best indoor fitness that you can do at your own pace. “Once you see results it will become something you totally crave”. However, before you spend the money on Peloton check with your doctor that it’s right for you. I have it and I love it. While Peloton cycling provides great fitness, it does not accomplish getting you out of the house. “Letting off steam” is the best therapy for most men and, for that, outdoor running still the best.

I’M SEXY AND YOU KNOW IT…

Men who believe they are sexy, look sexy. So, what they wear and how they act are a pretty big deal, too. Now, it’s no secret that a killer fashion sense doesn’t come in the average straight man’s repertoire.

So, here are some helpful tips from us ladies:

• Always aim for well-fitted clothing. Daddies, please get rid of your ultra-casual clothes: T-shirts, cargo pants, jean shorts etc. Not even to the park.
• On date night: Go for fitted dress tucked-in collar cuff sport shirt-preferable long sleeves and roll them up. White, light blue or contrast collar are very sexy. Pair with a dark pair fitted jeans or slacks to compliment the entire look. Dress it up with a sports coat in either beige or navy blue and wear well-made shoes. Quality has value – it’s worth the money.
• Faces: When you’re out-and-about, wear sunscreen with a tan pigment. Yes, like foundation, it will hide imperfections, like that white-boy redness…or the whiteness itself. Sorry fair-skinned guys, toning-down the “white look” will make you appear younger.  Unfortunately for some, looks are everything.  Dress to look your best.

Let’s break it down for review. Good sleeping patterns, great nutrition and a practical exercise regimen can become habits that change your life. All you have to do is make the choice to change. And, by applying the “habit approach”, you’ll speed up the process for these changes to take root subconsciously. Be goofy and active. If you stay fit and young-at-heart, you will be in better shape than most men half-your-age. You will be ageless. Consistency and a good attitude are the secrets to achieving all of your goals. Know that you’re sexy and look that way (well-dressed and sharp) and you stand out from all the others. Believe. In. You.

By Esmie Gallemore at esmie blog’s corner.

While your man might tell you “you look great in anything you wear”, including those comfortable flats, it’s hard to ignore the fact that, when you’re out-and-about together, he’s the first guy to rubberneck toward that hot chick passing by in killer heels.

Back in the day, it was considered kind of “inappropriate” for overtly sexy women to walk around in super high heels. Bystanders would share awkward looks and shake their heads in disapproval. Even today, how many of us have pointed a finger at some chick wearing shamelessly high heels like, “how dare she walk into our environment”! Am I right? Then we might refer to her as a “desperate bitch” while elbowing our guy in the ribs for looking at her.

Well, here’s the thing. Unless we want these Cat Bitches to continue prancing into our environments and turning our men’s heads to the point of no return, we need to step-up our game and get right with the fact that times are changing. So, stop sitting there wishing you were one of those women and do what it takes to become one.

Confidence in your appearance is the first step to exuding sexiness.  But expect to put in a little time, effort, and money to look your best too. The fact is, men love women who look sexy in high heels because a woman who looks sexy in high heels is walking the walk!!! She also probably knows how to take care of herself. Young moms are notorious for letting themselves go and putting all attention on the baby. Cats, on the other hand, are notorious for never letting their appearance slide.

Well, I can assure you, the Cats are coming to town. So open your eyes wide, Ladies, and fight the f#ck back! The answer is an age-old secret and it’s not to obsess over your appearance… It really is just about the high heels.

Wives Vs Cats

If you are married with children or just unmarried and “comfortable” with your plain boring life as it stands, and feel “High Heels” are not your “thing”… Today is your day to reconsider. It’s possible to wear stylish shoes without pain though, ladies, beauty hurts, sexy even more. Wearing heels is a pain in the heel. Who cares, NO Pain, NO Gain!! The fact is, women with the highest heels get the most attention. It may not always be the kind of attention we want, but it’s the truth. Men are turned on by a woman who can rock high heels. All men have their secret fantasies and those fantasies get worse as the man gets older. They already have an image in their mind of what they want.  So imagine one day you show up in sexy high heels unexpectedly… Man goes crazy! My very own girl? Really? Yes. Really. Abracadabra, his fantasy quickly turns to reality. Not to mention the excitement he feels in knowing his fantasy girl (i.e. you, his woman) is guaranteed to follow him home for the night…  I swear he will rip your clothes off.

Getting your first pair of real high heels

First, you need to go buy a pair of the highest heels you could possibly tolerate. If you are new to this, don’t get the cheapest pair.  Go for brand. There are many women who can only wear flats now because they ruined their feet wearing bad high heels every day. High quality heels are expensive for a reason. Trust me on this. I wear heels to go grocery shopping, so comfort and endurance are critical factors when I choose a new pair. The best time for trying on new heels is when your feet are tired and swollen. If the new pair feels amazing on your feet at the end of a day, then that is your pair. You’re off to a great start.

If you’re a plus size woman, check out my articles on a balanced diet and losing weight, and know that being overweight doesn’t mean you can’t look stunning in heels. The right heels for you are likely a round toe pump or platforms, both extremely comfortable and known to evenly distribute weight so that the balls of your feet don’t get all the pressure. Oh, and get this, they’ll also hide chubbiness by slenderizing the look of the foot!

So, what’s in it for you?

Deep down, it feels right to have a night or two….or three, why not? …where you become the dominatrix and make your man totally crazy for you. Truth be told, the real pleasure behind this is how it makes us feel. Just because, at one point, you let yourself go or just because you are a mommy, it doesn’t mean we don’t still have it. Getting attention feels right. Feeling pretty and sexy feels right. And nothing looks sexier than a woman in high heels. Wearing heels increases height by 4-6 inches (because of the slope), depending on the shoe. So, why not go for the highest? I always do.

This is especially helpful for the women who glorify the “tall look”, like most women do. Well, the “tall look” can only be achieved in one way – wearing heels. They make our legs look longer and shapelier while complimenting and drawing attention to our wardrobe. No worries moms, you don’t have to give up that ugly floral print smock, just dress it up with heels!  Women also tend to feel and act smarter when wearing heels.

But, of course there are cons to everything. Yes, you will experience ankle and foot pain, especially when you work all day in heels. Don’t let this dissuade you. I have my working heels, my looking pretty heels, my shopping heels and my dancing heels. Make smart choices and protect your feet at all cost. However, wearing high heels eventually strengthens your ankle muscles and improves posture. I’m a professional dancer so I know.

In summary

High heels can make you feel feminine, confident and powerful. Heels compliment both your everyday wear and evening outfits. Remember that a woman in heels is what every man wants in bed. If something so simple can make you appear slimmer and draw your man’s attention to the entire length of your body, then it’s definitely worth a try. Oh, and there’s a little bonus. After that hot-high-heel date with your special guy, do yourselves a favor and keep those heels on in the bedroom. It’s sensual and erotic and will bring some fantasies to life, which can only stand to strengthen your relationship.  You will know when it is time to take the heels off…..

By Esmie Gallemore at my corner blog

TMT Competition October 2016

When you were dating your husband, every night was ‘fo sho’ ending in sex. Oh yes, you KNEW you were getting some serious loving. Because of this, your “hair down there” would always be nicely shaved into a heart, legs silky and always wearing your sexiest underwear. We would even douche the morning of, so we could be fresh in preparation for the happy ending that awaited us. For the female, sex drive is actually more intense while dating – usually making the man feel like he hit the jack pot and quickly falling in love. But, what happens once we get married?

Well, marriage happens. We date, we get engaged, get married… then comes honeymoon bliss… But, the moment we’re back from fantasy land, we turn into a ticking clock. And it’s on baby time. Sex becomes a cold and calculated, “I’m ovulating and my parents are on their way so hurry up.” We are on one mission: baby-making.

Once the first baby pops out, we’re taking literally hundreds of pictures with our phone cams and falling so in love with our Little One… that our Big One becomes not so important.

That is, until we want baby number two!

And, then, there we go again, back to, “I’m ovulating but I have my tennis class at 10, so hurry up”. Once you get pregnant for the second time, the battle to stay married begins and dating becomes a beautiful memory… like something from a movie… unreal, almost.

Emotionally, the challenges that arise with the new additions affect both mommy and daddy. There is less tolerance and patience to go around and so we find we’re talking less to one another. You’re probably saying, “not me, I love having sex.” But, do you, really? I know I’m not alone on this. Anyway, “having sex” is one thing. “Fucking-the-shit” out of your husband is another.

Basically, if you find yourself ordering him to “pull out and hurry up – let’s leave the orgasm for next week”, or you tell him you’re “on your period” when you’re not, or you let him know he’s takes too long during the act… Or maybe you just flat-out don’t want to be with him… Then this article is for you.

HSDD, hypoactive sexual desire disorder, is ones of the most common sexual dysfunctions affecting women ages 18 all-the-way-to 60 and it’s usually exacerbated by having children. Multiple factors contribute to the emotional & physical stress of having kids, like “baby weight”, declining hormones, jobs, financial issues… even the loss of interest in your partner… This all begins to take its toll in the bedroom!

Unlike our men, who are horny practically 24/7 — until they’re affected by erectile dysfunction, which can be miraculously cured by literally popping a pill — women have a tough time dealing with this. So how do we fix it?

Turn the Lights On and Spice It Up!

The solution begins with recognizing that, for women, this problem of lower libido is caused by a combination of both mental and physical factors. Yes, some of the problem is in our heads and we can actually control this, in part, with a change of attitude and behavior along with positive habit-forming practices.  In terms of the physical, if you have an few extra pounds from “baby weight”, don’t wait until you lose it to become more sexually active. It’s a process and it takes awhile. You’re not Kim Kardashian.

My very own nannie is a woman who elevates people. I asked her to tell me her secret for always being so happy, and she answered , “I turn the lights on when I make love to my husband. I embrace my body while making love” …

By turning the lights on, you’re embracing your body while re-awakening the horny little bitch in you. He definitely wants you and, when he actually gets to SEE you during sex, you’ll connect more deeply.

Try facing each other. Stare into each other’s eyes and fall in love all over again. Kill him with long sweet kisses, then slide down to the private parts and take care of business. The connection that once brought you two together, can be taken to a whole new level!

Maybe overpower him when he comes home from work every once in a while. Take him to the bedroom (or another room!) and turn on the lights.  Deep down, men are really looking for love, acceptance and intimacy. With the lights on, you see each other as you are and have the opportunity to fully love and accept one another, making the reward of orgasm that much greater and easier to achieve.

And, remember that men – yes, even your husband – can get intimidated by that bitch in you. So, show him that you really want him. Make love in every room, even the baby’s room.

Schedule sex. Think about it – that hot sex you had when you were dating was technically “scheduled sex”, because you both knew you could count on it. Try Monday, Wed and Saturdays – and, if he brings you flowers and helps with the baby, give him a quickie against the kitchen counter as a bonus… Surprise him.

Try doggy style, spooning (you’re the spoon), 69, and invent new poses. These positions will strengthen your bond and re-awaken the love between you.

In summary, sex in marriage requires the same commitment as marriage itself. It also requires energy and crazy passion. Don’t let him go. If you keep it exciting in the bedroom and always tell him how much you love him, you’ll find your way back to those hot date nights of the past. Or maybe onwards to something even better.  …Not to mention, having sex will keep you young and help you lose some of that baby weight…

By Esmie Gallemore – at my corner blog page

If you say that you’re drawn to the “crazy type”, I’m willing to bet you’re JUST as crazy, if not more so, than that “crazy guy” you’re dating or your “crazy wife” back home.
Sensitive subject, I know… Especially for the men who smugly believe that they are perfectly normal while women are totally “cray cray”….

So, who are Mr. and Mrs Right and what is the “perfect fit”…?

For whatever it’s worth here is my opinion on the matter.

You ever wonder why millionaires attract millionaires. ….or, more like why older millionaires attract younger gorgeous woman, often “the model,” successful bad-ass looking one? They’ve got nothing in common, right? …Wrong.

Most glamorous, successful women are very much like the millionaire-business man type. These women are tireless individuals who go through the work of surgical interventions, perfect nails, perfect dresses, painful heels, tireless gym work-outs, perfect make-up, and perfect hair every day, and they attract that perfect man who will keep up their high-maintenance lifestyle.

People call girls like this “lucky”. Luck has nothing to do with it. The fact is, these millionaire men look for their same level of drive and intensity in a woman – AKA the tigress.

Or what about the average stay-home mom who likes to be comfortable in flats, lose-fit floral print dresses and zero makeup with same looking hair every day. That type who just loves “being a mom” – often well-educated, indeed, but with a non-practicing degree cause she was in wedlock by age 25. Who are these types of women married to? Probably the safe guys.

The truth is, like attracts like. We are more likely to judge than embrace our opposites. Sometimes the similarities that attract are hard to appreciate. At one point or another, we’ve all badmouthed that great-looking bitch who we judge for being 15 years her husband’s junior. Or we judge the stay-at-home mom “lawyer” for not doing her make-up and for going out of her way to keep her husband content when, in fact, he’s just as boring and likes the peace and comfort she brings him.

People with OCD – the functional ones- have an uncontrollable need to control everything. While someone like this be really annoying to you; ironically, you might actually need them and their controlling personality to bring order to your life. People with OCD are perfectionists and usually successful for that very reason. They know that their constant pushing and nagging will get the job done right, no matter how crazy other people might say they are. Those same people, btw, often have suppressed better-halves – their deep-down chronic undiagnosed OCD/ADHD counterparts – who also get all their work done anyway. No need for treatment when you have one another to balance things out.

Facts are boring people like boring people. Weird people like weird people. Intense people are drawn to intensity and crazy attracts crazy. While opposites might attract on the surface, the charm wears off quick – about as long as a one-night stand. The lack of similar goals, passion and drive often results in a failed relationship. In the end, opposites attack.

So while opposites may attract, the relationship may be doomed. Why the attraction of opposites? Some literature research indicates that those who view an individual as having an unusual nature or an “opposite” quality are reacting to something they desire in that individual. A life they wish they had…

No doubt opposites attract. If you’re a laid-back person, you will definitely be curious about someone who is a bit crazy. But, People, please do yourself and your opposite a favor and look the other way. They are just not your type.

Why do relationships between opposites fail? It’s the cold hard truth that an ambitious successful woman will be bored as hell after one week with the 8-5- safe guy even if he holds a bad-ass degree. Facts are intensity is drawn to intensity. Comfort for these type of people who are totally successful individuals lies with uncertainty. Successful bad-ass woman do not like man who like to stay safe inside their comfort zone.

Oh, and by the way! The OCD “nut-case” won’t be able to stand the “stay-home mom” for much longer than a few hours. Finding someone who shares your “very own crazy” will actually balance the inner YOU.

Your perfect type is a like-minded person who will make you feel understood and safe enough to let them pull your own internal opposite to the surface! Yes, your soul mate will reflect you in many ways but some of their deep seeded tendencies may oppose you – in fact you may learn to love what you hate after you start to date!

So, whether you’re faced with the crazy model, the laid back stay-home wife, the gothic bad-ass bitch, the laid-back 8-5 husband, or the OCD doctor, know that your similarities rather than differences will give you the best chance for a lifelong soul mate. Each of them can also possess the wild Tiger/Tigress spirit who will grant you the fiery sexual desire fantasy that runs through your head when you see your opposite. To further clarify or confuse – opposites may not be so opposite at all, and like persons may be more dissimilar than you think. Every partner has their “crazy”.

By Esmie Gallemore – at my corner blog page

Esmeralda Gallemore performing in International Latin Competition World Championship in September 2016

Ten years ago no one was talking about probiotics. Only recently do we understand their benefit, not only in terms of the digestive system but also for brain function, fighting infection, controlling high-blood-pressure & cholesterol, treating depression & chronic fatigue syndrome, overcoming IBS, and losing weight. Perhaps even more importantly, probiotics are an essential beauty secret, helping you look younger and healthier. …not to mention its boosting effect on your libido!

Vaginas and probiotics

Let’s cut to the chase and talk about the female reproductive organ. Ladies, do not underestimate the power of the vagina. And guess what? They get better with age. That is, if you treat them right. I’m sure you’ve all heard the old adage, “if you don’t use it, you lose it”? Well, same goes with vaginas – they were meant to be put to use! In some women, the natural ability to balance yeast and bacteria diminishes, resulting in recurrent yeast infections, which can often lead to bladder infections.

Annoyingly, the common treatment for bladder infections is antibiotics, which can actually cause yeast infections! Suddenly, you’re stuck in a neverending cycle. And we wonder why our sex drive sucks? The energy spent on treating the side effects of sex are just too much to bare. So, some of us decide to take the easy way out and run from the penis entirely.

Luckily, the use of probiotics helps prevent the recurrence of yeast infections and restores the vagina’s natural internal environment. It also restores the protective layer over your vaginal walls which helps fight infection. See, the results are incredible!

The vagina is surrounded by strong muscles, powerful sensory nerves and multiple arteries with rich blood supplies – all of which happen to be key players in the ultimate orgasm. So, use probiotics and you won’t cheat yourself out of crazy good sex and multiple orgasms.

Note: vaginal dryness can affect anyone at any age. No, it’s not just a “menopause” symptom! Here’s a hint: whenever you take your probiotics, apply coconut oil vaginally to maximize the positive effect. Coconut oil is antibacterial and antifungal, so it will help prevent yeast infections while keeping you nice and wet.

Looking younger and sexier with probiotics

Our inner ecosystems fight daily battles to maintain our body’s balance. So, as we get older, factors like poor nutrition, environmental toxins, smoking, uv light, alcohol, and stress take their toll on our strong but fragile systems. When we’re young, we think we’re invincible and pay little attention to our body’s interiors – after all, they’re newer and more resilient, at that point, not yet exhausted by years of (face-it) misuse. Or maybe we’re just not seeing the issues until they manifest, years later, on our bodies’ exteriors. Sometimes it takes an issue offending our vanity, for us to really wake up! Whether we’re noticing lesser muscle tone, weight fluctuations or skin changes, we start to understand the price that’s paid for the brazenness of youth.

The good news is, it’s never too late to turn back time! So, let the changes begin!

The long-term integration of healthy bacteria into your daily lifestyle is key. Probiotics help produce vitamin B and K inside your intestines for immediate absorption. In general, they famously assist digestion, jumpstart the immune system, and enrich the blood – the latter being the body’s main transport system for oxygen and other vital elements to the organs. Ultimately, probiotics lighten your body’s workload by helping restore balance!

Probiotics and Brain Function

UCLA research discovered that healthy women who regularly consumed probiotic-enriched yogurt demonstrated improved brain function.

The study’s main author, Dr. Kirsten Tillisch, commented, “Many of us have a container of yogurt in our refrigerator that we may eat for enjoyment, for calcium or because we think it might help our health in other ways.

And get this! Probiotic bacteria might actually be able to rewire the neurochemistry of the brain to target chronic stress conditions like anxiety and depression!

Health Benefits of Taking Probiotics

Bacteria itself gets a bad rap and I think it’s about time they get to tell their side of the story! I get it, trust me. The thought of throwing back a few billion bacteria everyday might be (literally and figuratively) hard-to-swallow. But, never fear! A growing body of science suggests that you can prevent and treat various imbalances with foods and supplements containing live bacteria.

I hope you’re starting to see why the idea of self-prescribing bacteria might not be as outlandish as you may have thought? An estimated 100 trillion microorganisms, representing more than 500 different species inhabit every normal, healthy bowel. We call them microflora. These “tiny flowers” rarely make us sick – quite the contrary! In fact, they actually keep threatening intruders at bay.

By Esmie Gallemore – at my corner blog page

Many of us are motivated by the changes we see in our physical selves as we grow older, fatter, bitchier or generally “less attractive”. When we look in the mirror and wonder why our skin looks more beat than ever, we realize there may be something we can do about it. Truth be told, once we hear about a “nutrition or health secret” that someone else has tried with alleged success- even if it’s an isolated anecdote from Africa – we’re willing to give it a try. So what have we learned to be true and what information can we trust? Well, here’s my “food for thought” on the subject…

Put Yourself First

Everyday, from this moment forward, is about you: Even if you’re unsure of the outcome, be decisive! Make an educated decision and go for it. Be selfish and make yourself a priority. Gain knowledge and change paths. Never look back. Not even for a split second. It’s now or never.

Set Your Main Goal

Do you want to look younger or fitter? Do you want to overcome symptoms of menopause or impotence? We can help! Choose your target and let’s prepare a plan of attack. There is a solution for you.

Looking Younger

Consider Omega 3 fatty acids, water and anti-oxidant-rich foods for a healthier appearance. Omega 3 fatty acids, found in fish – especially fatty fish like Salmon – are very beneficial for your skin and can help your all-around appearance. Drink more water. That’s an essay in itself but you know you should. Eat lentils, beans and green leafy vegetables. These are all powerful sources of antioxidants and important minerals that will help you look hydrated. Women: please take the time to remove your make-up at night. It will help your skin stay hydrated and elastic. Always apply moisturizer. This is indeed one of the best tips for the appearance of well-hydrated and soft skin. I know this may sound crazy, but stop frowning! Trust me, it will help avoid wrinkles. The sun is your worst enemy and the main source of aging. Practice expressing yourself without crinkling your forehead. Your best friend from this point forward is a big – and by big I mean HUGE – hat and sunglasses. Sunscreen, while helpful, does less than you think to protect you against the damaging effects of direct sunlight. But if you are a sun-worshiper, wear plenty and don’t forget to reapply every hour or so. Oh, and drink red wine: It has a powerful compound for anti-aging and can help to lengthen your lifespan. Eradicate sodas from your life. No more sugar-filled drinks. One last tip on how to stay young: take vitamin D supplements so that you can avoid the sun as much as possible. There are multiple benefits of Vitamin D, including lesser chance of diseases like depression or cancer, a fact which is also supported by these studies. Avoid smoking or hanging out with smokers. One day next to a smoker is one-day-older you’ll look.

Fight Menopause or Impotence Today

Sleep more than 7 hours a night and choose an active job! Pick a job that keeps you up and about rather than in a chair most of the day. These changes will improve your energy levels and your ability to focus.

Bypass menopause and maintain your libido. Age-related hormone changes don’t have to define you. Just as the right diet improves your health and nutrition, the right supplements can help you overcome changes in glandular function. Before your ovaries are screaming for support or your penis needs a lift, make systematic changes to your supplementation and lifestyle to maximize health and pleasure. Regular exercise, the right diet, getting enough sleep, reducing stress, moderating alcohol intake and natural supplements can help balance your hormones and restore vitality.

By Esmie Gallemore – at my corner blog page

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The commitment to lose weight and be good to the one body you’re stuck with takes WORK! And whoever tells you differently is either completely delusional or one of those people we hate, who’s blessed with skinny genes regardless of how much they eat or exercise. However, being skinny is not the same as being healthy. Losing weight for overall health takes hard work and commitment. But, that doesn’t mean you have to suffer!

Losing Weight

Begin with eating lots of fruits – all day long. Fruits are powerful antioxidants that can protect your body from oxidative damage and provide a better alternative to processed sugars which adversely affect your metabolism and promote weight gain. Avoid junk food at all costs. It’s called “junk” and “fast” for a reason. Fast because it’s one of the most rapid ways to gain weight and “junk” because processed foods are harmful to your organs and increase your risk of diseases down the road. Did you know they have also been proven to actually increase your appetite. Today can be the day you change. Start easy. Drink lots of water 30 minutes before meals. It can help suppress your appetite and maintain weight loss. Up to 44% more weight can be lost in the short and long term by adding water before every meal and it will improve the appearance of your skin. People, please, please DO NOT OVER-EAT. Learn how to be content with small meals. Most people are overweight because they over stuff themselves when things get tough. Avoid processed carbohydrates. Processed carbs can lead to many diseases as proven by scientific studies. When you’re hungry, go for nuts like raw almonds. They’ll help suppress your appetite.

Commit to a Sport

If you want to be in the best shape ever – or at least your best shape – pick a sport and do it heavy duty. And don’t give me that bull crap line that you’re “too old.” Let’s start with walking. If you can walk, that can be your heavy duty sport. As you get stronger walking, pick a different sport that fulfils you. If you think that sounds too hard, just keep on walking until you gain more confidence. By building toned and stronger muscles, you will look younger than your age.

Get Off the Couch and Let go of your iPhone

If you are one of those people who never get out, today is your day. Go out and meet new people. If you don’t like to smile, try teeth whitening, fix your smile, whatever it takes but get out and become a social butterfly. The more sociable, the more approachable. Have a girls/boys night out once a week – this will help your smile! Loosen your attachment to the cell. If you must use your iPhone, use it for calorie tracking. There are multiple fun apps like MyPlate – Livestrong – Make weight loss a reality with over 1000 food options and the ability to scan food items with your iPhone camera. You will be able to track all the calories you eat and rate of weight loss are also captured. Watch your goals and dreams turn to reality. Rather than using then iPhone for social media, try to limit phone use for calorie tracking and only use it when you really need to – maybe one hour during lunch and another before dinner, just to let people know you’re still alive and kicking. You will find you have more time each day to accomplish committing to a sport, losing weight and live the life you deserve!

By Esmie Gallemore – at my corner blog page