Showing posts with label video. Show all posts
Showing posts with label video. Show all posts
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Wine-O's Unite! Raise your glass.. Is Wine Good for You?
Thanks to its alcohol content and non-alcoholic phytochemicals (natural occurring plant compounds), wine has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, certain cancers and slow the progression of neurological degenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease.
However, the amount of wine you drink matters tremendously. Drink more than what’s recommended, your health benefits are lost and your health risks go up.
Here’s what’s considered safe and effective:
Men: No more than two drinks per day.
Women: No more than one drink per day.
One drink is defined as a 5-ounce glass of red or white wine, 12 ounces of regular beer (1 bottle) or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits.
The health benefits of wine
When it comes to wine’s health capabilities, here’s what we know:
It’s been well documented that moderate amounts of alcohol can raise your good cholesterol (HDL-cholesterol) and thin your blood. This is thought to be one of the primary cardiovascular benefits from wine (red and white), as well as hard liquor and beer.
Non-alcoholic phytochemicals in wine, such as flavanoids and resveratrol, act as antioxidants and prevent molecules known as “free radicals” from causing cellular damage in the body.
The negative side of wine
Wine, however, is not for everyone. Certain medical conditions are worsened by the consumption of wine, so it’s vital you seek the advice of your personal physician. Here’s a few things to know:
High Triglycerides: One downside to wine consumption is that it can elevate triglyceride levels, which is associated with health problems such as diabetes. Those who already have high triglycerides should, therefore, avoid or dramatically limit their wine (and alcohol) consumption.
Breast Cancer Risk: Studies have shown alcohol can increase estrogen levels and raise tumor progression in women with (or at high risk for) estrogen positive breast cancer.
Migraines: Wine is often a big trigger for people who suffer with migraine headaches. Although white wine contains more sulfites than red wine (sulfites are added to white wine to preserve its light color), red wine seems to be a much bigger migraine trigger. That’s probably due to the accumulation of histamines and tannins from prolonged contact with the skin.
Weight Gain: People who drink alcohol also consume empty calories, calories that lack nutrients and can lead to weight gain.
Five ounces white or red wine = approximately 120 calories. Drink a bottle of wine (4 glasses), and you’ll be consuming about 480 calories (that’s the equivalent of two 20-ounce Cokes!).
Here’s how alcohol compares to carbohydrate/protein/fat:
1 gram carb = 4 calories
1 gram protein = 4 calories
1 gram fat = 9 calories
1 gram alcohol = 7 calories
To read the entire article: Click Here
Joy Bauer is the author of “Food Cures.” For more information on healthy eating, check out Joy’s Web site at http://www.joybauernutrition.com/
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Laughter is Food for the Soul!!! Laughing Baby!!!
Every time I see this video I could burst with joy!! Makes me miss my babies at this age. My oldest used to laugh hysterically when I would pop bubble wrap and the sound of zippers...My youngest loved to play with brown paper bags and blowing bubbles. Babies are so innocent and precious, can't help but to love'em!! Cherish these moments while they are little because they grow up soooo fast. I hope this makes you as happy as it made me this morning!! LOL! Have a great day. (smile)
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Daddy.....
I'm a Daddy's girl to the core!
Beyonce took the words out of my mouth....I cry every time I hear this song. I love you Daddy!
Monday, June 13, 2011
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Kelly Price ft Stokley!::: NEW Video- Not My Daddy
Kelly Price is back and more fabulous than ever!!!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Courage & Hope...BFF shares her story on Empowered Online Magazine:: Breast Cancer Survivor
Viola (Vee) Sumo, my best friend/cousin sat down to do an interview with Empowered Online Magazine. She shares her journey to recovery and her life as a Breast Cancer Survivor! Check it out here>> Empowered Online Magazine
Early Detection:
An Early Breast Cancer Detection Plan should include:
Beginning at age 20: Performing breast self-exams and looking for any signs of change.
Age 20 to 39: Scheduling clinical breast exams every three years.
By the age of 40: Having a baseline mammogram and annual clinical breast exams.
Ages 40 to 49: Having a mammogram every one to two years depending on previous findings.
Ages 50 and older: Having a mammogram every year.
The National Cancer Institute www.cancer.gov/bcrisktool
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Beyonce Teams Up With the First Lady to get Kids MOVING!
Physical activity is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. In combination with healthy eating, it can help prevent a range of chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, and stroke, which are the three leading causes of death. Physical activity helps control weight, builds lean muscle, reduces fat, promotes strong bone, muscle and joint development, and decreases the risk of obesity. Children need 60 minutes of play with moderate to vigorous activity every day to grow up to a healthy weight.
"I am excited to be part of this effort that addresses a public health crisis. First Lady Michelle Obama deserves credit for tackling this issue directly, and I applaud the NAB Education Foundation for trying to make a positive difference in the lives of our schoolchildren," said Beyonce.
Middle School students all across the nation are scheduled to dance in unison on Tuesday, May 3, at 1:42 p.m. Eastern Time.
Let’s Move! aims to increase opportunities for kids to be physically active, both in and out of school and to create new opportunities for families to move together.
Active Families: Engage in physical activity each day : a total of 60 minutes for children, 30 minutes for adults.
Active Schools: A variety of opportunities are available for schools to add more physical activity into the school day, including additional physical education classes, before–and afterschool programs, recess, and opening school facilities for student and family recreation in the late afternoon and evening.
Active Communities: Mayors and community leaders can promote physical fitness by working to increase safe routes for kids to walk and ride to school; by revitalizing parks, playgrounds, and community centers; and by providing fun and affordable sports and fitness programs.
Source: Let's Move!!!!
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Jill Scott has a new Video!! 'Shame' ft: Eve
Get it Jilly!!
Jill and Eve
on the set...I love this look...
"The video was shot in the Philadelphia neighborhood where Jill grew up. The location of the shoot is the Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center, where Jill spent her summers as a kid. When she heard the rec center was closing, Jill and her Blues Babe foundation paid for repairs on the center to keep it open." Continue Reading on Essence....
Keep an eye out on Jill's album, "Light of the Sun."
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Mary Mary "Walking" Video & Behind the Scenes
This is what you have all been waiting for. Check out the video for “Walking,” the first single from Mary Mary’s upcoming album Something Big available March 29. WATCH NOW
Pre-order Something Big today at Mary Mary’s Official Store, Amazon or iTunes! Something Big will be available everywhere March 29.
Look at me..I’m trying...Every day...I fall down..Make mistakes...Get back up...Try again...Next time that...See me...I’m walking I'm walking I'm walking...I put one foot in front of the other! Left. Right. Left. Right....I LOVE IT!
SOURCE: www.mary-mary.com
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Friday, October 1, 2010
Shout Out from the Mocha Peach!!!
My friend, The Mocha Peach recently gave me a shout out yall! YAY! I feel so geeked because she is amazing! She has one of the REALEST blogs on the net. She gives a straight no chaser perspective to relationships, sex and dating. I just love her! You gotta love it when folk keep it real!! Check her out yall, you will be glued to your seat!
The Next LAST DRAGON...
Hey ladies!! Dropping off a video of a brotha on a mission. He is a friend of my husband and is doing big things... Remember the Last Dragon movie from the 80's??? I think Taimak was my first crush, I'm sure many of you can agree with me on that one! LOL! Peep this video ladies and share it with a pal!! A little early morning eye candy for yall, don't say I ain't neva gave you nuthin'... *wink*
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
Kevin Sbraga wins as the first African American TOP CHEF!!!!
"You are Top Chef," Top Chef host Padma Lakshmi told Kevin, a 30-year-old from Willingboro, NJ, as he and fellow finalists Ed Cotton and Angelo Sosa waited to learn their fate.
"I am?" Ed asked.
"That was the best reaction ever!" lead judge Tom Colicchio laughed.
"I won, Jersey's taking the belt home," a more composed Kevin said afterwards. "It's really like a dream come true... this is a life-changer. My career has been good, but this could make it great, it could make it incredible."
"It's absolutely huge that I'm the first African-American Top Chef. My dad, my sister, my friends, the guys at the barber shop -- they're going to eat it up, they're going to love it. I'm Top Chef!"
Kevin
Vegetable course: eggplant, zucchini and pepper terrine -- call it sweet justice for Ed, but Eric Ripert was a fan of the presentation but not the lack of flavor or contrast
Fish course: pan-seared rouget with cuttlefish sauce and noodles -- who knew potbelly and squid went together like peanut butter and jelly? Kevin did!
Meat course: roasted duck breast with duck dumpling -- Eric was amazed by the caramelized bok choy. "I have never zeen zees!"
Dessert course: frozen Singapore sling with tropical fruits -- restaurateur Iggy Chan was positively floored by the sling, which he deemed the new national dessert. Everyone seemed to agree that it was a complex, successful spin on a traditional favorite.
SOURCE::: www.huffingtonpost.com
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