I love at-home spa treatments because most of the items you need, you probably already have in your kitchen or bathroom cabinets. Here are some ways you can use honey, yogurt, aloe vera liquid, oils, sugars and even coffee grinds, to make fantastic at home spa treatments in a matter of seconds.

Honey Yogurt and Aloe Vera Masque
Put your daily dose of yogurt to use on your face, with a honey yogurt and aloe vera masque. As a moisturizing masque, this is great for the fall weather and winter climate. Just mix two tablespoons of plain yogurt, one ounce of local honey and about one ounce of aloe vera liquid ( not aloe gel, it isn’t as natural) together in a bowl. Now just apply the mixture to your face and take a breather for 15 minutes. (more…)

Did you know that every hour of every day, 330 Americans turn 60? When our bodies start to go snap, crackle, pop we might not feel very inspired to keep a fitness routine, but having one is possible and important as we age. My Grandpa is 87 and he swims regularly at the YMCA. Swimming, aerobics, strength training along with flexibility and balance exercises can enhance one’s physical abilities into their 90s and beyond. (more…)

Looks can be deceiving. Even when it comes to vegetables.Did you know that broccoli and your bikini don’t go together? Sure, it might seem like a trim choice to devour before you slip into your bikini, but think again.

You’ll want to think twice about eating foods that make your body retain water and calorie packed foods before you plan to flaunt your trim body in a swimsuit. Here’s the skinny on what to avoid and way.

 

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Have you ever wondered how your brain knows when you’re getting full? I mean, sure, you are eating and eventually your stomach fills up, but how does your body know when it’s reached that point? A hormone called leptin is responsible. Leptin comes from the Greek word “Leptos,” which means “thin.” (more…)

Earlier this month, seven former U.S. health secretaries, including Tommy Thompson and Donna Shalala, sent a letter to Congress requesting a ban on menthol cigarettes. This letter was sent in response to a legislative provision that would allow menthol cigarettes to be sold, while banning other flavored tobacco. At beYOUmag.com, we obviously discourage smoking, in any form. What’s the fuss over menthol cigarettes?

There are some surprising answers to this question. According to Bloomberg.com, “almost 75 percent of black smokers (more…)