tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23217625708481939192026-08-19T21:43:59.909-07:00Billionaire's Daughter A place for me to write my thoughts and share my craft.AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-91061259950126729392016-01-20T00:10:00.000-08:002016-01-20T00:10:07.575-08:007 Kettlebell Moves for a Killer Core Strengthen Your Core With This Easy To Follow Kettlebell Exercises If you haven’t heard of them yet, kettlebells — cast-iron weights, which resemble a bowling ball with a flat bottom and handle on top — are all the rage in gyms and home gyms alike. Training with the Russian-born fitness tool helps improve strength and cardiovascular endurance, plus they’re great for balance AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-1257799493436670982016-01-09T00:12:00.000-08:002016-01-09T00:12:02.248-08:003 Crazy Running Pains—Solved! There are plenty of enticing things to keep you from your workout—your sweatpants, your warm couch, that extra episode of Breaking Bad you stayed up to watch last night. So you don’t need one of these weird, but totally common workout pains to sideline your success. Learn how to prevent them from popping up, plus the fastest healing tips if you have already got AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-70853915914019952252016-01-02T23:50:00.000-08:002016-01-02T23:50:00.079-08:00What’s the best way to warm-up? To make sure your body is prepared to work out, you need to get the blood flowing before going into full-power mode. Warming up is crucial to avoid injuries. It can also lead to a better workout. Set aside 10 minutes for foam rolling and dynamic stretching before any workout. Foam rolling helps remove knots and scar tissue that builds up in the body. Spend at least five AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-24368492322301563002015-12-30T23:28:00.000-08:002015-12-30T23:28:00.412-08:00Consciously Indulge in food Give in … sometimes. The ability to recognize a craving and consciously cave in to it is important. The more you avoid a craving and try and find other foods to fill the need, the greater the possibility of overdoing it once you finally allow yourself to indulge. You may really want a cookie, but instead you opt for celery for a little crunchiness, then a handful of dried fruit for sweet, then AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-7849324203942438432015-12-27T23:26:00.000-08:002015-12-27T23:26:00.067-08:00Boost Your Mood using food Adding mood-enhancing foods to your diet can also help curb unhealthy indulgences related to depression and loneliness. Omega-3 fatty acids, folate, B12, and vitamin D are all nutrients, which have mood-elevating effects. Find omega-3s in chia seeds, ground flax seeds, or wild and sustainably caught herring, trout, or salmon. Legumes and avocados are rich sources ofAbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-70945935233982386992015-12-24T23:20:00.000-08:002015-12-24T23:20:00.516-08:00Create happy memories around healthy foods Create happy memories around healthy foods. Instead of turning to ice cream when you feel sad, think about happy times centered around healthy foods. If you do not have any, create them. Throw a healthy dinner party with a few close friends and focus on fun ways to use vegetables, or have a lunch date at a healthy restaurant. Build happy memories you can return to when you feel down and drawn toAbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-83647517430800474162015-12-21T23:17:00.000-08:002015-12-21T23:17:00.209-08:00 Break the cycle of dietary cravings To break the cycle of dietary cravings, it’s important to learn how to restrain yourself. Start by ensuring your environment is free from refined sugar-laden foods, such as sweetened beverages, baked goods, granola bars, canned fruits, cereal, and some yogurts. Be a conscious consumer and read ingredient labels. Stock your pantry with fresh, unprocessed foods including organic fruit and AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-85575577251811114452015-12-17T23:13:00.000-08:002015-12-17T23:13:00.258-08:00Curb Those Cravings The Chemistry of a Craving and How to Curb it Most of us have fallen victim to an unyielding urge for a candy bar, a bag of chips, or a chocolate chip cookie. Cravings have the ability to make us lose control, abandon healthy habits, and give in to an immediate desire to satisfy what feels like a primal need. So what is a craving and what makes us willing to drive a few miles out of our way AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-57472161234306419952015-12-14T23:03:00.000-08:002015-12-14T23:03:00.161-08:00How to master mindful eating   Ideally, every meal should be eaten mindfully, but sometimes life gets messy. If you miss out on an opportunity to eat with purpose, realize that any one of these strategies work well on it’s own. If time is short, practice one or two mindful habits when eating on the go. Mindfulness isn’t about perfection. It’s about recharging your life and creating more awareness. Work each day to AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-63909282983221985332015-12-10T22:54:00.000-08:002015-12-10T22:54:00.483-08:00Kitchen Beauty Essentials "Kitchen Beauty Essentials" on Health Perch AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-15946781277826803872015-12-07T22:46:00.000-08:002015-12-07T22:46:00.431-08:00Super foods for better health an weight loss Super Foods! We keep hearing this terms, but what items fall in this category.... I found this infographic and got excited about sharing it. Enjoy! Designed in partnership with Presidio Home Care. Want to see more of our awesome infographic designs? Visit Gryffin.com today. AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-45566755313688049552015-12-03T23:45:00.002-08:002015-12-03T23:48:31.329-08:00What to Do and Not to Do Before You Workout Whether at the gym, on the pavement, or in the yoga studio, there are a few general rules that help ensure the best workout possible. Everyone has different pre-workout routines, but nutrition, sleep, stretching, mental attitude, and other factors all affect how you’ll feel during your sweat session. Here, we break down the best habits to embrace before a workout, along with some unexpectedAbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-90311707057963311982015-12-03T23:42:00.000-08:002015-12-03T23:44:03.829-08:00Say Goodbye to saddlebags How to Tone Around Your Tush The fat that sits under the bum and on the outer thighs—affectionately named saddlebags—is one of Mother Nature’s subtle reminders of womanhood. These sex-specific fat deposits can begin to appear during adolescence when girls’ fat cell production nearly doubles that of boys. Though upper thigh fat is physiologically advantageous during pregnancy, AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-50380707424737441072015-12-03T21:31:00.000-08:002015-12-08T22:50:51.743-08:00A Guide to Homemade Coconut Oil Beauty Products "A Guide to Homemade Coconut Oil Beauty Products" on Health Perch  amzn_assoc_ad_type = 'banner';  amzn_assoc_tracking_id = 'billisdaugh-20';  amzn_assoc_marketplace = 'amazon';  amzn_assoc_region = 'US';  amzn_assoc_placement = 'assoc_banner_placement_default';  amzn_assoc_linkid = 'GNCRTZ5UU62K5UYT';  amzn_assoc_campaigns = 'beauty_coupons';  amzn_assoc_banner_type = 'AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-33268420491716775802015-12-02T21:40:00.000-08:002015-12-03T22:10:49.933-08:00Create your own makeup (DIY) Super easy "Ditch The Chemicals" on Health Perch AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-15680027957736207372015-12-01T21:56:00.000-08:002015-12-03T21:57:57.950-08:00How to Build a Budget-Friendly Home Gym "How to Build a Budget-Friendly Home Gym" on Health Perch AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-13837021475928530652015-11-30T22:18:00.000-08:002015-12-08T22:53:42.245-08:00 Tips to maintain Luscious skin after a long trip Ever wondered if it was possible to get through a long flight without that worn out look? Yes it is possible and we have some tips to share. Enjoy! "Bad Beauty Habits to Ditch When You Travel" on Health Perch amzn_assoc_ad_type = 'banner'; amzn_assoc_tracking_id = 'billisdaugh-20'; amzn_assoc_marketplace = 'amazon'; amzn_assoc_region = 'US'; amzn_assoc_placement = 'AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-26364627306263295792015-11-18T23:56:00.000-08:002015-12-08T22:55:21.748-08:0020 Min work out at home - no equipment needed When the weatherman forecasts a big winter storm, the last thing on the agenda is an early morning jog or blustery ride to a local fitness class. Through rain and sleet, ice and snow, these winter workout ideas are sure to warm up even the coldest bones in the comfort of your own home. Read on and get moving! Resistance Training Fancy gym equipment isn’t required to blast through a good AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-44860409208831143182015-11-02T23:59:00.000-08:002015-12-04T00:00:09.330-08:00At Home yoga workout Yoga Build core strength and stability, relieve stress, and get a little more zen with a great yoga routine. You don’t have to be a master yogi to stretch and strengthen through yoga poses. Try it: Practice these beginner-friendly standing and balancing poses. Hold each pose for 30–60 seconds. Chair pose Standing tall, inhale and raise arms overhead with palms facing each other. Exhale AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-64257430715894699002015-10-14T00:05:00.000-07:002015-12-04T00:06:50.482-08:00The 411 on Pilates "Busting Pilates Myths" on Health Perch AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-45310069559789315942013-12-12T20:47:00.001-08:002013-12-12T20:47:52.923-08:00How to cook coconut rice (Quick method) Cooking coconut rice can be quite a hassle especially if you are cooking it from scratch (using actual coconuts). Today we are showing you the quick method using canned coconut milk. Let me know if you have any questions. Enjoy! Coconut video from WeEatAfrican Written recipes coming soon. AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-51630514176139107602013-12-12T20:41:00.001-08:002013-12-12T21:34:04.405-08:00How to cook Abacha aka African Salad   Watch Ify on WeEatAfrican's channel, cooking a popular dish amongst the Igbo people of Nigeria. Enjoy! AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-3814144916460320592013-12-12T20:09:00.002-08:002013-12-12T20:42:13.521-08:00Handcrafted jewelry from moiIn the past year and a half, I have barely been able to keep up with my blogs, and crafts. Med school is so draining. Anyways its almost time for finals and I have no motivation, so instead I will be sharing more of my self made jewelry with you. Enjoy! Storey-way pendant, one of my favorite pieces AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-52984367852316519302012-05-02T01:12:00.000-07:002012-05-02T01:15:50.706-07:00How to cook Cow Leg: a quick prep video Finished Product. I have included some of the pics from the video below. Enjoy! AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321762570848193919.post-41580570547982180732012-05-01T17:59:00.003-07:002012-05-01T18:02:08.385-07:00Whats for dinner 4: Quick shrimp Tacos End Product   I came home a couple of nights ago and extremely famished. And of course nothing looked exciting appetizing. Through the corner of my eye I scoped some frozen shrimp. Hmm veggies, shrimp, tacos..Viola! So I began. add shrimp(s)  I add a  little olive oil in my pan and I wait till its hot. Then I add my garlic, onion, and pepper mix. I keep mixing AbsolutelyAfricanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11458129583528710062noreply@blogger.com0