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The Importance of Nutritional Balance in Weight Loss

Health Hacks

Exercise and weight loss go hand in hand. Unfortunately, many dieters go full throttle into weight loss; living on sparse salads in an effort to drop as many kilos as possible in as short amount of time as they can. They end up weak with hunger, unable to exercise or even function properly, experiencing dizziness, faintness and a range of other debilitating health issues. Sadly, the vast majority of these strict dieters not only re-gain any weight they may have dropped, but much more on top. Why? Simply because their body has been forced into starvation mode – the body’s self protection mechanism. This is also the reason why we may hit a plateau where the less we eat, the less weight we lose. Your body is doing what it needs to keep you alive. So, how do you maintain the balance of weight loss and vital nutrients your body…

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Three Simple DIY Repairs and Upgrades Around the Home

Real Estate

A handyman can be expensive to hire and often not available when we need them. The cost can be prohibitive to have even minor work done. Having the skills to maintain your home is quite valuable when you consider what it might cost to hire a professional. Many home repairs and upgrades can be done correctly and competently by the average homeowner with a little knowledge. You don’t have to break the bank to fix a few things around the house. Taking on the challenge of performing DIY work on your home can be intimidating for some people but take confidence in knowing that there are many resources available. With some patience and attention to detail, professional results can be achieved. Clearing a Clogged Kitchen Sink Drain One of the cheapest and easiest methods of removing clogs is to pour boiling hot water down the drain. Clear any standing water…

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It’s Okay To Live, Remember That

Lifestyle

If you’re someone that tends to think quite cautiously about just about everything in your life, you may be more than aware that you can live life well away from the edge. And while that’s not necessarily a bad thing, this is just the kind of attitude that can actually hold you back in life. When you’re trying to focus on simple living, you may not even realize that you’re being a bit more careful with how you spend and how you live. However, if you’re not really getting the most out of life, particularly not as much as you could be, then you’re going to want to do something about that. Because it’s always okay to live, and it’s time to remember that. You Get One Shot Right now, you’re going to want to get some perspective. Sure, it’s great to live a minimal existence and not focus on…

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Making Your Next Night Out a Memorable One

Lifestyle

Going out together with the girls can get boring after a while, and we all know that feeling all too well. It has nothing to do with the people, either – it’s the simple fact that going out to the same old place weekend after weekend can start to take its toll, and sooner or later everyone is going to crave something different. The solution is actually surprisingly simple – just make sure that you spice things up every once in a while and try to think of some more interesting things to do! Make a Fool of Yourself at a Karaoke Bar You haven’t lived until you’ve stood up in front of the (perceived) judging gazes of a slightly buzzed audience. And after you’ve gone through one or two songs up there, you’ll quickly realize the same thing that everyone else does around that time – nobody cares when…

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How to Pull Off the Perfect Summer Gathering

Lifestyle

Summer is the time of year that people wait in heady anticipation for as soon as the sun starts to get hotter in the sky. It’s a time for friends, fun and making some amazing memories, which is why you should make the most of it when it arrives. One of the best ways to do this is by having your own summer gathering, where you can invite friends and family over to celebrate the weather. If you have a birthday during this time, then that is the perfect excuse, but if not, there is no reason why you shouldn’t host a gathering anyway. Sometimes, planning one can be stressful, but if you have the right ingredients for success, you will be able to make it a day to remember. Take it outside The first and most important tip is that you should always hold a summer gathering outside. If…

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3 Ways to Prepare Your Home Before You Travel

Real Estate

You are planning a major trip — perhaps a special event related to your job or for that vacation you have finally earned after years of hard work. You may be a little nervous due to the excitement of the travel and because you will be leaving your home unattended. Here are some easy and important steps you should take to keep your mind at rest during your travel. Keep Your Network in the Loop Image via Flickr by Traveloscopy If family and friends live near you, then let them know when you’ll be departing and returning. Ask this group to keep an eye on your home and to take in your mail, newspapers, or packages so these items don’t pile up and draw unwanted attention to your absence. Ask this group to call or text you if they see something suspicious and to call the police directly if something…

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Living The Post Student Lifestyle

Lifestyle

Being a student is a hard time: you’ve got your studies to keep up with 24/7. You’re working in the spare time you do get to support the food habit us humans have, and you’re still expected to have a full social life to blow off some steam. However, when you’ve finished university, there’s such a huge change in pace, and it’s extremely jarring! And thus you’re going to need to get used to everything life now has to throw at you; you got through being a student, you can get through this as well! Here’s some tips for living that post student lifestyle you were waiting for but also hated the thought of. Try Shopping Cheap As a student you were probably always trying to shop cheap, and was constantly risking your bank account in the supermarkets and on nights out. However, the principle remains the same whilst you…

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4 Things to Look for When Buying a Home

Real Estate

Purchasing a home represents the single largest financial decision many of us will ever make. It’s probably also where you’ll hang your hat for many years to come. But before even eyeing all that mortgage paperwork, you have to find a house you deem fit for such a long-term financial commitment. Here are four things to look for when buying your first (or next) home. Make Sure It’s Level Image via Flickr by ryanbjorkquist The foundation of any home can serve as both its strongest and weakest point. To make matters worse, it takes a keen eye to spot the difference between one that was laid well and one that clearly wasn’t. Look for any cracks longer than a foot long found emanating from the base of the outside walls. A cracked, not-quite-level foundation can be the source of costly home repairs later down the road. Research the Neighborhood Your…

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4 Signs That Your Parents May Need You A Little More Than You’re Letting On

Lifestyle

You’re a fierce and independent woman, but you’re also caring, sensitive and compassionate. There’s no prizes for guessing where you got those qualities from. Everything that you are (for better or for worse), you owe to your parents. They’ve been with you every step of the way. They were sitting on the front row for your graduation ceremony and they’ve helped you celebrate your every victory in life ever since. Every new job, every promotion, and every step you’ve taken to empower yourself, they’ve been right there beside you… But they were also there for the bad times. Through all those messy teenage breakups and formative heartbreaks they were there to hold your hand. When you were sick, they comforted you, and when it felt like the world was just too much to handle they gave you the courage to stand up and fight back. Now you’ve grown up and…

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IG Smart Environment

Lifestyle

Whether you have an interest in going green or in cutting some chemicals out of your life, being more environmentally conscious at home is a fantastic decision. It can also save you some money. For example, it’s easy to make your own grout cleaner, all-purpose cleaner, and dusting solution using a few simple, affordable ingredients that you might already have around the house. Try these concoctions to go a little greener and keep harmful detergent metabolites and disinfectants out of local streams. Take a look at the material filling the space between tiles in your bathroom. This is called grout. It’s easy to neglect cleaning this space, and it can trap and hold lots of grime. You can clear it out with a natural cleaner. Just add three parts baking soda to one part water in a spray bottle. Spray the grout with the mixture and let it soak in…

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