Roughly three years ago, I had food allergy testing done. I was experiencing tremendous discomfort, bloating and pain with a majority of what I was eating, and I learned through testing that I am intolerant to gluten, dairy, and egg. Intolerances are different from allergies in the sense that intolerances have less serious complications than … More How Food Allergies Impact A Relationship
Shopping for a bathing suit can be an incredibly daunting task, especially if you’re unsure of which type of suit best compliments your body type. Nowadays, there are more bathing suit options available than ever before, therefore having a thorough understanding of your body shape can be beneficial when it comes time to purchase a … More The Best Bathing Suits For Different Body Types
Washing your face daily is an effective way to keep your skin looking healthy and youthful. It can be difficult, however, to determine how to properly wash your face when you’re unsure of what skin type you have. There are five main categorizations of skin types – normal, dry, oily, and combination. If you’re one … More How to Wash Your Face According to Your Skin Type
As a Christmas gift from my boyfriend’s brother and his wife, I received a care package from LUSH, said package containing a facial scrub, a shower jelly, a bath bomb and a bar of soap. For the purpose of this post, I will be reviewing the shower jelly because it is the only product I … More Product Review: LUSH Cosmetics Shower Jellie 93,000 Miles
The human body is a remarkable thing. It performs various functions within numerous systems, and despite the incredibility of these functions, the body itself can be rather odd, too. Here are some interesting facts regarding the human body, with this information coming from BSN Program. The brain itself does not actually feel any pain; rather, … More Weird Body Facts
I was reading an article from Refinery29Â regarding how to fix some common makeup product blunders, and I thought it would be beneficial to dedicate a post to the topic since busted makeup is about as depressing as The Titanic. These hacks explain how to fix broken powders and eyeshadows, busted lipstick and creams that have … More Broken Makeup? No Problem!
This past summer, I had the pleasure of sampling cold brew coffee at my local Starbucks store. I had tasted iced coffee numerous times before, but never cold brew specifically, so I was quite intrigued as to what the difference between the two was. Holy moly, cold brew is infinitely better than iced coffee, in my … More What Is Cold Brew Coffee?
I personally am not a huge fan of accessorizing. I prefer simplicity over extravagance, however, I do believe that there are certain pieces all women should have in their possession. A watch is definitely a timeless, classic accessory. A watch is an incredibly versatile piece, both in appearance and use, and it can be worn … More Classic Accessories Every Woman Should Have
I know what you’re thinking – how is she already finished season six? A valid question, but as I stated in my former post, I have ample time on my hands right now due to my inability to do anything remotely physical. I am essentially confined to my couch, so Game of Thrones has been … More Game of Thrones: Season Six
Last Tuesday I had surgery on my foot to correct an injury I sustained years ago. The procedure involved removing two pieces of bone fragment that had broken off and had become wedged in my muscle, and further repairing damaged ligaments in my foot. The operation took roughly an hour to complete, and thankfully I … More Life Post-Surgery
For as long as I can remember, my older sister has been my best friend. Granted, we weren’t necessarily the closest when we were younger, likely because it’s almost a rite of passage to torment your older sister when you’re a child, but now that we’re older and more mature I can’t imagine anyone else … More What It’s Like to Grow Up With A Protective Older Sister
When I was grade eleven, I was involved in a pretty nasty car accident. I was with my grandparents on our way to Thanksgiving Dinner, and we were t-boned on a highway by a truck going roughly 80km. I was physically fine, but my grandparents were severely injured. I can still vividly picture the scene … More Why Are We So Scared to Talk About Trauma?
I have never been particularly skilled with computers. I know how to use them, but I am not one to know how to do anything special or fancy with a computer. You can imagine how thrilled I was, therefore, to learn that one of my Public Relations courses would be Computer Applications, an introductory course … More iMovie
If you find yourself in a fair amount of discomfort after eating, it is arguable that you suffer from acid reflux, commonly referred to as heartburn. According to WebMD, the entrance of your stomach is guarded by a ring of muscle known as the lower esophageal sphincter and said ring typically closes after food passes … More What Is Acid Reflux?
I have been experiencing rather severe heartburn over the past few days, and because I did not have any antacids on-hand, I thought I would research how to achieve relief from acid reflux using common household ingredients. Several articles I came across recommended apple cider vinegar, and since we had some in our pantry, I decided … More Is Apple Cider Vinegar Worth the Hype?
Let me begin by stating up-front that this post will contain spoilers, and because I do not wish to intentionally ruin the series for you, I ask that if you do not wish to have season five of Game of Thrones ruined for you, stop reading now. Now that I have covered my rear, can … More Game of Thrones: Season Five
What is it about social media that is so appealing? Social media has undeniably become an essential in the lives of countless individuals, declaring itself as a necessary means to carry out everyday activities. People feel the need or desire to Tweet, blog, post photos or create statuses to communicate thoughts and behaviors with others … More Why Are We Obsessed With Social Media?
Through means of the website DoSomething.org (https://www.dosomething.org/facts/11-facts-about-body-image), I was able to access and analyze a lot of statistics about social media and its relevance to how it influences body image and body perception. Here are some of the statistics that stood out to me in regards to this social issue: 91% of women worldwide are … More Social Media and Body Image: Statistics
Social media websites and eating disorders share a unique connection. Websites such as Facebook and Instagram influence negative body image through means of photos and pictures, though the way in which social media influences eating disorders is often overlooked. Users of social media websites have direct access to forums where individuals discuss and even encourage … More Social Media and Eating Disorders
My mom has always had a passion for relieving bodily ailments naturally whenever possible, and through her passion, she discovered oregano oil and its benefits, which I thank her for. If you’re unaware of what exactly oregano oil is, it is an essential oil that is extracted from oregano leaves. Organic Facts offers a lot … More What’s With Oregano Oil?
In accordance with my previous post regarding the best moisturizers for dry, winter skin, I realized that individuals also commonly encounter dry, cracked lips throughout the winter months. I personally do, and because I know how unpleasant and painful cracked lips can be, I did some research and found a list of what TotalBeauty.com considers … More All the Lip Balms!
Within the past year or so, I have come to understand just how important networking is, specifically through my college education and meeting new individuals. It presents opportunities in both expected and unexpected ways, and depending on what you’re looking for your life in terms of opportunities, it can be incredibly beneficial. When I say … More The Importance of Networking
As part of an assignment for one of my Public Relations courses, my classmates and I were asked to sign up for three mock interviews with individuals from highly recognized companies and organizations in the Niagara region. I had an interview with an individual from the Brock University bookstore, an individual from the Niagara Peninsula … More Job Interviews: A How-To Guide
Yesterday evening I concocted a rather tasty creation for dinner, and I thought I would share this concoction with my readers in case anyone is interested in creating an easy, fresh meal. It is nutritious, simple, and can further be made in advance and enjoyed the day after if you’re looking to save time. You … More Easy Rice Bowl Recipe
For a school project, a group of my classmates and I were asked to create a presentation about Sysomos, a social media analytical program. I thought I would use the information from this presentation to create a blog post in case anyone is interested in Sysomos and what it has to offer. Sysomos is a … More Sysomos: Social Media Analytics
Personally, I have never been a huge fan of cosmetic setting sprays. I have experimented with several different types of setting sprays throughout my makeup-wearing career, and after trying the Cover FX Mattifying Setting Spray I can say with complete honesty that this particular setting spray is the best I have used thus far. This … More Product Review: Cover FX Mattifying Setting Spray
For a class assignment in my Marketing and Research class, my friend and I were asked to compose a presentation regarding how to structure a proper written report for marketing research. I figured this is useful information for someone out there, so please feel free to read ahead! The Importance of Written Research One of … More How to Structure a Proper Written Report for Marketing Research
I came across an article via The New York Times the other evening titled “Farm Population Lowest Since 1850s.”Naturally intrigued, I began reading the article and was alarmed when I came across the following statistics: “An estimated 240,000 people left the land last year, dropping the nation’s farm population to its lowest level since before … More Where Did the Farmers Go?
Having someone in your life who tends to be aggressive by nature and is typically defensive can be incredibly challenging to deal with. It seems as though no matter what you do or how you say something, you are attacked by said person and are unsure of how to proceed. While it is simple to … More How to Deal With Aggressive Personalities
I apologize for beating a dead horse in regards to often I have discussed dry, winter skin as of late, but I wanted to review Dove’s Deep Moisture Body Wash because it truly is a fantastic product to make use of throughout the winter months. I have been using this body wash consistently for approximately … More Product Review: Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash
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