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We did so on a perfectly beautiful Ecuadorian afternoon and were delighted that we had somewhat impusively decided to try this spot.<br /><br /><br /><br />It didn't hurt at all that the by the glass or carafe house wine is a little better than the typical Ecuadorian norm.  The house wine here is Concha y Toro and they uniquely will let you choose the varietal.  (Sometimes your house wine choices are simply blanco (white) or tinto (red).  I've often gotten a simple perplexed shrug when I've inquired of a waiter as to whether the house vino tinto is a cabernet, merlot or carmenere  (typically, in Ecuador, it is probably 1 of these 3). I guess it depends on the inventory or perhaps what is open and viable in the back?<br /><br /><br /><br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH75JwAC_RlsfrM42m5MtXj5LmyVcVvtQSkO-qgfd3lt3xhHguMoyoAoVMdzk6SpkzB1lIlJliRQ_wqw3LXZFtFL92zD66v125qd4P7UCwv52z_ueykonKLxsJl7hVyszGh8QHI5IHEuml/s1600/265.JPG"><img width="320" height="214" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH75JwAC_RlsfrM42m5MtXj5LmyVcVvtQSkO-qgfd3lt3xhHguMoyoAoVMdzk6SpkzB1lIlJliRQ_wqw3LXZFtFL92zD66v125qd4P7UCwv52z_ueykonKLxsJl7hVyszGh8QHI5IHEuml/s320/265.JPG" /></a>In any case, the service and accommodation at Brujas was a step above that.  The fetching Mrs. Wine Guy and I shared appetizer plates of cheese quesadillas and cooked mushrooms along with glasses of Concha y Toro Cabernet Sauvignon.  Perched under shady umbrellas to help protect us from the high UV count (Cuenca's elevation above 8,000 ft makes for intense sunshine) and with a refreshing breeze wafting across the cool waters, we enjoyed a leisurely sojurn and a delightful afternoon.   This will become a regular spot in Cuenca for us to enjoy wine as it's meant to be enjoyed.<br /><br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm7b7Fvju30acg0_f0q9pFBc5snAqzDKvlFIl316VYbGduR01Gsdb9qYcIjtHKffqtyBkSdCePVI8rFFk6Xa-Y-MHJ6Amwd4bEY_ZGKqJGL_CZ2iMqraUMN-PYi64Atip4ESn7vqh3qAzh/s1600/255.JPG"><img width="212" height="320" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm7b7Fvju30acg0_f0q9pFBc5snAqzDKvlFIl316VYbGduR01Gsdb9qYcIjtHKffqtyBkSdCePVI8rFFk6Xa-Y-MHJ6Amwd4bEY_ZGKqJGL_CZ2iMqraUMN-PYi64Atip4ESn7vqh3qAzh/s320/255.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />We hope you have the opportunity some day to enjoy a glass along the Rio Tomebamba, as well.  Salute!<br /><div></div><br /></div><br /><div><br /><div><span><br />Posted by<br 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class="Amp_Middle_Wrap"><blockquote class="Amp_Content_Item" cite="http://articles-zone.com/food-drink/the-ideal-healthy-smoothie-recipes-for-a-perfect-figure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-ideal-healthy-smoothie-recipes-for-a-perfect-figure"><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div class="TxtCntnt"><h1>The Ideal Healthy Smoothie Recipes For A Perfect Figure</h1><span></span><span></span><br /><div><br /><div>This article has been viewed 3 times.</div><p></p><div><p><br /></p><div><br /><ins><ins id="aswift_0_anchor"></ins></ins></div><br /><p>It truly is ideal to include low-fat,skim, soy, almond, or coconut milk to replace regular milk for a smoothie, since milk is frequently amongst the most fattening components of smoothie mixes. This approach may lessen the calorie amount of the smoothie. Mainly because <span id="IL_AD2">smoothies</span> can easily be satisfying, a number of people who would certainly <span id="IL_AD6">want to lose weight</span> prefer to drink a smoothie rather than eat solid food..</p><br /><p>Fat-free smoothie recipes are great meal substitutes if the plans are to shed pounds or maintain your physique. Fat-free smoothies fill you up, equally with water volume as well as energy therefore helping to make you unlikely to snack on unhealthy foods between daily <span id="IL_AD11">meals</span>. What’s even better, low fat smoothie recipes tend to be a very good means to eating fruit and veggies which you might not consume otherwise.</p><br /><p>The <span id="IL_AD7">formula</span> of low fat smoothies often calls for <span id="IL_AD10">fresh fruits</span> and veggies, a little ice, and yogurt, dairy, or perhaps a dairy alternative. If you’re not sensitive to dairy, then fat free yogurt is an excellent component to include, because it contains beneficial micro-organisms that helps your immune system in combating germs and <span id="IL_AD4">infection</span>. Mixing together a smoothie with various items is a good method to ensure you feel satisfied for hours, so you will not likely require junk foods like potato chips or <span id="IL_AD5">cookies</span>.</p><br /><p>At times, leafy <span id="IL_AD12">greens</span> are added in to make it a lot more healthy. Various other items such as <span id="IL_AD9">soy protein powder</span> and chocolate can be combined with the low-fat juice smoothie to make it to taste more <span id="IL_AD8">pleasing</span>. The fruits typically utilized to prepare smoothies are bananas, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, mangoes, peaches and pineapple. Citrus juice and apple juice tend to be common components as well.</p><br /><p>Among the very best qualities of a healthful, reduced fat smoothie mix is definitely that you’re getting the total nutritional benefit of the fruit or veggie, as opposed to just the fruit juice. Also, it is freshly squeezed instead of from concentrate. These complete food will give you the enzymes and fiber content that aren’t integrated in store bought juice.</p><br /><p>One of the most well known things to add to a smoothie mix is frozen fresh fruits. You may either buy them frozen, or maybe purchase the fruit fresh and then freeze them afterwards. Freezing will certainly conserve the enzymes as well as various other nutrients. Frozen fruits can help make your smoothie taste just like it ought to – cold and tasty!</p><br /><p>To complete the ideal smoothie, the fresh fruits and dairy (or substitute) are mixed with each other. Many people include sugar into the smoothie, though that is one thing that you ought to seriously consider avoiding. Almost all fruits are quite sweet by themselves and you do not require more sugars added. If you do would like to add sweeteners, then usually a bit of natural honey is a great choice. Refined sugar, sugar replacements and sweeteners really should be eliminated; most are certainly not great for your well being.</p><br /><p>Find a <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blendteccoupon.com/">blendtec coupon</a> and save. Stay healthy and save money with <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blendteccoupon.com/blendtec-coupon-code/">blendtec coupon codes</a>.</p></div></div></div><span class="Amp_Source_Button"><a rel="clipsource" target="_blank" title="http://articles-zone.com/food-drink/the-ideal-healthy-smoothie-recipes-for-a-perfect-figure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-ideal-healthy-smoothie-recipes-for-a-perfect-figure" href="http://articles-zone.com/food-drink/the-ideal-healthy-smoothie-recipes-for-a-perfect-figure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-ideal-healthy-smoothie-recipes-for-a-perfect-figure">Read more at articles-zone.com</a></span></td></tr></table></blockquote></div><div class="Amp_Bottom_Wrap"> </div></div></div><div class="Amp_Link">See this Amp at <a href="http://amplify.com/u/a17zbx">http://amplify.com/u/a17zbx</a></div><br/>Applying the Law of Attractionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10607733787578672780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996521669375974876.post-40344953354896945432011-07-12T06:06:00.001-07:002011-07-12T06:06:46.785-07:003 easy to prepare diet smoothie recipes.<div class=""><div class="Amp_Content_Outer"><div class="Amp_Top_Wrap"><div class="Amp_Source_First"><span>Amplify’d from <a rel="clipsource" target="_blank" title="http://www.authorsarticle.tk/2011/07/07/3-easy-to-prepare-diet-smoothie-recipes/" href="http://www.authorsarticle.tk/2011/07/07/3-easy-to-prepare-diet-smoothie-recipes/">www.authorsarticle.tk</a></span></div></div><div class="Amp_Middle_Wrap"><blockquote class="Amp_Content_Item" cite="http://www.authorsarticle.tk/2011/07/07/3-easy-to-prepare-diet-smoothie-recipes/"><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div class="TxtCntnt"><h2><a rel="nofollow" title="3 easy to prepare diet smoothie recipes." href="http://www.authorsarticle.tk/2011/07/07/3-easy-to-prepare-diet-smoothie-recipes/">3 easy to prepare diet smoothie recipes.</a></h2><br /> <div>July 7, 2011 | Author: <a rel="nofollow" title="Posts by jennytburt" href="http://www.authorsarticle.tk/author/jennytburt/">jennytburt</a> | Posted in <a rel="nofollow" rel="category tag" title="View all posts in Fitness Equipment" href="http://www.authorsarticle.tk/category/health/fitness-equipment/">Fitness Equipment</a></div><br /> <div><br /> <br /><br /><div><br /><br /><ins><ins id="aswift_0_anchor"></ins></ins><br /></div><br /><p>Smoothies are the rage for really some time, however are they really helpful to dieters? Yes! </p><br /><p>Smoothies help dieters maintain hydration, offer more dietary fiber as well as nutritional vitamins when compared with most foods, and provide plenty of natural fructose, nutritional vitamins, minerals, as well as antioxidants. </p><br /><p>This is because a healthy smoothie provides you everything which you require but in an easily digestible form. </p><br /><p>Here are three delicious smoothie recipes that will help you start your morning with a burst of vitality and keep feeling good all day long.</p><br /><p>The best green smoothie that you can find. </p><br /><p>Green smoothies are great simply because they are full of both chlorophyll as well as antioxidants which boost the immune system. </p><br /><p>This one provides several portions of dark green vegetables along with sweet-tasting fruits to please the palate. </p><br /><p>It also consists of just the correct quatity of fat so that your body remains healthy. </p><br /><p>What You’ll Need: </p><br /><p>* 4 leaves of kale, de-stemmed four chard leaves * 1/2 bunch of parsley 1 aloe vera leaf * 1/2 bunch of dandelion greens * 3 pears * 1 ripe banana, peeled * 1 avocado, peeled * 3 cups of water </p><br /><p>Instructions: </p><br /><p>De-stem the kale and chard leaves. Peel banana and avocado. Make certain that you eliminate the seeds from the avocado too. </p><br /><p>Put ingredients in blender. Add 2 1/2 cups of drinking water. Blend for roughly two minutes, or until totally smooth. Drink and enjoy! </p><br /><p>The Ascorbic Acid Monster Smoothie </p><br /><p>This particular tasty recipe is really a favorite all through cold and winter flu season. It is packed with vitamin C to assist your body deal with illnesses. </p><br /><p>The anti-oxidants also help clear your body of toxins that can result in illness. </p><br /><p>What You will Need: </p><br /><p>* 1 package fresh strawberries, leaves removed * 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced up * 1 orange, peeled * 1 cup fresh blueberries * 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced * 1 cup cantaloupe, cubed * 2 ice cubes, crushed </p><br /><p>Directions: </p><br /><p>Peel off all fresh fruits and slice as directed. Crush the ice cubes unless you would like chunks of ice in your smoothie. </p><br /><p>Put all ingredients in blender and blend on high power for two minutes, or till completely smooth and frothy. </p><br /><p>Add a little honey for more sweetness, if preferred. Serve or drink right away. </p><br /><p>The Fast Early morning Hunger-Buster Smoothie </p><br /><p>This really is a straightforward recipe which can be made in minutes, but it will gratify you for hours ahead. It serves up an astonishing 6 grms of protein as well as 7 grams of dietary fiber per cup! </p><br /><p>Silken tofu adds a smooth texture and lots of hunger-fighting proteins, while the fiber from the apples and berries will maintain your digestive system in top form. </p><br /><p>The yogurt adds additional protein, plus calcium </p><br /><p>What You’ll Require: </p><br /><p>1 cup of the berries, the kind you like, and also you may even have different kinds together. * 1/2 banana * 2 sweet apples, cored and sliced * 1/2 cup silken tofu 1 cup of low-fat yogurt </p><br /><p>How you can make it </p><br /><p>Peel the apples, slice and core them and put them into a food processor with the berries and yogurt. </p><br /><p>Blend on high speed for two minutes or until smooth. This smoothie can be placed inside a sealed box and stored in the fridge for 3-4 days. </p><br /><p>Make your own smoothie </p><br /><p>If you want to experiment you can even make your own healthy smoothie. Here is how: </p><br /><p>Custom green smoothies can be made by taking your favorite dark green vegetables (such as spinach, kale, or arugula) and combining them together with your preferred sweet-tasting fruits (such as bananas, pears, or apples). </p><br /><p>Add water or some other vegetable or fruit with a high water content, like a melon for added hydration. Just blend it all together till it reaches the texture that you like. </p><br /><p>Hunger-busting smoothies can be created by mixing a handful of of one’s favorite fruits which has a protein source (like yogurt or silken tofu). Experiment until you find the mix that works best for you! </p><br /><p>Keep in mind: You are able to add powdered supplements to any smoothie recipe for an extra dose of protein or fiber.</p></div></div><span class="Amp_Source_Button"><a rel="clipsource" target="_blank" title="http://www.authorsarticle.tk/2011/07/07/3-easy-to-prepare-diet-smoothie-recipes/" href="http://www.authorsarticle.tk/2011/07/07/3-easy-to-prepare-diet-smoothie-recipes/">Read more at www.authorsarticle.tk</a></span></td></tr></table></blockquote></div><div class="Amp_Bottom_Wrap"> </div></div></div><div class="Amp_Link">See this Amp at <a href="http://amplify.com/u/a17o7g">http://amplify.com/u/a17o7g</a></div><br/>Applying the Law of Attractionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10607733787578672780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996521669375974876.post-59897562141258256932011-06-12T12:29:00.001-07:002011-06-12T12:29:29.681-07:00Low Calorie Smoothies To Beat The Heat!<div class=""><div 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blender; cover and blend until creamy. Serve immediately.</span></li><br /></ol><br /><h3><span>Nutrition</span></h3><br /><p><span><strong>3 servings, 1 cup each </strong></span></p><br /><p><span><strong>Per serving:</strong> 157 calories; 2 g fat ( 0 g sat , 0 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 33 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 4 g protein; 4 g fiber; 19 mg sodium; 430 mg potassium.</span></p><br /><p><span><strong>Nutrition Bonus</strong>: Vitamin C (110% daily value), Fiber (16% dv).</span></p><br /><p><strong><span> </span></strong></p><br /><p><span><strong><span>Hawaiian Smoothie</span></strong></span></p><br /><h3><span>Ingredients</span></h3><br /><ul><br /><li><span>1 cup chopped fresh pineapple</span></li><br /><li><span>1/2 cup chopped peeled papaya</span></li><br /><li><span>1/4 cup guava nectar, (see Ingredient Note)</span></li><br /><li><span>1 tablespoon lime juice</span></li><br /><li><span>1 teaspoon grenadine, (see Ingredient Note)</span></li><br /><li><span>1/2 cup ice</span></li><br /></ul><br /><h3><span>Preparation</span></h3><br /><ol start="1"><br /><li><span>Place ingredients in the order listed in a blender. Pulse three times to chop the fruit, then blend until smooth. Serve immediately.</span></li><br /></ol><br /><h3><span>Tips & Notes</span></h3><br /><ul><br /><li><span><strong>Ingredient Notes:</strong> Grenadine is a red syrup (originally flavored with pomegranate juice) used to color and flavor drinks. Look for it in the bar-mix section of your supermarket. </span></li><br /><li><span>Guava nectar is available in most markets, with the juices or in the Latin American section. </span></li><br /></ul><br /><h3><span>Nutrition</span></h3><br /><p><span><strong>2 servings, 1 cup each </strong></span></p><br /><p><span><strong>Per serving:</strong> 81 calories; 0 g fat ( 0 g sat , 0 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 21 g carbohydrates; 1 g protein; 2 g fiber; 5 mg sodium; 201 mg potassium.</span></p><br /><p><span><strong>Nutrition Bonus</strong>: Vitamin C (100% daily value).</span></p><br /><p><span> </span></p><br /><p><span><strong><span>Chocolate lovers</span></strong></span></p><br /><ul><br /><li><span>¾ c light chocolate soy milk</span></li><br /><li><span>1 ¼ cup frozen unsweetened, raspberries</span></li><br /><li><span>½ banana</span></li><br /><li><span>¾ cup sorbet</span></li><br /><li><span>2 tbsp chopped mint</span></li><br /></ul><br /><p><span> </span></p><br /><p><br /><span><em><strong>Directions</strong></em></span></p><br /><p><span>Combine the soy milk, raspberries, and banana in a blender. Add the sorbet and mint. Blend until smooth.</span></p><br /><p><span><strong>Nutrition</strong></span></p><br /><p><span><strong>2 servings, 1 cup each</strong></span></p><br /><p><span>Per serving:  217 calories</span></p></div><span class="Amp_Source_Button"><a rel="clipsource" target="_blank" title="http://www.stepaheadnj.com/blog/bid/54867/LOW-CALORIE-SMOOTHIES-TO-BEAT-THE-HEAT" href="http://www.stepaheadnj.com/blog/bid/54867/LOW-CALORIE-SMOOTHIES-TO-BEAT-THE-HEAT">Read more at www.stepaheadnj.com</a></span></td></tr></table></blockquote></div><div class="Amp_Bottom_Wrap"> </div></div></div><div class="Amp_Link">See this Amp at <a href="http://amplify.com/u/a14ymy">http://amplify.com/u/a14ymy</a></div><br/>Applying the Law of Attractionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10607733787578672780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996521669375974876.post-16108704853685114372011-06-02T13:55:00.001-07:002011-06-02T13:55:42.169-07:005 Healthy Smoothie Recipes<div class=""><div class="Amp_Content_Outer"><div class="Amp_Top_Wrap"><div class="Amp_Source_First"><span>Amplify’d from <a rel="clipsource" target="_blank" title="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/healthy-smoothie-recipes/" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/healthy-smoothie-recipes/">www.symptomfind.com</a></span></div></div><div class="Amp_Middle_Wrap"><blockquote class="Amp_Content_Item" cite="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/healthy-smoothie-recipes/"><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div class="TxtCntnt"><h1>5 Healthy Smoothie Recipes</h1><br /> <div><br /> <p>Smoothies are gaining more popularity as people continue to search for healthy drinks and foods. They are often marketed towards health enthusiasts, people trying to lose weight, or people who are physically active. It seems that there is a smoothie establishment on every major street corner and in every major gym. The problem is some of these smoothies being sold over the counter are actually packed with calories, sugar and fat, which helps make them tastier and more addicting. If you're looking for a healthy smoothie, why not make one for yourself? That way, you at least know what you're getting in your drink. 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Wonderful Wheatgrass Smoothie</h2><br /><p>Wheatgrass is a food that has practically become synonymous with the word "healthy." It's not a huge mystery to see why so many juice bars and smoothie shops include it as an ingredient for their drinks, but the fact of the matter is, it doesn't taste good. Here is a recipe for a wheatgrass smoothie that might taste better than what you're used to, with all the added health benefits:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>1 peeled <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/health-benefits-of-oranges/"><strong>orange</strong></a></li><br /><li>1 <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/apple-health-benefits/"><strong>apple</strong></a></li><br /><li>4 <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/strawberries/"><strong>strawberries</strong></a></li><br /><li>½ cup of wheatgrass</li><br /><li>½ cup of ice cubes</li><br /><li>½ cup of water</li><br /></ul><br /><p>Nutrients that can be obtained from this smoothie:</p><br /><ul><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/vitamin-e/"><strong>Vitamin E</strong></a></li><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/vitamin-c/"><strong>Vitamin C</strong></a></li><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/vitamin-b12-guide/"><strong>Vitamin B12</strong></a></li><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/vitamin-k/"><strong>Vitamin K</strong></a></li><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/vitamin-a/"><strong>Vitamin A</strong></a></li><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/magnesium-everything-you-need-to-know/"><strong>Magnesium</strong></a></li><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/calcium-everything-you-need-to-know/"><strong>Calcium</strong></a></li><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/iron-everything-you-need-to-know/"><strong>Iron</strong></a> </li><br /><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/potassium/"><strong>Potassium</strong></a></li><br /></ul><br /><h2>2. Blue Broccoli Blast Smoothie</h2><br /><p>Blueberries and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/health-benefits-of-broccoli/"><strong>broccoli</strong></a> don't sound like two types of food that should go together...ever! But, that's the great thing about smoothies - you can try all kinds of interesting combinations with healthy foods and if they don't taste good, at least you benefit from all that nutrition. Plus, a bad tasting smoothie is easy to chug down as opposed to an entire meal or dish. Not to worry, this blueberry, broccoli concoction is actually very tasty. Blend the following ingredients for one minute to get a great tasting, healthy smoothie:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>1 cup of frozen blueberries</li><br /><li>½ cup of strawberries</li><br /><li>½ cup of steamed broccoli</li><br /><li>1 cup of cranberry or cranberry-apple juice</li><br /><li>½ cup of regular, low-fat <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/10-health-benefits-of-yogurt/"><strong>yogurt</strong></a></li><br /></ul><br /><p>Here are some of the health benefits associated with this smoothie recipe:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Reduced risk of <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/cancer/stomach-cancer/"><strong>stomach</strong></a>, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/cancer/colon-cancer/"><strong>colon</strong></a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/cancer/lung-cancer/"><strong>lung cancer</strong></a>.</li><br /><li>Contains <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/boost-your-immune-system/"><strong>immune boosting</strong></a> foods.</li><br /><li>Can lower high blood pressure.</li><br /><li>Can prevent <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/heart-attack/surviving-heart-disease-34/"><strong>heart disease</strong></a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/diseases-conditions/stroke/"><strong>stroke</strong></a>.</li><br /></ul><br /><h2>3. Super Spinach Smoothie</h2><br /><p>You may be thinking that a <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/health-benefits-of-spinach/"><strong>spinach</strong></a> smoothie sounds just as bad as a wheatgrass smoothie, but it's actually quite sweet and tasty like its wheatgrass counterpart. Spinach is known for its many health benefits like improved cardiovascular health and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/glossary/antioxidant/"><strong>antioxidants</strong></a>. Here is a spinach smoothie recipe that is both tasty and good for you:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>2 cups of spinach</li><br /><li>2 frozen bananas</li><br /><li>1 cup of soy milk</li><br /><li>½ teaspoon of <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/health-benefits-of-cinnamon/"><strong>cinnamon</strong></a></li><br /><li>2 teaspoons of vanilla</li><br /><li>1 tablespoon of sugar or an <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/benefits-of-artificial-sweeteners/"><strong>artificial sweetener</strong></a> like sucralose</li><br /></ul><br /><p>More health benefits:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Anticoagulant and pain-relief properties from the cinnamon.</li><br /><li>Abundance of vitamins and nutrients from the bananas and spinach.</li><br /><li>Can help reduce the risk of: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/cancer/breast-cancer/"><strong>breast</strong></a>, stomach, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/cancer/skin-cancer/"><strong>skin</strong></a>, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/cancer/prostate-cancer/"><strong>prostate</strong></a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/cancer/ovarian-cancer/"><strong>ovarian cancer</strong></a>.</li><br /></ul><br /><h2>4. Amazing Apricot and Pineapple Smoothie</h2><br /><p>Don't worry, not all of the smoothies on this list are going to be vegetable based. An <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/health-benefits-of-apricots/"><strong>apricot</strong></a> and pineapple smoothie should bring about a nice change from all those green vegetables, not to mention a nice colored smoothie - the oranges and yellows in your glass are sure to make your mouth water. Apricots and pineapples aren't the only fruits you'll find in this smoothie. The addition of bananas and strawberries will add an extra kick of potassium, vitamin C and antioxidants. Here is the recipe for this fruit filled delight:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>1 apricot, chopped</li><br /><li>¼ cup of diced pineapples</li><br /><li>6 strawberries</li><br /><li>½ a banana</li><br /><li>1.5 cups of water</li><br /><li>1 tablespoon of condensed milk (optional)</li><br /><li>1 tablespoon of protein powder (optional)</li><br /></ul><br /><p>Here is a list of nutrients that can be found in this healthy smoothie:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Beta-carotene</li><br /><li>Iron</li><br /><li>Copper</li><br /><li>Potassium</li><br /><li>Vitamin A</li><br /><li>Vitamin C</li><br /><li>Fiber</li><br /><li>Protein (If you decide to add protein powder)</li><br /></ul><br /><h2>5. The Mean Green Tea Smoothie</h2><br /><p>Fruits - okay; vegetables - maybe; but, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/green-tea-benefits/"><strong>green tea</strong></a> in a smoothie? Well, why not? This obviously isn't the steaming hot green tea served in a kettle, which most people are used to. This is taking iced green tea to a whole new level and transforming it into smoothie form. Besides, you've seen, or at least heard of iced green tea, right? How about peach iced green tea? Starting to sound better?</p><br /><p>With the addition of the great diet benefits and powerful antioxidants found in green tea, you'll be getting one of the healthiest smoothies you've ever had the pleasure of tasting. Here is the recipe for this amazing take on green tea:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>1 peach, diced and without the pit</li><br /><li>½ a banana</li><br /><li>1 cup of chilled green tea (If you have to, brew a cup of green tea and chill it in the fridge)</li><br /><li>½ cup of ice cubes</li><br /><li>1 tablespoon of <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/honey-health-benefits/"><strong>honey</strong></a></li><br /></ul><br /><p>If you're looking for something a little sweeter, and you don't mind sacrificing some of those healthy benefits, try substituting the cup of green tea and ice cubes, for a half cup of low-fat green tea <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.symptomfind.com/nutrition-supplements/health-benefits-of-ice-cream/"><strong>ice cream</strong></a>. 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Even though Prescott is only an hour and a half Phoenix, Phoenix elevation 1100 feet. <br /><br /><br />The fact that Prescott sits at 5200 feet, means snow in the winter and 15 to 20 degrees cooler in the summertime.. <br /><br /><br />Prescott was the initial capital of the Arizona territory in 1863... Phoenix became the capital in 1889... The initial attraction to Prescott...gold. <br /><br /><br clear="all" /><br /><h2>Prescott facts</h2><br />Prescott it is still a small town, with a population of 42,000. <br /><br /><br />Prescott is sometimes called, Arizona's Victorian city...here are 700 structures on the national register of historic places...the downtown area, centered around the courthouse square, is a great place for a stroll, shopping, or a fine meal. <br /><br /><br />Prescott has been recognized by several entities for art and culture...it was ranked among the top 50 cities to live in, by National Geographic adventure.<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.co.yavapai.az.us/"> Here is a link to the county website</a>.<br /><h2>Prescott Valley</h2><br /><div><img height="192" width="354" alt="Stone rdige golf course" src="http://www.frugal-retirement-living.com/image-files/istoneridgeclubhouse.jpg" /></div> When we say retire to Prescott, it also includes Prescott Valley<br />Prescott Valley 15 miles east of Prescott, has 23,000 residents. <br /><br /><br />This photo shows the Stoneridge golf course, an excellent course open to the public. <br /><br /><br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.pvaz.net/Index.aspx?page=1">Here is the official city of Prescott Valley link</a><br clear="all" /><br /><h2>Why choose Prescott for best Arizona retirement living?</h2><br />It is close enough to Phoenix, a pleasant drive of an hour and a half, and the big city amenities. <br /><br /><br />It is also small enough to have a real small town feel...and if you don't mind a little snow in the winter, you should give Prescott and Prescott Valley, a good look when deciding where to retire in Arizona. <br /><br /><br />Combine a mild climate with all of the historic buildings in Prescott, and it's no wonder that Prescott is finding favor among Arizona retirees.<br /><div align="center"><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.frugal-retirement-living.com/index.html"></a></div></div><span class="Amp_Source_Button"><a rel="clipsource" target="_blank" title="http://www.frugal-retirement-living.com/retire-to-Prescott.html" href="http://www.frugal-retirement-living.com/retire-to-Prescott.html">Read more at www.frugal-retirement-living.com</a></span></td></tr></table></blockquote></div><div class="Amp_Bottom_Wrap"> </div></div></div><div class="Amp_Link">See this Amp at <a href="http://amplify.com/u/a13uke">http://amplify.com/u/a13uke</a></div><br/>Applying the Law of Attractionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10607733787578672780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996521669375974876.post-591911480125440152010-08-23T13:56:00.000-07:002010-08-23T13:56:32.488-07:00Learn about Search Engine Optimization Raleigh For Your Small businessWhen you've got a business in Raleigh, North Carolina, having an internet site to promote it would definitely assist increase your sales. It can be used in loads of ways. For one, it's a great advertisement tool. You'll be able to direct people to your web site which informs them of your presence. Once extra people know that your corporation exists, you will understand an increase in sales. At the identical time, you may as well make use of your web site as an outlet of your products within the form of an e-commerce site. This may instantly affect your sales. However, to correctly pull this off, you will have <a href="http://www.thewebsitemarketingpro.com/Search-Engine-Optimization-Raleigh.html">search engine optimization Raleigh</a> experts.<br />
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You might have often thought "what is my purpose in life"? Don't you? In fact it might have miffed you time and again. Isn't it? But could you discover any answer to your query? All these questions often beleaguer our nerves and stand the test of time. Don't get baffled, relax and review your life, with a vision, entirely differently than ever before. It will help you realize what exactly you have been missing till now! I am sure this query pops up in everyone's mind and soul one day or the other! Have you ever pondered upon why this query? Let me tell you! Because every person has come with a destined purpose in this planet and their inner voice reminds them about it every now and then. That's why this query keeps them jolting frequently.<br />
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You need to find the answer to this query of your soul and inner consciousness how to live your life to the fullest. How to do it? There are two types of people in this world - one who are not bothered about the reasons behind their existence in the world and keep leading a reckless and messy life without much ado to finding purpose of life and others who are sensitive enough to come up with repeated brainstorming thoughts to find their exact purpose in life. The persons with later vision turn around their own destiny and simultaneously whirl the entire vicinity around them to set the things right in an endeavor to help people around them finding their life purpose of life of which they were oblivious of till date. Such is the aura of self enlightenment!<br />
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But a thousand dollar question that always teases minds of everyone is what this self enlightenment actually is? What I could find during my research and tryst with life till now is, self enlightenment is a unique experience of getting oneself connected to the divine power by way of repeated meditation, self determination and by consistently striving to find one's purpose in life. Again the things came back to what is <a href="http://applying-the-law-of-attraction.com/Want_To_Know_More_About_Your_Life_Purpose.html">your life purpose</a>. There is a co-relation between purpose of life and self enlightenment. Self enlightenment provides you a broader vision to organize your life and actions but it never drives you to become missionary and shun away all your worldly and social responsibilities to become a celestial entity. Because even Almighty inspires you to illuminate a sense of self retrospect and find your own way to lead the life with a meaningful meticulous perspective.<br />
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This is what I want to explain that the Almighty has blessed us all with a wonderful gift of human life which is most precious and unique possession. Not only has this but it also needed to have some plausible and predefined purpose suiting one's capabilities and inclinations. So, last but not the least there is some reason and destined purpose behind every human life. We need to enlighten ourselves to grill that purpose and edge towards its mission to proclaim our life's fulfillment and worth. If you could do this, you will find all your answers to the query "what is my purpose in life" and this is my mission to help you find the mission of your life.<br />
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Nicolas Baron developed a system to help you succeed in Finding your Purpose in Life and feeling fulfilled and happier in general. These worksheets & exercises are incredibly helpful for self awareness and a greater understanding of the key principles to finding your life purpose.<br />
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Discover more about how to Find your Purpose and Passion from his popular free e-Course, available at: ===> <a href="http://www.find-your-purpose-now.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.find-your-purpose-now.com</a>Applying the Law of Attractionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10607733787578672780noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996521669375974876.post-69598487982499690592009-09-21T11:17:00.000-07:002009-09-21T11:17:49.367-07:00Tips On Home Business – Why Start Online Business – Internet Marketing Programs<i>By: Sullivan Pau</i><br />
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I have been <a href="http://www.thewebsitemarketingpro.com/">marketing online</a> for some time now and have gone through much. This is what am going to share through out on my blog. Am pretty sure you have arrived on my site because you need to start an online business that can earn you extra income on the side or make it grow and earn full-time big money from it. You are not lost friend! This is the best place to be.<br />
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Now that you want to start a home business or indulge in internet marketing. This is the best thing you can think off owing to the economy crisis facing us and the urge to be our own bosses and not employees. Here are a few Tips I want to highlight before we hit the road to financial freedom.<br />
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Tip 1: It’s not easy to start a new online business just like on other investments. You have to be broad enough to succeed. You don’t need to worry; there are many willing to help you out there on the internet like I do. Why should you try inventing the wheel once again? I did it for you and all you need is just follow few trade rules and tutorials, add a little energy, time and there you are towards a financial breakthrough.<br />
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Tip 2: You can follow the steps I have taken and build your own income generating home business with very minimal capital. I will offer my free guidance to you. Take it seriously and you will be smiling from the bank a few months from now. Having a successful online business is one of the ways to build a residue income generating project of a lifetime from comfort of your home<br />
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Tip 3: With dedication, perseverance and hard work, you can afford making a six figure annual income from home using my simple online home business ideas and secrets. This means you can earn when relaxing on a beach anywhere in the world, watching TV, sleeping, Ooh yes, I mean it, just think of the any other odd place you can be and still claim to be at work. The power of online marketing breaks all the barriers and you can work from anywhere anytime!<br />
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This is an Honest new home business revolution which you need to be in, enjoy the money making experience and be blown away as you delve deeper in online wealth creation. You can get more free ideas and tips on my blog or email your question to email <a href="mailto:gacheru04@gmail.com">gacheru04@gmail.com</a><br />
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Sullivan Pau is a web Consultant and Webmaster at <a href="http://syspag.com/articles/" rel="nofollow">Syspag Studios</a> ,A company offering web/blog design,web/blog hosting and SEO Outsourcing services.Visit more Internet Technology Opportunities at <a href="http://homebiz.syspag.com/" rel="nofollow">Great Home Business tips</a> <br />
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Others will say that you cannot know <a href="http://applying-the-law-of-attraction.com/Want_To_Know_More_About_Your_Life_Purpose.html">your life purpose</a> until you transcend into the non-physical. <br />
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My own personal view is… who cares? Why do you feel the need to know that you have a life purpose and that you must complete it? <br />
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Life has offered you free-will, meaning you have the ability to choose what you do and when you do it. No one can ever take that completely away from you. <br />
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It is my belief that everyone on this planet has a choice, and that choice is they can believe in whatever they want to. If you want to believe that god has given you a mission to complete, then that’s fine. <br />
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You had the decision about whether you wanted to come here to earth before you were born and I think that some energies/entities did decide that they were coming here for a purpose. To heal, to help, to teach, to assist, etc. <br />
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But I also feel that some people just came here because they wanted to. They wanted to come here for the experience. I’m one of these people. Yes, I have decided to teach what I’ve learned along the way, but that isn’t my life’s purpose. <br />
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Having a life’s purpose can be used as a way to say "Yes, I’ve completed what I came here to do, now I can die in peace without having any worries". But isn’t that a bit of a cop out? Isn’t that finding an excuse so that you can release your fear of death? <br />
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The more spiritually enlightened you become, the more you will realize that everything in this world and in your life is already perfect. You cannot make a mistake with life and everything will pan out to perfection even if you don’t perceive it that way. Given that is true, if there are such things as a life purpose and god is handing them out on your way into planet earth, then you cannot help but to not only achieve it but discover what it is when the time is right for you. <br />
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<i>"There is no blackboard in the sky on which God as written your purpose, your mission in life...your purpose is what you say it is. Your mission is the mission you give yourself. Your life will be what you create it as, and no will stand in judgment of it, now or ever." </i><br />
- Neale Donald Walsch <br />
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