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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie

Even though it is fall now, our family never gets tired of smoothies!!

We love them and feel great when we feed our body right!

Plus, this makes an excellent fast, easy, and healthy breakfast before school!!

I just add milk, frozen strawberries, and a fresh banana to a blender and mix it all up.

Then I add our favorite protein powder for long lasting energy!

Then, we blend, pour, and ENJOY!

What is your favorite smoothie?

Have a great day!

Bonnie :)

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90 YEAR OLD GETS HELP WITH VIVIX

Good morning! :)

I hope that you are having an amazing day!

I just want to pop on here real quick to share this amazing story by Anthea with you...

My Mom will be 90 years old in November. She and my Dad have been using Shaklee products for more than 25 years. They don’t take a lot, but they have been consistent with what they do take. Vita Lea, OsteoMatrix, Vitamin E, Vitamin C and sometimes Nutriferon.

As with many elderly, my Mom started showing signs of short term memory loss 4 to 5 years ago. Very slow progression but nevertheless real, along with a general slowing down mentally and physically. She basically just wanted to sit around, take multiple naps during the day and didn’t seem to be motivated to get involved in daily activities, especially cooking. I think she got confused where things were in the kitchen.

Last fall I took them a month supply of Vivix and they began taking it right away. Toward the end of my two week stay, I was in the kitchen starting dinner when my Mom came in and picked up a potato peeler and began helping me. That may not sound like much but really it was huge. That hadn’t happened in a long time.

Over the last year, after taking it and not taking it, I now send it to them in England regularly. Not only does my Mom LOVE Vivix, but my Dad, who is never easy to convince of anything, is a firm believer that Vivix is making a noticeable difference.

My Mom is so much more involved and engaged in all around her, including helping my Dad with the cooking. She even will initiate activities herself now. This is a huge improvement and I can tell the difference in her when we speak on the phone. I return in September for another visit and am excited to see even further improvement.

- Anthea Tripp

Wow! That I love hearing stories like this!

Thank you Anthea for sharing. :)

If you have your own story that you want to share, please email me at donahuewellness@hotmail.com so I can feature you.

Order your Vivix today!

Bonnie :)

A Gift for YOU!! Shaklee FREE Shipping

I am so excited to announce my early Christmas Special for YOU!

Looking for creative and healthy gift ideas for this holiday season or all year around?

I love giving useful and healthy gifts to people I know.

My family, friends and even our teachers all get Shaklee from me.

Do you want to know what? They LOVE it!

Here are some great gifts for a healthy gift giving!

1. Vivix Cellular Anti-Aging Tonic Dietary Supplement in the middle of a wreath, or inside a beautiful ribboned wine glass or wine decanter.

2. Cinch Snack Bars or Meal-in-a-Bars to stuff stockings. Or give a box of Snack or Meal-in-a- Bars along with brochures for hiking trails and bike routes.

3. Cinch Energy Tea sticks tied in a pretty bow, inside a beautiful mug or lovely teacup. Or try with a cute teapot and tea cozy.

4. Basic-H2 with a sponge in a bucket filled with car magazines.

5. Shaklee Energizing Soy Protein in Cocoa or Cinch Shake Mix in Chocolate for healthy hot chocolate along with a warm hat, scarf, and gloves.

6. Enfuselle Nutrition Therapy Skin Care System collection with a fancy makeup mirror.

7. Enfuselle Lip Treatment SPF 15 wrapped up with ribbons at both ends to slip into cards you’re mailing...or into a Christmas stocking...or given away as a small memento for co-workers, teachers, mail carrier, etc.

8. Enfuselle Moisturizing Shower Gel, Ultra Moisturizing Shea Butter Cream, and a Bath Sponge in a pretty shower caddy or with a set of monogrammed towels.

9. Enfuselle SPF30, LipTreatment SPF15, and Shaklee Performance Sports Drink with golf balls and gloves.

10. Shakleekids Incredivites and Mighty Smart along with books, games, and a world globe.

11. Herbal Blend Multi-Purpose Cream with some nice slippers or designer socks and a note about how Multi-Purpose Cream soothes tired feet all year around.

12. Joint & Muscle Pain Cream with a microwaveable comfort pillow.

13. Get Clean Fresh Laundry Concentrate & Soft Fabric Concentrate with a set of bath towels.

14. Meadow Blend Soap-Free Cleansing Bar and Ultra Moisturizing Shea Butter Cream with a pretty ceramic soap dish.

15. Cinch Snack Bars wrapped in see-through colorful net and tied with ribbon.

16. Shaklee Performance Sports Drink, Cinch Snack Bars and Joint & Muscle Pain Cream along with a sports bottle, football, soccer ball, or a signed ball or signed sports personality photograph. For a nice variation, use the same products and package with gardening accessories like a hat, cotton gloves, and/or kneeling pad.

17. Shaklee Physique with a jump rope or exercise video for someone making a New Year’s resolution.

18. ProSanté Hair Care System with a really nice brush and other hair accessories.

19. Shaklee SPF 30 for Body with sun hat, ball cap, sunglasses, or picnic basket.

20. Cinch Starter Kit to start the New Year right, along with a nice calendar.

21. Cinch Pedometer and Shaklee Performance with a great music CD for walking.

I am so excited about this Christmas Special for you!

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(Free shipping is for all orders over $200 and it's covers up to $20. This not not count toward auto-ships)

Happy Shopping!

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Have a great day!
Bonnie :)

Kids Doing Chores

With four children, I really want to teach them how to help around the house and learn how to do things for themselves. This is not always easy but it is something that needs to be done.

I try to start when they are little because that is when they love helping and being praised for doing it.

People often ask me about this and right now I give the kids little jobs to help but nothing too big right now. I have them clean up their rooms, toys, make their own bed (not daily though- we need to get better with this), help with the dishes, they can sweep, vacuum and occasionally put some laundry away. I am pretty relaxed about this because when I got pregnant with Andrew, I hired a cleaning service for the deep cleaning but I still want to teach the kids to be responsible for their own things.

The ages of my kids are 7, 5, 3, and almost 4 months.

Today, I want to share a little video with you showing an example of how I do this.

Here is Matthew (age 3) helping with the dishwasher. He loves his chores and really feels like he is helping.

(I did have to "help" a little in the video but I thought he was going to break the door. He didn't like being "helped")

As you can see in the video, we use Shaklee's Dish Detergent and LOVE it!! You saw that we only use a little bit. I never pre-rinse anything and they are always clean. Plus, because it is non-toxic, the kids can actually help me by putting it in the dishwasher and it won't leave any nasty chemical residue on our dishes.

You might of also seen our oven grates in the dishwasher. I throw those in the dishwasher about once a week and that seems to works great!

What chores do you give your kids?

How do they respond?

Do you have a rewards chart or incentive?

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Happy cleaning!

Bonnie :)

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Strawberry Protein Oatmeal

I know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and I also know that eating protein is essential for our brain, especially for kids that will be in school learning all day.

So I like it make strawberry oatmeal with protein.

I just make oatmeal and add strawberry Cinch Protein at the end!

That's it!!

I love it and it tastes great although sometimes I add a little stevia because I like my oatmeal really sweet.

Do you try to eat protein with every meal?

How do you make your oatmeal?

Have a great day!

Bonnie ;)

You can get your own protein here!

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My Energy Secret {Cinch Energy Tea}

Hello!! :) How are you? Today, I want to answer a question that I get a lot. People often ask me how I have energy. They ask me how I have energy for 4 kids, a husband, a business, a blog, a home, meals, laundry, etc.

I have a secret, it's my energy tea!

I swear by it!!

I drink one or two of these a day!

This is what it looks like. I love the Pomegranate and I really like the Green Tea.

It comes in a stick which is nice because I keep them in my purse. My husband also brings them to work.

All I do is mix it with water!! I also like to add some stevia and ice to it. You can drink it hot too but I love it cold.

Yup, I seriously LOVE this!!! :) I don't drink coffee anymore. I have been drinking this tea everyday for a year now! It is seriously my favorite. Everyone who tries this tea goes nuts over it! It is amazing. It makes me feel good and alert without any jitters.

So, this is my secret!!

What do you do for energy?

Bonnie

You can order your own here!

WHY WASHING YOUR FACE IS SO IMPORTANT

We all know that a skin care regimen starts with a good cleanser, but, have you ever wondered why it’s so important? Let’s explore the reasons behind why we need to make sure our skin is

cleaned properly, no matter what skin type.

Why Is It Important To Use A Cleanser?

Even if you don’t wear makeup, it’s very important to wash your face with a cleanser. “It’s not just makeup you want to wash off”, says Dr. Charles Zugerman, Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Northwestern University. Facial cleansers remove makeup, pollutants, bacteria and unwanted debris off of our face.

In addition, it’s important to recognize that properly cleansing the skin prepares your skin to absorb products you may put on after, like a serum or moisturizer. Clearing out your pores allows the moisturizer to penetrate into your skin for maximum effectiveness. What’s the point of applying moisturizers and treatments if your skin isn’t able to absorb them fully?

How To Choose A Cleanser That’s Right For Your Skin Type

When choosing a cleanser, April W. Armstrong, MD, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the University of California Davis recommends on WebMD to “Always use a gentle cleanser, since harsh soaps can trigger the skin to increase oil production.” I completely agree, and even though it may be tempting to get that squeaky clean feel, it may strip your skin of the good oils — making your skin react by producing even more oil!

Additional Tips:

- A regular facial cleanser can’t properly break down and remove waterproof makeup, so be sure to use a separate makeup remover if you use waterproof makeup

- Want to add an additional ‘rinse’ cycle? Use a toner to remove any debris or makeup that a cleanser may have left behind! You’ll be surprised to see what a little toner and a cotton pad will remove even AFTER you’ve cleansed your face, especially if you wear makeup

- After a thorough cleansing, be sure to follow up with a moisturizer that best fits your skin type and concerns. Even if you have oily skin, don’t skip this step! Oily does not mean your skin is moisturized or hydrated. According to Rebecca Kazin, MD, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins Medical Institute and Director of Johns Hopkins Cosmetic Center (WebMD), “Even oily skin needs to be moisturized to look its best.”

I often get asked what kind of skin care line I use and I am sure that you won't be surprise when I tell you that Shaklee has a line for that and I and LOVE it! Yup, it's called Enfuselle (like to infuse the cell)! I have been exclusively using it for 9 years. I got my hubby started several years ago too and he is hooked too, lol! I go back and forth between and dry and oily kits because I love them both and my skin likes to change with my pregnancies. My favorite product is the night cream because it makes my face feel like silk and I also really like the morning cream because my make-up blends nicely with it and it has spf 15 in it.

Do you have oily or dry skin?

Have a great day!

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JACQUI MCCOY OF SHAKLEE MAKES HISTORY ON EXTREME MAKEOVER!

I thought you would like this story!!! I am going to hear Jacqui speak in a couple of weeks at the Shaklee Convention in Las Vegas in 2 weeks! :) I can't wait!

Shaklee Associate Jacqui McCoy achieved an incredible transformation on ABC's Extreme Makeover:

Weight Loss Edition!

• Lost 207 pounds in one year
• Worked off 58% of her body weight (highest percentage lost in TV history)
• Joined the Extreme Makeover team to coach Season 3 contestants

Jacqui's diet and fitness regimen was prescribed by her coaches on Extreme Makeover. Jacqui also is a passionate advocate for Shaklee products, and her nutritional needs have been supported by her use of Shaklee Nutrition products, including Shaklee Vitalizer and OmegaGuard.

Are you trying to lose weight? What have you tried?

Did you already lose weight? What is the best thing about reaching your goal?

Have a great day!

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Homemade Popsicles {Performance Pops}

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Wow! It has been HOT around here!! I like warm temps but this is not for me and the baby! The kids have been able to enjoy the heat a little but I worry about them overheating.

So, I found a neat way to keep the kids hydrated and keep having fun at the same time!