Are you getting enough vitamin D?

80% of Americans may have insufficient levels of vitamin D.

Why vitamin D is important:

Increased levels of vitamin D can boost your heart health.

Increased levels of vitamin D can help strengthen your immune system.

Vitamin D plays a major role in healthy cell development.

Almost 44 million women and men in the U.S. are at risk for osteoporosis. 

Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption for maintaining strong bones.

Adequate calcium and vitamin D throughout life, as part of a well-balanced diet, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

Are you getting enough vitamin D?

You may need MORE vitamin D during the fall and winter.

You may need MORE vitamin D if you are olive-skinned or darker.

You may need MORE vitamin D if you work indoors.

You may need MORE vitamin D as you age.

You may need MORE vitamin D if you live north of L.A.

You may need MORE vitamin D if you are overweight.

You may need MORE vitamin D if you don't exercise regularly.

Vitamin D supports:

A healthy heart

A strong immune system

Healthy cell development

Healthy bones and teeth

A FUN Day!

Yesterday, I worked at a vendor fair, that was at a gymnastics competition at Hamline University.  My friend Pam and I had a Shaklee booth.  We sampled the Performance Maximum Endurance Sports Drink, which was a big hit!  Performance is similar to Gatorade without the Artificial Flavoring and all the sugar.  Performance helps to rehydrate fast during and after exercise and also has OptiCarb for Instant and Sustained Energy.  Performance is also great for kids who might be dehydrated when they are sick.  It has electrolytes in it just like Pedialyte however it doesn't have the artificial coloring and flavoring.  Yah something healthy and yummy you can make for your kids!  Performance comes in Lemon Lime or Orange flavors.  Check out my website for more info.  Remember there is FREE MEMBERSHIP the month of November with any $70 order.  http://lwcharter.myshaklee.com

Shaklee's Get Clean Starter Kit!

For the month of November, Shaklee is offering FREE MEMBERSHIP with all orders over $70MN (Member's Pricing).  This membership is a Lifetime Membership and you receive 15% off your orders!  This is such an awesome deal, and a great time to save money right before the holidays!  I recommend starting with the Get Clean Starter Kit.  It is so crucial to get the toxins out of your home for the health of your family!  Whether you are welcoming a new baby into your home,  avoiding chemical products, trying to improve your family's health and wellness, helping allergies, helping keep our planet safe or just wanting to save money, this all-inclusive Get Clean Starter Kit will get you started on a cleaner, safer, greener home that saves you money!  You would have to spend more than $3,400 for conventional products to get the equivalent cleaning power in the Get Clean Starter Kit.  This Starter Kit is all you need to start cleaning your way to a healthier home!  Check out my website for what is included in the Get Clean Starter Kit, and for pricing.  http://lwcharter.myshaklee.com

Why I choose Shaklee!!

About 5 months ago, I started using the Shaklee products.  I have been extremely impressed with the quality and effectiveness of their products.  I started with the Get Clean Starter Kit, which contains a variety of cleaning products and laundry products.  I have had amazing results with the laundry products, from grass stains to grease, I have been able to get it out of my families clothing!  I am also happy to say that I have been able to get all the toxic chemicals out of my home and replace them with nontoxic, high performance cleaners!  The quality of the cleaning products amazes me and I love them!  I would have to say my favorite product is the Basic H!  There is several different ways to use the Basic H, here are just a few:  

• Window Cleaner
• All-purpose Cleaner
• Degreaser
• Dusting Spray
• Eyeglass Cleaner
• Jewelry Cleaner
• Leather Cleaner
• Lawn Fertilizer
• Prespot for clothes
• Car wash

And that is not even all of the uses.  There are many many more!

I have also just recently started with the Enfuselle Skin Care System.  It is like Vitamins for your skin!  In 28 days, clinical studies confirmed:

• 665% increase in skin firmness
• 421% reduction in the appearance of wrinkles
• 88% reduction in the appearance of fine lines

Wow!!  I LOVE these products!

No flu shots for us!

10 reasons not to get the flu shot!
I thought this was a really great eye opener!  Who would have thought there are heavy metals in the vaccines. Take a look, and let me know your thoughts on the subject!

Would you like a little BPA with that?

Environmental Working Group is one of my favorite sites to stay up-to-date on what is going on in our world when it comes to safety for our children.  One of their recent studies, done by researchers at EWG, found BPA on receipts from well-known companies including Walmart, Safeway, McDonald's, KFC, CVS, and Whole Foods. The advice the EWG gives to consumers is to not let infants and children touch receipts, and to wash hands after handling receipts.  I never would have thought that receipts could be bad for my health!  BPA can cause reproductive and behavioral problems, cancer, obesity, diabetes, asthma and heart disease.  To view entire article: http://www.ewg.org/kid-safe-chemicals-act-blog/2010/07/a-little-bpa-along-with-your-change/

WARNING! There might not be any veggies left!

Another way I have had success in getting my children to eat vegetables is to give them dip!  I have tried a few different options.  The first is a take-off on Ranch Dip.

                                         1/2 cup cottage cheese

                                         1/2 cup light sour cream

                                         2 Tblsp milk

                                         2 Tblsp ranch seasoning

                                         Blend until smooth!

The second is the Seeds of Change Organic Salad Dressing in Greek Feta flavor.  My kids really like this!  It is great when you are in a hurry, and don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen.