Did you know certain foods have a high “thermogenic effect”, so they literally burn calories as you chew?

Here is a list of 7 foods that have high thermogenic effect and will ultimately boost your metabolism to aid you in your weight loss journey!

To find out what these foods are, visit Skinny Mom here…

7 Foods That Kickstart Your Metabolism Into Gear!

Did you know caffeine is known to reduce puffy eyes and dark circles?

Well this cream includes caffeine which works wonders for tired and droopy eyes. Coconut oil is another ingredient found in this recipe which helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

Find out how to infuse your own coffee oil to make the ultimate eye cream at theherbalhealingmama.com here…

DIY Calendula Coffee “Tired Eyes” Cream

Heather of MommyPotamus likes to make homemade vanilla for herself and to give as gifts.  She first reviews some interesting facts about vodka, bourbon and rum which are used to make vanilla extract.  She then shares her recipe for Vanilla Bean Extract which is as easy as 1-2-3.

To see Heather’s complete article and recipe, visit Mommypotamus.com here…

Homemade Vanilla Bean Extract

Paige wanted to find a healthy way to boost her energy levels throughout the day and avoid energy slumps in the afternoon. She shares 3 drinks that she uses daily:

• The Fire Hydrant – 3 to 4 glasses a day keeps her hydrated and energized.
• The Quick Fix – As needed during the day. This drink uses herbs that increase circulation and improve energy.
• The Heavy Lifter – This is Paige’s morning breakfast protein shake. Bananas, yogurt, milk and more gets you off to a great, protein-based start.

To get the full recipe for all 3 natural energy drinks, visit instructables.com here…

3 Healthy Homemade Energy Drink Recipes

Adding plants to your home can have so many beneficial effects. But one of the best benefits is that plants help to clean the air! In this article, Daria shares a list of NASA-approved plants that filter out toxic chemicals from the air like benzene. Toxins can enter homes in a variety of different ways — sprays, plastics, furniture, just to name a few. So while you may think the air in your home is toxin-free, it very well may not be.

To see all 10 plants that clean air, visit hello natural here…

10 Fuss-Free NASA-Recommended Plants that Clean the Air

This is a very simple recipe for homemade honey-sweetened ginger ale. It’s a wonderful, refreshing drink for the summer. Made from scratch and healthy.

Brittany first explains how to make a ginger syrup that you can store in your refrigerator. She then provides simple directions on how to use the syrup to make a glass of ginger ale whenever you want it.

This drink is lightly sweetened with honey. If you’d like a sweeter version, just experiment with adding more honey.

To get the full recipe, visit naturallivingmamma.com here…

Homemade Honey-Sweetened Ginger Ale Recipe

People are increasingly wary of using commercial air fresheners with artificial scents.  This is because of concerns over the chemicals that are in the commercial air fresheners.

Scent Jars are a natural alternative. They contain combinations of fruit, herbs, spices and water.  They can be refrigerated until you’re ready to use them.  When you’re ready, you just dump the contents of the scent jar into an uncovered pot and bring it to a simmer.  It will fill your house with wonderful, natural scents.

To find out how to make scented jars, visit LiveDan330.com here….

DIY Organic and All Natural Air Fresheners

This is Lindsay’s simple fruit fly trap. I’ve used this method and it really does work. I have a stash of empty, old pickle jars and use a few of them for projects like this. I also add about a tablespoon of dishwashing soap to the other ingredients that Lindsay uses. If you have fruit flies in particular, this is an excellent method.

To find out how to make Lindsay’s fruit fly trap, visit passionatehomemaking.com here…

Frugal & Natural Pest Control: Fruit Flies & Ants Be Gone!

Becca loves this green smoothie and has been drinking it almost every morning for breakfast for the past 2 months. She finds it gives her the energy she needs to tackle her day.

This smoothie uses 3 leafy greens, apple, coconut water and mint. Becca describes the health benefits of each ingredient. She also has some helpful tips at the end of the article.

To find out the full recipe, visit thedabblist.com here…

Energy Boosting Morning Green Smoothie Recipe

I can’t think of a better summery scent for a body butter than honey and coconut! Marie also uses two essential oils that contribute a bit of spice and earthiness to the scent. The body butter is perfect for moisturizing your skin. Extremely simple recipe!

To get the full recipe, visit humblebeeandme.com here…

How to Make Honey Coconut Body Butter