Beauty and Peace of Mind Al Natural: Sponsored Post

Being that it is Earth Week, I am more mindful of the good things in life that come naturally. This week I am going to focus on the assets I was born with, my strong legs, my big smile and my thick black mane! And stop complaining, if just for a week, about the things I want to change: my muffin-top belly, the hyper-pigmentation on my face, and of course, my weight. There is so much we are handed with by just being born, but why is the grass always greener? More than twice a year I visit my cosmetic surgeon friend to see what we can do about this and about that. But you only need to turn on reality TV to know, beyond any doubt, that looking natural is the only standard for beauty.

But don’t get me wrong, I use all the help I can get with the right products, preferably those with all natural ingredients, because if it’s going to damage the earth, what is it really doing to my body? Another easy, and obvious, way to stay naturally beautiful is eating fresh and organic. Kale is the new super fad food but I’ve been eating it for years and have come up with the best recipes that are easy and oh-so-good!! Mind boggling delicious salad; kale, beets, pumpkin seeds, peas and a sprinkle of green onions. Toss w olive oil, salt, pepper and a splash of Bragg’s amino acid. I promise you, this will change your life (and regularity, if you know what I mean). Even the most intolerant eater of health foods will be singing your praise. Cherish nature by cherishing yourself!

This post is sponsored by Aveeno:

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