Vacuum the Carpet, It’s Clean. Stupid Tip of the Day:

By Tia Cristy

Stupid Tip of the Day: Vacuum the Carpet, It’s Clean.

It may look really clean after you vacuum, but some grime really stays deep down. There can also be living dust mites living in the carpet.

So a quick tip to get that stuff out of the rug and out of your home, is sprinkle the carpet with some cornstarch.

The cornstarch will kill the dust mites and loosen deep down dirt. Suck it up with the vacuum and now the carpet is fresh.

Add a little bit of essential oil to a bag with the cornstarch to make the powder fragrant.

Tia, and TipsfromTia.com  is trying to keep you looking good and
feeling good, from the inside out. If you’ve got a problem or a tip email me
!

By Tia Cristy

Cleaning Mini Blinds. Tips in Action:

By Tia Cristy

Tips in Action: Cleaning Mini Blinds.

Cleaning mini blinds are a pain to clean. Taking them down, finding the right cleaner to put on them and then, finding the scrub brush to get them clean.

Well, with an occasional wipe down over the weeks, you may only have to pull them down once or twice a year, especially in areas where the can collect a lot of grease and stickiness.

Put the blinds in the tub and spray with that famous spray bubble cleaner, let them sit for 5-10 minutes. Then, just rinse.

It really eats away at the grime without hurting the blinds.

Tia, and TipsfromTia.com  is trying to keep you looking good and
feeling good, from the inside out. If you’ve got a problem or a tip email me
!

By Tia Cristy

Trigger Your Pallet by Eating in Season. Tips on Triggers:

Tips on Triggers: Trigger Your Pallet by Eating in Season.
 
TipsfromTia.com Couple Enjoying Seafood

There are so many reasons why buying seasonal foods are the way to go. Not only are seasonal ingredients fresher and cheaper to buy, but they’re loaded with more nutrients and packed with far more flavor, then when out of season.

During the summer months

Fruits like strawberries are in season – you’ll find they are far more juicy and sweet in the summer because they arrive at the market freshly picked, and haven’t been flown in from another country.

In the winter

root veggies are in season, like carrots, parsnips and radishes, making them perfect for adding to stews or casseroles and enjoy indulging during a cozy night in with your special significant, where you might like to watch movies or play games in front of the fire.

If you’re a keen cook and a foodie, then you’re sure to be interested in finding out which foods are in season right now. Let’s discover which ingredients are in season during the spring!

Lamb: Of course, it goes without saying that lamb is in season during the spring. The meat is far juicier, darker in color and moist during the spring, perfect for roasting on the BBQ or making into a lamb curry.

Salmon: There’s plenty of salmon about during the spring which is ideal if you’re watching your figure. It is a very healthy fish which is packed with omega 3 fatty acids as well as anti-oxidants and nutrients. It is aversatile fish which can be cooked a variety of different ways; for something different why not try Teriyaki salmon with noodles or even try making salmon en croute?

Prawns: There’s nothing more satisfying than biting into a juicy, fat, king prawn. Spring is the time to buy prawns – you can toss them into a salad, mix them into a paella or include them in a spicy prawn curry. No wonder prawns are one of the most popular types of seafood about.

Lettuce recipes: Lettuce is at its best during the spring, The leaves are crisper and crunchier, perfect for including in a chicken Caesar salad with or even making a delicious side salad with. Lettuce is loaded with anti-oxidants and goes with just about anything. There are so many different types of lettuce, from iceberg lettuce to cos lettuce, making it a very versatile ingredient.

Tia, and TipsfromTia.com  is trying to keep you looking good and
feeling good, from the inside out. If you’ve got a problem or a tip email me
!

Brushing your Hair is Damaging. Stupid Tip of the Day:

By Tia Cristy

Stupid Tip of the Day: Brushing your Hair is Damaging.

Taking a tip from The Brady Bunch can be a bit harsh on the hair if you are brushing a hundred strokes with the wrong brush. But, not brushing your hair can cause damage. We lose strands everyday, and bushing it releases those strays from tangling and knotting around healthy locks.

It’s important to brush your hair out before wetting. Getting rid of knots while the hair is dry, is actually more gentle since you can help de-tangle it easily. Like any other knot in this world, wet knots tend to be tighter, so they can pull out more healthy hair. So before you wash it, take a brush to it.

And, a good side note: keep a brush in your bag to brush it out when you take a trip to the salon. Your locks will be grateful.

Tia, and TipsfromTia.com  is trying to keep you looking good and
feeling good, from the inside out. If you’ve got a problem or a tip email me
!

By Tia Cristy

B.B. Cream? Tips in Action:

By Tia Cristy

Tips in Action: B.B. Cream?

So I was asked what I thought about B.B. Cream, and the truth is, I like it. I don’t wear heavy make up, and for me, foundation can be heavy at times. So B.B. gives me all I need in one. And I like simple. Not all B.B.’s are built the same. White tea is the beneficial part of most B.B.’s. White tea protects the skin from pollutants. With the other combined ingredients you will get moisturizer, a protector, an even skin tone, coverage and usually anti-aging benefits from a good B.B.

Watch out for too many filler ingredients, going natural is best.

B.B. Cream is easy to apply. Put it on a clean face lightly. I dab it on instead of sweeping it goes right where it needs to without blocking pores. And that is my foundation for the day, I’ll use a concealer on top, if necessary. It is safe to apply foundation, blush and powder over top of it and still not have harmful effects. But overall, I can say, yes, I like it. And, my skin has thanked me for the continuous moisture and protection. The younger your skin is, greater the benefits of when you start to protect it, the healthier it will always look.

Tia, and TipsfromTia.com  is trying to keep you looking good and
feeling good, from the inside out. If you’ve got a problem or a tip email me
!

 

By Tia Cristy

Everyday Tips from Tia