Beauty by Miss L

With the fast pace of everyday life, it can be hard to keep track of your sleep. Many of us neglect our sleep, and end up getting much less than we need to properly function. This can have many detrimental effects , including inflammation in the body and an inability to focus. However, it's not just the amount of hours that counts – it's also the quality. If you're someone who gets the recommended amount of sleep each night but still wakes up feeling tired, this is likely due to poor quality sleep. In this article, we explore some ways to increase your chances of getting some truly restful sleep. Photo by Toa Heftiba on Unsplash Establish a routine A routine can help train your body and mind to wind down and prepare for sleep at the same time each night, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep. When we have a consistent routine of sleeping and waking up at the same time each day, we allow our body's natural circadian rhythm to function optimally...

Modern life can be overwhelming. You are constantly spinning plates and rushing around to get things done. Even at the end of the day when you finally get some time to yourself, you’re always too anxious about tomorrow to truly relax. It’s understandable that you might wish life was simpler. Image by Pexels from Pixabay But in truth, existence doesn’t have to be so complicated. We make things harder than we need to by filling our lives to the brim with responsibilities, material possessions, and a whole heap of stress. By cutting out the things you don’t need, you will have an easier time and more space to breathe. SImplifying your life will boost your mental health while making you happier and more fulfilled. Here are four easy ways you can get started today. Downsize your possessions We all have way too much stuff. Go through the average person’s house and you’ll find tons of items they have no need for yet leave them hanging around for no good reason. Taking a ...

If the thought of attending a meeting or a class scares you or you have a palpitating heart at home for no apparent reason, you might be experiencing anxiety. Anxiety is very common, but it can be challenging to treat, but there are some excellent natural solutions to the condition.  Photo by Katerina May on Unsplash Mindfulness   Mindfulness is a form of awareness, the awareness of yourself in the present moment. Much of the time, we operate on automatic pilot as if we are little ants collecting bits of leaf to take back to the nest without any regard for our wellbeing. This one reason anxiety rises is because we are not paying enough attention to our emotions. Mindfulness can be very effective for anxiety.  There are two ways to practice mindfulness , the formal way and the informal way. To practice mindfulness formally, create a meditation space and set a timer for mindfulness practice. Meditate, or practice a mindful activity until the timer sounds. A...

As you age, certain eye problems become more common. This is due to the aging process itself, which affects the whole body in various ways. Here are ten eye problems that become more prominent later in life. Presbyopia Your eyes will lose elasticity as you age and there is no known treatment to prevent this. This results in a condition known as presbyopia, where it becomes difficult to read fine print or text that is too close to the eyes. It is usually picked up by noticing that you have to hold books further away to be able to read them. Your ophthalmologist will diagnose this during a routine eye examination. The treatment is corrective lenses. If you don’t get these, you will strain your eyes and may get headaches. Glaucoma Glaucoma is a condition where the fluid passing through the eyes slows down, causing it to accumulate and resulting in pressure on the optic nerve. This ultimately damages the optic nerve , which connects the eye to the brain. People...

A hangover can be the body’s way of letting you know you need to rehydrate and fast. Common symptoms include a headache, fatigue, nausea, sweating, diarrhoea, extreme thirst, dizziness, sweating, and a dry mouth. But by knowing how to combat a hangover before it even begins, you can learn how to recover in record time. In this article, we’ll help to familiarise you with a number of hangover hacks before your next night out on the town. Drink fluids The best way to banish a hangover is to drink fluids either between each alcoholic beverage or before you go to bed. By replenishing your hydration levels ahead of time, you can ensure you are not rudely awoken by a worsening headache or the unstoppable desire to vomit. Alcohol inhibits the release of vasopressin, the hormone responsible for decreasing the volume of urine produced by the kidneys. As a result, it can trigger frequent urination. If your hangover is accompanied by recurrent bouts of diarrhoea or vomiting, you may b...

How have you been? Last Friday, I received my first dose of the COVID vaccine. I had a choice between three vaccines (Janssen, Moderna, and Pfizer -BioNTech), and I decided to go with  Pfizer -BioNTech. For some reason, it just seemed like the best option, but again who knows in the long run. The vaccine shot itself hurt quite a lot which was a surprise because I didn't expect it to be that painful. When it comes to side effects I have experienced so far (it's Monday morning as I'm writing this) are pain at the injection site and muscle pain in my left arm (where the vaccine was injected). Because of that pain, I couldn't raise my hand much. On Saturday, I felt a bit tired and also had that unpleasant bloated feeling, although I hadn't eaten anything that would cause that. On Sunday, my arm didn't hurt anymore and I was again able to raise my left hand above the shoulder. Other than that I'm feeling fine. The outfit I purchased this maxi...

*Sponsored So you love food. But you’d also love to lose some of that excess weight. Could it ever be possible to achieve? Admittedly, it can be a tough mission. But with a clear goal, strong will and determination, and these simple, but effective tips, you can be on your way to finally achieve your long-desired goal.  Photo by Daria Shevtsova from Pexels Learn Substitution No, this does not involve a math equation, at least not so much. Substitution simply means replacing the usual food items or ingredients you use with something healthier or less in caloric content.  For example, if you love ice cream, you don’t have to take it out of your diet completely. All you need to do is make sure to get one that has fewer calories/carbs/sugar or whatever metric you’re looking at. If you like fruits, go for the fresh ones instead of the dried version. Dried fruits are heavier in calorie content and do not leave you as full as fresh ones do. As for bread, y...

We all have diets to follow, but that doesn’t mean all diets are created equally! After all, we have our likes and dislikes, and that can mean we cut various foods out or don’t eat them in the right amounts. However, when these foods are not replaced, we can lose out on the vital nutrients we need to lead healthy lives.  And because of this fact, there’s a good chance your diet is missing a few things right now. But don’t worry, this is easy to fix! Depending on your plans right now, you might need to make a few different tweaks here and there, but as long as you’re prioritising the inclusion of the vitamins and minerals below, you’ll be just fine.  Photo by Daria Shevtsova from Pexels Calcium Calcium is the mineral we all hear a lot about when we’re kids, because we need to grow big and strong with healthy bones! However, as an adult, Calcium seems to become less and less of an issue, despite how easy it is to become deficient in it.  And seeing as low C...

*affiliate links Activewear - comfortable, stylish, and not only for the gym. You know, one of my goals for 2021 was to exercise more again. From 2013-2014 I was super active and worked out like crazy! Seriously! Like whenever I had some free time I went out jogging or spent time in group training. For example I absolutely loved BodyPump. And I was in excellent shape. I think I have never been that fit before or after that. At the moment I weigh about 6-9kg more then I weighed back than and I'm just kind of mad at myself that it's so hard to find the time (and sometimes motivation too) to actually get back that shape - to be as fit as I was then. Losing that extra weight is one of my goals. And fitting in some of those beautiful dresses that are sitting in my wardrobe waiting for that miracle is one of those motivations. In a way, it's really weird how I actually manage to get rid of 2-4kg, and then something happens and I'm again back at where I started ... Well, ...

Click here to read about my experience with OrganiCup in English! Kui pikka sissejuhatust lugeda ei viitsi, siis siirdu kohe lõigu "Mis on OrganiCup ja minu kogemused sellega" juurde ;) Eelmisel aasta lõpus vaatasin ma ETV2 dokumentaali "Mürgine ilu", kus oli teemaks, milliseid mürgiseid aineid sisaldavad paljud ilu-ja kehahooldustooted, mida meist paljud igapäevaselt kasutavad. Filmist jäi mulle kõlama see, et ilutoodetele ei kehtigi nii ranged nõuded ja reeglid kui võiks arvata ja põhimõtteliselt loetakse ilutooted ohututeks kuniks pole tõestatud vastupidist. Ja see pani mu mõtlema, et tegelikult ei tea me ju ka täpselt kui ohutud/ohtlikud on tampoonid ja sidemed, mida meist paljud (sh mina ise) igas kuus teatud päevadel kasutame. Jah, tampoonid võivad põhjustada toksilise šoki sündroomi, ent lisaks sellele? On ju neidki töödeldud valmistamise käigus erinevate kemikaalidega, mis küll tibatillukeses koguses võivad olla ohutud aga aastast aastasse kasutades ena...

*Affiliate links I purchased Now Foods Solutions XyliWhite Toothpaste Gel Refreshmint a few months ago from iHerb . I wanted a toothpaste that would be Flouride-free and have a fresh taste. And even better if it would be whitening. This Now Foods Solutions toothpaste seemed to tick all the boxes,  plus it didn't cost a fortune and so I ordered it. Now Foods Solutions XyliWhite hambapasta tellisin ma iHerb'st mõned kuud tagasi. Tahtsin proovida hambapastat, mis oleks fluoriidivaba ning mõnusalt värske maitsega. Ja kui see lisaks veel ka hambad valgeks muudaks oleks eriti super. Now Foods XyliWhite hambapasta tundus igati sobilik ja lisaks ei maksnud see ka tervet varandust ning nii ma selle ära ostsingi. Now Foods Solutions XyliWhite Toothpaste Gel Refreshmint is Flouride-Free. It doesn't contain SLS, gluten, and parabens. It cleanses and whitens the teeth, and has a fresh taste. Now Foods is Leaping Bunny Certified (meaning it's cruelty-free) and vegan. XyliWhi...

A good diet and an intensive workout routine are the two most important factors to consider if you want to build muscles. Unfortunately, many people tend to focus only on the hours they spend in the gym. They forget that during the other hours of the day, the body needs to support itself with the right nutrition when they are not working out. Only then will the mass-gaining equation be complete. If you are serious about building your muscles and improving your look, here are some serious tips that will help you on your journey. Photo by Scott Webb from Pexels 1. Avoid Using Every Gym Equipment If it is your first time in a gym, it is easy to fall into the temptation of using all the fancy and shiny gym equipment in the gym. Instead of trying every new piece of equipment you find, you should consider sticking to the basics and using free weights. If you want to build muscles, barbells and dumbbells are your best companions. Not only are they useful in building s...

Hi lovelies! How have you been? A story... not outfit related ... A few weeks ago our bathroom scale stopped cooperating with us and so it was time to buy a new one. We (okay, mostly mu hubby) wanted something fancier that would also measure body fat, etc. I was almost ordering Xiaomi Mi Body Composition 2 but for some reason, it just sounded a bit too good to be true for its low price and so, I decided to go with a brand I know - Fitbit. And Fitbit Aria Air seemed like a good choice and somehow it seemed that it will all the things needed. Although, to tell you the truth I don't really care much about those fancy extras. All I need to know is my actual weight. Anyway, so I ordered Fitbit Aria Air and received it last Wednesday. And unfortunately, it seems that it basically only shows you your weight. Oopsy! So I googled and read some posts and comments and seems that I haven't been the only one who thought that this fancy bathroom scale would do more. So I'm glad that I...

*affiliate links Two weeks ago I wrote about Brush-Baby toothpaste for kids and today I have another toothpaste review for you. This time it's Radius Organic Coconut Toothpaste - Ginger Citrus that I ordered from iHerb . I needed a new toothpaste and I wanted to try something new and this toothpaste seemed worth a try. Paar nädalat tagasi tutvustasin teile Brush-Baby hambapastasid lastele ning täna on mul teile jälle üks hambapasta postitus. Seekord muljetan iHerb 'st tellitud Radius Organic Coconut ingveri-tsitruse maitselisest hambapastast. Tellisin selle kuna uut hambapastat oli vaja ning suur soov oli midagi uut proovida ning Radius tundus proovimist väärt.  Radius Organic Coconut Toothpaste - Ginger Citrus contains organic coconut oil and salt to provide a naturally clean, fresh brushing experience without any harmful chemicals or synthetic foaming agents . Radius toothpaste is free from GMOs, SLS, Fluoride, Saccharin, glutens, detergents, artificial preservatives...

*PR Sample Read my Brush-Baby review in English HERE Lapsed ja hammaste pesu. Ütleme nii, et kumbki minu poistest - ei 7-aastane ega ka peaagu kahene pole seda kunagi nautinud. Vanem laps hädaldab ja viriseb ja leiutab põhjuseid hambapesu vältimiseks, iga kord kui on vaja hambaid pesta. Ja väiksem üritab lihtsalt hambaharja ära süüa. Eks lõpuks saavad ikka hambad puhtaks, ent mingi lihtne ettevõtmine see kindlasti ei ole.  Ja siis tuli Brush-Baby... Mina polnud sellest firmast varem midagi kuulnud ent ühel ilusal päeval jõudis minuni pakike Brush-Baby elektriliste hambaharjade ja hambapastadega. Ma poleks elusees uskunud, et kohustuslik hambapesu 2x päevas muutub tänu neile toodetele lastele lausa nauditavaks ja kohe nii toredaks, et hambaid tahaks pesta kohe mitu-mitu-mitu korda päeva jooksul.  Brush-Baby elektrilised hambaharjad ja pastad lastele Minu 7-aastane kutt sai endale Brush-Baby KidzSonic elektrilise hambaharja ja peaaegu kahene BabySonic harja. Elektriline hambahar...