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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Regular readers of this blog will know that I loooove food! My family loves a good eat and so do my friends, so I find that this is often a "hobby" I am doing!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">If you know that I love food, then you will also know that I love travelling, and what better way of combining these two favourite activities then trying new foods when on holiday!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">If you have read my blog post on <a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/things-to-see-and-do-in-okinawa.html" target="_blank">O</a><a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/things-to-see-and-do-in-okinawa.html" target="_blank">kinawa</a> then you'll know that I have recently spent a few weeks in the little Japanese island with my mum's side of the family. I have been learning Japanese and this was my chance to throw myself in the deep end and put my learning into practice.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Whilst here I have tried so many new foods, as well as some childhood favourites that my mum used to make, I wanted to share with you my "must eat foods when in Okinawa". The reason I have stated 'Okinawa' rather than Japan, is that here we have our own little sub-culture and foods. Some of the foods listed also originate from Japan but others are local delicacies!!!</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Tako yaki</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i>Tako </i>= octopus and yaki = grilled, but it is much more than just grilled octopus. Tako yaki is a delicious dish of batter balls with spring onion and octopus inside, that is grilled off in a special iron skillet. It is then brushed with the tastiest brown sticky sauce and some kind of fish flakes (don't let that put you off). This has to be one of my all time favourite Japanese dishes! We had ours at the food court at the <i><a href="http://www.okinawa-information.com/naha/shopping/jusco_okinawa_japan.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jusco shopping centre</a></i>, but they have this dish everywhere!</span><br />
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<b>Yakiniku</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I do not know one person that doesn't like yaki niku, which translates into "grilled meat". In the middle of the table (yes we were sitting on the floor) there is a hot grill, in which you cook your own meet and veggies. Ordering couldn't be simpler either, as at the restaurant we went too (a chain called <i>Goen)</i>, they had a tablet on each table, with an English option, and with a touch of the finger you ordered your dishes. 2 minutes they arrive at your table and you are good to go!!! The downside to this is of course over excitement which does lead to over ordering, which does of course lead to over eating!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">This place is popular with the locals and the American marines who have a huge base here on the island. We chose a la carte but they also have a all-you-can-eat buffet style option!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">My mum used to do this dish when I was living at home on a Sunday and when I was a little girl, I would hide all my meat under my rice as I couldn't eat as quick as my dad and if I didn't, all the tasty meat would have gone in seconds.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Ohagi </span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Not an Okinawan food, this is my new favourite sweet! Sticky rice covered in that red kidney bean paste again. Sticky, sweet and morish.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Okinawan donuts - Sa-ta andagi</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i>Sata </i>is the Okinawan word for sugar (it is <i>sato</i> in Japanese) but these donuts are not like the sugary ring donuts that you find at Krispy Kreme. They are like a massive round ball of dough/batter, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. They have them at quite a few places but I am going to be biased here and demand that you only eat them at my aunt's mother-in-laws place as they are the best!!! They have a tiny little stall in the main market off Kouksai Street in Naha (the capital of Okinawa). Back in the day when my mum lived in Okinawa, theirs was the only place that would sell these. When I came here as a little girl, I would be given a tasty donut every time I walked past their stall!</span><br />
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<b><span style="background-color: white;">Soumin champuru </span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Soumin champuru is a very popular Okinawan noodle dish of soumen noodles (fine noodles) with a bit of canned tuna and spring onions. Oh so simple but oh so tasty!!! Soumin champuru originated from Okinawa but is now eaten on the mainland.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Okinawan zenzai</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Okinawan zenzai is a tasty dessert of red kidney beans cooked with sugar, topped with crushed ice. You can also top the ice with a tasty sweet milk or a fruit sauce for added tastiness, or even with ice cream. This was my mum's favourite dessert growing up on the island, The use of red kidney beans as a dessert base is popular in Japan and called "anko". It is filling, sweet and has great texture. They use it in quite a lot of desserts and sweets such as mochi, ohagi and doriyaki.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Mittarashi dango</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">This is one of my favourite Japanese sweets as it is made from "mochi", a chewy and sticky rice flour ball. Mochi comes in different shapes, styles and pairings. Dango means "ball" in Japanese, so these are skewered balls of mochi. Mittarashi dango comes topped with "tare", a sweet sticky sauce.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Soba</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I am told by my mum that <i>soba (noodles) </i>is an important dish in Okinawa and one that is a staple. It is pretty much served and available everywhere. Delicious noodles in a broth, topped with various items such as fish cakes, vegetables and slices of pork. I had soba a few times, my favourite being with <i>tenpura. </i>Okinawan soba is different from main-land soba noodles, slightly thicker and people love them!</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Mugicha (barley tea) and classic green tea</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I am a big fan of Japanese green tea and I am so pleased to see that its popularity in England is growing, especially matcha with is crammed full of antioxidants. Although I drink green tea in England, the tea bag Twinings stuff is nothing like the proper stuff here! It is cleaner, crisper, and fresher! Not like the twinings or Tetleys stuff back home (sorry). I have been drinking it by the gallon load! And the happy thing is, that there is next to zero calories in it and it is so good for you!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Since being here, I have also discovered a new tea I love - barley tea aka <i>mugicha</i>! They often have it cold in jugs on the table at restaurants for you to help yourself, much like we would have a jug of tap water. It isn't a particularly sweet drink</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Spam-tamago onigiri </span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Onigiri are those tasty rice balls within a sheet of <i>nori. </i>I love these and they make a great snack! An Okinawan favourite is a spam-tamago onigiri (tamago is egg). Although an American product, the Okinawans eat a fair bit of spam thanks to their being a huge American military base on the island. This is proper fast food comfort food and I love it!</span><br />
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<b>Blue Seal</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Again thanks to the American influence, you'll see Blue Seal ice cream parlours everywhere. The ice cream is tasty and they also do flavour unique to the island, like my favourite, ice cream with anko (that red kidney bean sweet mix!) I also love the bene-imo flavour ice cream, which is a purple sweet potato, native to the island. They love bene-imo (imo means potato) and it often features in desserts and as a flavour!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Umi budo translates into sea grapes, a tasty sea vegetable. It can be a bit salty so be careful. This is another vegetbale native to teh isalnd and you'll see it in plenty of palces. Tasty amazing with rice and sashimi. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">An izakaya is not a chain of restaurants but a word given to restaurants that are small, traditional style and serve alcohol. I know that pop up restaurants are all the rage in London now but these are even smaller - I have seen some izakayas that have enough room to seat 6 people! They are everywhere, you have your pick.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Teppanyaki is the famous Japanese style restaurant where chefs cook at the table on a hot plate/grill in front of you, performing a little show with their impressive skills. Me and the family went to "Sam's" in Naha on Kouksai Dori (street). There are about 4 Sam's on this main road alone each with a different theme - we chose Sam's sailor inn as it was the only one with a lunch time option (go later on in the lunch time sitting as it's less crowded). The inside looks like a ship and the food is pretty tasty! You also get to keep the cocktail cup to take home :-) Order the shark cocktail as this ones pretty cool!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">If you're in the South of the island, then head to this cute cafe if the sun is shining. Over looking the sea and serving a small selection of food and drinks, a pit stop here will refresh you. Unfortunately we went on a cloudy day so the view wasn't that great.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i>handama - </i>a purple and green spinach like leaf veg - delicious when stiry-fried and with a bit of tuna</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i>yaki imo - </i>baked sweet (purple) potato - here they have freshly baked potato in the shops, ready for you to snack on whilst hot. Why they don't have these here I do not know! Only a 100 yen too!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i>bimbimba - </i>an iron hot pot filled with rice and veggies. Upon being served, you crack in an egg in it which slowly cooks</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i>sanpincha - </i>jasmine tea</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i>mozuku - </i>a tasty seaweed, great with a little sweet vinegar in a salad style</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><i>tebuchi - </i>pig's trotters and not for me but people love them and they are a local Okinawan delicacy - try it if you dare!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"> X x X</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07333325399927427076noreply@blogger.com0Okinawa Prefecture, Japan26.2124013 127.6809316999999718.9182863 117.35378319999998 33.5065163 138.00808019999997tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3644080922637858444.post-43215928836352177702016-04-16T05:05:00.000-07:002016-04-16T05:05:18.420-07:00Nip + Fab glycolic fix daily cleansing pads <span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Recently I have been using these glycolic fix cleansing pads, from <a href="http://www.nipandfab.com/glycolic-fix-daily-cleansing-pads" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nip + Fab</a>. They offer a gentle exfoliation without scrubbing to reveal fresher skin. And fresher skin = younger looking skin right?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">A pot contains 60 pads, and each pad is soaked in glycolic acid, which helps to re-texture and resurface.</span></div>
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I was worried that these would be a bit too much for my usually dry skin but using them hasn't been a problem. I don't use them everyday however. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">After an amazing 5 weeks in Okinawa (check out my blog post <a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2015/03/things-to-see-and-do-in-okinawa.html" target="_blank">here</a>) I am trying to eat
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other in a sentence but they certainly go together in this recipe for chocolate
tart. Thanks to the cacao powder, this chocolate tart will give you a hit of antioxidants and they are also chock full of protein.<o:p></o:p><u1:p></u1:p></span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Unlike your bar of galaxy, cacao powder isn't processed nor does it contain all the added sugars and crap that are bad for you. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Cacao powder is in fact a top health food - </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "courier new"; line-height: 115%;">A 2 tbsp serving of cocoa
contains just 25 calories and 1.5 g of fat and it also provides you with 3.6 g
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "courier new"; line-height: 115%;">Cacao may lower LDL cholesterol, reduce the risk of blood clots,
increase blood flow to the arteries, lower high blood pressure, boost cognitive
performance and provide essential minerals such as calcium and potassium! #superfood</span><br />
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the freezer once you have cut off your slice. Word of warning though – this stuff
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protein powder, rather than the usual flour and butter based pancakes. They are
quite sweet but they work equally well with savoury and sweet toppings – my
personal favourite are oodles of berries and natural yoghurt or the classic
(lean) bacon, banana and a touch of maple syrup. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07333325399927427076noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3644080922637858444.post-70489781965014765722016-03-24T14:53:00.000-07:002016-04-21T11:04:49.906-07:00Things to see and do in okinawa, Japan<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">When I told people I was going to Okinawa, most people's reactions were "where's that?" and then "oh yea I've seen Karate Kid". </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Okinawa is a little island off the South Coast of Japan (it is actually closer to Taiwan and China though), visiting my mum's family. </span><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Floating in the Pacific Ocean, Okinawa is made up of several islands but I am staying in Naha, on Okinawan Island (the largest of the islands) where my family live.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">When I arranged to come here, my intention really was just to come and chill out so that I could learn the language and my background/culture. I have been learning for a couple of years but it is only when you immerse yourself that you really get to grips with it, so this was my chance to speak to native speakers to practise.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">However, since landing here (after a long and arduous 24 hours journey I would like to add), I have been non-stop busy! I didn't realise but there is actually quite a bit to see and do. Of course, I am mega biased. I have come here to practise my Japanese but also to learn about the culture, history, food, customs, what is is like to live here etc, so I have found everything I have done so interesting! It has certainly been a once-in-a-life-time-experience, and one I get to embrace for 5 weeks! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Even if you are not a history geek, this is definitely worth a visit to get an insight into the history of Okinawa. As an Okinawan, even my mum wasn't aware of the in-depth history that has made Okinawa the island it is today. With a unique blend of differing cultures, wars and countries fighting it out to own the island, it has a varied and interesting history.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The Okinawans take pride in their unique cultures and traditions and after visiting here, it is easy to see why. It also made it clear to me as well, that whilst they are Japanese, they also have their own sense of identity separate to the mainland, such as foods, dancing, music and words. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">When I was younger, I don't think I was the biggest fan of castles. Apart from an annual summer trip to Heaver Castle in Kent (England), I don't think my parents subjected me to the whole National Trust castle/church/stately home thing. But then I made friends with a girl called Steph and ten years worth of friendship mean that I seem to now love a little bit of castle-ing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Shuri-jo was the palace of the Ryukyu kingdom back in the day, where it was the the royal court and administration centre of the King and kingdom. It has been carefully reconstructed to represent what it was like, giving visitors a peek into Okinawan history. For a few quid too, you can also take a traditional tea of "sampincha" (jasmin tea) served with the traditional biscuits that they served a few centuries ago. Totally tasty by the way.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">In England we have the pound shop but in Japan they have the 100 yen shop (hyaku means 100). But with a rate at the moment of about 150-180 yen to the pound, this is dam cheap!!! But unlike the English pound shop that is full of crap and tat mostly (sorry Poundland), the <i>hyaku yen </i>is full of pretty goodies, useful gadgets and handy utensils. It is all top quality too and most of it is so "kawaii" which means pretty in Japanese. They love a bit of pink, a sticker or two or a cute picture!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I went absolutely mental in the hyaku yen and was a bit worried when we got to the till and it was paying time, but it totalled to less than £25!!! I bought thank-you cards, stationary, oil blotters, snacks, bento boxes, cosmetics and kithen gadgets. They have pretty much everything and anything you want and need!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">If you have time, then a trip to "Churaumi" aquarium are worth a visit. I haven't been to an aquarium for ages (since I last went with The Boy and embarrassing him by squealing "look! a nemo") but as aquariums go, this is pretty good! There is plenty to see, and everything has an English narrative to it, so you'll understand the information. There is also a dolphin show outside at regular timings. I do enjoy a good aquarium but there is always a little part of me that wonders if the tanks are too small for them?!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">With Okinawa's unique geographical positioning, it has a wealth of exotic marine life for you to enjoy and be mesmerised by. My personal fav were the huge manta rays and whale sharks in the main tank.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The Japanese love their public baths and yes, it does mean getting your kit off! I am not a prude but then again I am not accustomed to randomers seeing me stark bollock naked! I went to one attached to a hotel I was staying and seeing as it was free as a hotel guest, I thought why the heck not!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">After stripping down, you take yourself to a 'station' to shower (shampoo and that is provided) to give yourself a good scrubbing. After that, you get into the hot bath for a relaxing soak. For me as a Westerner, it was a bit odd, essentially having a bath with naked strangers, but that's my cultural difference. The settings of these are always really nice, with jacuzzi like bubbles, hot rising steam (which also helps with hiding the nakedness) and a pretty setting of rocks and plants.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">One thing that I have leant since being here is that Okinawan culture is slightly different to Japan, and it has its own blend of culture and traditions, including a traditional dance. The classic style of dancing is my mums favourite, and the combination of dancing, drums and <i>sanshin</i> (like a little banjo) really makes her feel a sense of national pride.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">we actually went here just to fill time whilst waiting for a ferry, but this world heritage site was worth the visit. Peaceful, calm and quite tranquil, it is an important sacred site in Okinawa. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Reflecting the strong connection between the royal family and the religion, the sites for prayers at Sefa Utaki were named after important places in Shuri Castle. This place is particularly special as it appears in legends about the beginning of the Ryukyu. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Coming from London, I often find places abroad affordable, so with a really exchange rate at the moment (about 150 yen to the pound), I found Okinawa ok, however it was 180 yen to the pound last year! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Japan is known for being expensive so I was expecting things to cost more, but then this is a little island, rather than the main island. A coffee will set you back about 300 yen, a noddle dinner for about 800 yen. Vegetables seem to be ridiculously expensive though (300 yen for a small punnet of cherry tomatoes) but if you are here and eating out, you probably won't notice that. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Getting around isn't the easiest in Okinawa as there is only a monorail running up the spine of the island, and a few buses. Most people drive in Okinawa so if you don't drive, taxis are your next option or renting a car which seems to be very popular. Renting a car abroad is not something I am too familiar with (I have only rented a car in South Africa and Croatia) but is something I can recommend. <a href="https://turo.com/rent" rel="norewrite" target="_blank">Turo is a car rental</a>
network that allows you to hire cars at the courtesy of local car hires, which sounds ideal I think. They seem the company that love an adventure! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I love walking around a new place, so me and mum often relied on our legs to get us round, much to the surprise of locals! The island is very safe though, so I felt no dramas with this. There is a monorail too, which runs up the spine of Okinawa. They are frequent and easy to use but are limited to about 15 stops. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07333325399927427076noreply@blogger.com0Okinawa Prefecture, Japan26.2124013 127.6809316999999718.9182863 117.35378319999998 33.5065163 138.00808019999997tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3644080922637858444.post-41104895856066389252016-03-19T06:40:00.000-07:002016-03-19T06:40:30.366-07:00Pumpkin protein pancakes <span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Pancakes have become somewhat of a Sunday tradition for me and The Boy. Not just out-the-packet pre-made stuff, but delicious home made ones. Plus ones that are full of protein and not made with flour. </span><br />
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about Shoreditch’s <a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2016/01/a-boozy-brunch-at-forge-and-co.html" target="_blank">Forge and Co</a>. Great prices and a decent helping on the
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from a restaurant near the Ritz in London’s Maryfair area, this place was
sophisticated brunching, the menu is slightly more expensive than some, but
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<span style="font-family: 'courier new', courier, monospace;">Whilst everyone is tucking into the biccies and pastries, sometimes you fruit slices and ryvita just doesn't seem to be fulfilling your snacking needs! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Homemade flapjacks do make a great snack, and are so easy, so if you are looking for a great snack recipe, try these banana and vanilla protein flapjacks. </span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>First, pre-heat the oven to 160*c </b></span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Like this soup recipe? How about these ones?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2015/12/creamy-spinach-and-coconut-soup.html" target="_blank"><br /></a></span>
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2015/12/creamy-spinach-and-coconut-soup.html" target="_blank">creamy spinach and coconut soup</a></span><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/green-winter-warmer-soup-less-than-100.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">100 calories green veggie soup</span></a><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2015/01/rocket-and-potato-green-soup-vegan-and.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Rocket and potato green soup </span></a><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/le-petite-cafe-and-bistro.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">And for a great French onion soup, head to Le Petite Bistro in Guernsey!</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The tempting menu was hard to chose from but I opted for the smashed avocado on soughdough toast with poached eggs and chorizo. And a side of potato hash nuggets for good measure! This certainly filled a hole and soaked up the g&t's from Saturday night!</span><br />
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baking, probably because the Boy has been on deployment and he is the main
consumer of my healthy treats. But I had a new man in town staying with me on
his trip from Cambodia, my dad. And like the Boy, he likes his food. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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before and the basic mixture of oats, a bit of butter, a bit of milk and an
egg. Once you have that you are free to experiment with all sorts of flavours. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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a sweet fruity flavour. This is such an easy recipe to make, you’ll have
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Keep an eye on them when cooking as you want them that delicious golden brown but leave them in too long and they'll over cook and become too dry And quite frankly no one likes a dry flapjack! </span><br />
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<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/07/chocolate-and-mint-oaty-snack-slice-raw.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">chocolate and mint raw oaty snack slice</span></a></span><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/04/wheat-free-banana-and-cocoa-nibs.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">wheat free banana and cacao nib protein bars</span></a><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/home-made-vanilla-and-date-protein.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">vanilla and date protein flapjacks</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">He's often bought me shoes, accessories and helps me pick out an outfit quite happily (well maybe not happily) but he is also pretty good when it comes to knowing what beauty products I like!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I was surprised with a huge box of bath bombs from Lush and also this little treat for the face...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">A face mask from <a href="https://www.lush.co.uk/products/masks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lush's Fresh Face mask</a> range. </span>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I was first introduced to the Lush fresh face masks when I went for a facial at the Lush spa on King's Road (see my review of this amazing treatment <a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/the-validation-facial-at-lush-spa.html" target="_blank">here</a>). Full of natural ingredients, such as almond oil and soothing lavender, this won't be harsh on your skin. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I went to one a few weeks ago with the Boy and the girls from home, to <a href="http://forgeandco.co.uk/the-modern-grill-lounge-and-bar/saturday-brunch/#&gid=1&pid=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Forge and Co in Shoreditch</a>, London. Eggs Royale with bubbles, what's not to love? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The best bit though is the unlimited prosecco - for ten pounds your glass will be topped up throughout the brunch! And it's tasty prosecco too! They weren't stingy with it either and service was quick when it came to topping up (but we did take some time getting the bill). This is a great place for catching up with friends, chatting and brunching!</span><br />
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Along with a detox, most of us will be hitting the gym and I know for me, that I'll be trying to fuel my body right... including with post workout protein snacks to aid recovery and repair! </span><br />
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My latest snack is this spinach and blueberry one! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">large handful of spinach </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">1 scoop of vanilla protein powder </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">250ml unsweetened almond milk </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">small handful of blueberries and raspberries </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">few large dollops of low fat natural Greek yoghurt (about 100g) </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">1 tablespoon of ground flaxseeds</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><i>simply pop all the ingredients in a smoothie maker/blender and whizz up all the ingredients until you have a smooth consistency </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">14g fat </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">37g carbs</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">29g protein</span><br />
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<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/super-tasty-super-green-smoothie.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Super green smoothie</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">This spinach and coconut one is creamy and simple to make and totally delicious, and falls on 24th March in the cook book in case you were wondering. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">2 tablespoons of coconut oil (to add to that coconutty taste) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The scrub contains tiny micro-fine crushed cocoa beans which gently exfoliate. So fine, it is gentle enough to use everyday (I find some are too scruby and irritate skin with everyday use). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">By exfoliating, you remove the rough dead skin on the surface, revealing lovely, fresh skin! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">At just £5.99 this is a reasonable price but look out, as I bought this in <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Palmer's/Palmer's-Cocoa-Butter-Formula-Exfoliating-Facial-Scrub-150g/p/275389" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Superdrug</a> for a 1/3 off! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">We’re coming to that time of year
when things start to get a little stressful. I know it is the season for crackling
bonfires, Christmas parties and mulled wine (my favourite!) but it is also
common for it to be one of the most stressful, and stats back this up. <a href="http://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/new-survey-reveals-christmas-is-the-sixth-most-stressful-life-event-154705325.html" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: none;">Christmas is said to be the 6<sup>th</sup></span></a><a href="http://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/new-survey-reveals-christmas-is-the-sixth-most-stressful-life-event-154705325.html" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: none;"> most stressful life event, with divorce, moving house and changing
jobs in the running,</span></a> but probably made worse by the fact it is
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">It means ensuring the activities on
our business plans are complete and we’re already thinking of next year’s
projects, plus trying to organise the perfect Christmas for the family
(catering for fussy eaters and impressing your mother-in-law) which is no mean
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Chuck into the mix that the weather
is god dam depressing and that our inevitable over-eating and under-exercising
is going to affect our energy levels… I am knackered just thinking about it!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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festivities completely, which if you do, please enlighten me!) you can do
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control. I had this feeling of “there is too much going on at once” recently
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">First off, before you lose it, write
yourself a to-do list. It really does help to get it all out in black and white
so you can see what you have to tackle. When 101 things are whirling through
our head at once in no systematic order, it is easy to think we have more to do
than we really have. Getting it out of our head and into some order can
instantly help reduce the stress and sense of feeling overwhelmed. Whether it
is finding the perfect presents for the kids or wowing your boss with the
report, write the tasks down.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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delayed, eliminated completely or delegated. Just because it is on your to do
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myself over – if I have something on my to-do list, even if it isn’t urgent or
important at the current moment, I am itching to get it done and ticked off. A
way to help reduce that feeling of having too much on, is to learn how to
prioritise! Number them in order of importance if this helps.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Ok, so the lycra isn’t mandatory but
exercise is. Luckily I am one of those people that loves a good workout, and
getting a sweat on makes me feel refreshed, energised and ready to tackle the
world. It totally banishes that feeling over being overwhelmed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><a href="http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/exercise-and-stress/art-20044469" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: none;">The benefits of exercise cannot be promoted enough and studies show that
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don’t have to pound the pavement or engage in a downward dog for an hour to see
the benefits. Gentle stretching, going for a walk on your lunch break or
enjoying a dip in a pool will be hugely beneficial to reducing your boiling
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ourselves – we have fobbed off a job we’re less than keen to do to a colleague.
Perhaps it’s because you can’t be bothered to find out the correct SOP or find
the original email with the instructions, or you think that this task will take
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reduce the amount of dirty work you pick up from others. I am not saying that
you become the office Grinch and never help anyone ever, or that you never
offer to help your partner with the dishes. I am just saying to be a bit
careful what you agree on and when you can deliver it by. See what you can
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stress of Christmas dinner by taking the family out to a restaurant. No
shopping, no prepping veg, no arguments over who got the biggest pudding or the
most pigs-in-blankets.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I used to think sleep was for wimps,
that scrimping on sleep was the way to gain more hours into my day. I read on
numerous occasions that this doesn’t work and you’re not cheating the clock,
just your own energy. Turns out all that advice was right! Sleeping is not for
wimps, it’s for success and productivity champions!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Not at all! In fact I am better off
as I am allowing myself to regularly recharge my batteries, meaning I can
operate at full pace again each day! <a href="http://healthysleep.med.harvard.edu/need-sleep/whats-in-it-for-you/mood" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: none;">It has helped reduce that sense of anxiousness and feeling overwhelmed.</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">When it all starts getting too much,
it is easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. We get the classic case of
“first world problems”…Your niece’s present being out of stock, the
presentation you delivered didn’t quite get the response you wanted, your
partner has forgotten you’ve got the work Christmas party Friday and has messed
up the child care, the restaurant only has a booking for 4pm and that is far too
late for Grandma to eat… argh! It all seem like the end of the world.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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from going insane, take a moment to stop, and ask… does it <i>really</i> matter?
Most times it doesn’t. What matters are things like our health, family and
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">For my birthday, my lovely aunties got me the blogger <a href="https://wordery.com/oh-she-glows-angela-liddon-9780718181505?currency=GBP&gtrck=R3hCZmVuanpRbkhCZXJEcldqdnRFQjZLSkEydGJXRzVEb3hka2FaREJKeTd3Z0RtZnJ1UGRwKzR2dEo1VzFvMnphZUlCRXVFaEtiZVlhNFZLSFNNYlE9PQ&gclid=Cj0KEQiAyIayBRDo4vjdqJrgxZ0BEiQAhOYCYAvl-jFqp-JOWTOnwrkq4F4eVhi_zownT2bt3u-447caAkXc8P8HAQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">'Oh She Glows'</a> cookbook (aka blogger <a href="https://twitter.com/ohsheglows" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Angela Liddon</a>). It is a vegan cookbook, focusing on
real, wholefood ingredients. Sounds right up my street. </span><br />
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the recipe is her <i>“crowd pleasing tex-mex casserole” </i>which I must admit I have
slightly amended and also de-veganed! Sorry. I added left over chicken and added a little helping of grated
cheese on top! But it tastes just as great meat-free!</span></span></span><br />
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into the casserole dish and sprinkle on some cheese (obviously go for vegan
cheese if you’re a vegan) – pop in the oven for about 20 minutes, the cheese
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ago that the health world was warning people against oil and condemning
saturated fats. However, in recent years coconut oil has been in the spotlight
for all the right reasons, being branded as a “good” fat. All kinds of recipes
have exploded onto the scene, from cakes to curries, including the oil as an
ingredient.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'courier new', courier, monospace;">When baking
with coconut oil instead of butter or oils, the substitution ratio is simply
1:1, so for every cup of butter, use one cup of coconut oil. The thing that
makes cooking with coconut oil great is that it can be </span><a href="http://rd.springer.com/article/10.1007%2FBF02873539" style="font-family: 'courier new', courier, monospace;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0088cc;">heated to high temperatures without oxidation</span></a><span style="font-family: 'courier new', courier, monospace;"> thanks
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Coconut oil has
been proven to have a whole <a href="http://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/nutrition/nutrition+tips/10+facts+about+coconut+oil,18271" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0088cc;">range of health benefits</span></a>.
It has been found to improve heart health, increase metabolism rate, promote
lean body mass, manage type 2 diabetes and support the immune system.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Whilst the health
benefits of coconut oil are gaining mainstream awareness, this little wonder
oil actually has a whole heap of other benefits and uses. Here are 9 amazing
uses for coconut oil you never knew.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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You can use it to make toothpaste<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Sounds odd, but
you can use this oil (which is solid at room temperature) as a <a href="http://blog.diynetwork.com/maderemade/2013/08/07/smile-you-can-make-your-own-toothpaste/#sthash.Zhrj26hA.dpuf" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0088cc;">toothpaste</span></a>, fighting
cavities and tooth decay. Studies have shown that coconut oil is a natural
antibacterial and antibiotic, which is great for minimizing tooth decay and
improving oral health. A simple recipe can be made by mixing together half a
cup of baking soda with half a cup of coconut oil. Add 30–40 drops of
peppermint oil for that much loved, minty fresh taste. As coconut oil is a
solid, you may need to microwave it for a few seconds until it’s pourable for
easy mixing. If you keep it in an airtight jar, it will happily last for up to
six months without needing refrigeration.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Feed it to your four-legged friends<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Whilst we all know
that chocolate is not a treat for your dog, coconut oil is! Coconut oil is bit
of a wonder product for <a href="http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/the-health-benefits-of-coconut-oil/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0088cc;">cats and dogs</span></a>, helping
to clear up skin conditions, keeping coats glossy, deodorizing smells and
eliminating bad doggy breath.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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It’s an energy booster<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">You can add a
teaspoon of coconut oil to your smoothies, not only for added flavor and
filling but as a great energy boost. Coconut oil is made of medium-chain fats
that break down easily, giving a quick boost of energy.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Use it as a hair and scalp treatment<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Coconut oil is
fantastic for your hair. Apply it to dry hair and you’ll transform your locks,
treating split ends and deeply nourishing hair, and let’s not forget the
delicious, yummy smell! Just rub a small amount in between the palm of your
hands and smooth over your hair. Don’t just put it on your palms but rub it all
over the backs of your hands too, that way you can apply the coconut oil in a
360 degree manner and not overload hair with the oil.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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It can be used as a moisturizer<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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just good for your insides, it’s great for your skin too. Did you know you can
use coconut oil to help soothe chapped skin and lips and moisturize dry
patches, such as feet, hands and elbows? You can even use it post-shave for
silky, smooth skin.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Use it as an eye makeup remover<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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an excellent makeup remover for the eyes. Simply pop a little bit of coconut
oil onto a cotton pad, and gently wipe the eye area. Make sure you rinse it off
after as it’s quite oily. Whilst removing your eye makeup, you’ll be nourishing
the delicate skin around the eyes. It can also be used on sensitive eyes and it
also removes waterproof makeup!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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It acts as an insect repellent<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">One of the most
widely used ingredients in insect repellent is DEET and although it is approved
by the <a href="http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/factsheets/chemicals/deet.htm" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0088cc;">US Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA)</span></a>, it isn’t great for your skin, can cause eye irritation, and
provoke rashes and sores on the skin. However, I would never advise someone to
not protect themselves against mosquitoes, especially in countries with malaria
or dengue fever. For a natural and homemade insect repellent, mix together 10
parts coconut oil to one part lemongrass or peppermint oil for a skin-friendly,
anti-bug spray.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Homemade deodorant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Shop-bought
deodorants work by blocking your pores with aluminium salts, hence blocking the
route for sweat to exit your body. They don’t actually reduce the amount of
sweat, but instead make the skin acidic and therefore stop the bacteria on the
skin feeding off the sweat. Nice!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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¼ cup of melted coconut oil with 1/8 cup of cornstarch, 1/8 cup of arrowroot
powder and one teaspoon of baking soda. Pop it into an empty deodorant
container or a small mason jar and refrigerate for about 15 minutes. Keep the
deodorant at room temperature as then the coconut oil will be soft enough to
apply on your armpits.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Nursing mothers can use it as a nipple cream<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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cream, breastfeeding mothers can use coconut oil to sooth nipple irritation.
For a simple cream, melt together two teaspoons of cocoa butter, one teaspoon
of olive oil and two teaspoons of the magic ingredient – coconut oil – and mix
well. The coconut oil will help promote healthy skin regeneration and act as a
moisturiser.<i><span style="color: #888888;"><o:p></o:p></span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Want to know the health benefits of coconut oil - read my <a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/coconut-oil-what-are-health-benefits.html" target="_blank">blog entry</a></span></span><br />
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Looking for recipes with coconut oil? Try these from my blog... </span><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/raw-vegan-and-glutendairysugar-free.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">healthy chocolate tart (raw and vegan)</span></a><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/raw-vegan-healthy-blueberry-cheesecake.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">healthy blueberry cheesecake (raw and vegan)</span></a><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/peanut-butter-n-chocolate-caramel.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">peanut butter and chocolate "snickers" bars (raw and vegan)</span></a><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/raw-vegan-coconut-snack-bars-dairy-and.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">coconut snack bars (raw and vegan)</span></a><br />
<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/05/apricot-centred-protein-balls-with.html" target="_blank">apricot protein balls with a coconut crust (raw and vegan)</a> </span><br />
<a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/paprika-and-garlic-chicken-kebabs-with.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">paprika and garlic healthy chicken kebabs</span></a><br />
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<i>This article was written by me for <a href="http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/9-amazing-uses-for-coconut-oil-you-never-knew.html" target="_blank">lifehack.org</a></i></span><br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07333325399927427076noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3644080922637858444.post-62516584124763851222015-10-31T01:50:00.000-07:002015-11-01T01:51:11.935-08:00Nivea BB cream: review <span style="clear: right; float: right; font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I have never been a fan of foundations, I find them far too heavy and thick and I only end up with "cakey-face" where I haven't blended them properly. So when BB creams burst on to the market a few years ago (thank you Korean beauty world) I was hooked. And have been ever since.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">This <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/NIVEA%C2%AE-Daily-Essentials-BB-Cream-5-in-1-Beautifying-Moisturiser-Light-50ml_1392657?cm_mmc=bmm-_-google-_-PLAs-_-Boots%20Shopping%20-%20Category%20-%20Beauty" target="_blank">BB cream from Nivea</a> offers even coverage, smoothing out skin tone, giving a nice even and flawless finish. It looks natural and not cakey at all. A bargain for £5.99. </span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07333325399927427076noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3644080922637858444.post-40071115244725593682015-10-25T13:40:00.001-07:002015-10-25T13:40:22.364-07:00A simple, delicious kale 'pate'<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">When kale hit the health world a few years ago, I feel in love with this green stuff. Ok, so it is a bit smelly (sorry to the peeps in my office) but it is tasty and nutritious, </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I stuffed 4 large mushrooms with the delicious kale spread, crumbed on feta and then grilled until that golden brown colour appears. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I’m crap at styling my hair but great at finding hair products that will do half the job for me. Dry, frizzy and bristle hair is normally what I had to work with but not anymore since I discovered few hair care products that completely changed my hair game.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">My hair care routine consist of four products I use on rotation. Some are budget friendly others cost a bit more but are totally worth it. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">With majority of them I can guarantee that results are instant but sadly only long lasting of you continue using them. For the record I have dry, color treated, fine and volume lacking type of hair. Can it get any worse? Probably I would say.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Let me start with some hair prep and Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Extreame. This is not your usual hair mask since you have to use it before shampoo! This is the best intensive hair mask for dry and colored hair I’ve ever tried in years. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">For best results I damp the mid length and ends of my hair and spread thoroughly working my way section by section. Direction call for letting it sit for 20 minutes but my best results were when I accidentally spend the whole afternoon (about 4 hours) at home in my leopard shower cap. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Shampoo twice if you have to, to remove any residue. I normally follow with my usual conditioner which is a great bang for your buck – OGX Kukui Oil Conditioner. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">On a regular day this conditioner really smoothens my hair and helps me dealing with fizziness. If you color your hair, dry and color damaged patches are unfortunately inevitable. After conditioning I normally move on to towel drying my hair and applying some more hair smoothing agents. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Depending on the day I would normally go for leave in conditioner or dry oil. Ojon Revitalizing Mist really helps retain the moisture in your hair. I normally go for about three spritz (if I go for more it weights down my hair) on damp hair. It smells like tropical vacation and leaves no trace on its existence. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">On days I need to deal with the above mentioned hair damage I go for Alterna Bamboo Kendi Oil. Another great smelling product that does amazing job dealing with humidity and smoothing hair fizziness. Again use in moderation, about three spritz are plenty. As a bonus it makes my hair so silky on touch and glossy looking. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21.3px;">Hi my name is Eli and I blog about beauty and lifestyle over at <a href="http://www.samplesqueen.co.uk/" target="_blank">Samples Queen</a>.</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21.3px;"> I have small fetish to nude sparkly eye shadows and still struggle with my eyebrows, don’t get me started about eyeliner. I review tons of beauty products every month and report back if it’s worth buying, sometimes I report back even if it isn’t.</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07333325399927427076noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3644080922637858444.post-78190580816031572182015-10-13T09:21:00.000-07:002015-10-13T01:23:02.338-07:00Laura Mercier under eye concealer: review <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I first discovered <a href="http://www.lauramercier.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Laura Mercier beauty products</a> and how much I loved them in the run up to my wedding a couple of years ago. I was on the look out for a tinted moisturiser that would give me a gorgeous glow on the big day and I stumbled on their illuminating shimmer tinted moisturiser (see the blog review <a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2013/09/laura-mercier-tinted-moisturizer.html" target="_blank">here</a>). </span><br />
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Another one of their products I have to have is their "<a href="http://www.lauramercier.co.uk/store/shop/Concealers_Secret%20Concealer_prod220006" target="_blank">secret concealer</a>" for the under eye area, for me it is shade 03, but they do 12 shades, so there is a shade for everyone.</span><br />
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Thanks to my family's genes and the tendency for orientals to have quite large bags under the eyes, the eye area is the place I have the most beauty woes. No matter how sleep I seem to get, dark circles seem to permanently want to hang out there! It's like they are squatters - there without me wanting them there and bloody hard to get rid of!</span><br />
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At about £19 for a little pot, this is quite pricey I know, but it actually works and the little pot lasted for ages: I have just purchased another one and I am hoping this will see me through the next 9 or so months.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I also love the <a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2013/09/laura-mercier-tinted-moisturizer.html" target="_blank">tinted moisturiser</a> and <a href="http://likesandlove.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/laura-mercier-bronzer-review_9.html" target="_blank">bronzer</a> which I previously blogged about - check it out!</span><br />
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