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I've been practicing and teaching intuitive energy work, Thetahealing®, and Reiki and providing spiritual guidance for over 10 years. Something that has come to my attention consistently is the lack of love men and women have for themselves and their bodies. So many women I work with come to me operating under the assumption that everyone else is more important and should come first. Whether this is a subconscious cultural belief or a very pronounced cultural belief, many women are taught to put men, children, and other's needs before their own. Women are taught that self love and self care are selfish acts.

Women have also been taught throughout the ages and across the globe that the less space they take up, the better - would a woman consciously choose to wear a girdle or bind her feet? As a result, I have seen woman after woman come to me with body image issues. They believe that curves are not OK and there is never enough weight lost. They're trying to reach a "thin" goal that's abstract, unattainable, and unrealistic. We are haunted by a need to look like the women in the fashion magazines - women that diet themselves down to below weight, for the camera, without regard to their health.

Men also have their own set of social pressures. They are taught that to be a man means being the main bread winner. They've been taught for centuries that it's weak to express or show emotion. They're also being portrayed as the disrespected, incompetent dad more and more by the media. Male obesity is currently on the rise as we go deeper into an age of texting and email and less and less personal interaction.

Loving ourselves starts on the inside, with the outside being a reflection of that self love, or lack thereof. With so many obese men and women now on the planet, what is it that we're truly looking at? Is it just that our national diet is unhealthy, or is it a much deeper issue? Are we eating to meet our physical needs or are we eating to meet our emotional needs, having exchanged food for love in this country?

For over ten years, I've worked with both male and female clients providing specific spiritual affirmations, tools, and spiritual guidance to increase their self love and to clear their negative beliefs about themselves. I've taught women's empowerment workshops and provided holistic tools and classes for clients to move through their energetic blocks and beliefs. I also work with clients to clear self sabotaging beliefs and behavorial patterns that continuously prevent them from achieving self love and their deepest desires. I work with clients to empower them and instill self confidence, self love, and self forgiveness, while affirming their extraordinary talents and gifts. I experience great joy as I see my clients and students achieve new relationships, marriages, children, careers, and opportunities that are their hearts' desires.

These changes can occur so easily in the client when working with a high vibrational energy. During the session, the client is in an active role of checking beliefs through muscle testing, while I work with my skills and gifts and the client's intention to promote the shift within them.

After and between sessions, I encourage my students and clients to stand in front of the mirror and tell their bodies how beautiful they are and how much they love themselves, to reaffirm all the downloads. Here are some affirmations to say every morning, to get you started:

I love my body.

I am beautiful/ I am handsome

I am extraordinary!

I am a unique, beautiful, and extraordinary woman, and I have a beautiful body.

I am a unique, handsome, and extraordinary man, and I have a beautiful physique

I love myself, and I love my body.

If you'd like to work with Theresa to clear energetic blocks, self hatred, negative behavior patterns, anger, or resentment and to learn more about loving

In recent years, coconuts and coconut oil have begun gaining mass popularity for a wide number of reasons.

Coconuts, coconut water and coconut oil are now available at multiple retail outlets in many different forms.

As a water, it competes in the energy drink market, because it is naturally loaded with nutrients to assist with proper hydration, such as electrolytes and potassium. But the boundaries for this incredible gift from nature, do not stop with revitalizing drinks.

Coconuts, in some form or fashion have now crept into the health and beauty (soaps, cosmetics, shampoos), wellness (dietary supplements: immune support and weight loss), culinary (stable cooking oil and food ingredient) industries as well. In fact, the coconut has gained cultural and even religious significance in some areas of the world (Southwestern Nigeria is home to the Yoruba Religion, for example).

The remainder of this article, however, will focus on one particular aspect that has helped coconut oil gain deep, long-term support. This article will discuss the dramatic difference between the fat in coconut oil and the fat in other common oils.

For quite some time, it was believed that the fat in coconut oil was unhealthy, because of its high saturated fat content, as saturated fat is typically something that most doctors and clinical nutritionists will still scream to avoid. That being said, if those same doctors and nutritionists were aware of what is to follow, they may just scream for people to use it.

The difference between the fats in coconut oil and other oils, is simple. The saturated fat in coconut oil, is constructed of Medium Chain Fatty Acids (MCFAs), also known as Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs). The saturated fat in most other common oils, is constructed of Long Chain Fatty Acids (LCFAs). In fact, the saturated and the unsaturated fats found in most animal (eggs, milk and meat) and vegetable sources (plants and oils), are comprised of LCFAs. This means, that if you are not paying attention to your diet, then as much as 98% to 100% of the fat you consume, may be LCFAs. And, that would not be good.

Glancing at the molecular level, all fats and oils are constructions of molecules called fatty acids. Consumers and doctors are generally acquainted with two methods to classify those fatty acids. The first method appears on the Nutrition Fact panels of foods and Supplement Fact panels of dietary supplements (vitamins). This method classifies fatty acids based on the amount of saturation, appearing as: saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. The second method classifies fatty acids based on the molecule size or the length of the carbon chain within each fatty acid. This method classifies fatty acids as short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) and long-chain fatty acids (LCFAs). Again, coconut oil is comprised predominately of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), also known as medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs).

This second method of fatty acid classification by molecule size, is quite important, because our bodies respond to and process each fatty acid chain differently. This means that our bodies will process the MCFAs in coconut oil differently than our bodies process LCFAs.

It is generally accepted that MCFAs and LCFAs differ in quite substantial ways. For example:

• MCFAs are believed to have little to no impact on blood cholesterol levels
• MCFAs can be metabolized, processed and passed out of the body, where as LCFAs are much more readily and easily stored as fat.
• Excess dietary long-chain fatty acid (LCFA) intake results in insulin resistance. Since medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA) are preferentially oxidized over LCFA, it is hypothesized that diets rich in MCFA result in a lower ectopic lipid accumulation and insulin resistance compared to diets rich in LCFA (1).
• MCFAs do not contribute significantly to weight gain and may promote weight loss. In a Netherlands study, High Fat MCFA diets gained less weight, had less ectopic lipid accumulation than those compared who maintained High Fat LCFA diets (1).

Because of this, it is also widely accepted that coconut oil:

• consumption increases High Density Lipoprotein (HDL... the good cholesterol)
• is rich in fatty acids that have natural antiviral, antibacterial properties
• contains monolaurin which is the same anti-microbial agent found in human mother's milk
• differs from hydrogenated (vegetable) oils, because hydrogenated oils have been shown to contain trans fats, which have been shown to raise LDLs... the bad cholesterol

In closing, please note that there are only a few known dietary sources of MCFAs and coconut oil will continue to grow in popularity as more and more people learn that it is one of the best natural sources.

(1) "High-fat diets rich in medium- versus long-chain fatty acids induce distinct patterns of tissue specific insulin resistance" by De Vogel-van den Bosch J, van den Berg SA, Bijland S, Voshol PJ, Havekes LM, Romijn HA, Hoeks J, van Beurden D, Hesselink MK, Schrauwen P and van Dijk KW. J Nutr Biochem. 2011 Apr;22(4):366-71. doi: 10.1016/j.jnutbio.2010.03.004. Epub 2010 Jul 23.

Article by Tawne Bachus. Originally Published January 11, 2013. Copyright 2013. All Rights Reserved.

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Please consult a trusted medical professional before using the information on this site.

Results should be expected to vary from individual to individual. Also, please understand that you may still need to do other things to treat and support your health in addition to using the information on this site.

SALT LAKE COUNTY

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

While being the Capital of Utah, Salt Lake City is also the most populated city with over 190,000 residents. The Salt Lake Metropolitan area houses over 1.1 million residents and is one of the largest intermountain areas. Encompassed in Salt Lake Valley, once called Bonneville Lake, Salt Lake offers close proximity to both the Wasatch and Uintah mountains.

Host of the 2002 Winter Olympics, Salt Lake City has several ski and snow recreation in the neighboring canyons located within 10 to 15 miles of the city. Salt Lake also offers several hiking, fishing, boating and summer activities as well.

Salt Lake and Utah offers strong employment and education in high tech and computer careers, local corporations include eBay, Unisys, Adobe, 3M, L-3, Micron, Siebel and Telarus. Within the city limits, the University of Utah offers wide variety of degrees, ranking nationally among the medical, law and several other studies.

Salt Lake City Real Estate Market has maintained with help from the strong economy. Homes range from $100,000 to over $13 million.

MURRAY, UT

Right in the heart of Salt Lake Valley lies Murray City. Established in 1903 and has a population of close to 50,000 residents. Murray is home to several retail shopping and activities including Fashion Place Mall, Costco, Sam's Club and Murray Park.

With Murray Real Estate prices ranging from $70,000 to $1.8 million, it has very little turn over when compared to other cities. Murray is one of the few cities that supplies it own power and at a better value than the county.

Murray park is one Utah's largest city parks and includes a recreation center, water park and pavilions. Cottonwood river divides the park from east to west. Other activities include Wheeler Farm's, Mick Riley and Murray Parkway Golf Course.

SANDY, UT

Sandy was incorporated in 1893 and quickly became a boomtown for mining. Several miners and workers support several supply, lodging and day to day services on State Street. After in the 1960s officials fought for annexation of more land from the county and quickly grew to it's current size of 22.3 square miles.

With over 96,000 residents inside it's boundaries and 81% owning their own home, it has become a thriving suburb for Salt Lake. Sandy has several parks and recreation areas, including Dimple Dell, Big and Small Cottonwood Canyon, Real Soccer and several merchants. Located within 20 to 40 minute commute downtown, but is within 10-15 minutes from the major freeways. Sandy Real Estate values range from $150,000 to $6.9 million.

UTAH COUNTY

LEHI, UT

Lehi is located just south of Salt Lake Valley in Utah County and is within 30 miles from Salt Lake City Center via I-15. Lehi houses the attractions Lehi Roller Mills and Thanksgiving Point.

North or Provo Orem area and the gateway for Saratoga Springs, Lehi has a busy main street with individual store fronts for shopping. Lots size for homes range from a condo or small.1 acre yard to large horse and cattle ranches. Lehi Real Estate prices range from $70,000 to $1.4 million with an average list price of $270,000.

AMERICAN FORK, UT

American Fork is a smaller city in Utah County with 26,000 residents, however being surround by the several neighboring cities it does not feel small. American Fork is nestled against the Wasatch front in Utah County with beautiful canyons and rivers.

American Forks has several retail shopping and entertainment, plus several outdoor activities. American Fork Real Estate values range from $110,000 to $1.1 million with an average list price of $240,000.

OREM, UT

Orem is the northern partner in the Provo-Orem Metropolitan, with 88,000 residents making it the fifth largest city in Utah. Set against the east side of Utah Lake and the Mount Timpanogos, Orem was voted 5th best place to raise a family in 2010 by Forbes.

Timpanogos Storytelling Festival, Summer fest celebration and parades in June are local attractions. Local shopping and entertainment include University Mall, Costco and Wal-Mart.

Orem Real Estate values range from $130,000 to $4 mil with an average list price of $250,000.

PROVO, UT

Home to Brigham Young University, Provo is Utah's third largest city with 112,000 residents and 526,000 in the Provo/Orem Metropolitan. Located within proximity of Provo Canyon and Sundance, Provo attracts several visitors each year for recreation and entertainment.

BYU, Novell and Nu skin are top employers. Rated by magazines as one of the top ten places to live, Provo offers a historic downtown and scenic home views from the mountain side.

Historic homes date back to the 1850's near the city center. Provo Real Estate values range form $77,000 to $4.3 million. Several investment properties exist around the university for student housing, while further away is more owner occupied.

DAVIS COUNTY

LAYTON, UT

Located in Davis County, 24 miles from Salt Lake City Center, Layton City was established in 1920 and currently resides over 67,000 residents. Layton has immediate access to I-15, Utah's main interstate.

Layton has several retail, shopping and entertainment areas. A large portion of Hill Air Force Base resides in Layton with entrances and gates in Layton.

Layton homes stretch from mid valley up to the mountain benches. Layton Real Estate values can range from $60,000 to $4.7 million.

WEBER COUNTY

OGDEN, UT

Ogden is the county seat for Weber County with 83,000 residents. Most famous for its history as a railroad hub and its historic downtown. Even Eleanor Roosevelt visited Ogden's famous 25th street early on. Still today, Ogden is uses as a major railroad hub.

Ogden has several recreations options including Ogden Canyon and several hiking trails, while its nighttime entertainment is very active. Ogden also has Weber State University, a major University in Utah.

Most homes near city center are Victorian style, while 1950 bungalows surround. Ogden Real Estate values range from $30,000 to $1.1 million.

College will never be complete without having experienced dating. It is popular nowadays that senior high school students have their own way of getting a girlfriend or a boyfriend. But it is not the same with college. A lot of students are busy studying or making their thesis or research papers. Everyone is just not into meeting a dating partner since they are too busy building their career.

College is the preparation of getting into the dangerous real world outside the four corners of an academy or university. College students are too preoccupied with getting good grades that will serve as their passport in landing a good job in the future. But as one popular quote says, "All work, no play makes Jack a dull boy."

Dating is a part of growing up. With a fair chance of meeting different people while staying in a university, it is possible to find the perfect dating partner for you. Dating in college is a lot different from dating in high school. Everything seems to be pretty serious during college rather than their high school years. So here are some of the tricks of getting a date in college:

1. Give out mixed signals. Giving out a mixed signal is very simple yet effective. It is whenever a girl cannot figure out whether you like her or not. It sounds a little obvious but most of the college guys do not know how to correctly give off mixed signals to the girl that they like. Adding unsure words at the end of every sentence that you say while conversing with a girl is the best way to start messing with a girl's brain.

2. Break college girl stereotypes. There is a vast majority of college students being named with stereotypes. It is important that you break this and avoid fitting in with their style just to keep up with them. Being unique is one of the things that will give you an edge in dating college girls or boys.

3. Speak out and never be afraid. Most college guys approach a girl that they like in a drunken state. Although it is a bit turn off to most girls at first, boys can keep up by giving out sweet gestures like giving flowers, cards or serenading them. It is quite old fashioned but most girls love this.

4. Never give up. There will be nothing to be ashamed of when courting a girl for a date. Yes. College schedules are too hectic and sometimes, you may find yourself nearly getting drowned with university works. Being persistent is one of the keys of dating. Constantly ask the girl that you like for their schedule to make things in place for a good timing for dinner dates.

5. Never waste a time when you are together. Assure her that every moment with you is the best time of her life. This will give them more memories to cherish and never forget you in the long run.

College dating is one of the fun moments of college. Never waste your time and have fun. You may also join college dating websites which can be easily found in most search engines.

Have you ever wished that you could dress to impress without breaking the bank? What about that absolutely stunning dress you saw downtown in a store window that you know would be perfect for that upcoming date, party, or even that wedding you dread attending because you will be the only single girl there without a date? You know that this dress would be the one that everyone would still be talking about even weeks after the event. The only problem? The price tag... the dress is from Badgley Mischka and the price is way out of your simple budget and unlike anything you already own in your closet space. You know you could splurge a little on the shoes to match, but you simply can't afford the whole outfit! We all know the problem well, however, over the last few years there has been an emergence of companies who offer rentals on designer fashion for a fraction of the price.

These companies can offer you the ability to rent the dress of your dreams for any event of your choosing, even if it's just that first date with the new significant other! With this new trend, dress rental companies allow you to browse their online stores for the type of dress you want, then select it for rental and wear it at a fraction of the cost you would have to spend to buy the real deal that the designer created. That Badgley Mischka gown you spied in the window for a fortune can now be rented for a fraction of its actual value.

With an online dress rental service you can have some of the top designer bridal dresses too. Many companies offer services that can be sent to you on the same day or the following day. If your event is over a month or two away they also offer the ability to reserve in advance. This can cut the stress and hassle out of shopping last minute. Some companies can even provide you with the size you want as well as a backup size - so you can be sure of the proper fit. Normally once you're rental period is up, you return the item by mail envelope that was sent along with it when it arrived. This means that while people will still be talking about your traffic-stopping look for days and even weeks after the event, you will have already returned your rental and be sitting pretty and realising that online dress rental is a great way to save money on one-time designer wearing.

Are you one of those people working in the medical profession who is becoming sick and tired of wearing the same uniform to work? It is quite obvious that the routine a doctor, veterinarian, or nurse takes each and every single day at work can actually become very boring and dull. However, that comes in as a normal consequence because you've done the same thing for perhaps more than a decade already. But what's unacceptable is the fact that wearing the same uniforms your entire career.

For some, there is a great and a dire need of improving their clothing while at work, and this is especially true for medical and veterinary scrubs. We have come to think of scrubs as one of the oldest and most common uniforms related and connected to those working in clinics and hospitals. However, the unfortunate thing is that the way they are worn is becoming dull and uninteresting. It seems like there is a large room intended to change.

Veterinarians and those who work in the veterinary field for instance need something to cheer up their personalities and sense of style in their uniforms. In fact, it's not just about wearing something comfortable anymore. What they need is something that is comfortable, durable, and stylish at the same time.

If this is the case, what these people should be looking out for are a vet tech scrubs. One of the most practical benefits of wearing vet tech scrubs is that you get to erase the problem of choosing what to wear for work each and every day. Instead, what you get is a set of uniform that has the style and fashion sense equal to casual getups and clothing you wear every day. It is no longer true that med and vet scrubs are plain old whites with no sense of style at all.

Put in mind that you can always look for attractive looking vet tech scrubs online and the amount or number of options you have is almost unlimited. It means that you no longer have to settle for local stores and mall supplies that are either outdated or lacking. The best thing about purchasing vet and med scrubs online is that you get the most reasonable and practical deals with low and inexpensive prices. Not only that, you also get to choose many different types and designs.

Now finding ways to purchase vet tech scrubs online is plain and simple. All you have to do is search online for the product you're planning to shop; in this case, vet tech scrubs. By pushing the search button, you will be amazed at how many sellers and dealers are thriving online. Each of them provides a distinctive offer that is mostly and likely better and more reasonable than what you would normally get in local stores and malls.

But always remember that in purchasing vet tech scrubs, choose the right color and design for your company's preference. Never intend to get too fancy or pick colors that do not complement well with your own personality or style.

With the help of innovative printing technology, manufacturers are able to mimic the surfaces of wood and stone on ceramic. The latest trend in the tiling industry is to use the digitally printed permanent ceramic images on ceramic wall tiles. From the last one or two years, manufacturers are producing wall tiles with permanent images with amazing textures and sparkle. Realistic images are produced by these manufacturers, which results in a designer space on the walls of our living rooms, dining rooms etc. These images are produced with any desired finish according to the design ideas of homeowners. These unique tiles are also known as digital ceramic tiles. These tiles are surpassing the sales of glass, stone or metal finish wall tiles.

As the use of large format tiles is fashionable today, manufacturers are creating images on large tiles with clean and sophisticated images with desirable finishes. Large format tiles look good on floors too, which means that ceramic digital images look great on large floors. Create focal points with these images at the centre of the floors for an amazing look. Ultra-thin tiles are also in vogue now. These reduce costs during installation and transport. They are easier to manage than the thicker counterparts as they cut easily and are lighter in weight.

Ceramic wall tiles are manufactured in many complex shapes like waves, circles, uneven shapes, etc. You also will find the normal geometrical shapes like the pentagon, octagon, hexagon, rectangle and square. Digital images are printed on all these shapes for unique patterns on walls. The present day grouting technology is producing special effects on the tiles. The new techniques of grout reflect glitter and bold hues for a higher visual impact.

Another newer version of tiling technology on ceramic tiles is the nano polish. These special materials are formulated with nano particles that are linked into a silicon matrix. These particles form an invisible layer on the tiles, which gives them excellent dust and water repellent properties. As they do not attract any dust, these do not harbour any bacteria and thus are hygienic. Such surfaces do not get spoiled by spills of food, beverages and any other liquids. They are very easy to clean and stay new for a very long time.

Digital ceramic wall tiles and the nano polished surfaces are the best options for modern homes, where people are pressed for time. These surfaces look amazingly stylish and are very easy to maintain. Create images of modern landscapes or effects of modern paintings with varied textures on the walls of your home.