Top 10 Health Benefits of Kale

Kale greens are my absolute fav type of green! I can eat them cooked down with smoked turkey, I can eat them sauteed with garlic and I also love making kale chips.

Kale is not only mmm-mmm good, but very healthy for you too! If you weren't aware of the benefits of kale, check them out below!

1. Kale is low in calorie, high in fiber and has zero fat. One cup of kale has only 36 calories, 5 grams of fiber and 0 grams of fat. It is great for aiding in digestion and elimination with its great fiber content. It’s also filled with so many nutrients, vitamins, folate and magnesium as well as those listed below.
2. Kale is high in iron. Per calorie, kale has more iron than beef. Iron is essential for good health, such as the formation of hemoglobin and enzymes, transporting oxygen to various parts of the body, cell growth, proper liver function and more.
3. Kale is high in Vitamin K. Eating a diet high in Vitamin K can help protect against various cancers. It is also necessary for a wide variety of bodily functions including normal bone health and the prevention of blood clotting. Also increased levels of vitamin K can help people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
4. Kale is filled with powerful antioxidants. Antioxidants, such as carotenoids and flavonoids help protect against various cancers.
5. Kale is a great anti-inflammatory food. One cup of kale is filled with 10% of the RDA of omega-3 fatty acids, which help, fight against arthritis, asthma and autoimmune disorders.
6. Kale is great for cardiovascular support. Eating more kale can help lower cholesterol levels.
7. Kale is high in Vitamin A. Vitamin A is great for your vision, your skin as well as helping to prevent lung and oral cavity cancers.
8. Kale is high in Vitamin C. This is very helpful for your immune system, your metabolism and your hydration.
9. Kale is high in calcium. Per calorie, kale has more calcium than milk, which aids in preventing bone loss, preventing osteoporosis and maintaining a healthy metabolism. Vitamin C is also helpful to maintain cartilage and joint flexibility.
10. Kale is a great detox food. Kale is filled with fiber and sulfur, both great for detoxifying your body and keeping your liver healthy.

Hope you guys found this info to be informative! As I said, I LOVE kale and will eat more of it just because of the benefits! It helps to know that something is not only yummy but also great for you!

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QOTD!

"Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you greater than any obstacle".

-Christian D. Larson

This 'QOTD' to me is self explanatory!

I often always talk about how believing in YOU and investing in YOU is so important! You have to know that you are strong enough to overcome, to prosper, to achieve, to succeed, to just simply be greater in all that you do. We all have that inner spirit that talks to our self conscious about our life's journey so to speak, how we want more/better and/or ideas on how to achieve more/better. When that happens often times people will shut down or question those thoughts/feelings which will then place a doubt in your mind making you feel as though you aren't able to concur these things. 

Understand that each and every one of us are built uniquely in our own skin for a reason. To me, that reason is to shine in YOUR OWN light. Bring to life those things you want to achieve, stop doubting your strengths and capabilities. Put your good foot forward and GO. Remember...there's no failing in trying! 

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Artist Ciara Soon To Join The Four Finger Club!

CONGRATS to the happy couple Ciara and Future!!

Singer Ciara got the surprise of a lifetime when her boo thang Future (real name: Nayvadius D. Wilburn) proposed over the weekend in NYC while celebrating her 28th birthday!  

This will be the first marriage for both Ciara and Future. The couple began dating a year ago and appeared to be very much in love with matching tattoos of each others initials on their ring fingers. Guess we should've seen this one coming huh? 

The 28-year-old singer shared a photo of her gorgeous new bling with US Weekly today. See below:

The stunning Avianne & Co. ring, sitting on top of a red rose in the photo, features a large center emerald cut diamond, two slightly smaller side diamonds as well as diamonds on the band.

On Sunday, Ciara tweeted "Today has 2 be like one of the sweetest days of my life! #BestBirthdayEver"

I'm a big fan of both Ciara as well as her fiance Future. They both seem to be genuinely happy! 

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Knee-High Fashion...A Fall MUST Have!!

Don't let Fall pass you by without picking up a FAB Knee-High!!

It's FAB-Find Friday's and I love a FAB Knee-High boot!!! You can be very versatile with the knee-high style boots. As shown above paired with some faux leather shorts, you could also pair them up with a cute skinny jean, a nice fitted dress and/or an over sized t-shirt style dress & skirts. 

Take a look at these FAB Find over the Knee boots from Shoedazzle.com.

*Kanya* $59.95

*Kimia* $49.95

*Diana* $44.95

*Shonta* $69.95

*Sylvia* $69.95

*Shawanda* $79.95

*Jahmesia* (sale) $42.95 (reg) $49.95

Hope you guys not only enjoyed this FAB-Find Friday but also saw something you liked! If so, head over to Shoedazzle.com to add to your collection of FABness! As always, I've listed the name for each shoe under the pic just in case you have an interest in more info such as other colors and availability! 

Until next time and as always...Thanks for checking out my blog: TwithTally!

Quote Of The Day (QOTD)!

"Never Allow Yourself To Reach The Realms Of Ignorance or Irrelevance"!!! 

What does this mean to you and/or what comes to mind when you read this? Everyone can have their own different perception of course. One's opinion is not right nor wrong, it's simply how you view it! Your view just may enlighten me to see it another way. 

What that quote says to me is:

No matter the situation, stay grounded in what matters! Everyone will not agree with me, everyone will not like me or the way I look, my thoughts, my beliefs etc., and they absolutely don't have to. Sometimes people will have a negative comment toward something all because they disagree or because they just want to be negative. You have to remember that's just their opinion, not a fact. Yes, we are all human and we have a heart which means we may be emotionally affected by it. But, by you entertaining the negativity not only are you stooping to their level of ignorance but you are also giving energy to irrelevance! 

Keep doing you! Keep it cute and keep it moving!!! 

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Vagazzling = Vagina Bling!!

Have you "Vagazzled" yet?

In case you're wondering, Vagazzling is just a fancy word for Vagina Bling! Yup, you read it right...bling for your "lady part"! This is the latest buzz/trend that a lot of women are trying out for their special someone or themselves even. 

How it works:

The service is performed by a trained/licensed esthetician who decorates your "lady part" with stick on Swarovski crystals into whatever shape you like such as butterflies, hearts a name etc., you say it they'll do it! The cost for the procedure is about $50 depending on the spa of course! Now, a lot of people are probably thinking... "Why would I pay $50 for some crystals to be stuck on me"? Well, it's totally up to you and your preference! To me, it's just another fun way to add some spice and let's not forget the element of suprise for your special someone! According to Completelybare.com, this has become a very popular procedure especially for special occasions such as valentines day, birthdays, weddings- for the bride to be, anniversaries, trips to the beach for that cute 2 piece or simply just because! 

What to expect at the spa:

Once there, you will be taken into a private room of course. If you need a Brazilian, that will be done first (the swarovski crystals can only be applied to freshly bare or shaved skin). If you've never had a Brazilian wax before, it consists of removing all hair from the roots using wax. Hair is removed from the front, back and everything in between of your vagina. This procedure does hurt a bit for a first timer, but it exfoliates the skin leaving it clean and hairless, ensuring a long lasting result which is about 3 weeks to 1 month of no hair.  OK, back to the procedure--Next, they will prepare the pubic area by cleaning it with alcohol, Second they will dry the skin, Third They will prepare the Swarovski Crystals in the shape desired, then peel the crystals off. Lastly, they will place them against your skin and press firmly for 30 seconds. Your vajazzle pattern should last at least a week. It's recommended to try and not wear tight fitted pants, the friction will rub the crystals off. Now your "lady part" is ready for its big day. 

If interested in seeing a quick sample demonstration check out the video below:

If having problems viewing this video- hit this link: http://youtu.be/fnDwcSfL2Tw

So, will you be getting Vagazzled? Check your local area to see who does the Vagazzling if interested in blinging out your "lady part"! 

Until next time and as always...Thanks for checking out my blog: TwithTally!

Kanye & Kim K. AKA "Kimye" To Be Husband & Wife!!!!

Congrats to the happy couple!!!

Kim Kardashian is officially off the market ... again:)!! Kanye West pulled off a huge birthday surprise by renting out an entire baseball stadium and asking Kim to marry him Monday evening. What a birthday right?

If you know anything about Kanye West aka Yeezy or Ye, then you know that Kanye went super-baller for the proposal. Internet reports are stating that Kanye flew Kim to San Francisco, blindfolded her, and whisked her off to AT&T Park, home of the Giants for this special proposal. Of course Ye secured the ballpark for the event having only family and close friends in attendance.

Kanye had a full 50-piece orchestra playing Lana Del Rey's  "Young and Beautiful," followed by Keri Hilson, Ne-Yo and Kanye's "Knock You Down", Ffireworks and roman candles exploding into the night sky, and once the birthday girl said yes her friends and family ran out to the field from the dugout, adding yet another element of surprise. How cute is that????? 

BTW, In case you're interested, it costs $35K to rent out the field. I'm guessing he can afford it-lol

Though Kanye went all out, above and beyond with his proposal, he did go traditional for one part ... He got down on one knee in the middle of the field and popped the question with a 15 CARAT DIAMOND RING!!! (well the 15ct. wasn't the traditional part-lol)!!

The engagement comes 4 months after Kim and Kanye's daughter North aka Nori was born,  and 18 months after they went public as a couple.

Monday was Kim's 33rd birthday. This will be her third shot at "til death do us part," and Kanye's first.

Kim the night of her engagement rocking "Valentino" and oh yeah that 15 carat ring!

When Kim was asked how she feels to be engaged, she replied "Last night was truly magical!!! I am the luckiest girl in the world! I get to marry my best friend!"

I know a lot of people aren't really "Kimye" supporters. Me however I like the both of them and wish them nothing but happiness on their journey!

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