TIP: The ocean has a large amount of negative ions.  Negative ions also increase endorphins and contribute to the uplifted mood felt by the sea.  Negative ions are also fabulous for your skin and a must for overall health.

TIP: Moisturize your cuticles with natural lotion, or better yet your favorite oil treatment on a regular basis.  Argan oil or almond oil work great.  If your cuticles are prone to infection, put a few drops of pure lavender oil into your base oil before applying to your cuticles.  Lavender contains natural anti-bacterial agents.

TIP: Fresh or frozen blueberries contain natural antioxidants.  Blueberries are a natural ‘super-food’ and have great anti-aging and skin revitalizing properties.  As always, choose organic.  

TIP: Asian pears comes in many varieties and are more fragrant and harder than traditional pears.  Choose an unbruised and fragrant pear.  Asian pears are hard like apples when ripe and are ready to eat when you buy them.  The “Hosui”variety (meaning abundant juice) is my favorite!

TIP: Peppermint tea is a great Summer tea option.  Drink hot or cold for it’s cooling and digestive properties.

TIP:  Always buy organic olive oil in a dark glass bottle. There are many different flavors of olive oil and it’s delicious to to try a different one every time. Drizzle your olive oil on your food only after preparation as it not the most stable oil to use at high temperatures.

The best way to take care of anything is ‘prevention’.  Split ends alert is more so in the hot Summer months when you are putting your hair up often and are in the hot sun. Also, another culprit are the Winter…

TIP:  The Summer months can create stagnation making air pollution worse in the congested cities. Look into proper indoor air purification which will improve your breathing and sleep. Watch for ‘bad air days’ on the news and stay indoors as much as possible on these days.

TIP: Eat watermelon in between meals to cool down in this Summer heat!