Peachy Iced Green Tea: Great For Your Diet!

Drinking green tea may help you lose weight. According to clinical studies conducted by Dr. Abdul Dulloo, of the University of Geneva in Switzerland, green tea raises metabolic rates and speeds up fat oxidation. Green tea is also a great immune-enhancing health-booster and anti-cancer agent, with flavonoids and polyphenols thought to inhibit tumor formation.

So here is our easy-to-make recipe for green tea, but this one tastes so good you’ll never guess how good it is for you! A great, healthy thirst-quencher for warm spring days.

Ingredients

6 green tea teabags

6 cups cold water

2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced

Directions

1. Place teabags in a large teapot or pitcher.

2. Put sliced peaches in a saucepan, add cold water, and bring to a brisk boil, then pour water and peaches over teabags.

3. Steep for 6 minutes, then add sweetener (maple syrup, honey or Succanat are recommended). Allow tea to cool, then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

4. Include a few peach slices in each glass and serve with a spoon, garnished with a sprig of mint, if you like.

Makes 6 servings.

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How to for College Students!

During these transition months from winter to spring, it can be hard to maintain your style and comfort while walking to each class with this unpredictable weather. Here are a few trends to keep you fashionable and prepared for any forecast while walking across your campus! These eye-catching pieces will make you the envy of all your peers! See below a few cost efficient campus fashion trends:

Oversized Sweaters and Cardigans!

Match them with a pair of your favorite leggings or jeans! For discounts or great prices for your college budget check out: Urban Outfitters, Forever 21, Old Navy, American Apparel, or your local thrift stores (which are the new rave!)

Circle Scarves!

 

Circle Scarves are becoming a very popular trend as well! They come in many different styles and colors. You can find them almost anywhere!

Blazers!

Blazers are a must have staple piece for every closet! They can be paired with almost anything, your favorite jeans, leggings, dresses, or slacks! Blazers also work well as transition pieces from winter to spring! They come in many colors and can be found in almost any store. To get a bang for your buck try your local thrift store, but if you’re like me and not a fan of digging try a few of our faves: Urban Outfitters, Forever 21 & American Apparel

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There is a lack of over-the-counter cleansers with glycolic acid, which is needed during the winter season, but we found a hydrating skin facial treatment one that works just like a prescription with less cost.  Gentle, light-lathering cleanser rinses away daily residue, makeup and oil. It also gently exfoliates surface skin to reveal softer, smoother, and healthier-looking skin. Retails for just $32.00.

Ponytail Mania: How to Rock a Chic Ponytail

The winter months are a great time to try ponytails with flare. Below are some chic styles to help you rock the classic yet trendy ponytail:

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