Tea Buddy: Unique and cute tea infusers

Thank God it’s Friday, typically if it’s the weekend we share some unforgettable and favourite finds on forums and apps. Today I’m going to reveal Instagram worthy tea infusers that I found.  A week before I started my three weeks tea detox, I went on a mall and cyber hunting shopping to get myself a tea infuser. The detox tea which I used was a loose leaf one so I really need something to use to help me achieve flatter tummy in 3 weeks! Among the ones I saw, here are my favourites:

Ouch! but he is cute, $25 at Takashimaya Dept Store

Mr. Tea from gvdeal $5

Heart Shape Infuser, $8 online via dolphinz

Tea Sub, $10

Umbrella, $9

Duckie, $10

For cat lovers!

Pug in Mug

Swinging girl tea infuser

This one is healthy!

Ikea, 2 for $3

Strong brew tea infuser

Lemon Tea Infuser, $3.90 from gingerbud, there is one in
strawberry shape too!

Tea shirt

Too bad I can’t get all of them, but just in case you know somebody who is a tea lover, I suggest you might want to get one of these for them, especially now that the Holidays are near!

Happy Friday loves!

xoxo,

Clyde

Well Being Wednesday: My Oil Pulling Experience

Lovely Wednesday ladies, today I’m going to share to you my Oil Pulling experience.  You know I would try almost anything especially when it comes to staying healthy, beauty regimen, product or treatments. But first, what is Oil Pulling?

Oil Pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic dental technique that involves swishing a tablespoon of oil in your mouth on an empty stomach for around 10-20 minutes. This action supposedly draws out toxins in your body. When you oil pull, you increase the production of saliva and the toxins in your saliva get trapped in the oil. This helps improve oral health and also aids overall health.

I'm using this brand, got it for $12

How to do it?

• Pick an oil- Most people use coconut oil, because it has a strong antibacterial properties. I’m using Organic Coconut Oil.
• Take a tablespoon of it and swish it for about 10-20 mins.  This is best done first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach. Think of it as a natural mouth wash.
• After 20 minutes, spit it out on the toilet or trash, not on the sink as it will clog your drain.
• Swish warm water and brush as you  normally would.

I know some of you might not like the idea of swishing oil, it wasn't easy for me too on my first and second day, gag reflexes a few times, but because of the detoxifying properties and of course beauty, onward I went!  The coconut oil smells wonderful, like macaroon and sugar cookies and oil is basically tasteless, so on my fourth day I was used to it and would actually look forward to do it first thing in the morning.

It’s been two weeks my mouth did feel WAY cleaner afterward, my teeth have been less sensitive to cold too. I don’t know about the other effects, but it claims to whiten teeth, strengthen gums/teeth, prevents cavities & gingivitis,  general body detox, helps get rid of acne and other skin care issues and even helps cure hangover. Love it or hate it, but ladies it’s a thumbs up for me, a very inexpensive way to get rid of body toxins and bacteria in your mouth.

What’s your crazy morning routine? Smile ladies, let me know if you’re willing to try Oil Pulling.

xoxo,

Clyde

Tuesday Tip: 5 ways to get bikini ready

Hello Ladies!  Bikini season is just around the corner, are you summer ready?  The holidays - Christmas, New Year ,Chinese New Year and PH vacay has contributed to my weight gain, and since the 3^rd week of February I been trying to shed them.  Today I want to share to you how I’m getting ready for my summer outfits, below are my 5 tips to help you achieve your desired bod!

  

1. Detox Tea – I tried ThinTea's  7 day cleanse.

( it’s usually 14 days, but I shared it with a friend) Check out their site, they will tell you what to eat and avoid during your cleanse, they also have a free downloadable eating plan that is best when accompanied by their tea. 

2. H20 all the way – after the holiday I gave up soda, sugary juices, flavored water, and cream on my coffee, they all add up ladies. Just enjoy your water, anyway they cost less than any other beverages.

3.  Bragg’ Apple Cider Vinegar – I know most of you ladies will not agree, but even Dr. Oz approves this product, he even calls it the swimsuit slimdown drink of choice. Simply mix 1 cup of grapefruit juice with 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar. The juice is loaded with vitamin C, which will help you burn fat faster, especially during exercise.  I haven’t tried with grapefruit yet, I’ve been taking it with water, twice a day – in the morning before breakfast and at night 1 hr before dinner.  Since taking it, my craving has been less, I easily get full too!

 

4. Share – I allow myself to eat whatever I want once a week, in those cases, I share half of it with a friend! Remember share the food, share the calorie.

5. Exercise – weight loss is 80% diet and 20% exercise, no pain no gain ladies. A 30 minute workout for me is enough 3x a week, or if you’re too lazy you can try the one song work out. 

My personal weight loss journey is a combination of all five listed above, find what’s best for you. I feel our bodies are very unique and that it helps to find what works best for your body.  

Good luck ladies,  have faith, I believe we can achieve the body we want.

xoxo,

Clyde