Pamper Me Green

By Alegre Ramos * You are pregnant…congratulations!  Like all moms, I’m sure you want to do everything possible to make sure that your baby is healthy, and going green during your pregnancy is a great way to ensure this.  Here are 6 green living tips that will make a big difference in your life and your pregnancy.  As of the writing of this article, I myself am almost 5-months pregnant and I feel great.  Hopefully my tips will help you feel great too and help ensure that your baby is as healthy and happy as possible! Eat green! You should be eating green both literally and figuratively.  Get as many organic, whole foods into your diet as possible (whole foods mean foods that are as close to their natural state as possible.)  Try and cut out any calories that are not filled with nutrients as they will not nourish the baby but WILL lead to excess weight gain.  Eating healthy is probably the single most important thing you ...

By Alegre Ramos Most people can quote the 3Rs: REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE, however, since becoming a mantra of the green movement twenty-plus years ago, much has been lost in their meaning.  In addition to being updated, the 3R’s needed to be expanded in order to make them more relevant to our modern life.  What follows is the Green and Greener 6R’s for green living in the modern day.  The most important thing to keep is mind is that the R’s, both the original version and ours, are hierarchical in their structure, meaning R1, reduce, has the MOST beneficial impact on the planet, and R6 has the “least.” R1: REDUCE: which means reduce use of raw materials and energy by reducing consumption. This is the step that has the most opportunity for reducing your footprint on the planet. In some ways it is the easiest step since it requires no action; however, it does require a mind shift when it comes to shopping. A good way to start on your path to reduced consumption is to give yourself a “consumer time-out” when you find something that you like but don't need. Don't buy the item right away. Instead, go home and give yourself ...

[caption id="attachment_1264" align="alignnone" width="100" caption="Cure in the Canyons"][/caption] Cure In The Canyons III, the luxury-fest for Breast Cancer research, returns on Sunday, October 4th from 11am-4pm at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village to raise funds for innovative medical and clinical Breast Cancer research. Set between sequoia trees and cascading waterfalls Sunday afternoon at the Four Seasons will be filled with the best of lifestyle, beauty, wellness, epicurean and fashion and top exclusive high-end luxury trendsetters, all donating their time and products to fund breast cancer research. For today's economy the price of $60 ticket may seem steep, but not so when it includes a gift bag valued at over $500 upon departure. The first 250 guests to arrive by carpool will also receive a special gift.  Personally speaking, I loooove goodie bags!  No matter what’s inside, I look forward to unwrapping, unveiling, untying, undressing…. Yes!  Goodie bags rule, and this event looks worth the trip out to Westlake Village. Cure in the Canyons honors breast cancer survivors and those undergoing treatment with a very special celebrity hosted Tea Party sponsored by Revolution Tea.  What better way to feel better?  How about the experience of over $1,000 worth of extraordinary free treatments, samples and ...

Run 4 Her Life 5k / 10k for Breast Cancer Research will take place on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 8:00 a.m. and feature a live musical performance by GRAMMY® award-winning recording artist and "Dancing With The Stars" contestant, Mýa. Registration fee is $35 in advance and $45 day of and includes a custom designed Affliction/Run 4 Her Life t-shirt ($82 value), gift bag and all event festivities, including entrance to the concert.  Team and Groups are also encouraged to participate.  Please visit www.Run4HerLife.com for additional details and to register. The Americana at Brand, located in the heart of downtown Glendale, will offer entrants and guests a variety of live entertainment, expo and post-event party. In addition to the competitive 5k / 10k races the event also offers a 5k Family Fun Run / Walk. "Caruso Affiliated is honored to support this inaugural event and its critical mission of funding for breast cancer research. Our team is working hard to ensure that it also will be a delightful day for the entire family," said Rick Caruso, president and CEO, Caruso Affiliated. To get in shape for the October 2009 Race, lululemon athletica Glendale will conduct complimentary Sunday morning fitness classes at The ...

Where do fabulous divas play? Everywhere! And where do they get ready to play? At Face to Face LA! Rumor has it that golden bunny Kendra Wilkinson loves her spa days! She spent yesterday at this fantastic facial space filled with tanning, manicures, pedicures, facials and massages. According to eonline.com: Kendra said "the bride should be really spoiled and be treated like a queen, and that's how I'm feeling right now!" Bridesmaid Brittany Binger is worried about fitting into her dress after all the desserts and champagne...but not enough to skip the sweets! "We're all just eating. I don't care!" she said. Kendra’s nuptials are scheduled for this weekend at the infamous Playboy mansion. The fabulous facials from Face to Face LA Salon will surely bring out her inner glow on this important day. And while everyone will stare and wonder how Kendra does it, this diva’s secret is safe with us. For a special discount at Face to Face LA, mention the code: TRAVELINGDIVA.COM  and receive a true diva’s treatment from either Marianne or Robert. Face to Face LA www.facetofacela.com 11331 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 2a Studio City, California, 91604 818.505.0107