They say a way to persons heart is through their stomach, well, that can go beyond taste if you use the right ingredients. Some spices and foods actually activate different hormones and chemical reactions in the body that stimulate dopamine, serotonin and sex hormones.

Oysters –  Amino Acids:  D-aspartic acid (D-Asp) and N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) – raw oysters have rare these rare amino acids that actually stimulate and increase sex hormones such as testosterone in men and progesterone in women. Larger levels of said hormones are found in those with increased sexual activity. Aside from the amino acids, the actually texture, taste and way raw oysters are eaten is even said to mimic some sexual activities.

Watermelon – Amino Acid: Citrulline – boasts sex drive by increasing blood flow to our southern naughty parts. Again, the watery wetness of watermelons and their sweet delicious taste play another factor in their sexual appeal.

Maca – Adrenal Glands – add a tsp of maca powder to a smoothie or yogurt to help support fertility , libido booster and to balance sex hormone production. It is a root vegetable superfood and has been used in Peruvian culture for centuries for stamina, energy and libido.

Dark chocolate – Magnesium, Serotonin and Phenylethylamine – a compound that we have been shown to produce when we are in love. – chocolate with 70%+ cacao can boost magnesium and serotonin levels. Increased magnesium helps ease tension and relax muscles whereas serotonin boosts happiness. Research shows that phenylethylamine is the same compound that is produced when we are in love.

Beetroot – Nitric Oxide – Increases blood flow by helping your blood vessels dilate, this is particularly helpful to increase stamina especially for men

Pumpkin Seeds – Zinc, Arginine, Vitamins B, C, E, D and K – pumpkin seeds are loaded with these and can help improve mood, mind and sex drive.

While a few of these foods, such as beetroot and pumpkin seeds may not feel like the most seductive foods to add a little sexual pep in your step, you can come up with a variety of recipes and dishes with these ingredients in the mix and give yourself that sexual appetite you’ve been craving!

If you are an avid lover of bacon, even the smell is mouthwatering and chances are its one of your go-to morning breakfast choices, the treat doesn’t have to end there though, did you know saving the bacon grease that fills your pan can be reused to take your other dishes to the next level?

Drain the hot grease into a jar or tin can (but be careful!) You can go as far as scraping any of the black bits stuck to the bottom of your pain and adding them to the jar too.

*IMPORTANT* After you make anything with hot grease you shouldn’t be pouring it down your drain anyway, this is very damaging to your pipes, if you aren’t going to reusing your bacon grease, you should be waiting for it to cool, then throwing it away or recycling it properly.

Next comes the fun part and it you can experiment with the grease for new and tasty creations. Bacon grease has a savory, salty taste. Take a spoon full or two for vegetable sautes, to grease pans for cooking meat dishes, eggs or mix in with homemade cookie dough!

You can use bacon grease for more than just cooking. If you have a pooch, add it to dog food, they love the taste and the oils make their coats silky and smooth.

Bacon grease can be applied to squeaky joints or creaks in doorways as a lubricant.

And, if you are camping or having a backyard bonfire, sprinkle a little bacon grease on newspaper to help amp the fire up a notch.

There are many uses of leftover bacon grease, it’s important to utilize the entire animal if you are going to eat them, so why not make the most of it!

We’ve heard about the little black dress that is perfect for mostly any occasion but cut and style plus all the extra accessories and accents count! I have a pear shaped body, meaning my top is smaller than my bottom, kind of shaped like a pear. I found the perfect little black dress outfit and all the extras which could look good on practically any shape or size!

Little Black Dress –

The sleeveless skater dress – this one by Divided is affordable $20 max and has a sexy low dip cut in the back for extra style

The front cut is classy and shows off the neck. This is a perfect balance considering the back is open.

The flair of the skirt is flirty and shows off your legs while keeping the hips and butt relatively hidden

Little Black Heels –  Grab a pair of this shiny black classic party pumps by Bandolino, they make shoes that are comfortable and easy to wear all night long. I’ve danced in these countless times without feeling like my feet were going numb!

The little open toe is a nice touch and they aren’t too high or too low, making your legs look seductive without drawing too much attention.

Little white pearls – keep jewelry simple and classy. I would always opt for authentic pearls but if you don’t have any, synthetic work as well.

You can always tell if a pearl is real by rubbing your teeth against them, if they feel grainy like sand then they are real! If they are smooth then they are fake. Just a little trick of the trade.

A pair of pearl studs, or three tier dangling pearl earrings and a pearl necklace that falls just above the neckline of the dress is ideal.

Little Black Purse – A small black clutch preferably shiny like the shoes would be absolutely perfect, or a small black purse with a slim black strap could work as well.

Beaded purses are elegant and vintage. If you are going for that classic look, you can always invest in one of these beaded bags.

Last but not least – A touch of makeup! Red and deep purples look best with this outfit. You only need a little black mascara and some lipstick.

Lipstick truly makes all the difference and people will be mesmerized by your mouth all night!

I have a light-medium complexion and I use Revlon Colorstay Moisture Stain in Shanghai Sizzle. It goes on glossy and even if the gloss wears off the stain remains so it lasts all night long!

As far as your hair is concerned, you can wear it up or down, a loose bun, a tight bun, an elegant braid, flirty curls or poker straight. Any which way you’ll already be looking absolutely gorgeous in your outfit, your hair will be perfect no matter what!

This outfit always works for me when I’m going to an event or party where I need to be a little more done up for the occasion. Its simple, sleek and chic!

Adult coloring has been on the rise in the past few years, the reason? Well, coloring is more than just a kid friendly pastime, it is also can serve as a meditative and creative practice that can help clear your mind, is easy to do and plus its fun!

You can find printable coloring pages online or you can buy an adult coloring book to keep around all the time and to save your colorful creations. The best part is you can choose what you want to color to fit your mood.

First, choose your tools. I like to color with sparkly gel pens. They are better for smaller outlines but you can choose crayons, markers, colored pencils. Next, choose what it is you’d like to color.

If you want to center yourself or figure out a solution to a problem, try a labyrinth or mandala coloring page.

Having a bad day? Choose a coloring page with inspiring or helpful affirmations:

If you are still having a bad day and want to get out some frustration, they have some pretty hilarious adult coloring pages as well (warning: adult content):

In any case, adult coloring can help you relax, release and help you embrace your inner child, no matter what you choose to color! Have fun and start coloring!

Whether you are an artist, writer, crafting guru or all about business, every position requires some level of creative juice to get the motors running. Sometimes, we don’ have the inspiration and worse yet, sometimes we just feel plain burnt out. Here are 6 different ways to help you get your creative flow streaming again.

1. Take a hike or walk in nature – nature and all its beauty is inspiring to look at it, but its even more inspiring when we place ourselves within it and allow our minds to quiet enough to allow new ideas to come through
2. paint, draw or color – have you ever seen those adult coloring books? If you aren’t comfortable painting or drawing, you always pick up a few crayons or those gel coloring pens and allow your mind to go blank as you fill in the spaces with color.
3. put on your favorite music and dance – let the rhythm take you over, your mind is free and only your body is in entranced by the sweet sounds of music
4. read a fiction book or graphic novel – its always good to pick up and read something creative, it will give you ideas and will always thrust you right back into that imaginative world
5. try something new –  if you always make the same dishes, try cooking something new or if you tend to run on a treadmill to get your heart pumping, try running outside instead. New behaviors can help create new perspectives.
6. Take a vacation day or sick day – sometimes our juices are just simply drained, take a day off dedicated to health and rejuvenation, a little rest and relaxation can do the trick!

Each of these methods has worked for me and each seem to be devoted to clearing the mind, changing the action and spending some alone time in our inner world!

Put away those heavy grains and over-salted snacks – replace with a simple to make side dish or healthier mouthwatering treat – roasted brussel sprouts!

All you need is a bag of brussel of sprouts, a knife and some spices and you are ready to start roasting!

For the tastiest version – try adding a little sugar and spice to the mix

1. preheat your oven to 350 degrees
2. cut the stems off your brussel sprouts, then cut your sprouts in halves
3. place them in a bowl and hand coat them in virgin coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil by tossing them around a bit
4. add your spices! I add a little sugar, lemon pepper, pink salt, rosemary. basil, a touch of thyme and red pepper flakes (for a little extra spiciness!)
5. spray or coat your pan in oil
6. place your brussel sprouts on your pan
7. spray them one more time with a touch of oil for good measure
8. let them bake for about 15 min before shuffling them around
9. bake for another 15 minutes

You will have the perfect bite-size snack or side dish! They are tasty, healthy and absolutely scrumptious!