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Vitamin K2: Everything You Need to Know

Most people have never heard of Vitamin K2.

This vitamin is rare in the Western diet and hasn’t received much mainstream attention.

However… this powerful nutrient plays an essential role in many aspects of health.

In fact, vitamin K2 may just be the “missing link” between diet and several killer diseases.

What is Vitamin K?

Vitamin K was discovered in 1929 as an essential nutrient for blood coagulation (blood clotting).

How do Vitamins K1 and K2 Work?

The main function of Vitamin K is modifying proteins to give them the ability to bind calcium.

Vitamin K2 May Help Prevent Heart Disease

Calcium build-up in the arteries around the heart is a huge risk factor for heart disease (5, 6, 7).

For this reason, anything that can reduce this accumulation of calcium may help prevent heart disease.

Vitamin K2 May Help Improve Bone Health and Lower The Risk of Osteoporosis

Vitamin K2 activates the calcium-binding activity of two proteins called Matrix gla protein and osteocalcin, which help to build and maintain bones (13, 14).

Vitamin K2 May Improve Dental Health

Based on animal studies and the role vitamin K2 has in bone metabolism, it is reasonable to assume that it impacts dental health too.

Vitamin K2 May Help Fight Cancer

Two clinical trials suggested that vitamin K2 reduces recurrence of liver cancer and increases survival times (24, 25).

Foods Rich in Vitamin K2

Vitamin K2 is mainly found in certain animal foods and fermented foods, which most people don’t eat much of.

For more information,  please visit:
http://authoritynutrition.com/vitamin-k2/

 
 

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That’s Not How You Do It…Lol

That’s Not How You Do It…Lol

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Who would choose 2 eggs from the middle of the carton? You start from the end and take one from each row. Lmbo

😦 KT

 
 

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Key and Peele Skat Battle

🙂 Phee

Posted on YouTube by Comedy Central.

 
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Posted by on March 9, 2015 in TV and Movie Sips

 

Commercial Sip of Today – Geico Scapegoat

Have you ever seen this commercial?  It make me laugh out loud every single time I see it.  Hilarious!!!!

“Rick don’t walk away from me”.  LMAO!!!!

🙂 Phee

Posted on YouTube by Geico Insurance.

 
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Posted by on March 9, 2015 in TV and Movie Sips

 

Hair Crush

Hair Crush

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Another cute heart-shaped twistout. Her makeup is also flawless. Love it!

👍 KT

 
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Posted by on March 9, 2015 in Naturally Me Sips

 

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Nick Gordon’s Interview with Dr. Phil

Nick Gordon’s Interview with Dr. Phil

Ok, I have never understood why Nick Gordon was even in Whitney Houston’s household and adopted by her.  Then, when she passed and we all found out that he and Bobbi Kris were dating, it left a bad taste in my mouth although they are not biological siblings.  It just seemed weird.  I’ve heard of step siblings getting it on, but that’s always a hush hush topic among families.

Anywho, I’m even more perplexed about Nick Gordon being adopted by Whitney now that I see his mother showed up and is with him during the interview with Dr. Phil.  I assumed his mother was dead or something.  Someone needs to do some research and let me know how Nick Gordon came into the family in the first place.

Well, the interview didn’t go as planned from what I’ve heard.  It was recently taped and basically turned into more of an intervention instead of an interview and when Nick figured that out, he went bananas.  They say he was so drugged out, he couldn’t form sentences and sounded crazy.  They also say he punched a couple of Dr. Phil’s staff members or something.  An intervention doesn’t surprise me one bit.  Nick was hurt over the death of Whitney as Bobbi Kristina was but he has his mother still alive.  Both of them have been grieving and “self-medicating” with drugs and alcohol to get through the pain which is not good.  He’s now under suspicion of attempted murder and has been banned from seeing Bobbi Kristina so I’m sure he is going overboard with the cocktails.

No one likes people telling them what they should do when they’re grown but sometimes we grown people need that.  This is one of those times for Nick Gordon.  He needs to come clean in more ways than one.  When Bobbi Kris comes out of her coma, I hope she is completely clear minded and stays free of those drugs too.  One thing good out of this situation is that she is able to rest.  That child has been restless since Whitney’s death and now her body is going to be rejuvenated once she comes out of her coma.  I wanna be optimistic about her situation and speak positive thoughts to make them come true.  Nick has been in this same haze and needs to rid himself of it now.

I’m not sure when the interview was taped but they say Nick did go to a rehab facility.

I hope this works for him and that he gets better.

🙂 Phee

Article and pic from tmz.com.

 
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Posted by on March 9, 2015 in Random Sips

 

Liebster Award!!!

Liebster Award!!!

Thanks New Pollyanna for nominating us for the Liebster Award! This was a total surprise and thrill for us to know that you thought enough of us to want to share our blog with others.

Now on to the rules….

1. Thank and link the person who nominated you.
2. Answer the questions given by the nominator.
3. Nominate 11 other bloggers, who have less than 200 followers and link them.
4. Create 11 new questions for the nominees to answer.
5. Notify all nominees via social media/blogs.

Here are the questions New Pollyanna sent to us.

1. What’s your favorite cartoon?
KT: This is a hard one because there were so many. I guess I’ll go with The Jetsons.

Phee:  I agree with KT, I enjoyed soooo many cartoons growing up but I adored the Baby Muppets because of their imaginations.

2. Do you prefer reading/writing fiction or non-fiction?
KT: Fiction

Phee:  Fiction

3. Do you have pets?
KT: No, a toddler and husband are enough to clean up after

Phee:  Not at the time.  I am a dog person but the last 2 dogs we had tore my house to pieces and I had to rehome them both.  I like cocker spaniels.

4. What are you currently trying to change in your life?
KT: I’m currently working on creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Phee:  At the moment, I want to change to a healthier lifestyle too and get to relationship peace.

5. What was your first car?
KT: 1992 Chevy Cavalier

Phee:  1996 Pontiac GrandAm

6. What was your favorite class in school?
KT: French

Phee:  PE was my favorite because my gym teacher in high school was like having  a free fitness instructor and she had me in shape and fine.  I love you Coach Smith.

7. Name 5 movies I should watch.
KT: Silver Linings Playbook, Selma, Wrong Turn, As Good As It Gets, Shaun of the Dead

Phee:  Maleficent, The Wedding Ringer, It’s Complicated, 12 Years a Slave, and Goodfellas.

8. How do you typically celebrate your birthday?
KT: I collect all the freebies I can get and eat some cake. Countdown 20 days! Woot woot!

Phee:  I believe that one day is not enough.  I typically start 2 weeks before and continue 2 weeks after.  I love the freebies like KT.  In Atlanta, they have a website that shows you all the things you can get and do for free which is amazing!  I like to shake it up every year but a cake or cupcakes are always involved and shopping.

9. Which of the 3 stooges do you most closely resemble?
KT: Ummm, neither of them thank God. But, if I have to choose I would go with Larry.

Phee:  Moe also, he was the leader and had a little more sense than the other 2, plus I have black hair.  LOL

10. What is your favorite late-night snack?
KT: A piece of frozen fruit

Phee:  KT is much better than me with this one.  Normally I like a piece of candy or cookies.

11. Tell us a joke you could tell to a 5-year-old.
KT: Q. What did the egg say to the frying pan? A. “You crack me up”

Phee:  Q:  What did the comforter say to the sheet?  A:  Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered.

We nominate the following fabulous bloggers:

4wrdthnkndad
agurlontherun
Curls on the Go
Fairy Meisie
Inventing real life
Moone Rising
naturallyrissuh
Naturally Mia
PHAT Girl Fresh
Seductive Writings from an Erotic Mind
Wine by Ari

Here are our questions to the bloggers to answer:

1.  What color most resembles who you are?

2.  If you were stranded on an island and could only have 10 things, what would they be?

3.  If you had the chance to rub a magic lamp and have 3 wishes from a genie, what would your three wishes be?

4.  When you order a hamburger, turkey burger, or chicken burger, what’s on it?  Do you go all the way or take it all off on the first date?  I’m talking about toppings on the burger.  LOL

5.  At what age did you get your first cell phone?

6.  If you were given the chance to change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

7.  What is your favorite sport and team associated with that sport?

8.  What was the name of the actor that played the dragon in The Hobbit Desolation of Smaug?

9.  Who was the 12th President of the United States?

10.  What is the symbol and atomic number for gold on the periodic table?

11.  Finish the very next line to this song…”I believe I can fly…..”

New Pollyanna, thank you again for nominating us. We hope everyone visits the blogs we nominated because they are awesome!

 
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Posted by on March 9, 2015 in Random Sips

 

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Daily Inspirational Sip

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10 Proven Benefits of Kale (No. 1 is Very Impressive)

Of all the super healthy greens, kale is the king.

It is definitely one of the healthiest and most nutritious plant foods in existence.

Kale is loaded with all sorts of beneficial compounds… some of which have powerful medicinal properties.

Here are 10 health benefits of kale, that are supported by science.

1. Kale is among the most nutrient dense foods on the planet.

2. Kale is Loaded With Powerful Antioxidants Like Quercetin and Kaempferol

3. It is an Excellent Source of Vitamin C

4. Kale Can Help Lower Cholesterol, Which May Reduce The Risk of Heart Disease

5. Kale is One of The World’s Best Sources of Vitamin K

6. There Are Numerous Cancer-Fighting Substances in Kale

7. Kale is Very High in Beta-Carotene

8. Kale is a Good Source of Minerals That Most People Don’t Get Enough of

9. Kale is High in Lutein and Zeaxanthin, Powerful Nutrients That Protect the Eyes

10. Kale Should be Able to Help You Lose Weight

For complete information, please visit:
http://authoritynutrition.com/10-proven-benefits-of-kale/

 

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Crazy Plastic Ball Prank

Ok, let me tell you if I came home and my husband did this,  I would be pissed for about 5 minutes. Then,  I’d play,  but I definitely would not help clean it up.  Lol.

KT

 
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Posted by on March 8, 2015 in Random Sips

 

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When Waist Training Goes Wrong

I know as women, we’ve always aspired for that coke bottle shape but some celebrities take it too far.

Look at Kim Zolciak below. This is ridiculous and it looks uncomfortable and unnatural.  I know that when you take the waist trainer off, your waist expands out a little but omg!

kim z waist

Khloe’s waist training looks more reasonable.  I love Khloe by the way.  I wish I had her body, waist trainer or not.  She’s perfect to me.

khloe waist

Even Kim K’s waist training looks reasonable too.

kim k waist

Now, is this what they’re all aspiring too below?  This lady, Cathie Jung, has been in the Guinness Book of World Records for the smallest waist.  I saw her just this week on an episode of Strange Love and I was so upset at the site of her waist I had to change the channel.  She gets all of her clothes tailored because there is nothing made to her body.  Imagine that!  LOL

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Doctors even tell you that there are health risks outside of cracked or broken ribs but  when has the pursuit of beauty gone too far?  This is one step in that direction among a lot of others.

🙂 Phee

Pics from dailymail.co.uk, yahoo.com, scoopnest.com, cheeju.wordpress.com.

 
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Posted by on March 8, 2015 in Are you Serious Sips