Rachel Ellis

1 week ago | bakingbeauty.net | Krystle Smith |Rachel Ellis

In a large bowl whisk yeast, warm water, and ½ teaspoon of sugar. Set aside for 5-10 minutes. Then stir in remaining sugar, evaporated milk, salt, shortening, egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Gradually whisk in flour a little at a time until smooth and just combined. Do not over mix. Knead until dough is smooth and slightly sticky ,but no longer sticking to your fingers. Spray a large bowl with non stick cooking spray. Transfer dough into bowl and cover with plastic wrap.

2 weeks ago | thenbxpress.com | Rachel Ellis |Sue Miklovic

2/11Scientists are still figuring out exactly how well vitamin D can treat or even keep you from getting the virus. One study showed taking vitamin D drops in the winter helped lower the number of Japanese schoolchildren who got the flu. It’s clear it’s an important part of a healthy immune system. Your body can’t fight germs well if it doesn’t have enough. 3/11Studies show vitamin D may lower your chance of getting MS. It’s a disease where your immune system attacks the central nervous system.

2 months ago | thenbxpress.com | Rachel Ellis |Sue Miklovic

2/13These tiny brown seeds are rich in ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), a type of omega-3 fatty acid found in plants. Omega-3s are fats that are good for you because they can reduce the harmful effects of UV radiation, smoking, and pollution. They can also lessen wrinkles in your skin and improve dry skin. Flaxseed oil, which is made from pressed flaxseeds, is known to make skin smoother and to appear less scaly.

2 months ago | thenbxpress.com | Rachel Ellis |Sue Miklovic

2/10Tai chi uses slow, gentle, intentional movements to ground both your body and mind. You can do tai chi anywhere, including outside. In addition to cutting stress, this “meditation in motion” can improve upper- and lower-body strength, make you more flexible, and boost your balance. 3/10Strap on a helmet and hit the bike path to build strength, work the muscles that maintain balance, and improve your cardiovascular health.

2 months ago | thenbxpress.com | Rachel Ellis |Sue Miklovic

2/9Studies in people eating low-glycemic diets (foods that take longer to raise your blood sugar) show that a moderate amount of pasta isn’t harmful. In fact, participants were still able to lose weight while eating pasta. Bottom line: Aim for whole-wheat pasta –the more al dente the less it raises your blood sugar. 3/9They may be high in fat and calories, but you don’t have to skip them in order to shed pounds.