Many of you know I LOVE my Bon Charge sauna blanket!
Saunas have been used for centuries as a means of relaxation and wellness. I couldn’t be more excited to do a GIVEAWAY! One of you will WIN my favorite sauna blanket!
IF YOU WIN THE BON CHARGE SAUNA BLANKET GIVEAWAY, THESE ARE SOME BENEFITS:
Improved cardiovascular health
Regular sauna use has been linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attacks and strokes. The heat generated by the sauna causes the blood vessels to dilate, which increases blood flow and helps to lower blood pressure. This effect is particularly beneficial for those who have high blood pressure or are at risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
Enhanced immune system
The high temperature in saunas creates an environment that stimulates the body’s immune system, leading to an increase in the production of white blood cells. This can help improve the body’s ability to fight off infections and diseases, making regular sauna use a great way to stay healthy.
Improved cognitive function
Studies have shown that regular sauna use can lead to improved cognitive function, including better memory and concentration. The heat generated by the sauna has been found to increase blood flow to the brain, leading to improved brain function.
Better skin health
The heat and steam from saunas can help improve skin health by opening up the pores and promoting sweat production. This helps to remove toxins and impurities from the skin, leading to a brighter and clearer complexion. In addition, regular use of sauna can also help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Reduced stress and anxiety
Saunas are known for their relaxing and calming effects, which can help reduce stress and anxiety. The heat and steam generated by the sauna can help lower cortisol levels, which is the hormone responsible for stress. This can lead to a greater sense of calm and relaxation, making regular sauna use an effective way to manage stress and anxiety.
In conclusion, regular use of sauna can provide a range of benefits that extend beyond just relaxation and detoxification. From improved cardiovascular health to enhanced cognitive function, saunas offer a wide range of benefits that make them a great addition to any wellness routine. So, the next time you visit a spa or wellness center, be sure to take advantage of the sauna and enjoy its many benefits.
ENTER TO WIN MY SAUNA BLANKET GIVEAWAY
1. Like my Keto private Facebook group called KETO.
2. Follow me on Instagram @mariaemrich and @boncharge
3. Comment below on why you should WIN this amazing Sauna Blanket!
4. BONUS: sharing this Sauna Blanket Giveaway post on your Instagram wall OR Facebook wall and tagging me!
Good Luck! Winner will be chosen May 31st!
WHERE TO GET A SAUNA BLANKET
If you don’t want to wait for the sauna blanket giveaway to be over and you want a sauna blanket right now, don’t miss this amazing offer!
Bon Charge is so generous when you use code MARIA, you get 20% OFF! That saves you $140!
Many of you know I worked at a coffee shop since I was 15 years old. At this cute coffee shop, I would make the best lemon poppy seed muffins with delicious lemon curd dolloped on top! Before school, I would go to the coffee shop to make the scones and the muffins and then after school, I would go back to work. At the end of the day, I got to bring home the cinnamon rolls, scones and lemon poppy seed muffins that didn’t sell! So guess what??? I would make lemon poppy seed muffins to make sure I had some to go home with! No wonder why I was so unhealthy and overweight! Once I was diagnosed with PCOS, I decided to create healthy keto recipes of my favorite things like this protein sparing lemon poppy seed angel food cake!
My recipe for protein sparing angel food cake is only 42 calories and 1 gram of total carbs per slice compared to the 700 calories and 97 grams of carbohydrates that my lemon poppy seed muffin had!
Here is my before photo when I was eating too many lemon poppy seed muffins and this is my after photo. Protein sparing modified fasting helped me get to my goal weight.
My sugar free kids love this lemon poppy seed angel food cake so much!
HOW TO MAKE PROTEIN SPARING ANGEL FOOD CAKE
To make this protein sparing Angel Food Cake, I used a stand mixer! I adore my stand mixer and it is my favorite foodie gift! Find my FAVORITE stand mixer HERE (makes a GREAT gift!)
I also used Further Food Gelatin!
Further Food gelatin and collagen peptides are both excellent sources of collagen. Both their Collagen & Gelatin are sourced from the highest quality, grass-fed, pasture-raised, hormone-free, and antibiotic free bovine collagen.
The benefits of collagen and gelatin are amazing! Just eating my delicious Protein Sparing Bagels helps support skin elasticity & hydration, longer hair & nails, stronger bones & joints, faster recovery between workouts, increased flexibility, improved digestion, and it even keeps you feeling full and satisfied for longer!
Further Food Collagen Peptides dissolve instantly in any recipe, and Gelatin Powder naturally thickens recipes. It’s perfect for making my protein sparing angel food cake; it gives it a chewy bread texture! It also makes dairy free ice cream, jello, sugar free gummies, no bake cheesecake, or panna cotta!
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Click HERE to learn more about Protein Sparing Modified Fasting.
Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Sparing Angel Food Cake
Maria Emmerich
Prep Time 10min
Cook Time 45min
Total Time 55min
Course Dessert, Nut Free, PSMF Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 12servings
Calories 153
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). NOTE: If using allulose, bake at 325 degrees F.
Sift protein powder, poppy seeds, sweetener and Further Food gelatin together and set aside.
In a large clean bowl, whip egg whites with a pinch of salt until foamy (save the yolks for “healthified” creme brule, “healthified” coconut custard, OR “healthified” ice cream).
Add cream of tartar and continue to beat until very stiff (you will be able to put the bowl upside down and the whites won’t fall out).
Add your favorite extract flavor.
Gently fold in the protein powder mixture.
Pour into a greased 10 inch tube pan. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
Allow it to cool while you make the lemon curd.
Combine allulose, lemon juice, 4 eggs and lemon zest in a heavy medium saucepan and whisk to blend; add coconut oil. Whisk constantly over medium heat until mixture thickens and coats back of spoon thickly (do not boil), about 5 minutes.
Pour mixture through strainer into medium bowl. Place bowl in larger bowl filled with ice water and whisk occasionally until lemon curd is completely cooled, about 15 minutes.
Can be made 1 day ahead.
To serve, place one slice of protein-sparing angel food cake onto a plate and top with a few tablespoons of lemon curd.
Nutritional Information: FOR CAKE ONLY 42 calories, 0.1g fat, 8g protein, 1g carbs, 1g fiber P:E ratio 80
“Before: Age 48 Weight: 182 Sizes: 12 BMI: 30.9 Body Fat%: 38.8 IBS, Migraines, sleep issues, lower energy, sugar/carb addiction
Current: Age 48 Weight: 133.8 Sizes: 4/6 BMI: 22.3 Body Fat%: 25.6
IBS nearly gone, No migraines for several months even during my periods, sleeping better, high energy, sugar free since December 23, 2020 (my last cheat day)
Maria and Craig Emmerich, thank you for your continuing education, influence and support. I am completely in love with this way of eating and am determined to impact as many lives as I possibly can move forward! I appreciate the two of you for paving the way for me.” – Casey
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Have you ever had a Strawberry Cheesecake Concrete Mixer from Culvers?
Culvers is a midwest fast food chain that serves Concrete Mixers such as Strawberry Cheesecake and since summer will be here in no time, I thought a recipe for a homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Concrete Mixer would be perfect!
If you love strawberry cheesecake, this easy keto recipe is perfect for you!
HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE CONCRETE MIXER
To make my homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Concrete Mixer, I used Equip Prime Strawberry Protein.
I love that I can make a delicious and easy homemade ice cream shake in minutes and it’s healthy! Packed with protein on those days I don’t have time to cook!
There have been times I am stuck in an airport and I made a version of this Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Concrete Mixer (without the ice). I always have Equip strawberry protein powder packed in my carry on! I seriously do! I have a flight to Bali that is 36 hours long and since I know it will be hard to find quality food at the airport, I plan on making some Strawberry Cheesecake shakes!
Equip is so generous, they are offering 15% off when you use code MARIA!
Please share this YouTube video making my delicious homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Concrete Mixer with your friends to show them how delicious and healthy eating can be!
Strawberry Cheesecake Mixer
Course Dessert, Drinks, Egg Free
Cuisine American
Servings 1servings
Calories 415
Place all the ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness to your liking.
Enjoy immediately. This Strawberry Cheesecake Concrete Mixer tastes best eaten while the ice is still frozen.
I’m so grateful to finally meet Twila in person! Doesn’t she look AMAZING???
Through the years of working with her and watching her lose 270 POUNDS and is off ALL medications! She was even featured on the cover of Woman’s World magazine back in 2020 and has continued to lose weight!!!
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Did you ever wonder why it is easier to gain weight than keeping it off?
The key to this is in the fat cells where a powerful hormone is produced called leptin. Leptin signals the brain to regulate the metabolism in order to store or burn fat.
Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that helps regulate appetite and energy expenditure. When leptin levels are high, it signals to the brain that the body has enough energy and can stop eating. However, when the body becomes resistant to leptin, this signaling system breaks down, leading to increased appetite and decreased energy expenditure. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips on improving leptin sensitivity.
WEIGHT LOSS STRUGGLES
85% of people who lose weight end up regaining weight because the “metabolic thermostat” of the body, leptin, is reset upward automatically. When people lose weight, leptin production decreases, which causes people to regain the lost weight. This protein hormone is derived from fat cells so when you lose fat, leptin levels drop. When you gain fat, leptin levels rise. Once leptin is secreted by your fat cells, it travels to the hypothalamus; which controls eating behavior. Once it’s there, leptin activates anorectic nerve cells, which decreases your appetite. At the same time, leptin stops cells from stimulating your appetite. To put it simply, when leptin levels drop, you get hungry. When they go up, you feel full. Leptin communicates directly to your brain, telling the brain how much fat is in storage. It controls appetite, energy, and metabolic rate. Leptin problems are the primary reason for food cravings, overeating, slow metabolism, food obsession and heart disease.
You’d think that having extra fat stores creates more leptin, but that is where an interesting mystery comes into play. 98% of those who are significantly overweight are leptin-resistant. Most defects in leptin signaling may lead to obesity, overeating and less energy expenditure. Leptin-resistance is similar to insulin-resistance in that it occurs after being overexposed to high levels of the hormone. At this point, the body no longer responds to the hormone. Much like high blood sugar levels result in surges in insulin, sugar metabolized in fat cells causes the fat to release surges in leptin. Over time, leptin-resistance may develop.
Leptin is a hormone that is produced by fat cells and is responsible for regulating appetite and energy expenditure. Leptin resistance occurs when the body no longer responds to leptin, leading to increased appetite and decreased energy expenditure. In this blog post, we will discuss what leptin resistance is, what causes it, and how to treat it.
Leptin Resistance and High Fat Keto/Carnivore
This is also why so many people don’t lose weight on high fat keto or carnivore. Or they lose a little weight then stall. If you are overweight or obese, you are likely leptin resistant so don’t get the “I’m full” signal like you should. So you overeat and overeat on fat means less of your own body fat burned for fuel. You have to dial the dietary fat down so you lose more body fat. Losing body fat will then help reverse the leptin resistance and help you feel full quicker.
What is Leptin Resistance?
Leptin resistance is a condition in which the body no longer responds to leptin. Leptin is released by fat cells and travels to the brain to signal that the body has enough energy stores and that it can stop eating. However, when the body becomes resistant to leptin, this signaling system breaks down, and the brain no longer receives the message that the body has enough energy. This leads to increased appetite and decreased energy expenditure, which can contribute to weight gain and obesity.
What Causes Leptin Resistance?
There are several factors that can contribute to leptin resistance. One of the main causes is obesity. When the body has excess fat, it produces more leptin. Over time, the body becomes resistant to leptin, and the signaling system breaks down. Other factors that can contribute to leptin resistance include a high-fat diet, inflammation, and genetics.
How to Eat to Reverse Leptin Resistance
The best way to reduce your chances of diabetes is to avoid surges in leptin; which is the leading cause of leptin-resistance. Eating the typical American diet, full of refined sugars and other processed foods, is a guaranteed way to cause unwanted surges. Focusing your diet on simple, real unprocessed foods is the best way to prevent leptin resistance.
One food to help with leptin is protein. Protein improves leptin sensitivity, which lowers calorie intake by helping you feel full faster. Increase your protein to at least 30 grams for breakfast and at least another 60 throughout the day. Choose quality proteins like salmon, grass fed meat, and free-range eggs!
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HOW TO IMPROVE LEPTIN SENSITIVITY
1. Reduce Calorie Intake
Reducing calorie intake can help improve leptin sensitivity. When the body has excess fat, it produces more leptin. Over time, the body becomes resistant to leptin, and the signaling system breaks down. By reducing calorie intake, the body can start to use stored fat as energy, which can decrease leptin resistance and improve leptin sensitivity.
2. Prioritize Protein
The best way to reduce your chances of diabetes is to avoid surges in leptin; which is the leading cause of leptin-resistance. Eating the typical American diet, full of refined sugars and other processed foods, is a guaranteed way to cause unwanted surges. Focusing your diet on simple, real unprocessed foods is the best way to prevent leptin resistance.
One food to help with leptin is protein. Protein improves leptin sensitivity, which lowers calorie intake by helping you feel full faster. Increase your protein to at least 30 grams for breakfast and at least another 60 throughout the day. Choose quality proteins like salmon, grass fed meat, and free-range eggs!
Maximize your health goals with these FREE meal plans.
3. Exercise regularly
Regular exercise can also improve leptin sensitivity. Exercise can increase energy expenditure and improve insulin sensitivity, both of which can improve leptin sensitivity. Resistance training, in particular, has been shown to be effective in improving leptin signaling.
4. Get Enough Sleep
A HUGE piece of healing leptin resistance and improving leptin sensitivity is sleep! Getting enough sleep is also important for improving leptin sensitivity. Lack of sleep can disrupt hormones, including leptin, and contribute to insulin resistance. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to improve leptin sensitivity and overall health.
5. Reduce Stress
Chronic stress can also contribute to leptin resistance. Stress can lead to inflammation and disrupt hormone balance, both of which can contribute to leptin resistance. Finding ways to reduce stress, such as meditation, yoga, or spending time in nature, can improve leptin sensitivity.
In conclusion, improving leptin sensitivity is important for regulating appetite and energy expenditure. By reducing calorie intake, prioritizing protein intake, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and reducing stress, it is possible to improve leptin sensitivity and promote a healthy weight. The best thing you can do to reverse leptin resistance is to shrink your fat cells by losing body fat.
“I can still hardly believe how much I’ve changed my health in a year!
God brought me through a series of major stressors but my body was worse for the wear. I tanked my adrenal system and gained a lot of weight. Step one was to accept myself with grace. Then a time came when I really started questioning how the weight was affecting my health. Is this the inevitable path of aging or can I change my future? I chose to go for a new life.
Knowing that I could do better with low carbs, I researched and decided to try Maria & Craig Emmerich’s keto plan. I studied her online courses and books, cooked her recipes, and immersed myself in their online group. I succeeded beyond my wildest dreams!
• 75 pounds lost in a year.
• From size 16/18 to a size 6/8.
• No more heartburn meds.
• Eating delicious food.
• Feeling like myself again, but better.
Thank you so much, Maria & Craig! You’re the best! – Jaya
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Saunas have been a popular way to relax and detoxify for centuries, but not everyone has access to one. Sauna blankets offer a convenient and affordable way to enjoy many of the same benefits of a traditional sauna in the comfort of your own home.
Sauna blankets are essentially portable saunas that use heat and far-infrared rays to promote relaxation, detoxification and weight loss. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but they all work in essentially the same way: by trapping heat and sweating close to the body, which helps to open up the pores and release toxins.
Is the Sauna Blanket as effective as a regular Infrared Sauna Box?
Bon Charge Sauna Blanket delivers full spectrum FAR Infrared Light at the same intensities found in regular Saunas boxes. The huge benefit of using a Sauna Blanket over a regular Infrared Sauna Box is that it does not take up much space, its more affordable, can be packed up and stored away, has better hygiene, and privacy from others and gets much hotter.
What benefits can I get from the Infrared Sauna Blanket?
Infrared sauna blankets are popular for their potential benefits, including:
Detoxification: Sweating induced by the blanket helps eliminate toxins and impurities from the body.
Relaxation: The heat from the blanket can promote relaxation and reduce stress.
weight loss: Sweating can help burn calories, potentially aiding in weight loss efforts.
Pain relief: The infrared heat can help ease muscle soreness and joint pain.
Skin health: The blanket can improve the appearance of the skin by promoting circulation and reducing inflammation.
Improved sleep: Relaxation induced by the blanket may lead to better sleep quality.
How do I clean the Infrared Sauna Blanket?
To clean the infrared sauna blanket, follow these steps:
Turn off and unplug the blanket from the power source and let it cool down completely.
Wipe down the blanket with a damp cloth or sponge, using a gentle cleaning solution if necessary. Be sure not to soak the blanket.
Allow the blanket and cover (if applicable) to air dry completely before storing or using it again.
It’s important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning and maintenance to avoid damaging the blanket and ensure its longevity. Additionally, it’s a good idea to clean the blanket after each use to prevent the buildup of sweat and bacteria.
How often should I use an infrared sauna?
For most healthy individuals, it is generally safe to use an infrared sauna 2-3 times per week for 20-30 minutes at a time. However, it’s important to listen to your body and not push yourself too hard, especially if you’re new to using an infrared sauna.
If you have any medical conditions, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional before using an infrared sauna, as some conditions may be contraindicated or require special precautions. Additionally, pregnant women, individuals with implanted medical devices, and those with acute injuries should avoid using an infrared sauna.
Why Bon Charge Sauna Blanket vs Others?
Bon Charge’s Sauna Blanket reaches the highest temperatures on the market, 176 Fahrenheit. Bon Charge Sauna Blanket also has the lowest EMF on the market, 5x less than some leading brands, making it the safest choice for your Sauna session.
WHERE TO GET A SAUNA BLANKET
We do not have a lot of space at our Keto Condo in Maui so a sauna blanket is perfect for getting all the benefits without taking up space!
What I love about Bon Charge is their constant search for creating products that can really enhance our health and wellness! BON CHARGE products help you naturally address the issues of our modern-day way of life effortlessly and with maximum impact.
Bon Charge is so generous when you use code MARIA, you get 20% OFF! That saves you $140!
Are you a carnivore but are you looking for a tasty way to mix up your diet? My family LOVES my Carnivore Scotch Egg recipe and they can’t get enough of them!
HOW TO MAKE CARNIVORE SCOTCH EGG
To make my Carnivore Scotch Eggs, I used Carnivore Crisps Chicken Flour. Yes! There is now a carnivore FLOUR!
Carnivore Crisps has blown me away year after year! My family LOVES Carnivore Crisps chips! They are a perfect snack to have on a long flight to Bali for my keto retreat (which you should come!). My flight is 36 hours and I have a bag packed in my carry on!
Now there is a NEW Carnivore Crisps Flour so you can make delicious food like my Carnivore Scotch Eggs! ONLY 2 ingredients: Organic chicken and Redmond Real salt!
I had so many recipe ideas to make with this, it was hard to decide… Carnivore Chicken Nuggets, Carnivore Schnitzel, Carnivore Chicken Fried Steak… but we all agreed. We LOVE Scotch Eggs so that was the recipe my family wanted.
If you want to make Carnivore recipes with Carnivore Crisps Flour, use code MARIA to save! Support small business and stock up!
Carnivore Scotch Eggs
Prep Time 10min
Cook Time 25min
Total Time 35min
Course Appetizers, Carnivore
Cuisine American, CARNIVORE
Servings 3servings
Calories 278.5
To cook perfect soft-boiled eggs, fill a medium saucepan half way with water and bring to a boil. Gently place the eggs in the boiling water and cook for 4 1/2 minutes. Remove the eggs from the water and place in ice water for 10-15 minutes. Once cool, carefully peel the eggs and set them aside.
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
In a medium bowl, mix the ground pork with the salt until well combined. Place one-third of the pork on a piece of parchment paper, and, using your hands, flatten it out into as thin a circle as possible. Place a soft-boiled egg in the center of the meat and wrap the meat up and around the egg using parchment paper to lift it over the egg. Secure it closed by pressing the meat together, being careful not to break open the egg. Place the beaten egg into a small bowl. Place the Carnivore Crisps Flour into another small bowl. Dip the pork wrapped eggs gently into the beaten egg, then into the Carnivore Crisp Flour. Use your hands to form a crust around each scotch egg.
Place the eggs on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake for 20 minutes, or until the Carnivore Crisps flour is crisp and the pork is cooked through.
To serve, slice each fried egg in half with a very sharp serrated knife. Place the halves, cut side up.
Store extras in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat leftovers on a rimmed baking sheet in a 400°F oven for 7 minutes, or until heated through.
Doesn’t Katie look AMAZING? I am SO proud of her! In ONLY 3 months she transformed her life!
“I found Maria Emmerich many years ago when I completed The 30 Day Ketogenic Cleanse. Little did I know I was preparing for my daughter.
Back in August she started to complain about stomach pains, which I blamed on being nervous of the new school year. Fast forward to the end of September and it was blatantly obvious there was something wrong.
As a former failure to thrive infant, I was grateful she was growing, even though I knew she was overweight. After several rounds of blood work, ultra sounds, x-rays and specialists (which we are still seeing to make sure she doesn’t have anything autoimmune), she was diagnosed with a severely inflamed liver and fatty liver.
After reading on the disease, I realized that going dairy free, and “clean” keto, would be her best bet.
So, we’ve been making Maria’s recipes from her Sugar-free Kids cookbook and she’s down almost 20lbs and feeling a 10000000% better (the before photo was taken 3 months ago). She was almost into a girl 14/16, but is now a size 8/10. Our new way of eating (Maria’s Keto) has made her feel so much better than she now packs her lunch for school and helps me plan our meals for the week.
I’m so thankful to have found Maria many years ago! She will quickly tell you that we are not on a diet, we just have a new way of eating our way
bellies don’t hurt anymore.
Thank you so much Maria Emmerich! Have a blessed day!” Stacey
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The Department of Defense (DoD) released its Small Business Strategy today. The strategy promotes a strong, dynamic, and robust small business industrial base by focusing on reducing barriers to entry, increasing set-aside competitions, and leveraging programs to grow the industrial base.
“From manufacturers providing the critical parts that we need for our arsenal – to technology companies developing innovative systems and capabilities – small businesses are vital along the entire spectrum of the Department’s needs,” Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Kathleen Hicks said. “Reducing barriers and creating more opportunities for small businesses will allow us to expand, innovate, and diversify, increasing our warfighter advantage, strengthening our supply chains, increasing competition in our marketplace, and growing our economy here at home.”
Small businesses make up 99.9 percent of all US businesses as well as 73 percent of companies in the defense industrial base, and last year small businesses were awarded over 25 percent of all DoD prime contracts. As the economic engine of our nation, small businesses create jobs, generate innovation, and are essential, daily contributors to national security and the defense mission. This strategy will help DoD harness the full potential of small businesses through three objectives: implement a unified management approach for small business programs and activities; ensure the Department’s small business activities align with national security priorities; and strengthen the Department’s engagement and support of small businesses.
“Fostering a resilient and robust industrial base is one of my top priorities,” said Dr. William LaPlante, Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. “Supporting small businesses is not just about meeting a goal or checking a box; it’s about building advantages for our warfighters. All of American industry, especially our innovative small businesses, has a role in developing, delivering, and sustaining the critical capabilities that are required to further implement the National Defense Strategy.”
“Small businesses are crucial to national security,” Director of the Office of Small Business Programs Farooq Mitha added. “Our military depends on small businesses that bring innovation and agility to support DoD’s mission. From providing critical component parts, to cutting edge software platforms, to essential services, small businesses provide support across nearly the entirety of the Department of Defense.”
As part of DoD’s efforts to strengthen support of small businesses, this strategy focuses on stepping up engagement with industry, including providing more tools and resources. This engagement and training effort will be facilitated by the Department’s ninety-six APEX Accelerators located across the country, formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Centers, which serve as a resource for small businesses to increase their readiness, helping them find opportunities to do business with the Department and accelerate their insertion into the defense marketplace.
The Office of Small Business Programs encourages those interested in working with DoD to read a “Guide to Marketing to DoD” on https://business.defense.gov
The Small Business Strategy can be found here: https://media.defense.gov/2023/Jan/26/2003150429/-1/-1/0/SMALL-BUSINESS-STRATEGY.PDF
Winter can be long and dark. Sometimes you need something to help lift your mood during long dark days. Many of you know I am in love with my new sauna blanket and it helps get through winter in many ways!
1. It is great for your skin!
I always notice my skin gets so dry in the cold Wisconsin winters! My feet are dry, my face is dry, my lips are dry, my hair needs extra conditioner. Winter dries up our bodies and leaves our skin dry and vulnerable because of the unstable humidity in the air.
If you spend a few minutes in the sauna, your skin will thank you. Sauna reconstructs the skin and helps moisturize it to bring back the glow you miss.
2. Help your immune system!
Doing regular saunas improves your blood circulation.
to keep you more alert, think about it this way, experts have uncovered a serious relationship between frequent sauna visits and increased immune system. This also includes excellent conditions of the major body organs. There wouldn’t be a better way to keep off sicknesses and maintain excellent health than this.
3. Get rid of the Winter Chill!
You all know those days where it is so cold, it is almost impossible to warm up! I love my sauna on those days where the heat reaches deep into your muscles! It is the best feeling in those bitter cold mornings!
4. A Mini Mind Vacation
A long chilly winter day gets most of us anxious and edgy. Take a mini vacation to the sauna to help your mind unwind and your body rejuvenate!
Especially if you roll in the snow after the sauna (which I loved doing in high school with friends), the hot and cold therapy will give you a huge dose of endorphins to boost your mood!
In the sauna blanket, close your eyes and visualize your body filling up with energy!
5.Increase Deep Sleep
Most of my clients complain of poor sleep. Often times they can fall asleep but they have a hard time staying asleep. Repeated nights of poor sleep means your body gets tired and exhausted over time, elevated blood sugars which leave you extra hungry after a poor night of sleep and difficulty losing weight.
Taking time in a sauna in the morning helps boost your cell activity and brings you a deep good night’s sleep!
WHERE TO GET A SAUNA BLANKET
We do not have a lot of space at our Keto Condo in Maui so a sauna blanket is perfect for getting all the benefits without taking up space!
What I love about Bon Charge is their constant search for creating products that can really enhance our health and wellness! BON CHARGE products help you naturally address the issues of our modern-day way of life effortlessly and with maximum impact.
Bon Charge is so generous when you use code MARIA, you get 20% OFF! That saves you $140!
Did you ever wonder why it is easier to gain weight than keeping it off?
– Jaya
Now there is a NEW Carnivore Crisps Flour so you can make delicious food like my Carnivore Scotch Eggs! ONLY 2 ingredients: Organic chicken and Redmond Real salt!
