We all dread that time of the month when “Aunt Flow” pops by for her monthly visit. Just like an unwanted guest, she’s comes with a ton of baggage otherwise known as menstrual cramps. We find ourselves pigging-out during this time due to cravings or not knowing whether we’re hungry or full. So why not snack on some foods that are healthy for you and work to relieve strong menstrual cramps?!

Great foods to try include:

Pineapples: They contains bromelain, which is an enzyme that aids menstrual cramping by relaxing the uterine muscles.

Low-fat Yogurt: Rich in calcium, yogurt helps by reducing the pain and assisting the body in a natural muscle tone.

Raspberries: Great in fiber which help maintain the body’s hormonal balance.

Eggs, Salmon, Tuna, Romaine Lettuce, Walnuts: All are substantial sources of Omega-3 fats. Not only is it a healthy fat, but the acids help relax the uterine muscles by acting as an anti-inflammatory agent.

Broccoli: Contains a lot of magnesium which is also a great muscle relaxant for your menstrual cramps.

So eat up ladies! Why not get the best of both worlds?!

Your face is the first thing people see, so in this winter weather it is detrimental that you take care of it. You don’t have to spend tons of money on high-end brands and products to keep your skin looking flawless and refreshed. Spend a few minutes to make and use this made-from-scratch exfoliating scrub to keep your face glowing and moisturized. Yes, men you can make and use this too!

Ever so often it’s important for us to update our fragrances (like our wardrobes) and keep our scents fresh and exciting. Paco Rabanne’s ‘Lady Million’ is our choice for this winter season! It’s everything you could ask for in a bottle of gold. It’s sweet, vibrant, and sexy; with notes of Neroli, Bitter Orange, Sambac Jasmine Absolute, Orange Flower Absolute, Raspberries, Gardenia, Patchouli, Honey, and Amber. This sensual fragrance lasts for hours and comes in a beautiful gold plated bottle. Lady Million will have the ladies asking what you’re wearing and the fellas wanting to be close to you!

You can find Paco Rabanne’s Lady Million at your local Sephora, priced at $26.90

Tired of that brisk, burning feeling medicated lip balms give you? Well ladies, here’s a GREAT solution. ‘Baby Lips’ by Maybelline was sent directly to us by the beauty gods! Not only does it give you 8 hrs of hydration, but it also keeps your lips in tact by making your lips:

• 82% visibly less dry
• 94% less rough
• 77% more supple
• 77% better looking

The best part is that it comes in several different colours and flavours that gives your lips a tint of colour as if you were wearing lipstick or lipgloss!
You can find ‘Baby Lips’ at your local Walmart for just under $4.

Christmas will be here ‘in the blink of an eye’ and you’re still stuck on what to get your special someone. Well here are five great gift ideas to get your boo for the holidays that they’ll actually use!

LADIES

Make-Up
Sephora Collection Makeup Studio Blockbuster – $49.50 CDN
Participating Sephora locations

Fragrance
Marc Jacob Roller-ball Trio – $48
Participating Shoppers Drug Mart locations

Skin
Clarisonic Mia Skin Cleansing System – $119-$129
www.SpaBoutique.ca

Hair
KeratinPerfect 30-Day Brazilian Hair Smoothing System Deluxe Edition – $235
Exclusively at Participating Sephora Locations

Home Workout
“The Yoga Body Diet: Slim & Sexy in 4 Weeks (without the stress)” By Kristin Schultz-Dollard – $17
Indigo Bookstore Locations, www.chapters.indigo.ca

MEN

Fragrance
Gucci’s Guilty Pour Homme Gift Set – $76
Participating Sears Locations, www.sears.ca

Facial
HQ9/53 Philips Three Shaving Heads – $58
Participating Walmart Locations, www.walmart.ca

Smile
Go Smile Smile Whitening System – $89
Participating Sephora Locations, www.sephora.com

Fitness
Withings Wi-Fi Body Scale – $168 USD
www.withings.com

Home Workout
The Men’s Health Home Workout Bible: Over 400 Exercises–No Gym Required – $28
Indigo Book Locations, www.chapters.indigo.ca