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10 Tips for Easy Meal Prepping
Many people lead such busy lives that they have to make a decision of which is more valuable to them– time, or money. It’s really a tough call, but when you make health the priority, it is an easier choice. Lunch breaks nowadays are used to make phone calls, run errands, and basically do anything BUT take an actual break. I find that if I pack my lunch (and breakfast too) I am likely to take a real break, and I eat healthier too! The added bonus of meal prepping is that you save money. You really can eat well for just a couple dollars per meal. Here are my…
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Santa Barbara Vacation
Californians are pretty spoiled in that we have quite a few major cities that make fantastic vacation spots. Sometimes we don’t take advantage of what is right in our backyard, even though we could have an amazing vacation without even getting on an airplane. I am a native San Diegan and I’ve been a lot of places, but had not yet been to Santa Barbara. I am not sure if I am the only one, but I have the hardest time planning vacations with others. There are always scheduling conflicts, people who are non-committal, and financial limitations. I was getting close to graduation time, and the opportunity to get away…
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A Day at The Ranch Malibu
When I was asked to join a group of fitness bloggers to experience and observe what this wonderful place, The Ranch at Live Oak Malibu had to offer for jump-starting fitness and facilitating weight loss, I was completely excited! Now I can share my firsthand knowledge with others who may benefit from this completely amazing and energizing experience. The Ranch The ranch itself is one very large plot of land just a few miles from the ocean, and just far enough off the beaten path to feel like it is a far away place. The less distractions during this journey, the better! In fact, my cell…
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Metabolism Boosting Green Smoothie
Have you noticed the green drink craze lately? I don’t know when it started, but I think people would juice everything in their fridge if they could! It’s not a bad craze, though since most people have a tough time getting their recommended amount of fruit and veggies each day. I personally do not have a juicer, just a blender. This works just great for me, and I can gain all the same benefits without missing the fiber. Long ago when I discovered dark leafy greens could be added to blended drinks with no detected flavor, I was amazed! This drink is all about boosting the metabolism and detoxing. Kale…
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The Naturalist Lifestyle | Babafemi
I was fortunate enough to have a few moments with Babafemi to talk about his lifestyle. From his Instagram (IG name: baba_juice) photos, it is obvious to see a very inspiring journey to become an intentionally nutritious eater. He’s conscious, proactive, and he gets results. I really enjoyed interviewing Babafemi, so I hope you enjoy reading about his lifestyle! Q1: Where are you from originally? A1:My name is Babafemi Ojudun and I am Nigerian. Q2: What was your health like growing up? How much attention did you pay to eating healthy foods? A2: Growing up I never had any life threatening ailments, however I was always a little chubby. I…
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Daniel Fast: My Top Picks
Though I’m still getting used to saying, “2013” I’m happy to live to see another year! Many people like to reset their body for optimal health by doing a fast. Fasting has varying levels– no water or food, no food, or even just abstaining from certain foods. Almost every year I participate in a 21 day Daniel Fast which can really vary from person to person. It is a great alternative for those who cannot do a full fast for medical reasons such as needing to take medication or issues with blood sugar. You still receive many benefits from this. Though I don’t believe it is mentioned, during this time…
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The Divine Hostess: A Guide to Cooking, Hosting, & Healthy Living
After a lot of hard work, I am happy to announce the arrival of my first book! Thank you everyone for your encouragement and sharing in my excitement on this journey. The book embodies my philosophy of eating well and living well. It’s not simply a cookbook-but it is instead a cooking handbook that assists with understanding herbs and spices, cooking techniques, and simple ways to entertain in groups.This book is great to have on hand when cooking and makes a fantastic gift. I hope you enjoy reading it! With love, Fifi How to Get the Book The book is now available in my eStore at www.divinehostess.bigcartel.com *Signed copies available. …
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Merry Christmas!
A merry, merry Christmas and happy holidays! **** I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Whether you are enjoying quiet time at home, or in a noisy bustling house full of family, I pray that it’s just the rest you need as we all get ready to celebrate the holidays and ring in the new year. If you are traveling, be safe and if you do not have to go far, that is nice, too 🙂 Feel free to check out the posts from Thanksgiving to assist with your holiday cooking as well. Look forward to more posts, videos, and an exciting giveaway in the…
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The Food Snob Society: A Blogger's Rant
Terms like “healthy” or “diet” or “natural” mean little more than the start of controversy these days. We heard them when we were young and in school and we learned of the food pyramid, but as time has gone by, these words are tricky. Natural is little more than a battle of semantics because there are naturally derived foods that are probably no better for your body than illegal substances. What does “no msg added” mean? Does that mean there is already msg, but the current company who is preparing my food didn’t add any additional msg? Maybe I need a law degree to decipher what to eat. As I…
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36 Ways to Relieve Stress
While I love the holidays, it seems like it is the most stressful time of year. If you are student, finals are near and if you are a working professional, you have more deadlines than you can count. Parents have to juggle their busy schedules with children being on vacation and the list goes on… Maybe you can relate to how I look here: What do you do to decompress? Sometimes, I am too stressed to undo the stress. It doesn’t make much sense, but it is true. As I work on my computer to finish reports, I find my shoulders hunched, neck tense, eyes strained and I wonder how…
