Beauty Food: Healthy Pumpkin Spice Smoothie Recipe from Mannatech

Photo: Mannatech

Ah! Good 'Ol Pumpkin Spice...

I'm just going to come right out and say that unlike every one I know, I'm not really a fan of pumpkin spice. Weird right? I know, I know. But, I am a huge fan of Mannatech. So, I decided to go ahead and try it out. And honestly, it's freaking ah-mazing! ♥ (recipe below)

Beauty Food: Healthy Halloween treats from Chef Anthony Stewart

Even though I'm not much of a fan of the colder weather, I do have to admit that I absolutely love Halloween. It's the one time of year I can wear my normal daily makeup and people don't ask "what I'm all dressed up for," and treats. Mmmm...treats. I'm not even going to lie, I have a major sweet tooth which is so not cool when you are a beauty food believer like me. I'm constantly torn. But...after learning that 4% of all candy eaten in the U.S. occurs on Halloween night, making the average trick-or-treater’s bag of candy equivalent to 4,800 calories and 3 cups of sugar, I think that pretty much makes up my mind on what I will be snacking on this Halloween. 

Here are some healthy and absolutely delicious treats you can make for the whole family to enjoy. These treats were created by Chef Anthony Stewart, Executive Chef from Pritikin Longevity Center + Spa in Miami. 

Better Breakfast Month Recipes: bistroMD Black Bean Omelet

 

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I don't know about you guys but I am totally loving these recipes from bistroMD. I can't even explain in words how happy I am when I eat something that tastes delicious and is good for me. And, I have successfully eaten breakfast now for three days in a row. I'm totally not going to lie, I feel fantastic. How about a Black Bean Omelet for breakfast this morning?

Day 3 - Black Bean Omelet

Beauty Food: 15 foods to eat for healthy skin

"Blueberries on branch" by Jim Clark

I love food. All types of food. But my absolute favorite kind of food is beauty food. Beauty food are foods that are packed with powerful vitamins, nutrients, healthy fats and antioxidants. Foods that are not only good for your "health" per se, but foods that nourish your whole body inside and out. Foods that make your skin glow and your hair happy. Here is a list of some of my favorites, that will keep your skin looking fantastic all year round.

Better Breakfast Month Recipes: bistroMD Mixed Berry Crepes

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 So, I definitely thought Day 1's recipe was amazing but how about some Mixed Berry Crepes for day 2? I don't know about you guys, but I am totally loving this Better Breakfast Month deal. Good healthy, breakfast, lots of energy and happy healthy skin. And just like that, I'm a happy girl ♥ 

Day 2: bistroMD Mixed Berry Crepes

Better Breakfast Month Recipes: bistroMD Sweet Potato Pancakes

 

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September is Better Breakfast Month. A super-special month that focuses on the most important meal of the day. Eating a breakfast packed with protein is the perfect way to start the day and will help keep you energized. Plus, you know I always say, "Eating and drinking right keeps skin pretty." So what do you eat you ask? Well, the fabulous Dr. Cederquist and bistroMD have given us some fabulous recipes to share with you all to get you started. 

Day 1: Sweet Potato Pancakes (you could totally get used to this breakfast thing now...right?)

@TojiLife #Giveaway #Winner - Is it you?

Alright ladies,I have a winner for the Toji Life giveaway!

Congratulations to R. Vigil! You are the lucky winner of a 90-day supply of Toji Life hair vitamins. I have been using these now for a few months and I absolutely love them. The nightmare hair I have been posting about for the last four years is finally starting to become fabulous thanks to Toji Life. I just know you're gonna love these! 

We randomly pick winners for our giveaways but I would also like to give a shoutout to Karissa! Girl, you are fabulous! Thanks so much for sharing and supporting this giveaway, and including us in your tweets and posts. If this would have been a post-to-win contest, it most definitely would have been you. You Rock! ♥ 

Hungry Girl’s Summer Slim-Down Snacks – Plus an awesome Hungry Girl Gift Basket Giveaway!

Six Snacks No Girl Should Leave Home Without

Spring has officially sprung, which means summer is right around the corner. Whether you’re at work, on the road, or running errands, don’t forget to pack these snacks to keep up with your summer slim-down routine. (Because who knows what crazy-fattening items you’ll encounter along the way!)

100-Calorie Packs of Nuts: A bag of portion-controlled nuts is a fantastic snack – filling, loaded with nutrients, AND easy to stash no matter how full your purse/backpack/briefcase may be. Not to mention, with all the flavors available now, you’ll definitely find a pack you’re NUTS about.

Mess-Free Fruit: Doesn’t fruit seem like a no-brainer? Well, most people don’t eat enough of it! I’m a big fan of Fuji apples for a nice, simple snack. They have the perfect blend of all the things we like in an apple: crispness and a nice balance of sweet and tart. Chomp away!

Portable Protein: To say that I’m pro-protein would be an understatement. I LOVE the hunger-busting qualities of protein. StarKist’s Single Serve Tuna Creations pouches are delicious lean options. The pouches are portion-controlled (so you don’t have to share)! Sweet & Spicy is my favorite, but they’re also available in Herb & Garlic, Hickory Smoked, and Zesty Lemon Pepper. There’s a flavor for everyone.

Guilt-Free Sweets: You can run, but you can’t hide from the dreaded sugar cravings. As much as you’ll try to avoid them, they’ll catch up to you, so it’s best to deal with those cravings with smart picks. When I’m traveling, I keep Mini Tootsie Pops or Dum Dums on hand. With 25 calories or less, they’re the perfect little sugar rush when you’re in a rush!

Filling Snack Bars: The right bars can tackle your hunger in a big way. From fruit 'n nut bars to crunchy granola bars, there’s something to satisfy every set of taste buds. I like the two-for-one deal you get with Nature Valley’s crunchy granola bars. You can even save one for later!

Salty Crunchy Snacks: For some reason, there’s something VERY satisfying about munching on crunchy foods. Stick with portion-controlled baked or popped snacks like Popchips (the Tortilla Chips ROCK). You can also buy multi-serving bags of crunchy snacks, and then portion out your snack into single-serving baggies. This way you'll avoid seeing the bottom of a giant bag in one sitting. 

For more guilt-free tips & tricks, plus recipes and more, visit Hungry-Girl.com and sign up for free daily emails. 

One lucky winner will receive a gift basket that contains (1) “Sorry Charlie” t-shirt, (1) copy of “Hungry Girl to the Max!: The Ultimate Guilt-Free Cookbook” by Lisa Lillien, (4) single serve StarKist Creations pouches, (3) bags of Popchips, (1) bag of Dum Dums, (8) Nature Valley bars - a $55 value! 

Enter to win using the Rafflecopter form below. All entries will be verified before a winner is chosen. Good Luck ♥

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Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post or to host this giveaway. I did receive a few of the products mentioned above to facilitate my reviews. "HUngry Girl's Summer Slim Down Snacks" was written by Hungry Girl exclusively for our use.

Give your mom Shari’s Berries this Mother’s Day - They're beautiful and delicious!

Image: Shari's Berries

Usually you only see posts about beauty and fashion on the PS Beauty Blog, but this time I felt like I really had to share this with you all. Plus, food can be fashionable right? I mean look at the little high heel and handbag cake pops. Now, that's what I call fashionable food!

Little Black Dress Wines | Great Gift for Fashionistas | Review

Still looking for the perfect gift to give a fellow fashionista? I may just have the perfect gift (if they're over 21 of course) - Little Black Dress Wines. Even the name is cute lol.

Little Black Dress Wines are available in different varieties including Pinot Nior, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot and Savignon Blanc. These adorable bottles of wine make great stocking stuffers, gifts for co-workers or neighbors, and perfect gifts for the fabulous friends and family hosting your holiday parties. All of the varieties come in clear wine bottles with adorable labels featuring the name and a cute red hanger. 

Recipes for Grown Ups | Try the "Tipsy Turkey" Cocktail

Hpnotiq's "The Mad Eye" Cocktail Recipe

Hpnotiq Harmonie: Vampire's Kiss Cocktail Recipe

Hpnotiq Harmonie's Black Widow Martini Recipe

 

Happy Halloween Beverages for Grown-Ups

Still looking for drinks to serve at your party? Here are some super-fab Halloween beverage recipes created just for the grown ups. These drinks were created by pro mixologists so they are sure to impress. A little witches brew, fake blood and candy corn – sounds like fun to me!

Food for the Skin: Healthy Eats in Palm Springs

You’ve probably heard before, that drinking plenty of water and eating a healthy diet is the key to great looking skin. And that is absolutely true! As a beauty editor, I know first-hand that caring for your skin from the inside out is just as important and wrinkle creams and moisturizers, perhaps even more.

Eating a diet that is low in fat and high in vitamins and nutrients, can keep your skin looking young and healthy, and most importantly keep those blemishes away. So next time you go out to eat, choose a place that offers healthy alternatives to today’s modern menus, and think of your lunch as not only nourishing your belly, but nourishing your skin (which is, by the way, your body’s largest organ).
If you happen to find yourself in the Palm Springs area, stop by and check out a few of our favorite “healthy” places to eat.

Click here for our list of faves.


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