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A Pretty Stocking Stuffer Every Girl Will Love: Beauty Counter's Brand-New Lip Sheers (Look at That Shiny Packaging!)
Have you guys ever heard of Christy Coleman, the makeup artist? If you haven't, know that we're big fans of her at SELF -- and that she's just launched a new makeup line, the BeautyCounter, where she serves as VP of Creative. But more importantly, though, are how kick-ass the products she's developed are: The line is free of questionable ingredients and toxins that seem to pop up where you least want them. Can we also talk about how gorgeous all the packaging on BeautyCounter.com is? I mean, the site itself is gorg, too. OK, so that's all great (high five, Christy!), but what I'm really pumped about are the particularly ...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - December 5, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty beauty news beauty products lips lipstick makeup website Source Type: blogs

Six Thoroughly Modern Ways to Say "Thank You"
It's SO easy to send a quick "thank you" email for those holiday gifts, right? Listen, we know it takes less time than breaking out a pen and some quality stationery -- but you know that warm, happy feeling you get when you receive good old-fashioned snail mail? Someone else will feel that too when they open these totally unique -- and totally tangible --thank-you notes that puts paperie on a digital level. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - December 4, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Work and Life apps gifts holiday website Source Type: blogs

Build a Great Butt in 5 Moves, Then Show It Off in These Cool Jeans
One of our favorite fashion trends this season? Coated denim. Tight, sleek and shiny, these pants are not for the timid -- they show off every single curve. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Winter Skin SOS: A DIY Face Mask
My skin needs major love right now -- and I know I'm not the only one. Between the dry air in my apartment and the icy air outside, my face is looking really dull. Usually the fix would be one of my favorite store-bought masks or peels, but when I'm this sensitive, those just turn me into a tomato. You, too? Well, I found the most amazing fix. It's not a $90 jar of some celeb-endorsed goop. It's not even available in your fave beauty store. It's a two-ingredient mask that you can whip up for less than $5 -- and procure all your ingredients (just yogurt and honey!) at the grocery store. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the ...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - December 4, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty DIY beauty face skincare Source Type: blogs

Demi Lovato Gives SELF Some Mid-Week Real Talk
Every morning, Demi Lovato starts off her day by reading affirmations to center herself. In this video she shared exclusively with SELF, Demi recites an inspirational quote from her new book, Staying Strong: 365 Days a Year (now a New York Times Best Seller -- you go, Demi!) and discusses its meaning with a few of her closest friends. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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There's a Fitbit for Babies?, Alexander Wang Collabs With Beats By Dr. Dre and More!
The Sproutling monitor, basically a Fitbit for babies, promises to track heart rate, temperature and more. The product could hit stores as early as spring 2014. We'll admit, it looks kinda adorable. [Fast Co.] Listen up, stylish gym folks: Alexander Wang and Beats by Dr. Dre have teamed up to make some pretty sw.y headphones. Add 'em to your holiday wish list (at $449 a pop, you better hope you're not on the naughty list!) [WWD] (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Sneaky Ways to Squeeze in Cardio Over the Holidays
The few weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas -- what we call the holiday season -- is one of the busiest times of year for most folks. Between parties, year-end wrap-ups at the office and gift shopping galore, it's hard to carve out a few minutes for yourself -- and your workout. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - December 4, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Fitness cardio fitness tips holiday toning moves Source Type: blogs

Jay-Z and Beyonce Are Going Vegan for 22 Days -- Would You Try It?
"Cheers! We're vegan now." Jay-Z posted a note on his site yesterday saying, "On December 3rd, one day before my 44th birthday [Ed. note: HBD, J! - RJ] I will embark on a 22 Days challenge to go completely vegan, or as I prefer to call it, plant-based!!" Two exclamation points, you guys. He's super excited. And our girl (OK, his girl) Beyonce is getting in on the dairy-free, veggies-only diet, too. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - December 4, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Celebrity Beyonce Jay-Z diet food food news nutrition vegan Source Type: blogs

Men and Women Are Wired Differently, Listen to Katy Perry and John Mayer's New Song and More!
A study conducted at the University of Pennsylvania found that the interconnectivity of pathways within and between the brain hemispheres of males and females is starkly different., proving the notion that we really are wired differently [The Atlantic] As if we need more reasons to be totally crazy about her, Katy Perry teamed up with beau John Mayer for their new track, 'Who You Love' -- and we love it, too. Listen here. [People] (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Physique 57 and Erin Andrews Launch New Get Fit Quick Online Barre Workout
You may have noticed we're big fans of FOX sportscaster Erin Andrews: She's showed us her serious CrossFit skills and most recently, in our December issue (download it now!), simple toners inspired by the work she does at barre studio Physique 57. And now she's worked with Physique 57 on a brand-new online workout, Get Fit Quick Featuring Erin Andrews. (Side note: How slammin' does her bod look in this pic?!?) (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Shay Mitchell is Getting Her Post-Thanksgiving Bum Back Into Gear
For some, it's a million layers and a studded fanny pack that gets 'em off the couch. For Shay Mitchell, it would seem like a pink yoga mat and some sweet Nike kicks (wait, those actually look a bit familiar) get her going. The Pretty Little Liars star 'grammed her gear along with the caption, "Working on my fitness with @cynthiaczarnecki ... #itsbeenawhile." (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Yummy Ways to Enjoy Goji Berries, One of Our Favorite Superfoods
We're really loving Goji berries right now: They're sweet, they're tart and a perfect seasonal shade, too. Goji berries are also rich in important antioxidants, like immune-boosting vitamin C. So snack on a few raw ones while you stir the rest of these super berries into one of these delicious recipes we've whipped up for you. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Actress JoAnna Garcia Swisher (and New Mom!) Shares the Secret to Her Mermaid Abs
Flame-haired beauty JoAnna Garcia Swisher has about a billion reasons to explain the whole glowy thing she's got going on -- aside from her glittering mermaid costume. Maybe it's her hottie husband, the first baseman on the Cleveland Indians, Nick Swisher, her beautiful baby girl, or mayyybe it's that she got to live out every little girl's [Ed. note: And some editors' here - RJ] dream: to play a Disney princess. This season, Garcia Swisher's taken on the role of Ariel in ABC's hit series Once Upon a Time. (Check her out in Sunday's ep!) But stepping into that sexy seashell bikini and those shiny mermaid fins requir...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - December 3, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Celeb Move to Steal JoAnna Garcia Swisher abs barre celebrity celebrity fitness entertainment television toning move Source Type: blogs

How to Stay Fit Over the Holiday Season: I'm Trying Flywheel's Holiday Express Challenge
Everyone splurges a bit this time of year, right? You've got Thanksgiving and Christmas -- both food-centric celebrations -- and all the holiday parties (and their delicious appetizers on sticks), too. I'm all down for partying, but I just graduated from college this past summer, and I'd prefer to return home to Colorado looking svelte and feeling good by Christmas. So I decided it was time that I mean business. And how'd I mean business? I signed up for the Flywheel Sports Holiday Express Challenge, which is currently being offered at many of their 23 (and counting) national locations. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - December 2, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Fitness barre cycling spinning workout classes Source Type: blogs

Can You Be Obese and Healthy?
You've probably heard many times -- even quite recently -- that it's possible to be overweight or obese and healthy. However, a new systematic meta-analysis, being published this week in Annals of Internal Medicine, suggests that concept might just be a myth. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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