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Should We Be Worried About the Mumps? SELF's On-Call Medical Adviser Weighs In
In case you missed it, there have been a few mini-epidemics of the mumps (a viral disease that causes fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue and swelling in the salivary glands) popping up this winter, mostly on college campuses -- at Fordham University in NYC this February, and most recently at the Ohio State University in Columbus, where the number of cases has reached 40 and the outbreak has reportedly begun to spread into the community. (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. - March 24, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Health Dr. Lodge disease health news Source Type: blogs

FitFusion.com Makes Switching Up Your Workout Cheaper and Easier
Ever think a gym membership could cost you only six bucks a month -- and get you training with fitness superstars like the Tone It Up girls, The Biggest Loser's Bob Harper renowned yogi Tara Stiles? It totally can thanks to FitFusion.com, the brand-new subscription-based website with iPhone- and Google Play-ready apps.  (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. - March 24, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Fitness apps celebrity fitness exercise fitness DVDs website workout routine workouts Source Type: blogs

Other Reasons to Do Yoga (Besides Looking Hot), Lazy Girl Hair Hacks and More
A lithe, limber figure isn't the only benefit you'll reap from yoga. (Though if that's why you Om, you're in model company.) Take a look at these ten other reasons why it's good for your mind and soul. [Blisstree] Make mornings way easier with these genius hairstyling hacks -- perfect for the inner lazy girl in all of us. [BuzzFeed] (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. - March 24, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Lunch Break beauty tips breathing cooking exercise family hairstyle health running study yoga Source Type: blogs

Save Cals and Still Get a Creamy Salad Dressing With Bolthouse Farms and Litehouse Foods
For a long time now, I've been telling my clients and readers to forgo creamy dressings in favor of vinaigrettes in order to lessen one's intake of saturated fat. But now, lovers of blue cheese, Caesar and other normally off-limit dressings can "indulge" with new alternatives I can now recommend. These babies are just as rich as traditionally creamy dressings, but far lower in fat and calories thanks to one secret ingredient -- Greek yogurt! (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. - March 24, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Nutrition Greek yogurt calories diet food grocery store find superfood vegetables Source Type: blogs

The Glowiest Skincare Line Just Launched a Makeup Collection
Every now and then, you come across a brand that every beauty industry pro you meet swears by -- not because it's trendy, they're endorsed by the brand or they get it for free -- but because it really, totally works. Eve Lom is one of those brands; the label's skincare is incredible. But now they've got face makeup -- and the products are legit game-changers. (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. - March 24, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty beauty products face makeup skincare Source Type: blogs

Is Honey a Miracle Health Cure?
In the realm of "stuff that could bring down civilization as we know it and possibly kill us all," drug resistance is a particularly terrifying beast. SELF has reported on it before, and the big question always seems to be, "What the heck can we do about this?!" (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. - March 24, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Health food food news health news health tips study Source Type: blogs

The Weekender: Three Things to Try During Your Down Time
TGIF! As with every Friday, Adriane and Claudia Kiss of TheKissters.com, the sisters' website, which features entertaining tips and tricks to help you "live large on small change," give us fun ideas to try, make and do over the weekend. You know, those fun days. Get ready to start filling up your calendar -- fast. (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. - March 21, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Weekender DIY cooking food home life nutrition tips recipe snacks work Source Type: blogs

DIY a Quickie Facial ASAP
Got a minute? If the answer is no, stay with us anyway! We're super stoked about the latest beauty bar trend sweeping the nation: accelerated spa treatments. Speedy services are offered for brows, nails, and blowouts so you can get your beauty fix in 30 minutes or less. (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. - March 21, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty DIY beauty face skincare Source Type: blogs

MixMyOwn.com May Be the Coolest Way to Get Your Cereal Fix
Ever wish you could take all your favorite individual ingredients from all your favorite cereals and make the perfect one for you -- a raisin here, a granola cluster there, a nut from somewhere else? Well, now there's a website that allows you to do just that. MixMyOwn.com was created by Klara Charvatova and her fiance, David, because they wanted to give customers a fun, simple way to whip up their own AM meals -- according to their own tastebuds, natch. (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. - March 21, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Nutrition breakfast cereal diet food health snacks superfood Source Type: blogs

A Cal-Blasting 5-Minute Workout You Can Do Anywhere, Plus More #TrainerIntel from Nike's Marie Purvis
When Marie Purvis works out, it's typically in front of a sea of sweaty women. No, she's not putting on a show. She's getting everyone else -- at events like the Nike Training Club Tour -- to stay psyched, and push harder than they thought they could go. That's because the Nike Master Trainer has an infectious enthusiasm for fitness, and in her words, "Because there is nothing better than seeing someone's face light up when they achieve what they thought was the impossible." Purvis says that being able to train millions of women has changed her life. Funny, because her tips, below, may just change your workout. Thank you, ...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - March 21, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Fitness Trainer Intel fitness tips toning move workout routine Source Type: blogs

23 of the Greatest Celebrity Bikini Moments Ever
We're stoked to share our favorite story of the week from our sister site, LuckyMag.com! Unless you're one of the lucky few jetting out of the chilly city for warmer, sandier pastures, the closest you're probably getting to sunshine for the next few months is flipping through Victoria's Secret's swimwear catalogue. We feel for you, so we're joining in on the fun: we've scoured the world web interwebs to compile 20-plus of the coolest, sexiest bathing suits worn by celebrities in recent years. In the process, we've learned a few things, including but not limited to: 1) celebrities really dig white bikinis, 2) hats of all ...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - March 21, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Celebrity Rihanna bikinis celebrity style fashion shopping styling swimming swimsuits Source Type: blogs

Cast Your Vote for the Year's Best Fragrances Now!
It's official: voting for the "Consumer's Choice" Fragrance Foundation Awards is officially open and you should totally get over to the site and vote for your faves. What are the Fragrance Foundation Awards, you ask? Think Academy Awards for the most creative noses in the biz. Every year, tons of brands compete to create the most amaze perfume or cologne to win this coveted award and - since so many people voted on the Consumer Choice categories last year - they opened up the polls early for this year's olfactory bests. (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. - March 21, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty beauty products celebrity fragrance perfume Source Type: blogs

Maladies Actress Fallon Goodson's Sexy Upper-Back Builder
We're already total fans of adorable actress Fallon Goodson, whose movie Maladies (with heartthrob James Franco) opens in LA tonight! But what's even more admirable about the actress is how smart she's been about finding the right workout for her body. "It's important to find your thing," says Goodson. "If you find something you won't curse whilst putting on your gym clothes, that's the trick." The actress tried her hand at running but it just didn't take. "I used to put all this pressure on myself to run like a maniac for cardio and I dreaded it." she says. "I get down a few blocks and not even a Britney Spears song can...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - March 21, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Celeb Move to Steal back celebrity celebrity fitness entertainment movies toning move Source Type: blogs

Chef and Cooking Channel Host Eden Grinshpan's Travel-Inspired Sparkling Sambuca Cocktail
Welcome to Thirsty Thursday! Each week we toast the coming weekend with a new adult beverage for you to enjoy. Tweet @SELFmagazine and our associate editor of food + nutrition @MarjorieKorn and tell us what you're imbibing. Cheers! (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. - March 20, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Thirsty Thursday cocktails entertainment recipe seasonal summer television Source Type: blogs

Workout Hack: A Pillow That Makes Your Butt Smaller
You know how sometimes the only thing keeping you from the gym is a liiitle voice telling you to go? We found it, and it's screaming at you in all caps from a fluffy-soft throw cushion. (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. - March 20, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Fitness fitness inspiration fitspiration home motivation Source Type: blogs