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It Is Possible: Gluten-Free Pasta!
Whether you've gone paleo, are a Celiac disease-sufferer or are just digging all things gluten-free, we've got the perfect weekend project for you: Make your own gluten-free pasta! (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 7, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Recipes diet food gluten-free nutrition pasta Source Type: blogs

Why Your Bod Loves Sleep, How to Snack More Mindfully and More!
As if we need more reasons to be absolutely obsessed with sleep, this infographic breaks down all of the incredible things our bodies do while we're asleep. [Huffington Post] Ever tried putting your fork down in between bites to slow down a meal? You should! Here, a few more easy tricks to help you eat more mindfully. [Life by DailyBurn] (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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The Newest, Coolest Hot Tools For Gorgeous Hair
There are seven zillion new hair tools out there that promise to make your hair "healthier" instead of, you know, frying it like some heat -stylers do. But, with such a flooded market full of tools, it's hard to figure out what's legit and what's bogus -- but I took a few of the newest for a spin to let you know if they're worth the splurge. (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 7, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty beauty tools hair hairstyles Source Type: blogs

Time-Crunched Recipe for Your Busy Weekend: Pan-Glazed Chicken with Kale and Basil
A busy schedule can make lasting weight loss and healthy maintenance feel impossible. How can you make wise food choices and maintain good habits when you're rushed, overwhelmed, and distracted? In my book, Schedule Me Skinny: Plan to Lose Weight and Keep It Off in Just 30 Minutes a Week, I am your personal nutrition expert and I spill the secret to peeling off the pounds and eating better, even on your most time-crunched days. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Ke$ha's Back, Guys!
It's been two months since Ke$ha, former SELF cover girl, entered a rehab facility to seek treatment for an eating disorder. And the singer -- ahem, warrior -- returned to LA last night looking happy, healthy, colorful (look at that hair!) and wearing an awesome sweatshirt that read "IMA SURVIVOR." (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 7, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Celebrity Ke$ha news Source Type: blogs

The Three Most Inspiring Tips You'll Read Today from Paralympian Mallory Weggemann
Spend a few minutes chatting with Paralympian Mallory Weggemann (or in our case an hour; we couldn't stop!), and you'll become an instant fan of the swim star. Back in 2008, after an epidural injection gone wrong to treat back pain, Weggemann was paralyzed from the waist down. Now, at 24, she's one of the most decorated swimmers in the country -- a 13-time World Champion, and gold medalist in the 2012 Paralympic London Games for the 50m Freestyle. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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36 Cult Beauty Products That Are Worth Every Penny
We're stoked to share our favorite story of the week from our sister site, LuckyMag.com! From drugstore classics to high-end luxuries, these iconic beauty products hardly need an introduction. While they each work different hair, makeup and skin miracles, all of these staples have one thing in common: they're worth every penny! (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Make This Champagne Float With the Asian Citrus Fruit Yuzu
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! Next time you're in an Asian market with a produce section, look for a yellow-green citrus fruit that looks like a misshapen lemon called yuzu, which appears often in Asian cooking. Those in the know also use it in cocktails. According to Aliya LeeKong, author of Exotic Table and chef at Junoon in New York City, "It has notes of lime, grapefruit and mandarin along with a floral muskiness and a...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - March 6, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Thirsty Thursday alcohol cocktails fruit Source Type: blogs

SELF's March Flick Picks
Since March kicked off with the Academy Awards, it's no wonder we've all got movies on the mind. Fortunately, this month has new releases to suit every craving, from belly-aching comedies to Biblical epics. The Grand Budapest Hotel, in theaters March 7 Why you should see it: With quirky characters, stylized shots and zany intrigue, this seems like pretty much the most Wes Anderson-y film ever. A debonair hotel concierge becomes entangled in a conflict involving a priceless painting and a family fortune after his elderly paramour passes. But like any Anderson flick, the charm comes from the eccentric personalities as muc...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - March 6, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Entertainment Kristen Bell celebrity movies Source Type: blogs

Tone Up in 15 Minutes With a Set of Stairs
After the seemingly never-ending winter weather, we imagine you're probably itching to get out from underneath those fluorescent gym lights and move it outside for some fresh air, right? (If you're in warmer weather, well, we're jealous.) The good news is that temps are on the rise this weekend across the entire country. And we have the perfect no-equipment routine for you to get a little outdoor exercise -- all you need is a set of stairs. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Would You Spend $300 on Snail Slime for Your Face?
When Immunocologie Super 7 Elixer Face showed up at my desk, I immediately pumped some out onto my hand, rubbed it in and took a wiff -- you know, the usual stuff you do when you're testing a new product -- and loved it. It felt cool on my skin, smelled amazing and made my hand instantly softer. Obviously, I started using the stuff on my face right away. Had I know it was pumped with snail slime beforehand, though, I may have thought twice. (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 6, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty anti-aging beauty products beauty tips face skincare Source Type: blogs

How Being Nice Is Good For You, Ways to Get More Out of Your Workout and More!
Turns out nice girls can finish first. According to new research, compassion and kindness are actually really good for your health -- including bennies like reducing stress and increasing lifespan. [ABC News] Another day, another workout, no new results? Make sure you're getting the most out of your workouts with these tips on pushing yourself and making your gym time effective. [Greatist] (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Gabrielle Union, We're Totally Body Crushing On You
There's a reason why we named Gabrielle Union our #BodyCrush in our March issue. Not only does she seem to not age in any way -- and rocks a bikini at 41 better than many a 20-something -- but she lives a sunny active lifestyle, as seen in this pic she posted on Insta the other day. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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The Face's Anne V on Jay-Z, the Sexy Workout She's Dying to Try, and Being a Goofball
We love a good competition reality series over here at SELF, so we're stoked for the second season of The Face. And new to the judging panel this time around is Sports Illustrated supermodel, Anne V, who joins Naomi Campbell, Lydia Hearst, and Nigel Barker. "I really had no idea what I was signing up for," Anne told us about being a judge. "It was the craziest thing I've ever done. When I moved to America when I was 15, I never had anyone mentor me in the modeling world, so being a part of The Face is such an honor, so I can be that person for all my girls during the show and off the show, too." (Source: The ND Blog: Note...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - March 5, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Celebrity Anne V celebrity beauty celebrity fitness model pole dancing questionnaire Source Type: blogs

Could Birth Control One Day Protect You from STIs, Too?
Cool science news: A new long-lasting device could one day be available to protect women against both pregnancy and HIV, researchers at Northwestern University announced today. While the device is still in the very early stages, it's a potentially big step in the fight against HIV and unwanted pregnancy, especially in low-income regions such as sub-Saharan Africa. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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