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The Skinny on the New Nutrition Labels
Last week brought news that the FDA was proposing an overhaul of nutritional labels that appear on packaged food, and at SELF we couldn't be happier. It's a long time coming, sure, and there are big players in the food industry who will no doubt try to dilute the changes, but we're hopeful that the most important ones will remain intact: (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Have You Heard About the Athletes Club? It May Be Heading to Your City Soon!
Daily deal sites are great: You can score serious savings on local fitness classes, restaurant meals and apparel and gear. But what if you could have those savings all the time? As in, being able to redeem that 30 percent off coupon each time you buy a class at that hot new boutique studio? The good news is that you now can with AthletesClub.com. And if the idea of spending money on a membership here to save money later doesn't make sense to you, we get you. Just read on. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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You Know About Dry Shampoo, But Do You Know Dry Conditioner?
Dry shampoo is one of our gym-bag essentials: It mops up grease, oil, sweat and dirt with just a few shakes and spritzes. But recently, a slew of complementary products have been popping up. Everybody, meet dry conditioners. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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The "Average" Barbie Doll Comes to Life, Tricks to Reduce Anxiety and More!
Meet Lammily, a "normal" iteration of Barbie created to reflect the average body shape and proportions of typical woman. According to the doll's designer, she is still in the early stages of production. [The Atlantic] Don't let that anxiety get the better of you! Here, easy ways to focus on feeling less overwhelmed and reducing stress. [Greatist] (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Study Drop: Wearable Technology on the Rise According to New Survey
Do you swear by your Jawbone? Maybe you use your FuelBand as your watch and your activity tracker? You're in good company. In a study conducted by AnswerLab, a digital insights company, findings indicated that smart trackers will gain some serious mass-market adoption in the next few years. So if you're already rocking one -- hey, you're ahead of the trend! (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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I'm Seeing Booty Bras Everywhere, But Do I Really Need One?
Have you guys heard about these so-called booty bras? Newly offered by a multitude of shapewear brands -- even As Seen on TV(!) -- these (super-unsexy looking) undies that promise to keep your buns "perky and separated" in any outfit. Maybe I've just been in where-whatever-you-want grad school for too long, but it sounds like it's kinda a rip-off -- I mean, we all know exercise is the BEST way to a better butt, right? And besides, haven't you guys heard the news about shapewear squishing your organs? So rather than squeezing your stuff into some newfangled pair of panties (sorry, gross word) that looks far more granny than...
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Slimming Superfood Recipe: Shrimp Tacos with Blueberry-Avocado Salsa
What do you get when you mix powerful superfoods into a delicious salsa? An antioxidant-rich, nutrient-packed condiment that amps up the flavor of traditional tacos with a dose of sweetness. Despite the cold temps outside, you'll feel like you're in a tropical paradise while you eat these slightly-spicy shrimp tacos. The salsa's blueberries not only add juicy goodness, but they also provide nutrients called anthocyanins that may help to prevent cancer. Erstwhile, the avocado's rich, creamy texture balances out the sweet blueberry flavor and provides heart-healthy fats. Try some on the shrimp tacos tonight and make extra to...
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The Top Tips to Make Sure You Work Out This Week
We're pumped to present our favorite story of the week from our pals at POPSUGAR Fitness! Even with the best intentions to work out this week, life can get in the way. The top tip to make sure you actually make it to the gym? Plan ahead. Scheduling workouts in advance will help you stick to a game plan while still balancing your workload and social calendar. So sit down, start tonight and make sure you crush your week.  (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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SELF's Beauty Director Confesses: "I Got a Bad Haircut!"
My first mistake that day at the salon was the beauty equivalent of texting while driving: I wasn't paying attention. Number two: I craved change but brought no reference or ideas. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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CrossFit Essentials to Help You Rock Your Next Trip to the Box
With moves like pistol squats, CrossFit is a serious fit business. The WODs ("Workout of the Day") constantly change so you can put up higher numbers, lift heavier weights and sculpt your entire body into killer form. It's intense. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Skinny Fat Tuesday Recipe: Three-Melon Gazpacho Soup
Mardi Gras has already been in full-swing for a bit (cue the world shortage of tacky bead necklaces), but the big day, Fat Tuesday, is finally here, and like any good NOLA fan, we're looking to celebrate with a seriously legit local dish. Cajun and creole food characterizes the area -- think lots of seafood, Cajun spices like cayenne pepper and classic dishes like gumbo. Obviously, we wanted in on the action, so we reached out to Juan Carlos Gonzalez, executive chef at NOLA's SoBou restaurant, for a dish that was heavy on New Orleans's tradition, light on the cals. And the Three-Melon Gazpacho he hooked us up with? Well we...
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - March 4, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Recipes diet food holiday nutrition Source Type: blogs

Embrace Your Own Divergent Personality With This New Makeup Kit
So, who's already obsessed Divergent? I totally missed the books, but I saw Shailene Woodley crush it while watching the trailer a few months ago and made a major mental note -- like an "I plan on going opening day even if none of my friends will" note. The movies not in theaters 'till March 21, but advanced tickets go on sale today and I know I'm not the only one putting in my requests for opening night. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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Get Your Green on and Sign Up for a Leprechaun Lope This March!
Our friends at Active.com cull the best races for you across the country, and every month, we'll be sharing our favorite one! Check out which race we're rushing to sign up for this March. (Hint: It's got beer involved!) THE RACE: 25th Annual Leprechaun Lope THE DATE: March 15, 2014 THE LOCATION: Salt Lake City, UT (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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And the Oscar For the Sexiest Gown Style (and Most Flattering) Goes to...the Peplum!
Another trend that popped up all over tonight's Academy Awards carpet: peplums! You know, that fun, cinched shape that makes you look like a bombshell hourglass?! Jennifer Lawrence, Amy Adams, and Julia Roberts all rocked the super-feminine (and super-flattering) trend tonight. And check it -- these three ladies are all nominated for Oscars tonight. Coincidence? Well, yeah, probably...but these ladies know their stuff -- and their red carpets. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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The Other Beauty Look We Can't Wait to Try From the Oscars Red Carpet? Ballerina Off Duty
While we loved the smoky nudes on gals wearing glittery gowns, we need to tip our hats to our OTHER new favorite red-carpet style: Ballerina Off Duty (aka B.O.D.) Kristen Bell (who also hopped onto the metallic gown bandwagon), Olivia Wilde and Anna Kendrick all rocked it hard, don't you think?  This new red-carpet, cool-girl look is a glamorous spin on Model Off Duty, that totally reminds me of a ABC student post-performance outside Lincoln Center or something. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
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