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The Best Foods For Your Skin

Besides drinking lots of water and taking a daily vitamin (Monavie), here are some foods that are good for your skin!

No. 1: Avocados: The creamy, green fruit is abundant in essential oils and B-complex vitamins that nourish your skin inside and out. Avocados also contain a lot of Niacin (vitamin B3), which is important for healthy skin since it acts as an anti-inflammatory and soothes irritated or red/blotchy skin.

No. 2: Mangos: Mangos contain more than 80 percent of your daily vitamin A requirements, which is essential for maintaining and repairing skin cells. A deficiency in vitamin A will result in a dry, flaky complexion. Mangos also contain antioxidants, which fight free-radical damage that can prematurely age skin.

No. 3: Almonds: Almonds contain 150 percent of your daily vitamin E needs and are rich in oils that moisturize your skin. They also contain antioxidants.

No. 4: Cottage Cheese: The selenium in cottage cheese teams up with vitamin E as a powerful free-radical-fighting antioxidant team. Selenium also protects against skin cancer and dandruff.

No. 5: Acerola Cherries: Different from average cherries, Acerolas supply 100 percent of your daily vitamin C intake. As an antioxidant, vitamin C fights skin damage and wrinkles and plays a central role in the production of collagen, the structural protein in your skin.

No. 6: Oysters: Oysters fight pimples because they’re rich in zinc. The mineral affects sebum production, which is a deficiency that contributes to acne.

No. 7: Baked Potatoes: Trade French Fries for a steaming baked potato. One baked potato (with the skin) provides 75 percent of your daily copper needs. Copper when combined with vitamin C and zinc produceelastin fibers that support skin structure. Copper deficiency in your diet can reduce skin’s ability to heal and cause it to become rigid and lifeless.

No. 8: Mushrooms: Essential to your skin, riboflavin is found in mushrooms and is involved in tissue maintenance, repair and improves skin blemishes caused by rosacea. The body uses large amounts after sustaining a burn or wound, or when undergoing surgery.

No. 9: Flaxseed Oil: Flaxseed oil is one of the best sources of essential fatty acid. One teaspoon of flaxseedoil provides 2.5 grams of omega 3s, which hydrate the skin. Essential fatty acids also dilute sebum and unclog pores. (I add one spoon full to my oatmeal in the morning)

No. 10: Salmon: Salmon, along with tilapia, trout, herring and sardines, are rich in a substance called omega-3 fatty acids. Did you know that humans are not able to produce omega-3s? That's why it's so important that we obtain them from the foods we eat on a daily basis. When you eat plenty of salmon and stick to a healthy overall diet and lifestyle, you will begin to see dramatic changes in your skin's appearance and texture. Your skin will become smoother, plumper and more moisture-rich. Blemishes will fade and you'll regain the glow you may have had when you were a teenager. Your eyes will likely become brighter, your hair shinier and stronger, and even your mood cheerier!

No. 11: MONAVIE: Those of you that know me, know that I am a Distributor for Monavie (click on my "Changing The World" tab) & I can honestly say...due to it's INSANE amount of anti-oxidents...has made my skin, hair, nails...more beautiful than they've ever been! It brings about a glow...from the inside, out...that'll have people everywhere asking, "What do you use on your skin?" And...not only is your outside beautiful...your inside will be as well. No sickness...More Haircuts! Ha Ha! Your immune system will be stronger than ever & your hair will grow like crazy! I SWEAR by it & it tastes SO yummy too! 

Gettin' Healthy & Beautiful...from the inside...out,

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Here's a Part. 2 of The Tone It Up Girls because they are absolute Dolls, have TO DIE FOR bodies, & because they are currently doing a Bikini Body Series---a set of videos all created to target the areas of our body that need to be bikini ready (so basically, your entire body!)

You can sign up for their Bikini Series HERE! I just did & can't wait to do the Beach Bum workout!

and, there's videos featuring lots of their favorite healthy snacks and treats like this one:

There are a few contests they are hosting as part of the bikini series---you can check out theirFacebook page here and follow them on Twitter @ToneItUp.

I hope any ladies looking for effective, fun and at-home workouts check these California girls out! I promise you'll love their videos as much as I do.

Here's to Tone'n It Up...TOGETHER,

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We are finally home from our HUGE Texas adventure & we ate SO many yummy things along the way! Why is it that when you're driving, especially for 2 day straight...it is just A MUST to snack, snack snack! Ha Ha. With all that eating, it's important to find healthier treats, otherwise you end up carrying EVEN MORE BAGGAGE...YOURSELF! Ha Ha! Here are some of my favorite Road Trip, or anytime snacks! I even take these things to movies with me too! Otherwise you are FORCED to eat popcorn with ten pounds of what they like to call...butter, nachos piled with canned cheese & Jalapenos (my fave)...or anything else coated with fat, fat & more fat! Ha Ha! Here are a few "healthier" options...

PIRATE'S BOOTY white cheddar "popcorn"

QUAKER Cheddar/Caramel Baby Rice Cakes

TRAIL MIX

WASABI Flavored DRIED EDAMAME (makes your nose run & you eyes water like CRAZY, but I just can't get enough of it! HA HA! )

RAISINS

CRYSTAL LIGHT-PURE to add to water bottles

POP CHIPS

JIM BEAM BBQ Flavored Sunflower Seeds (BEST SEEDS...EVER!)

RVL Bars (Monavie's OH SO YUMMY Berry/Yogurt Bars)

My FAVORITE candy of ALL TIME...LAFFY TAFFY! 

And look at how cute the inside is! Even has SPRINKLES!!! Ha Ha! LOVE it! 
And Last...but not least...our very good friend Mia's...BOMB Jerky! Best you've ever had! 

So pack your bags & set off on an adventure! It REALLY is A LOT of fun! The MOST IMPORTANT part though...is to bring along someone you REALLY like. Otherwise...your few day trip...with feel like a few YEARS!!! Ha Ha! 

Happy & Safe Travels,

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One day, while playing on the internet, I came across this site & these girls & I just LOVED them both! They are Karena & Katrina & they are Best Friends, Personal Trainers & all around Fitness Gurus! 

How adorable are they? And PERFECTLY fit!

Right at the time I "discovered" them, they were coming out with new DVD's (sold at Target), so of course...I had to get them both! Ha Ha! 

They are just awesome! SO fun & young & just so so cute! On YouTube & on their site, they have awesome work out ideas, healthy food choices & recipes, cute holiday & party ideas...and just promote...ALL THINGS HEALTH & FITNESS! 

Here's a little more about them...

Check out their site here & let's TONE IT UP...TOGETHER! 

Nothing's hotter than Toning-It-Up,

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UNLEASH YOUR INNER VIXEN

First of all, who doesn't want abs like this or at least, want to look at abs like this! Ha Ha! 

I think deep down...we all do. So my question is...what is it inside all of us (well most of us) that makes us not do what it takes to make it happen? Don't we ALL deserve every happiness & to be living OUR BEST LIFE?  (I love you, Oprah) To be happier, healthier, live longer & feel like the SEXIEST PEOPLE ALIVE! How much more fun would it be to think that YOU are hot, instead of thinking everyone else is! Life is a MILLION times better when you are "feeling it" & when you are ready...every day of the year...for every moment that comes your way! I read this somewhere & I loved it...

"Starting TODAY, she resolves to be the type of girl who is ready for whatever..."

WHY NOT YOU? WHY NOT NOW?

Don't wait until Monday, until the party is over, until after your trip...DO IT NOW. There will ALWAYS be something to celebrate & ALWAYS a MILLION reasons/excuses to wait. The BIGGEST & BEST Celebration will come when you decide to take your life back! 

YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!

INTRODUCING MONAVIE'S

I am an Independent Distributor (so you can get it from me), but more than changing your weight...it can CHANGE YOUR LIFE. 

Please ask me how. 

I would LOVE to share with you. 

It's Time.

Our Kitchen Counter This Morning. Today is the first "OFFICIAL" Day 1 of RVL for B & I! Since it's launch, of course we have taken the supplements, used the shakes as meal relpacements, and have eaten more of these bars than anything else (SO SO yummy)...but until today...we haven't done the entire program. Step by step. It is our time to achieve our best bodies & begin living...OUR BEST LIFE! We only get one body, one life...it's up to us to make both...ALL that we've ever dreamed! 

BRAKFAST... Shake

SNACK... 1/2 Bar & Pill

LUNCH... Shake

SNACK... 1/2 Bar & Pill

Dinner... Anything Sensible

*Our Pills (pictured above) were from the pre-launch, and that's why they are in a plain white bottle. The "real" ones are pictured below. 

OVERVIEW

Whether you want to lose 5 or 75 pounds, maintain a healthy weight, or improve your overall nutritional well being, the MonaVie RVL Premier Weight Solution is for you.* Delivering more nutrition per calorie than leading brands, this advanced system gets to the root of weight management: healthy nutrition.

Packed with a diversity of macro-, micro-, and phytonutrients, MonaVie RVL helps you manage your weight in a healthy way. Featuring a delicious shake mix, crave-worthy snack bar, and all natural, metabolism boosting supplement, this premier weight solution has everything you need to reach your ideal weight. Say goodbye to unwanted pounds and hello to your best self today.

RVL NUTRITION SHAKE MIX

When it comes to managing your weight, every calorie counts; however, all calories are not created equal. That’s why MonaVie RVL Nutrition Shake Mix utilizes smart calories. These nutrient dense calories provide a high return on your caloric intake so you stock up on nutrients, not calories. In fact, just one serving of MonaVie RVL Shake Mix delivers a wider array of nutrients than a typical meal—in half the calories.

RVL DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

While exercising regularly and eating a sensible diet are key to any weight management plan, sometimes running laps and counting calories just aren’t enough. Now you can naturally boost your metabolism with the MonaVie RVL Dietary Supplement.

RVL NUTRITION SNACK BAR

While unhealthy snacking can add hundreds of empty calories and sabotage your weight management plan, MonaVie RVL Nutrition Snack Bars indulge your taste buds without compromising your goal weight.* Designed to help satisfy cravings between meals, they’re delicious and nutritious.

PROGRAM

No matter what your inspiration—skinny jeans, better health, your friends and family—MonaVie RVL is your strategy for success. Delivering more nutrition per calorie than leading brands^§, this total health program has everything you need to manage your weight in a healthy way.*

Step 1: Visit monaviervl.com every day, create a customized online profile, and track your progress. This free tool makes it easy to stay on track.

• Record your calories
• Maintain food and fitness logs
• Read success stories
• • Download delicious, low calorie recipes
• Get motivated

Step 2: Use MonaVie RVL Premier Weight Solution products as directed to achieve your weight management goal.

Step 3: Participate in a minimum of 30 minutes of physical activity^† most—if not all—days of the week.

* When used as a complete system and combined with a sensible diet and regular exercise.

† If you have any health concerns, please contact your physician prior to starting a weight management or exercise program.

§ Comparison based on U.S. products.

FACTS

• The U.S. weight loss market is a $58 billion industry
• In 2009, more than 72 million Americans tried dieting
• An estimated 75% of all dieters use a do-it-yourself method to lose weight
• 77% of Americans have tried to lose weight at least once in their life
• 66% of all U.S. adults are overweight or obese

SO who's with us? Let's do it together & encourage each other...EVERY step of the way! Today is the first day of the rest of your life! It is NEVER too late to live the life you've always dreamed of! 

REVEAL YOURSELF.

You are beautiful. You are worth it! 

Godesses/Gods...Unite,