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Back-to-School Snacks You Can Feel Good About Serving
Back to school may look a little different this year, but one thing hasn’t changed: kids need healthy and delicious snacks to tide them over between meals!
Mary’s Gone Crackers takes the complication out of nutrition and will satisfy the pickiest eaters. Gluten-free, plant-based, organic and non-GMO, Mary’s is allergen friendly and their 15 flavor varieties offer endless possibilities for delicious pairings!
Try the Original crackers with Nutella + raspberries, or the Super Seed variety with ricotta + blueberries + honey. Or, eat them straight out of the box, guilt-free.
You can also use these great crackers to fix a meal. Let’s see what we can do:
CRISPY PANCETTA WITH GOAT CHEESE AND FIGS
With Original Black Pepper Crackers
INGREDIENTS
- 6 whole ripe figs, rinsed, dried, and sliced
- 4oz of plain goat cheese
- 12 thin slices of pancetta cut in half lengthwise
- 12 arugula leaves
- 12 Original Black Pepper Crackers
PREPARATION
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Place pancetta in a single layer on a baking sheet
- Bake pancetta until crisp *this can range from 6-15 minutes dependent on the thickness of the slices and the heat of the oven. We recommend keeping a close eye on them.
- Drain pancetta crisps on a paper towel and cool (about 10 minutes)
- On our Black Pepper Crackers, place the crispy pancetta, spread the goat cheese, and top with the fig slices and one arugula leaf
BLACK PEPPER
One for the pepper people!The world consists of two types of people: those who crave salt and those who adore pepper. If you’re the latter, this is your cracker! Mary’s Gone Crackers has taken their traditional recipe of organic, gluten free, whole grain brown rice, quinoa, flax seeds, and sesame seeds and added a fresh kick of organic black pepper. With Mary’s Gone Crackers® Black Pepper Crackers you can enjoy the rich, nutty flavor of our original cracker and the smoky heat pepper lovers live for.
APRICOT, ENDIVE, MINT & GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH GLAZED BALSAMIC
with BASIL & GARLIC Crackers
INGREDIENTS
- 2 heads of endives, sliced in half lengthwise
- 3 apricots, pitted, diced
- 1 log of goat cheese
- 2 leaves of mint, torn
- 4 tbs of glazed balsamic
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Healthful and Delicious Kombucha For Your Early Fall Adventures
Are we really in fall season already? Temperatures are still heating up and we are all eager to take on the outdoors, hit the beach, and grill with some friends (while practicing social distancing)! KÖE Kombucha makes the ideal companion to keep you hydrated and healthy during your Early Fall excursions.
KÖE Kombucha – the fruit-forward, USDA Organic and packed with probiotics drink – makes a healthier soda swap option to take on any Summer adventure, whether it be a beach trip, shopping excursion, or hike. KÖE was created for non-kombucha drinkers – people seeking a delicious, functional, sparkling beverage without the vinegary taste. Formulated with just 9g sugar and 35 calories in a can, KÖE is shelf stable, perfect to take on-the-go.
KÖE Organic Kombucha Can, Raspberry Dragonfruit
KÖE Organic Kombucha Can, Strawberry Lemonade
KÖE Organic Kombucha Can, Mango
KÖE Organic Kombucha Can, Lemon Lime
KÖE Organic Kombucha Can, Blueberry Ginger
At KÖE, they believe in creating beverages that fit your lifestyle…completely. By that they mean not only is their kombucha healthful in its ability to fortify your digestive system but, unlike others, it is also super convenient because it’s in a can and doesn’t require refrigeration. Yes, that’s right, the team worked for years to figure out the secret to producing a kombucha with probiotics that can live in the can.Why not take KÖE with you when you go; to the beach, hiking, in the car, or just on your desk at work.Take the benefits of KÖE with you when you’re on the go.
KÖE is produced with the highest standards in mind:
- Made with real fruit juice and purees
- No artificial ingredients or sweeteners
- Billions of Live Probiotics per can
- USDA Organic
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Kosher Certified
- 100% Organic Cane Sugar
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LABOR DAY Beauty Sales! Danessa Myricks Beauty (30% OFF Site-Wide!!), Veil Cosmetics Amazon Sale, Bellway, and CHRŌM Toothpolish!
Do you have any plans for the Labor Day long weekend? I guess shopping is one of the things on your list. But if you still feel not safe to shop at a mall, let’s see what to get online. Beauty & Wellness Labor Day Sales are going on, here are four brands that offer amazing Labor Day deals.
Labor Day Sale: Get 30% off sitewide when you use the code TAKEOFF30, from September 4-7, 2020.What can you score? Danessa Myricks Beauty offers high-performance products that give makeup artists and consumers alike the freedom to play outside the box. This Labor Day weekend you can shop site-wide or pick up the brands best-selling products Dew Wet Balms or Colorfix 24-Hour cream colors in a variety of shades!
Labor Day Sale: Complexion Fix Concealer & Sunset Skin Foundation Bundle now on sale through Labor Day Weekend at Amazon.com for $79.99, normally $89!This duo is known for perfecting the no makeup-makeup look with a smooth, radiant and natural looking complexion and offered in a diverse range of 15 shades in Porcelain, Light, Medium, Tan, and Deep with soft pink, neutral or gold undertones.
Labor Day Sale: Use code LABORDAY20 to receive 20% off site-wide through September 5-7, 2020!What can you score? Natural Fiber supplements made with real fruits and no extra chemicals, artificial flavors or sugars! Visit GetBellway.com to select your flavor of choice in Mixed Berry, Raspberry Lemon, or Lemon Lime.
Labor Day Sale: Get 10% off sitewide when you use code FALLSMILES10 from now to September 4, 2020.Toothpolish, is just like nail polish for your teeth! This 24 hour wear tooth polish comes in bright colors, whites, metallics, glitters, and glow — perfect for parties, holidays, and daily wear.You May Also Like
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Rubio’s Offers FREE Kids Meals Every Wednesday in September
Rubio’s Coastal Grill has announced that kids eat free every Wednesday in September in locations across California, Arizona and Nevada. Get a free kids meals with the purchase of any adult entree using the coupon. https://www.rubios.com/coupons/free-kids-meal-purchase-adult-entree.
“Quarantine and remote learning have been incredibly challenging for so many and we want to make it easier for busy families to enjoy a great meal as the new school year starts,” said Ralph Rubio, co-founder of Rubio’s. “Guests can get any kids meal on the menu free, with the purchase of an adult entrée, every Wednesday in September. Choices include the popular Kids Bean & Cheese Burrito, Kids Chicken Bowl and the recently added Build Your Own Tacos kids meal, all served with two sides and a drink.”
Operations at Rubio’s have shifted greatly due to COVID-19. While food safety and cleanliness have always been a top priority at Rubio’s, new initiatives include tamper-proof seals on all delivery orders, daily health checks for all team members, protective face coverings and gloves, extensive sanitizing and disinfecting of restaurants and patios, strict social distancing protocols inside and outside, and contact-free curbside or express pickup and free delivery, on all orders of $20 or more.
Guests are encouraged to order through the Rubio’s app and Rubios.com. For more information about Rubio’s Coastal Grill and to view the menu, visit Rubio’s, Facebook and Instagram
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Plastic Surgery Before and After – 6 Care Tips For You
Enhancing one’s features comes in many ways. Nowadays, people can choose from going through a plastic surgery procedure or a much safer one with cosmetics or fitness programs. For years, a popular choice is a process involving knives going under the skin. Many people today still don’t mind the pain to meet their standards of beauty.
Experts with years of experience are certified to bring successful results, for example with brow lift surgery. What patients need to worry about is what goes before and after the procedure. Have you noticed that complications happen after surgeries? Then, a big lump of problems stems from not preparing yourself before surgery.
Preparation may include researching the experts, learning more about a procedure’s suitability, and more. In 2020, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery – ISAPS.org advises patients to know certified surgeons wherever they are.
Along with that, patients must know how to care for themselves during recovery. Follow on this list; we have 3 care tips before surgery and 3 to do tips for you to help with recovery.
Preparing before Plastic Surgery: 3 Things To Ask Yourself
So you have probably seen and consulted with an expert to conduct your surgery. The next thing is for you to allow yourself to prepare and be in good condition. You might encounter the hype when people successfully enhanced their look with pins and needles. But before you achieve beauty, you must first take caution for letting yourself bleed. You must prepare your mind and the body for surgery.
- Am I Mentally Prepared? Being mentally prepared involves making wise decisions and planning. It is a common mistake for most people to just take advice from friends. Bear in mind that they are patients like you. Your first step should be doing your research on the experts in this field. Consult first, and take note of some important instructions. One of the expert jobs is to make sure that the patients will fully commit to the whole procedure.
- Am I Physically Fit for the Surgery? Knowing your own physical limitations and capacity is essential. Depending on how difficult or how long the procedure, your physical condition must meet the requirement. Know the name of what the surgery is called. Be mindful of what body part is affected and what risks are involved. Exposure to procedural risks will be minimized if you are physically fit for the process. Also, taking vitamins and other health supplements can help you be fit. Additionally, it does not mean that having fats or skins reduced makes you want to savor the days and satisfy your cravings. Going through a well-balanced exercise and diet is your first step.
- Do I have other non-surgical alternatives? Okay. Now you have done your search. Yes? Talked with an expert. Alright! That is so commendable! Still, a more critical question for you before any procedure is to know if there are alternatives. That is the real goal of preparing. Plastic surgeons are like doctors. Sometimes, it is expected that they will not recommend you going under the knife. It might be, as tip number two reveals, that you are physically not qualified. There are alternatives out there. So, don’t worry. Having no plastic surgery for you is not the end of your health and wellness journey!
After the Procedure: Recovery
Taking care of yourself after the procedure weighs equally as your preparation. There are 3 main important recovery rules for you after plastic surgery.
- Have Time to recover. Bleeding or hematoma, ugly scars, and deformations on your skin or body parts – These are the reasons why you want to take full recovery and rest after body enhancement. So set enough time. Take a vacation if you must. Also, important is to rest in a conducive location. This can be at your home. You should be free to take rest and be free from stress.
- Communicate with your Specialists Your surgeon will leave some prescriptions for you to help in recovery. Do not neglect them. If some medicines harm you, communicate it with your surgeon to make changes. It matters to ask for other assistance. Do not be ashamed to seek support or a helper at home. You might also be prevented from doing strenuous exercises, so call your surgeon from time to time and update them about your recovery.
- Post-Surgery Counselling This might sound weird to you. But, emotional changes are as much as problematic as your physical pains from healing wounds. Emotional scars can be tough to recover from. Changing your look can make you critical of yourself. You might not love the outcome at first, or you may experience indecisiveness post the surgery. Actually, that is normal. The solution is to talk it out with your surgeon. Your surgeon understands precisely how you feel. You might not be the first patient to experience that. It is helpful to get their opinion too.
Have your trusted friends and family members at your side after the surgery. Their affirmations and support are vital during these moments. Accept their love above everything else.
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Never too Late to Reduce Sugars and Calories
Summer officially said goodbye to us. Now we are at the season ready for the cold weather. This year goes so fast and all of us know the reason. We have been quarantined for too long. I believe you are like me, the most fun thing at home is to cook! Cooking at home sounds healthy, but if you are a sweet tooth, all the sugar will bring so much “sweet weight” on you. Glad it’s never too late to start your new journey with natural sweeteners.
Recent years have marked a major shift in attitudes toward added sugars and how they impact the health of Americans. The American Heart Association recommends a daily added sugar intake of no more than 36 grams/9 teaspoons/150 calories for men and 25 grams/6 teaspoons/100 calories for women and children (ages 2-19). Added sugars are those which are not naturally occurring. Examples of natural sugars include those found in fruits, vegetables, and milk.
SweetLeaf® Stevia Sweetener is a delicious, no-sugar, zero-calorie alternative which can help you stay within the recommended guidelines for daily added or hidden sugars. Reduce or eliminate sugars by adding SweetLeaf® as a delicious replacement. With no artificial sweeteners, no sugars, no carbohydrates, and a non-glycemic response, SweetLeaf® adds tasty sweetness to everything from hot and cold beverages to foods and recipes.
SweetLeaf® Stevia Sweetener Packets
One of these little packets is as sweet as two teaspoons of sugar! SweetLeaf stevia packets have the same great quality the customers have come to expect, and you’ll notice an even more delicious taste that will have you coming back for more.
SweetLeaf® Stevia Sweetener Shaker
Ready to shake things up? SweetLeaf 4-oz. shaker jar delivers the perfect amount of delicious stevia sweetener with just a simple-you guessed it-shake! You’ll find the awesome SweetLeaf® quality you’ve come to expect with a new taste that is crisp and delicious. Use this product in your coffee, oatmeal or anything else you’d like to shake a little sweetness on.
SWEETLEAF® LIQUID STEVIA SWEET DROPS
SweetLeaf® Sweet Drops® Liquid Stevia is a tasty, convenient, and calorie-free way to flavor water, yogurt, oatmeal, smoothies, coffee, and so much more. Available in a wide variety of delicious, award-winning flavors.
Just about everyone loves a little bit of delicious flavor to perk up the sweetness in foods and beverages. A simple way to drop in fun flavors to just about anything is wanted. Thus, Sweet Drops® were launched. Now with 16 yummy flavors, there is a convenient way to flavor many foods and beverages like yogurt, oatmeal, coffee, and so much more. Enjoy the SweetLeaf® sweetness, one drop at a time and add a variety of fun to your foods and beverages.
SweetLeaf® Water Drops®
Hydrate deliciously, without artificial sweeteners. SweetLeaf®Water Drops® are a convenient, sugar-free, and gluten-free hydration enhancer available in six fruit-flavored blends. Add to still or sparkling water to take it from boring to WOW!
Sweet tooth recipes
STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE PASTRIES
Ingredients:
Pastry Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 ½ cup unsalted cold butter
- ½ cup cold water
Filling Ingredients:
- 1 cup strawberry jam
- 3 packets SweetLeaf® Stevia Sweetener
- 1½ cup cream cheese, softened
- Sugar-free vanilla syrup, to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Pastry: Combine flour and salt. Add cold butter. Stir in cold water until thick dough forms. Shape dough. Chill in the fridge for one hour. Fold pastries as desired.
Filling: Mix cream cheese, strawberry jam, SweetLeaf Stevia, and syrup with electric mixer. Add filling to center of dough and fold in.
Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
VEGAN SALTED CARAMEL COCONUT ICE CREAM
Ingredients:
- 1 cup soy milk
- 1 can coconut milk
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
- 2 tsp. tapioca starch
- ½ tsp. xanthan gum
- ¼ cup coconut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ tsp. salt
- 1 Tbsp. soy milk powder
- 1 tsp. vanilla powder
- 2-5 drops SweetLeaf 2-oz Liquid Stevia
Directions:
Ice Cream
Whisk everything together except the salt, maple syrup and coconut butter. Bring mixture to a boil, then let it cool and thicken. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate, making sure a skin doesn’t form.Coconut Caramel
Mix together the coconut butter, maple syrup and salt.When ice cream base is chilled, pour into an ice cream maker and churn for 30 minutes.
With the ice cream maker running, add the coconut caramel mixture and briefly continue to churn so that coconut caramel streaks are visible throughout the mixture.
Remove from ice cream maker and store in freezer. Serve on a cone with almond butter drizzle and shredded coconut.
MOCHA SMOOTHIE
Ingredients:
Dry Mix
- 3 Tbsp. SweetLeaf® Organic Stevia Extract
- 1 cup dry milk powder
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder, to taste
- 3-4 tsp. instant coffee, to taste
- 2/3 cup powdered Coffeemate Sugar Free Creamy Chocolate non-dairy creamer
For Each One-Serving Drink
- 4 oz. 2% milk
- 2 Tbsp. chocolate syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes, more as desired
Directions:
Dry Mix
Blend all Dry Mix ingredients together and store in a plastic container.
(Enough for approximately 10 servings.)For Each One-Serving Drink
Put milk into a blender. Add chocolate syrup and approximately 3 Tbsp., slightly rounded, of dry ingredients. Add ice cubes.
Blend until smooth and serve!
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