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beach babe recap & homemade face scrub

beach babe recap & homemade face scrub by Jess Smith

You know the animal, the lobster?Ya, I'm that that in human form - my whole backside was burnt to a crisp during my weekend away at the beach.I was trying to act like a big shot and tell the sun where to shine being that I've been living in NZ where the sun is extra harsh.Apparently they have a hole in their o-zone layer.When I first…

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tips for keeping healthy on vacation

tips for keeping healthy on vacation by Jess Smith

So you're on vacation - drinks are flowing, laughs are happenin, food is being served - life is GOOD.I'm currently in California for a month with my family, that's a lonnggg time to be on holiday so let's be real I need some consistency, some routine, and some healthy habits to stay on track during this month long bliss. Here I will…

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wise cicada plant-based cafe

wise cicada plant-based cafe by Jess Smith

This little hidden gem is right smack in the middle of Newmarket. I'm in love. Their grocery section is like an iHerb.com, only in physical store-form. First time customers fell free to use my coupon code: QKZ255 for 10 dollars off orders of $40s or more, & 5 dollars off smaller orders. We all know how much I love importing my special…

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pb & berry overnight oats

pb & berry overnight oats by Jess Smith

Good day good people of the Internet. How are we? I'm sure you are hootin and hollering telling me all about how your day is going, but....I'm in the computer so, I can't hear you. If you do want to shout out to me feel free - [email protected] or 'poke' me on facebook - facebook.com/JessnessRequiredWho pokes on facebook…

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25 day slim-down challenge // egg white oatmeal

25 day slim-down challenge // egg white oatmeal by Jess Smith

You like how I paired a healthy recipe with my 'A in ta G - 25 Slim-Down Challenge' don't you? Yeah, it's allll part of the plan, you betta believe it! I know, I'm really clever. One reason why I'm part of the clever girls collective, if you haven't seem them, check em out...now who doesn't like a witty gal?Ok, I'm done. I think my…

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thrive baby, thrive! // creamy kumara mash

thrive baby, thrive! // creamy kumara mash by Jess Smith

Being out of school is real weird, I think everyone experiences this a little. After 16 years of schooling it's hard not to get in the mode of turning stuff in, getting graded and let's be real, most importantly, always seeing your friends. Which is why I seek learning opportunities everywhere I can...**pauses to push up glasses**That…

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get lean wit da GREEN BEAN

get lean wit da GREEN BEAN by Jess Smith

Are you tired when you get home from work? Don't apologize...it's okay! This recipe is healthy and perfect for a no-brainer side dish for dinner.Ingredients//handseyesfancy ingredientslong elaborate directions to followDirections//Spray a baking sheet with cooking oil - canola, coconut oil, whatevsHeat oven to 350 degreesLay out…

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marvelous is....a zucchini pizza sword

marvelous is....a zucchini pizza sword by Jess Smith

marvelous is....a zucchini pizza swordAnother week, another seven days to show life what's up and get er done, work-hard, laugh a lot, and be grateful for the things we have. If you're one of those people who have a gard time starting a new week (cough...Monday's..cough cough) try writing out that sentence on a piece of paper in the…

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black bean & chicken lasagna

black bean & chicken lasagna by Jess Smith

nottt the best lighting, but you get the gist.Ingredients//WholeWheat pasta sheets - GF is available if you need it to be gluten-free1 can of organic black beans - Boiled1 medium tomato - cut into slices like you would for a burger1/2 green bell pepper - choppedshredded chicken - about 1 1/2 cups - I made mine in a crockpot, you can…

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quinoa veggie stuffed bell peps

quinoa veggie stuffed bell peps by Jess Smith

Let's get ancient with today's recipe - quinoa. A grain that's been working for the last 3,000 years? It's got to have some serious food power. In respects of the Around the Plate's 'Eat More Veggies' Challenge here's another simple way to get yo veggie on.Ingredients//2 green bell peppersFrozen mixed veg - I had peas, corn, & carrots…

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