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Intermittent Fasting
My essentials.
If you’re going to try to lose weight, no matter what diet you’re on- whether intermittent fasting, keto, the mediterranean diet- you really need to know what a portion size is. You need a food scale. I use the my scale for portion sizes, but I also buy staples for my freezer like ground beef and chicken in bulk, and measure out 1lb packs for freezing. Nicewell Food Scale, 22lb Digital Kitchen Scale Weight Grams and oz for Cooking Baking, 1g/0.1oz Precise Graduation, Stainless Steel and Tempered Glass
If you’ve never tracked your steps before, this is a great way to get started. My husband will not wear a watch and hates to carry his phone everywhere, so this is a perfect step tracker for someone like him. 3D Pedometer for Walking, Simple Step Counter for Walking with Large Digital Display, Step Tracker with Removable Clip Lanyard, Accurately Track Steps for Men Women Kids Adults Seniors
When I first started tracking my steps I went with a Fitbit. I like the fact that it tracks other wellness areas such as sleep and heart rate. There are a variety of options and several price points. Fitbit Step, Health and Fitness Trackers
This is the book that taught me how to intermittent fast. Fast. Feast. Repeat. explains why intermittent fasting works, exactly what to do, and a fast start plan to get you going. Fast.Feast. Repeat by Gin Stephens
Food & Meal Prep
You don’t need a fancy crock pot to get the job done. This is the updated version of the one I have and it does everything I need. Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
If you’re going to prep food you have to have the right containers. I love these containers and they have a variety of sets, depending on what you need. They have set that do it all… I like being able to prep food for the week, store leftovers, and have a variety of containers to pack for my lunch, a road trip or the beach. Rubbermaid Food Storage Solutions
I have always wanted one of these and I finally got the nerve up to buy it! This one has a hand guard so there’s no chance of me shredding my knuckles! OXO Good Grips Handheld Mandoline Slicer,White
I’ve had a cast iron skillet for about fifteen years now, and I swear I use it five times per week. It really is the perfect skillet- so easy to cook something on the stovetop then put it in the oven to finish. I actually even prefer cooking steaks in the cast iron over the grill! Backcountry Iron 12 Inch Round Large Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet
When we were on our year-long rv trip we had dinner one night at Saltgrass Steak House in Odessa, TX. I had the best white cosmo made with St Germain elderflower liqueur, and the ribeye I had was absolutely delicious. This is my go-to seasoning for steaks and even burgers.. Saltgrass Seven -7- Steak Spice
Fifty years of Connecticut pizza makes me, I believe, a bit of an expert on what good pizza tastes like. When we moved south, we quickly realized that not everywhere has great pizza like we had in CT. I started experimenting with making pizza at home, and now - unless we’re back home in CT- we make our own pizza. I have to say, with the right equipment, my homemade pizza is pretty good! Cuzi Gourmet XL 4-Piece Pizza Stone Set - 15" Thermal Shock Resistant Cordierite Pizza Baking Stone, 22" Natural Bamboo Pizza Peel & Pizza Cutter Rocker - Large Pizza Stone for Grill and Oven
This Fall It’s All About Red…
Red is popping up everywhere this Fall. Here are a few of my favorite ways to incorporate this fun accent color into your everyday life!
This Fall you’re going to start seeing red as the “pop of color” everyone is adding to their wardrobe, and I could not be happier about it! I love red!. As someone who has a pretty neutral wardrobe- black, white, cream, tan, navy and gray- red is the perfect compliment. A great way to add red is with a pair of shoes, and I absolutely love these… they’ll look as great with a pair of jeans as they will with dresses, skirts and dress pants. C.Paravano Mary Jane Shoes for Women | Women Flats | Womens Square Toe Flats | Leather Mary Jane
A handbag is a great way to add red to your wardrobe! LOVE this bag... it's both pretty and stylish! BOSTANTEN Women Leather Handbags Designer Tote Purse Bucket Bags Medium
This is my all-time FAVORITE red nail color! I've been wearing Big Apple Red for years, and I'll definitely be wearing it this fall! OPI Infinite Shine, Big Apple Red, 0.5 fl. oz.
Add a scarf in your hair as a headband, around your neck, or with your blazer or jacket. A scarf is a fun way to add red to your outfit. Don't be afraid to stand out! Shanlin Unisex Cotton Square Scarf Bandanas
Switching out your watch band is a fun way to add color! SONAMU New York | Epsom / Barenia / Goat Leather Band with Square Buckle
In love with these Kendra Scott red hoops. Kendra Scott Jovie Beaded Hoop Earrings Gold Bronze Veined Red Fuchsia One Siz
Personal Care Products
Everyone needs a good vitamin C serum and one won’t break the bank. Just be sure you do not only your face, but also your neck and the tops of your hands, too. Oh and it smells like oranges! Nip+Fab Vitamin C Fix Concentrate Extreme 15% 1 fl oz | Face Skin Radiance Booster | 3 Forms of Vitamin C | Ferulic Acid | Skin Protection | Moisturizing Hydrating Antioxidant
I’m a fan of this product line, especially the magnesium and the coffee. LiveGood is like a shopping club, and I like the fact that I can pay the membership monthly or yearly for a discount. High quality wellness products at great prices. LiveGood Health & Wellness
I started using this foundation a little over a year ago, and absolutely love it. I love a dewy complexion, and this, coupled with the Jones Road Miracle Balm gives me the light coverage, dewy glow I want. Jones Road What The Foundation
I started using this cleanser about a week ago…it’s a keeper, especially for the price! Nip + Fab Glycolic Acid Fix Foaming Cleanser for Face with Olive Oil, Exfoliating Resurfacing AHA Facial Cleansing Foam Wash for Exfoliation Even Tone Brighten Skin, Fine Lines and Wrinkles.
I have been wearing the scent since it was first introduced in 2001. I can remember walking through the fragrance section of Nordstrom and having them spray me. That was it… I was hooked! I’ve tried other perfumes but always come back to this one. More than twenty years later and I still get weekly compliments and people asking me what scent I’m wearing. I love it because it’s a very casual, refreshing scent that can be worn daily. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue
Currently loving this cleanser! It’s foamy, it cleanses and exfoliates without the tightness or dryness, extremely hydrating and my skin looks super healthy and bright. Glo Skin Beauty Phyto-Active Cream Cleanser | Rinses Away Impurities for Improved Radiance
II’ve been using this night cream for a decade and it is absolutely the number one reason my skin looks as good as it does. If I had to narrow down my anti aging to just one product, this would be it. Nerium Age Defying Night Cream by Laurel Rose
My hairdresser got me hooked on this product…I have coarse, gnarly hair so I think this photo speaks for itself. And in case you’re wondering, yep, this is my actual hair! Olaplex No 6 Bond Smoother, 3.3 Fl Oz
You know that scent - the scent at your hair salon - that makes you feel pampered? This is that scent! I don’t love hairspray, but this is a nice light hold and an absolutely beautiful spa-like scent. My hairdresser also taught me a trick with hairspray: after you’ve styled, spray a small amount on your hands and smooth over your hair to keep the frizz and flyaways at bay. Aveda Air Control Light Hold Hair Spray, 8.2 Ounce
This was the first Jones Road product I ordered, and I actually ordered 2- the Dusty Rose, and Au Natural. Dusty Rose is the perfect amount of blush for me, and Au Natural gives me the glow I’m looking for on days I don’t feel like wearing foundation. Jones Road Miracle Balm
Sometimes you just need a good scrub! I’ve been using Spongelle infused body wash buffers for a few years now and I won’t shower without them! There’s nothing quite like a great neck-to-toe exfoliation, and there’s a scent for everyone! This is one of my “absolutely must try” favorites! You won’t believe how good your skin will feel. Spongelle All In One Beauty Treatment
I’ve been using this day cream for a couple of months now. I was looking for something that was anti aging- smoothing, plumping, brightening and moisturizing without being greasy- and this absolutely fits the bill. I had never used a gel cream and I absolutely love it. It’s got all good stuff in it like Hyaluronic Acid, Polyglutamic Acid, and Tremella, and is also fragrance free. Fantastic price, too! Nip + Fab 2% Hyaluronic Acid Gel Cream for Face Anti-Aging Hydrating Moisturizer for Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Skin-Plumping Skin Care, Smoothing, Moisturizing, Multicolor, 50ML
There’s a reason this mascara is frequently sold out… it’s the perfect mascara. Jones Road The Mascara
Travel Necessities
Having the right bag to carry your toiletries, makeup and other personal care essentials makes packing and bringing everything you really need so much easier! For years I used multiple bags and ended up not packing things I would need, forcing me to buy them on the road. This bag is a great price and really does the job! BAGSMART Toiletry Bag Hanging Travel Makeup Organizer with TSA Approved Transparent Cosmetic Bag Makeup Bag for Full Sized Toiletries
I love to find tech products that make my life easier. I saw an ad for this one and it got me. I read the reviews and they were pretty meh, but it looked to me like something I would totally use if it worked. Well, I was right!!! It makes a perfect tripod for reading a recipe, it bends into a selfie stick, it wraps around things, and the suction is super strong- even suctioned right to my coffee cup! And it’s small enough to for travel. Tenikle® 360° - Flexible Tripod for Phone Camera GoPro, As Seen on Shark Tank, Bendable Suction Cup Camera & Phone Mount, Phone Holder, Compatible w/iPhone & Android
A couple of summers ago my husband came home from a walk on the beach, talking about a sun shade he saw that looked “cool”. We continued to see more of them as the summer went on, and last summer I got the Shibumi for him for Father’s Day! It’s very easy to assemble and as long as you have even a slight breeze it’s going to do its job. We love ours and now take with us when we travel - it packs down to a small lightweight case with strap that make it easy to carry. Shibumi, The World’s Best Beach Shade
A messy car really stresses me out! I love this trash bag because it’s easy to hang on the back of the driver’s seat, is waterproof so even if you spill something in it all you need to do is wipe or rinse it out. No plastic bags required, which I also love.High Road TrashStash Car Trash Bag with Waterproof Lining and Hinged Covered Top for the Front or Back Seat in Cars, SUVs and Trucks
I know what you’re thinking, “why do I need the Cadillac of coolers?” I was not a “Yeti Person” until this cooler with the wheels. If you use a cooler on a regular basis- camping, beach, picnics & cookouts, in hotels and of course road trips- you know the value of a good cooler. This one holds a ton, keeps ice for days, and it’s heavy, but the wheels make it transport friendly! YETI Tundra Haul Portable Wheeled Cooler
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