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Hi friends! I hope you’re enjoying the morning. Some exciting news news today: Beautycounter friends and family is here! Click here to get 15% off my favorite makeup and skincare + 30% off holiday sets. I’ll share some of my top picks in the bottom of this post. What are you up to today? We’re doing the usual hangout and pool rotation over here. A new development: I’ve woken up early to work out the past two days in a row. I’m not a morning person AT ALL but since the Pilot had to leave super early to fly, I went to bed early, too. I can’t decide if I’m a fan yet or not. I’ve gotten pretty used to...

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Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Za’atar

A fast and easy side dish recipe, asparagus is coated with lemon and za’atar and grilled until slightly charred. Syrian salad is my specialty. It has won contests (thank you Cooking Channel! The post Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Za’atar appeared first on The Lemon Bowl®.**Disclaimer – My post often contains affiliate links. All products are ones I have. If you choose to purchase one of these items through the link provided, I will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. All proceeds help support the blog.

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17 Summer Salads You Need This Season

When it comes to food, summer is synonymous to ice creams and firing up the grill. But don’t overlook crispy and cool summer salads! The perfect summer salads do come with a few requirements: they must be vibrantly colorful, juicy, packed with nutrients and filling. No boring iceberg lettuce with cucumber and tomatoes as a side! You can easily assemble a satisfying summer salad by sprinkling a healthy dressing over your greens. Next, add raw, pickled or grilled veggies, fresh herbs and your choice of protein. And don’t forget to top it off with crunchy bites like nuts, seeds or savory granola. I know that adding fruit to savory meals is a controversial topic among foodies. But to me, any excuse to...

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Is Vitamin C Really Good for You?

For several decades now, many of us have held the misbelief that taking vitamin C can actually help treat the common flu once you’ve become sick. But today’s doctors and scientists both agree that this isn’t quite the case. With this sudden revelation, should we look at vitamin C like we have in the past? As a matter of fact, we still can.   Even if we were under the wrong assumption all along about vitamin C, there are still so many benefits and preventive measures that the vitamin brings. Let’s take a closer look at this immune booster and the many beneficial health properties that it has for us. Here’s more on vitamin C and whether it’s really good for...

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Anna Tobias’ recipes for an early summer supper

Asparagus and hollandaise to start, slow-roast duck legs with bacon and onions to follow, with sides of braised peas and lettuce and Jersey royals; and a rice pudding with cherry jam to finishPrep 10 minCook 15 minServes 4 Continue reading...**Disclaimer – This post often contains affiliate links. All products are ones I love. If you choose to buy one of these items through the link , I will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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