Drinking Water Has A Plethora Of Health Benefits

Bella Breakdown Drinking water is one of the best things humans can do for themselves. Why? Well, we need water. And when we don’t get water, a whole stew of problems can arise. I’m getting thirsty just thinking about the health benefits. Water helps every part of the body, from your head down to your feet. So, let’s start with the head. Firstly, water can prevent headaches. When people get dehydrated, they can often get a splitting pain in their heads. So, drink water to prevent headaches or if you are prone to headaches. Water also gives your brain...

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What Are Essential Oils, Anyways?

Bella Breakdown I love using my diffuser to make my apartment smell AH-mazing. I have all of the essential oils on the market – lavender, lemongrass, grapefruit, frankincense, eucalyptus – you name it, I have it. And I know the basic science behind it all. Certain scents will make me feel a certain way. For example, if I put lavender in my diffuser, it helps me feel calm and relaxed. If I put grapefruit in my diffuser, I will feel more energized and awake. But beyond how they make me feel, I didn’t really know where they come from...

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Go Outside! Your Body And Mind Will Thank You Later

Bella Breakdown As someone who lives, works, and plays in Steamboat, Colorado, I am constantly reaping the benefits of being in nature. The feeling I get when I go outside is exactly why I moved here in the first place. I love the moment when I walk out of my work space after a long day and finally get to see the way the light plays with the aspen trees, and feel the cold wind on my face. There is nothing that lifts my mood and makes me more content than the sun on my skin, breathing fresh air,...

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Taylor Swift Knows That Haters Gonna Hate, Hate, Hate

Bella Breakdown Whether you love her or you hate her, you gotta admit that Taylor Swift is unstoppable. (Hint: in case you want to know, I freaking love her.) She has been spinning platinum records, winning awards, and making millions for years now. This year was no different. she continues to succeed, and her success has been validated by the iHeartRadio Tour of the Year Award. This past year, people thought that her climb up the musical ladder might finally come to an end with her Reputation Tour. For six months before the show, critics were claiming that her...

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Beach-To-Street Fashion Trends

Bella Breakdown When I recently traveled to Mexico, I brought a few cover-ups to wear over my swimsuit to the beach. On our first day, as we were driving to a resort, I saw a group of girls riding on these cute beach cruisers and rocking their swimsuits as a part of their outfit. Then, I had a revelation: swimsuits aren’t meant to be “covered up”! We should flaunt them and wear them as fashion pieces whenever we can! So, here are some ways you can use your swimsuit as a key part of your outfit: 1. As a...

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