Boost Your Immune System Through Your Diet
Bella Breakdown Getting sick can take the wind out of your sails but there are a couple of ways you can boost your immune system, especially through your diet. We give you a list of foods that can help boost your immune system and improve your overall health. Fruits Fruits are a great source of natural vitamins and sugars that help strengthen your immune system. Fruits packed in antioxidants help support a healthy immune system including pomegranates, elderberries, and acai berries. Watermelon is a hydrating snack that is good for your immune system. If you’re not the biggest fan...
Delicious Theme Park Treats That Are A Must-Try
Bella Breakdown Everyone loves a fun day at the theme park! Some ride might be too scary but everyone can indulge in a sweet theme park treat. We reveal some of the tastiest and Instagram-worthy theme park treats. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is known for butterbeer but there is a cooler way to enjoy this sweet treat. Butterbeer ice cream is a delicious alternative to the drink and will help beat the heat while walking the theme park all day. Epcot is known for featuring the best theme park treats from around the world and they offer...
Why Eating Honey Before Bed Is Good For You
Bella Breakdown You probably shouldn’t eat before bed, but if you are, the one thing you should eat is a spoonful of honey. It’s no secret the many benefits of honey, so of course, it is no surprise that there are upsides to eating honey when it comes to your sleep. Honey is rich in antioxidants, contains antibacterial properties, can help cholesterol levels, and is known to help with weight loss. Ignore the sayings about the sugar content in honey because, despite the sweetness, honey helps you burn fat more quickly. Replace the sugar you use in your nighttime...
Replace Unhealthy Snacks With This Recipe For Zucchini Chips
Bella Breakdown Simple Baked Zucchini Chips Pass on the potato chips and try this healthy snack alternative made with simple, healthy ingredients. Once you'll try these zucchini chips, you'll be hooked on this healthy snack. The best part is you can customize any way you like with herbs and spices. Print Recipe Pin Recipe EquipmentMandolin Veggie SlicerPastry Brush Ingredients 2 tbsp. Olive Oil1 large ZucchiniKosher Salt (for taste, as desired)Herb or Spice Of Choice (optional) Instructions Preheat the oven to 225 °F. Line two 17" baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Cut the ends of the zucchini off and start slicing on the mandolin...
How Changing Your Diet Can Help You Live Longer
Bella Breakdown Man has searched centuries for the secret of living longer and there are a couple of countries around the world that hold the secret. Scientists and researchers have indicated 5 countries around the world called blue zones that have citizens with a high population of centenarians (people who are over 100 years of age). Scientists have researched blue zones to find the secret of living a longer life and diet seems to play a big role. Here are a couple of changes you can make to your diet to ensure you live a long and healthy life....
The Delicate And Enriched History Of Saffron
Bella Breakdown Exotic spices can cost a pretty penny at the market, including the delicate saffron spice. Saffron can cast as much as $10,000 per kilogram due to the delicate harvest process that can only be done by hand. Saffron has a rich history spanning thousands of years as being one of the most sought-after spices in the world. Saffron isn’t only for cooking, it can also be used as a dye and medicine. For only one gram of saffron, 150 saffron flowers are harvested with most of the less expensive saffron found in grocery stores that could be...
Extravagant And Expensive Tasting Wine For Affordable Prices
Bella Breakdown Finding a fine wine can seem expensive but you just have to learn some wine sommelier tricks to find some true gems. Here is a list of extravagant wines that taste expensive but are affordable with a variety of prices. Every gal says yay for rosé with a light floral scent and sweet taste for a glass full of pink perfection. The Réserve Côtes du Rhône Rosé 2017 by Famille Perrin is only $14 for a bottle and features the family coat-of-arms celebrating their French heritage. This rosé wine has notes of grapefruit for a fresh and...
Why Target is so Special to this 7 Year Old’s Birthday?
Shalini Samtani, former attorney and mom of 2, never imagined that she would be so happy to celebrate her youngest child 7th birthday at Target! I know, it seems like an odd victory. However, five years ago Shalini was just so grateful to be spending her daughter’s 2nd birthday outside of the hospital-a scary experience they were unfortunately all too familiar with. Instead, this week, they celebrate the little girl’s 7th birthday at Target where their toy line Open The Joy®, inspired by their earlier years at the hospital, just launched! She tells us the story about how this...
