Food & Drink
Oatmega Protein Bar

SweatTheStyle_oatmegaOatmega Bars are a great post workout treat as well as an amazing way to pack in antioxidants! These bars have 3 cups worth of decaf Green Tea antioxidants as well as 300 mg of EPA and DHA (important omega 3 fatty acids). They’re only made of organic ingredients and are non-GMO.

Unlike many other bars Oatmega uses whey protein from grass-fed cattle. These bars are also low in fat with only 190 calories, 5 grams of sugar and no fake sweeteners!  You will for sure stay on track with your fitness goals! Now let’s get to the taste… Organic Cane Sugar, Organic White Chocolate, and Organic Cocoa Butter are among some of the amazing organic ingredients in these bars. The packaging is even catchy with each flavor being the secondary color. Brown for brownie. Orange for chocolate peanut butter. Pink for white chocolate raspberry. Yellow for lemon chia. Beige for vanilla almond. Blue for blueberry. A yummy experience all around!

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Sun Cups by Free2B Foods

SweatTheStyle_suncupsResearchers estimate that up to 15 million Americans have food allergies. Some suffer from these allergies from birth while others develop them over time. These Dark Chocolate Sun Cups  by Free2B Foods are the leading chocolate cup for anyone dealing with food allergies.

Made with premium dark chocolate and a creamy sunflower butter filling, Dark Chocolate Sun Cups are the perfect healthy alternative to traditional peanut butter cups! All of their products are free of seven of the top eight allergens: peanuts, wheat/gluten, eggs, shellfish, tree nuts, soy, and fish. They also plan on making their facility and products dairy free very soon! The texture of the sunflower butter is so smooth while the dark chocolate is very rich in flavor making the perfect combination for the ultimate healthy sweet.

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Good Clean Energy!

SweatTheStyle_runa_teaKeeping your energy up during the day can sometimes be a challenge. While studies show exercise is a great way to fight fatigue and gain energy sometimes we need a quick fix. Runa tea to the rescue! Runa was created using a leaf called Guayusa, which is an Amazonian super-leaf naturally packed with caffeine, polyphenols, and 15 essential amino acids which provides clean, focused energy. With the same caffeine content as coffee, and double the antioxidants as green tea, Runa tea contains no tannins and therefore lacks the bitter taste sometimes associated with green and black teas. Instead, it tastes smooth and naturally sweet.

Runa Tea is a great way to start your morning or to use as an afternoon pick me up! Compounds in Guayusa give you sustained and focused energy without using harsh chemicals that cause you to burn out later. Runa Tea is a great clean and organic way to add some pep to your step.

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YES Strawberry Coconut Snack Bar

SweatTheStyle_yesbarLet’s face it, the easiest way to stay on your health kick is to have yummy healthy snacks at your fingertips at all times. Health bars are a great option as they often contain dried fruit and nuts, which is a good source of fiber. The new YES bars are grain free and have no preservatives or fillers of any kind.

To make them even better every single ingredient in the YES bar is REAL FOOD. The ingredients include real bites of California strawberries mixed with cream coconut flakes and nuts creating an amazing flavor! These bars are also low in sugar yet still sweet, chewy, and flavorful. They currently come in 4 different flavors: Macadamia Chocolate, Mocha Cayenne, Black Sesame Sea Salt, and Strawberry Coconut.

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Milk Sunshine Skin Tint

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I think I speak for all of us when I say there is nothing worse than wearing foundation that is too heavy, especially in the summer. Durable, breathable, and smooth are key words when it comes to choosing the best foundation.

Milk Studios Sunshine Skin Tint is a fresh take on liquid foundation. This featherweight foundation makes it easy to achieve a flawless complexion while protecting your skin with SPF30. Packed with ingredients ranging from avocado to grapeseed oil, this Skin Tint is perfect for target coverage and overall skin tone. Not only is this product vegan but it’s also preservative-free; something you could previously only get in powder foundations. On top of all of the obvious perks, it comes packaged in an easy and convenient tube with a rollerball tip that glides on the skin perfectly. This makes it super easy to throw in your gym bag without having to worry about compacts and brushes. The less make-up to carry the better!

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Queen Of The Court

AdrianneHo_TennisTraining_IG-3 AdrianneHo_TennisTraining_IG-7AdrianneHo_TennisTraining_IG-8With the U.S. Open starting next week in NYC, more and more people are hitting the courts to play tennis. Whether you’re a novice or have been playing for years the benefits of the sport are endless. As someone who has started playing only in the past few years I can personally say that the sport has improved my level of fitness. The quick aerobic movements I do while playing  burns calories and keeps my heart rate up. In addition to cardiovascular health, the game also provides strength training for your legs, arms and upper body while swinging the racket tones the core… talk about a full body workout!

I like to start a session by warming up with a stretch and light jog. Once my body is warmed up I get a feel for the ball by playing half court and then move back to the baseline to work my forehand and backhand. It’s a good idea to have a focused strategy to your workout. Repetition of good form is key to the sport. No matter your level, keep at it and most of all have fun!

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Italian Summer Bucatini Pasta

SweatTheStyle_CattyBoomBattyItalian Summer Bucatini Pasta-2A light vegetarian pasta is the perfect way to end a long summer day. We turned to Chef Catty Boom Batty to create a seasonal summer dish that is as nutrient rich as it is tasty. After visiting the local farmers market and picking up fresh bucatini pasta from McCall’s she created this Italian Summer Bucatini Pasta. Zucchini adds a soft crunch to the pasta while the combination of onions, tomatoes, capers, garlic, and basil naturally creates a light, classic Italian flavored juicy sauce. With plenty of healthy veggies that offset the fresh pasta, you will feel happy and satisfied from just one plate.

When using fresh organic ingredients with simple cooking methods you’ll see that the foods we often consider “fattening” or “unhealthy” are actually the opposite. You just need to get back to the basics of clean, organic, natural, food.
SweatTheStyle_CattyBoomBattyItalian Summer Bucatini PastaIngredients:
Serves 3
12 oz Fresh Bucatini Pasta
1/3 c Medium Diced Onion
1/2 Zucchini
1/4 c Chopped Basil
1 ea Medium Diced Heirloom Tomato
1/2 Lemon for Juicing
3 Cloves Garlic Minced
1/4 c Chopped and Pitted Ligurian Olives
1/4 c Chopped Capers
1t Red Pepper Flaked
4T Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3T French Unsalted Butter
Kosher Salt to Taste

SweatTheStyle_CattyBoomBattyItalian Summer Bucatini Pasta-3Directions:
In a large pot bring water to a boil, season with salt so it tastes like the sea. Add about 2T oil and then add the fresh pasta. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, drain and set aside.

In a large saute pan add 2T oil over medium heat. Then add the zucchini, try to get a little golden brown color then add the onion and garlic, stir until the onion is translucent. Add the tomato and cook for about 1 minute, then add the butter, capers, olives, red pepper flakes, and squeeze of lemon juice. When the butter has fully melted, add the bucatini pasta and mix together, then garnish with basil. Season with salt to taste.

Recipe by: Catty Boom Batty

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