Banana Split Bites

Banana Split Bites
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Who doesn’t love a banana split? I sure do, but I don’t love the calories that come with it. What if I told you that there was a way to get all of the great taste to a banana split, but with only a fraction of the calories? I introduce to you, banana split bites!

Ingredients:

-       24 pieces of pineapple

-       2 bananas sliced into 24 slices

-       1 cup of dark chocolate chips

-       2 tsp coconut oil

-       12 strawberries sliced in half

Grab a cookie sheet and layer the pineapple slices on it. Then layer the bananas on top of the pineapple, then the strawberries. Stick a tooth pick through the layers of fruit and then stick them in the freezer for a few minutes. While they are in the freezer, melt your chocolate chips with your coconut oil on the stove. Dip your fruit into the chocolate and lay them on top of wax paper on a cookie sheet. Stick them in the freezer to cool the chocolate.

Now go enjoy your banana split bites!!

XOXO, Chels

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High School to College Transition: What You Should Know

High School to College Transition: What You Should Know
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Transitioning from high school to college is a big deal.  You’re moving away from home, forced to make new friends, and have to decide what you want to do for the rest of your life.  That’s a lot to think about!  Luckily, there are multiple ways to make this transition easier.

If you are doing a random roommate, take the time to get to know them before you get to school!  If you live far away, text, add each other on social media sites, or talk on the phone!  If you live close, meet up for lunch or shopping.  It’s a great way to break the ice!

It’s important to remember that you’re not alone when you step on campus.  Every single freshman is in your same position, therefore it’s important to be outgoing!  It’s the number one rule to making friends in college.  Don’t be shy to introduce yourself to anyone and everyone you meet.  You might just meet your new best friend!  Also, make a point to get to know your professors.  Having a professor know you personally is a great way to score brownie points and get extra help in class.  They may also be very helpful in the future when it comes to picking classes or getting a job.  It’s also important to make your dorm room as comfortable as possible!  Even though it won’t be like your room at home, try to make it as close as possible!

Do not worry if you have no idea what you want to major in.  Take time your freshman year to decide what you want to do by completing your general education courses first.  This way, you will have another year to decide!

Most importantly, stay true to yourself!  Someone on campus will love you for you, so do not change to be part of a certain crowd.  Soon enough, you will find a close group of friends!  Everything good takes time, right?!  Live it up; college is the best time of your life!

XOXO,

-Chelsea, as told by a college friend

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Coca-Cola Cake!

Coca-Cola Cake!
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Yum, cake!  It’s the perfect end to any meal.  It is also full of sugar and can weigh heavily on the calories.  Although it’s always a family favorite, it’s not something you want to eat all the time.  Fortunately, there is a simple way to enjoy a piece of cake without all the calories.  It’s coca cola cake!  All you need is a can of Diet Coke and a box of your favorite cake mix.

It’s like magic!  Just mix the can of Diet Coke and cake mix in a large bowl.  Then grease your pan and pour the mixture in.  Bake the cake as directed on the box and you’ve got yourself a cake!  These 2 simple ingredients create a wonderful cake with half the calories and sugars!  Try this dessert for your next family meal!  I hope you enjoy!

XOXO,

Chelsea

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Floral Frenzy

Floral Frenzy
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Spring is one of the prettiest times of the year! All around you, flowers are starting to appear! Flowers are not only gorgeous and a perfect gift, but a fashion statement as well. What better time to rock some sunflowers than spring?

If you’ve checked out the latest issues of fashion magazines, you have seen all the popular trends that involve floral jewelry. Chunky necklaces, like the one on the right, are super cute and classy.  To check out some of these necklaces, click here!  Other accessories, such as earrings and bracelets, are just as stylish. It totally fits the mood of spring!

Other accessories can be found right outside your front door :)! I know a lot of us have tumblrs, and I’ve seen this on my feed many times. Go outside and pick out some flowers, depending on how long your hair is. Then braid, or fishtail, your hair. After your hair is in a nice (or messy!) braid, put the flowers randomly throughout your hair. Look at the pictures on the left for example, so creative!

To state the most obvious trend for spring is the floral pattern. This pattern is cute on almost any article of clothing. My favorite place to see this design is on simple sundresses! They’re perfect for a day out shopping or lunch with your friends!

Happy spring! – Chels

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Angled French Manicure

Angled French Manicure
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There is a new kind of French manicure that I am crazy about. It is a little more edgy and modern than your regular French manicure, with a little extra oomf. Here is how to create the new angled French manicure.

1. Paint your nails with your base color. I chose a shiny nude shade.


2. With a thin nail brush, paint a “V” shape towards the tip of your nail. You can get special detailing nail polish with thin brushes almost anywhere! I get it super cheap at the dollar store.


3. Fill in the “V” with your regular black nail polish.


4. With a gold Sharpie, outline the edge of your “V”. Finish off the look with a coat of clear polish to seal the design.

I love this new modern French manicure because it is fresh and unique. If you want to make a statement at prom or anywhere else, rock this new angled French manicure!

XOXO, Chels

 

ps. I got this idea and picture from the blog “Nailed It” !

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Studying for Finals 101

Studying for Finals 101
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With summer just around the corner, it’s hard to find the motivation to study for finals.  The changing warm weather makes it even harder to stay in the library for hours at a time.  It’s tough to avoid finals when they are usually a huge part of your grade!  Although there is nothing fun about studying, I’ve got a few tips and tricks to help make your next study session a little less painful!

Trying to cram all of your studying and work into one session can actually have a negative effect on your health and your grades.  It’s important to take breaks and give yourself time to breathe.  Although it may seem like a waste of time to leave your studying materials on your desk while you hit the gym, it will actually help in the long run!  Taking a break to exercise will increase blood flow and help improve your memory.  Don’t forget that your physical health is important too!

Make sure to snack!  Carrying around small, healthy snacks will give your brain the fuel it needs to keep on studying and retain information.  It is also very important to get enough sleep.  Even if you feel like you haven’t studied enough, close that textbook and hit the hay!  Lack of sleep will cause memory loss and confusion while taking a test or writing a paper.  Your brain cannot function properly if it’s running on empty!

Try studying with a group of friends!  Even if you’re not studying for the same test, just having other around will make you feel less lonely and give you more of a drive to study.  Just try not to talk or joke around the whole time!

Although finals may seem like a drag, be sure to treat yourself with proper care and reward yourself once the big test is over with!

Good luck Insiders!

-Chelsea

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You Are What You Eat!

You Are What You Eat!
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The saying “you are what you eat” couldn’t be more accurate.  Actually, the food that you eat really does reflect on your physical appearance.  It’s so important to feed your body the nutrients it needs to stay active and healthy!

Any type of junk food or fast food will really take a toll on your body.  The amount of fat in these types of food can cause excessive weight gain and eventually obesity.  It attributes to lower energy and performance levels in school and athletics.  It can also weaken the immune system, causing you to get sick more times throughout the year.  This will automatically make your body feel weaker.  When you eat bad food, your skin does not get the proper nutrients it needs.  Your skin will look dull and flat.  It will not have the same glowing appearance as it would if you ate healthier.

If you have bad eating habits, start by swapping one bad meal a day for a healthy one.  This will be hard at first, but eventually you will start to swap out other meals!  Once you get in the routine of eating healthy, you will start to notice a raise in your performance levels, glowing skin, and a skinnier body.  It’s a win-win situation!

I challenge all of you to try and eat healthier this summer.  You can do it!!

XOXO,

Chelsea

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