Our lives can change at any given moment, and that has never been more apparent to me than it is today. Working from home everyday with a full family in the house, slowly getting used to social distancing and making sure we have the right amount of food and basic necessities to last a few weeks were never things I thought I'd have to deal with. I always try to to feed my family a well balanced diet but most healthy foods are perishable. Trying to choose healthy, storable snacks can be very tricky since most packaged goods contain less than favorable ingredients.

Last week, when I went out do that big grocery haul, I was so relieved to see my order from Paleovalley sitting at my doorstep. I few months ago, I decided to sign up for a subscription of their Grass Fed Beef Sticksafter seeing them online. I thought these snacks would be perfect for my busy family who's always on the go, it didn't even cross my mind that these would be perfect for staying in as well. Here are the 3 main reasons why I originally signed up:

100% Grass Fed Beef, Free of Chemicals and Pesticides

These are not your average gas station jerky - Paleovalley sources its beef from cattle farmers that take pride in the rearing of their animals. Their beef comes from 100% grass fed cows raised only on natural grass pastures in the United States. This ensures a humane and happy environment for the animals. They are continuously moved to various grazing pastures and are never exposed to harmful herbicides, pesticides, or hormones. They also practice rotational grazing which has added environmental benefits, as the soil is naturally rejuvenated by the animals' activity, eliminating the need for chemicals.

Great Source Of Essential Vitamins, Naturally Fermented

Paleovalley Beef Sticks are far more nutritionally dense than their store-bought counterparts since they come from grass fed beef. They contain vitamins like B12, B6, zinc, and phosphorus. Plus, they're a great source of Omega 3 fatty acids. They're flavored using only organic spices, and the unique fermentation process ensures that they stay shelf-stable, without the use of any harmful chemicals. This precaution also means that the sticks contain probiotics, which aid digestion.

High Source Of Protein & Perfect On-The-Go Snack

Healthy and convenient are not traits that usually describe the same product, but Paleovalley Beef Sticks are a delicious way to keep you going between meals. Packed with 6g of protein per serving and come in 5 delicious flavors: Original, Summer Sausage, Jalapeno, Teriyaki and Garlic Summer Sausage. All are free from GMO's, gluten, soy, and dairy. They're the perfect snack to keep in your bag if you're on the keto or paleo diets, or if you just want to be more mindful of what you're putting in your body.

My family is signed up for a monthly subscription to a 4 pack of these (10 sticks per pack) which we have found to be the perfect amount for us. Knowing that we can always have a quick, reliable snack on hand has made committing to a healthy lifestyle much easier. Whether you're trying to stock up, are on a particular diet, or just mindful about your food comes from, Paleovalley Grass Fed Beef Sticks make it easy to stay healthy on the go or staying in. All of the flavor, all of the benefits- none of the guilt!

Update: The folks at Paleovalley are extending a special offer to our readers!Follow this link to receive 10% off your order of 100% Grass Fed Beef Sticks!

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The Sexiest Celebrity Halloween Costumes EVER

Sure, "Trick or Treat" and all that good stuff, but let's be honest, Halloween is all about the sexy costumes.

2019 has been a calamity of a year.

Trump thinks the constitution is "phony" and doesn't apply to him because of his wealth, the amazon is still very much engulfed in flames, and global warming is set to decimate humanity in less than a decade. It all seems quite dire, which is why Halloween is welcomed warmly this year. It's time to give 'em pumpkin to talk about that isn't impending doom. It's time to lift your "spirits," realize life is "gourd" and get done up in boo-tiful costumes to help distract from the actual spooky terror going on outside. To get you amped up, here are a few of the sexiest costumes ever!

Kim Kardashian West as Cat Woman

The Kardashian Klan has dawned a lot of gorgeous costumes over the years, but frankly Kim Kardashian's Cat Woman costume of 2012 takes the cake. Kanye as Batman is also additionally something we can't unsee, but for far different, not sexy reasons.

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Ever wonder how successful, on-the-go influencers are able to do it all and still find the time to make a wholesome, home cooked meal everyday? Something doesn't quite add up there, right? It's all about being prepared -- but who has the time? We're here to let you in on a little secret: meal kits. These little boxes of heaven are changing the way busy people everywhere eat dinner, and there's one that stands miles above the rest. There's a reason why everybody is talking about HelloFresh. It's a convenient meal kit subscription that offers a ton of delicious recipes that are easy to make and absolutely delicious. Got questions? We get it. Here's all of your burning questions about what it's really like to use HelloFresh, answered.

Why A Meal Kit?

Who wants the stress of having to go grocery shopping, do recipe research and then meal prep on top of that? No one! HelloFresh can give you all of that home cooked goodness -- without the stress and hours of prep. They send you perfectly portioned ingredients and detailed recipe cards that allow you to make a delicious home cooked meal from scratch, and most meals take around 30 minutes. If you're trying to channel your inner MasterChef and develop your cooking skills, you can opt for delicious gourmet options, like Sirloin Steak and Mustard Shallot Cream Sauce that take only 40 minutes. Or if you're in a hurry, they have quicker, 20 minute options like the Pulled Pork Fiesta Bowl -- fresh food, fast without the guilt of fast food.

Is It Better For Me And Cheaper Than Takeout?

Yes and yes. Every week, HelloFresh lets you choose from 17 wordly recipes that include a wide variety of fresh produce. All of the nutritional information is listed on their website, so you'll always be able to keep track of exactly what you're eating if you're counting calories. The recipes are all curated by chefs and you can see how highly they are rated by the customers who have tried them before. Their robust menu features both vegetarian and calorie smart options, like Mediterranean Baked Veggies that has just 500 calories per serving -- a third of your go-to Chinese take out. Plus, meals start from just $6.99 a person!

What Are People Saying?

Customers leave a ton of positive reviews, because they really have something for everyone. They even offer Veggie and Family plans, so it's no wonder HelloFresh has become a staple in so many influencers' daily lives.

Subscription? I'm scared.

Don't be!! HelloFresh is designed to make your life easier. You'll never have to worry about having ingredients to make dinner, plus the pre portioned ingredients means less food waste. You control everything from what recipes you get, to when your box will be delivered. Plus, you can switch up or pause your plan at any time, so a subscription is nothing to fear!

There you have it: HelloFresh is the secret to eating home cooked meals when you're stuck for time. There's always new and exciting recipes to try, and they have options for the whole family. Sometimes, things are popular for a reason. When it comes to HelloFresh, you've heard so much about it because it works! It's America's #1 meal kit because people can depend on it to provide fresh, quality meals every week.

Update: The folks at HelloFresh are extending a special offer to our readers! Follow this link to get 8 meals free and free delivery!

Ever wonder how successful, on-the-go influencers are able to do it all and still find the time to make a wholesome, home cooked meal everyday? Something doesn't quite add up there, right? It's all about being prepared -- but who has the time? We're here to let you in on a little secret: meal kits. These little boxes of heaven are changing the way busy people everywhere eat dinner, and there's one that stands miles above the rest. There's a reason why everybody is talking about HelloFresh. It's a convenient meal kit subscription that offers a ton of delicious recipes that are easy to make and absolutely delicious. Got questions? We get it. Here's all of your burning questions about what it's really like to use HelloFresh, answered.

Why A Meal Kit?

Who wants the stress of having to go grocery shopping, do recipe research and then meal prep on top of that? No one! HelloFresh can give you all of that home cooked goodness -- without the stress and hours of prep. They send you perfectly portioned ingredients and detailed recipe cards that allow you to make a delicious home cooked meal from scratch, and most meals take around 30 minutes. If you're trying to channel your inner MasterChef and develop your cooking skills, you can opt for delicious gourmet options, like Sirloin Steak and Mustard Shallot Cream Sauce that take only 40 minutes. Or if you're in a hurry, they have quicker, 20 minute options like the Pulled Pork Fiesta Bowl -- fresh food, fast without the guilt of fast food.

Is It Better For Me And Cheaper Than Takeout?

Yes and yes. Every week, HelloFresh lets you choose from 17 worldy recipes that include a wide variety of fresh produce. All of the nutritional information is listed on their website, so you'll always be able to keep track of exactly what you're eating if you're counting calories. The recipes are all curated by chefs and you can see how highly they are rated by the customers who have tried them before. Their robust menu features both vegetarian and calorie smart options, like Mediteranean Baked Veggies that has just 500 calories per serving -- a third of your go-to Chinese take out. Plus, meals start from just $6.99 a person!

What Are People Saying?

Customers leave a ton of positive reviews, because they really have something for everyone. They even offer Veggie and Family plans, so it's no wonder HelloFreshhas become a staple in so many influencers' daily lives.

Subscription? I'm scared.

Don't be!! HelloFresh is designed to make your life easier. You'll never have to worry about having ingredients to make dinner, plus the pre portioned ingredients means less food waste. You control everything from what recipes you get, to when your box will be delivered. Plus, you can switch up or pause your plan at any time, so a subscription is nothing to fear!

There you have it: HelloFresh is the secret to eating home cooked meals when you're stuck for time. There's always new and exciting recipes to try, and they have options for the whole family. Sometimes, things are popular for a reason. When it comes to HelloFresh, you've heard so much about it because it works! It's America's #1 meal kit because people can depend on it to provide fresh, quality meals every week.

Update: The folks at HelloFresh are extending a special offer to my readers! Get 8 Meals Free Plus Free Delivery!

How is it that celebrities and influencers just happen to look camera-ready at all times? I always find myself mindlessly scrolling through Instagram, admiring these perfect looking women in their perfectly edited photos. When I decide to take a selfie, a lot of pre-planning goes into it - my makeup, my outfit, the lighting, the angle. Plus, I probably take like 100+ pictures to finally find the best one to post (yes, my camera roll is very embarrassing). I always wondered what I was missing from my life just to have that camera ready glow at all times.

By following these popular "Instagram models," I've learned that to keep themselves glowing, they've always got the latest and absolute best beauty and wellness products in their arsenal. Fans in the real world want to be just as in-the-know, but good taste doesn't necessarily come cheap, and luckily for us, these bloggers LOVE to let us in on their secret weapons. One of the most common ways they find the latest trends? FabFitFun. The subscription box everyone is talking about is filled with beauty, fitness, wellness, and home products sent to your doorstep every season. Each box contains 8-10 full-size products lauded by celebrities, influencers, and curated by beauty experts—so you know you're getting the most coveted products from around the world. Every FabFitFun box has well over $200 worth of must have goodies for only $49.99.

Some of my favorite FabFitFun products have been favorites for my favorite influencers (did I say favorite enough times?). I've highlighted the top 5 below, and instead of taking my word for it, check out what these babes had to say.

Jade Roller

Jade rollers are a super hot beauty item for their anti-inflammatory and luxurious, spa-like effects on puffy eyes. That's why The Bachelor star Ashley Iaconetti was so excited to get hers in a recent FabFitFun box. "Remember when I used to ice my face on Paradise?" she said. "Since then I've switched to using a jade roller, one of my favorite beauty tools, every morning to reduce puffiness." These jade rollers can cost upwards of $60-$100 by themselves, but they're just one of many potential surprises in a FabFitFun box.

ISH Cosmetics Lip Palette

Another Bachelor star, Lauren Bushnell, can't help but gush over her ISH Lip Palette, along with the rest of her FabFitFun box. "My favorite box to date contains some of my personal favorite brands like Free People and Rachel Pally." If you were to purchase the ISH palette by itself, it'd cost you $42, almost the cost of the entire FFF box.

The GLAMGLOW Mask

Lifestyle influencer and money guru Michelle Money called out this GLAMGLOW Bubblesheet mask as one of her favorite products in her box. "This is the perfect time to revamp your skincare routine in preparation for cooler weather, and all the full-size products in this season's FabFitFun box will make it so easy for you!". The Bubblesheet is a deep cleansing charcoal mask that shrinks and detoxifies pores and evens out skin tone. No wonder Money is such a huge fan!

Brooke Burke Full Body Sliders

Samantha Busch is a busy boss babe and wife of Nascar driver Kyle Busch. Busch herself has a passion for beauty, fashion, and fitness, so when she calls out a product for vamping up her life, you know it's the real deal. In her Winter Box, Busch loved the Brooke Burke Sliders. The sliders are two round discs used for toning, yoga, and other workout moves that make it easy to move around and provide more range of motion. "I customized my box (YES, you have that option!!), and I received the Brooke Burke Full Body Sliders that I am completely obsessed with, not to mention some of these products cost more than you pay for the box," Busch said.

BITE Lipstick

Raw food blogger Rawvana was excited to show off BITE Beauty's cruelty-free lipstick, especially because she's always on the hunt for natural, safe products. "This is a seasonal box that arrives at your door with amazing beauty, fitness, lifestyle, and fashion goodies. I loved all the cruelty-free beauty products like the @BiteBeauty lipstick." You could wind up paying $30 or more for just one of these beautiful lipsticks, but FabFitFun lets you rock the clean look as just one small part of many goodies.

How great are these products?! I had to stop myself at just 5; otherwise, the list could go on and on - other faves from previous boxes included a Vince Camuto tote, a BB Dakota poncho, and an Alfred French press. Incorporating all the products from FabFitFun into my daily life has definitely given me that camera-ready glow I've been searching for. From everyday beauties like us to ultra-popular IG influencers, there's one thing we can all agree on: FabFitFun is definitely worth it.

Update: FabFitFun is offering 40% OFF Winter Editor's Box! That's up to $429+ worth of products for just $29.99. New Members, Follow This Link To Snag A Box Before It's Sold Out!

Valentine's Day is coming up and with pressure from the greeting card aisle, your Instagram feed, and maybe even your S.O., there's a lot at stake for a perfect romantic dinner. Instead of calling every restaurant in town to squeeze into a table next to the kitchen, why not stay home and make something special for your sweetheart? Too busy, not a chef, or maybe you're not sure where to start? HelloFresh's award-winning delicious meals can save the day with a quick and perfect Valentine's Day dinner. America's most popular meal-kit fits the needs of every home cook or total foodie newbie, including vegetarian options. For those who hate to plan and those who plan down to the minute, HelloFresh has a menu for you.

Here are the four types of couples that should cook a romantic HelloFresh dinner for Valentine's Day.

The Couple Who Goes Out More Than Stays In

For the couple who has a rating on every restaurant in the city, sometimes staying in is the more romantic thing to do! Besides, the wine is always cheaper at home, and trying to get that beef tenderloin medium rare will bring you closer together.

The Couple Who Can't Get a Babysitter

When the babysitter falls through at the last minute, that doesn't mean Valentine's Day has to mean chicken nuggets on the couch. The HelloFresh family plan has options that are kid-friendly, but still gourmet, so dinner for four can be Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken with a Truffled Mushroom Risotto. Or better yet, put the kids to bed early and enjoy a nice meal just the two of you.

The "Valentine's Day Is Too Commercial" Couple

If you had a courthouse wedding on a Tuesday because you don't need to spend money to prove you're in love, Valentine's Day may not even be on your radar. In just 20 minutes you can skip the sappy stuff and get down to debating Oscar nominations over Pineapple Poblano Beef Tacos.

The Couple Who Isn't a Couple

Just because you're single, doesn't mean you can't be the love of your own gosh dang life. Do Valentine's Day dinner for one, with some candles and Heirloom Tomato Flatbreads with Pesto, Fresh Mozzarella, and Balsamic Greens. Each plan makes two meals, so it's also perfect if you've just started seeing someone but it's too soon to brave Valentine's restaurant scene. Plan a 90's rom-com marathon that may or may not lead to a movie-worthy kiss of your own.

HelloFresh is the answer to all of your Valentine's Day stress. It's less expensive than take-out and cuts out the shopping, and recipe planning headaches for romantic nights in. Seriously, with pre-measured ingredients and clear instructions that include pictures, it's foolproof, even for the most clueless in the kitchen.

Sign up today to get HelloFresh right to your door and make date nights even better.

Update: Our friends as HelloFresh are extending a special Valentine's Day offer to our readers: Follow this link to get 6 meals free!