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The Most Valuable Wellness Trend of 2016

It's not quite time for a full retrospective on 2016, but we sure are shocked that October has crept up on us this fast (although we're welcoming the cozy month with open arms). We get the sense that January '17 will arrive much more quickly than we expect as well.

For 2016, we're awarding 'the most valuable wellness trend of the year' award to (opens envelope) self-care. Our winning trend isn't able to receive their award in person today because, naturally, self-care is still at home - in a bath, likely filled with clay and rose oil, and listening to singing Tibetan bowls on Apple Music.

This year, an evolved sense of self-care has truly begun to cement in our minds - as well as in the minds and practices of so many of the wellness figures we know and love. And we're not just talking self-care in the generic sense, but self-care in the uber-specific, hyper-intentioned applications that apply to you - now.

Self-care is one of the rare health terms that can instantly conjur up both a huge eye roll and a sigh of relief at the same time. For those allergic to the self-help genre (we get it), self-care makes us feel needy, distracted, and maybe even misguided. (Isn't the idea in life just to get down to the business of life and deal with blows as they come?)

For those who've already embraced wellness in a way that's had a transformative effect on their way of thinking (whether cutting sugar, amping up the bone broth or a juice cleanse, yoga, tapping or meditation) the idea of self-care stirs up what is at the core of all those efforts to begin with: inner balance.

Self-care is not one size fits all. It's about little that's external. And it's not about living that belly button-gazing life full-time. Most importantly, any effort toward self-care is of little effect unless it's about one person in particular: YOU. And how you feel in response to your own efforts to care for yourself.

Self-care can look like anything: working out more or working out less. Resting more or hustling your passion harder. The key to caring can only be found within yourself and we love that so many food experts, nutrition coaches, fitness studios and wellness pros are helping their circles and clients tap into that very thing.

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The Beauty Smoothie: Why You Should Be Drinking Collagen

Are you drinking your collagen? Clinical studies have shown that regular consumption of high-quality collagen can actually thicken your skin, meaning you may be able to give yourself stronger, more youthful skin just by drinking your morning smoothie. And don't even get us started on what this stuff will do for your hair.

We've been on to the collagen tip for a while now, but recently met the Aussie beauty behind Vida Glow and got obsessed about it. Anna Lahey's product is single serve and flavored a million ways which means the world to us when it comes to smoothies on the road and in the office.

Here's our favorite way to get collagen into our daily diets - the beauty smoothie. We've combined the mango flavored marine collagen with Vida Glow's Beauty Blend (probiotics, cacao, chia, flax, manuka, pumpkin seed and blueberries - is this real life?!) and a slew of skin and beauty boosting ingredients you probably already have at home, including rich coconut, glow-boosting matcha and a dash of spice... [olists num=1]

This post is brought to you by Vida Glow. Explore their range of natural supplements that nourish hair, skin and nails from within!

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London Calling: Meet Our October Guest Editor, Ella Woodward

A couple of years ago, we met Ella Woodward here in Venice, California. Beautiful, but unassuming, sweet, but ultra-serious about wellness, we had yet to learn the full scope of the impact she was having on wellness across the pond.

After discovering healing modalities that helped her recover from her own health crisis, Ella went on to share her journey through blogging as Deliciously Ella, cookbooking, and now through the instant sensation of her Mae Deli in London.

Here in L.A., it's easy for us to forget that the juice bars and hot yoga studios that define our neighborhoods aren't on every block in the same way around the world. Ella's hometown of London, as well-known as it is for it's thriving food culture, is just beginning to have a thriving wellness scene full of quinoa salads and raw date bars, partially due to the riotous success of Ella's message and other bloggers and entrepreneurs like her who are forging new paths in the classically meat and potatoes culture.

This month, we're going to be taking a look at wellness through Ella's eyes, sharing her insights on food, wellness, cooking and natural beauty. If you're already a fan, you're going to love her notes with us (like the below!) and if you're just discovering Ella for the first time, we're pretty sure you're going to fall in love as quickly as we did (start here!)

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10 Everyday Spices You Should Be Using Daily

We put a ton of intention into the way we cook lately. We hunt and gather seasonal veggies from the farmer's market, naturally raised meats from a "real" butcher and only pop open a bottle of wine once we're sure it's organic. But what might trump the health quotient of all of this is that tiny after thought of everyday spices or herbs sprinkled into the butter before roasting everything up!

Herbs and spices for flavor, yes - but herbs and spices for vital health? That's something we're just beginning to catch onto. The key is in finding easy ways to work them into what you're eating as often as possible.

To start, build out your spice rack. Choose three spices you're drawn to and check out our tips below to weave them into the kinds of things we're eating all the time. We're using what McCormick calls the Everyday 10, a list of spices that are familiar, easy to cook with and healthy too...

mccormick spices' everyday 10

Ground Turmeric | We love that turmeric is having a moment. Scientific evidence has been building around the potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties, of curcumin, a compound in the golden spice and we're more than happy to infuse it into more grain and veggies dishes for the distinctive flavor. Remember, a little goes a long way!

Ground Ginger | We love the distinct yet adaptable flavor of ginger, but the fresh root version is often overpowering. Dried ginger allows us to add a dash to just about anything. Try adding this herbal powerhouse to vanilla, mango, chai or berry smoothies for a complex flavor that'll have you hooked. We also love a little ginger in an afternoon cup of tea for an extra kick.

Ground Cinnamon | There's a reason coffee shops everywhere keep that shaker of cinnamon out on their bars - don't ignore it! That innocent pinch of cinnamon in your almond latte can add so much warming flavor and a spicy boost to balance out sweetness and sugar.

Ground Cumin + Smoked Paprika | Hummus makes a quick, high-fiber snack and a dash of earthy cumin or smoked paprika will improve your home batch like nothing else. We also love a light sprinkle of either McCormick spice on sliced cucumbers (take them to the office for easy afternoon hydration and to curb crunchy cravings).

Thyme Leaves + Oregano Leaves | Naturally, these herbs make an ideal match for a good and cozy red sauce, but for nights when Italian's not on the menu, consider throwing a healthy dash of both into a simple vinaigrette. We love the versatile combination of raw oil, good vinegar, spicy mustard and herbs. Learn to make a dressing that perfectly suits your palette and you'll find you're eating more salads in no time.

McCormick Crushed Red Pepper | Facing a dinner recipe you've made three nights in a row? Or a healthy recipe that turned out drab? There's no more sure fire way to amp things up than with the heat of crushed red pepper flakes. Add to grilled veggies, rice bowls, or any plain chicken dishes for a fresh flavor profile instantly.

Garlic Powder + Ground Black Pepper | Garlic powder adds a subtly sweet richness that helps enhance and unite flavors in a dish the way salt would, but without the sodium. Don't underestimate simple black pepper either. Sprinkle both onto roasted nuts, cooked veggies or into hummus for a quick hit of flavor that really satisfies.

This post was in partnership with McCormick. To learn more about the McCormick Everyday 10 herbs and spices and some simple recipes to put them to use, click here!

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The 7 Natural Ways to Boost Immunity We Swear By

Getting sick in the late fall can feel totally inevitable and out of our control. But the truth is there are a few key behaviors that really help us to stay well and immune to the office cold or school flu.

Spend an hour this week stocking up and making plans to stay strong this season. The first key is simply to pay attention - when your body begins feeling run down, don't ignore it - get that bit of extra rest or TLC!

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