Every once in a while you will experience something that will change your life. Not because it just happens, but because it’s meant to happen. That’s what We Care Spa is dedicated to: helping you change your life by teaching you and helping you eliminate toxins and chemicals through a 6-step solution of detoxing. (Don’t let that word shy you away.) What they are doing is educating you on how to listen to your body and understand what kind of stress you put it through, making you feel and look better in everyday life. It’s no wonder why celebrities flock here to take advantage of We Care Spa’s detoxing methods.  I was lucky enough to take part in the juice fasting and activities at We Care Spa in Palm Springs for just one day—and I got a very mind opening and relaxing experience. Why? Because in a world of fast food, you need to give your body a break to detox and revitalize mind, body and spirit.

What it is

We Care Spa is a 60-acre spiritual retreat located about 10 minutes from Palm Springs Airport. Their program has been carefully refined—and in action helping guests—for over 25 years. They stress that additives, preservatives, and toxic chemicals found in every breath, beauty product, bite and drink you take will start to affect your body, preventing it from functioning properly.  They treat the symptoms of digestive toxicity such as bloating, constipation, painful swelling of joints, tiredness, low energy, depression, lack of clarity, skin breakouts and rashes. They incorporate the notion of juice fasting in the desert to achieve total mental and physical clarity. We Care Spa is surrounded by gorgeous desert scenery and equipped with ancient Indian practices, medicine wheels, Jacuzzis, saunas, a labyrinth and relaxing tools. They also have full-service spa treatments, which I can assure you are more than anyone could ask for.

The 6-step program to help you feel and look better:

1. 1. Stop eating solid foods and embark on a juice fast.
2. 2. Use the energy you’ve freed up from digesting foods to release toxins by powering up the 5 organs of elimination.
3. 3. Use colon hydrotherapy to flush out the toxic waste– you know what I’m talking about.
4. 4. Add therapeutic treatments to support the body – massages and spa treatments.
5. 5. Mix in educational classes that are designed to build your character and detox your thinking.
6. 6. Experience the work of healers to detox your psyche and spirit.

What the experience is like

If you’re like me, when someone says detox, you want to run far away because last weekend you weren’t very nice to your liver. After taking a class from the founder/guru herself Susana Belen about detox and revitalizing yourself, I was put at ease. Ok, maybe it isn’t that bad. Maybe taking one day a week to cleanse isn’t so hard to do. Next was my favorite part, a thai massage, which was just what the doctor ordered, followed by a tour of the property. The treatment rooms and resort as a whole is very rustic mixed with ancient native America mixed with naturalist qualities. Every amenity has a specific function to help you. Unexpectedly, the desert really is the perfect oasis and environment. Last we enjoyed a good old-fashioned cooking lesson from Susana. Not traditional cooking! This involved education about what cooking tools are classified as safe to use and everything you can make with a high powered magic blender. This wonder machine literally made milk from almonds and sunflower seeds. With this, you’re making all of your own meals, dressings and anything else all with an easy button and natural substitutes. After fasting all day and exploring different detox methods, a little solid food and delicious salad was the perfect way to end the day.

The real lesson to take away from We Care Spa is that we were meant to live with nature and eat what nature provides you. Things that we think of as convenient like fast and pre-packaged food, not to mention our fast-paced lifestyles, will eventually break our bodies down and harm us. It’s not a matter of “will it happen?” but a matter of when. Cancer didn’t just come out of nowhere. We created it, but thankfully there are places like We Care Spa that will help us tune up our bodies. Changing your life style is right around the corner. If the benefits outweigh the bad, then why not?

Amy Shapiro

With bathing suit season around the corner images of dressing rooms, fluorescent lighting and itty-bitty bikinis come to mind.  For most of us, there isn’t anything more dreadful.  But no matter how you spin it, every year after a long, cold winter spent bundled up in sweaters and long pants comes spring…time to face the truth.  No you can’t wear sweatpants to the beach!  So how do you shed those extra pounds (thank you mac & cheese, juicy burgers and soothing cups of hot chocolate) along with those layers of clothing?  It’s not as hard as it seems.

As a columnist for www.SkinnyintheCity.com–the ultimate online destination for the best health and nutrition news and trends…with a stylish twist—I have the 411 on how to get in bikini ready shape…NOW!  You may already know that it’s important to up your intake of fruits and veggies and that lean proteins and low-fat dairy products will help you to stay full on the fewest calories.  But, are you stuck on what else you can do to slim down without compromising your lifestyle?  Luckily, this plan doesn’t include drinking watery concoctions until you’re ready to float away.  Nope, these are realistic health and diet tips you can start applying TODAY.  And get this, even if you only implement a few (although incorporating them all into your life will get you the best results), you’ll still be well on your way to strutting your stuff on the beach, snowsuit not required!

Hit up the H₂0:  You’ve heard it before and I’ll say it again; staying hydrated is key in losing unwanted pounds!  Recent research shows that even being just 1% dehydrated can slow down your metabolism!  We often confuse hunger with thirst so the next time you feel like a snack, drink an 8 oz. glass of water (or bigger), wait 10 minutes and then reevaluate.

Fill up on Fiber:  In a recent study women who consumed more high fiber foods gained less weight over a 12 year period of time.  High fiber foods are low in calories, keep you full, require more chewing time and stabilize your blood sugar, all important aspects of weight loss.  So ditch the white flour, rice and potatoes, which convert quickly to sugar in the body (Note:  all sugar that isn’t burned gets stored as fat) and dig into whole grain breads, brown rice and sweet potatoes, instead!

Skip the Salt:  Salt causes all types of disease and too much can cause bloating, puffy eyes and swollen ankles.  Who needs that when you’re trying to look good in a bikini?  When dining out, don’t add salt to your food (they do that for you in the kitchen) and when dining in, use low sodium products and ban the saltshaker from the table.

Cut the Constant Craving:  Ideally you should never go longer than 4 hours between meals to keep your metabolism running and hunger at bay (both key ingredients in weight loss).  Aim for three meals and one to two snacks daily. This way, you won’t be hungry and will lessen the chance of a binge

Quit the Clean Plate Club:  Next time you eat out, leave over half of your meal (easier said than done, I know).  Restaurant portions are usually 6 times larger than they should be, so pack it up and enjoy it again later

Dial up the Natural Diuretics:  The week before your first trip to the beach start adding in foods such as asparagus, cucumbers, celery and dandelion tea.  They’ll help nourish your body while flushing out excess water!

RD to the Rescue:  If you really want to do this the right way (read, no crash diets, self-starvation or deprivation), look into hiring a Registered Dietitian (RD).  RDs have extensive training on how the foods you eat affect your overall health and appearance.  So let them teach you how to drop a few while increasing your energy levels and self esteem!  Visit www.skinnyinthecity.com, click on “find and RD” and presto, you’ll be provided with a list of professionals right in your zip code!

Help yourself to a hearty serving of these tips and you’ll be looking and feeling good in no time!  Did someone say beach party?

Amy Shapiro, MS, RD, CDN is a registered dietician/nutritionist and exercise enthusiast who believes that both nutrition and physical activity play integral roles in reaching optimal health. She received her registered dietitian license and Masters in Clinical Nutrition from New York University in NYC, where she lives with her husband and young son. She is also a writer for SkinnyintheCity.com, a daily newsletter and online community that combines the best of diet and nutrition information with the latest fashion and beauty news. Amy is an avid foodie who enjoys dining out, reading, traveling, chocolate, and wine.

Dr. Christina Grant

Holistic care is as important for your animals as it is for you. Dogs and cats are unwitting victims of the fast-food industry, ingesting biologically imbalanced processed foods. These foods contain grains such as wheat, rice, and corn, by-products and other additives such as soy, preservatives, colorings, and flavorings.

When humans eat like this, they become obese and eventually diseased, with symptoms ranging from diabetes and arthritis to cancer and heart disease. It is the same with our animals. Obesity and joint conditions are common. Many animals have poor teeth and gums, and emit a foul odor. They suffer with internal and external parasites and inflammation resulting in skin rashes, itching, and joint pain.

People are convinced that processed kibble from the grocery store is healthy for their pets because commercials and labels tell them so. Words such as “all natural” help persuade buyers toward brands filled with grains and other unnecessary additives. As a result, most dogs and cats are eating substandard food.

In the last 70 years or so convenience foods came into vogue. In this time, we have lost what it means to eat close to nature. The whole family, companion animals included, dines on processed food. We know it’s time to turn that corner and come back to basics, not just for ourselves. No dog or cat should be eating foods with added grains. They wouldn’t eat them in the wild, and they don’t have a need for the extra carbohydrates.

Sans Souci, courtesy of Anne Watson

Grains in dog and cat food are filler. They can lead to arthritis, skin conditions, lethargy, flatulence, and other preventable symptoms. Further, animals should not smell, have bad breath, poor teeth and gums, or be itching and scratching. If they do, this is a sign the body is not functioning well. Just like with your own health, the first step is to clean up the diet.

Ideally, dogs and cats should be given a diet that closely matches the nutritional balance they would have if they ate what nature intended. This means getting quality protein appropriate for their optimum health. They have no need for additives such as by products, soy, and colorings.

The top level food for your animals includes raw food, the majority of which is human-grade animal protein. The next rung down would be a high-quality canned food. The lowest and least desirable would be commercial kibble.

If you must feed only kibble, choose a no-grain variety with no unnecessary additives. These are usually found at feed stores or high-end animal supply stores. Supplement this diet with some fresh food. Dogs love carrots, for example, and you can experiment with other vegetables. Avoid giving them grapes, raisins, chocolate, walnuts, and macadamia nuts. Cats are interested in various vegetables, too. My cats love to eat cooled chicken soup with vegetables. It isn’t raw, but it’s nutrient-dense.

If any of you have animals in pain, with joint inflammation or another type of pain, you can experiment with removing grain and low-quality food and treats from their diet. Many people continue with the same substandard diet while giving anti-inflammatory drugs. These are not necessary nor is the suffering your animal endures.

Speak with a holistic, integrative veterinarian who is knowledgeable about proper diet and holistic approaches. If there isn’t one in your area yet, you can work with one by telephone, which I have done with success for the past 8 years. In fact, I have four animals who rarely if ever go into a veterinary office. Our house-call veterinarian is a specialist in homeopathy, herbs, acupuncture, and chiropractic.

If you can find a gem like this, you’ll not have to pay for regular veterinary visits with their accompanying tests, x-rays, and drug prescriptions. Instead, you’ll be promoting healthy, happy animals in the way we humans must treat ourselves: by enhancing our vitality, encouraging the body to heal itself, and stopping the madness of placing a bandage over every symptom without looking further into the deeper cause.

Meanwhile, you and your animals will thrive when you are deeply nourished, with both food and companionship. Let’s not ignore our trusted companions when it comes to what nourishes them: our presence and care along with top-quality food the way nature intended. Organic raw is best, combined in such a way that it is biologically balanced. To learn more about this, Dr. Richard Pitcairn, who I am not affiliated with in any way, has books and much information on his website: www.drpitcairn.com. There you’ll find detailed explanations of the points I touched on in this article.

Dr. Christina Grant is a holistic healer and counselor who has helped hundreds of people attain physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being through personal transformation. Her writing is published nationwide. To learn more, see www.christinagrant.com.

by Kimberly Snyder

Pecan pie always conjures up memories of being made and given with love. There is something very nurturing, and loving, about pecan pie!

Crust:

• 2 cups walnuts
• 2 cups Pitted Dates
• 1 cup coconut flakes, finely ground

Pit the dates yourself, extracting each pit and discarding them. Add the dates, coconut flakes and walnuts to your food processor and mix on high until thoroughly mixed.

Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a pie tray. Set to the side.

Filling:

• ½ cup unrefined coconut oil
• 1 cup raw pecans, soaked about 15 minutes
• 1 cup organic Thompson raisins
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp. Celtic sea salt

Blend all ingredients together in the blender until smooth. Pour onto the crust of the tray, and garnish with fresh, raw pecans.

Set in freezer overnight, or for at least 5 hours before serving. Slice up and share with loved ones!

Kimberly Snyder is a celebrity health, nutrition and beauty expert who shared her top 10 health tips with us.

by Valerie Orsoni

The best way to cook fonio as a grain – to substitute couscous, for example – is steaming or boiling for about 20 minutes. It can also be used in a variety of other ways, such as ground and mixed with other flours to bake bread, popped and brewed for beer, or as a substitute for semolina in making pasta.

Free of gluten, fonio is a great alternative for gluten-intolerant people, in particular those suffering from Celiac Disease. Due to its high fiber content, this grain is also recommended for the elderly, and for people suffering from digestive problems. Moreover, because of its insulin secreting properties, sellers of fonio products have found that diabetics are their key customers.

Fonio is richer in calcium, magnesium, zinc and manganese than other grains. This grain also contains high levels of methionine and cystine, amino acids essential to our health which our body cannot produce on its own.

Available in health food shops and for purchase over the internet, fonio is more than just another exotic food; fonio is an important staple in the quest for a balanced and healthy diet.

Valerie is an entrepreneur, wellbeing expert, celebrity coach, author, contributing editor, mom and survivor. She created LeBootcamp, a fitness and weight-loss website. She is also the worldwide image of the Nintendo Wii My Body Coach, which launches in the US in spring 2010. She lives with her husband of 20 years and her teenager in the Silicon Valley.

Valerie Orsoni

As a wellness and weight loss coach, I like everything natural…so today let’s search your pantry to find foods with gelatin. It will probably be more prevalent than you think: Gelatin is found in any yogurts that list “kosher gelatin” in the ingredients, the vast majority of products that are creamy but claim to be diet-friendly, some cakes and cookies, as well as ready-made meat marinades.

Did you know? Food gelatin is the settled remains of boiled tissue, cartilage, bone, and other animal flesh which we don’t always know the source of. After viewing food gelatin from this perspective, need I say more?

Kuquat jelly made with agar-agar

Is there a solution to replacing food gelatin? Well, your coach likes to say that there is a solution to everything And once again, we can turn to nature: our oceans provide the famous red algae, called Kanten in Japan, or Agar-Agar. Agar-Agar is considered the queen of gelling agents, and is completely odorless, colorless, and does not leave an after-taste, so you can use it for all your culinary needs.

To obtain Agar-Agar, purchase red algae from a health food store or national grocery chain and rinse the algae with water in order to withdraw the impurities from the sea as well as the salty taste. Once dried, place the algae in boiling water and it will transform into a mucilage which dehydrates and reduces to powder form.

Agar-Agar is really very simple to use; like food gelatin, its purpose in cooking, and in particular, pastry making, is to gel food into a convenient solid form for easy molding. The Agar-Agar is simply dissolved into a little liquid and then added to the rest of the ingredients.

Agar-Agar cannot be used cold; it is necessary to dilute it in hot water – higher than 85°C – in order to create a solid form. Once dissolved in hot liquid, the Agar-Agar can be combined with the rest of your ingredients!

Agar-Agar is naturally rich in calcium, phosphorus and iron, just like its source, the algae. It also has a weak glycemic index, i.e., it has little effect on your blood sugar level, and contains detoxifying properties, so it removes toxins from our bodies during digestion. Agar-Agar is a champion of our pantries!

Valerie is an entrepreneur, wellbeing expert, celebrity coach, author, contributing editor, mom and survivor. She created LeBootcamp, a fitness and weight-loss website. She is also the worldwide image of the Nintendo Wii My Body Coach, which launches in the US in spring 2010. She lives with her husband of 20 years and her teenager in the Silicon Valley.

Since changing my diet, I’ve noticed a measurable improvement in my mood and how I digest foods. And living a gluten-free life is now as natural as speaking English as a first language or whatever — you get my point. And one thing that I love love love is how often people recommend foods, restaurants and brands that I should try. (Believe me, there’s a lot of caca out there when it comes to gluten-free foods, but there are also some gems.) One such treasure that was recently recommended to me is Clean Cravings. It was founded by Shelly Malone, who basically created this brand of delicious (and I mean delish!) foods to fill the void she found when trying to eat a clean diet. So she developed foods that are free of artificial, man-made ingredients as well as gluten-free, vegan and have zero trans fats.

One of the things I miss most is pizza — sometimes I just need a slice of New York style pizza. Wahn wahn wahn. At least I can find a yummy alternative and I can order it online. Check out Clean Cravings offerings and shop online now.

We asked Valerie Orsoni (right)

Artichoke

I love it! Blended with a little yogurt sauce, there’s nothing so divine! It’s easy to cook and kids enjoy it too.

Artichoke increases the production of bile. Since one of the purposes of bile is to transport toxins to the intestines before they will be excreted, the more artichoke you eat, the better! Recent studies found that the quantity of bile increases by more than 100% in less than 30 minutes after the consumption of an artichoke. Interesting fact, isn’t it?

Remember that cooked artichokes (and cooked broccoli for that matter) cannot be kept in your refrigerator for the next day. Cooked artichoke doesn’t stand air and light. In fact, it may become toxic!

Banana

Here’s another fruit that’s both easy to find and is affordable! Even organic bananas are affordable since worldwide consumer demand is so high.

Bananas are an excellent source of potassium, which helps regulate the level of fluids in the body, and subsequently, prevents water retention. The equation is simple: more fluids retained in the body = more toxins trapped; less fluids in the body = less toxins in the body.

Cress

A slightly spicy green, (not recommended for people with kidney problems), cress remains a wonder of nature.

It’s not always easy to find, but once you’ve secured a supplier, keep him close!
Cress contains chlorophyll, which aids in the regeneration of healthy red blood cells, which in turn, helps boosts circulation in the blood.

Cress also helps our bodies produce more enzymes, which in turn promotes the power to detoxify.

In a recent study conducted on smokers, it was shown that subjects who ate cress every day (one serving per day), excreted a much higher level of carcinogens in their urine samples. Remember, carcinogens are agents that are capable of provoking cancer. So best get rid of them!

Beets

Here is another excellent detox food that is both affordable and easy to cook.

I prefer beet salad to cooked beets, but that’s just me!

Beets contain the two powerful active ingredients methionin and betanin.
Methionin helps the body purify waste, and betanin helps the liver metabolize fatty acids. This serves to alleviate the liver’s role in the body, so it can concentrate on more dangerous toxins.

Prunes

They are often compared to blueberries, well known for their antioxidant properties.Yes, prunes are an excellent source of antioxidants, so don’t deprive yourself of them. They are also rich in sugar, so no more than 5 per serving, ok?

Nature never ceases to astonish me: On one side we have tartaric acid, which is a natural laxative, and on the other, powerful detoxifying antioxidants (components which help the intestinal tract). Basically, the faster we eliminate waste, the more likely we will prevent toxins from being reabsorbed.

Cruciferae

The cabbage or cruciferous family is a group of vegetables named for their cross-shaped flowers. Examples are cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and collards to list a few. They’re easy to find and easy to prepare.

Cruciferae neutralize nitrosamines, toxic agents produced by cigarette smoke. So for each cigarette smoked, eat some cabbage!

Brussel sprouts prevent the onset of aflatoxins, a toxic mold linked to liver cancer.

Whether you eat them cooked or raw, both forms have a positive effect on your health!

Valeire is an entrepreneur, wellbeing expert, celebrity coach, author, contributing editor, mom and survivor. She is also the worldwide image of the Nintendo Wii My Body Coach, which launches in the US in spring 2010. She lives with her husband of 20 years and her teenager in the Silicon Valley.

Valerie

We asked Valerie Orsoni, creator of LeBootCamp®, to share some healthy eating tips for the New Year. In this first installment, she names some of the best detoxifying foods you can put in your body – check back later this week for more super-foods that we should all incorporate into our diets.

Members of my LeBootCamp weight loss program are encouraged to begin their wellness journey with detoxification: A detoxified body has more energy, perspires less, and has glowing skin. Technically our body is equipped with its own garbage disposal, the liver, but sometimes it can use a little help due to prevalent factors such as toxin-producing stress, environmental pollution, and the ingestion of alcohol and foods containing harmful preservatives, colorings and flavors. There’s no need to go for supposed “cleanse cures” (which can end up being harmful to the body) to help liver function: Instead we can incorporate some basic foods into our daily diet to help our liver fulfill its detoxifying functions by increasing its excreting power.

Aim to consume at least two of the detox foods listed below per day. For an even more effective boost, go for a consistent “detox day” and enjoy meals comprised of 75 percent detox foods once a week.

Garlic

Best eaten when crushed, make garlic an integral ingredient in your salads and cooked meals. You can also cut a head of garlic in half and bake it for 20 minutes at 250 degrees – it’s delicious!

The active constituents in garlic are alliin and allicin. When garlic is chopped, a chemical reaction occurs, converting alliin to the more pungent, allicin. It is the allicin, a sulfur-containing compound that has strong antibacterial, antifungal, anti-clotting, and lipid-lowering effects. Sulfur helps the body remain alkaline (and not acidic), which helps combat nicotine cravings during the quitting-smoking phase. In addition, this component, similar to sulfur, eliminates toxins (mercury, colorants) and helps the intestines excrete them.

Avocado

Yes, the avocado is rich in fat, but rich in good fat, so a half-avocado won’t hurt once in a while. Try fresh avocado garnished with a few shrimps and a little soy-based mayonnaise for a delicious snack.

The avocado is rich in the important antioxidant glutathione, which zaps free radicals in the body. Free radicals promote aging and chronic diseases such as cancer. Glutathione specifically blocks intestinal absorption of certain fats that create free radicals.

It was also discovered that elderly people who consumed a lot of avocado showed a lower tendency to suffer from arthritis. Needless to say, I’d rather tackle the issue before it becomes a problem in my old age!

Apple

One of the best and cheapest of our Top Detox Foods, the apple proves how accommodating nature can be! Opt for organic apples; this will reduce your risk of ingesting harmful pesticides and those other chemical additives we are so desperately trying to eliminate!

Apples contain Vitamin C and pectin. Apple pectin is an indigestible, soluble fiber; it is a general intestinal regulator. Pectin helps the body excrete heavy metals (pollution, mercury, lead), preservatives and other food additives, including tartrazine, which is linked to hyperactivity, migraines and asthma in children.

Grapefruit

The champion is… Grapefruit! The grapefruit provides vitamin C in abundance. Powerfully oxidizing, this vitamin is able to capture free radicals and toxins and eliminate them from the body, and it is for this reason that I classify grapefruit among the top detox foods.

It contains carotenoids which are powerful oxidants just like vitamin C, as well as soluble fibers which help in the reduction of bad cholesterol (LDL) and regulation of intestinal transit.

It also contains flavonoids which help prevent digestive tract cancer: More numerous in the white membrane than the pulp, the flavonoids also decrease bad cholesterol (LDL) while increasing good cholesterol (HDL), and strengthening the blood vessels.

Grapefruit contains limonoids – phytochemicals responsible for the bitterness and tartness of the fruit, which have antioxidant properties that destroy cancerous cells in the body. Grapefruit also contains antiproliferative agents: studies have highlighted a clear reduction in cancer in relation to the amount of grapefruit consumed by patients.

Auraptene, also found in other citrus fruits, decrease the production of cancerous cells and growth of tumors.

With a low glycemic index of 3 per 100g, grapefruit plays a role in the prevention of hyperglycemia.

Nutritionally, in addition to being a good source of vitamin C, grapefruit contains a significant quantity of copper which helps in the formation of hemoglobin, as well as Vitamin A, which protects the body from infection and the skin from UV exposure, and Vitamin B5, which assists in the production of neurotransmitters.

At 50 calories per 100g, grapefruit is an ideal food for weight loss, and therefore, I call it the champion of them all!

Valeire is an entrepreneur, wellbeing expert, celebrity coach, author, contributing editor, mom and survivor. She is also the worldwide image of the Nintendo Wii My Body Coach, which launches in the US in spring 2010. She lives with her husband of 20 years and her teenager in the Silicon Valley.

Skinny Water

It’s official: I’m obsessed with Skinny Water. A little background about diet drinks and me: we don’t get along. I hate them – I’ll take a sip of them, make a vomitational expression and say something like, “I’d rather eat poo.” You get the point – I REALLY don’t like them. So when I received a box of Skinny Water, I was ready to pass it all over to Sarah (who can stomach them much better than I can!).

Source Flickr user Celebrisee

So I looked to my inner Anthony Bourdain, which always says go ahead and try anything once. And…drumroll…I actually really liked it! (Sarah tried the Goji berry one and it smelled and tasted like feet, so we say skip that one. But the others are delish.) Each flavor is devoted to a different “need,” such as Wake Up Orange Cranberry Tangerine for energy, Raspberry Pomegranate Crave Control to suppress hunger and Peach Mango Mandarin XXX-Detox to flush toxins from the body. The key ingredient they have is EGCG, which is the antioxidant in green tea that helps with weight control. After drinking one, you definitely have a burst of energy and I find I’m not hungry for a while after one. I guess there’s a reason Rachel Bilson, Fergie and Kristen Bell reportedly drink it!

But here’s what I really dig about it: it doesn’t taste chemical-y, it has zero calories (and zero guilt!) and it’s $1.49/bottle. Unfortunately for Sarah, she’s getting a lot less to sample than previously offered. But she can pop to Target or buy it online here.

–Meg