July Favorites

Hello Dolls!

I can't believe that July is practically over and it's going to be August VERY soon! Seriously time has gone by way too quickly this summer. While time was flying by, I have been using some great products I just had to share with y'all! (And y'all know I typically don't do monthly favorites, but I had some that I just had to share with y'all!)

1. Target Cartwheel App

Who can't resist saving money?! Remember when I was bombarded by the Target worker about buying Boots products? Well what really got me on board to buy them was the Cartwheel app that the lady told me about! The Target Cartwheel app is where you can find coupons on your phone and add them to your "barcode" and then scan the barcode from your smartphone at the cashier during checkout! The best part is you don't have to schlep so many different paper coupons to the store because it is all on your phone! Honestly, I think I have become OBSESSED with the idea of saving so much money within this month alone...Can you believe I have saved $77.33 in the month of July? Your savings really do add up!! This is definitely worth the download and will probably become a lifetime favorite of mine.

This is the barcode that you add all of your coupons on.

2. Fitbit Flex

The Fitbit Flex is my holy grail secret to staying in shape. This thing not only practically saved my life, but has showed me how to live a healthy and balanced lifestyle. It is great for wanting to lose weight or just keeping up with your daily activities when you are out and about or on vacation. It is a little costly (mine cost about $100) but this wristband is like a personal trainer that keeps you motivated while on the go! Think about all the money you are saving by not having to hire a personal trainer just by getting this miracle band!

One of my trackings from a day in July. I love how I can track everything!

3. Dannon Oikos Greek Yogurt

My aunt introduced this favorite to me. I was over at her house and she goes "try this greek yogurt its like nothing else you have ever had in your life" (seriously how many times have we heard that sentence before). Anyways I tried it to be nice and let me say it is the BEST greek yogurt I have ever had! I had the lemon meringue flavor which was to die for but they also have other flavors such as key lime pie and vanilla coconut. This greek yogurt was already whipped and tasted like frozen yogurt. It was so rich in flavor and had a little bit of a higher calorie count than other greek yogurts, but think of this as a splurge treat throughout the day.

4. Healthy Homemade Frappuccino

This is how I stay cool and refreshed during the summer while avoiding the extra calories. I absolutely love Starbucks, (I am even a gold member in their rewards program) but their calories are just a little too much for me and my healthy-ish lifestyle. So I thought, why not make my own at home? 

1) It is a lot cheaper to make it at home

2) You can control what goes inside your drink!

3) Compared to 410 calories for a grande (16 oz) frappuccino, 160 for this one is pretty decent!

Recipe for a 16 oz Chocolate Chip Frappuccino: 160 Calories 

• 1 cup of lowfat/nonfat milk or almond milk (depends on your preference)
• 1 1/2 cups of ice
• 1 1/2 Tablespoons of Nestle milk chocolate powder
• 5 Semi-Sweet chocolate chips

(You can also add protein powder of flax/chia seeds for an extra boost)

Blend all of these in a blender on the smoothie setting until blended, pour into a glass, and enjoy!

Can you believe this is only 160 calories?

These are my July favorites that I couldn't resist sharing with y'all! What was everyone's favorites this month? I would LOVE to see what y'all loved this month!

XOXO, 

The Californian Belle