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Nov 1, 2015

Jul 8, 2015

5 Top Ramadan Tips - Guest Blogger - Nutritionist Nour Zibdeh

1. Eat your dates but count them

Dates are super nutritious with good fiber, potassium, and magnesium content. They are 80% glucose, an easy-to-digest sugar that helps your body refuel after the fast and improves water absorption. There’s no wonder our beloved Prophet (PBUH) broke his fast with water and dates. Many people eat three dates at a time following the sunnah of the prophet (PBUH). The dates native to Al-Madina are typically small in size, while some of the common varieties sold in the US and other countries are large and very sweet. Three Medjool dates are about 200 calories total and almost a full meal. If you eat dates several times between iftar and fajer—and you’re exercising—the calories will add up. What to do? Either buy the smaller dates (like Ajwa) or stick to one large date when you break your fast or at suhur. Stash them away when you’re finished with iftar to prevent mindless eating.
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May 19, 2015

Feb 18, 2015

Cape Lady













Cape + Top + Pants + Necklace: Zara // Boots: Sam Edelman // Purse: H&M

TM haha). I'm catching up on some pictures I took before if you're wondering why this is Christmas themed. These pictures are from a day spent at Christmas Village in Philadelphia. Such a fun event to attend because it has kiosks and kiosks full of different things to buy/eat/do. I know I'm sick of the cold weather but I'm already starting to miss the cold winter nights where drinking hot choclate is a must! 
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Feb 8, 2015

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Skirt: H&M // Boots: Sam Edelman // Necklace: Zara

As some of you know, if you follow me on IG, that I recently turned the big 25. Quarter Century!! Alh. Can't believe it, time for cheap car insurance! I can't believe how fast time flies and that I'm posting on my birthday outfit again. I celebrated by eating amazing persian food surrounded by friends I grew up with in the DMV and my mom and brother. It's always nice to be able to use my birthday as an excuse to get everyone together. My birthday falls right in the middle of busy season at work and for a few months I don't have the time to see anyone, but my friends always manage to come celebrate my birthday with me over dinner. Had so much fun, iA many more to come. :)

PS. Photo cred to Lauleh for taking all these shots for me, my mom and brother clearly took the night off haha. Visit Lauleh's blog here.
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One look - Day & Night

















 Gray Coat: Stradivarius // Top/Tank/Jeans/Purse/Hijab/Leather Coat: H&M // Heels: Banana Republic // Shoes: Nike

That moment when you realize you're pretty much walking in H&M.. haha. I thought it would be fun to show you how I wear one outfit two ways. Believe it or not, this happens very often. I wear flats/sneakers with an outfit during the day and then throw on heels for a night out. Here I wore boyfriend jeans with a layered tank and top with heels and a peacoat I bought when I was in Egypt from a store I fell in love with called Stradivarius.. I wish they would come to the US! When it's time to dress it down, I threw on sneakers and a leather jacket! Which look do you like best?
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