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I'm Kajsa Ingelsson; lifestyle coach, fitness instructor, model, lover of all things nutrition, fitness and wellness. On this blog, I keep you updated on everything that regards being the best, healthiest and happiest version of yourself! From Sweden, London and Los Angeles with love!

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Im starting my hot power yoga teacher training this saturday! I'm so excited! Thank you to my beloved for making this possible!

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LA winter & healthy banana pancakes

Went on a beautiful hike with my boyfriend and pitbull Mr. Tiny today. As you can see, we have sun and green grass in LA although we are one week or so from xmas. Crazy I know, I just love it. 

Before my hike I made super delicious banana pancakes, they are gluten, milk and grain free and just to die for.

Banana Pancakes

Serves 2 

3 bananas, ripe to overripe

2 eggs

Coconut oil for frying

1/8 teaspoon baking powder

Blueberries, to serve (optional)

  Don’t add too much banana. The pancake will not hold. There should be enough egg to hold mashed banana together.

First, mash the bananas in a bowl with a fork. Whisk in the 2 eggs, add the baking powder and make a batter of it all. 

Now cook the pancakes over medium heat. Add 1 or 2 tablepoons oil in the pan for each pancake. When the baking powder is activated, flip it over and cook for about one minute more. You can skip baking powder, but then it will feel like banana omelets rather than pancakes. Blueberries are always good with pancakes. Oh and serve immediately when hot.

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just perfect for me and charlotte!

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Our Xmas 2014 card http://cute-overload.tumblr.com

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omg so cute!

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Thursday Yoga and Smoothie

I went to an amazing yoga class today. It made me feel so relaxed and strong. If you are in LA, I recommend you to check it out one of these days. 7,30 pm earth yoga on fairfax and melrose.

Made this super mini belly green smoothie afterwards.

Proteins, fibers, iron, omega fat-acids and plenty of potassium and vitamins.. The cinnamon is known to boost your metabolism while the blueberries are recognized for their ability to reduce belly fat. Need I say more?

Yogi Blueberry-Cucumber

Makes four servings

1 avocado*

1 banana

1,5 dl blueberries

1 cucumber, sliced in two

2 handfuls of kale, romaine or spinach (or why not mix)

Coconut water (until desired thickness)

A sprinkle of cinnamon or cacao

3 tablespoons chia seeds

*If desired, use raw coconut meat instead 

Rinse the fruit and vegetables. Combine all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth. 

Enjoy, xo

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5 Beautifying Foods

When it comes to nutrition, all foods are not equals. Here are a few interesting ones you should know about that have amazing beautifying properties:

 Avocado

Did you know that avocados have twice the potassium of a banana? They are also rich in good fats, vitamin E, vitamin K and folate, lots of pantothenic acid, vitamin B6, niacin, riboflavin and vitamin C — all super-important for skin health.

Coconut

Coconut contains kinetin which keeps the fruit young despite the fact that it's under the sun all day long in tropical countries. Kinetin has the exact same effect on our body and keeps us young longer.

Raw cacao

Rich in antioxidants, raw cacao can protect your cells from free radicals and the aging process. It also contains magnesium, iron, chromium, manganese, zinc, copper and phosphorus — are very important minerals in supporting healthy, beautiful skin and hair.

Hemp

Hemp seeds and oil deliver a balanced array of amino acids and are rich in minerals like phosphorous, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, manganese, zinc, sodium, silicon, copper, which all promoting heathy skin, hair and nails.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a powerful anti-inflammatory that can be used in your food preparations and topically on your skin. Used in your food, it will heal your gut and promote good general health. Used directly on your skin, it has impressive healing properties. You can apply it on wounds, cuts, sunburns, and other skin issues to notice the benefits quickly.

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Vegan Chocolate Smoothie

I've been craving chocolate like crazy these last couple of days. I mean, even more than usual ;) Since I'm as always trying to stay clear from sugar, I found this smoothie to be the perfect way to satisfy my cravings!  

Makes 4 small or 2 large servings

2 ripe medium or large bananas, peeled, chopped into pieces, and frozen

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

2 pitted medjool dates

4 tablespoons almond butter

3 dl almond milk (soy or hemp milk will work well, too)

Blend all ingredients till smooth, adding a little more almond milk as needed. Serve.

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10 tips to boost your metabolism

Maintain a regular eating schedule

Increase the intensity of exercise, try HIIT workouts

Have a good night of sleep, every single night

Eat more protein

Move as much as you can throughout the day, every little step counts

Add antioxidant rich foods to your diet, such as berries, fruit and veggies

Dont work at night, I'll say it once again, S L E E P!

Drink more water, its a good way to starve off hunger

Eat more calcium

Have a cup of coffee or green tea

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Little watermelon, cantaloupe, & honeydew melon balls this morning. So deliciously hydrating 💦

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I want this right this moment!

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thats so my kind of cake!

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Almond Butter Banana Ice Cream

2,5 dl almond milk

2 frozen bananas

1 tablespoon almond butter

1 teaspoon cinnamon

 Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

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Protein builds muscles and burns fat. Make sure are getting your daily intake is correct. 

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Mjau!