This week managed to go by quickly for me…perhaps it was due to the (pleasant) change in the weather? Yes, I know Nemo begs to differ for some, and that’s why I’m grateful for the California sun…and for Punxsutawney Phil not seeing his shadow..
I plan to make this weekend relaxing and fun, but I also want to (and need to) buckle down for some serious Microbiology studying. My second midterm is on Thursday, and since it is a points-based class (no curve!) I really want to ace it. I did have a Math midterm today though, and since it is Friday, I thinking I’m deserving of a little break. Plus I’m in the mood for a “Five Things Friday”. Enjoy!
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1) Latest food fix has been a cup of greek yogurt (preferrably $0.79 clearance Chob) and a dollop of Nutella. I’ve been craving this combo every.single.day. for the past week! Good thing the cups were on clearance, otherwise there would be a huge hole in my pocket!
Nutella + greek yogurt = ♥
2) Weather has been amazing…and will continue to be (except for the chances of rain later next week…)! I certainly do not have an excuse to get some running in this weekend 
! The only thing that irritates me though is that the mornings are still winter cold, so I have to wear a jacket anyways. And then I have to lug around the jacket when it warms up in the afternoon. Yes, I’m so full of complaints, but I’d rather have my days stay at a consistent temperature…preferrably sunny & warm temperatures…
High’s in the 70s, baby!
3) Listening to the Latino Top Hits station when you didn’t take Spanish in high school and/or college. I can only stand the other “Top 40/Mainstream Radio” stations for so long you know! Plus, I recognize like half the songs from my ZUMBA classes.
I didn’t hear it on the Latino station (rather an internet dance radio station), but my current favorite song to jam along to is this one. Oh, and the remix too! You might recognize the singer from Mr. Saxobeat, which has been in my head all week too ;)
4) Had to get a filling yesterday (a minor one) but after getting reprimanded by my dentist for needing to practice good flossing technique on a more frequent basis, I couldn’t help but google “electronic flossers”.
Is it worth it??
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Right now I’m trying to get into the habit of using those Dentek flosser thingys since I hate the threaded floss. But an electric flosser would be so nice. Is it worth the $100 though??
5) Who says you can’t have chocolate after Valentine’s Day? Funny how I switch to the topic of chocolate after I mentioned my filling. (Honestly, it was a filling in a really hard to reach area…I promise I have really good dental hygeine otherwise ;) !)
Anyways, I tried two new-to-me chocolate bars a couple weeks ago but couldn’t find the right post to fit them in to. Since I’m not in a chocolate coma from yesterday, looking at these bars doesn’t make me sick to my stomach…although one of them did have a similar effect…:P
Simply Lite – Dark Chocolate
This Simply Lite bar was a low carb chocolate bar, and while it did satisfy my dark chocolate craving that I was having one day, I don’t recommend eating the entire bar in one sitting (it even says so on the wrapper – excess consumption may cause a laxative effect). My tummy made some weird gurgling sounds soon after and was acting up for the majority of the day. I found the aftertaste to be kind of off too.
Whole Foods didn’t let me down though…especially since their chocolate selection is engrossing.
Alter Eco – Dark Quinoa
When I saw this quinoa chocolate bar by Alter Eco, I knew I had to buy it (also a plus was that it was on sale!!). I’ve seen this brand/bar on other blogs, but wanted to try it myself. It honestly reminded me of a more sophisticated Crunch bar, and it even had that same “Crunch” taste too. Only difference was that this bar was thinner and flatter, while the Crunch bars of my childhood were thicker and shorter (at least the ones that came in the Lunchables boxes were! 
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Well, I’m off to go watch a new episode of Shark Tank. Anyone else like that show, btw?
Have a fun three-day weekend!
What are your weekend plans?
Do you hate flossing?
I love Alter Eco chocolate! The quinoa one is my second fave but I gotta have the mint kind, I love anything mint and dark chocolate.
And I’m beyond jealous of your weather! It’s been colder than normal here lately–in the 30s–but this weekend is warming up near the 60s…and yes I feel crazy for saying that that’s warm but it is for right now. Basically I can’t wait til it’s finally in the 70s and 80s again.
I know, I’m incredibly grateful! It will probably be short-lived though cause it’s reported that showers are definitely coming in the next few days ><
Chocolate quinoa… who knew such a wonderful thing existed. I’ve seen the low-carb stuff but it hasn’t really appealed to me. The idea that it can have a laxative effect appeals to me even less haha
I know, haha! I’m not sure if I’m willing to try their other two varieties (milk and milk+almonds)
My boyfriend is obsessed with shark tank lately! He’s always yelling at the screen while watching it. And yay for chobani and nutella! Such a great combo.
Haha, I usually watch it with my Dad and we like to guess who’s going to make an offer or not. We may look weird talking to the TV, but we don’t yell at it
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Mmmmm, Nutella and Strawberry Chobani sounds like a great combo! It’s kind of like a chocolate covered stawberry (which I love!) Flossing, however, is something I don’t love. I try to floss every day, but that usually doesn’t happen. I had no idea they even had electric flossers! I don’t think I’d be willing to shell out $100 for one though! I’d rather just do it the old fashioned way.
Have a great weekend and good luck on your midterms!
You’re right, it is like a chocolate-covered strawberry now that I think of it!
Nutella in yogurt sounds awesome!!
And that quinoa chocolate bar? That has me so intrigued. I have read about it on a couple of other blogs too, and it looks ridiculously delicious and maybe even a bit healthy?? Could it be?
You should definitely be on the lookout for it and try it sometime…dark chocolate is considered healthy
ahh I feel like we have so much in common! I took a mandatory Microbiology course 2 years ago and it was brutal…good luck with the studying! ugh I’m in love with greek yogurt, although I don’t think I’ve ever tried it with Nutella..you may have introduced me to a dangerously addictive combination
I’m so jealous of the weather you are having, where I live we’ve been having anywhere from -4F to 28F…so instead of going for runs outside I’ve been running at the gym on the treadmills, definitely harder to do without the change in scenery!
Treadmill running is the worst for me! The longest I’ve ran on a treadmill was 3mi, otherwise, I have to stop after a mile, go do something else, and then come back. Haha.
Yes, the combo is certainly addictive! I practically finished our family’s jar of Nutella just within a week!!
Good luck on your midterms!! I totally miss the university life sometimes..(besides the crazy exams and studying!)
It seems like the exams never end, but I have a feeling I’ll miss the undergrad life as well when I graduate…
Ahh oh man Nutella + ANYTHING is the best combo ever! Ok maybe not everything but still…Nutella is amazing. I actually looked into that electronic flosser too! I’m embarrassed to admit that I rarely floss (I have a permanent retainer so it’s such a hassle to floss) and I think my teeth/gums are starting to pay for my negligence :/ Let me know how you like the flosser if you get it! And the phrase “no curve” literally sends chills down my back…good luck girl!
I have a permanent wire on my bottom front teeth—such a pain to floss D:!!
I loveee flossing..hahaha. I just love teeth, perhaps why I’m going into the dental field. That quinoa chocolate bar..omg I need.
Oh yeah! Now I totally understand your love for all things teeth and flossing
That quinoa dark chocolate bar looks amazing. I’ve always loved nestle crunch bars (or any bar with a crispy rice inside), so I’ll have to look for it!
You must try it if you get the chance! It is amazing!
You’re probably going to hate me… but I love flossing LOL! I still get cavities though. Probably too much sugar
hehe. You are very lucky with that amazing weather!
Haha, I don’t hate you…I’m just, in awe? Haha.
Gotta love those clearance yogurts!:)
They taste so much more satisfying when you know they were on sale!
I can’t even begin to explain how much I loathe flossing. I pretty much don’t enjoy anything that is an added step to take care of myself because I feel like it’s a waste of time I could be using wisely doing anything else. This isn’t to say I am not a healthy person. I do take care of myself and have good hygiene I just get super annoyed while I’m doing it.
Your nutella, chobani snack sounds amazing! I’ve never heard of anyone using that combination before and it sounds like a great way to combine healthy greek yogurt with that bit of a chocolate fix every girl needs every once in a while, yum!
Oh, it is so perfect! I have looked forward to this yogurt concoction every morning
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