Sheri's Modern Beauty & Wellness

11/23/2025

11/21/2025

A functional recipe that naturally supports collagen production while incorporating vitamin C and hyaluronic acid–all wrapped in a tasty, health-conscious smoothie

Collagen-Boosting Citrus Berry Smoothie

Ingredients (1 serving)
• 1 scoop collagen peptides (unflavored)
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut water (hydration + electrolytes)
• ½ cup frozen strawberries (vitamin C powerhouse)
• ½ cup fresh pineapple chunks (tropical sweetness + vitamin C)
• ½ kiwi (extra vitamin C + fiber)
• 1 handful baby spinach (supports hyaluronic acid production + antioxidants)
• 1 tsp chia seeds (omega-3s + texture)
• Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra zing

Directions
1. Add all ingredients to the blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust with more lemon or pineapple if you want extra brightness.
4. Pour into a chilled glass and enjoy immediately.

Nutritional Highlights
• Collagen peptides → direct source of amino acids for skin, joints, and hair.
• Vitamin C fruits → boost collagen synthesis and immunity.
• Spinach → supports hyaluronic acid naturally.
• Coconut water → hydration for skin elasticity.
• Chia seeds → healthy fats and fiber for satiety.

This smoothie is refreshing, naturally sweet, and strategically designed to support collagen and skin health.
Why it works:
• Collagen: You can add a scoop of hydrolyzed collagen peptides (unflavored) to the smoothie. They dissolve easily and don't affect taste.
• Vitamin C: Essential for collagen synthesis. Citrus fruits, strawberries, and kiwi are excellent sources.
• Hyaluronic Acid: While supplements exist, certain foods (like bone broth, soy, and leafy greens) help support your body's natural hyaluronic acid levels. For a smoothie, we'll lean on spinach and citrus.
• Natural Flavor: Berries and citrus give a refreshing, tangy-sweet taste without added sugar.

I like to add a scoop of unflavored plant protein blend, too.

11/21/2025

11/21/2025

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11/20/2025

So I was at the store earlier with my service dog. The lady in front of me at checkout had about $200 worth of toilet paper in her shopping cart. With an attitude she asked me what type of dog I had. I told her it was my service dog. Then she got real snarky and said, I knew that. What type of service? I said he was a BLD. By now he was licking her face and hands being super friendly. She said, what is a BLD? I told her it stood for Butt Licking Dog. She said Butt Licking Dog? I said yeah, he has been trained to lick my butt clean because I can't seem to be able to find toilet paper because of hoarders. The cashier completely lost

11/20/2025

Healing in the Face of Judgment

Growth is rarely a quiet process. When a human decides to level up—choosing to heal wounds, confront trauma, and rewrite the narrative of their life—it is an act of courage. It’s a declaration that pain will not define the future. But this transformation often happens under the gaze of others who stand in judgment, ridiculing what they do not understand.

The Courage to Heal

Healing is not linear. It demands vulnerability, self-awareness, and the willingness to face uncomfortable truths. To rise above trauma is to break cycles that have persisted for years, sometimes generations. This is not weakness—it is strength in its purest form.

The Mirror Effect

When someone evolves, it holds up a mirror to those around them. For some, this reflection inspires growth. For others, it triggers fear, insecurity, and resistance. Judgment often comes from those unwilling to confront their own wounds. Ridicule becomes a defense mechanism—a way to avoid the discomfort of change.

Choosing Growth Over Stagnation

Every human has a choice: to grow or to remain unchanged. Those who choose stagnation may cling to old patterns, mocking those who dare to break free. But evolution is not about proving others wrong; it’s about becoming whole. It’s about reclaiming power from pain and stepping into authenticity.

The Ripple Effect

When one person heals, it creates ripples. It challenges norms, inspires others, and shifts dynamics. Some will rise with you. Others will fall away. That is the nature of transformation—it demands alignment.

Closing thought:
Healing is revolutionary. It is not for the faint of heart. And while judgment may echo loudly, the quiet strength of growth will always speak louder in the end.

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11/20/2025

Where are the healed living?