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It's another episode of BLUSH KITCHEN, and this time there is a GUEST! @JoshTheRHONYStan joins host Hiwa Alaghebandian to talk all things Bravo! They spill Bravo tea, get into Summer House, NextGen NYC, the Housewives, Love Hotel, and more. They discuss their favorite bravolebs, people they can't stand, and discuss who they *don't* like. Josh also spills tips on how to grow on tiktok b...

It's the last Tuesday of the month, which means host Hiwa Alaghebandian is answering YOUR questions! This month, we cover: does alcohol halt fat burning? product reviews on various journals & planners Hiwa's workout breakdown is your metabolism to blame for fat gain? PLUS-- the 5 best foods for your metabolism, along with a million tangents! To shop products mentioned in this episode:...

Feeling puffy, bloated, and out of control around food? You’re not alone. In this episode, I open up about a recent spiral with emotional eating — and exactly how I pulled myself out of it. I walk you through the foods and habits I used to de-bloat, feel good in my body again, and get back to a grounded, empowered routine. Plus, I share the flexible meal prep strategy that’s actually working for m...

It's the second Tuesday of the month, which means host Hiwa Alaghebandian is here to break down current wellness trends. This month we address: does hypochlorous acid make you & your home smell better? does yerba mate tea make you lose weight? does the viral carrot ribbon salad actually balance your hormones?!? PLUS-- the best foods for energy, hormone balance, weight loss, and eliminating bod...

You are in for a TREAT because this is one of the best episodes to date! Based on a fun TikTok series, this episode is the Ultimate Summer Glow Up Cheat Sheet. Host Hiwa Alaghebandian breaks down her 27 best tips for skin, mood, and body; including formulas & recipes for overcoming food noise. She also shares some funny stories, goes on some weird tangents, and shares the 5 best foods to suppo...

It's the second Tuesday of the month, which means we're doing HOT OR NOT--the monthly segment where we analyze current wellness trends and whether they live up to the hype! This month's wellness trends are adult tummy time, double cleansing, and low-fat diets. You'll hear a lot of host Hiwa Alaghebandian's experiences with these trends, science-based results, and *how* to imple...

This week we are introducing something BRAND NEW: BLUSH KITCHEN!!! Rather than a regular podcast episode, this is going to be a talk show/cooking show hybrid-- there's recipes, there's vibes, there's education, and of course, there are TANGENTS! Host Hiwa Alaghebandian breaks down how she avoided her usual post-vacation binge; the 4 elements to overcoming food noise; and the comfort recipes she tu...

Host Hiwa Alaghebandian answers your questions. This week, we get into the efficacy of lymphatic drainage massages, the real deal on sunscreen, how to set a good morning routine, and how glutamine helps with bloating. We also get into foods that help with muscle growth, de-puffing, lymphatic drainage, and skin; and have some good deep chats. WARNING: the audio -- and video -- on this episode were...

This week, host Hiwa Alaghebandian finishes the conversation about cleansing & detox that we finished last week! She also shares a step-by-step Blush Cleansing Protocol that will leave you looking & feeling your best! As always, if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you are subscribed to the show to hear more, leave a 5-star review telling us what you liked about it, and please share...

It's Spring. We've been doing Spring Cleaning in our homes. But what about our bodies? That's where this episode comes in--host Hiwa Alaghebandian breaks down everything you need to know about cleansing & detoxing. What's real, what's BS, what you should do, what you should *definitely* avoid, and everything in between. SHOP THIS EPISODE As always, if you enjoy this episode...

It's the second Tuesday of the month, and we are assessing wellness trends that are currently going viral. This month, we are unpacking whether castor packs actually work , if red light is worth the hype, and some slightly unconventional and surprising weight loss & wellness habits that are popping off right now. As always, if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you are subscribed to...

This week, Hiwa Alaghebandian's dermatologist, Samantha Batavia is on to discuss all things BEAUTY. Sam is an aesthetic injector and soon to be women’s health NP that specializes in subtle aesthetic enhancements and optimal results. This is a really open & honest conversation about botox, fillers, sculptra, and everything else aesthetic dermatology. As always, if you enjoy this episode, pl...

Host Hiwa Alaghebandian shares some raw personal updates about what's been going on, how she has been navigating some life challenges, and how you can navigate any in-between phases in your life! As always, if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you are subscribed to the show to hear more, leave a 5-star review telling us what you liked about it, and please share with your community who y...

It's the second Tuesday of the month, which means we are analyzing current viral wellness trends, and whether they are worth the hype. This month, we get into Apple Cider Vinegar, Beef Tallow, and Cycle Syncing for your workouts. With ACV, we discuss 4 claims: 1. whether ACV is good for glucose control, 2. whether ACV is good for weight loss, 3. Whether ACV is good for gut health, 4. Whether A...

For our February Q&A, host Hiwa Alaghebandian answers questions about seed oils, metabolism, soy & weight loss, starvation mode, and more. As always, if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you are subscribed to the show to hear more, leave a 5-star review telling us what you liked about it, and please share with your community who you think would benefit from the episode. The INAPPROP...

This week, we get into how to feel better about your appearance. Host Hiwa Alaghebandian shares how she has de-puffed her face, cleared her acne, and achieved a natural glow without make up! We get into all things water retention, the causes of acne, and the surprising internal tools that make you glow without your Charlotte Tillbury. As always, if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you are...

Welcome to the first EVER Hot or Not-- our new monthly show where host Hiwa Alaghebandian unpacks current wellness trends, viral recipes, and other things that may be coming across your desk. This month, we are unpacking 3 trends: 1. creatine, 2. water-based cooking, 3. "slimbiotics." Tune in to find out whether these trends are truly worth it, if there's any science to back it up, a...

We're making some BIG changes to the pod, and you will have to tune in to find out what they are! As always, if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you are subscribed to the show to hear more, leave a 5-star review telling us what you liked about it, and please share with your community who you think would benefit from the episode. The INAPPROPRIATE & UNPROFESSIONAL MERCH COLLECTION IS LI...

Host Hiwa Alaghebandian is back with another episode. This week, we are doing a *full* Australia recap, including of what may have been Hiwa's worst night ever. We dive into attachment styles, self-sabotaging, insecurities, and more. We also get into Radical Self Awareness, Repressed Parts, and tools that will help you become the best version of yourself. As always, if you enjoy this episode, plea...

This week, host Hiwa Alaghebandian breaks down some of YOUR top questions, recaps her 2024 and things she has learned, and what to look forward to in 2025. As always, if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you are subscribed to the show to hear more, leave a 5-star review telling us what you liked about it, and please share with your community who you think would benefit from the episode. The...

This week we have another "BOB" episode, this one gets deep into 3 tools you can use to alchemize your life into whatever you want it to be. It was SUCH a powerful episode on first airing, and you will enjoy it even more this time around. PLUS: Australia updates, Hiwa's colonic experiences, and a really powerful communication tool that will really affect your holiday experience. As always, if you...

This week's BEST OF BLUSH is the Gil Jacobs episode, which was one of your favorite episodes ever! Gil Jacobs, aka the Godfather of Colonics, aka host Hiwa Alaghebandian's "colonic guy" joins Hiwa on Blush to talk all things gut health. Hiwa also recaps Australian adventures, why she went to the hospital, the time she bled through her shorts, and more. As always, if you enjoy this episode, please...

This week, we are revisiting one of your FAVORITE episodes of Blush. This episode originally aired on the second Tuesday of December last year (2023...lol in case you don't know what year it is). BUT if you already heard it, still listen because there is a brand new intro with new life updates! The original episode got into insecurities, self-improvement, limiting beliefs, and lots and lots of gig...

It’s the last Tuesday of the month, which means we are answering YOUR questions!!! This month, host Hiwa Alaghebandian gets into hypothyroidism, hating dating apps, how to meet people IRL, and being picky in dating. We also have some Krispy Kreme dumpster updates & some other important updates. As always, if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you are subscribed to the show to hear more,...

It's the second Tuesday of the month, which means it's an AITA episode!!! This week, we get into boyfriends who eat out of dumpsters (yes...that's right...), men who try to help with household chores but do a terrible job, ignoring people, standing up for yourself, and some communication tip. Host Hiwa Alaghebandian also shares some crazy stories from recent incidents in her local park! As always,...