D' Luxe Launch - Padma Lakshmi Jewelry Collection

Padma Lakshmi, the former model who is a host of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” is launching her own jewelry line stimulated by the things that surround her most frequently — cooking ingredients.

“It’s inspired by things like seeds and pods, like cardamom, lentils and cloves,” Ms. Lakshmi said. Called “Padma,” the collection will consist of more than 50 styles of 10-karat and 14-karat gold jewelry, including necklaces, rings and cuffs. The Padma line will retail in price from $375 to $6,600 and will hit stores in May. Available at http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/

D' Luxe Diet - Acaii Berry Super Food

The Acai Berry is a fruit that is native to the Amazon Rain Forest in Brazil. It has been harvested by Brazilians for hundreds of years as a food staple known primarily for their rejuvenating and detoxifying properties.

Pleasant tasting, this fruit has such high nutritional values that it joins a very selected few by being named a “Super Food“, which means that we should make it a consistent part of our eating routine in an effort to enjoy a healthier, balanced lifestyle.

Dr. Nicholas Perricone lists Acaii as one of his top 10 Super Foods at Oprah’s Web site. As a matter of fact, he lists it as the #1 Super Food in the World! The best benefits are gained from eating the fruit, but it is primarily marketed as a powder, drink or a supplement.

Acai Berry is said to help you lose weight by flushing your body of trapped waste, increase your metabolism, increase your energy levels, balance pH for efficient body function, and is even reported by some to increase their sexual performance! It is primarily being marketed as a weight loss supplement, but it has so many varying health benefits as the list above shows, that everyone can benefit from using it.