How to Clean Your Groceries During the Pandemic
As restrictions are lifting and non-essential stores and restaurants are opening, it is important to continue following safety guidelines when out and about. But another area that deserves our utmost attention is the home – bringing food and other items from outside our homes and through our doors needs to be done in the safest…
All About Dry Brushing
As of recent, the Ayurvedic medicine practice of dry brushing has been touted by celebrities (I’m looking at you, Gwyneth Paltrow) and other figures in the wellness community as a practice that, with regular use, can fix a host of issues including the slight ripples in our skin referred to as cellulite. This is most…
Where do all the calories go?
We know that weight loss and long-term health is more than calories in vs. calories out. Your hormones, sleep, macronutrient breakdown, and stress levels all contribute and have an effect on your body weight/composition and longevity. However, it is important to have a sense of how many calories you are consuming as well as how…
Plant-Based Sources of Protein
If you have ever made the decision to eat vegan, vegetarian, or simply aimed to eat more plant-based, you’ve probably been asked, “But where will you get your protein?” The common belief that we must be reliant on meat, eggs, or dairy to fuel our bodies with an adequate amount of protein is simply untrue,…
Natural SPF and How to Stay Safe in the Sun
Boy have we been lucky to have enjoyed so much sunshine this April! As beautiful as it is outside, we cannot forget how important it is to care for our skin before we get outside, and even indoors; Harmful UVA and UVB rays can penetrate through glass so if you have beautiful floor to ceiling…
Freezer Friendly Meals
We have been in an state of self isolation now for a few weeks. Many of us have put some effort into creating new schedules and routines. We may not need to meal prep a week’s worth of food for your whole family right now, but we all have some extra time on our hands…
Eating Healthy on a Budget
We’re in an interesting time. With life changing daily, we do not know the full effect these concerns will have on our life and business. What we can do right now is lean into our health, fitness, and nutrition. Whether your income is affected or you are just looking to decreasing costs, this article will…
Boosting your Immune System
With various colds, flus and viruses, it is important to keep your immune system strong. Normally, your immune system does a remarkable job of defending you against disease-causing microorganisms. But sometimes it fails and a germ invades and makes you sick. For your immune system to function optimally, it requires balance and harmony. Living a…
Energy Balance
The energy balance equation is a lot more complex than how many calories we eat and how many calories we burn. Just saying “eat less and workout more” is an over simplification to how our bodies actually work. Let’s take a deeper dive. First let’s look at the factors that influence calories coming in (what…
Healthy Holiday Recipes
From appetizers to dessert, here are three guilt-free holiday recipes that are guaranteed to impress your family and guests. APPETIZER Grilled Mushrooms with Bruschetta & Goat Cheese Ingredients– 12 fresh whole mushrooms button or crimini– 2 small plum tomatoes– 1 clove garlic minced– 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar– 2-3 tablespoons goat cheese crumbled– Fresh basil– Sprinkle of salt & pepper Instructions– Heat barbecue to medium– Wash the…
