Healthy Living Tips
Just like mornings and matcha tea, or smoothie bowls and granola, yoga and essential oils go hand in hand! When used in yoga practice, they promote mental focus to help you flow through each movement, while their indulgent aromas create a moment of total indulgence. Depending on what mood you’re in, or what kind of …
Collagen production is ideal for healthier skin, hair, and nails. As you age you lose collagen and the results are wrinkles, sagging skin, and it can also affect your bone health. Collagen is mostly produced from animal sources including beef or fish and it is not vegan. Historically, getting enough collagen has often been an issue …
Wondering how to eat kimchi without just using it as a side dish? There are lots of delicious ways to eat kimchi – keep reading to find out what they are! If you haven’t heard of Kimchi yet, you will soon. This fermented side dish is a staple in the Korean diet and it’s popularity …
If you’ve ever had a financial challenge (and honestly who hasn’t?!), at some point you’ve probably thought about changing some things up in your life. Maybe trying to figure out how to earn more money. Or invest better. Or pay off some debt. Sometimes we make plans but then they don’t turn out because we …
The Kansa Wand has found renewed popularity the last few years, especially on Instagram and other social media. The ironic part is that it’s been used for centuries in Ayurvedic practice to balance your skin’s pH level as well as your doshas and chakras. In Ayurvedic practice, the doshas represent the 3 biological energies that …
There are so many books about meditation on the market that it can be hard to find one that you actually read and also either helps you start meditating or extends your existing meditation practice. Some of you emailed me privately and asked for suggestions – here are are a few reviews of my favorites. My …
Have you ever thought about the quality of the air you’re breathing at home? The average adult spends 90% of their time indoors (!), so it’s imperative that the air we’re breathing isn’t full of toxic chemicals. But according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the air quality in our own home can …
Monat Shampoo The Monat brand is renowned for its luxury hair and skincare products. The brand exclusively uses natural ingredients to formulate premium products. All of their shampoos and other products are clean, vegan, and cruelty-free. Since Monat is a luxury brand, its products aren’t wallet-friendly. But it doesn’t mean they have compromised on quality …
Have you heard about TENS units and how they can help you recover from workouts more quickly and also reduce pain? We have the whole scoop today… TENS is an abbreviation of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. A TENS machine is used to provide relief to muscles by the application of an electric current. This can …
Ceremonial cacao is not an unfamiliar term for people seeking mind and soul peace. They have heard of its use or learned about people who’ve used it. However, most curious minds are unaware of the true power it contains. An immune booster, a shot of energy, or a new age drink to increase blood flow—call …
Do you ever find yourself feeling run down and exhausted, counting down the hours until your head hits the pillow at night? Life can be hectic at times, which is why it’s so important to be practicing self-care. I’m the mom of a 2-year-old who is always on-the-go. In addition to all of my other …
If self-care isn’t a part of your daily routine, then I’m officially telling you that it needs to be something you do each day. And if you’re thinking to yourself something along the lines of “Yeah, right. I don’t have the time for self care!” then you’re the exact type of person who needs to …
Monat is a rapidly growing haircare company that sells natural haircare products. Because Monat uses MLM (multi-level marketing) to sell their haircare products, you’ve probably seen at least one or two Facebook friends promoting this natural haircare brand. And you’ve probably also noticed that it’s expensive. Some people claim that Monat causes hair loss, scalp …
With age come dark spots, wrinkles, dryness, and dullness that many people want to overcome. But no need to worry! Some skincare products contain ingredients like Mandelic acid that can address these specific skin concerns while improving your appearance. Read on to learn more about Mandelic acid and why it is considered a holy grail for …
The term “highly sensitive person” was first used in the 1970s by Elaine Aron. She wrote a book about her research on the trait and found that it is present in 15% of the population. Highly sensitive person is a term used to describe people who have a more acute sense of hearing, sight, smell …
In other words, they are super important! Have you ever tried to change a habit and gotten really excited about the change you want to make? And then….failed. And felt defeated. And wanted to give up? We all have! 🙁 The good news is that this is a common problem that is easy to fix. …
Would you like to have a great evening routine to help you wind down and leave the day behind? According to the CDC, One-third of Americans don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis. If this sounds familiar, don’t worry – we have the solutions. Creating a bedtime routine is an easy step you can do …
Motivation is a powerful force in our lives. Sometimes it is easy to get motivated. When that happens you’re mind is excited and its easy to be engaged in the things you need to do and you feel incredibly focused and engaged in life. And at other times, when motivation is low, it’s really difficult …
If you’re trying to lose weight, you know how much of a challenge it can be. Trust me, I’ve been there. I’m not one of those people who can eat whatever I want and stay trim – I have to watch what I eat otherwise I can easily start gaining weight. One of the best …
There are so many books about self care on the market that it can be hard to find the right one for you. Here are are a few reviews of my favorite self care books. Self Care for Moms by Sara Robinson If there is one group of women that needs a little extra self …
If you are struggling to stick with a weight loss program, you are definitely not alone. Millions of people worldwide start and fail diet programs every day. There are some key reasons why some people succeed and others fail. Why is it so hard to stick with a new diet? Is it all just “willpower”? …
I’m sure you’ve heard a million things that you should be doing to lose weight. But what happens when you’re watching what you eat, working out regularly, and you still can’t seem to lose weight? It may be because you’re not focusing on weight loss “dont’s.” Yep, there are actually a number of sneaky things …
Belly fat is one of the most stubborn types of fat for women lose. When people think about ways to burn excess belly fat, the first things that usually spring to mind are hundreds of abdominal crunches and intensive cardio sessions. While it’s true that an intense workout like what you’d get from a 15-minute …
One of the hardest issues people struggling with when trying to lose weight is finding healthy snacks. And if you are like most of us, this becomes an issue in the evening in that window that is after dinner and before you go to bed. If you choose healthy, whole-food options with a lot of …
