Brazil nuts are often considered a superfood and are a great addition to your everyday diet. They’re the highest food source of selenium which creates a plethora of health benefits. Brazil nuts come from the Amazon. The trees grow to be extremely large, reaching 200…
Happy New Year! We’re a full week in to 2019! One year away from 2020, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves. This year we will live in the present like never before! However, we must have goals and aspirations for the coming year, right?!…
What are essential oils? Can they help me? What is an aromatherapist? These were all some of the questions I had a few years ago. I knew I couldn’t be the only one needing clarity on this topic so I recently sat down with friend…
It’s that time of year again, the holiday season! Which also means cold and flu season. Sigh. But have no fear! There are plenty of ways to keep you in tip top shape so it doesn’t happen to you! And if you do happen to…
We’re just a week away from Thanksgiving and that means menu planning. I’ve come up with a list of my favorite holiday dishes to help take some of the stress off. No matter what food preferences you or your family have, these recipes are sure to…
Feeling run down? Need some digestion help? This shot will help boost your health in so many ways. The ingredients are nothing short of magic. Each one being a superstar in its own right. Ginger Used around the world for thousands of years as a…
The Big Apple, famous for street meat and pizza. No wonder healthy isn’t exactly a word synonymous with New York City. However, on my visit I found quite the opposite. This seems true for a lot of big cities I’ve visited lately. When Derek and…
Since becoming plant-based, both my husband and I often get asked where we get our protein. In fact, it is usually the first thing people say when they hear we don’t eat meat anymore (especially for my 6’2″ very active windsurfing husband). “But where do…
Let’s face it, we live in a super fast paced world and sometimes we just don’t have time to wash our hair! The struggle is real, friends. Personally, I try not to wash my hair everyday unless I’ve had an extensive workout. Waiting longer in…
Brussel sprouts have gotten a bad rap for a long time. However, times have changed and they are making a comeback! You can now find them on fancy restaurant menus all over the place. Whether they’re baked, sauteed, or steamed, there seems to always be…
