Are YOU getting enough sleep? According to the CDC, 1 in 3 Americans aren't! Getting enough sleep is essential if you want to feel happy, stay healthy, and reach peak performance. And beyond quantity, we also need to consider the quality of our sleep and how rested we feel in the morning. It should go without saying that one of the most important pillars of health is undoubtedly SLEEP! You can …
Easter Eggs and Easter Baskets
Do you ever feel behind when it comes to holiday prep? Ugh! Every year it seems like I am more and more behind the 8-ball, even though I promise myself that the next time I'll be on top of it! Life happens, I guess. If you're like me and scrambling to come up with last minute Easter basket ideas, this post is for you! I love Easter, and so do my kiddos, as we welcome a new …
Kids in the Kitchen
I'm in the kitchen A LOT! Granted, it's a big part of my job, both as our family's CEO and as a nutritionist and blogger. It's a place I feel comfortable, creative, organized (sometimes) and competent. My comfort and competence has simply come from the time I've put in and the priority I've placed on providing my family with healthful meals. But, it's also come from modeling my …
Love for Turnips!
As we turn the corner into March, some of us are hoping for signs of Spring. But, according to Punxsutawney Phil, we are in for a longer Winter this year! Whether or not you are a snow-bunny by nature, I encourage you to rejoice in this news because it gives us more time to celebrate, the often forgotten winter vegetables, like TURNIPS! Never heard of turnips? Not sure what …
Why I Choose Beautycounter
What we put INTO our body can dramatically effect our health! But, what we put ONTO our body is another critical aspect of wellness. Years ago I had great trust in the products on store shelves; whether food, cosmetics or personal care products. I figured that if they had been approved for sale, they must be "safe." Maybe not healthy, but "safe". BOY, WAS I WRONG! It wasn't …
DIY Holiday Gift Series: Gourmet Food!
Giving Holiday treats a healthy twist allows us to indulge this time of year while maintaining our well-being. In this post we share a few fun edible DIY gift options that are always crowd pleasers! Swedish Style Spiced Nuts Magic Mushroom Powder From: Nom Nom Paleo Beyond the incredible flavor and versatility of Magic Mushroom Powder, I LOVE this DIY project …
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