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10 Things You Can Do Today to Be Healthy and Feel Better.
A healthy lifestyle is often talked about as a long term process. Ya know, slowly making changes until we have built several strong healthy habits that make up a well balanced life. Many of us put off starting any of these healthy habits until some designated day. “Diet starts monday!” But the truth is, you can literally start today, right NOW to make healthy choices. You don’t have to wait and making these small healthy choices won’t disrupt your life like you might think. Here are 10 super simple things to do TODAY to help you be healthy and feel better. You don’t have to do all 10, but pick…
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My Natural Cold Remedies + Immune Boosting Tips
There are fewer things worse than getting sick. You have zero energy, get behind on work and house chores, and you just feel like literal crap. As much as I think I’ll enjoy Netflixing in bed all day long, it gets old super fast and all I really want is to get back to my workouts and feeling good again. I know you’ve all been there too. The best way to avoid getting sick is to prevent it, but that’s not always possible. I used to NEVER get sick but when I started teaching the 6-year-olds in church on Sundays, I seem to pick something up more often during the…
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My Post Workout Skincare Routine
This post contains affiliate links. Have you ever shied away from working out because you didn’t want your skin to break out? I’ve been there. It seemed that the sweatier my workout, the more breakouts I would have to endure! Don’t get me wrong, a hard-core sweat sesh is good! You’re releasing toxins, you’re working hard, and it’s important for the body to cool down. However, lots of sweat can cause irritation and breakouts. Luckily, I found FRÉ skincare and it’s made a HUGE difference in the appearance of my skin. Of course, the first step for healthy clear skin is a diet full of fruits, veggies, protein, and the right…
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DIY Natural Bug Repellent-Get Rid of Bugs the Non-Toxic Way
This post contains affiliate links. Summer is back and so are the BUGS! I love summer just as much as the next person but I don’t love all the bugs, particularly spiders, in my house. We live in a basement apartment right now and I’ve never had to deal with so many creepy crawlers in my life! As someone with borderline arachnophobia, I knew I had to find a solution or be doomed to live with spiders all summer. NO THANKS! Of course, we could have hired an exterminator or used conventional bug killer, but that stuff can be expensive and dangerous for pets and kids and I don’t feel…
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Ask The Nutritionist: Is the Keto Diet Healthy?
Have you noticed that everyone is talking about the keto diet? Keto has definitely turned into a buzzword and I know quite a few people who are trying it out. As a certified nutritionist, I get asked about the keto diet quite a bit. So what’s all the fuss about? Why is it so trendy? Well for one, it can be very effective for weight loss. Whether you’re able to keep that weight off depends on how long you can keep up the diet. Because in reality, the keto diet is a just that. A diet. In this post, I’ll go over some of the general details of the keto…
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My Favorite Essential Oils and How to Use Them
*This post contains affiliate links. I use to think essential oils was just another marketing scheme designed to take all my money. And although I’m not so sure about some of the claims behind oils, I’m more of a believer in them now that I’ve actually used some. My first experience with essential oils was during a study abroad trip across the world to New Zealand. A few of the girls, myself included, had some digestion issues (oh the joys of sitting on a plane for 14 hours) and were desperate for something to get things, well, moving again. One of the girls suggested essential oils and gave us a…
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What Are the Healthiest Sugar Alternatives?
We all know that we should reduce our sugar intake. Too much processed sugar is linked to inflammation, disease, bad skin, weight gain, and lowered immunity. But let’s be honest. It’s not fun or easy to give up our favorite sweet treats. Trust me, as a certified nutritionist and girl with a MAJOR sweet tooth, I understand the struggles of wanting to eat ALL the sweets but also wanting to avoid all that processed sugar. That being said, I’m a huge believer in moderation and never depriving yourself of things you love. After all, you want your healthy choices to become a lifestyle, not just another short-term crash diet or…
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7 Easy and Affordable Ways to Sneak More Veggies into Your Meals
It’s recommended that we aim for about 5-9 servings of fruits and veggies per day, or roughly 2.5 to 6.5 cups of fruits and veggies each day. Sadly, only a measly 10% of American’s will actually get enough fruits and veggies each day. Why does this matter? Will eating more fruits and veggies really improve your health that much? YES! Research studies for the past several decades have found that eating a sufficient amount of fresh fruit and vegetables improves health, decreases your risk for obesity, and lengthens your lifespan. Plants like fruits and veggies contain critical ingredients that fight off disease, keep our organs functioning properly, help us have hormonal balance,…
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5 Natural Skin Care Tips for Radiant Skin
The winter months can leave your skin feeling dry, patchy, and far from glowing. You’ve tried everything from expensive creams to face massages but nothing seems to help that glow you’ve been looking for. Luckily, there are some natural remedies that you can do each day that can dramatically improve the look of your skin. I’m talking a beautiful glow that will even get you your dermatologists nod of approval! Here are five natural skin care tips for radiant skin. *This post contains affiliate links. 5 Natural Skin Care Tips Eat more fruits and veggies. If you’ve been breaking out lately, you can probably blame your diet. And when it…
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The Tomorrow Hybrid Mattress Review
Did you know that 1 out of 3 Americans don’t get enough sleep? And by “enough” sleep I mean at least 7 hours for adults ages 18-60. Frankly, I’m not surprised. I hear all the time from co-workers, friends, and family about frequent late night outings and waking up far too early. I get tired just hearing about their lack of sleep! For me personally, sleep is a HUGE priority. I don’t say that to brag. I just get really, really cranky when I don’t get enough sleep. It’s nothing personal, I just need my sleep! I should probably take this moment to apologize to my roommates over the years for banging…
