HOUSEPLANTS AND THEIR HEALTH BENEFITS Did you know your environment can have a huge impact on your well-being? Cleanliness, organization, the right temperature, decorations, and yes, even indoor gardening can have powerful effects on your mental and physical health. Houseplants can improve your health by boosting your mood and productivity, helping your immune system, providing Read More!
Nutritional Benefits of Herbs and Spices You probably read and hear a lot about the powerful nutritional benefits of many foods, but what about herbs and spices? These often overlooked plants do a lot more for you than flavor your food. If you’ve been curious about how or why to include more herbs and spices Read More!
Grilled Chicken + Mango Skewers Fire up that grill because this one is going to be an absolute crowd pleaser 🔥 I’m not exactly sure why food-on-a-stick is so much fun to eat – but IT IS! It really is. These chicken and mango skewers will brighten up your evening meal & make dinnertime feel Read More!
What are the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15? + Benefits of choosing organic foods and how to save money when doing so. *Please see a Note from Rachel at the bottom of this article regarding the source of the Clean 15 and Dirty Dozen lists. There are a lot of options when it comes to Read More!
5 Ways to Stay Healthy While Working a Desk Job It’s not uncommon to work at a desk five days a week with limited breaks. Millions of people do this every week! Unfortunately, working a desk job, or sitting for long hours on end, can have a negative toll on your health, both physically and Read More!
Watermelon Lemonade/Limeade 🍉🍋🥤💦 Watermelon + Lemonade = Nothing better on a hot summer day! 💦 Here’s a fun fact: watermelon is 92% water – which means it can help keep you hydrated AND feeling full between meals. It also can aid in digestion. 💚 Its high water content means it’s lower in calories – but Read More!
10 Benefits of Getting Outside With the weather getting better, my family and I have been getting outside so much more. There’s nothing quite like enjoying the sunshine on a warm day after months enduring (or even enjoying!) cold weather, don’t you agree? Being outdoors gives an instant lift to my mood. It turns out Read More!
Myth vs. Facts for Skin Care With all the information about skincare out there, it can get overwhelming knowing what to listen to and what to ignore. Which new product should you try and what should you avoid? What about homemade scrubs and lotions? While it’s always best to consult your doctor or dermatologist (especially Read More!
Why Sleep Matters for Your Weight and Health You’ve probably heard that sleep is important for your health. Like eating and drinking, sleep is an essential function that your body needs in order to survive and function properly. This is why not getting enough sleep can be damaging to both your mental and physical health. Read More!
Relieve Seasonal Allergies With These Natural Remedies The changing of the seasons can be a welcome time for many people. Things like holidays, vacations, and changes in weather can bring excitement into our lives. Yet if you’re someone who struggles with allergies, the changing of the seasons can also be a dreaded time when you Read More!
