I recently started pinning some of my favorite home gym designs for future reference + it’s safe to say I’m fully manifesting these spaces for my future home. In this post I'm sharing a few dream-worthy designs I’ve been collecting + swooning over.. HOME GYM Of My Dreams Photo: Pinterest HOME GYM with a View pic courtesy of #archdaily YOGA Studio Looking for morning workout motivation? How about a home yoga studio? Blush pink walls + alabaster fixtures give this space its oc

Since having my first surgery (which you can read about here ) to remove an osteoma from my head, I’ve learned that a little preparation can make a big difference in both your hospital stay + recovery at home. Before going in, I spent time putting together a hospital bag + gathering a few items I thought might make recovery easier. I’m sharing what I packed + what I’ve been using since coming home, all of which are linked on my ShopMy / Amazon list here My RECOVERY Items C

How It Started I had an MRI with + without contrast performed on May 31, 2023 . The findings were as follows.... A 1.9cm heterogeneously enhancing mass of the LEFT frontal bone , grossly unchanged compared to CT scan. The differential diagnosis includes: Hemangioma, Atypical Fibrous Dysplasia + Intraosseous Meningioma. Tissue sample may be of benefit. Focal susceptibility of the LEFT parietal subcortical white matter. This is non-specific, but could represent a small cavern

After two + a half years of avoiding Covid, my parents + I finally caught it. Honestly, I’m incredibly grateful that we somehow managed to avoid getting sick during the earlier stages of the pandemic. Sometimes I still wonder if my clinical-level OCD tendencies played a role in keeping it away for so long. I was constantly reminding everyone around me: “Don’t touch that doorknob without a tissue,” “Go wash your hands,” “Put your mask on,” “Clean your phone.” The list truly we

Lauryn Evarts Bosstick aka The Skinny Confidential (seen below with her adorable mini me, Zaza) inspired me with her 5 MONDAY MORNING PROMPTS to help start the day / week off FRESH + FOCUSED! I needed a different system to make my days more focused & harmonious. I haven't been posting as consistently or writing enough as much as I would like. I also want to launch my PODCAST sooner than later. These 5 prompts have started helping me feel more balanced. Here's what Lauryn s

I've taken an interest in this topic as it hits close to home. My Dad has Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) + I wanted to learn more to empower my family to know more about it + how to shop + meal plan. The only person that is truly in control however, is my Dad aka Papa Ed, so I hope this post helps him as well as others with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). They're small, but your kidneys have a mighty job—filtering out waste from the blood. If they aren’t working well things can g

It's been quite a long time since I've treated myself to some much needed selfcare. The kind of self care where you are in someone else's...

ORAL HEALTH Beekeeper's Naturals Did you know you can spray propolis in your dog's water? Propolis, aka "bee glue" is a sticky, resinous substance bees make to seal, disinfect, and protect their hive. They also use it to mummify intruders too big to remove. Relatively unknown to most North Americans this potent bee medicine had been used for centuries as a natural alternative to antibiotics. And unlike the antibiotics we are familiar with, propolis does not disrupt the goo

This Bowflex workout below is an absolute favorite of my parents and especially my Dad who found it at the beginning of the pandemic and...

Staying hydrated is foundational to optimal health. As a rule of thumb, Dr. Mary Pardee recommends drinking 1/2 of your body weight in ounces per day. It's also important to try to consume most of your liquids between meals + not with your meals because this can dilute your stomach acid + enzymes, making it harder to digest your food. Tired of drinking straight water? Dr. Pardee recommends also hydrating with hot water, homemade green juices (without fruit), herbal + green te

On Friday, I had my first experience at a luxury saltwater float spa called Floatopia that I mentioned in my New Jersey Travel Guide post...

I recently learned that October 10th marks World Mental Health Day, observed by the World Health Organization since 1992 to raise awareness, honor those affected + encourage global action in support of mental health. Life is challenging, with the pandemic, ongoing social justice movements + the state of the world taking a toll on both our mental well-being + the availability of mental health resources. I firmly believe that everyone deserves happiness + wellness, no matter w

Tuesday Tip # 1: To Refrigerate or To Not Refrigerate? Fun Fact: Lemons + Limes should ALWAYS be used at room temperature. The natural enzymes are turned off when the fruit is cold. REFRIGERATE DON'T REFRIGERATE Fruits: Fruits: Apricots Apples Blackberries Avocados Raspberries Bananas Strawberries Kiwis Cherries Lemons Cut Fruits Mangoes Figs Oranges Grapes Papayas Peaches Veggies: Veggies: Green Beans Cucumbers..

The days are getting longer, the temperatures are rising, the air is fresh and seasonal allergies are back to wreak havoc once again. Don't worry - I have you covered! We need way more support as the weather changes than we think, and I'll explain why. It's common knowledge that we tend to catch colds towards the end of summer, just as the windy nights and unpredictable temp changes roll in. We intuitively know that the changing of the seasons and subsequent weather extremes

Once a calf is born, handlers usually remove the calf from their mother within 24 hours of birth. There is ample documentation of mother cows fighting to prevent their calf being taken, crying out, and even chasing the vehicle taking her calf away. Instead of their mother's milk, calves are fed an artificial formula. Modern dairy cows have been genetically modified and selectively bred over time to increase milk production. These cows used to produce about 1 gallon of milk pe

What’s the one thing men dislike doing the most? To be fair, that's a pretty open-ended question. But if you said going to the doctor, you’re probably right. Apparently, June was Men's Health Month, but honestly, we should always be on top of our health. Encourage the men in your life to see their doctor for an annual visit (no, you don’t just see a doctor when you’re sick), have preventive care such as screenings + vaccinations, maintain a regular exercise routine + eat a he

Mama Joy + I are gearing up for the OWL Reset (OWL = One Whole Life) + I’m excited to take you along for the journey! I’ll be diving deeper into why we chose to do the Reset + what it means for us in my next blog post. For now, let’s focus on preparing your mind + body before starting. Below, I’ve gathered all the essential pre-Reset tips from Health Coach Lillian Jacobs to help you get ready. Your diet, lifestyle + environment leading up to the Reset will influence how you

While “leaky gut” might not sound pretty, the description is pretty spot on and refers to when the walls of the intestine become...

Strolling the aisles of Trader Joe's can be confusing if you don't know how to read labels properly. This is the first installment of...

This is a 7 day workout challenge to help get you to lose fat, gain strength, get lean + most importantly FEEL BETTER. All 7 of these workouts are BODYWEIGHT ONLY! You don't need any equipment at all. There are all 20 minutes. I will be doing this 7 day workout challenge with you. Each day we will focus on a different workout. From full body, to legs, to toning the arms and back. I can guarantee, you will never do the same thing twice! Please COMMIT to seeing this free 7 day