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...

Avocados have become an increasingly popular food in recent years, with people blending the creamy fruit in their smoothies or slicing it...

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

Dates! The Original Sweetener! Ancient Mesopotamian texts describe dates as one of the primary sweeteners of that time. In the Bible, the...

Traditionally, Alfredo is made with dairy products. It usually contains butter + parmesan cheese. However, I'd like to show you this...

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...

Assertiveness is communicating and expressing your thoughts, feelings, and opinions in a way that makes your views and needs clearly understood by others, without putting down their thoughts, feelings, or opinions. Assertive communication is the ability to express positive and negative ideas and feelings in an open, honest and direct way. It recognises our rights while still respecting the rights of others. It allows us to take responsibility for ourselves and our actions w

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...

I love making my own salad dressings + marinades. I've compiled a list of 15 super versatile + yummy options. They are perfect for warm...