I can’t believe it’s already that time again. The kiddos are getting ready to head back to school. Morning, noon and night, it’s up to us to help them stay healthy so they function at their fullest. Here are a few easy lunch packing tips to help keep your family happy and healthy this school year.
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Most of us spend the entire week looking forward to the weekend (#TGIF) but much of the time we actually end up not making the best of those precious 48 hours. I say it’s time we take a stand and say we will take no more of these counterproductive weekends. Are you ready to reclaim your weekends? Continue reading “3 Quick Tips to Make the Most of Your Weekend”
Kombucha. Ahhh, it’s like a fizzy summer hug in a cup. And that’s what today’s post is all about friends. Hannah Crum of Kombucha Kamp was a fabulous expert on the Master Your Metabolism Summit in June and discussed kombucha uses and benefits. Hannah has even had the term “the kombucha mamma” coined after her because she is the kombucha guru.
I recently had the pleasure of spending a Saturday afternoon with Hannah and crew at kamp learning some really cool uses and benefits of kombucha I never knew. Keep reading for all the details and a free bonus recipe. Continue reading “5 Secrets I Learned at Kombucha Kamp + Bonus Recipe”
I love my local farmers market and one of my favorite stands to visit is the mushroom stand. Maybe it’s because I secretly think they look a bit like alien vegetables, and there’s always a fascinating new variety that I’m told I must try (admittedly I usually do!).
Mushrooms have so many benefits they really should be called a superfood. Read on for the top 5 benefits of eating mushrooms in this month’s functional food spotlight.
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Are supplements necessary? That’s a great question, and while it’s preferred to get nutrients from food, it would likely be cumbersome, expensive, and potentially impossible to do without extensive knowledge. With so many on the market, it can be tough to sort through the madness and know which are the most important. Continue reading “Nutritional Supplements 101”
So here’s the thing… I’m really not your typical potato eater, but there comes this time each summer when my CSA box is crammed full of fresh organic potatoes. I’m not one to waste and they taste SO good.
This recipe is just in time for the holiday. It’s easy to make, delicious, and you’ll be giving Aunt Millie a run for her money when you bring this recipe to the family BBQ! No more cold mayonnaise-laden potato salad for you, my friend.
Everyone’s favorite summertime remedy with aloe vera is using it topically after being in the sun. But, did you know that aloe vera can heal a variety of other ailments as well?
Here are some ways to use your aloe and keep the medicine cabinet closed!! Continue reading “Aloe Vera Remedies You’ve Never Tried”
In our most recent NBC news appearance, Melissa reveals a metabolic sabotaging secret and a HUGE announcement. Read on for the video, written tips, and the announcement. Continue reading “The Secret Source that May Be Wrecking Your Metabolism”
It’s that time of the year… allergy time. (Boo!!) Would you love to fight your seasonal allergies with food? Read on and learn how… Continue reading “How NOT to Get Seasonal Allergies”
Spring has finally sprung!! And it always makes me think of green and spring cleaning. That said I’ve compiled a list of my favorite green superfoods that will help clean up the body and rejuvenate your health this spring. Continue reading “Rejuvenate Your Health with Green Superfoods this Spring”
