All week the concept of food shaming has been at the front of my mind. I’m here to say it’s time to kick the guilt and judgment placed around food to the curb- for good! Continue reading “I’m SO Over Food Shaming”
Tag: healthy living
Top 5 Tips to Recover from a Cold
We’ve all been there. You go to bed with a tinge of a sore throat and wake up with a nasty full-blown cold. That’s what happened to me this week. Actually, I’m typing this in bed because I’ve received so many texts and emails from sick folks 🙁 So here are my top tips to recover from a cold. Continue reading “Top 5 Tips to Recover from a Cold”
Why You Should Plan on NOT Dieting in the New Year
I realize that the New Year’s diet resolution is as fundamental as paying taxes and dying, but I’m here to say don’t do it!!! Not this year. And here’s why: Continue reading “Why You Should Plan on NOT Dieting in the New Year”
What’s Really in the Flu Shot (+ Bonus Flu-Fighting Elixir Recipe!!)
Fall and winter bring lots of bugs going around and the tough choice of whether or not to get a flu shot. Should you get one to avoid illness? Is it possible to boost immunity naturally? These are tough decisions you have to make yearly, especially if you have young children or are caring for an elderly person. Read on to find out what RNL has to say! Continue reading “What’s Really in the Flu Shot (+ Bonus Flu-Fighting Elixir Recipe!!)”
It’s Not About Weight Loss…
Have you ever had one of those days? Or maybe weeks? In the past couple of weeks, I’ve really enjoyed giving away free health strategy calls to help RNL followers Master their Metabolism. But there’s something that has me pretty ticked off. I spend my days talking with the most amazing men and women and most of them want to lose weight. That’s not why I’m mad. I’m mad because they all think they need to lose weight. Continue reading “It’s Not About Weight Loss…”
Most People Will Never Know What This Feels Like
I want to share something with you that totally changed my perspective on myself and my life several years ago.
First of all, this is about the first REAL diet/lifestyle change that actually worked, and secondly, this is such a game-changer, when it comes to taking your body, mindset, AND lifestyle to the next level.
This is what happened…
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The End of Bad Gluten-Free Brownies
I love brownies. But I don’t always love gluten-free brownies. That said, my family and friends taste-tested a lot of brownies until we got this one right. Below is the winner.
We love this recipe because it’s protein-rich with healthy fats, so they make a nice snack, not just sugar-laden dessert. The raw cacao also gives that perfect rich chocolatey flavor necessary for the perfect brownie. Enjoy these tasty gluten-free brownies. Continue reading “The End of Bad Gluten-Free Brownies”
DIY After Sun Spray You’ll Love for Summer’s End
It’s hard to believe that it is already that time of year again. Summer is slowly coming to an end and soon flip-flops and bikinis will give way to chunky sweaters and cute boots.
But wait, it’s not time to kiss those tan lines goodbye just yet. If your family is like mine, it seems someone (usually daddy) always has too much fun in the sun. If you’re finding yourself looking in the mirror at your tender, red skin (and kicking yourself for forgetting to apply that third and fourth application of sunscreen), have no fear.
I have a tried and true DIY after sun spray that will have your thirsty skin thanking you in no time.
This spray is super easy, works well, and you may already have the ingredients in your cupboards. Get ready for some post fun in the sun relief!
DIY After Sun Spray Recipe
Ingredients
- Organic black tea (2 bags or 1 tbsp tea leaves are both fine)
- 15 drops of lavender essential oil
- 2 tbsp of pure aloe vera gel, which soothes & heals
- Optional: 3 drops peppermint oil
- Small spray bottle (I love these bottles!)
Directions
- Boil the tea in 1/2 cup of water.
- When the tea has cooled, mix in the aloe and essential oils.
- Pour the mixture into a spray bottle for easy application and store in the fridge.
- Spritz on after a cool bath or shower.
Yes, it’s seriously that quick and easy!!
And the best part? It smells amaaaaaaazing!!
Following each application, don’t forget to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. This way you’re healing skin from the outside in and inside out.
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Melissa Schollaert is a Holistic Health & Nutrition Counselor and founder of Real Nutritious Living. Helping others achieve their health goals to attain their healthiest, happiest life is her greatest ambition.
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Back to School: Lunch Packing Tips (+Breakfast & Snacks!)
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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3 Quick Tips to Make the Most of Your Weekend
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”