It’s likely you’ve heard of zucchini noodles (“zoodles”), since they have become a very popular gluten-free (and healthier) alternative to wheat-based pasta. But have you heard of carrot noodles? OMG, they are so satisfying and delicious! That’s why I’m super excited to share this simple, mouth-watering carrot noodle recipe with you in hopes that you’ll …
Flourless Sweet Potato Brownies (Just 4 Ingredients!)
That darn sweet tooth can sabotage your healthy-eating efforts in a hurry! That’s why I love finding simple recipes for sweet treats that come with a side of health benefits. These fudgy, rich and moist brownies totally do the trick…and they only require 4 simple ingredients! These brownies are free of dairy, gluten and refined …
Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes & Easy Ways to Enjoy Them
Contrary to what many fad diets will lead you to believe, you DO need to eat carbohydrates as part of a healthy diet…mainly because carbs are your body and brain’s preferred source of fuel. The key is eating the right sources of clean carbs to give your body the biggest benefit. In this nutritionist’s opinion, …
Natural DIY Remedy for Dry / Cracked Feet
I enjoy walking around barefoot as much as possible to capitalize on the healing effects of connecting with the Earth’s natural charge. (You can learn all about how that works here.) The only downside is that the skin on my feet gets dry and cracked more easily due to so much direct friction with the ground. …
DIY Shoe Deodorizer – Simple, Natural & Super Effective
When the temp outside gets above 60°F, my sig other insists on wearing all his shoes (both dress and athletic) without socks. Listen, I totally get the desire to let your feet breathe and that’s why I wear flip-flops and sandals whenever possible. But wearing closed shoes without socks ends up being a funk-tastic situation…meaning …
Superfood Chocolate Cookies (Free of Dairy, Gluten & Refined Sugar)
Oh chocolate, sweet chocolate…if loving you is wrong, I don’t want to be right. Thanks to a natural superfood called cacao, you can love chocolate in a healthy way! This clean recipe for chocolate cookies is a great example. It’s a sweet treat that tastes amazing and actually has some health benefits. SCORE! THE STAR …
Soothing Mist Spray for Natural Sunburn Relief
If you’re like me, you make it your mission to avoid getting sunburned at all costs. (I had enough traumatic sunburns before the age of 18 to last me a lifetime!) Nonetheless, I still make a point to expose myself to sunshine every day to help my body make vitamin D, strengthen my immune system …
Simple Grape Slushy Recipe (Includes a Side of Serious Health Benefits)
I remember being mesmerized by icee and slurpee machines when I was kid. The vibrant colors and swirling motion of the delicious frozen concoction inside was hypnotic. And of course, I begged my mom for one every chance I got. Guess what? That’s not an accident! Those machines are designed to lure children in…or adults …
Exercise of the Week: Rear Lunges with Lat Pull-Downs
This exercise works your upper and lower body at the same time: The rear lunge focuses on your thigh/hip/booty area. The lat pull down works the large “wing” muscles that run down the sides of your back. STEP 1: Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your arms extended straight up toward the ceiling. STEP …
Natural & Effective Relief from Insect Bites
UGH! As if it’s not annoying enough to be bothered by insects when you’re trying to enjoy time outdoors, the aftermath of being bitten is even worse. You plead with yourself to ignore the itch and, for the love of God, STOP SCRATCHING the bite area!!! Before you know it, you’re a bloody mess with …