Embracing my Wellness Weirdness

One of my favorite topics to discuss, research, and experiment with is wellness. What that means is different for everyone. For me, it's about what I put into my body (via vitamin capsules/herbs/tonics, drinking plenty of water, smoothie and cooking ingredients), as well as what I do FOR myself: a good night's rest, an aromatic...

NEW Beauty Smoothie

I've shared my morning breakfast smoothie here before. I was looking to switch it up, and get some new things/flavors, so that I wouldn't get sick of a collagen smoothie every day. Kroger has stepped up their health food game, & I've been loving my switch to Califia Farms unsweetened vanilla almond milk. This brand...

Wellness Wednesday: The Power of a Routine

I can compare almost anything that comes with "claims" to exercise. You can't just work out once and expect results, right? The same can be said for a skincare routine, a pattern of eating (I despise the word diet!), reaping benefits from vitamins....you get the point. Anything with a quick fix reaps no long term...

In My Kitchen: Beauty Smoothie

I go in phases when it comes to what I eat for breakfast. I'll only eat oatmeal every day for months on end. Then, I'll wake up and be SO tired of oatmeal. So, I'll switch to eggs and sauteed veggies. Then, I deem that to be too much work. Now, I'm on a smoothie...