One of my family’s favorite snacks these days is my homemade trail mix. Super simple to make, packed with healthy fats and nutrients, this simple homemade trail mix helps to keep me full longer and is just plain delicious! Plus, super great for on-the-go snacking. Note: If you’re curious to learn more about the health […]

I’ve noticed a huge trend in “seed cycling,” i.e. eating various seeds throughout different phases of your menstrual cycle to support your hormones. While I personally love this practice and find it has greatly benefited my cycle and overall health, the reality is there is limited scientific evidence that actually supports this practice. And, not […]

Growing up, I was a hot dog lover. The irresistible combination of Heinz ketchup, yellow mustard, and a sweet ballpark-like bun paired with an ultra-processed Oscar Meyer hot dog, was my jam. Anyone else? These days though, I rarely eat hot dogs, or any type of processed meats for that matter. In this post we’ll […]

Hearty White Bean Ham Soup Cozy up on a cold day with this hearty white bean ham soup. Made using minimal ingredients, this flavorful soup to is a great addition to include in your weeknight dinner rotation every so often and sure to become a family favorite. Growing up, each time I would visit my […]

How (and why) this Latinx Entrepreneur Created a Low-Waste, “Clean,” Luxury Lipstick Brand to Empower Women By: Madeleine Wisecup How (and why) this Latinx Entrepreneur Created a Low-Waste, “Clean,” Luxury Lipstick Brand to Empower Women After her mother and sister were both diagnosed with breast cancer, Gabriela Navejas, the co-founder of Madame Gabriela lipsticks, made […]

Citrus Pomegranate Fennel Salad Recipe Do you eat fresh fennel? Regrettably, I’ve found this is one produce I’ve overlooked for far too long. These days though, I just can’t seem to get enough. And, this tasty, easy-to-make, citrus pomegranate fennel salad has quickly become a family favorite (even with the kids)! Paired with pomegranate seeds, […]

5 Simple Ways to Reduce Food Waste and Live More Sustainably with The Zero-Waste Chef By: Madeleine Wisecup 5 Simple Ways to Reduce Food Waste & Live More Sustainably with The Zero-Waste Chef Do you ever look at your trash at the end of the week and feel a bit guilty because of all the […]

If you’re reading this right now, chances are it’s because you’re in the throes of planning your wedding! If that’s the case, congrats! How exciting. I wish you all the best in this new chapter of your life. Wedding planning can be a whirlwind of decisions, emotions, and endless lists, but it’s also a unique […]

Brain Health 101: How Nutrition and Lifestyle Can Improve Brain Health & Why it Matters Here’s a question for you — How often do you stop to think about your brain? I mean really stop to think about it!? I know over the years I’ve, unfortunately, taken my brain for granted. Rarely, do I ever […]

LISTEN ON: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | AMAZON MUSIC 4 Big Reasons Food Advocate, Bettina Siegel, Believes it’s Challenging to Feed Our Kids Healthier, Unprocessed Foods According to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the calories that children and adolescents consumed from ultra processed foods, i.e. foods the study defines as ready-to-eat or ready-to-heat […]

How One “Crazy” Dream Led This Entrepreneur To Create a Socially-Conscious Beauty Brand to Empower Indigenous Youth By: Madeleine Wisecup How One “Crazy” Dream Led This Entrepreneur To Create a Socially-Conscious Beauty Brand to Empower Indigenous Youth Jenn Harper woke up in the middle of the night in 2015 after having, as she shares, a […]

PFAS 101: What are PFAS, are they harmful, and can we avoid them? By: Madeleine Wisecup PFAS 101: What are PFAS, are they harmful, and can we avoid them? My journey into conscious living began due to a misdiagnosed auto-immune condition that affected my skin. One, that if not resolved I was told, could lead […]