Can we talk about liver? Ugh. The worst, right?! Just thinking of the word liver (aka organ meats) kinda makes me want to gag. But, the reality is, if I were to pick one food that was actually a “superfood,” it would be liver. Liver is one of the most nutrient-dense foods available to us. […]

How to Make Your Laundry Routine More Eco-Friendly Laundry is not my favorite chore. In case you were wondering, I am more of a vacuuming kinda gal. Anyone else? But, alas, there’s just no way to avoid laundry — we all need clean clothes.  And while I don’t love this part of my week, I […]

Many of us are great at creating goals—New Year’s resolutions anyone? And yet, when it comes to actually doing the work – the work needed to help us get closer to our goals – we often fall flat on our faces. Why is that? Why do so many of us struggle to follow through with our […]

How to Responsibly Recycle E-Waste I am embarrassed to share this but…I’ve been moving a box filled with outdated electronics, wires, old iPods, and CDs for the past 5 years! The worst part is this box has remained sealed and unopened throughout each of these moves as I don’t use or need any of the […]

5 Simple Tips To Help You Raise a Healthy Eater By: Madeleine Wisecup 5 Simple Tips To Help You Raise a Healthy Eater with Maryann Jacobsen, MS, RD How do you get a “picky” eater to try and explore new foods?  What is food neophobia? Why is structured eating so beneficial? And is it OK […]

This Chia Seed Pudding with Pumpkin Seeds is irresistibly delicious—I can’t resist it! From start to finish, this little treat takes less than 5 minutes to whip up. Of course, you do have to let it sit in the fridge for a few hours to let the mixture settle, but that’s as “complicated” as it […]

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, […]