Gray skies, rain, and cooler temps can bring down our mood and take a toll on our health. We were one of three health advocates in Los Angeles, CA to share our tips for breathing right, keeping your body moving and fit and staying happy through the chillier months in the City of Angels with… Read More
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It’s Not You, It’s Mercury in Retrograde! 4 Tips to Turn Your Life Around
By guest blogger, Carol Cannon How many people did you hear talking last month about technical problems, car breakdowns, meeting delays, contracts unsigned and other uproars that impact the flow of life? What could they possibly have in common with each other? It’s quite basic, my friend. Several times a year, the planet Mercury goes… Read More
Save Money with 5 Eco-Friendly Landscape Tips for Your Home
Landscaping is an important part of curb appeal. Without it, your house can resemble a barren wasteland. People often try to outdo one another when it comes to landscaping. For many, a green lawn represents a symbol of their social stature. However, this frivolous competition can take a toll on both the homeowner’s wallet and… Read More
Would You Live in a Shipping Container?
We had the pleasure of visiting the newly revamped and uber-trendy section of downtown Las Vegas, NV called Container Park. An extension of Freemont street, this was funded by former Zappos CEO, Tony Hsieh, as part of the Downtown Project; a community revitalization project to instill a sense of community and pride in what previously… Read More
The 13 Healthiest Restaurants in Southern California
As a self-professed vegan, I truly delight in fresh, organic food that’s infused with the most important ingredient…love! I’ve been known to cook some mean vegan crab cakes, create a bountiful salad, bake vegan cake or brownies and blend up the best hummus and mint chip shakes, but beyond that, I take after my mother… Read More
7 Fantastic Ways To Save Precious Water At Home
Water is a precious resource and many people don’t have enough of it. In fact, federal officials have designated portions of 11 western and central states as primary natural disaster areas because of a drought with California, Oregon and Nevada being the worst hit. Today, most households in the U.S. waste a huge amount of… Read More
Cream of Carrot Soup with Almond Croutons Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan
By Guest Blogger, Aime Valpone of The Healthy Apple Serves 4 Ingredients 2 1/2 lb. carrots, peeled and chopped 1/4 tsp. sea salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper 2 slices gluten-free bread 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. sliced almonds 1/2 cup almond milk 1/2 tsp. fresh tarragon, finely chopped 1/2 tsp. fresh… Read More
Sweet or Sinful? The Secrets of Coconut Sugar Revealed!
By Chef Tanya Fuqua Since February is the sweetest month, I thought fitting to start a discussion about something us moms are always concerned about….sugar! As a chef with an affinity for baked sweets, sugar -in all its forms – is near and dear to my heart. But, like any smart parent, I am concerned… Read More