I wasn’t sure if this was a shareable post because anyone with big kids knows that there is no typical night. I might be ushering one child to an activity then swinging by to pick up the other and getting home in time to serve the crockpot dinner that has been simmering for the day. However the more I thought about it, the more I realized that while my nightly self care routine might not look like a candle-lit bubble bath and spa music, there are certain habits that stay fairly consistent and contribute to my wellness and peace. My Nightly Self Care Routine Magnesium In the beginning of 2023 ..read more

I was a health coach for several years before and while beginning this blog because my heart was drawn to wanting to help people feel better. Possibly derived from my dad’s life work of helping people through his psychology work, I wanted to help people feel in control of their health and wellbeing. I’m passionate about healthy living because when we are physically and mentally well, we are free to live our fullest lives. If this isn’t something you’ve given much though to before, how to begin creating a healthy lifestyle may seem overwhelming and daunting. However, the old adage it true- tak ..read more

Fall weather is creeping in, days are getting a little shorter, and my Better Than Pie diffuser makes me feel cozy all over whenever I walk by the powder room. I’m excited it’s Friday! I’m looking forward to a coffee catch up with Molly, watching Kaitlyn play a soccer game, and having dinner with friends. Cloud RO Water Filter – you know I’ve loved my Berkey for years and years, but we recently put it into storage as we installed a new Cloud Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System. And I’m in love. We chose this system because not only does it strip out 99% of contaminants from your water, it als ..read more

After fielding questions on IG about it, I decided that my fermented garlic and honey needed a dedicated post of it’s own. Not that I should call it mine because I didn’t come up with it; it’s a homeopathic staple that has been around for years and years because it works. Combining the powerful antiviral and antibacterial power of allicin in garlic with the healing and soothing properties of honey and the final gut health helper of fermentation means this simple to make concoction is a must have for cold and flu season. Why Fermented Garlic and Honey The combination of garlic and honey create ..read more

Apparently our 4th of July extended extravaganza caught up with us. Kaitlyn was the first to feel crummy (sore throat and headache), then Hailey, then David. I have felt a little off here and there but have thus far avoided getting anything full blown (knock on wood!). So I pulled out all my favorite natural cold remedies to get everyone on the road to receovery. When I shared it on the ‘gram, I heard we weren’t the only ones fighting some germs. I heard a lot of stories of strep as well as some general colds, gunk, and what I refer to as “the crud.” I also shared the products I use and love ..read more

In January I wore a NutriSense CGM to monitor my blood glucose. I was gifted the two week experience, but this post is not sponsored. My code, AHS25, will get you $25 off if you are looking to try it yourself. My mom and I geek out over health together. We listen to the same podcasts, debate best foods for our bodies, and pour over our bloodwork results. It’s our strange kind of fun. When we first learned about continuous glucose monitors (CGM) a couple years ago, we put it on our radar to try together at some point. Growing research shows that blood sugar control has a sincere impact on our ..read more

This Lumen Metabolism Tracker review is not sponsored, but if you are interested in trying it, you may use my affiliate link and the code AHEALTHYSLICE will get your an additional $30 off your purchase. Have you heard the term metabolic flexibility? Being a health podcast junkie, I’ve heard the term really pick up popularity over the past couple of years. Being metabolically flexible refers to your body’s ability to switch it’s main fuel source between carbohydrates and fat. Being metabolically flexible can help you achieve better weight maintenance, higher and more steady energy levels, and ..read more

If you’ve been here for a while, you may remember me sharing with you about my struggle with hormones, specifically estrogen dominance. My last update was 2 years ago. In the past two years, I’ve had success through trial and error in discovering what works best in my body. My hormone disturbances are intricately tied to insulin resistance. I feel it’s obvious but important to point out that like with all health matters, there is no one size fits all to balancing hormones. What works for me might wreak havoc on your body. However, I’m happy to share my journey and what is working for me in a ..read more

David likes to joke that I’m like a finely tuned machine. My perspective is that I’m just very in tune with my body’s needs, but if he wants to compare me to a Lamborghini, who am I to protest? Though I’m always up for an adventure, if I’m at home in a day to day rhythm, I just know what habits keep my body feeling best: whole foods, exercise, sleep. Groundbreaking, right? And when I slack on any of those areas (or overdo it), I can tell. I’m trying to build these habits in the kids, too. They’re pretty good with food and sleep, but movement is one area I’ve been more intentional about with t ..read more

Use AHEALTHYSLICE for $25 off 9 items, $30 off 14 items, or $40 off 24 items Use this Splendid Spoon link to get $60 off your first three deliveries. Convenience. Some seasons of life just call for it (new baby, grief, child activity season, etc). I love good food and typically put my effort to creating at dinner time. Breakfast is typically something easy like a smoothie or eggs, and lunch is often a snack plate or salad of some sort. While I like those just fine, sometimes I want something better. Warmer. More nutrient dense. And delicious. Without having to make it myself. With those goals ..read more