How to Reduce Inflammation | Acute Inflammation | Chronic Inflammation | Free Wellness Tracker Hi Gorgeous, Today we’re tackling an important health topic: reducing inflammation. You’ve probably heard a lot about inflammation recently in wellness spaces. That buzz is justified – chronic inflammation is linked to all sorts of diseases and even speeds up how we age. Over the past decade, I’ve renovated everything from my grocery cart to my makeup bag to my mind in an effort to upgrade my immune system. And as I moved from a stressful life full of fast food, toxins and bad boyfriends, to a more b ..read more

How to Maintain Healthy Habits | Change Your Habits Video | Summary Hiya Gorgeous! Habits. This simple little word is just six letters long, but it holds oh-so-much meaning. Many of us know what we want to do differently and the promise of a better way of living (and feeling!) can be so inspiring—there’s just something super energizing about the potential to experience more of our glorious lives. But sticking to wonderful practices that we know will help us accomplish our goals them can often prove difficult. Goals need follow through support. So keep reading, my friend, because I’m giving you ..read more

Hiya Gorgeous! What’s better than luscious, fluffy gnocchi? I’d say a full gnocchi meal that can be made in 15 minutes flat! Healthy one pan meals like this recipe are a game-changer for busy nights. You just toss everything together and then let the oven do the work.  Plus this one gets a major nutrient boost from the kale, which checks a serving of dark leafy greens off your list and brings a dense mix of vitamins, folate and fiber to the party. Plus the cremini mushrooms specifically offer a high level of selenium and other macronutrients that boost your immune system. In other words ..read more

Best Plant-Based Protein Sources  | Animal vs. Plant-Based Proteins How Much Protein Do You Need? | Plant-Based Protein Infographic Hi Sweet Friends, Today we’re tackling the topic of protein, which can be a touchy subject in the health world—especially when it comes to animal vs. plant-based protein. And just so you know, this blog isn’t about converting you to a vegetarian or vegan diet. It’s about helping you make healthier, more conscious food choices. No judgment. Just knowledge and love. I’ve written a lot about animal and vegan protein sources in the past, so I looked back at  ..read more

Hiya Gorgeous! I just wrapped up a sunny retreat in Palm Beach, Florida with some colleagues I adore. Few things are better than a week of brainstorming with brilliant, big-hearted women.  It reminded me how much better we are together. Whether you’re trying to take back your health or take your career to new heights—be sure to take a loving community along for the ride. Now that I’m home and settling back into my routine, quick and easy dinners are the order of the day. And this carrot ginger soup recipe fits the bill! It’s the easiest, creamiest bowlful of goodness you’ll make this we ..read more

Hiya Gorgeous! If you’re struggling to make good habits stick, you’re in the right place. If you’re frustrated because—try as you might—you can’t seem to hit your goals, you’re in the right place. If your old habits keep creeping up to bite you in the rear, you’re in the right place. Or if you’re simply curious about what self-parenting is, you’re in the right place, too! Like any good goal, let’s start at the end and work our way back. Your life today is essentially the sum of your habits, and your habits are the small decisions you make and actions you take every day (James Clear, author, At ..read more

Hiya Gorgeous! I’m celebrating BIG today and saying “Cheers to 21 years!” As you can see from my beloved laugh lines, I’m not turning 21 today. (And thank goodness. I don’t think the 52-year-old me could keep up with that wild child anymore. ) Nor is it my wedding anniversary with Brian, though that’s coming up soon! Instead, today marks my cancerversary — the incredible milestone of 21 years living and thriving with Stage IV cancer.  So many great articles exist about what a cancerversary is, how to celebrate it (and why you should). So today, I’d like to focus on some of my most fundam ..read more

Hiya Gorgeous! I’ve been writing about clean beauty and household products for decades now. It’s been a passion of mine since way before it became a hot topic. You may have spotted articles like these sprinkled throughout my site: How to Cleanse Your Home of Toxins 9 Easy Ways to Avoid Hormone-Harming Endocrine Disrupters 12 Cruelty-Free Makeup Brands to Add to Your Bag Or you may have read my reviews on the best eco-friendly beauty options from mascara to lipstick, nail polish, concealer, self-tanner, sunscreen, hair dye, deodorant and beyond! Why all the fuss? Because I believe that green ..read more

Hiya Gorgeous! I’ve been thinking lately about our tendency to postpone joy:  “I’ll be happy when…” “I’ll take a break to savor life after…” “When things slow down, I’ll get to…” In those moments, we’re letting future benchmarks bar us from happiness. Other times, we bar ourselves from joy because of something that’s happened in the past. Specifically, grief. After losing someone we love, joy can feel like a betrayal. Or at a minimum, inauthentic. (Akin to saying, “Hey, everything sucks but let’s party!”) It’s not. Our loved ones would want nothing less than genuine joy for us. And, as ..read more

Hiya Gorgeous! Cold, winter nights continue to blow in where I live (brrr!). I don’t know about you, but all I want is to curl up and enjoy some cozy deliciousness by the fire. Good food, a great book and a whole lotta Netflix! Many of us spend more time in our homes this season, craving the comfort of warmth and deep nourishment. Instead of resisting that urge to rest, what if you embraced it? Winter is the perfect time to hibernate and make a little magic in the kitchen—to fill our tummies with hearty plant-powered goodness and love. It’s also the perfect time for pasta! And I’m excited to i ..read more