While visiting with a friend the other day, she asked me, "What is clean living, anyway?" When I thought about the answer, I realized it could mean a lot of different things to different people. My mind literally went on a crazy rabbit trail thinking about "clean living" could be talking about what we eat, or watch on TV, or listen to on the radio! I realized, that's not what she was meaning by asking her question, so I reeled my mind in and tried to focus on what she was really wanting to know ~ what does it look like to try to have a home environment that is plant-based and free from harsh chemicals.
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Everybody knows that good restful sleep is key to managing stress responses in the body, having good energy and a healthy functioning immune system. The trouble is, we live in a fast-paced world, and it's sometimes difficult to wind down at the end of the day for a good night's rest. Too much stress usually equals too little sleep, which in turn leaves us more tired, more cranky, and more stressed. So how do we stop the vicious cycle?
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Spring is upon us, even if it doesn't feel like it yet, and it's time to start shedding those extra winter pounds and get in shape for spring and summer activities! This blog is a bit longer than my usual, but it's full of great recipes and tips for doing just that!
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Ahhh! Open those windows and breathe in that fresh spring air! Spring is here, which means it’s time to start thinking about our spring cleaning checklists. There’s just something about the nice weather that brings on motivation for a fresh start. So let’s get to it!
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I know..... Crossfit and other extreme, hard workouts are all the rage. Just know that when you engage in really stressful exercise on a regular basis, you are releasing a ton of cortisol (often referred to as the death hormone) into your body.
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