Self-Care 101: How to Incorporate Daily Self-Care

Self-care means feeling healthy, relaxed and equipped to take on the world. When you engage in any sort of voluntary activity that is aimed at promoting mental, emotional or physical health, you are making a deliberate effort to take care of yourself.
The Empowered Hippie Bowl

Bowls! I love them. Whether it’s a smoothie bowl, a noodle bowl or a Buddha bowl, I am diving in. I love the versatility of bowls for every meal of the day; the ability to marry flavors, textures & health benefits in one dish, and of course, as a busy mom, I love that there […]
How to Freeze Fresh Fruit: The Easy Way

We just got back from our annual summer vacation in B.C.’s beautiful Okanagan Valley. By far, my favorite part of the Okanagan are the hundreds of fruit stands and markets that line the roads, selling freshly-picked fruit and vegetables. The variety of produce is amazing and the fruits are so sweet, still warmed from hot […]
Benefits of Chia Seeds & How to Use Them?

The next time you happen to hear the word chia being mentioned, forget about the green fur or hair that is characteristic of Chia Pets, but instead think of food. Legend has it that Aztec warriors fed on chia seeds to give them high energy and endurance.
Mermaid Superfood Smoothie

This Mermaid Smoothie takes me away, even on the dullest mornings to a far-away tropical place. This smoothie is not only quick and easy to prepare but very nutrient dense. The beautiful ocean color is from special blue-green algae. Yes, algae. Wait- here me out! [vc_empty_space height=”20px”] Adding this powder does not make the smoothie taste […]