I was compensated for this post and this post contains affiliate links. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking my links. Happy New Year friends! Our health is an investment, so it is important to do careful research and make good decisions to ensure the best returns - a healthy mind and body! After this past year, we have all learned how important good health is; if we do not have our health, not much else matters. Achieving optimal health requires person

I have heard about Sakara Life for years - supermodels and celebrities rave about it, and busy moms, corporate employees, and health conscious men and women swear by it. After being quarantined with my family in CT for five months, I wanted to reset and nourish my body when I returned to work in Manhattan while keeping up with my busy routine. As fittings, photoshoots, and castings picked up, and I realized I still was not completely comfortable with the idea of going to majo

The wellness world always has new buzzwords or trends circulating around, especially when it comes to fasting. There is fasting, and then there is intermittent fasting. Fasting is abstaining from food or drink, usually for at least a period of 24 hours. Intermittent fasting is a pattern of fasting and eating cycles, or time restricted eating. Types of fasting are most commonly associated with lower carb or ketogenic diets to help the body get into ketosis. Ketosis is when you

A supplement cannot replace a poor diet, but it surely will enhance a healthy lifestyle! Providing our body with proper nutrients is vital, especially with everyone being on lockdown. In addition to limited time outdoors, reduced physical activity, and increased stress, many of us might not be getting the wide variety of foods normally eaten. When I am buying a supplement my requirements include: Vitamins and minerals from whole food sources Certifications - most important fo

I have used this time in "quarantine" to get serious about my skincare routine and do my research! I have been loving going makeup-free and giving my skin some time to breathe. As I believe to be true for diet and exercise, skincare will vary greatly from person to person as well. Skincare also should change seasonally due to harsh temperatures, humidity, heat, and air conditioning. 'Clean beauty' might mean something different to various people, brands, or stores, but the gi

I was compensated for this post and this post contains affiliate links. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. New Year, New You? There are mixed feelings in the media and wellness world about New Years Resolutions, but I believe that as long as long as your resolutions are maintainable, realistic, and healthy, they are a great way for a self check-in and reflection. I feel that the key to living a healthy lifestyle is about balance and ensur

In order to live an active lifestyle, you don't need to belong to an expensive gym, buy fancy equipment, or attend boutique fitness classes every day! I understand unpredictable schedules and early mornings, so creating a gym at home is the perfect way to save time and money. My staples for staying in shape at home include a mat, jump rope, gliders, resistance bands, ankle weights, hand weights and a foam roller. Mat No matter what exercises you choose to do, you are going to

Just as it is important to take proper care of your skin in the summer, it is equally important that you do the same for your hair! Too much time in the sun, wind, chlorine, ocean, and even indoors in air conditioning can leave your hair dull, frizzy, dry, and brittle. Thankfully there are ways to combat summer hair damage since no one wants to give up all of the beach trips, vacations, and time spent outdoors. Weather and summer elements all have an impact on hair. For examp

Personally, I am a huge proponent of massage therapy. Whether you are going for a relaxing spa getaway or you are a training athlete, massage is usually involved, and with good reason. Some people view massage wrong - it goes way beyond "pampering." Massage provides many positive mental and physical benefits, ranging from easing anxiety and depression to alleviating muscle soreness and improving posture. I make massage a part of my regular wellness routine for both the mental

HUM Nutrition is a company that fuses beauty and nutrition together to go hand in hand. They focus on beauty from the inside out, and solving the root cause of any internal issues instead of just masking them. This is a twist on the traditional personalized vitamin scene that has been gaining popularity recently. Similar to other personalized vitamin programs, you fill out a nutrition report online and get connected with a personal nutritionist for free. HUM products are base

Between cooler temperatures and holiday travel, it's hard not to get at least one head cold during the fall and winter months. People are constantly coughing and sneezing, and germs are everywhere. The good news is that there are plenty of natural alternatives to prevent and treat viruses circulating this season! Be Prepared Keep hand sanitizer in your bags, and be sure to actually use it. Have some Vitamin C and Zinc lozenges on hand to take if you start feeling like you are

First, you can never go wrong with walking! Anything you can do to increase your daily steps is great. Taking the stairs or parking farther away will have a positive impact, and if you’re consistent and mindful with those choices, then you will notice a difference. One other tip is to never underestimate stretching! Yoga is great for the mind and body, and even dynamic and static stretches. Some key exercises for a quick at home workout or hotel workout include: jumping jacks