These simple and healthy no-bake energy bites are perfect for easy snacking on-the-go! They’re packed with fall flavor, filling protein and fiber, and the hormone-supporting superfood maca. Note: This post is sponsored by iHerb though all thoughts and opinions are of course my own. I love partnering with this fantastic company and longtime Body Unburdened sponsor. Thank you for supporting the companies…
Gifts that dad will love AND help him be his healthiest self? These healthy Father’s Day gift ideas will keep dad looking and feeling his best. They’re the perfect blend of practical and fun, filled with unique, eco-friendly and all-natural products that he’ll be excited to put to good use! Note: This post is sponsored by iHerb though all thoughts…
Our mental and physical health are intimately connected, with our mental health impacting our physical wellness… and our physical health impacting our mental wellness! Here are 5 simple ways to support this mind-body connection in both directions. Note: This post is sponsored by iHerb though all thoughts and opinions are of course my own. I love partnering with this fantastic…
The stress, the stress eating, the gym being closed! It’s a weird time, but with some simple strategies, we can do our best to keep our immune systems and bodies healthy… and stay sane! In this guide, you’ll find: 6 healthy immune system essentials Immune-boosting superfoods Long-lasting pantry and freezer essentials Simple stress-reduction techniques Simple at-home exercises (no tools or…
This Protein-Packed Spiced Apple Pie à la Mode Smoothie brings all the fall flavor without the unhealthy blood sugar spike and crash that accompanies a slice of pie. Go on and indulge! I want to be clear right now that yes, this is a healthy recipe. But it’s also DECADENT. The perfect type of recipe for when a craving kicks in….
This post is sponsored by iHerb in celebration of Valentine’s Day! All thoughts and opinions are completely my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Body Unburdened and make the work I do possible! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Have you thought about that something special you’re going to do for your someone special? If that special someone…
This blog post is a special collaboration with iHerb in honor of Earth Day Happy Earth Day! While Earth Day is a great time to do something kind for Mother Earth, to truly make an impact and do our part to protect the planet we need to make green living part of our daily lives. Because our seemingly small actions everyday have a…
Oh hey, 2016! I’m so glad you’re here. Because to be quite frank, I was good and ready for 2015 to go buh-bye. Now a lot of great things happened in 2015 — my sweetie and I got engaged, another happy little niece entered the world, I completed my training to become a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, we traveled to Colorado and fell absolutely…
My sweet tooth, it’s been a-callin’. Actually, scratch that. It’s been SCREAMING AT ME. As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve been training to become a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and it’s been great. I’ve been learning a ton and putting it all to good use… on myself, of course! So since we recently finished a module on detoxification, I decided to…
There’s no doubt about it: cold are just no fun. Nope, not even worth the sick day. Many over-the-counter cold medicines cover the symptoms of a cold without helping to actually cure the cold, and therefore don’t help you get better any faster. These remedies help cure your cold naturally and quickly. How to cure a cold naturally and…
Nuts and seeds are great for your health, and some even play a pivotal role in detoxification. However, consuming conventionally grown nuts and seeds may also be providing you with a large dose of pesticides. Because of their high fat and oil content, nuts and seeds are like little sponges for the chemicals used in conventional growing practices. Unfortunately, these chemicals…
According to the Center for Disease Control, in one decade, there has been a 42% increase in asthma: 29% for men, 82% for women. This higher rate for women is believed to be due to women’s longer exposure times to household chemicals (let’s face it, even though gender roles have changed considerably, many women still do the majority of cleaning). Volatile organic…
The words “detox” and “cleanse” may have you conjuring up an image of a miserable version of yourself two days into a seven-day plan to consume nothing but water, cayenne pepper and lemon juice. I don’t know about you, but this idea makes me cringe. Fortunately, such extreme measures are not necessary for you to bring your body into balance….