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Household Swaps!

Spring is the ideal season for a rejuvenating fresh start, not only for your wardrobe but for your entire living space! As you embark on your decluttering journey and spruce up your home, have you paused to ponder the contents of your everyday products? It’s worth noting that numerous traditional household cleaners and personal care products harbor concealed toxins that may impact both your well-being and the planet. Feeling ready to transition to a cleaner, healthier home environment? Let’s explore the typical offenders and discover how you can gradually swap them out for safer alternatives. Many household products contain chemicals

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Crispy Rice Taco Salads

Crispy rice is all the rave right now, and we understand why! This crispy rice taco salad is super simple and a great way to elevate your normal taco bowls! What you need: What to do: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the cooked & cooled rice on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle on the olive oil and taco sauce and season generously with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well and spread the rice out to an even layer. Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, mixing halfway through, until crispy. Keep a close eye

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Shaken Espresso Overnight Oats

Killing two birds with one stone – coffee and breakfast! Indulge in the rich flavors of espresso and brown sugar combined with the creamy texture of overnight oats. A delightful way to kickstart your mornings with a boost of caffeine and a touch of sweetness! What you need: What to do: Add the brown sugar, rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt to a meal prep container and stir the ingredients together. Pour the espresso and almond milk over the oats and mix until combined. Cover and place the oats into the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.  *Option

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Banana Nut Butter Brownies

This recipe calls for peanut butter, but we were out, so we used almond butter. Any nut butter will taste delicious. We made this recipe vegan and gluten-free, and it tasted great. If you do not have those issues, feel free to use butter and/or regular flour. What you need: What to do: Preheat over to 350F. In a bowl, mash bananas with a fork. Add maple syrup, ½ cup of coconut oil, and vanilla and whisk together until combined. Add flour, salt, and cocoa powder and mix until fully incorporated. Use the remaining coconut oil to grease a 9×9

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Healthy Holiday

The holidays can be hard to navigate. You want to enjoy yourself and have fun but you also don’t want to regret choices that you make in the moment, like going in for that 3rd slice of pumpkin pie with extra whipped cream. Staying healthy during the holidays doesn’t have to be impossible! Here are some strategies to incorporate to help maintain your well-being amidst the festivities. Firstly, prioritize a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins while being mindful of portion sizes. This can help you navigate through the indulgent holiday treats while ensuring you

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Expressing Gratitude

Being thankful or expressing gratitude is important for several reasons. It helps us acknowledge the good things in our lives, both big and small, fostering a positive outlook and improving our overall well-being. Gratitude can enhance our relationships by showing appreciation for others, strengthening bonds and creating a sense of connection. It also helps us focus on what we have rather than what we lack, promoting contentment and reducing feelings of envy or entitlement. Practicing gratitude has been linked to increased happiness, better mental health, resilience in facing challenges, and even physical health benefits. By cultivating a spirit of thankfulness,

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