So often we get all too caught up in the world, overly consumed in our daily activities. Trust me, I’ve been there… after working on Capitol Hill for a few years and getting so caught up in the world, I quickly realized that I needed a stress outlet. And from experience, I can say that…
Health Benefits
Remedy Salad
There is absolutely nothing worse than waking up to that feeling of onset “sickness.” But needless to say, I woke up this morning feeling a little under the weather, with a nose full of sniffles and a cloudy head. First thing was first… I went straight to the closet and grabbed the heating pad. As…
Popcorn: Heart Healthy or Deadly Delicious?
It’s time to relax. You snuggle up under a big blanket, turn on your favorite movie, and what do you crave? A big bucket of… POPCORN! Perfect! It turns out popcorn is one of the healthiest snacks you can eat. Those little kernels are packed with polyphenols, a type of natural chemical found in plant…
Which Tea is Right for Me?
On a cool morning, there’s nothing quite like a cup of soothing herbal tea. As the leaves change, the days cool off and we bundle up in our cozy blankets, sip on some warm tea to lift your spirits in the morning or help you fall asleep at night. The argument of the dangers and…
Pump Up the Pumpkin: Health Benefits of Fall’s Favorite Veggie
Earlier this week, I was thankful to take a fun, little day trip to Austin, TX. Even this Aggie will admit that Austin is a pretty great city – full of eclectic music, artistic treasures and big Texas personalities. One of the best times of my day in this city, better known as “The Live…
