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Daily Habits to Help Achieve Your Goals by the End of the Year

September 19, 2023 · In: Habits & Routines, Self-Improvement

Daily Habits to Help Achieve Your Goals by the End of the Year

Ever find yourself sipping your morning coffee, staring at your planner, and thinking, "How did half the year fly by already?" If your list of goals seems as untouched as that fancy blender you swore you'd use every day, don't fret. Achieving goals isn't about grand moments of change — it's about ...

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Why Quitting Cigarettes is the Key to Wellness

August 11, 2023 · In: Habits & Routines, Self-Improvement

Why Quitting Cigarettes is the Key to Wellness

Smoking is recognized as one of the most harmful habits worldwide. With cigarettes containing thousands of dangerous toxins, the CDC has labeled tobacco use as the leading cause of preventable death in America. Smoking causes damage throughout the body by obstructing breathing and blood flow. ...

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10 Inspiring Self-Improvement Books to Read This Year

July 11, 2023 · In: Habits & Routines, Self-Improvement

10 Inspiring Self-Improvement Books to Read This Year

There’s no better time than the present to start working toward a better life for yourself. These books from world-famous authors, speakers, clinical psychologists, and female powerhouses will help you tap into your inner badass, make new habits, eat better and live a life you love. Grab a copy of ...

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10 Activities to Keep Your Mind Sharp Every Day

March 21, 2023 · In: Habits & Routines, Self-Improvement

15 Activities to Keep Your Mind Sharp Every Day

Zoning out in front of your television might be your nightly routine, but it may not be the relaxing fun you need. Nothing is challenging your brain by stretching it in new ways. Since subjective cognitive decline is prevalent in one in nine adults, trying these activities to keep sharp daily could ...

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Wellness Resolutions to Make the New Year Happy and Healthy

December 20, 2022 · In: Habits & Routines, Self-Improvement, Wellness

Wellness Resolutions to Make the New Year Happy and Healthy

The new year is quickly approaching, meaning it’s time to reflect on what you have accomplished this year, and what still needs work. What will you do to improve yourself in the coming year? Why not adopt a resolution that rewards instead of punishes you? After all, you don’t have to train for a ...

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Things to Do Instead of Grabbing Your Phone in the Morning

November 24, 2022 · In: Habits & Routines, Mindfulness, Self-Improvement

11 Things to Do in the Morning Instead of Grabbing Your Phone

Your alarm goes off and the first thing you do is grab your phone to turn it off. While waking up you lay in bed for a little bit and hey, while you’re just laying there, you start to scroll. That may be a very normal morning for you. It is for a lot of people (including me sometimes). The problem ...

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Peace really is the luxury. 🌊🤍 Peace really is the luxury. 🌊🤍
Target grocery staples for busy weeks 🎯 Because s Target grocery staples for busy weeks 🎯

Because sometimes we just need easy options on hand lol.

#targetfinds #targethaul #figpartner @foodisgoodco
As a mom to a 2-year-old, my meals definitely don’ As a mom to a 2-year-old, my meals definitely don’t always look like this lol.

But I do try to come back to anti-inflammatory focused meals when I can because I notice such a difference in how I feel — my energy, digestion, and overall mood.

Save this for realistic anti-inflammatory meal ideas 🤍

#wieiad #antiinflammatorydiet #whatieatinadayrealistic #fulldayofeats
Lately Target has been one of my favorite places t Lately Target has been one of my favorite places to find anti-inflammatory friendly and healthy snacks 🎯

#targetfinds #healthysnacks #targethaul #figpartner

@foodisgoodco @target @barnana @sietefoods @larabar @solelyfruit
A simple snack plate I’ve been making on repeat. C A simple snack plate I’ve been making on repeat. CAVA hummus, every body eat chia crackers, carrots, apples, Super Seedz pumpkin seeds, blueberries. 

Simple ingredients, feels good to eat. 

Save this for your next snack. 

#healthysnackideas #snackplate #antiinflammatory #antiinflammatorydiet #figpartner 

@foodisgoodco @cava @everybody_eating @superseedzofficial
Which of these do you actually do? Be honest. No Which of these do you actually do? Be honest.

No one talks about what self-care actually looks like as a SAHM + content creator. This is what helps me stay consistent with my wellness (and honestly, my sanity).

You don’t need hours. Just small moments that support your energy.

#momwellness #realisticselfcare #antiinflammatorylifestyle #momcontentcreator #nervoussystemregulation
healthy frozen foods at Whole Foods đź’š I checked o healthy frozen foods at Whole Foods đź’š

I checked one of the veggie burgers in the fig app because freezer foods are one of those categories where I like to look a little closer at the ingredients.

save this for your next Whole Foods freezer run đź›’

#wholefoodsfinds #frozenfoods #figpartner 

@foodisgoodco @blendtopia @pitayafoods @amylufoods @actualveggies @jesseandbens @alecsicecream
Save this for easy anti-inflammatory breakfast ide Save this for easy anti-inflammatory breakfast ideas 🤍
better-for-you sweet treats I found at Whole Foods better-for-you sweet treats I found at Whole Foods 🍫

which one would you try?

#wholefoodsfinds #healthysweets #figpartner 

@foodisgoodco @honeymamas @simplemills @hukitchen @eatsmashfoods @emmysorganics @middaysquares @solelyfruit @alecsicecream
Almond Turmeric Energy Bites 🧡 An easy no-bake sn Almond Turmeric Energy Bites 🧡

An easy no-bake snack I like to keep on hand when I want something sweet, cozy, and a little more nourishing.

The turmeric + cinnamon give these such a warm flavor, and the almond butter helps make them more satisfying. Perfect for a quick snack, afternoon bite, or something to grab when you want a little sweet treat.

✨ Save this recipe for later.

Ingredients:
• 1 cup rolled oats
• ½ cup almond butter
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• pinch of black pepper
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients until fully combined.
- Roll into bite-sized balls and chill for about 30 minutes to set.

Makes about 12 energy bites.

#antiinflammatorydiet #healthysnackideas #energyballs
early morning Whole Foods run turned into finding early morning Whole Foods run turned into finding a bunch of things I want to try đź‘€

this is why I can’t do a quick Whole Foods trip lol

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@foodisgoodco @wholefoods @tachepistachiomilk @motherraw @thecoconutcult @amylufoods @simplemills @alecsicecream
This is the anti-inflammatory grocery guide I wish This is the anti-inflammatory grocery guide I wish I had when I was first getting started.

There’s so much information online that it can feel overwhelming, but focusing on a few simple food groups made the biggest difference for me.

Start with protein, add plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables, choose supportive fats, and keep an eye on ingredients in packaged foods.

You don’t have to do everything perfectly to make progress 🤍
Save for your next grocery trip 🌿

#antiinflammatory #antiinflammatorydiet #inflammationrelief
Sprouts finds I’d add to my cart 🌿 The roti caugh Sprouts finds I’d add to my cart 🌿

The roti caught my eye immediately because I’m from the Caribbean, so of course I had to check it out lol.

save this for your next grocery trip đź›’

#sproutsfarmersmarket #groceryfinds #antiinflammatory #antiinflammatorydiet #figpartner

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I’ve been loving these cookie dough stuffed dates I’ve been loving these cookie dough stuffed dates lately 🤍

They’re sweet, easy to make, and such a good little treat when you want something that feels like dessert but still has simple ingredients.

All you need:
medjool dates
½ cup almond flour
1 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt
2 tbsp chocolate chips

Mix the almond flour, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until a dough forms. Stir in chocolate chips, stuff into the dates, then add a few extra chocolate chips on top.

Save this for your next easy sweet treat idea ✨

#stuffeddates #snackideas #cookiedough #easyrecipesathome
realistic what I eat in a day 🤍 anti-inflammatory realistic what I eat in a day 🤍

anti-inflammatory focused, but still simple and realistic because I’m not trying to overcomplicate food.

coffee + collagen
yogurt bowl
smoothie + wellness shot from @juiceland 
turkey veggie bowl with turmeric dressing
dates + peppermint tea
@honestmarys garlic pepper chimichurri bowl for dinner

just focusing on protein, fiber, healthy fats, colorful foods, and meals that help me feel good.

#whatieatinaday #antiinflammatory #antiinflammatorydiet #healthymealideas #figpartner @foodisgoodco @cocojune_organic
Things that actually helped my inflammation weren’ Things that actually helped my inflammation weren’t the extreme wellness trends.

It was honestly the small, boring things I could keep doing consistently.

Walking more.
Prioritizing sleep.
Eating more balanced meals.
Paying more attention to ingredients.
And letting go of the all-or-nothing mindset.

Just simple habits that actually started helping me feel better over time 🤍

follow for more realistic wellness + anti-inflammatory living

#inflammationrelief #antiinflammatorylifestyle #holistichealingjourney
Sometimes the next step isn’t a new goal, a new ro Sometimes the next step isn’t a new goal, a new routine, or a perfectly planned-out path.

Sometimes it’s simply taking care of yourself.

One nourishing meal.
One walk.
One early bedtime.
One healthy habit at a time.

The healthiest, happiest, most grounded version of you is built through the little things you do every day. 🤍

What’s one thing you’re doing for yourself this week?

#wellnesslifestyle #healthyhabitsforlife #focusonyou
New Target finds that caught my eye đź‘€ A few groce New Target finds that caught my eye đź‘€

A few grocery finds for easy snacks, quick meals, and simple ingredient swaps, plus I used the Fig app to check ingredients while shopping.

Save this for your next Target run 🤍

Featuring: @middaysquares @simplemills @just.ingredients.shop @amylufoods @thecoconutcult @malkorganics @chomps @eatyough @foodisgoodco 

#targetfinds #healthygroceries #figpartner
5 more staples to add to your cart on an anti-infl 5 more staples to add to your cart on an anti-inflammatory diet 🌿

Simple grocery finds to make anti-inflammatory eating feel a little easier, especially when you want nourishing staples you can use in snacks, smoothies, bowls, and everyday meals.

Save this for your next grocery trip 🤍

#antiinflammatorydiet #wholefoodsfinds #figpartner @foodisgoodco
I made these a while back and they’re still one of I made these a while back and they’re still one of my favorite easy sweet treats to keep in the freezer.

They’re soft, naturally sweet, and perfect when you want something homemade without making a full dessert.

Save this for your next snack prep day ✨

🍌 Healthy Banana Bread Balls Recipe

Ingredients:
• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• Splash of vanilla extract
• Dash of salt
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1 cup oat flour
• Melted dark chocolate + sea salt for dipping

Instructions
- Mash banana in a bowl
-Mix in maple syrup, peanut butter, vanilla, and salt
-Fold in almond flour + oat flour until dough forms
- Roll into bite-sized balls (freeze 30 mins if needed)
-Dip in melted dark chocolate
- Sprinkle with sea salt
- Freeze ~1 hour, then enjoy

I let them thaw slightly before eating.

Recipe adapted from @elllgibson 

#bananabread #healthysnackideas #sweettreat

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