Welcome back for another eco-friendly Friday y'all! I hope today finds you well and that you came prepared to make little life changes that will help you help the environment. This week is another simple switch that can keep a bit of green in your pockets over time. We've been using reusable snack bags since … Continue reading Reusable Snack Bags
Environment
Four Ingredient Guacamole
Guacamole might be one of my greatest weaknesses or just avocados in general. I've been known to just cut them in half, sprinkle with salt and eat them with a spoon, they're like nature's savory little pudding! But there is one enormous problem with guacamole that often goes overlooked. It's plastic packaging. No matter the … Continue reading Four Ingredient Guacamole
Meatless Monday
For this eco-friendly Friday, we are going to be planning ahead for that dreaded Monday lurking around the corner. I am talking about going meat-free once a week. Even if you are an avid meat eater, going without meat every Monday can make a big difference and it's a good way to explore new dining options. … Continue reading Meatless Monday
Spring 2020
Everything has been so hectic this last month that we didn't even acknowledge the change of seasons. Spring sprung on the 19th and some of these little beauties popped up right on time. Then in typical New York fashion, there was frost, rain, more frost, and some snow. Now that we'll be stuck at home … Continue reading Spring 2020
Chocolate Protein Bites
These little chocolate bites are extremely satisfying with no guilt. There is no refined sugar or flour, they are completely vegan and are made with everyday ingredients most people have on hand. Enjoy a bite or two after a workout, as a dessert, or just as a midday snack. They're great for little ones too! … Continue reading Chocolate Protein Bites
Buy Local
Happy eco-friendly Friday everyone! With spring right around the corner, I think it's important to talk for a moment about supporting some of your local businesses. To be a bit more specific, supporting your local farms! You may not see the connection right away but paying big cooperations to track food in from all over … Continue reading Buy Local
Make Your Own
The cupboards in your home are packed full of possibilities and it's up to you to tap into what you're capable of. When we go to the store to buy everything already made for us we're doing a huge disservice to ourselves and the environment. Waste: Much of what we purchase in stores comes with … Continue reading Make Your Own
3 Ingredient Whipped Body Butter
Making your own skincare and beauty products is a fun and easy way to gain complete control over the ingredients in the products you use while maintaining the best quality. Body butter and lotions have been something I've worked on here and there over the years trying to get the ingredients just right and I … Continue reading 3 Ingredient Whipped Body Butter
BYOC
Another Friday, another easy way to make a positive impact on the environment. Hopefully your week has gone well and with payday here it is the perfect time to talk about buying yourself a little something. So what does BYOC stand for? Bring your own cup, as in bringing your own cup everywhere you go. We touched … Continue reading BYOC
Red Everything Soup
One of the most important tips I took to heart when I started eating better was to eat the rainbow. To get enough minerals, nutrients, and vitamins we must keep our diet extremely diverse in color and food groups without leaning on processed or "easy meals" too often. One way to keep things interesting is … Continue reading Red Everything Soup
