15 Ways to Relax and Recharge
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential to prioritize relaxation and self-care. Here are 15 effective ways to unwind and recharge:
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential to prioritize relaxation and self-care. Here are 15 effective ways to unwind and recharge:
Organizations have developed numerous sleep hygiene tips to help you slip into sleep and stay asleep. The National Sleep Foundation, for instance, recommends doing things like establishing a regular relaxing routine before bed, setting up a sleep-friendly environment so that the temperature is between 60…
Berries are in season and in bulk at farmer’s markets and in the grocery store. Because we have so many berries in the house, we often can’t keep up with eating all of them before they go bad! A fruit bake is a great way…
I have a neighbor who planted mostly pollinator friendly plants in her front yard, and it’s a joy to walk by her house. There’s always an assortment of happy butterflies and bees floating about and besides being very pretty, it just makes me happy!
This pesto quinoa bowl fires on all of my happy cylinders. Quinoa is a protein rich grain that plumps up and absorbs the delicious decadent pesto sauce. Top with your favorite in season vegetables and you have a winning combo. All pesto dishes need a little dash of good quality parmesan on top as well! (more…)
Life speeds up in the Fall when the kids go back to school, so I love the Silk® Almondmilk Shelf-Stable products because I can have them on hand when I simply don’t have time to run to the store.
It’s time to seek out personal care products that nourish not just our bodies—but also our planet. Luckily, more and more personal care companies are committing to producing cleaner, safer cosmetics that support health and sustainability.
In the spirit of the summer pepper season, I decided to bring a little heat to basic chunky corn fritters with fresh jalapeno. If you like a lot of spice, simply leave more jalapeno seeds in this recipe. (more…)
Summer means a bounty of fresh peppers and corn on the cob. This is a quick salad to make, but will need time to chill. Using fresh summer shishito peppers, this salad will have a kick – or will it? They say 1 out…
Make a refreshing drink at your next party with this icy citrus berry combo. For an adult twist, spike these slushies with a shot of tequila, vodka or rum. Directions In a blender, combine grapefruit juice, orange juice, soda water and agave; blend for a…
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I recently went on a road trip to beautiful Oregon with my family and between the long hours of driving, hiking and dining out, my body started to feel sluggish and out of whack. Even with exercise and water, I still felt ‘off’. (more…)

Hi, I'm Meg! I have a background in nutrition (B.S. in Dietetics, Cal Poly, SLO) with a passion for healthy, plant-based eating. I love getting creative in the kitchen, developing delicious and nutritious recipes using the fresh produce Southern California has to offer. As a GenXer who cares deeply about the environment, I believe in promoting healthy eating habits and STEM education to our next generation. It's important to empower young people to be responsible stewards of our planet! My website is a vibrant collection of experiences, showcasing fun and creative projects, healthy recipes, and the occasional adventure (or "boondoggle" as I like to call them!). I love sharing my passion for food, health, and science with my audience.
