Fighting Boredom with Healthy Food + Creative Living
Homemade Granola: A Nutritious and Budget-Friendly Treat Crafting your own granola is not only simple but also a wallet-friendly way to enjoy a wholesome snack. By making small batches of nut-rich granola and storing them in glass jars, you can always have a healthy and delicious…
This meat-free vegetarian BBQ carrot sandwich is satisfying and tasty! Even my husband who eats meat thought this was delicious and filling. The texture of the carrots and onions has a nice bite with the sauce – if you’re looking to eat less meat, try…
This year I’ve made a little list of things that I believe will make my Summer trips a bit easier and a lot more fun.
In my hey day, these bags worn around the waist were called fanny packs, but they weren’t nearly as cute! Now these bags are worn around the waist, or slung over the shoulder in a cross-body style. The bags are usually more boxy now and fit a bit more stuff. I do love these for traveling because your hands are free, yet your bag stays against your body which is a safer option while in unfamiliar territory.
These cute inexpensive bags are around $16 and come in tons of colors, so grab a few for summer travel on Amazon.
We do a lot of flying and driving in the summer and inflatable pillows have never been on my pack list. It’s one of those things that I think I don’t need, and then half-way into my trip I’m kicking myself HARD for not having one as my neck turns into concrete and a headache sets in. This lightweight travel pillow is soft and so easy to blow up AND deflate. No huffing and puffing, and deflates in seconds. They do have ones that are fabric and filled with stuffing, but I find they are simply too heavy and bulky to carry throughtout my trip. Stick with the inflatable! *Available on Amazon.
My suitcase can go from tidy to crumbled mess and about 60 seconds flat, so I really LOVE tools that help me keep my clothing nice and unwrinkled.
I love the super lightweight Pack-N-Fold hanger because it keeps my jackets tidy and they are ready to hang. It’s so frustrating to arrive at a hotel and they don’t have enough hangers or any at all, so with the Pack-N-Fold I don’t have to worry at all.
The perfect swim cover-up should be light for quick drying AND easy to throw over your swimsuit to double as a sundress. I also love multi-purpose pieces when traveling because they save on packing space! A functional beach cover-up may be paired with cute sandals and jewelry to make a perfectly sane outfit. The coverup to dress conversion is also perfect for eating inside a hotel restaurant cafe’ where swimsuits are not allowed.
This cover-up is available on Amazon* and they have many different colors and styles all at a reasonable price.
Layering basics are essential for adaptable travel attire. They allow you to effortlessly adjust to fluctuating temperatures, whether you’re braving chilly mornings or enjoying warm afternoons. With versatile pieces like a lightweight base layer, a cozy sweater, and a versatile jacket, you can create countless outfit combinations while packing light. This strategic approach ensures comfort and style throughout your journey, regardless of the weather.
Plane and car travel time means you have plenty of opportunity to listen to audio books or music. These are basically Air pod knockoffs which are a must because it’s inevitable that you’ll lose them, or at least one on the trip! At $40 for the pair with a case that charges them, this is a no-brainer!
TRUE WIRELESS EARBUDS WITH RICH, BALANCED SOUND — Hear it loud and clear with 12mm drivers delivering crisp audio, balanced bass, and full sound. Be heard with 2 microphones and a voice detection accelerometer for crystal clear communication. Available on Amazon.*
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern medicine, one ancient truth remains steadfast: Mother Nature has a remarkable knack for providing relief and healing when we least expect it.
Mother’s Day. Two words that can evoke a range of emotions in moms, from excitement to dread. While I’ve had many wonderful Mother’s Days, some have been derailed by a simple truth: moms often suffer in silence. We eat burnt toast, clean up messes, and…
The other day, I was shopping for hummus and cringed as I saw $5 mini-tubs. The average cost of dried chickpeas is a mere .50 per cup. One cup of dried chickpeas makes about 2-1/2 cups of cooked chickpeas, which makes a LOT of hummus! (more…)
Since 2020, the number of people who have relocated to a new city or even a new state has skyrocketed tremendously. As remote work has become more normalized, people now have the freedom to live where they want and take advantage of a lower cost…
I went over to a family member’s house the other day only to be greeted with, “SHUT THE DOOR!” They are the proud owner of a ‘runner’. Although their pup is very happy and loves his home, he has the tendency to bolt out the…
I love making healthy dinners that take less than 30 minutes but don’t skimp on flavor. This fresh mango tofu bowl is very easy to make, especially because I use Plantspired TofuBaked which is made using Nasoya’s signature Super Firm Tofu, pre-marinated and baked to perfection for the ultimate convenience. TofuBaked requires no pressing or draining and is a highly versatile product that can be easily used in a wide range of great-tasting, healthy, and convenient snacks or meals for every eating occasion. (more…)
Having just returned from the largest Natural Products show in the United States, I was blown away by all of the new natural products coming to market. As we approach Earth Day, I wanted to highlight some products that use natural ingredients or encourage a…
As I was helping my husband pack for a quick business trip, he was frantically trying to find some allergy pills as Springtime in the Bay Area means many blooms and pollen. I also reminded him to pack his homeopathic Similasan Allergy Eye Relief drops…
My friend is a private chef and caterer, so when she made me dinner at her house last week, I was of course giddy to attend. Despite being stuffed after the gourmet meal, I could not help but indulge in the delicious Coconut Tapioca Pudding with fresh coconut slices and taro chunks. It was exotic, refreshing, and comforting all at the same time. I just made my own scaled-down version and think I’ll be making this more often as it is so simple! (more…)
