Wellness & Nutrition

BEAUTY SLEEP IS REAL, HERE'S HOW TO GET IT

One of the most important factors in our healthy habits for sanity and our immune system is GOOD SLEEP. Sleep deprivation has been linked to immune system failure, diabetes, cancer, obesity, depression, and memory loss. Just sleeping poorly for one night can result in faster aging of your skin, storing extra body fat, and your body being as insulin-resistant as that of a type-2 diabetic.

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ALL ABOUT ADAPTOGENS

Here’s everything you need to know about these balancing super herbs and mushrooms called, Adaptogens! “Adapt” is the root word because these magical sources literally balance the chemicals released during your body’s stress response, helping you to readjust and reharmonize your systems back to equilibrium. This specific group of herbs and mushrooms tweak your body’s responses to hormonal triggers and physiological responses by mocking \ matching the signalers your body usually reacts to. Adding adaptogens helps your body function properly - from your mind, to your immune system, to your energy!

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW, THE LATEST & GREATEST ON BRAIN HEALTH

Your brain can do so much to change YOUR world. The more experiences, good sleep, and nutrient dense foods you give it to work with, the more it learns and establishes connections.

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A HELPING HAND: COVID-19 RESOURCES

The best way we can empower ourselves is to stay informed, which Is why we have compiled a list of resources that you may find helpful during this unprecedented time.

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Cinnamon and Spice ARE Everything Nice: 7 Health Benefits of this Everyday Food

I love using Cinnamon in some of my favorite recipes. It doesn’t just spice up a tasty dish, however, but it also offers a wide range of health benefits as well! From heart health to flawless skin, Cinnamon is a simple and healthy addition to your everyday diet.

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Pineapple Packs Powerful Beauty Benefits

Everybody knows I’m passionate about packing more fruits and vegetables into our diet, but I’m also an avid follower of beauty and fashion.

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Life is a balancing act

Life is a balancing act. During busier times it can be really challenging to take care of our daily responsibilities, including exercise, social time and self-care.

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Just Add Water Quick Smoothie

One nourishing way of enjoying Just Add Water is by adding it to your smoothie. Here's favorite recipe from our fan club: The Strawberry Banana Green Smoothie!

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INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT: ARTICHOKES

Hands up for another superpower Just Add Water™ ingredient! Artichokes might look a little funny to some, but this “perennial thistle” packs one heck of a punch in the nutrition category!

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Stay Warm with Our Healthier Hot Cocoa!

We all crave a little something special every once and a while and this time of year always has us reaching for a warm mug of hot cocoa!

Indulge a little today with this healthier version of the traditional from our founder Chef Serena Poon!

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4 Lifestyle Tips to Healthier, Shinier, Fuller Hair

Have you ever met someone with Cindy Crawford in the 90s hair--shiny, full, and healthy--and wondered, “what shampoo is she using?” Turns out she doesn’t use anything special per se, but she mentions that she drinks a lot of water daily, eats nutrient-dense food, and meditates. How does that equate to such healthy hair?

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Fact or Fiction: Vegans Don’t Get Enough Iron

Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in the United States, despite having easy access to food. When you’re iron deficient, you can feel tired, weak, pale and cold. That’s because iron is so critical to our overall health as it’s involved in making red blood cells and in carrying oxygen throughout the body. It’s also an essential nutrient to our diet as iron is something our body doesn’t produce by itself—we have to obtain it from food.

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