What if I told you that you could attend a conference with free-flowing mold-free coffee, delicious anti-inflammatory lunches, motivating speakers, and a tech hall that is a biohacker's wonderland? By the end of it, you'd feel inspired, happy, healthy, and energized. It exists, and I just got home from it.
A roof deck or patio is an excellent place to relax and unwind after a long day. It's an outdoor space that can be transformed into an oasis with some creativity and key design elements. From comfortable seating and outdoor pillows to ambient lighting and plants, there are many ways to decorate your outdoor space. In this blog post, we will explore six essential tips on how to decorate an awesome roof deck/patio.
Along your journey to a healthier, happier you, you may have heard a lot about antioxidants and how good they are for you. An antioxidant is a substance that is produced by your body and found in food that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by “free radicals”. Essentially, they can help to protect us from cancer, inflammation, chronic disease, and more. Needless to say, antioxidants are really important! So, today I’m going to tell you all about the mother of all antioxidants - glutathione.
Whether we're working on our laptops, checking Instagram on our phones, or chillaxing in front of a smart TV, we all rely on technology to get us through the day, and even more so since the Pandemic began. But did you know that the devices you depend on could be emitting harmful radiation? We're surrounded by an invisible network of radiation from our electronics, bombarding us with negative energy every day. They're called EMFs, and they could be the reason why you can't shake off your anxiety and stress.
Last summer, we discovered the convenience of having an outdoor refrigerator on our patio when we got our first Newair beverage fridge. Being in Southern California, we love to spend time outdoors and entertain, and having this fridge has made a big difference. A year later, we decided to add the Newair Outdoor Wine Fridge to our patio setup. With socializing and hosting events becoming more common again, this wine fridge has been a fantastic addition.
Having Celiac disease is a huge part of my daily life. Whereas some people can just casually eat whatever they want without giving it a second thought, it’s much more complex for those of us with gluten intolerance or sensitivities.
Gluten free seems to have become such a popular diet trend lately, but it can really be a hard world to live in if you are avoiding gluten for your health. I have been gluten free for over 5 years now and somehow I still spend about 30% of my life glutened no matter how hard I try to avoid it.
We all know that staying hydrated is one of the biggest keys to staying healthy. But have you ever stopped to wonder what's actually in the water you're drinking every day? Water straight from the tap can contain potentially dangerous chemicals, heavy metals, herbicides and other nasty substances.
I have put together my top five reasons why you should be using a whole house water filtration system and start living a healthier, safer lifestyle.
Healthy fat is nothing to be afraid of! Not only do our bodies need it to function properly, but fat can also add flavor and life to an otherwise dull dish.
However, not all fats are equal. In this article, we’ll go over the different kinds of fat you should eat, and talk about why animal fat is healthier than you’ve been led to believe. Let’s get started!
Traveling as a celiac can always be a challenge, but fortunately, that is getting a lot easier. The best thing is, if you are headed to NYC, you will have no shortage of delicious and safe gluten-free dining to choose from. Here is a round-up of my favorites from this last trip and also some that are on my list to check out on my next stop in NYC!
We decided to take a little holiday getaway to La Jolla and San Diego and rented an Airbnb near the beach and had so much fun exploring all the great gluten free eateries in San Diego!
Santa Barbara is a quintessential SoCal Coastal living town about 1.5 hours north of LA. It oozes charm with its Spanish-style architecture and adorable shops and restaurants. We took a little weekend escape to head up and soak up the peace and charm of the town, COVID style.
It has been so fun to finally put together a gluten-free dining guide for my home town of Los Angeles! I have been so busy with travel, both for my Wandering Palate Book Tour and also for fun, this past year that I finally had a few months at home to work on this!
When we talk about LA, we’re not just talking about Downtown Los Angeles, but Greater Los Angeles and all of the amazing cities and sights peppered across this massive region. As a visitor, it can be difficult to create a roadmap that catches all of the best spots.
As a local, I’ve visited some of the best sights in Santa Monica and Venice Beach. Even so, you could live here your whole life and only scratch the surface of all the things to do in Santa Monica and Venice Beach.
To round out an amazing 2019, full of delicious gluten-free meals and global adventures, we celebrated in my old stomping ground, San Francisco. I lived there for seven years and I’ve always loved its food scene. Like many big cities in the U.S., you can find anything your heart desires in San Francisco.
You can’t visit California without heading to San Francisco. Of course, the city has a reputation for being notoriously pricey, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying yourself, because there a plenty of things to do that don’t cost a penny.
People travel from all over the world to visit the Pacific Northwest. A top destination on their list? Portland, Oregon. Not only is Portlandia a haven for outdoors activities and microbreweries, but it also has a vibrant culinary scene.
On my trail around the world I love to eat my gluten free way through each new city—especially one as vibrant and culturally diverse as Chicago. The best thing about traveling in 2019 is that there are so many new and dedicated gluten free restaurants. In a big city like Chicago, I had no trouble finding delicious places to dine. Without further ado, here’s my guide for eating gluten free in Chicago!