The Best Post-Thanksgiving Meals
Thanksgiving is super weird this year, amiright? Most of us are celebrating in really different ways this year: there are constantly-shifting quarantine rules to follow, […]
Healthy Living
Calming Chamomile CBD Bedtime Tea
Calming chamomile tea is a friend in times of anxiety, and this herbal CBD bedtime tea recipe featuring CBD tincture helps boost the relaxation power of the herb, and allows for feelings of deeper calm in the nervous system.
Is a Vegan Diet Cheaper than a Standard Diet?
There is still a silly rumor that vegan diets are expensive, but it’s just not true! When based on whole foods, beans, grains, and veggies, a vegan diet can be cheaper than an omnivore diet (and also better for you and for the planet!)
A More Sustainable Home Starts in the Bedroom
Usually I write about how to improve your health with food, but today I’m sharing how you can create a more sustainable home – starting with your bedding.
Can a Vegan Diet Fight Depression?
Can a vegan diet fight depression and anxiety? No doubt, plants are powerful tools to help us fight both depression and anxiety. Learn more about the science behind why eating a plant-based diet can help you feel your best.
What is Spelt? New Ways to Love this Old Grain
I love using spelt as an alternative to wheat. In this article, I’ll talk about some of the differences between spelt and wheat, and share a recipe for using spelt flour and share a totally new recipe using whole rolled spelt for a nutty, wholesome granola.
Thai Green Curry with Eggplant for Oahu Fresh
Learn to make an easy Thai green curry recipe featuring eggplant and a collection of other colorful veggies. This is an easy weeknight meal that makes good use of whatever veggies you have in the fridge.
How to Make Delicious Homemade Hummus in Bulk
What if you could make enough homemade hummus for a whole month? I love making hummus in bulk because I can customize my flavors, reduce the amount of plastic purchased, and help save money. Check out tips for making the best beans, the easiest hummus prep, and 8 flavor variations to ensure you don’t get bored + there is a cute dinosaur cartoon!
Stock a Healthy Pantry with Vegan Staples
What’s in your healthy pantry? Learn some tips about how I’ve built out a healthy pantry over the years, and which ingredients are most helpful to have on hand.
Why You Should Eat More Lentils
Lentils are cheap, easy to cook, infinitely versatile and SO DAMN YUMMY. Here I’ve shared the best reasons to eat lentils (plant-based protein! Fiber! Minerals!) and about a dozen ways to cook them into delicious homemade meals.
The Global Footprint of our Food Waste
According to Project Drawdown, reducing food waste (globally) is the NUMBER 3 MOST IMPORTANT thing we can do to reduce our climate impact. NUMBER THREE! […]
Find Calm in the Blue: What is ‘Blue Mind’ and Why it’s Healing
Whether you live near the ocean, a wild river or a tiny stream– heck, even a bath or shower will do– there are many ways to benefit from water time and find calm, clear, collected space within your Blue Mind. Learn more about the science behind our love for water, and how you can bring Blue Mind energy into your daily life.
DIY Natural Deodorant with Essential Oils
Sometimes people give me a funny look when I tell them I don’t use deodorant. My secret is a homemade, natural deodorant that I make with healthy, edible ingredients. You can make your own, zero-waste, totally natural deodorant with essential oils, and improve your pit health and smell great everyday!
10 Vegan Squash and Pumpkin Recipes for Comforting Fall Meals
These 10 squash and pumpkin recipes will keep you well-fed & nourished during the fall season. Featuring kabocha, butternut, & even canned pumpkin!
8 Healthy, Cozy Drinks for Fall Weather
Warming, nourishing, and delightful, these homemade cozy drinks will make you want to stay home and cuddle with your favorite person, animal, or book. Keep warm with matcha, maca, hot chocolate, herbal teas and more easy warming drink recipes.