I’ve never cared about brand-name purses or clothing, much less cars or makeup. Instead, I spend whatever leftover money I can on travel. Traveling has exceptional “memory dividends” long after the money’s gone and is the best way to experience all the world has to offer (at least, in my humble opinion). I’ve now been to 30+ …
Travel season is upon us! And by that, we mean every season can be travel season if you’ve got the right luggage. If you’re looking to upgrade your travel gear (or gift an upgrade to a loved one!) consider choosing sustainable luggage from these eco-friendly, fair trade collections from the best luggage brands we could …
When we want to level up our spaces but can’t afford an entirely new sofa or loveseat, we think of ottomans and poufs. Big enough to make a difference in the room’s style and comfort (especially for us floor-sitters), but not so much that we break the bank. As we’re deciding on which ottoman or …
At this point, you probably know all about the health benefits of probiotics. Naturally occurring in fermented foods like yogurt, sauerkraut, miso, pickles, and sourdough bread, probiotics refer to the many live bacteria and yeasts that live in our body and help keep us healthy — especially our gut microbiome. Prebiotics are high-fiber compounds that feed these bacteria and keep …
As a 20-something, there’s not much that frightens me more than seeing the family members I love get older. But, last year when my mother fell ill, I felt lucky to have the opportunity to be a caregiver as she navigated complex changes in her body. As I sat with her, I witnessed how once …
Finding fair trade and sustainable products can involve lots of research (and time!). Instead, you can turn to these shops that curate their products based on their own set of values, including fair labor standards, organic ingredients, and give-back initiatives. Once you find a shop you trust, you can turn to them for anything on …
Whether you’re currently expecting or trying to conceive, taking high-quality prenatal vitamins is essential when preparing your body for a baby. The daily supplement can help bridge nutrition gaps and contribute to a healthy pregnancy. Unfortunately, many prenatal vitamins on the market include subpar ingredients and even fillers. Not to mention, many of them have …
It wasn’t until recently, while walking with my dogs in the quiet of a nature preserve, that I recognized how valuable a slower-paced, gentler exercise could be — both physically and mentally. As a teen heavily into sports, I learned to value high-impact strength training and exercised for tangible results. The higher the intensity, the …
Somewhere in the archives of Facebook exists a photo of a fun-loving teenager in her last few days of her senior year of high school. She’s sitting inside a large recycling bin in the school hallway, giving a peace sign, grinning from ear to ear. That girl is not me. Instead, if you examine the …
When looking to spruce up a room in our house quickly or add some flair to our leased apartment, removable wallpaper is our go-to. Unfortunately, most contain toxins, ranging from PVC in vinyl, to mercury, cadmium, and lead, all of which can be harmful to our health over the long term. That’s why we turn to …