Let’s start with the basics. According to the National Institutes of Health, the general recommended daily allowance for a woman ages 19-30 is 46 grams, or about 0.36 grams per pound of body weight, or about 10-20% of your totally calorie intake. Those looking to gain more muscle or are super active might need more […]
Veganism
9 Ways to Reduce Your Consumption of Animal Products

Veganism is the way of the future. I’ve compiled a few simple ways to reduce your consumption of animals and consume more plant-based foods.
The College Student’s Guide to Healthy Snacks + my favorite healthy snacks

SNACKS. You know what I mean? I don’t just love eating snacks; I absolutely rely on them to get me through the day! As a busy college student and part-time worker, I am constantly on the go. Snacks keep me going, but it’s important that they’re tasty and healthy. To me, a healthy snack is […]
Cheap, Lazy Vegan Cooking Tips

I love being vegan! Veganism is a lifestyle where you believe animals have rights, and therefore do not use or exploit animals for anything–food, clothing, makeup, etc. In a diet, that means I don’t consume meat, eggs, dairy, honey, or anything else derived from animals. However, I don’t feel restricted–I consume a large variety of […]
10 Simple Sustainable Swaps to Make Every Day

Sustainability is, by definition, the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance. I think it’s our responsibility to move away from the harmful practices that are so common and move towards a more possible future.
your body is a temple

I have come such a long way with my personal journey of loving my body and myself. Currently, I’m on such a high of self-love and I can feel my entire life philosophy shifting. Okay, that’s a big statement. But I believe it! One statement that keeps resonating around in my head is: my body is […]
A Love Letter to Bananas

Dear Bananas, There’s no denying it—I love you. Always have, always will. You’re the perfect amount of sweetness with a light taste that goes well with anything! You’re just filling enough to be the perfect snack. You’re versatile and a fairly long-lasting fruit. And only $0.44 per pound! No one could replace you, bananas. I’m […]