my city life

with Jennifer Dowdican

FIBER FACTSWe’ve all heard about fiber but how much do you really know about this rockstar of the plant world? FYI, fiber is so much more than a powder you buy at your local grocery store and mix with water. SO MUCH MORE! If you haven’t made Fiber your bestie then no time like the present. Fiber is KEY to balancing our Microbiome which is our unique community of microbes living on our skin, in our mouth, vagina and largely in our gut. As I mention over and over, GUT HEALTH is key to overall...

Well if you know me then you know that I am a serious smoothie junkie! I love developing new recipes and of course indulging in them! The key to a great smoothie is not just about how yummy it is but also making sure that there is a balance between healthy fats, protein and fiber all while keeping it as low in sugar as possible. Nothing goes together better than avocado and lime especially when making homemade guacamole but for this “don’t knock it until you try it” smoothie we’ve got all the...

Yesterday I was craving a steak and around here, it’s either grass-fed filet or a ribeye. We limit ourselves to red meat but once in a while, it’s a delicious treat especially with my homemade Chimichurri.You may or may not be familiar with Chimichurri and if not, you’re totally missing out. The combination of garlic and onion married with fresh herbs, olive oil and fresh lemon create a flavor that will knock your socks off. Not only that, it’s filled with anti-inflammatory properties that take...

Well I think it’s quite obvious that I’m all for sustainability and protecting the environment. It’s just an easy choice for me and I hope for you too. There are many companies that offer sustainable sheets and bedding so it’s absolutely possible to find everything you want and need. Bedding is a great place to start when going green. We spend half our lives between the sheets so you can imagine, over time, just how many chemicals we come in contact with. I don’t know about you, but that doesn’t...