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I typically plant majority of my edible garden during the spring and am so thrilled that a lot of my babies are still producing fruit and vegetables so deep into autumn. Growing my own food [albeit minimal] is a hobby that truly brings me great joy. The fruits of my labor nourish not only my belly but my heart, mind, and soul throughout the year. Keep on reading for a peek into my fall harvest.
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For all of you cannabis lovers out there, I’d like to apologize in advance because this post is, unfortunately, not about marijuana. This article is, however, about those pesky, perennial plants that poke out of the dirt every year and oftentimes, invade our gardens. Sorry to disappoint if you were hoping to read about some good ol’ THC and CBD strains. But if you’re interested in hearing about my sudden love of weeding, definitely keep on reading 😉
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Sachi and I first met in 2004 during our freshman year of college. We became fast friends over our shared love of film, television, writing, travel, and humor. After graduation, I pursued a career in the entertainment industry, and Sachi fell into the world of physical fitness. Before I knew it, she had a plethora of loyal clients, a growing business, and a kick-ass body. In recent years, Sachi’s interest in nutrition and the benefits of plant-based eating eventually led her to becoming The Colorful Coach!
Despite my passion for meat, seafood, and dairy – I wanted to ask Sachi some questions about her vegan diet and consulting business since I too am a huge advocate for incorporating plenty of fresh produce, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains into our daily meals. So whether you enjoy animal-based foods like myself or avoid them like Sachi, this Q&A is full of insightful information that focuses on the importance of nutrition and the joy of eating plant-based foods.
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Although Gua Sha and jade rolling have been around for centuries, their popularity has sky rocketed in the last five years especially among clean beauty and wellness fanatics. Facial massage via modern Gua Sha stones and jade rollers is an excellent way to promote blood flow and lymphatic drainage. Better circulation and regular detoxification within the face and neck achieved through consistent stone massage can often result in smoother, lifted, and brighter skin over time. Some folks think these ancient practices are a complete myth while others swear by it. I, personally, fall somewhere in the middle of this debate.
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