The cutest, most intagrammable bathroom at @oakley The cutest, most intagrammable bathroom at @oakleyfishhouse 🐠 I had a great dinner tonight and can’t wait to share some of the pics tomorrow. Seriously, loved every dish! Until then here I am looking like a cat burglar 😹
Cookie Jar Bakery 🧁🍪🍩😍 on Monmouth Str Cookie Jar Bakery 🧁🍪🍩😍 on Monmouth Street in Newport, KY. 
We’ve driven past this place so many times and finally decided to stop and pop in yesterday and I am SO GLAD we did. They have the classic bakery vibes that just makes me think of my hometown and the quality is 💯. Plus we got this entire box for $10 🙌🏻. 
I highly recommend checking them out. You can get some treats here, coffee at Trailhead and then wander down to the Levee.
Low-quality selfie for a high quality day. A woman Low-quality selfie for a high quality day. A woman... a Black and Indian American woman as VP! Thank you Madam Vice President Kamala Harris for breaking this glass ceiling and for all the women who made it possible. #stillwithher
Açaí you! This açaí smoothie bowl from @cincya Açaí you! This açaí smoothie bowl from @cincyacaibol was so fresh and the pick-me-up I needed during these gloomy winter days. Is anyone else craving all the fresh fruits & veggies rn? 
——
@cincyacaibol operates over in the west end and is run through delivery or carry out that is brought to your car. But they have plans to open a storefront later this year 😍🙌🏻 #cincyeats #cincinnatiblogger
I AM A MAN. When Black sanitation workers in Mem I AM A MAN.  When Black sanitation workers in Memphis took to the streets in March 1968, they carried signs stating: I AM A MAN.  The purpose of the strike and march was to take a stand in favor of fair wages and better working conditions after the death of two sanitation employees, Echol Cole and Robert Walker.  This strike was a focal point of the Civil Rights Movement and Dr. King joined to show his support. This is where he gave his last speech, “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop.” He was killed the next day.  The "I am a Man" Plaza is located next to Clayborn Temple in Memphis. The area includes a sculpture along with a wall listing the names of those who participated in the strikes.  We’ve come far, but there is still more to be done. #MLKDay
GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means ga GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means game night & takeout. 🙌🏻 Ryan and I love Gold Star & decided to mix things up and try some items other than chili. The double decker sandwich was so good 😋 plus the garlic parm fries are 💯. / ad 
You can win a $25 gift card to @goldstarchili to make dinner time easy peasy.  To enter:
Follow @goldstarchili & me.
Comment the food emoji that relates to what you’ll be ordering 🍔 🍟 🥪 & Tag a pal you’ll be sharing with.  Not associated with IG. Winner will be picked randomly on Monday 1/18. #goldstarchili #cincinnatibloggers
Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes th Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes the last week that everyone has given up their #dryjanuary resolutions because of recent events. And yes, the jokes are funny, but I also believe that alcohol just makes stress even more stressful. 🙃 so if you’re participating in dry January or just trying to cut back alcohol in 2021 then the post at my #linkinbio has some tips to keep going.
Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me r Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me remind you to refresh your professional accounts/brand. By this I mean:
• updating your resume (even if you’re not looking!)
• update your professional site (if you have one - I use @squarespace)
• update LinkedIn (update your experience & any projects you’ve led in the last year, use their featured section to highlight the work you’re most proud of, etc.)
• create a folder where you can save “wins” for the upcoming year like emails from your boss when you’ve done great work, media coverage, recap decks, etc. 
• update your headshot 😌 I shared this on stories a while back but if anyone is interested I’ll make a Reels showing how I used my iPhone & Canva to create a refreshed headshot for LinkedIn & my social accounts 
• what else have I missed? Anything you do at the start of the year to get your professional spaces/work in order?
I’ve likely shared this one before but I always I’ve likely shared this one before but I always find this message to be inspiring. I personally find the coming months to be so bleh and dreary and it really makes me feel gloomy, so I’m reminding myself how much inner strength we all have. Everything that has happened in your life this far, you’ve made it through. 😌🙌🏻 #lovethecov #happynewyear
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Fitness, Wellness · April 11, 2017

Favorite Healthy Drinks

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While on Whole30 and in general, I turn to flavorful but healthy drinks to liven up my diet and prevent snacking. Have you heard that dehydration can be mistaken for hunger? Prevent dehydration from the get-go by getting your fill of H20 and enjoying these other healthy alternatives.

La Croix
La Croix or other sparkling flavored waters
These are lifesavers. Sometimes I just NEED a carbonated beverage, but I really don’t want to mess with soda and all of it’s chemicals. Instead, I pick up a La Croix. You can also find sparkling waters for less at the grocery store. There is typically a store brand version. Just make sure to read the ingredient label to ensure there’s no added sweeteners like sucralose.

Teas – I really like matcha LOVE brand
I strongly suggest brewing your own tea instead of buying the bottled kind. The flavors will be SO much different. You’ll be able to control the sugar and guarantee the quality of your ingredients. Personally, I don’t need any sweetener in my teas. If you’re used to it, try using less and less each week until your palate no longer expects the extra sugar. IMO if I want something full of sugar, I don’t want it to be in my tea. I’d rather just enjoy a candy bar. ?

Kombucha
My favorite brand is Clearly Kombucha. The flavor isn’t too strong and the only added sweetness is from the 100% real fruit juice. Kombucha is full of probiotics and fermentation which is so great for your gut health.

Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides
I start every morning with a scoop of collagen peptides in my tea (sometimes coffee), mixed with water and lemon juice or a 100% fruit juice. It’s even good just on it’s own in water. There are loads of benefits to increasing your collagen intake including:
-promoting youthful skin, healthier hair and stronger nails
-improving sleep
-increasing athletic performance
-keeping bones healthy and strong
-supporting joint health
-promoting healthy immune, digestive and central nervous systems
You can read all the details and reports on Vital Proteins’ site.
The reason I like Vital Proteins, specifically, is the quality of their products. The products are sustainably sourced and the collagen peptides are from pasture-raised, grass-fed cows. There are other brands out there that make collagen peptides, so feel free to do some research on which brand looks best to you.

Chia Seed Water
This isn’t so much a store bought drink although you could pick up a Mamma Chia drink if you want to go the easy route. Chia seeds are full of goodness like Omega-3s, protein, fiber and more. I like to add a TBSP to a tall glass of water with fruit or just a few drops of lemon juice. The chia seeds can help keep you fuller for longer and will provide you with all the benefits above.

Natural Calm Plus Calcium
This is a natural stress relief and magnesium supplement powder drink. I can’t say it’s switched my mood a 180 degrees whenever I drink it, but I do find it calming to drink near the end of the day before bed. I also notice that I sleep more soundly at night when I’ve drank Natural Calm. Magnesium supports regular blood sugar levels, promotes normal blood pressure and is required for producing and storing energy – aka it’s very important.

 

BCAAs
BCAA stands for Branched-Chain Amino Acids. BCAAs are not some crazy unhealthy workout supplement like diet pills. Instead, they truly are beneficial for your body before, during and after workouts. They help maintain muscles when you’re in a calorie-deficit (dieting) and also help you have longer and stronger workouts. I really like these BCAAs from PrettyFit that also contains caffeine. I’ll usually have a scoop in the morning alongside my collagen before I head to the gym. I also have some on the weekend post-workout for an extra energy boost and quicker muscle recovery. They do make BCAAs without caffeine which are great to have when you workout later in the day.

*This is not a sponsored post, I just love these products. 🙂

What are your favorite healthy drinks? Let me know below!

These healthy drinks make a great choice instead of soda. If you’re trying to lose weight, look great and feel great keep these healthy drink ideas in mind for summer and all year long.

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Cookie Jar Bakery 🧁🍪🍩😍 on Monmouth Str Cookie Jar Bakery 🧁🍪🍩😍 on Monmouth Street in Newport, KY. 
We’ve driven past this place so many times and finally decided to stop and pop in yesterday and I am SO GLAD we did. They have the classic bakery vibes that just makes me think of my hometown and the quality is 💯. Plus we got this entire box for $10 🙌🏻. 
I highly recommend checking them out. You can get some treats here, coffee at Trailhead and then wander down to the Levee.
Low-quality selfie for a high quality day. A woman Low-quality selfie for a high quality day. A woman... a Black and Indian American woman as VP! Thank you Madam Vice President Kamala Harris for breaking this glass ceiling and for all the women who made it possible. #stillwithher
Açaí you! This açaí smoothie bowl from @cincya Açaí you! This açaí smoothie bowl from @cincyacaibol was so fresh and the pick-me-up I needed during these gloomy winter days. Is anyone else craving all the fresh fruits & veggies rn? 
——
@cincyacaibol operates over in the west end and is run through delivery or carry out that is brought to your car. But they have plans to open a storefront later this year 😍🙌🏻 #cincyeats #cincinnatiblogger
I AM A MAN. When Black sanitation workers in Mem I AM A MAN.  When Black sanitation workers in Memphis took to the streets in March 1968, they carried signs stating: I AM A MAN.  The purpose of the strike and march was to take a stand in favor of fair wages and better working conditions after the death of two sanitation employees, Echol Cole and Robert Walker.  This strike was a focal point of the Civil Rights Movement and Dr. King joined to show his support. This is where he gave his last speech, “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop.” He was killed the next day.  The "I am a Man" Plaza is located next to Clayborn Temple in Memphis. The area includes a sculpture along with a wall listing the names of those who participated in the strikes.  We’ve come far, but there is still more to be done. #MLKDay
GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means ga GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means game night & takeout. 🙌🏻 Ryan and I love Gold Star & decided to mix things up and try some items other than chili. The double decker sandwich was so good 😋 plus the garlic parm fries are 💯. / ad 
You can win a $25 gift card to @goldstarchili to make dinner time easy peasy.  To enter:
Follow @goldstarchili & me.
Comment the food emoji that relates to what you’ll be ordering 🍔 🍟 🥪 & Tag a pal you’ll be sharing with.  Not associated with IG. Winner will be picked randomly on Monday 1/18. #goldstarchili #cincinnatibloggers
Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes th Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes the last week that everyone has given up their #dryjanuary resolutions because of recent events. And yes, the jokes are funny, but I also believe that alcohol just makes stress even more stressful. 🙃 so if you’re participating in dry January or just trying to cut back alcohol in 2021 then the post at my #linkinbio has some tips to keep going.
Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me r Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me remind you to refresh your professional accounts/brand. By this I mean:
• updating your resume (even if you’re not looking!)
• update your professional site (if you have one - I use @squarespace)
• update LinkedIn (update your experience & any projects you’ve led in the last year, use their featured section to highlight the work you’re most proud of, etc.)
• create a folder where you can save “wins” for the upcoming year like emails from your boss when you’ve done great work, media coverage, recap decks, etc. 
• update your headshot 😌 I shared this on stories a while back but if anyone is interested I’ll make a Reels showing how I used my iPhone & Canva to create a refreshed headshot for LinkedIn & my social accounts 
• what else have I missed? Anything you do at the start of the year to get your professional spaces/work in order?
I’ve likely shared this one before but I always I’ve likely shared this one before but I always find this message to be inspiring. I personally find the coming months to be so bleh and dreary and it really makes me feel gloomy, so I’m reminding myself how much inner strength we all have. Everything that has happened in your life this far, you’ve made it through. 😌🙌🏻 #lovethecov #happynewyear
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