This healthy breakfast concoction is a delicious celebration of fall. It also happens to run in the LEAF family! Try it out: You’ll Need: – nonfat greek yogurt – 100% canned pumpkin – chopped almonds – pumpkin seeds – 1 tsp chia seeds – honey + cinnamon, to taste Instructions: […]
5 Ways To Better Your Morning
Mornings set the tone for your day, so it’s important to make them as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. Creating an attainable morning routine is the best way to ensure you start your day off right. Not an early riser? Start setting your alarm clock 15-20 minutes earlier than you […]
A Powerful Video That Will Make You Want To Always Wear Sunscreen
Artist Thomas Leveritt set up a ultraviolet camera and viewing monitor in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park to show people what their skin looks like in ultraviolet light. This is “how the sun sees you.” The revealed freckles and lurking age spots are the not-yet-visible results of skin damage from sun exposure. […]
What To Eat Before You Workout
Have you ever been in the middle of a 6 PM yoga class and heard your stomach groan? Or worse, been in the middle of a yoga class with little-to-no energy? We’ve all been there, and guess what: it’s OK to eat before your class! I’m not talking huge, fiber […]
Start Your Day Off Strong With This Energy Enhancer Juice
Looking for a juice to boost your energy and kick your day off strong? Try giving this energy enhancing juice a go. The cabbage is high in antioxidants and phytonutrients, which helps boost our brain power, the pear sweetens it up and the lemon brings those beloved alkalizing benefits. […]
Everybody’s Talking About Oil Pulling, Here’s Why
A couple of us at LEAF have been doing the ancient Ayurvedic practice of oil pulling for about 6 months, ever since it first took over the interweb. And honestly – we’re in love! We know it sounds a little strange, but, the benefits far outweigh the initial “what?! that’s gross!” […]