5 Healthy Hacks to Change your Life!

Life is all about balance! So for every french fry you’re dipping in mayonnaise ideally there should be a triceps dip in the gym! Personally, I get SOOOO overwhelmed with all the healthy + earth-saving things I should be doing; so I’ve come up with a list of my 5 healthy hacks to change your life that won’t drive you insane while you’re doing them!!!

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Eat Organic Produce

Eating organic all the time can be hard unless someone is doing the work for you! I started ordering from Farm Fresh to You so I could still get the good stuff from the farmer’s market, but without the work of dragging my toddler through all the stalls. And especially during COVID-19 times it’s best to minimize the most contact you can. Best of all you can customize the boxes based on what you like and best of all it’s from LOCAL farms!

The price starts at $33 for a box for 2-4 people and that includes delivery! I dare anyone to try and get out of the farmer’s market for less than $40!

Also new on the scene is Bringx, where the biggest discount comes when you involve some friends! All the produce, eggs, and dairy products are from local, organic farms–and they even have personal care items. The prices range from $53-$109 for a one-time purchase but it goes down significantly if you’re a repeat orderer. Invite your friends to order with you and get 30% off with wholesale pricing.

Pictured below is a sample of what you’ll receive in the Medium Organic Bag ($46.50 per week or $53 for a one time order)

Lastly, the new kid on the block is Farmfluence. They pick their produce THE DAY BEFORE it arrives to you! This is the best option if you don’t care what you get as long as it’s fresh. They only send seasonal produce selected by the farmer. Each box is $49.99.

Currently, they are running a BOGO deal. Just order from this link and enter the code JJQM26ZCN6K4.

Wear Better Shoes

Do you feel guilty every time you buy a new pair of shoes? Well not anymore! Rothy’s are made from RECYCLABLE PLASTIC and they are adorable to “boot”.

They specialize in an array of closed-toe beauties in more colors than I have outfits to match; and the price averages about $125 with FREE shipping and returns. They have also expanded to men’s shoes and bags for all.

Before you buy your first pair though know that they always run a half size smaller than usual (so go big) and get started with this link

Drink Better Alcohol

We all know that fermented beverages are good for us right? Well, what if you could combine that good bacteria with that not-so-good alcohol? I give you Kombrewcha!

Available in three flavors: royal ginger, lemongrass lime, and berry hibiscus, it’s made with organic ingredients and has less than 8 grams of sugar. As far as alcohol content it’s low at 4.4% ABV, but let me tell you this thing packs a punch!

Kombrewcha is available at most grocery stores as well as Total Wine & Spirts, and BevMo! in Los Angeles for about $11.99 for a six-pack.

Boost Brain Power

I’m obsessed with coffee, but what do you do when it’s 3 p.m. and you’re hitting a wall and it’s too late for that hot jolt? Reach for some Organic Greens of course!

Organic Greens by BN Labs combines 15 superfoods like beetroot, seaberry, wheatgrass, and chlorella to help neutralize the acid in your system and fuel your energy!

You can also expect an improvement in focus and a boost to your immune system. I actually like to mix a scoop of it with coconut chia seed pudding to create an explosion of healthy superpowers that doubles as a dessert.

I also like ORAC Energy Greens which also includes adaptogens and is 100% plantbased. The cost is $38.99 for 60 servings!

Eat Smarter Candy

Ok so ideally you aren’t eating ANY candy, but sometimes we all need a little something to take the edge off. I’ve always been a Sour Patch Kids kind of girl myself, so imagine my delight when I found a healthy swap with half the calories and 21 grams less sugar!

The Smart Sweets brand specializes in plant-based gummies with no artificial sweeteners that promise just 3 grams of sugar FOR A WHOLE BAG! Some flavors are hit and miss (like Sweet Fish, tastes nothing like Swedish Fish) but the Sour Blast Buddies flavor is an amazing substitute for Sour Patch Kids.

I got it at Whole Foods for just $2.50 a bag, but you can also order in bulk from Thrivemarket!

So to Review!!

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