Don’t miss these wellbeing workshops in Nashville
The Nashville Winter Wellness Fest, taking place on January 18, has eight free workshops that will equip you with the tools and information you need to make sure that 2020 is your best year yet. 10.10 – 10.45 Everyday tools for your physical and emotional health Your beautiful self-care journey and mindfulness. Mindfulness is a […]
The best diets for 2020, according to health professionals
U.S. News has ranked 35 popular diets, with input from a panel of health experts. To be top-rated, a diet had to be “relatively easy to follow, nutritious, safe, effective for weight loss and protective against diabetes and heart disease.” Here, are the top five diets, chosen by U.S. News. The Mediterranean diet “It’s generally […]
Your kid’s guide to the Nashville Winter Wellness Fest
Don’t miss Nashville’s leading health and wellness event on January 18! A day for all the family, this event has a packed program of group activities, cookery demonstrations, workshops, sports, children’s games and more. Children can attend the Nashville Winter Wellness Fest for free! Here, we highlight the activities for kids that will be happening […]
Is the popularity of crystals harmful to the planet?
In recent years, the popularity of crystals has grown exponentially. Many advocate the benefits that crystals have on individuals, from creating positive energy to achieving balance throughout your body. However, a recent article in the Guardian highlights the potentially damaging impact the crystal trend can have on the people who are sourcing them. “Five years […]
How to be healthy in Nashville in 2020
As the new year starts, many individuals will be looking to revamp their wellbeing routine. Nashville is full of people, places and organizations that are there to help you on your health and wellness journey. Here, we highlight the places and people in Nashville that can kick start your best year yet! Float Horizen The […]
The power of mindful walking
In the book, ‘Afoot and Lighthearted: A journal for mindful walking’, Bonnie Smith Whitehouse, a Nashville-based author and professor at Belmont University, outlines the power and positivity that comes from spending intentional time outdoors. As well as her own experiences, Bonnie also has researched authors and historical figures who acknowledge the role walking had in […]
Your guide to buying CBD oil
It seems like everywhere you go—Shows, Farmers Markets, Malls—everyone’s into selling CBD Oil. But how can you tell the good products from the bad? CBD oil is gaining momentum in the health and wellness world, with some scientific studies confirming it may help treat a variety of ailments like chronic pain and anxiety. More […]
Nashville’s Laura Lea announces new cookbook
Following on from the huge success of her first cookbook, Nashville-based holistic chef Laura Lea Bryant (aka Laura Lea Balanced) sits down to discuss her second, Simply Laura Lea, which will be published next Spring. What can we expect from this new book? With my second cookbook, I wanted to offer new content without totally […]
Be bold and brilliant at TEDx Nashville Women
On Friday 6 December, TEDx Nashville will host its second annual women’s conference. TEDx is an offshoot program for communities to bring the ethos of TED talks to local people. The theme for the 2019 event is ‘bold and brilliant’, and speakers include actor and producer Rita Wilson and Nashville author Lily Clayton Hansen. Ahead […]
Best natural, organic beauty alternatives
There are a number of brands that are creating beauty products with natural, organic ingredients. Here, we highlight some of the products that we have tried, tested and loved… Soothing and brightening sheet mask, Rawganic These are 100 percent vegan, cruelty-free, 99.9 percent natural origin and made from biodegradable organic cotton, this sheet mask […]
Reduce waste with compost campaign in Tennessee
The Tennessee Environmental Council has announced that its campaign to encourage composting throughout the state has been so successful, it has the green light for another year. In a statement, the organization explains that – with the help of Kroger and Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) – the ‘Come Post Your Compost’ campaign […]
The benefits of volunteering
Tennessee earned its nickname as ‘The Volunteer State’ during the War of 1812 when thousands of individuals from the region to fight in various battles. This sense of civic duty and volunteering is proudly carried on to this day. In a recent article, KidCentralTN, an organization that works with families throughout the state, highlights how […]
