Here are some of my favourite resources to kickstart you on your health journey!
REAL EATS
Vital Proteins. I use Vital Proteins collagen as a staple in all of my smoothies for a clean, bioavailable source of protein. Collagen is essential for healthy joints, fitness recovery and the maintenance of healthy skin and hair! You can get it here.
Kettle + Fire. Fresh, shelf-stable bone broths that are perfect for the bases of all your favourite recipes. Bone broth supports gut health, sleep, recovery + skin! Go here to get FREE SHIPPING on all orders with 6+ cartons!
truLocal. truLocal connects you to high-end, locally-sourced meat across Canada through a monthly box subscription. You can customize your box and pick the price plan that works best for you! Get yours here.
Paleo Principles, by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD. This is hands down my favourite book on health and wellness. Dr. Ballantyne breaks down the science of nutrition in a way that’s super digestible. She also talks about the grey areas of paleo, and why eating non-paleo foods like legumes might actually be okay for you. She has an entirely non-dogmatic approach to healthy eating, and I constantly find myself referring back to it. You can get the book here.
SEXUALITY + HEALTH
Adam + Eve.
The Ethical Slut, by Janet W. Hardy + Dossie Easton. This book is perfect if you want to learn more about polyamory and ethical non-monogamy. It’s a classic read that helps you navigate the bumps and obstacles that come with open relationships: how to ask your partner to open up, how to practice safe sex, how to create boundaries. Get your copy here.
The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity, by Esther Perel. Another excellent read that looks at why people cheat, and how to better understand it. If you’ve ever been cheated on, or cheated on someone, or even just wondered why you want to cheat even though you are in a happy relationship, I definitely recommend it. Find it here.
BEAUTY + SKINCARE
The Detox Market. I get some of my favourite green beauty brands from the Detox Market: RMS beauty, The Beauty Chef, and Wild Craft to name a few! I have a shop right near my house, but you can pop online to stock up some really lovely, (and often beautifully packaged) products! Go here for to get a FREE Gifts with your purchase!
BLOGGING + PHOTOGRAPHY
Bluehost. Ready to start a blog? Then you’ll definitely want to find a great hosting service. I’ve been with Bluehost for almost a year (after being with Godaddy since the beginning) and I love it! It’s cheap and easy to use, and it gives me a lot more access to the blog behind the scenes. Start your blog for just 3.95/month here.