Oh, Pumpkin.

Went into the grocery store last night to buy a few things and found this cute little pumpkin. It was only $1.29, so I couldn't resist. I know its too early to start buying pumpkins, hopefully he will last until the 31st.

Why You Should Drink Warm Water & Lemon.

Source: mindbodygreen.com via Chelsea on Pinterest

I am always looking for new tips/advise to live a healthier lifestyle. I have my fair share of health issues and if I know its important to start taking better care of myself.

My boyfriends mom recently introduced me to MindBodyGreen.com -- I don't know how I haven't heard of this website before because its absolutely amazing. There are so many great articles to read. 

I always have enjoyed drinking lemon water, but never gave too much thought about drinking warm water and lemon. I recently stumbled upon the following article: Why You Should Drink Warm Water & Lemon. As the article suggests, if you can only make time for one ritual that will improve your health, let it be this..... start the day out with a mug of warm water and the juice of half a lemon. 

Warm water and fresh lemon juice -- it sounds too simple and the health benefits are too good to ignore. 

1. Boosts you're immune system.
2. Balances pH.
3. Helps with weight loss.
4. Aids digestion.
5. Acts as a gentle, natural diuretic. 
6. Clears skin.
7. Hydrates the lymph system. 

To read more about the health benefits, head over to the full article here.  

Do you have any daily healthy rituals? I recently found out that I have this nodule (??) on my thyroid, so this past week or so, I haven't been feeling very energetic. I'm now determined to find some natural remedies to help me feel less tired, etc. 

Monday Motivation.

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Hello October.

September has come and gone, I can't believe it is October 1st today.

It's sad to see the warm weather disappear. But, I hate to admit it, I have missed wearing my UGGs and a few of my warm winter sweaters.

I also love the fact that I can bring my slow cooker out again. Beef stew, goulash, chicken stew, yum yum yum! I have found some really great new slow cooker recipes, which I promise to share soon.