Winter blues weighing on you? Practice some self-care. Not enough time, you say? You’d be surprised how just carving out a few small pockets of time in your schedule can help your outlook. Self care is not self-indulgence: It’s attending to not only your physical, but emotional health. Yes, connect with others, but also reconnect with yourself. If there’s ever a time to bask in self-love and care, it’s now. So tend to yourself both emotionally and physically without guilt. You can start by paying attention to the little things you find yourself doing throughout the day. Take stock of …
The perfect end-of-summer pasta
If your veggie garden is currently spilling over with ripe tomatoes, plump eggplants and fragrant basil then this recipe is for you. In addition, it’s tasty, healthy, and a perfect weeknight meal because of its simplicity. Sometimes simple really is best. Important to note– -I use less pasta and more veggies than I list here to make the meal less carb-heavy. -I use chicken breast pieces in here, but meat is optional in this dish. I actually like it just as much without meat. -I use a high-fiber pasta like Banza chickpea rigatoni (pictured here). I’ve also used whole wheat many times, but I prefer …