The Conscious Chick

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Conscious Product Review: Hurraw Lip Balm

A couple of years ago, I decided that I was going to make my own lip balm which I would call Conscious Chick Lip Balm.  Catchy right?  Anyhoo, I researched and ordered the products but truthfully lost interest after I … Continue reading

Conscious Product Review: Juice Beauty Blemish Clearing Cleanser

I’ve been seeing Juice Beauty products for years in places like Sephora and Whole Foods and have actually used a few of them including the Green Apple Enzyme mask and one of the moisturizers whose name escapes me now. I … Continue reading

Meatless Monday Suggestion – Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

Stuffed Bell Peppers! I’m making these tonight and cannot say enough about how filling , easy-to-make and nutritious these are.  They are a complete meal with the quinoa as a whole grain, the black beans as protein, the peppers, carrots … Continue reading

Non-Dairy Calcium Sources

My lovely sister-in-law asked me about what foods she can eat to get calcium since she doesn’t drink milk. Excellent question, Sis!  I would recommend to anyone to ease up on the dairy since it has been linked to forms … Continue reading

Meatless Monday Suggestion

Quiche!  I admit to not consuming much because I always thought of it being kind of like a meat pie which doesn’t sound appealing to me.  However, there are so many varieties and they can be vegetarian or vegan. It’s … Continue reading

5 Tips to Keep Your New Year’s Resolution of Living Healthier

It’s the middle of January and how many of you are ready to give up on your new year’s resolution of living a healthier lifestyle? Stats show that over 70% drop their resolutions by the 31st. The key to a … Continue reading

Conscious Product: Aquasana Water Filter

I just bought a water filter for my shower. I had a one a while ago but I didn’t feel like trying to figure out where to get a replacement cartridge (got to be more mindful of that)  so I … Continue reading

Meatless Monday Suggestion

Happy New Year Conscious Ones, Here is my latest Meatless Monday Suggestion: Black Bean Burritos This dish is not only easy to make, it’s filling and can be found in the freezer section of most grocery stores. Try the Amy’s … Continue reading

Conscious Restaurant: Juice Hugger Cafe

Juice Hugger Cafe I’ve been a fan of the juices for a while so when I found out they were opening up a spot in BK, I got excited. I’m a big fan of the soups- some of which are … Continue reading

Eco Monday and Meatless Monday Suggestion

Happy Eco and Meatless Monday! Did you know that if every American would participate go meatless 1 day a week, it would equal taking 8 million cars off the roads?  That’s a lot of avoided pollution.   1 meatless day … Continue reading