Written by: Via Rutkowski The art of creating a morning routine is something we’ve seen increasingly on social media over the last few years as the importance of self-care has become more familiar. I have watched countless vlogs and read dozens of articles wondering what all the hype was about. With 5 am fitness classes, […]
The Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage at Reed Wellness
There’s a lot of buzz going around the wellness circuits about the amazing benefits of lymphatic drainage. I recently went to Reed Wellness to see what the fuss was about and asked owner Victoria to give us all the 411. What is lymphatic drainage? The lymph system runs throughout your body. You have lymph nodes […]
5 Must Try Seasonal Eating Recipes: Summer Edition
In the ancient healing system of Ayurveda, eating seasonally is held in such high regard that it has its own term: ritucharya. Our modern times have given us access to a huge variety of fruits and vegetables year-round. While this has many perks, many of us have become disconnected from our food in the process. […]
The Ultimate Guide to Holistic Hangover Remedies
There’s something about a cold margarita in the warm summer sun that hits a certain spot. I went on a date for the first time in a long time a couple weeks ago. Somehow I found myself 4 guava margaritas deep in the middle of the afternoon. Take a single mom out of quarantine and… […]
Could your dog be suffering from heatstroke?
Now that New Jersey has lifted restrictions with masks, we can expect more people to be out and about in this beach weather. Most of us will want to lay out in the sun and soak up all the skin aging damages the sun has to offer but not all living creatures can handle the […]
5 Herbal Teas for Surviving Allergy Season
Written by Tiffany Grierson Spring has arrived, and life is blooming all around us. Something about the sunshine and flowers feels extra special this year. For those that suffer from seasonal allergies, the joy of Spring is often mixed with some pain and discomfort. Thankfully, nature is always ready to provide us with a helping […]
The Surprising Benefits of Tongue Scraping
Written by Tiffany Grierson Is it a type of medieval torture or the next best thing to happen to your morning hygiene routine? I’m here to defend the latter. Tongue scraping 101 When it comes to overall health and wellness in our western culture, the tongue is a neglected piece of the puzzle. We use […]
Best Health and Wellness Apps to Download this Year, according to our readers
Written by Kashish Makker With polls done on Instagram (got to love technology!), we asked everyone for their favorite health apps they swear on. From HIIT apps to sleep trackers to meditation apps, everyone gave us some fantastic ideas that for sure made me run to the App Store to download. Activity Trackers: Nike Run […]
Local fitness instructors to follow
Written by Kashish Makker Almost everyone I know made a resolution this year to work on somebody goals: whether to get toner, build muscle, or simply just add some physical movement in their daily routine, we all know this is the year for change. Luckily, in the Jersey City/ Hudson County area, there are so […]
The COVID-19 vaccine: what we know and how to get it
The vaccine has made its introduction locally within the past month, prompting residents to wonder when they can get the vaccine or if they should get it at all. Whether you’re confused or just want to know what your options are, here’s what we know about the vaccine in Hudson County. The state has a […]
Meditation: Art of Living Usa
About 8 months ago, a young man named Suhail – bless his soul – messaged me via every social media platform to tell me about The Art Of Living, a meditation workshop that has completely changed his life around. He was a very enthusiastic student and I would politely say over and over, “Thank you, […]
5 meal deliveries to get you started on your health journey
If you’re looking for kickstart the year with healthy habits or just want to try some new foods this year, try out some meal plans offered in Jersey City! Here are 5 different meal deliveries in Jersey City to get you started. Whealth View this post on Instagram A post shared by WHEALTH KITCHEN (@whealth.kitchen) […]
Fit-Pea Checks Out Project Sculpt, Laura Hip Fit, Asana Soul Yoga
Life really does come full circle. As I mentioned in my Chicpea Styles post, the initial idea behind this platform 5 years ago was to focus on lifestyle topics like fashion, food, parenting, and fitness. Then it became everything but, and it focused primarily on Jersey City (which we obviously are continuing to do and […]
Health Update with a Local Nurse: The Importance of Exercise, Part 1
Everyone reading this already knows exercise is good for you, yet most of us don’t exercise as much as we should. There are several factors influencing this: not enough time, not enough motivation, and not enough knowledge, both about how important it really is and about how to get the most out of it. My […]
7 Gyms to Get Your Workout On in Jersey City
They say STRONG is the new SEXY – do you agree? If you’re trying to get fit but aren’t sure where or how to start, rest assured that you’ll find the right gym for you in Jersey City. Whether it’s dance-inspired workouts or any variety of mixed modal training, there is a gym and a […]
Health Update with a Local Nurse: Heart & Circulation
Like I mentioned in my first article, the heart is the second most important organ after your brain. That’s because it pumps blood all over the body constantly for your entire life. Blood is mostly water, which as you’ll recall is a nutrient itself, but it also serves as a liquid medium for all the […]
Health Update with a Jersey City Nurse: Nutrition Basics
As I mentioned previously, nutrition is poorly understood by most people. The reason for this is simple: it’s just really, really complicated. There are a huge number of different nutrients that all have their own function in the body. You need each one in a specific amount, and they interact with one another. So just […]
Pets of JC: Natural Healthcare for your Pets
Natural and holistic healthcare for humans has been around for centuries. However, acupuncture, homeopathies, meditation, massage, etc. have gained traction over the decade. With the recent CBD movement, even more craze around non-pharmaceutical approaches to our healthcare has blossomed. As our pets have made their way to the forefront of our daily lives, I was […]
Health Update with a Jersey City Nurse: Introduction to Your Body
Hello everyone! My name is James and I am a nurse working in Jersey City. I am honored to be writing articles on health for this blog, and I hope you will find what I have to say both interesting and useful. My goal is to use my knowledge and passion to help people live […]
JC Fitness Fair 2019 in Jersey City
Join JC Families and ChicpeaJC for their 2019 JC Fitness Fair, bringing all local fitness and health experts together. The JC Fitness Fair is an opportunity to meet local fitness professionals and health & wellness businesses. Use this day to find the perfect workout or re-ignite your interest in an old favorite! It’s all happening […]
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