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, […]
Interview with JC Native Mindfulness Guide, Brenda Ramos
Right before we entered lockdown, I left my job. I expected my job search to be difficult, but what I didn’t expect was a global pandemic to make it nearly impossible. In one interview, I was asked, “Do you have any family members that may have to rely on your care if they get sick?” […]
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 […]
Top 5 Wellness Tips for the Fall & Winter Season
The chill in the air and the crunchy leaves on the ground are our daily reminders that summer days are gone once again. Along with the excitement of holidays and the comfort of hot chocolate, we also have an opportunity to tune back into ourselves and our overall health and wellness. The seasonal transitions often […]
Is Collagen Worth the Hype?
Collagen is the latest supplement craze on the market. As usual, many are left wondering if all those reported benefits are real or just exaggerated hype. I’m going to give some general advice on supplements before we break down collagen. If you’re interested in any supplement or herbal remedy, the two most important factors will […]
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… […]
Meditations to Guide Your Spiritual Journey
Written by Erica Rodriguez This pandemic has caused high levels of stress and anxiety in many of us. Many of us are also experiencing prolonged feelings of grief and despair, which may be leading us to think more intentionally about our own purpose on this Earth, and what we should be doing with our short […]
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 […]
Struggling with mental health: the real pandemic
Written by Desirae Guzman As many of us are aware, thousands of Americans continue to experience mental health difficulties as we enter the second year of the pandemic. The fear and the isolation associated with the pandemic alone are responsible for a surge of anxiety and depression within the last year. Unfortunately, the facts and […]
5 Morning Meditations to Have the Best Days of Your Life
Written by Erica, Founder & CEO, Heart and Mind Center of Elizabeth Becoming a morning person was probably the biggest shift toward happiness that I’ve ever done in my life. Before it would take an early flight, a steaming cup of coffee, or internal dialogue listing the steps I needed to take to physically get […]
Life Can Get Hectic – Tips to Cope with Stress
Written by Jennifer Leon I’ve recently found myself under a huge amount of stress. I had deadlines, clients that needed press coverage, I had to do laundry, clean my apartment, text back my friends and family, food shop, work out and the list goes on. I was so stressed that instead of getting anything done […]
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 […]
(Pole) Dancing Queen: Caprice Burrell
“What if I fall? Oh, but my darling, what if you fly?” Girl, you might! ¯\_ (ツ)_/¯ Thanks to JLo’s 2019 Hustlers and Cardi B, many people have dipped into the world of pole dancing. While it may look easy and alluring to do, you soon find out how much strength and precision it takes […]
World’s Most Exotic Wellness Retreats
If you’re in need of an exotic vacation paired with full mind and body rejuvenation, then a luxurious wellness retreat just might be what you’re looking for! Though international travel is only just starting to heat up again, you’ll want to make note of your favorite retreats to add to your bucket list. Here are […]
18 women-owned beauty and wellness businesses in Jersey City
For National Women’s Small Business Month, we’re highlighting some local women-owned businesses. Support beauty, fashion, fitness, and wellness businesses in the area owned and operated by women! This is by no means a comprehensive list of the many women-owned businesses in the area. We just wanted to highlight some of our favorites in Jersey City! […]
6 Black-owned skincare businesses in Jersey City
Take care of your skin while supporting local businesses! Here are some great Black-owned businesses for all your skin care needs, from masks and facials to body butters and oils. Pholk Beauty View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pholk (@pholkbeauty) Pholk Beauty offers vegan and affordable skincare products including their Teatox mask […]
5 local businesses to support – weekly business spotlight
Every week, we are highlighting 5 local businesses you can support during this time! Check them out, share with a friend. Catch up check our previous small business highlights: April 14 | April 20 If you are a local business that would like to be included, please email editor@chicpeajc.com. Ready Strong Meals View this post […]
5 Local Businesses to Support – a weekly highlight
Every week we are highlighting 5 Local Businesses you can support during this time! Check them out! Share with a friend. To catch up check out last week’s 5 businesses that were featured! If you are a local business that would like to be included please email Editor@chicpeajc.com Jam Cakery Bio + how to support: […]