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 other vital substances to move freely through our circulatory system. These … [Read more...]
Health Update with a Jersey City Nurse: Nutrition Basics
by James Mueser
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 about any bodily ailment can be the result of nutrition … [Read more...]
Pets of JC: Natural Healthcare for your Pets
By: Jennifer Belcher and Felicity the Chiweenie
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 wondering … [Read more...]
Health Update with a Jersey City Nurse: Introduction to Your Body
Written by James Mueser
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 longer, happier lives through better health practices. I’ll start with an overview of the different … [Read more...]
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 on May 18th from 10AM to 1PM … [Read more...]
Tips for Buying CBD
Sponsored by: So CBD
I am super excited to announce that I am involved in an exciting new venture. As you all know, health and wellness is super important to me and something we talk a lot about on the blog. I started using CBD a little over a year ago to help calm my nerves, help me sleep, and I also use it for pain management. There are SO many benefits to using CBD. That is why when partners in … [Read more...]
Journey to Abs: Diet & Fitness Q&A
A month ago, I asked my followers and readers to send me their health and fitness questions. The most common inquiry I got was what was my typical week like, how often I train and what I eat on a daily basis, and what helped me achieve my goals. Now first thing – what works for me might not work for you. I figured out through many years of trial and tribulations what my body … [Read more...]
Letter from Chicpea: How I Regained Control of My Body & Found Inner Peace
I get asked a lot about how I stay in shape and look great at my age. I do have articles coming up specifically about health and fitness from my perspective but before I delve into those things, it’s really important to share my struggles and inner issues that led me to make huge changes in my life, which consequently contributed to my “Glow Up." I really think and believe … [Read more...]
Free Yoga with Jessica Namit
Join Jessica Namit for yoga on Sundays in Lincoln Park, Jersey City. These classes are FREE! Be sure to bring a mat/towel and any other yoga props you'd like (block, blanket, etc). Open to all levels. Beginners welcome. Starting in June, classes will be held outdoors as part of the Farmers Market at Lincoln Park. For more info: jessicanamit.com … [Read more...]
Top 5 Healthy Meal Deliveries in Jersey City
When working on your new health & fitness goals in the new year, it's important to focus on the foods you're eating and making sure you're getting all your nutritional needs through a balanced diet. Healthy meal deliveries can be a great way to start organizing your diet. Here are our top picks! Graze & Braise https://www.instagram.com/p/BrSfDNHFJRj/ Graze & … [Read more...]
Local Businesses to Support on Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday is on November 24th! A bunch of small businesses in Jersey City are throwing events and having sales for the day, and we have a few underrated or recently opened shops in the area. Don't know where to start? We have you covered! Shop local, stock up on some goodies, and get your gifts ready for the holidays! Home Goods, Gifts, and Hobbies WORD … [Read more...]
Healthier Pumpkin Muffins
JC Dishes Lightened Up!
Fall always makes me want to bake, but sometimes my motivation isn’t quite enough to see me through a huge, complicated baking project. With all the fun fall activities to do locally, I’m looking for quick recipes that don’t require too much time so that I can head back out again. One of my favorite techniques for quick baking is to take a premade mix and make it my own by … [Read more...]
Free Yoga in Lincoln Park
Join Jessica Namit for outdoor yoga on Sundays in Lincoln Park, Jersey City. These classes are free! Be sure to bring a mat/towel and any other yoga props you'd like (block, blanket, etc). We meet between St. Aloysius Church (West Side Ave and Belmont Ave) and the fountain. Open to all levels. Beginners welcome! These classes are part of the Farmers Market at … [Read more...]