holistic living – Page 8

I have this thing with shoes

Published on May 5, 2017May 4, 2017 by soreiyaLeave a comment

Hi Everyone!

May is one of my favourite months of the year. The days start to get longer, the sun shines a little brighter and I can finally trade in my winter boots for some fabulous footwear. With shoes on the brain, my mood board for May reflects my current mindset as we move into the warmer months. Enjoy!

Photo credit: http://www.theyallhateus.com, http://www.marieclaire.com, @thezoereport,@25Park, @define_haute, @thestreetograph, @londonstreetstyle, http://www.instyle.com, http://www.pinterest.com

I hope that you have a fabulous weekend! ❤️XXS

Inspiring Interior

Published on March 21, 2017March 19, 2017 by soreiyaLeave a comment

Hi Everyone!

Today is the first day of spring, but thanks to a snow storm last week there is still a ton of snow on the ground. Winter may be on it’s way out but it seems determined to not go quietly. Normally, by this time of year I am winter weary and dreaming of the warmer weather but this year I have decided to enjoy the last few weeks (hopefully not longer) of winter weather by taking some time to slow down, to nest and breathe.

Today’s Inspiring Interior is reflective of my current, more relaxed state of mind. Located in Stockholm, this apartment is the epitome of chic yet understated Scandinavian design. Large windows offer beautiful views of the city while drenching the apartment in natural light. The colour palate is a sophisticated neutral combination of greys, whites, creams, blacks and light wood. Designed by the talented Pella Hedeby, this apartment is the perfect refuge for a winter weary soul like me. A girl can dream…..

Images via http://www.nordicdesign.ca

I hope that you have a fabulous day! XXS

Hot Chia Oats

Published on March 16, 2017March 16, 2017 by soreiyaLeave a comment

I often motivate myself to get out of bed in the mornings with plans about what I am going to eat for breakfast. While I don’t often have a lot of time in the AM, I have developed an arsenal of quick breakfast recipes that are quick, delicious and easy.

Oatmeal has been one of my favourite breakfast foods for a number of years. It is delicious, healthy and filling – a total winner in my book. Recently though I decided to up my oatmeal game. Combined with one of my favourite superfoods chia seeds, lightly sweetened with some raw honey and topped with fruit (blueberries are my favourite) and a drizzle of almond butter, it may be super simple but hot chia oats is my new breakfast obsession.

You can make this recipe two ways – you can combine the ingredients in a jar or bowl the night before and store it in the refrigerator as a ready to eat cold breakfast the next morning, but my favourite way is to make it hot. There is something comforting and nourishing about a hot breakfast (especially oatmeal) in the morning and this hot chia oats dish tastes indulgent but is filled with nourishing and nutritious ingredients. Love! Love! Love!

Hot Chia Oats (serves 1)

1/4 cup of oats

1 – 1 1/2 tablespoons of chia seeds

1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk (or whichever type of milk you prefer)

1 teaspoon of raw honey or maple syrup (you can adjust the sweetness to your own taste)

pinch of cinnamon

Directions

Combine everything but the honey in a small pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally

Once the chia oat mixture starts to boil, remove from heat and stir in the raw honey (if using maple syrup, you can add it in while the oatmeal is still on the heat)

Top with fruit and your favourite nut butter

Enjoy!!!!!

I hope that you have a beautiful day! XXS

4 Reasons Why Chia Seeds Should Be A Staple In Your Diet

Published on March 14, 2017March 13, 2017 by soreiyaLeave a comment

Hi Everyone!

There are a handful of foods and spices that I consider staples in my diet. They support my health and nutritional goals and keep me looking and feeling great. One food that I have loved from the first time that I tried it was chia seeds. These little tiny seeds deliver many health and beauty benefits, so I am often surprised how few people actually eat them on a regular basis.

Native to Mexico, chia seeds was commonly eaten by the Aztecs and the Mayans to help support them through long journeys and during battles. This tiny little seed is a food powerhouse that provides many vitamins and minerals along with energy, which is much needed to power through long and challenging days. Here are my top four favourite reasons why you should regularly include chia seeds in your diet:

It’s no secret that I love foods that help me to look good and chia seeds is one of my beautifying favourites. Chia seeds are incredibly high in antioxidants which helps to repair free radical damage from the inside out along with helping to prevent premature aging of the skin.
Bowel movements are not the pleasant topics to discuss but let’s face it – it is important and completely necessary to good health. Chia seeds are high in dietary fibre (2 tbsp = 11g of fibre), which helps to promote regularity and a healthy stool.
Chia seeds help to support dietary and weight loss goals as they are filling without a lot of calories. This will keep you from overindulging later on and avoid any post binge guilt that you may feel.
Chia seeds are a good source of Omega-3 which helps to tame any inflammation that you may have in your body. The western diet is filled with many pro-inflammatory so any food that can help to combat this is something that you want to include in your diet.

Please note that chia seeds should not be consumed dry as it can be hazardous and potentially cause choking. When mixed with a liquid it expands and becomes a gel similar to tapioca. It makes a great binder as a replacement for eggs in baking and it is a wonderful addition to smoothies. For a refreshing energy boost I like to stir a tablespoon of chia seeds into a glass of coconut water and drink it (once the seeds have gelled).

What is your favourite way to include chia seeds in your diet?

I hope that you have a fabulous day! XXS

Bags and Blooms

Published on March 9, 2017March 9, 2017 by soreiyaLeave a comment

Hi Everyone!

I can’t believe that it is already March! It feels like this year is just zipping by! While we have experienced a few beautiful days here in Montreal, I can’t wait for the warmer weather and lighter clothing options. One my favourite things to do is to build mood boards filled with things that make me smile – fabulous fashion shots, inspirational quotes, delicious food and anything else that makes me happy.

While many may think that fashion shots are an odd choice for a wellness blog, I humbly disagree. Wellness is about healthy eating and living but it is also about embracing things that feed your soul and for me fashion just happens to be one of the things that makes me incredibly happy.

So without further adieu here are some of the shots that I am thriving on at the moment: