#athomewithnikisha

[nikishariley]

I like to switch up my drinking habits. Outside of just drinking water, tea, veggie fruit juices, and kombucha, I drink coconut water and love to add it to my smoothies. Drinking coconut water has so many healing properties and health benefits. If you don't like the taste of coconut water by itself you can add it to your smoothies. All coconut waters are not created equal there are some who's nutritional value just doesn't hold up. 🔻Avoid ones that are heat pasteurized, made from concentrate, have additives like sugar, non-organic, and are GMO.🔻 ✨Best coconut water brands are: Suja, Juice Press, Vital Juice, Unoco, Harmless Harvest, Liquitera, Exotic Superfoods. You can find these at Whole Foods or other natural food stores in the refrigerated section. 🔸Benefits are🔸 -Great for when you work out or you have a hangover because it promotes electrolyte balance and hydration. -Remedy for muscle cramps constipation anxiety and PMS -Supplies energy -Improves blood circulation -It's alkalizing -Enhances the immune system -Great source of vitamin C, B complex, magnesium, manganese, and calcium -Contains cytokines which have anti-aging and anti-carcinogenic affects slowing down the growth of cancer cells -Good source of antioxidants -Natural diuretic -Relieves constipation -Helps reduce food cravings -Helps balance blood sugar -Contains trans-zeatin which can be used to treat Alzheimer's disease or dementia If you drink coconut water kefir (fermented coconut water) : -Feeds friendly gut bacteria -stop sugar cravings -Prevents eczema flare ups -Balances hormones -Gets rid of heavy metals in the body #benefitsofcoconutwater #coconutwater #livinghealthy #athomewithnikisha

[seunthorpe]

#Repost @nikishabrunson with @repostapp ・・・ If you want to help burn belly fat there are a ton of healthy foods along with consistent exercise that will help do that. And honestly way too many to list. Just know that if you're eating anything healthy, you're most likely helping to burn belly fat. So I composed a list of foods to avoid. And being realistic avoid doesn't mean "never" it just means most of the time. I do treat myself to ice cream and junk food, a few times a month so I don't end up binging. But you need to know how your body stores fat and metabolizes it because everyone is different. Maybe I can eat 2 donuts in a month and it won't effect me the way another person could just look at it and gain weight. The good news is, there are a ton of yummy healthy alternatives out there. There are no shortcuts and it does take discipline so take it day to day. Your eating habits won't change over night. And remember that exercise, drinking a ton of water, and taking supplements is a must. I'll share more as time goes on. But here are the foods to avoid to burn belly fat: High fructose corn syrup brownies ice cream donuts cake cookies white flour pasta rice bread transfat (check your labels) french fries onion rings fried foods soda white sugar or sugar in general high fructose corn syrup (check your labels) candy ***side note: the news did confirm there was arsenic found in all rice! 🙆🏽😩 #healthyliving #FoodsToAvoidToBurnBellyFat #BurnBellyFat #athomewithnikisha #ItsAboutALifeStyleNotADiet

[ijoswil]

#Repost @urbanbushbabes with @repostapp Get your healthiest skin by finding out what oils are best for your skin type. I always get asked what I use on my skin to make it look so healthy and glowing, and surprisingly I actually haven’t always had healthy skin. During my high school years and some bouts in my early 20’s I had acne which I’m sure was hormonal and stress related. My skin is still super oily and prone to getting clogged. When I started eating better, getting a good nights rest (noticed I said night, not day), living a stress free life and using all natural oils, my skin became healthy. I’ve researched a ton over the years as part of what I love to do and found out some amazing information. Things that might seem counter intuitive, like putting oil on already oily skin, or skin that’s prone to breakouts. So here is some great info that can get you started on your journey to your healthiest skin, and it starts with some questions like; what is your skin type? What are the best carrier oils for your skin type? What are the benefits of using carrier oils over moisturizing creams? (I’ve also included oils that are best for eczema and psoriasis). Read my latest article on Urbanbushbabes.com! Follow my personal Instagram @nikishabrunson Photo by my hubby @carlbrunson #bestoilforskin #skintypes #healthyskin #healthyskincare #athomewithnikisha

[wwsinsta]

#wwsplaces via @urbanbushbabes Watch me make coconut rice and beans in my kitchen. Video is on Urbanbushbabes.com now! Follow my personal Instagram 👉@nikishabrunson #coconutriceandbeans #jamaicanrecipe #halfyardygal #athomewithnikisha

[seunthorpe]

#Repost @nikishabrunson with @repostapp ・・・ ▫️Benefits of Topical Magnesium (magnesium chloride) using magnesium lotion, magnesium oil, or magnesium flakes. Magnesium Chloride is not the same as the magnesium found in Epsom salt which is magnesium sulfate. Magnesium Chloride is a more powerful and beneficial magnesium.▫️ Magnesium facilitates nutrient absorption, it’s involved in energy production, detoxification and protein synthesis. It keeps your heart beating regularly and your muscles and nervous system working properly. It supports a healthy immune system, regulates blood sugar levels and helps to maintain strong bones and healthy teeth.“Magnesium is the most critical mineral required for electrical stability of every cell in the body. A magnesium deficiency may be responsible for more disease than any other nutrient.” One of the best ways to get magnesium into the body is through the skin. Transdermal magnesium bypasses the digestive tract, making the nutrient more bioavailable without the danger of over-doing it. The body self-regulates and absorbs only what it needs. Great to use before and after exercising or playing sports. Benefits from transdermal magnesium: * Decreased hypertension. * Faded age spots * Smoothed wrinkles * Muscle aches and pains * Less arthritic pain when massaged onto joints * Stronger tooth enamel when sprayed into the mouth * Improved sleep * Improved energy production Improved memory * Decreased cramp pain * Help with anxiety * Increased DHEA levels (A biomarker for aging) * Help with vertigo and confusion * Calming effect for those with autism. ✨I have been using Life-Flo Magnesium products. #magnesium #magnesiumoil #magnesiumlotion #magnesiumflakes #magnesiumchloride #athomewithnikisha

[nikishariley]

Now if you're gonna do pink, blush is the grown up way to go. This beautiful kimono dress by @daturastudio makes me feel so feminine and like a boss at the same time. This was another outfit from my Austin Closet for @manrepeller. Head to Manrepeller.com to see what else I wore for a week and where I got everything! #manrepellerXnikisha #athomewithnikisha #athome

[nikishariley]

Afternoon light in my breakfast nook trying to look cute for my hubby @carlbrunson in my new favorite hat. #biltmorehat #ineedtowatermyplants #gonnaliveinthishat #helovesmeinhats #athomewithnikisha

[nikishariley]

Drinking wine and just finished some artwork for my studio. I call this one "Sea Glass". Now I'm gonna season my chicken for tomorrow. I hope you guys are having a relaxed Christmas Eve. 🐚 #myart #abstractart #mystudio #folieapothecary #folie #athomewithnikisha

[nikishariley]

It's facial night! I'm taking care of my skin using my Folie French Rose Clay Face Soap, then my gentle Rose+Chamomile Facial Scrub, and then applying my Prickly Pear Face Serum. This keeps my face glowing and refreshed. Nikishabrunson.tumblr.com #FolieApothecary #folieapothecaryonetsy #allnaturalskincare #allnaturalhaircare #sensitiveskin #acneproneskin #oilyskin #dryskin #athomewithnikisha

[nikishariley]

I usually never like make up on my face because it always makes me look too harsh. But today's makeup for @shop_aro upcoming lookbook was bomb!!! She kept it so natural! Emily where you at?! #athomewithnikisha

[nikishariley]

Gotta wash this hair and I don't feel like it. I decided to dry detangle today. But now that I think of it, what's the point if it gets tangled again during shampooing. I'm gonna use one of my Folie shampoo bars that I make, deep condition, and then do an apple cider vinegar rinse. 😩🍘 #athomewithnikisha #curlyhairproblems #naturalhairproblems

[nikishariley]

I minimally styled my new coffee table today while doing ten other tasks at the same time. I'm not sure how effective that is, but that's just the way my adhd brain works. I've totally accepted it and embraced it. Now back to whittling down this huge to do list. It feels so good to be home. 🙆🏽 #minimalist #athomewithnikisha #adhdproblems #minimalinteriors

[nikishariley]

Happy Anniversary to my husband @carlbrunson. Thinking back to the time I met you 8 years ago and we were just friends working on music together…Lord knows I was a mess and had a ton of growing to do. But look at us now! Look at what God has done and is still doing! I’m blown away by how much you love me and have always put me before yourself. You’ve never made me cry (only tears of joy) and have always protected and taken care of my heart with a gentleness I’ve never known. I learn everyday what love is through our marriage. I’ve learned it’s about giving up ones self daily for the other person. It’s sacrificial and not emotive. It teaches us to be vulnerable everyday. It exposes where we are weak so we can become strong. It transforms us to be more selfless instead of selfish. I’ve never felt so free and so myself until encountering your love. I’ve become my best self because of your love, your commitment, your prayers, your leadership, your support and your encouragement. Our love isn’t explainable without God, and I don’t ever want it to be. So here’s to 3 years of marriage and going strong! Thank you for being the only person on this planet who truly understands me. And thank you for magnifying my world. “Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” -Ecclesiastes 4:12 You can watch our wedding video by clicking the link in my bio! Photo by @radandinlove. #happyanniversary #3yrweddinganniversary #bigsurwedding #bigsur #beachwedding #godisgood #godlymarriage #athomewithnikisha (at Big Sur, California)

[ijoswil]

#Repost @urbanbushbabes with @repostapp Reminding myself after conversations with my husband @carlbrunson and my best friend @sanetrastew that I don't always have to be busy. We live in a world where society praises busyness and frowns on anyone living a slower paced and more balanced life, because busy means your grinding. I believe you miss out on enjoying the actual journey when you're always so focused on getting to the next goal and grinding all the time. You end up regretting it when you get older. I have to remind myself daily that I don't have to live like the world lives and it's ok to do things differently. I need my time with God and where I slow down and block out all the noise so I can hear from Him. I need time to enjoy my loved ones and to love on people who are less fortunate. I want to enjoy every moment of my journey, even the tough parts. I don't want to live for goals I've set for myself to then just set even more goals. Don't get me wrong, I'm not encouraging people to not set goals, plan, and not to put in the hard work. I'm encouraging myself and others not to make goals and grinding your idol (your whole life). We have to consciously prioritize and balance things out everyday. I'm so grateful for these reminders because it's so easy to get caught up in this fast paced world we live in. Follow me on my personal Instagram 👉🏽 @nikishabrunson Photo by @nicolemlakar #athomewithnikisha #blessed #idols

[nikishariley]

P I N K L E M 🍋 N A D E Photo by Nikisha Brunson #pinklemons #minimalist #minimalistphotography #athomewithnikisha

[nikishariley]

One of my favorite spots here in Austin is @JuicelandAustin! Last summer they had a monthly special smoothie called Cocochata and I fell in love, but unfortunately they stopped making it once the month was up. I was so bummed I knew I had to recreate it. My version of the recipe called Creamy Coconut Smoothie is on the blog now at www.pineapple.life ... and from what I remember of the taste I think I nailed it! #coconutsmoothie #vegansmoothie #atx #athomewithnikisha