Water Tok...But Make It Healthy

Hi loves,

So I wrote a whole story on IG about how, sadly, Sucralose disrupts the gut microbiome and causes our “metabolism” to drastically slow down and actually can kill off our good gut microbes that contribute to glowing skin and our microbes that support our mental health.

When I learned that I quit ALL Sucralose cold turkey.

This meant getting rid of all Sucralose containing products and you would be SURPRISED how many things in your house touted as “healthy” contain this harmful ingredient.

I am still recovering from being annoyed by the fact many “health” companies choose to use this cheap, garbage ingredient that isn’t necessary.

Anyway,

Immediately I began looking for a solu-lu to our issue.

What’s a girl with a sweet tooth (from a disrupted biome) to do when the craving hits?

Then it came to me.

Let’s make it healthy with benefits and taste like a treat.

In comes my obsession with Pique Tea which you can now buy from my affiliate link to help support the channel & blog HERE.

Why not have endless health benefits while sipping on something that tastes good and GOOD FOR YOU?! Genius.

This got me thinking about other options too.

I remember being fascinated by the boom of “water Tok” which is basically women and their Stanleys putting combos of syrups into water to create water that tastes good so naturally you drink more.

Pretty genius except the brands most people are using contain Sucralose.

I looked over the internet to find other options and will link my favorite stevia options below.

My Stoney Clover Is filled with green teas and stevia options

This is the mixed pack options I love for on the go sweetener to flavor water when I am really craving something sweet.

AMAZON linked HERE

I find just 1-2 squirts in sparkling water when out with friends or at a restaurant also help me to not feel the need to order a drink.

If you have watched my Youtube video on my gut health journey you’ll know I gave up liquor a month ago and do NOT plan on going back to it.

The green tea and Pique teas in general help me to not give in to sugar cravings or drinking when out.

I feel I have finally found beneficial, beautifying options that are ENJOYABLE.

I hope this helps you guys on your journey!

<3 Celia

DEAR ORLANDO FOODIES...

Dinner at Illume at JW Marriott, Orlando, FL.

Hi friends, Celia here.

I don’t know a single soul who doesn’t love a good meal with BREATHTAKING views.

What’s even better is when the food is just as worthy as the “golden hour” moment lighting and the presentation is next level which is what we found at this fun spot in Orlando called Illume, located at the JW Marriott.

If you’re a contemporary asian food lover this is a fantastic choice for a date night, girls night out or just a post work happy hour.

We arrived early for our reservation so we went to the expansive bar (that had sparkling whiskey on tap!) got drinks and headed out to the balcony to sit and enjoy the views…and snap a few photos for the gram.

We had a fantastic dinner and I enjoyed that they had many allergy friendly recommendations and accommodations as I have Celiac disease and have to be mindful of the menu when I go to eat they were very reassuring and we had absolutely no issues whatsoever.

Have you been to Illume?

Gluten free sushi at illume, JW Marriott

The beautiful menu