Category Archives: Health

Original G·E·M·S Life: 8 Ways To Show GRATITUDE This Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 24, 2020 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has 3 Comments on Original G·E·M·S Life: 8 Ways To Show GRATITUDE This Thanksgiving!

We adore this energizing, inspiring holiday. Let it be a day of total GRATITUDE: for family, friendships, abundant delicious foods, and vibrant health. An all-nourishing kind of day – the body and soul. Don’t take it for granted…gratitude makes you GLOW.

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Last week we shared our Original G·E·M·S Life, a recipe to Shine Brighter. We SPELLED it out very simply: select a practice that resonates with you from each of the four Original G·E·M·S categories: Gratitude, Eat Clean, Move, and Shine. The first category is Gratitude. How appropriate that we begin the Original G·E·M·S Life just days before the biggest gratitude day of the year.

To make this a GEM-my Thanksgiving, embrace these small acts of kindness that will result in an elevated feeling of gratitude for all your blessings of abundance.

8 Ways Original G·E·M·S Show GRATITUDE for Thanksgiving

DECORATE. Adorn your table with words and photos of gratitude.
VOLUNTEER. Find ways to serve someone less fortunate.
EMBRACE. Invite someone who would welcome the company.
SHARE. Share extras with a neighbor, a friend, or someone in need.
EXPRESS. Thank the top 5 people who have made a positive influence on your life. Tell them why.
GIVE. Make a donation to the North Texas Food Bank, or any other local non-profit organization.
EXEMPLIFY. Provide guests with cards they can write down what they are grateful for.
JUST BECAUSE. Bring a busy friend a turmeric latte or elevated coffee on Wednesday morning as they prep for the big day.

And don’t forget, dear GEMS:

CENTER YOURSELF. The holidays, even with all their glitter and excitement, can be emotionally draining. Family dynamics, loneliness, financial issues, and just the intense chaos of it all can be overwhelming. Take some time for yourself the night before to decompress. We need to take care of ourselves first!

We are most grateful for you, our dear GEMS—for your support, your passion for better health, your smiles, and your kind words we hear from you daily. Have a gratitude and laughter filled, healthy Thanksgiving. We love you, GEMs! See you back for more GEM goodness soon.

Jump Into Original G·E·M·S Life!

Shine Brighter all the time with an Original G·E·M·S Life, a daily playbook founded on The GEM’s founding principles. Jump on our disco train and commit daily to just one practice in each of the categories, Gratitude, Eat Clean, Move, and Shine. Add in more practices and grow with the program when you’re ready and create your own Original G·E·M·S Life! Get started today!

Let us know what practices you love, and share your ideas for other practices on our social media accounts on Instagram and Facebook!

Embrace the Original G·E·M·S Life!

Posted on November 16, 2020 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has 9 Comments on Embrace the Original G·E·M·S Life!

The Original G·E·M·S Life program starts today.

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They say it takes 21 days to make a habit — and if those habits are positive ones, it will create a happier and healthier life. The Original G·E·M·S Life consists of simple daily practices that have been part of The GEM since its founding 10 years ago.

4 Letters = 1 Recipe to Shine Brighter

Sounds too good to be true? Well, friends, it’s for real! We know through experience that if you set your intention to grow by implementing positive practices, you attract positive results. You emerge as shinier, stronger, Original G·E·M·S.

Create Your Own Original G·E·M·S Life

We SPELL it out for you. Commit to your own Original G·E·M·S Life on the daily! Simply select one practice that resonates with you from one or all of all of the four Original G·E·M·S categories: Gratitude, Eat Clean, Move, and Shine. Commit to doing it daily for a week, then a month (and eventually forever). Add on more when you’re ready, and watch the transformation begin!

A typical Original G·E·M·S day may consist of

GRATITUDE: Complete a morning gratitude list.
EAT CLEAN: Add an extra serving of organic greens to each meal.
MOVE: Simple stretching and breathing exercises for 15 minutes.
SHINE: Take Natural Calm at bedtime to support a good night’s sleep.

If you miss a day, don’t stress. Just get back on the disco train and start again. This program doesn’t have an end point — the goal is growth, positivity, and your intention to Shine Brighter.

Start. Commit. Grow.

Why is this important to your personal growth? The GEM evolved out of my own personal health crisis — a challenge that seemed more powerful than I had the strength to endure. Yet I emerged stronger and brighter because I discovered and embraced habits of health and happiness as a WAY OF LIFE—The G·E·M·S Life. And since then, we’ve watched so many of you do the same at The GEM! We can’t wait to see so many more with this program!

Original G·E·M·S Shine Brighter, Shine Together

Join us now, and stay the course! We’re all Original G·E·M·S, and we’ve been on this journey together since day one. Dive into the program on our easy-to-start, easy-to-follow detail page and see you can shine into action.

Let us know what practices you love, and share your ideas for other practices on our social media accounts on Instagram and Facebook!

Inside Our Ingredients (And Why ORGANIC Matters!)

Posted on October 22, 2020 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has Comments Off on Inside Our Ingredients (And Why ORGANIC Matters!)

Here’s our hot take, GEMs; Living an #HonestlyOrganic lifestyle means choosing only the BEST for your body. No pesticides, no GMOs, no kidding.

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Being conscious of where our food comes from offers long-term benefits for both body and mind. When you choose organic, you unleash the superpowers of clean, whole foods that produce a positive environment on our insides AND on our earth.

We’re committed to providing you with Honestly Organic ingredients to help you on your path toward healthier living. Here’s the lowdown on each of our ingredients inside The GEM.

THE HEALTHY SCOOP ON OUR HONESTLY ORGANIC INGREDIENTS

Almonds: A good source of manganese and copper, and high in health-promoting fats associated with reduced risk of heart disease.
Apples: High in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and soluble fiber. An apple a day…
Bananas: Rich in Vitamin B6 and C, plus a good source of fiber, magnesium and potassium. They make our GEM smoothies super rich and creamy!
Beets: supports healing and detoxification of the liver and kidneys, and helps stimulate the lymph system, flushing out fatty deposits.
Blueberries: An incredible antioxidant cancer-fighting, cardiovascular health-promoting super fruit.
Carrots: High in vitamin A, offering optimal immune support and healing properties. stimulates a fat-flushing reaction in your system.
Cashews: Great source for healthy dairy alternative, provides a wide array of health benefits and is high in B vitamins, magnesium and copper.
Cayenne: This anti-inflammatory spice stimulates circulation, increases metabolism and neutralizes acidity in the body,
Celery: This anti-inflammatory heals the gut, purifies the blood, strengthens the bones, and lowers blood pressure.
Chia Seeds: high in iron, calcium, antioxidants and omega-3s.
Chlorophyll: Boosts the immune system, cleanses the digestive tract, the liver and the blood. Found in all leafy greens. An amazing natural defense against the effects of stress.
Cinnamon: Regulates the body’s blood sugar levels, and rich in trace minerals, iron, calcium, and quality dietary fiber.
Cucumber: A natural diuretic that aids in kidney, liver and pancreatic detoxification, helps regulate blood pressure. Incredibly alkalizing!
Coconut Butter: Contains healthy, healing, MCT fats–considered a rare and important building block of every cell in the human body. Boosts immunity, kills bacteria and viruses, protects against cancer, heart disease and promotes calcium absorption. Great for skin radiance.
Dates: High in fiber, Vitamin A, magnesium, and antioxidants.
Ginger: aids digestion and circulation while reducing inflammation and nausea. It is the ultimate ally in fighting nasty cold and flu symptoms. Also considered to have anti-cancer properties.
Hemp: rich in protein and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins A, E, B-12 and folic acid, and is rich in magnesium, potassium, iron and magnesium.
Kale: contains more readily absorbed calcium than milk. Rich in lutein and beta-carotene, major anti-cancer phytochemicals playing a role against cancer, heart disease, and certain age-related chronic diseases. The detox benefits of chlorophyll alone make this one of the MVPs of kale nutrients.
Lemon: stimulates the digestive system, purifies the liver and clears out toxins. a natural antiseptic—clearing bad bacteria out of the system. Incredibly alkalizing.
Maca: Nutritionally dense super-food rich in B vitamins (energy),Beneficial for hormonal problems including PMS, menopause, and hot flashes. Best known for improving libido and sexual function, especially in men. For this reason, it’s earned the nickname “nature’s Viagra.”
Mango: Rich in dietary fiber, potassium and antioxidant compounds, and has been found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers.
Maple Syrup: contains 54 different antioxidants.
Orange: rich in Vitamin C, plus plenty of fiber!
Pomegranate: rich phytochemicals that fight certain cancers
Sea Salt: Naturally alkalizing with many essential trace minerals your body needs.
Spinach: This chlorophyll-rich green is loaded with Calcium, Lutein, Folic Acid, Vitamin K and Iron. Spinach is also rich in Vitamin C, fiber and carotenoids. Spinach is a nutritional powerhouse.
Turmeric: Fights infection, reduces joint inflammation, and treats digestive problems like bloating and gas. Also provides super protection against breast, prostate, skin and colon cancer.

Living an #HonestlyOrganic lifestyle means choosing only the BEST for your body. No pesticides, no GMOs, no kidding. Going organic is your best weapon against disease, and the key to living a healthier, happier life. We’re living proof! Questions about our ingredients? Come visit today!

Supplement Your Way to SHINE — Our Top Recommendations!

Posted on October 8, 2020 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has Comments Off on Supplement Your Way to SHINE — Our Top Recommendations!

The right supplements give your body the turbo boost it needs to stay healthy and strong. BUT! All supplements aren’t created equal. Because of this, we’ve compiled our full guide to must-have supplements, just for you.

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Getting the right nutrients used to come easier. Today, soil depletion, industrial farming, pesticides, and the air itself puts a HUGE strain on our food supply (and our bodies)! The right kind of supplements give your body the turbo boost it needs to stay healthy and strong. But all supplements aren’t created equal. Fortunately, we’ve got the good ones at The GEM and can coach you on what to look for.

Six GEM-Approved Supplements To Save the Day

MULTIVITAMIN. Look for vitamins naturally derived from food, and preferably organic ingredients. We carry some awesome brands for men, women, pre- or post-menopausal, prenatal and more.
PROBIOTICS. Fact: 70 percent of our immune system is housed in our digestive tract—which can be compromised by stress, poor eating, and antibiotics. The right kind of probiotics replenish healthy bacteria, improving digestion and overall mental and physical health.
VITAMIN D3. This multitasker supports immune function and can reduce your risk of breast cancer by as much as 50 percent! It aids calcium absorption and plays a central role in muscle function.
OMEGA 3 FISH OIL. Omega 3s greatly reduce inflammation in your body, support brain and heart function, and treat rheumatoid arthritis, depression, and ADHD. It’s our all-star anti-inflammation supplement.
TURMERIC BLEND. With a mix of potent detoxifiers, our blend amps up the body’s natural ability to remove harmful compounds and decrease inflammation.
COLLAGEN. Talk about a badass Fountain of Youth: It gives our skin strength and elasticity, lines our digestive tract, and forms the building blocks of joints and tendons. However, collagen production slows as we age. Alleviate the sagging skin, digestive issues and joint pain with consistent supplementation!

Want better overall health? Optimal brain function? Stronger immune system? Supplements help your body REPLENISH the necessary amount of dietary nutrients it needs EVERY DAY! This benefit is so vitally important, especially if you’re skipping meals or, worse, eating over-processed foods on the run! But remember—supplements are just ONE important component of a healthy, GEMMy lifestyle that includes the right amount of exercise, sleep and better nutrition. So stop by and stock up on your supplements today!

10 Teen-Approved HEALTHY Summer Snacks

Posted on August 7, 2020 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has Comments Off on 10 Teen-Approved HEALTHY Summer Snacks

Those hungry teenagers eating you out of house and home? Don’t order Dominos just yet! We’ve got a few yummy, homemade ideas to keep them happy on snacks that are filling, fun and most importantly, HEALTHY.

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The biggest key to eating healthy is to BE PREPARED! When you hit the grocery store or visit The GEM, pick up these staples to keep on hand for when hunger strikes this summer.

10 Summer Snacks For Hungry & Healthy Teens

CHIP DIP STATION! Siete Tortilla chips surrounded with a fun array of dips! Siete also makes an amazing, plant-based queso blanco that is really tasty! Add guacamole, GEM Pico, Rick’s Salsa, and GEM Jalapeno Pesto. Don’t forget our Badass 3 Bean Salad with corn chip dippers, too!
VEGGIE PLATE with carrots, cucumbers, sugar snap peas, red bell pepper, grape tomatoes. Add a ramekin of our GEM Hummus, Ranch AND Jalapeño Pesto for the best dipping trio. The secret is to douse the carrot medallions and cucumbers with lots of fresh lime juice and sea salt. Don’t skip over this one! It’s magic.
SMOOTHIES. Pick up a few frozen smoothie kits from The GEM (our Maui GEM with pineapple, banana, orange and coconut is a crowd pleaser), or make your own at home with this perfectly simple, lightning-fast recipe:
- Add 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of pomegranate juice, 1 frozen banana, 1.5 cup of fruit to the blender and ENJOY! Frozen, organic strawberries and blueberries work best.
ITALIAN PLATTER with chunks of parmesan cheese, nitrate free salami (my kids like Naturalissimo Milano style), Milton GF crackers, gherkin pickles, grape tomatoes sprinkled with sea salt, hummus topped with basil pesto. BAM!
FROZEN PEANUT BUTTER BANANA SLICES. Sandwich your favorite brand of organic peanut butter in between sliced bananas, then freeze. Dip in melted chocolate for an added treat.
FROZEN GRAPES (Warning: highly addicting snack!). Simply freeze and eat!
AVOCADO TOAST sprinkled with cayenne, sea salt, and a little lemon, served on grain bread (Killer Dave’s makes the best!). Cut into quarters. PRO TIP: Let your avocados ripen on the counter, then put in the fridge—they will keep for much longer!
GRANOLA PARFAITS. What’s cool about these is you can make a few in small, 6-oz. mason jars and your teens can pop them out whenever they are ready! Here’s how we assemble them:
- Begin with a little granola on bottom, layer with plain Greek yogurt—or try an amazing dairy-free, plant-based option like from Kite Hill or Siggi’s. Milk & Patience is local and has the most amazing vegan yogurts, too!
- Layer berries. Raspberries, sliced strawberries, blueberries…don’t be shy!
- Add more granola. One of our favorite granola brands Park Lane Pantry, a local company with amazing flavors—including a new chocolate flavor, too!
- Top with a drizzle of maple syrup, honey or agave, a little extra fruit, and enjoy!
EDAMAME. Just pour the frozen bag into boiling water for a couple minutes, drain, and add coarse sea salt. Try sprinkling with Trader Joe’s Chili Lime Salt.
BONUS SNACK IDEAS! Always have these items on hand for when you find yourself in a pinch:
- Hard boiled eggs.
- Nut butter with apples.
- Organic popcorn made with coconut oil and sea salt.

Give yourself a variety of choices and healthy snacking doesn’t have to be boring. Whether it’s one or two of these each week, make it a habit of stashing a few of these items at the house. The key is to choose healthy snacks that will fill them up and help nourish your teens without adding too many calories. Try and you’ll see—our top ten teen-approved list of healthy summer snacks is sure to make you the hit of the summer snacking frenzy!

Happy Summer Snacking!

5 Benefits Of A Summer CLEANSE

Posted on July 20, 2020 by The GEM and currently has Comments Off on 5 Benefits Of A Summer CLEANSE

Cleanses can be an amazing way to reset the body — pulling you back from the precipice of snack attacks, cravings, and dietary habits that have run amuck. Even a one-day Juice ‘Til Dinner cleanse can be a beautiful way to get back on track, creating a mindful space to be more intentional about your daily eating habits. Self-care is more important than ever right now, and a GEM cleanse is the perfect way to give your body the reset it needs.

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With gyms closed and many other restrictions in place currently, we could ALL use some control (or at least a little routine!) in our lives again. Reset your body and gain mental clarity with an Honestly Organic cleanse — a great way to keep your body hydrated and cleanse your system while providing it with essential nutrients and vitamins. Boosted immune system. Increased energy. Cravings gone. Glowing skin. Happy. Healthy. GEMMY. Now is the perfect time to take advantage of the benefits of a cleanse!

Need more convincing? Here are 5 things a cleanse can do for you RIGHT NOW.

5 Benefits of a Summer CLEANSE

MENTAL CLARITY. Cleansing will help you become more focused, and give you clearer thinking! Goodbye brain fog.
IMMUNE STRENGTH. By adding a cleanse into your diet and eating better, you’ll introduce good bacteria into your gut, which helps fight off illnesses (especially important right now!). Long term consumption of nutrient-dense foods and green juices can assist in the prevention of chronic diseases, too.
LOSS OF CRAVINGS. Say goodbye to cravings of vices like caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, sugar, and junk foods.
FLAT STOMACH. Swimsuit season is well upon us — and though vacation plans may have changed, we still want to look good even if we’re just hanging by the pool. Flooding your system with nutrient dense green juice through a GEM cleanse helps reduce bloating, and discourages your body’s water retention. By juicing, your body will regulate itself and possibly even shed a few unwanted pounds!
BRIGHT EYES, CLEARER SKIN. Let’s be honest — do we ever really get tired of hearing “YOU LOOK GOOD!”?!

Experience what promises to be one of the most exhilarating and rejuvenating things you can do for yourself — a GEM cleanse. Make more deliberate health choices by restarting your body, and continue to form good health habits by making positive changes to your everyday diet. We’ll be with you every step of the way to answer questions, provide support, and even deliver a swift kick in the pants when needed! (Seriously, just call or email us).

Happy cleansing!

Poolside Sips & Snacks For A Summer GLOW

Posted on June 29, 2020 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has Comments Off on Poolside Sips & Snacks For A Summer GLOW

With summer vacations being cancelled left and right this year, it’s shaping up to be a wet, hot, GEMmy summer of lazy days spent by the pool. The good thing about being stuck at home is it gives us more control over our health and daily habits than we would have when traveling. So we’re taking advantage of a summer at home and getting (and KEEPING) our health in check with some deliciously nutritious poolside sips and snacks!

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Spoiler alert: we might be partial to watermelon and pineapples — the perfect summer refreshers. Anti-inflammatory pineapple aids in digestion, boosts immunity, and accelerates healing, while watermelon hydrates, promotes heart health, lowers inflammation and oxidative stress, AND both keep you feeling light and bright.

Even if your summer destination vacation has been put on hold, celebrate the summer in style with these 3 GEMmy poolside treats.

Homemade Sips & Snacks For A Healthy Summer GLOW

WATERMELON LIME SLUSH

This poolside sipper is super-duper refreshing, a.k.a. summer in a cup!

Ingredients:
– 5 cups diced seedless watermelon (if you have prep time, cut and freeze the cubes!)
– 1 tablespoon agave
– 1 cup ice (unless you use frozen watermelon)
– Juice of 2 limes

Directions: Combine all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Serve immediately!

Rather not slice or dice? Grab a few Maui GEM Smoothie Kits to keep on hand, then just add water and blend! It’s the beach in a cup: pineapple, banana, orange, coconut! I can hear the steel drum band right now! (Rum & cabana boy sold separately).

FRESH FRUIT SKEWERS

Ice cold watermelon and pineapple skewers are pretty to look at AND fun to eat. Pop some in the fridge and serve as a poolside snack to keep you cool. You can even add blueberries for more beauty (and help your body reduce DNA damage — a leading driver of aging and cancer!).

For an exotic kick, sprinkle this fresh fruit with Trader’s Joe’s Chile Lime Seasoning Blend — one of our favorite snacks! Pro tip: sprinkle on top of grilled pineapple for a good time. Trust us.

WATERMELON ARUGULA SALAD

Elevate your salad game with one of our all-time summer favorites! Honestly, you don’t really have to follow the recipe to make this true GEM of a salad.

Ingredients:
– ½ pound baby arugula
– 2 cups (or more) seedless watermelon, ¾-inch pieces
– ⅓ cup olive oil
– ¼ cup lemon juice (2 lemons)
– 1 teaspoon sea salt
– ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
– Parmesan Reggiano cheese
– ¼ cup pistachios

Directions: Add arugula, pistachios and watermelon in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper. Drizzle dressing on the arugula. Toss well. With a very sharp knife or a vegetable peeler, shave parmesan into large shards and sprinkle them on the arugula and watermelon. Sprinkle with salt and serve. BAM!

These healthy homemade summer snacks are three super easy ways to make good choices during swimsuit season. Try them and we’re certain clarity, energy and vibrance are in your very near future — and if you’re still needing a little bit of help, you can always kickstart your way into summer health with a detox cleanse from The GEM.

Stay cool and kind, dear GEMs.

Curbside Pickup + Online Ordering Now Available!

Posted on March 23, 2020 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has Comments Off on Curbside Pickup + Online Ordering Now Available!

We started the GEM because we care about your health — and that’s true today more than ever. In this critical time amid the COVID-19 outbreak, we’re working hard making GEM-my goods to keep our community healthy, while making sure ordering is easy as can be for our loyal GEMs.

ORDER NOW TO STOCK UP ON ORGANIC JUICES, SMOOTHIES AND GREEN BITES!

The GEM now accepts online orders, right from our website! Immune-boosting, nutrient-dense GEM goodness, right at your fingertips. Call us when you’re ready to pick up and we’ll run it out to you with complimentary curbside pickup!

How To Order Online

Visit the website.
Login to your existing account or create a new one.
Choose your GEM pickup location.
Customize your order + add to cart (for special requests, please call your location).
Check out, click “take out” and select “curbside.”
Add payment method.
Review tip + submit order!

If you aren’t able to drive up to the store or would prefer not to, you can also now order through DoorDash and Favor for no-contact delivery.

GEM Goodness To Stock Up On

Immunity Mix
Immunity Bone Broth (freeze into cubes & enjoy later!)
Allergy Mix
MVP Soup
Juice Growlers

While we aren’t able to offer in-store dining during this time, we know GEM-my foods and drink are critical to your immunity and health — and we’re committed to being there for you in any way we can. We’re all in this together. Wash your hands, stay strong, and remember to SHINE ON.

Resolutions NOT To Make This Year (And What To Do Instead!)

Posted on December 30, 2019 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has Comments Off on Resolutions NOT To Make This Year (And What To Do Instead!)

I don’t know about you, but each year I spend valuable time carefully considering lots of lofty aspirations for the promise of a bright and shiny New Year only to be defeated and lost by mid February. It’s exhausting! Instead of going through this charade again, I propose something a little different this year.

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To be clear: reflecting on your life and setting goals of self-improvement are critical to an evolved and enriched life, for SURE! But, I don’t want you to make broad statements without simple, realistic action items.

Some GEMmy wisdom for the New Year: Set specific action items that are measurable. Don’t make the resolutions that are too broad, too lofty, or too common to get traction.

New Year’s Resolutions You SHOULDN’T Make

I will lose weight.

I will be more positive.

I will have a better relationship with family/friends/spouse.

I will be healthier.

Sure, these are amazing goals that I’m sure you could accomplish. But reframing your goals a little differently will help you achieve MORE—and help you have much greater success and satisfaction in the new year.

5 GEMmy Goals To Set Instead This Year

Walk daily with a friend. There are too many factors at play when it comes to “losing weight”. You may have to uncover digestive, hormonal, or other health challenges before you can start seeing any results. Instead of setting a goal to simply lose weight, commit to one simple daily activity. Take it one step at a time. If you can’t find time to walk every day, maybe vow to drink a green juice every morning. Or cut out bread and pasta. Or, add one extra green veggie to each meal. These are attainable, measurable, and easy to incorporate with results you can see!

Choose gratitude daily. Forget about simply being more positive. Each morning, write down three things (or more!) you are truly grateful for. It can be as simple as “I am grateful for my hot tea and fuzzy slippers”, or the smile you were given at the red light yesterday, or something truly grand like being grateful for a particular person, recovering from an illness, having financial security, or the presence of your children at dinner. Listing them makes you focus on the positive—because there is always something to be grateful form, even in the most difficult of times. For even MORE gratitude, try reading motivational or personal development books, download inspiring podcasts like Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations, or watch uplifting videos online to work your way out of a negative headspace.
Choose to give yourself GRACE. Choosing to have better relationships is an amazing goal to set, BUT it leaves too many variables in the hands of others. The one thing you can control is how much acceptance you show, because you only hurt yourself when you hold on to anger and resentment. So instead of setting this lofty goal to have better relationships, set out to work on showing yourself grace for things like making a bad financial decision, entering a bad relationship, eating too much over the weekend, or whatever you beat yourself up over. Forgiving others—and yourself—paves the way for better relationships all the way around. Start the process with a date inside The GEM.
Start your day with one healthy option. Don’t just set a goal to be healthier. Instead, what if you just picked ONE thing to add to your routine that could actually make that beautiful body of yours healthier AND stronger?! Try cutting artificial sweeteners out of your coffee or tea. Drink 32 ounces of water upon waking each morning. Or, just keep alcohol limited to Saturday night. Do NOT—I REPEAT, DO NOT go on a diet. Diets are temporary health adjustments, not meant for long-term implementation. Opt for incorporating these healthy lifestyle changes instead, and your mind and body will see long term benefits.
Drink ORGANIC GREEN JUICE daily! Don’t discount this last addition. Daily juicing provides your body with a high dose of nutrients that boosts your health and metabolism, and keeps you well-protected against toxins and disease. You automatically experience more energy, less sugar cravings and see digestion and skin improvements. Starting your day with a healthy juice also puts you in a better frame of mind to make better choices throughout your day! Your first daily juice of the New Year awaits inside The GEM—and if you are feeling really ambitious about the jump into the New Year, reserve a three day Juice Then Dinner Cleanse to help kick start a healthier DECADE!

You can’t change your final destination overnight, but you CAN adjust your sails in the right direction with the right actions. By adding one small thing at a time into your daily routine, you can improve your health, happiness, and hopefully start a change reaction. It’s a new year, and a whole new you. Happy 2020, GEMs!

The REAL 411 On CBD (And Why You Need It!)

Posted on December 10, 2019 by diamondsonyourinside and currently has Comments Off on The REAL 411 On CBD (And Why You Need It!)

Got anxiety? Hate that joint pain? Need to SLEEP better? Cannabidiol, better known as CBD, is your new R&R BFF! We’ve always had a long lasting love for hemp, and lately we’ve spent hours learning about this new natural remedy for a long list of ailments. Derived from the hemp plant, CBD seems to be everywhere! And I do mean EVERYWHERE. The market is flooded with CBD, making it so confusing to know what is what, that you probably just decide to do nothing! Well, be indifferent no more.

We are proud to carry The Trusted Lab line of products, a local company we believe in!

Looking for extra GEMmy stocking stuffers? Order CBD products for everyone on your gift list!

Still on the fence about this CBD fad? Check out these benefits.

Believe the Hype.

Improved Mood: Better sleep, better mood and less anxiety.
Better Body: Improved blood flow, less joint and muscle pain, inflammation.
Better Skin: Effective treatment for eczema, psoriasis, rosacea.
Faster Recovery: It’s a more powerful antioxidant source than Vitamins C and E, so it defends the body against oxidative stress, helping to improve overall recovery.
Boosted Brain: Fights brain fog and acts as a neuroprotectant.
Eased Chemo Side Effects: Fights nausea, vomiting and pain.

We logged serious time doing research and testing to find the best product for you! And we landed with The Trusted Lab.

Why The Trusted Lab.

Tried, True, and Trusted. Our 100% organic CBD oil product line comes from The Trusted Lab known for their dedication to providing the highest quality, most consistent CBD oil products available—using the highest potency and purest quality ingredients. Made in America, ORGANIC, free of harmful chemicals, and lab tested, this stuff is the best in the industry, hands down.
The Full CBD Spectrum of What You Need. All products we carry inside The GEM are FULL SPECTRUM, which means they contain all of the elements that maximize the bioactivity for optimal results. There are gummies specific to sleep, drops and gel caps for anxiety, cream for local pain relief. Cop yours today, inside The GEM!
No Snoop Doggin’ Here. Don’t fear, dear GEMs—our CBD contains no THC, which is the main psychoactive cannabinoid found in cannabis and causes the sensation of getting “high.” The absence of THC makes our CBD an appealing option for those looking for relief from anxiety, pain and other symptoms without the mind-altering effects of marijuana or certain pharmaceutical drugs. (*our 750mg gelcaps to contain a tiny trace amount of THC <.03%)

Say goodbye to sleep issues, joint pain, and anxiety, and choose a Trusted Lab CBD product perfect for your needs at the GEM! They make amazing gifts, too (hello, GEMmy stocking stuffers)!

Trusted Lab CBD products available at The GEM

Drops – Full Spectrum 500mg and 1500mg. Awesome for anti-anxiety, nausea, and sleep.

Gel Caps – 300mg and 750mg. Best for managing muscle and joint pain, 750mg for deep sleep!

Gummies – 750mg. Sleepy Time contains added melatonin for the best sleep of your life. Day Time also available. These are amazing and gluten free.

Extra Strength Cream – 200mg. Perfect for relieving local pain, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dry skin.

Special Note: the milligrams noted on the bottles refer to the TOTAL amount, not per dosage.

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