A little bit about "The Girl Who Loves Her Greens"

 Hi everyone!

 

This is my first official blog post and I could not be more excited! Secretly, I've always wanted to have a blog but felt intimidated by the trillion other more grammatically- correct bloggers than myself. Being in a course that encourages (and requires) me to blog will really give me a taste of the blogger lifestyle that I've always admired.

To give you a little info on myself, I am a 25-year old girl from Detroit who has lived in Nashville for the past six years. Nashville is one of my favorite places on Earth, as it has the feel of a small town, yet has so much to offer within every neighborhood. I love the greenery that is met by the charming "hustle-bustle" of a big city. To live in Nashville is truly a dream.

For several years, I had worked in my lovely city as an Assistant Manager of Retail and Marketing for a local hospitality group. I loved my role, but found it to be a bit too much to keep up with when I decided to return back to school to finish my degree. Over that time, I had learned a plethora of knowledge on social media, consumerism, and how to appeal to the masses. Although I am eternally grateful for that opportunity, I realized that was not my calling. 

Fast forward to 2021, I am wrapping up my final semester in order to obtain my degree in Community Development. Although I am extremely passionate about being a part of a community and building a setting to its upmost potential, I have always cared deeper for another facet of my life- my health and the health of others. 

I've realized that over the years, I've become an evangelist of fruits and vegetables. I believe that a healthy diet is the answer to so many physical and mental issues that many people face. Eating well-balanced meals can have such a drastic impact on one's life and can lead to longevity.

For years, I had migraines, issues with bloating and acne, and reoccurring rashes on my skin. After years of doctors appointments, MRI's and lots of tears, I discovered the magic of changing my diet. Once I gave up gluten and became vegetarian, my life immediately changed for the better. All of my discomfort was gone within a month, and my skin cleared up rapidly. 

Nutrition and cooking are some of my favorite things, and I want to share how making simple changes can truly alter your life. As someone who still loves their (gluten-free) bread, I know how hard it can be to change your diet. However, I am someone who fully believes in the importance of a healthy relationship with food. 

Follow along to get weekly knowledge on a healthy lifestyle. I will post tips and healthy recipes for those who are interested!

Thanks for tuning in,

Mary