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Outside the Tissue Box

10/08/09

If your office is anything like mine, everyone is sick and you are praying that you won't be next to catch the latest 'bug' going around. When the weather turns cool and damp, it seems as if everyone surrenders to the common cold or something worse. Viruses and bacteria thrive in cool, moist environments so when weather conditions change... you guessed it! Germs are rampant. But you don't have to … [Read more...]

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30 Lessons I Learned by 30

10/07/09

Tomorrow I proudly turn 31! Entering your thirties seems like a rite of passage. The reality of doing so is shaped by your perception. Now, I can proudly share 30 lessons I learned by 30, but that wasn't always the case.  Like most, I spent the later half of my twenties in fear of my thirties and the first six months of my thirties in mourning. From the age of 25, every birthday felt like a … [Read more...]

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More than Cooking with MWAH!

10/06/09

Last night I hosted my first cooking class as a Holistic Health Counselor. Five beautiful people showed up at my apartment to cook and enjoy a love-infused, healthy and delicious Fall meal with me. On the menu was Marinated Tempeh, Easy Fried Rice and Garlic-Steamed Green Beans. I also threw in a yummy dessert of Baked Bananas with Cinnamon and Nutmeg. I wanted to show this group that cooking can … [Read more...]

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Rock the Boat

10/05/09

Feeling Summer draw to a close and the onset of Fall, I spent the weekend before last on my friends' boats. They only have a few weeks left before they retire the boats for the Winter and with a sunny forecast, we wanted to take advantage of the weather and their last days on the water. On Friday evening, we boarded the boats in fleece and bare feet and headed up to Northport, Long Island. We … [Read more...]

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Fall For Cooking with MWAH!

09/24/09

Hi Friends, Marissa's Well-being and Health (MWAH!) has officially launched online at www.mwahonline.com. Celebrate with a FREE cooking class. Fall for Cooking with MWAH! Join me to cook and enjoy a delicious, grounding Fall meal. Whether you're an experienced gourmand and want to add some new recipes to your repertoire or you can't find your way around the kitchen and would like to get your … [Read more...]

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Hot Water Challenge Results: Week Two

09/23/09

faucet drip benefits of hot water

After two full weeks of sipping hot water (see my progress from Hot Water Challenge Week One), I'm happy to report that it is now my drink of choice! I explained hot water benefits in Ayurveda in my first post of the series. Now, read on for my hot water challenge results. Overall, my feeling of well-being has improved. It's true that I'm not sure if I owe it all to the hot water or some of the … [Read more...]

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The Curse of a Craving

09/18/09

I am prone to cravings. In fact, I think I have craved almost everything at some point in my life from meat to broccoli to chocolate cake. I used to give into my cravings every time especially those for sugar, which have always been strongest. The food industry sets us up for daily cravings. I'm thinking in particular of the commercials that plaster juicy steaks, crispy french fries and tall, … [Read more...]

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Hot Water Challenge: Week One

09/15/09

hot water leak health benefits hot water

Last week I explained about hot water health benefits in Ayurveda and invited you on my Hot Water Challenge. To recap, hot water has many health benefits. In Ayurveda, the benefits of sipping hot water focus on the lymph and lymphatic drainage. The lymph is where the majority of the immune system lies. A slow, or "boggy" lymph can culminate in a range of symptoms tied to an unhealthy immune … [Read more...]

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Love Letter to Life

09/11/09

Today was difficult for me. Not only is it September 11, but today I learned of a colleague's tragic death. She was just shy of her thirtieth birthday. Earlier this week, I read about a deadly March car accident involving a young woman from my alma mater. I didn't know either of these women personally, but it made no difference to me. My heart went out to them and their families as if they were my … [Read more...]

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Welcome! My name is Marissa and I’m a lover of all things health and wellness.As a NYC-based board-Certified Wellness Coach and Healthy Living Expert, I share my own health secrets, get-fit tips and the cooking expertise that has inspired countless women to change their relationship with food and turbocharge their health to become holistically hot in a way that’s fun and fearless.
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Winter workouts hit different - physically and men Winter workouts hit different - physically and mentally - and here's why:

Boost your mood to prevent seasonal effectiveness disorder (SAD) aka "the Winter Blues"

Releases a fat burning hormone to avoid Winter weight gain

Gets your blood flowing to regular body temperature 

Strengthens your immune system 

While it may be harder to motivate in the Winter, maintaining a fitness routine will keep you consistent throughout the year, an important factor in seeing progress and results. 

My next TRIM group starts January 18 and includes weekly effective workouts for all levels. Sign up now before the new year rush at: https://app.trimbootcamp.com/trainer/marissa-mcfarland/
Pasta has a bad reputation for being high in carbs Pasta has a bad reputation for being high in carbs. First of all, there's absolutely nothing wrong with carbs or pasta, but did you know you can also get a good hit of protein with your pasta?

These are some of my favorite higher protein pasta alternatives:

1. Egg Fetttuccine - hear me out on this one. It doesn't offer more protein than a serving of regular white pasta at 8 grams but there's something that sets it apart for me and that's its denser, chewier texture. I choose this over white pasta often especially with tomato-based sauces. Bump up the protein content with chicken or shrimp which pair well with this.

2. Red Lentil Pasta - Even my daughter is a fan of this one. It clocks in at 25 grams of protein per serving and it's also high in fiber. 

3. Yellow Pea Pasta - I love this one for a macaroni and cheese-style recipe (or a dairy-free version made with butternut squash). It has 17 grams of protein and is also fiber-rich. 

There are many more high protein options like whole wheat, chickpea and black bean pasta, but these three are my faves. Have you tried any of these? If so, what did you think?
I stopped at @target for a few things and this swe I stopped at @target for a few things and this sweater caught my eye. I wondered if it was meant to be a "tacky Christmas sweater" for several minutes (my husband even asked me if we were going to an ugly Christmas sweater party when I put it on) while simultaneously imagining all the ways I would style it and I said F it and bought it anyway!

I love the non-traditional Fair Isle print. it's also soft and not itchy. This and everything else I'm wearing is linked on my @shop.ltk or go here: https://liketk.it/4pwvt (I swear, one day I will automate my links!)

The blazer is @endlessrose rented from @renttherunway (code for 30% off your first month to try it is RTRMARISSA - sign up link is in my bio).
It's Cozy Season! This gift basket is full of all It's Cozy Season! This gift basket is full of all the cozy things and makes a great hostess or Secret Santa gift or a gift for anyone who loves self care. 

Use code MARISSA for 20% off at @nowfoodsofficial to stock up on all the goodies. 

Here's exactly what's inside:

🎅🏻Organic Grade A maple syrup 
🎅🏻Manuka Honey
🎅🏻Cinnamon Honey Almonds
🎅🏻Organic Slender Hot Cocoa + a cute Mug
🎅🏻Rosewater Rejuvenating Mist
🎅🏻Portable USB Ultrasonic Oil Diffuser
🎅🏻Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil
🎅🏻Organic Peppermint Tea
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Valentina was invited to model for @nykrunway in h Valentina was invited to model for @nykrunway in her first fashion show and today she walked for @joancalabrese !

She worked so hard preparing for this show and we were BLOWN AWAY by her talent on stage. We couldn't be more proud of our girl who is always willing to try new things and rises to the occasion with beauty, style and grace. ➡️ to see the full walk 💕

Thank you @nykrunway and @joancalabrese for this opportunity! Look out for a reel about our journey to the runway. 

*posted with Valentina's permission
After a long IG hiatus when I became a Mom, I felt After a long IG hiatus when I became a Mom, I felt lost here on this platform, but in March, I re-committed to it. I decided I could continue playing small so everyone would like me/ I wouldn't offend anyone or I could take up the space I was meant to so I could reach and help more people. Spending more time and energy here has had some incredible and unexpected returns including growing my audience, landing new brand partnerships with @adidas and @madewell to name a couple and making virtual connections with supportive women with whom I have things in common and who are also showing up here in a big way for their own reasons. 

Putting yourself "out there" publicly on any platform be it social media, a newsletter or in-person events is never an easy thing to do. To my friends - both virtual and IRL - clients and colleagues who have been supportive of how I show up, it means the world to me. 💚💋✌🏻

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My coat is @standstudio.official rented from @renttherunway - use code RTRMARISSA for 30% off your first month.
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