SonjaK, Author at Plant-Based Health and Wellness Lifestyle Blog|TheSonjaK

5 Ways to Avoid GMO’s

November 15, 2017

GMO is a genetically modified organism. It is the process in which scientists change the DNA of plants and animals. DNA make up a combination of genes and molecules that make each person and plant unique. Scientists selectively remove and replace plant genes to enable food crops to produce it’s own pesticide to protect itself against insect invasion. Primarily…read more

Beauty

4 Reasons Why I Transitioned to Natural Hair

November 6, 2017

As a 4C Naturalista, I have always considered my hair as thick, nappy, and unmanageable. For as long as I can remember, I have had my hair pressed and relaxed. Through the years my hair has resisted any and all attempts to keep it straight. Relaxers would only last for a maximum of 4 weeks before requiring a much needed…read more

Lifestyle

Top 5 Reasons Why I Went Plant-Based

November 1, 2017

When I first decided to transition to plant-based living, I assumed that it was the same as vegan. To my surprise the two terms are not interchangeable. Plant-based is as its name implies natural whole foods that come from plants including vegetables, seeds, fruits, and nuts. It does not include any foods derived from animals. Unlike plant-based, Vegan is a…read more

Lifestyle

Dove Apologies for failed FaceBook Ad

November 1, 2017

On October 8th, 2017, Dove posted a FaceBook ad showing a black woman removing her shirt to reveal a white woman. Rightfully so it sparked outrage and was removed with an apology that they missed the mark. For years, I have been an avid user of Dove. In recent years, I have made a conscious decision to support personal care…read more

Wellness

Food Labels vs Ingredient Lists; What’s the Best Way to Select Healthy Food

November 1, 2017

Food labels aka Nutrition Facts were developed to provide nutrition data for packaged foods. Nutrition labels are anything but helpful. It's terminology is too scientific. It is extremely difficult for the average consumer to understand. I have a medical background and I find it extremely difficult to interpret. Whenever I read a product label it raises more questions than answers…read more