Four Energy Giving Foods

I lack serious energy on Mondays and instead of turning to iced coffees and energy drinks, I've been trying to incorporate food that are naturally energy giving.




//1// Fortified Orange Juice

Fortified orange juice contains Vitamin D which is important for immunity and energy. Getting enough Vitamin D during the day might help you sleep better at night, and good night's sleep is key to feeling perky throughout the day!

//2// Bulgur Wheat

Carbohydrates are the body's main source of energy, but you need to pick the right ones! Bulgar wheat is a whole-grain, high fiber carb that gets digested more slowly than low-fiber carbohydrates. That means energy is released over time and you feel energized longer. Bulger wheat is great on salads, mixed with vegetables, or as an alternative to rice!

//3// Shellfish

Oysters, clams, and mussels are a top source of iron. Iron helps transport oxygen around your body which is important for fighting fatigue. Lobster and shrimp are yummy too, but have less iron!

//4// Almonds

We often aren't getting enough magnesium! Not having enough magnesium can make even the simplest tasks really tough. A half of a cup of almonds gives you 1/3 of the daily intake of magnesium we need!





The Royal Report

Summer is over and The Royals are back from their holidays and back to official engagements!


September 3

James Middleton steps out to the GQ Man of the Year Awards. His plus-one was his black cocker spaniel Ella! The royal brother has recently opened up about his longtime battle with depression, further advocating for mental health awareness and animal therapy.


September 3


Prince Harry visited Amsterdam announce a new partnership with Travalyst. Travalyst was created to help communities benefit locally from visitors, educate people about sustainable travel, and work with travel companies to make it easier for people to make a sustainable travel choice.



September 5 


Will and Kate accompany Prince George and Princess Charlotte to their first day of school. This is Charlotte's first year at Thomas's Battersea school in West London. George started at the school in 2017.



The Duchess wore the Carnation Print Midi Dress from Michael Kors and navy blue suede Prada pumps. The Princess accessorized her school bag with a sparkly unicorn key chain.


September 6


Prince William visited the Hendon Football Club to learn about it's mental health initiatives and discuss racism in sport. In recent years William has made mental health and the prevention of suicide in males a key part of his public work.


September 6

Happy Birthday, Pippa Middleton-Matthews! The royal sister and mum of one turned 36!


September 7

The Queen, bundled up in purple, stepped out with Charles and Camilla for the Braemar Royal Highland Gathering in Scotland. The Braemar Royal Highland Gathering in an annual special exhibition of Scottish heritage and traditional Scottish games.


The Queen's oldest grandchild, Peter Phillips, and his wife, Autumn, also attended.


September 7


Meghan, Duchess of Sussex jetted to New York City to watch her friend and tennis pro Serena Williams play in the US Open Final. The Royal sat in Serena's player box alongside Serena's coach, husband, family, and Vogue US editor Anna Wintour.



The Duchess opted to wear a dress and sweater from J. Crew and carried a Carolina Herrera tote bag.


September 9



Zara Tindall, daughter of Princess Anne, fell from her horse at the Burghley Horse Trials in Lincolnshire as her mother, mother's husband, husband Mike Tindall, and daughters Mia and Lena looked on. Lady Louise and her mother Sophie, Countess of Wessex also supported Zara over the weekend. 




September 10

Princess Eugenie is spotted in New York City at her friend designer Misha Nonoo's pop up shop during New York Fashion Week. 


September 10


Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge unveiled her third 'Back to Nature' garden, which supports her ongoing campaign to get kids outside, at RHS Wisley. 




The royal mom wore the 'Aurora' dress by designer Amelia Wickstead that she paired with her 'Fleur' wedges from Monsoon London.


September 12


Meghan stepped out for her first official post-maternity royal duty. The Duchess launched a fashion capsule collection to benefit Smart Works, which the Duchess is patron of. The new mom partnered with designers and brands Jigsaw, John Lewis & Partners, Marks & Spencer, and Misha Nonoo to create a capsule collection of work wear essentials to benefit the charity.



Meghan wore pieces straight from the collection including the Misha Nonoo SmartWorks Smart Set White Dress Shirt and Jigsaw SmartWorks Smart Set Black Trousers which she paired with her Ralph Lauren 'Nappa' Saddle Belt and Manolo Blahnik Camel Pointed Pumps.


September 15

Happy 35th Birthday, Prince Harry! 


September 15

Princess Anne was spotted with her family, including her husband Sir Timothy Laurence, daughter-in-law Autumn Phillips, and granddaughters Isla and Savannah at the Gatcombe Horse Trials. The event was held at Princess Anne's country home, Gatcombe Park, in Gloucestershire.



Princess Anne's daughter, Zara Tindall, was competing in the competition. Her husband Mike Tindall and daughters Mia and Lena were on hand to cheer her on. 



September 17 


Princess Beatrice attended and delivered a speech at the Women in Telecommunications Leadership Conference. The Princess's mother, Sarah Ferguson, was also in attendance. 


September 17


Prince William helped the BBC launch a new anti-cyber-bullying app, Own It, which recognizes if a child is typing something that could be upsetting to the person receiving it. It can also identify language suggesting a child is in trouble.

September 18

Princess Eugenie cut the ribbon to mark of  the Blue Marine Foundation's largest fundraising an event, a charity cycle ride. The ribbon cutting marked the start of the charity's fourth London to Monaco charity cycle ride.


September 18

Meghan and Harry with little Archie were spotted eating out at The Rose & Crown pub in Windsor where the family lives.


September 18

Princess Beatrice is seen on holiday with her boyfriend Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi on Italy's Amalfi Coast.



September 19


Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge visited the Sunshine House Children and Young People's Development Centre. The Duchess was there to learn about the Family Nurse Parternship, a voluntary home visiting program for first-time parents under the age of 24. The partnership links the young parents to specially trained nurses who visit them regularly, from pregnancy until the child is two years old. The program is directed by Evelina London Children's Hospital which is one of Kate's patronages. 



Kate chose a 100% silk blouse by Equipment, navy blue cropped culottes from Zara, and Gianvito Rossi 'Piper' suede pumps for the event.


September 20

Princess Beatrice, Prince Harry, Meghan, and Princess Eugenie all attend the wedding of friend and fashion designer Misha Nonoo. The wedding took place at a 17th century villa in Rome, Italy. 





Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, wore Valentine's 'Embellished Tulle' Evening Gown which features a floor length skirt and lots of sparkle!


There were plenty of celebrity guests including Gayle King, Katie Perry, James Cordon, Ivanka Trump, Karli Kloss, and Orlando Bloom.


September 22

Prince William surprises and delights locals by accompanying his grandmother, The Queen, to church in Balmoral, Scotland.


September 22

The Duke and Duchess are officially en route to South Africa for a 10 day tour on which the royal pair will visit 4 countries and undertake 35 engagements. Baby Archie, who is almost 5 months old, will be joining his parents on the tour! See their full schedule here.



Come back soon for the next installment of The Royal Report!