Francesca @ Seven Roses, Author at Seven Roses

Ethical fashion brands at low prices for back to college or work

20/07/2018 Favorites, Lifestyle

Are you looking for boho, ethical fashion brands at low prices for back-to-college (or back to work)? If you ever thought of ditching “fast fashion” for more eco-conscious, ethical brands but you thought it would be too expensive, think again. Hello my beautiful friends!Are you one of those people who believe that ethical clothing is something that a) looks like only a drunk hippie would wear (nothing against drunk hippies) or b) only rich people can afford? If you are – good news! – this is no longer the case: ethical fashion brands and nowadays not only have fair trade clothing that looks amazingly stylish but they are also fairly...

The top 5 smells that will make you feel happy

17/07/2018 5 tips, Lifestyle

Have you ever wondered if happiness has a smell? Well here’s a list of the top 5 smells that make you feel happy, according to science. Hello my beautiful friends! Do you know of a smell, a scent, a fragrance that instantly makes you feel relaxed or even euphoric? Perhaps a bit nostalgic of your childhood, but definitely joyful and happier? Today I want to share with you something very interesting: the top 5 smells that, according to science, will make you feel instantly happier. As an Aromatherapy student and as someone who’s always generally looking for good vibes in life, this comes as no surprise to me. I know...

Dairy-free Vegan fruity popsicles

13/07/2018 Recipes, Vegan

A delicious and healthy summer treat to cool down instantly: colorful and oh- so-easy-to-make Dairy-free Vegan fruity popsicles Hello my beautiful friends! Wouldn’t you agree, on a hot summer day, nothing tastes better than a homemade fruity popsicle straight out of the freezer. Taking a bite out of these colorful treats is refreshingly yummy and also healthy at the same time. No chemical food dyes, no artificial sweeteners, just a few simple ingredients and fresh fruit. This type of healthy dessert is probably the easiest summer treat you can make, and I bet children will love to participate in the making, too. Just choose your favorite summer fruits and mix with...

Nourishing Vegan foods for hair growth

11/07/2018 Beauty, Lifestyle

Nourishing Vegan Foods For Flourishing Hair Growth

Special contribution by Jackie Beautiful hair can be a crowning glory, but it can also be an unruly mop if it chooses to misbehave. Perhaps that’s why the global hair care market is growing quicker than a mid length bob, with over half a million American women alone spending $500+ over a three month period on hair products. Happily, there is another way to create gorgeous, glossy hair without breaking the bank. Just as certain Vegan foods can boost your body’s immunity, so there are several which can improve your hair’s health too. With the right diet, you can nourish your hair from within, and enjoy shiny locks as well as all the...

Get rid of toxins: 7-day Vegan detox meal plan

09/07/2018 Lifestyle, Recipes, Vegan

Guest post by Helen Do you want to eat healthier for a week and easily get rid of toxins? Here is a 7 day Vegan detox meal plan you’ll love Toxins have a way of staying in our systems for a long time and the only way to get rid of them is through efficient detox diets. There are a lot of such diets advertised everywhere that you’d get dizzy trying to count them, but one thing’s for sure – vegetables are good for you! One of the most efficient ways to get rid of dangerous toxins in your system is to try eating vegetable-based meals for at least a...

Basil, Lemon & Ginger Green Smoothie

05/07/2018 Recipes, Vegan

Guest post by Joey Are you looking for the perfect refreshing treat for a warm summer day? Look no further. This Basil Lemon Ginger Green Smoothie provides a unique and delicious flavor combination that’s perfect for sipping on the deck or near the pool—or just to jump start your morning as you head out for the day. This simple and easy recipe requires only six ingredients (and one of those is water!), and it blends together in one easy step. It mixes the sweetness of banana, the zest of a lemon, the freshness of basil, and the zing of ginger with the nutritional benefits of kale. The kale also gives...

Vegan DIY Scalp Scrubs for Healthy Hair

02/07/2018 Beauty, DIY

Guest post by Jennifer If you’re looking for natural DIY Scalp Scrubs to clarify your hair and scalp, these easy 4 Vegan DIY Scalp Scrub recipes cure & prevent dry, flaky scalp, improve scalp health and overall hair health. Give them a try! For many, both women and men, extra dry scalps and flaky dandruff can be a huge problem. And, unfortunately, there doesn’t seem to be many products on the market that specialize in rejuvenating products for unhealthy scalps. Even if a product that claims to transform an unhealthy scalp is on the market, it most likely isn’t natural. Vegan scalp scrubs are the most ideal product known...

How to make a Vegan charcuterie board / Vegan antipasto platter

29/06/2018 Recipes, Vegan

If you’re looking for a really easy and fun entertaining idea, learn how to make a Vegan charcuterie board/antipasto platter that everybody will enjoy! Hello my beautiful friends, the sweet long summer nights are finally here, and so is entertaining and dining al fresco season. If you’re looking for a really easy and fun entertaining idea, why not try what we call “apéro dinatoire” in France , a particularly informal and lovely type of gathering which consists of so many antipasti, bruschette, appetizers, dips and mezze (plus drinks) that you make a whole dinner out of it – no need for entrée or main course – just many wonderful little...

Relaxation and meditation: health benefits

20/06/2018 Lifestyle

Guest post by Uma Here’s all you need to know if you want to learn more about meditation: it’s health benefits, its advantages, and how you can make the most out of this ancient relaxation practice to achieve a state of mindfulness. We live in a world filled with constant activity. From work to balancing family life, it can be difficult to find time to relax and unwind. All of that go-go-go can lead to major stress. While stress can be good for the body and the mind, if it’s experienced in high levels over a long period of time, it can wreck havoc on our overall health and well-being....

Heal your body with Vegan “bone” broth

18/06/2018 Recipes

Here’s how to create a nutrient-dense, plant-based Vegan “bone” broth to promote healthy blood pressure, and support overall wellness.

Summer essentials (Vegan & Cruelty-free)

13/06/2018 Beauty, Favorites

Disclosure: this post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something that we have loved & recommended. While clicking these links won’t cost you any extra money, they will help us keep this site up and running! Please check out our disclosure policy for more details. Thank you for your support! Hello my beautiful friends, welcome back to SevenRoses, I hope you’re having a fantastic day!Today we’re going to chat about some of my Summer Essentials… it’s already mid-June, I can hardly believe it, and Summer is basically here :) These are the things I can’t live without during...

5 tips for teaching mindfulness to kids

11/06/2018 5 tips, Lifestyle

Guest post by Samara Hello my beautiful friends! Today we have a special guest, Samara the creator of TinyFry. She’s a wonderful, loving person and I’m so happy she decided to share with SevenRoses’ readers a very interesting post about teaching mindfulness to young kids. So if you want to learn a few easy strategies to teach appreciation for the present moment to your little ones, please welcome Samara as she shares her 5 Tips for Teaching Mindfulness to Kids with us! Photo by Bruno Nascimento on Unsplash [tweetshare tweet=”5 easy tips for teaching mindfulness to kids ♥ to reduce stress, improve mental development and increase creativity among many other...

Peek inside the All Around Vegan Box + 10% off

07/06/2018 Lifestyle

Whether you’re a new Vegan, a committed activist or just Veg-curious, here’s my All Around Vegan Box review, a carefully curated mix of food, lifestyle, beauty AND activism items unlike any other box you’ve seen Hello my beautiful friends! If I said “please raise your hand if you’re a fan of subscription boxes” chances are, 98% of the people reading this would raise their hand. And how to blame you, subscription boxes are so irresistible :) They definitely are the most convenient way to explore and discover a wide array of products and brands according to your interests and taste, each month delivered to your doorstep at no extra-cost. I’m...

Easy Vegan Summer lunch ideas in under 10 minutes

04/06/2018 Recipes, Vegan

With these Easy Vegan Summer lunch ideas your next healthy, yummy and amazing meal is just minutes away! Hello my beautiful friends! Technically it’s still Spring, and yet here temperatures have been rising so quickly that most days it feels like Summer. I am a firm believer that warmer months are for taking it easy in the kitchen, that’s why today we’re going through some amazing quick and easy Vegan summer lunch ideas that will be ready in under 10 minutes. With these recipes, you won’t have to spend time at the stove, and you will have time to do all the wonderful things Summer days are made for: outdoor...

5 Simple tips to boost health and immunity (Science-Based)

23/05/2018 5 tips, Lifestyle

Learn 5 simple science-based tips to Boost Health and Immunity. They cover lifestyle, nutrition, supplementation, and herbal remedies for optimal health.

The ultimate Chocolate-chip Cookies

16/05/2018 Recipes, Vegan

These Vegan Chocolate chip cookies are a chocolate-chip cookie lover’s dream-come-true: soft and chewy, with loads of dark chocolate chunks and the perfect texture to be dunked in some cold plant-based milk for the ultimate comfort food ♡ Hello my beautiful friends! As a food lover and recipe developer, I always try to come up with new recipes, but many times I realize that what you really want, is to go back to the basics. Especially when they’re new to the Vegan lifestyle or simply Veg-curious, my readers write me telling they would want to eat the foods they already love but in a plant-based version. And that’s why today...

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