February 19, 2022

Magnesium - Why It's Important & How To Get It

February 19, 2022/ Renata Joy

Magnesium is a mineral that we don’t talk about much—which is shocking, because it plays a role in a number of important bodily functions, and the majority of us don’t get enough of it. (Yep, as much as 50 percent of us have a magnesium deficiency and don’t even realize it… consider this your wakeup call!)

In this post, I’ll cover why getting enough magnesium is so essential and give you my recommendations for how you can get your daily dose!

February 11, 2022

The Benefits of Red Wine & Dark Chocolate

February 11, 2022/ Renata Joy

By the time you see this, it will either almost be Valentine’s Day, or it will be Valentine’s Day—either way, the topic for this week’s blog post is on theme! Whether you’re single, in a long-term relationship, celebrating your first V-Day with a new partner, or what have you, Valentine's Day can be a fun way to switch up your daily routine and treat yourself to a little indulgence.

In 2020, I wrote a blog post with eight ways to show yourself self-love on Valentine’s Day, which I highly recommend for anyone who wants to do something special for themselves.

This year, I want to talk about the health benefits of two of my favorite foods (yes, one is a drink)... chocolate and wine!

February 04, 2022

The 5 Best Vibrators For Women Over 50

February 04, 2022/ Renata Joy

Vibrators can be scary. I get it. For years, they were something just kept in our nightstands and never talked about. Fortunately, sex, pleasure, and orgasms becoming mainstream conversation. Sexual wellness is a hot topic right now, and, for once, women over 50 are part of the sexual revolution.

In this blog post, I’ll cover why sexual wellness matters for women over 50 and give you my top vibrator recommendations!

January 28, 2022

Why Your Waistline Measurement Matters More Than Your Weight/Scale

January 28, 2022/ Renata Joy

From a very young age, we as women are taught that weight equals health. As a result, many women have doctor’s office horror stories, or a toxic relationship with the scale, which has made them feel inadequate and maybe even sent them down a path of restriction.

In this blog post, I’ll explain why your waistline measurement is a better barometer of health, and teach you how to take your own measurement!

January 21, 2022

Pure Joy Wellness Approved: Kindra Kit

January 21, 2022/ Renata Joy

Here at Pure Joy Wellness, we’re all about changing the conversation around aging… and of course, that includes before, during, and after menopause.

So, when I come across a brand that shares this goal and mission, I know I have to try them out and give all of you the scoop.

This month’s #PureJoyWellnessApproved product comes from a very special brand, Kindra!

January 14, 2022

Secrets To Getting A Good Night's Sleep

January 14, 2022/ Renata Joy

If there’s one thing I can guarantee most of us need more of, it’s sleep. And if there’s one piece of the health and wellness puzzle that I think is underrated, underappreciated, and underutilized… yep, IT’S SLEEP!

That’s why, to start your 2022 on the right foot, I invite you to join myself and Dr. Janet Kennedy, a respected sleep psychologist, on Instagram Live THIS COMING WEDNESDAY January 19, at 3 PM EST/12 PM PST, for a crash course on sleep!

January 08, 2022

5 Ways To Maintain A Healthy Weight

January 08, 2022/ Renata Joy

Every time the new year rolls around, weight loss becomes a trending topic of conversation. The diet industry does their best to appeal to the masses—making promises and promoting fad diets all for the sole purpose of selling their products.

It’s only been a week, but I would bet you’ve already been targeted with messages like “here’s how to lose 10 pounds in a week” and “burn fat by eating this one food” blah blah blah. As you can imagine, this kind of talk exhausts me.

January 01, 2022

What is Pure Joy Wellness? My Philosophy On Living Well Your Whole Life

January 01, 2022/ Renata Joy

Welcome to 2022, everyone! I’m so happy to kick off this new year with you and take this Pure Joy Wellness Community to a whole new level! There are so many exciting launches, surprises, and initiatives I have planned for this year, so in light of that, I wanted to do a kind of “reintroduction” slash “here’s what we stand for” blog post to get everyone in our community in alignment. I’ve done so much reflecting on 2021 and there is a lot I want to get across to both the long-time and new members of the PJW crew. This is sort of a thought-dump, but I promise it’s worth the read!!

Here’s what Pure Joy Wellness is all about…

December 22, 2021

The Best of Pure Joy Wellness 2021 - Part 2

December 22, 2021/ Renata Joy

There are only a few days left of 2021, which means it’s time to finish out the year with PART TWO of the Best Of Pure Joy Wellness Blog posts. (Here’s Part 1 and the PJW Approved Version in case you missed them.) But first, I want to acknowledge our current predicament. I know things are uncertain right now—the coronavirus pandemic is still prevalent, people are getting sick, and it’s unclear what lies ahead for us.

In an effort to take your mind off it, even for a few minutes, here is the second batch of blog post highlights from this year. I hope you’ll find some solace in them, learn something new, and use them to help set your health goals for 2022.

December 17, 2021

5 Ways to Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

December 17, 2021/ Renata Joy

The holidays are a fun time filled with family and FOOD! As great as this time of year is, it can also be super hard on our efforts to stay healthy.

While I am ALL for enjoying yourself and not depriving yourself from your favorite foods and activities, if you have multiple parties and dinners to attend, then you may end up feeling less than great by the end!

December 11, 2021

The Best of 2021 Pure Joy Wellness Approved Products

December 11, 2021/ Renata Joy

We are SO close to the end of the year… It’s surreal to think about. Like I mentioned in my last blog post, I’m using December as an opportunity to reflect and take it all in. It’s been a life-changing year in a lot of ways, and I’m so proud of how far we’ve come as a PJW community.

Last week, I showed you the best blog posts of 2021. This week, we’re doing the best of Pure Joy Wellness Approved products!

December 05, 2021

The Best of Pure Joy Wellness 2021 - Part 1

December 05, 2021/ Renata Joy

Oh 2021.. what a year it’s been! Coming out of 2020, I wasn’t sure what kind of year we were going to have, but I have to say, overall it’s been amazing. As a PJW community, we’ve grown stronger, connected deeply, and brought new people into the fold.

I couldn’t be prouder of all the badass women who are part of this community, including you! To celebrate, I’m using December to highlight the Best of Pure Joy Wellness from 2021.

November 27, 2021

The Biggest Lesson I’ve Learned In 65 Years

November 27, 2021/ Renata Joy

The biggest lesson I’ve learned in my 65 years is absolutely, 100 percent how to let things go. Whenever I tell people that, they ask me to explain, so I decided to center this week’s blog post around that lesson: how I’ve learned to let go.

The tendency to focus on “what IS NOT” instead of “what IS impacts” all of us. We dwell on things we feel are missing from our lives or we concentrate our energy on the areas of our life that we feel are lacking. Relationships, careers, our bodies and our health, even personal finances. In a society hyper-focused on achieving it can be difficult to appreciate what’s right in front of us.

November 12, 2021

65! Yikes! Isn’t That When You’re OLD?

November 12, 2021/ Renata Joy

Last November, I turned 65 years old. It’s surreal to think about. When I look in the mirror, I don’t see an old person, which makes me think: “Maybe being seen as old is just a myth. Maybe people don’t actually perceive 65 that way.”

But then a few weeks ago, I spoke to a group of students at Pace University about Pure Joy Wellness. When I mentioned my age, someone asked me if I feel 65 (implying that was old).

November 06, 2021

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - SkinBetter AlphaRet Products

November 06, 2021/ Renata Joy

For this month’s Pure Joy Wellness Approved, I’m featuring a few products—a set, really. Three products that I’ve been using religiously for several months now that have my skin looking plump, hydrated, and glowy.

Skinbetter—the brand behind all three of the products I’m featuring today—is a science-backed skincare company that leverages research to formulate their products for optimal results.

October 28, 2021

The 4 Exercises Every Woman Over 50 Should Do

October 28, 2021/ Renata Joy

Last week on the blog, I wrote about a habit I adopted in 2021 that has made a major difference in my health (check out my post about bone broth here) and the response I received was overwhelming. So overwhelming, in fact, that I want to share more things that have been game-changers for my health!

With that in mind, let’s talk about an exercise I’ve added to my routine this year that has totally changed my fitness, my body, and my age-related aches and pains… Pilates!

October 22, 2021

The One Food That Has Completely Changed My Body

October 22, 2021/ Renata Joy

For me, 2021 has been a year of discovery—a year of figuring out what I like, what I don’t like, and what I need now that I’m about to turn 65.

I’ve learned so much about myself and my body, and in some ways, I feel like I’ve cracked the code to living my best life. I know what foods make me feel my best, which skincare products actually work, and what workout routines are sustainable and fun for me.

There are a few things I’ve incorporated into my routine that I can’t see myself ever giving up. One of those things is bone broth.

October 14, 2021

How To Build Your Own Home Gym: My Top Tips

October 14, 2021/ Renata Joy

If the last year has taught us anything, it’s that having workout equipment at home is a MUST. And now that many of us are working from home on a more regular basis, there’s no time like the present to perfect your home gym setup!

Much like starting a new workout routine, building your own home gym can seem like an overwhelming task. Where are you supposed to start? What equipment should you invest in?

October 10, 2021

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Oura Ring

October 10, 2021/ Renata Joy

As you probably know, the Pure Joy Wellness Walking Challenge is in full swing—we’re almost halfway through! So, in honor of making it this far, this month’s Pure Joy Wellness Approved product is on theme.

Whether you joined the Walking Challenge with the intention of losing weight, getting more movement in your day, or decreasing your stress and anxiety levels, this product can help you do that, and give you tons of cool info about your body along the way.

Ladies, meet the Oura ring.

September 25, 2021

How To Make Walking More Enjoyable

September 25, 2021/ Renata Joy

If you follow me on social media, you know that the third Pure Joy Wellness Walking Challenge is about to begin! Starting on Saturday, October 2, myself and the rest of the PJW community will be walking for 30 minutes a day for the next 30 days.

The Walking Challenge is about making a commitment to ourselves and one another and sticking to it—and we have a ton of fun motivating and supporting each other along the way!