The Weekly Slice

Mythbusting These TikTok Health Trends

TikTok is the realm of literally everything and anything under the sun. If you’re on health-tok (frequently seeing health related TikToks), you have definitely watched videos encouraging you to buy, do, or eat certain things that are supposedly good for you. At ThirdLeaf NW, we know a thing or two about health, but before you…

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5 Office Perks to Attract New Hires & Keep Current Employees Happy

When you’re running a business, it’s important to provide some extra incentive to attract new hires to your company. Not only that, but you also want to keep your current employees happy so they’ll stick around for a long time to come. A bored, unfulfilled team leads to low productivity and a high turnover rate….

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Pumpkins Aplenty!

Fall is in the air, and you know what that means? Pumpkins! Despite some controversy, pumpkins are in fact fruits since they start from a flower and bear seeds. And like most other fruits, there are different varieties of the pumpkin which have different uses throughout the autumn season! We’ll educate you on a few……

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Let’s Work on Those Carbon Footprints!

A carbon footprint is the amount of greenhouse gasses, such as carbon dioxide or methane, emitted due to our production and consumption of products and services. We know this term isn’t new, but it’s still a major issue. The average American’s carbon footprint is 16 tons, which is one of the highest in the world…

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How to Work From Home and Still Be Productive

Ever since March 2020, the standard workplace has changed and evolved to the point that there really isn’t a “standard” anymore. With an abundance of jobs becoming hybrid or remote, the average work week is no longer an in-person nine-to-five. It’s more of a “Yeah, I’ll log on for the Zoom meeting at 9, but…

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Everything to Know About Washington’s Apples

Washington state is the leading producer of apples in the United States dating back to the 1920s. Now that September is here and the leaves are falling, our favorite harvest is back in season! The majority of Washington’s apple harvests consist of Gala (20%), Red Delicious (14%), Honeycrisp (14%), Granny Smith (13.4%), and Fuji (12.7%)….

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Labor Day Recipes We’re Drooling Over!

Though Labor Day means the end of summer for most, we see it as another opportunity to get together with friends and family (and every gathering needs amazing food)! If you’re hosting the event or just in charge of bringing an appetizer or dessert, look no further because we’ve got you covered! Drinks: Spiked Strawberry Lemonade…

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Your Seattle Hiking Guide

The weather is finally starting to cool off as we reach the end of August into September. And what better way to kick off the season than by going on a hike! Hikes are, in our opinion, one of the best ways to get outside and get active. Here are some great trails to check…

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What’s My Gut Got to Do With It?

Did you know that every person has over 200 different species of bacteria in their digestive tract? These microorganisms live in the “gut microbiome,” AKA your intestines. Some can be harmful to the body, but most are essential for your overall wellness. Gut health has been linked to the immune system, mental health, cardiovascular disease,…

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Prioritizing Mental Health

At ThirdLeaf NW, health is at the core of our values. This usually comes across as healthy eating or wellness in the workplace, but both of these initiatives relate to mental health. Since the start of the pandemic, the generality of anxiety and depression has increased over 25%. Due to this alarming rate, mental health…

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