Tonic Bar

Hi Chicago Friends. I want to share with you some exciting news. My Tonic Bar will be collaborating with Green Circle Wellness Clinic in Chicago. I am so excited about this collaboration.
- It means a lot to receive the trust from the experts. Believe me, my blends were tested and reviewed by the team of professionals at the clinic.
- I personally use the clinic. I still have bad days once in a while. I get bloated, gassy, and uncomfortable. We are all SO different, so whatever works for one person may not work for others. And of course you don’t need to wait till you struggle to be proactive.
- I am excited to share a special discount for all the patients of Green Circle Wellness Clinic.
If you got any concerns about your digestive system or want to use any other services they offer, schedule your first consultation. Mention 'My Tonic Bar' and you will receive a special discount on the service.
If you want to hear my review and feedback on my recent visit, check out this IGTV video on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/tv/By5Gc14FCFd/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
If you are a current patient in the clinic, reach out for a special discount on your next order.

I don’t have a medical degree to make any claims when it comes to my blends. And to be honest, the last thing that I want to do is to push my products as a magical medicine or a pill. However, I know for a fact that gut-brain connection is real. Do you agree? I have been struggling with gut issues, eating disorder, and mental health for over 9 years. I felt uncomfortable in my own body, anxious, and lost. Only through love, gratitude, and natural supplementation like gelatin, I was able to get to the place where I am right now. I still have bad days. I get bloated, gassy, and uncomfortable sometimes. Therefore, I think it is very important to see trusted professionals once in a while to check your blood, stool, and maybe food sensitivities. We are all SO different, so whatever works for one person may not work for others. And of course you don’t need to wait till you struggle to be proactive. I want to share with you my experience visiting @greencirclewellness here in Chicago. I was skeptical to go there at first. Not just them but any clinic. I’ve seen so many doctors in the past that I honestly was just tired. I am sure some of you can relate. BUT I walked out from my second visit feeling like I got in the right hands. They are straightforward, detailed, knowledgable and real. I am sharing more details on my visit in this video. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

Hi Friends, I get asked quite often why didn't I jump on the bandwagon and used MCT oil powder in my delicious blends? MCT oil has become a very popular supplement due to the fact that it provides the body and brain with an efficient, potent source of fuel for increased energy.
However, there are still plenty of individuals who notice that when they take MCT oil – they get side effects, some of which can be very unpleasant.
- Diarrhea is perhaps the most common side effect. Experiencing a severe bout of diarrhea is extremely common when people first start taking MCTs.
- Some people notice that they tend to get very gassy and fart a lot when they start taking MCTs.
- Some people have pointed out that MCTs cause gastrointestinal irritation.
- Many people notice that their stomach feels gassy, they experience diarrhea, or abnormal bowel movements when they first start supplementing MCTs.
If you are experiencing any of the above side effects of MCT oil but still want to make it part of your daily life, here are some tips on how to minimize some unpleasant effects of MCT oil.
- Take it with food
- Reduce the dosage
- Switch types and/or brands
- Wait for body to adapt
- Discontinue
I want to hear your experience with MCT oil. Let me know by commenting below.

Hi Friends, You know how much I love our beautiful turmeric blend, Golddigger. It is so unique and so aromatic. We combine grass fed and pasture-raised beef gelatin, organic turmeric, cacao powder, ashwagandha, coconut sugar, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in this blend. It is outstanding!
I couldn't wait to share with you a delicious way to use this blend. We are creating butternut squash and h**p seeds panna cotta today. It is so easy to make and you will be blown away how tasty it is.
Grab the recipe by clicking the link:
http://bit.ly/2KjsOC1
I hope you enjoy it!

Chicago friends, there are more exciting news! My Tonic Bar will be part of Pop-Up Shop with 4 other amazing brands. The pop up is from September 4th till September 14th at Box Shop related at 729n W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661. Please join us for a launch party on September 4th from 5pm till 7pm. Click the link to register:

Female Food Founders Launch Party! Join these female founders for a summer evening of sipping and samples as they launch the opening of their Pop Up Shop!* Lil Bucks: Sprouted (gluten free!) buckwheat is the perfect addition for smoothie bowls, yogurt or toast! https://www.lovelilbucks.com/ My Tonic Bar: Ready-to-mix, powdered hot be...

Hi Chicago Friends,
I am so excited to announce that we are launching two of my favorite blends on the menu at LYFE Kitchen in Chicago.
☕️Adaptogenic Latte features our 'Won't Give Up Coffee' Booster. Pick your milk of choice and enjoy aromatic wellness beverage.
🌕Golden Latte is created using our 'Golddigger'. Don't be shy to ask for a shot of espresso in it. This combination will blow you away!

Both beverages are available in all three locations starting August 28th:

LYFE Kitchen in River North - 413 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654
LYFE Kitchen Gold Coast - 831 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610
LYFE Kitchen Streeterville - 270 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611

So MUCH-A happiness we have seeing you posting such beautiful photos of tonics 🍵Would you take a picture of anything that was just average? Something that you were not excited about? When you create anything with love, passion, and smile, your body anticipates the same thing ❤️And what happens when you take your first sip? Your body responds with love ❤️For some of us, it is proper digestion, energy, excitement, and just good vibes. Give it a try! It works 100% . Thank you Alex + Jordan from for this amazing photo of our MUCH-A Focus 🍵
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Hi Friends, I bet you hear about medicinal mushrooms everywhere. As simple as this may seem, medicinal mushrooms as a category encompass more than just mushrooms. This is due to the fact that a mushroom is just one stage or “plant part” of a fungal organism. This is important to distinguish if the product is made from mushrooms or mycelium.
I like this picture of the the basidiomycete life cycle. What is commonly referred to as a medicinal mushroom is actually a fungal organism with three distinct plant parts: mushroom, mycelium and spore. Mycelium is the “body” of a fungal organism whereas the mushroom is considered the “fruiting body”. Mushroom and mycelium are not synonymous!
It is therefore important to make this distinction. One can correctly say Reishi mycelium or Ganoderma mycelium. But it is incorrect to say Reishi mushroom mycelium since these are separate entities. It follows that one cannot have a product label that says Reishi mushroom when the ingredients are primarily Reishi mycelium or Reishi spores.

Next time when you pick up any mushroom product, check the label. Does it say Reishi mushroom? Reishi mushroom mycelium? Or Reishi mycelium? Some products will list the latin name, Ganoderma lucidum, without mentioning mushroom or mycelium. Honest companies will reveal if the product is mycelium. Many companies selling mycelium products will have the word “mushroom” everywhere. In their literature, label, website. Seeing the word mushroom so many times can obscure the actual product – low potency mycelium on grain.

In summary, the mycelium “body” accumulates food and energy which enables it to spread and to ultimately produce a mushroom. I hope this helps to make the right decision when you buy your next mushroom powder supplement.

🍒CHERRY CHARCOAL SHROOM PUDDING 🍒
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Who is excited for this delicious healthy pudding recipe?
2 oz of cold brew concentrate. I like but you can use regular coffee instead
10oz hot water
2 tbsp of canned coconut milk, cream, or just milk of your choice
2 tbsp of Shroom Mocha
1 cup of fresh pitted cherries
2 small dates of sweetener of your choice
1 tsp of activated charcoal
Blend all the ingredients, pour in a mug, put in the fridge, and leave for a few hours or overnight. Top with your favorite yogurt 🌊Enjoy!
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Hi Friends, Did you know that you can incorporate our blends into baking? I love making soft cookies using our blends. Gelatin makes the texture of the cookies soft and chewy, aromatic spices add flavor, and superfoods and adaptogens make them super healthy. To add extra spin, I am adding one of my favorite Mint Chocolate CBD oils from Charlotte's Web. If CBD is not your thing, you can just add a few drops of peppermint extract. I like using 'Much-A Focus' blend for this recipe. Mint, chocolate, and matcha flavors complement each other so well.
I hope you enjoy it!

Grab the recipe by clicking the link below.
http://bit.ly/2GMey2q

DIGEST YOUR LIFE 🧠💩
“The colon represents our ability to let go, to release that which we no longer need. The body, being in the perfect rhythm and flow of life, needs a balance of intake, assimilation and elimination. It is only our fears that block the releasing of the old. Even if constipated people are not actually stingy, they usually do not trust that there will ever be enough. They hold on to old relationships that give them pain. They are afraid to throw out clothes that have been in the closet for years because they might need them some day. They stay in sitting jobs, or never give themselves pleasure, because they must save for that rainy day. We do not rummage in last night’s garbage to find today’s meal. Learn to trust the process of life to always bring you what you need.” YOU CAN HEAL YOUR LIFE ~ Louise Hay ❤️
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