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Hi there, I’m Karen.

Karen Friend Smith

Wellness Advocate | Health Educator

I am a wellness advocate + educator living in San Diego, California. When I’m not out ‘preaching the word’ writing & speaking about safer products, aging well & conscious consumerism, I am training for marathons with my hubby of 28+ years & hanging with my orange tabby cat – affectionately known as Mr. Stinky.

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01. Join my community.

I love sharing healthy recipes, habits, products & resources that will help you feel better, look better & do better for yourself & our planet.

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02. Shop my online store.

Have I mentioned I’m a consultant with Beautycounter – the #1 Googled beauty brand of 2018? Come check out my store & let me match you up with some safer options for skincare, cosmetics & more!

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03. Want to get in touch?

I’m always looking for new connections & places to share my tips for healthy living, shopping safer & aging well. Let’s have a chat and see where it goes!

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Health Nut + Clean Product Junkie.

I’ve spent the last 15 years learning about nutrition, wellness, the food industry & unraveling the mis-information I grew up with when it comes to health & fitness. I am by no means a perfectionist when it comes to health, but am constantly learning & making improvements.

Advocate.

As part of the clean beauty movement, I am actively involved in advocating for safer products & better regulation when it comes to health & environmental concerns. This includes local, state & national efforts & advocacy. As well as volunteering & supporting efforts with Women’s Voices for the Earth.

Writer. Speaker. Trainer.

I’ve always had a knack for writing. I started off in translation, then spent most of my career as a publisher of community magazines & newspapers. Writing is always at the heart of my endeavors. I enjoy writing in a way that teaches people how to implement something new.

Volunteer.

There’s nothing better than helping someone make a positive change in their life. I teach individuals and small groups in custom designed nutrition + wellness programs that are based in developing healthy habits. I also help develop & train new advocates within the clean beauty industry.

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Drop me a line!

I’m accepting new clients through the rest of the year. Please drop me a line and we’ll get started with your next project!

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