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GAINS AND GLOW is your all-in travel. fitness. wellness brand. GG inspires you to become your potential, while sparking a curiosity for adventure.
GAINS AND GLOW produces content on travel guides, all things wellness—brands, products, recipes—fitness, and lifestyle. Our collaborations offer: social media reels, brand photography, brand videography, and blog posts.
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GAINS AND GLOW loves to collaborate with brands that focus on travel. fitness. wellness. & that align with our brand mission and brand values:
- MISSION: to inspire you to become your potential, while sparking a curiosity for adventure.
- VALUES: SAVOR. SWEAT. SLAY. Let’s savor foods for performance. Let’s sweat through movement. Let’s slay, anywhere and all the time.
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Raleigh everbowl
📍 6325-17 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 2761
@raleigheverbowl offers df & gf acai bowls, smoothies, wellness foods ✨ located in raleigh, nc
this hidden gem acai shop offers dairy-free, gluten-free, & refined sugar-free acai bowls, smoothies, and wellness foods like refreshing acai lemonade and avocado toast. The granola is gluten-free !!
my order favorites:
⚡️PB Everbowl Acai Bowl: staple, classic acai bowl with delicious gluten-free granola and a drizzle of peanut butter.
⚡️Magic Magic Tropical Bowl: magical mango acai and blue sprulina bowl topped with granola, coconut, and kiwi.
⚡️ Acai Lemonade: natural refreshing lemonade, with the perfect balance of sweetness and tang.
@raleigheverbowl is locally owned. Kim, one of the owners, would love for you to stop in and say hi!





cinnaholic oberlin
📍 1028 Oberlin Rd, Suite 236, Raleigh, NC 27605
@cinnaholic.oberlin | vegan gourmet cinnamon rolls 💫 located in raleigh, nc
✨ this gourmet cinnamon roll shop offers vegan cinnamon rolls, made from scratch daily!
my order favorites:
🐺 Wolfpack cinnamon roll: SO GOOD! for all my @ncstate fans. the cake batter frosting, strawberries, walnuts, & strawberry jam was delicious!
🍓 Berry Crumble Cinnamon roll: amazing!! tastes like an elevated jelly filled donut! the raspberry frosting, berry pie filling, powder sugar, pie crumble was yummy.
🍪 Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough: the best vegan chocolate chip cookie dough I’ve ever had! It’s delicious by the spoonful, right out the cookie dough tub!
✨ @cinnaholic.oberlin is locally owned. Raj, is the owner, and can’t wait for you to stop in and say hi!










LOVESGRASS KITCHEN
📍 300 S Main St STE 108, Holly Springs, NC 27540
@lovegrasskitchen | gluten-free crepes & coffee 💫 located in downtown holly springs, nc
✨ this 100% gluten-free crepe & coffee shop, offers delicious crepes and coffee made with ancient grains and no refined sugars.
my order favorites:
🍓 Gluten-Free Dark Chocolate Strawberry Waffle: simply delicious! topped with local dairy vanilla ice cream.
☕️ Whole Milk Cappuccino: delicious & comforting! made with local dairy.
💫 Chocolate Hzelnut Crêpe: amazing! the hazelnut sauce has no refined sugars, is made with coconut sugar, and is dairy free!
✨ @lovegrasskitchen is locally owned, with Meron & her daughter. They would love for you to stop in and say hi!
✨ follow @gainsandglow for more glow code wellness adventures.




MOOD FOOD
📍 11692 Clayton Blvd, Clayton, NC 27520
@moodfoodclayton | fresh juices & protein smoothies 💪🏼 located in clayton, nc.
✨ this smoothie & juice shop offers fresh juices made daily and protein smoothies with no refined sugars.
my order favorites:
⚡️ Beast Mode Smoothie: tastes like a health reese’s! It includes unflavored whey protein & sugar free chocolate hershey syrup.
🍍 Daily Detox Juice: has a nice ginger kick to it. it contains ginger, pineapple, coconut water!
🥥 @moodfoodclayton makes all of their juices fresh and pressed daily. checkout Mood Food in Clayton, NC for juice on the go or a protein smoothie post-workout!
✨ follow @gainsandglow for more glow code wellness adventures.






JTOP’S BBQ SHOP
📍 8948 Cleveland Rd, Clayton, NC 27520
@jtopsbbqshop | mom & pop bbq 🐖 located in clayton, nc
🐖 this hole in the wall, mom & pop shop offers mouthwatering carolina barbecue, brisket, and ribs—cooked overnight, every night.
my order: The Sampler! it’s a tray full of several of the meats & sides to try.
my favorite pickings were:
🐖 brisket burnt ends, were delicious!
🐖 smoked sausage, was insanely good!!
🐖 pork baby back ribs, so good !!
🥓 @jtopsbbqshop is a family owned local mom & pop bbq shop that uses good ole carolina pork. checkout @jtopsbbqshop in Clayton, NC for the perfect lunch spot or catering option.
⚡️follow @gainsandglow for more glow code wellness adventures.







RALEIGH ROLLS
📍 411 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC 27603
@raleighrolls | fresh rolled ice cream 🍦 located in downtown raleigh, nc in @morganstreetfoodhall
🍦 this ice cream parlour in @morganstreetfoodhall offers fresh rolled ice cream, with dairy free options.
my order favorites:
🍦 Benelux Biscoffee: a biscoff cookie is mixed-in & @beneluxcoffee. it is topped with whipped cream & a biscoffee cookie. SO good!
🍦 Dairy Free Ice Cream Base: Coconut & Soy Milk. I made my own DIY DF banana sundae with sprinkles, strawberries, and chocolate syrup.
🍫 Chocolate Overload: perfect for chocolate lovers!! topped with whipped cream, m&ms, and chocolate syrup.
🍦 @raleighrolls offers fresh rolled ice cream with so many variations, including dairy-free & gluten-free options. checkout @raleighrolls in Downtown Raleigh, NC for the perfect ice cream spot made right in front of you.
⚡️follow @gainsandglow for more glow code wellness adventures.
PIN POINT RALEIGH
📍 2201 S Wilmington St Suite 145, Raleigh, NC 27603
@pinpointraleigh | indoor pickleball & golf 🏓 located near downtown raleigh, nc in
🏓 this indoor pickleball & golf stimulator facility is great to get your fitness & fun on!
🏓 suitable for friends, families, & or a rainy day when outdoor pickleball isn’t an option!
⚡️follow @gainsandglow for more glow code fitness & wellness adventures.
SKINTUITION
📍 242 S Main St, Suit 116, Holly Springs, NC 27540, United States
@skintuitionnc | holistic facials & wellness spa ✨ located in downtown holly springs, nc
✨ this holistic wellness haven offers luxury facials using the power of plants.
✨ I did the Cryo-Thermal Glow Facial that includes botanical oils, masks, & red light therapy to make your skin glowing!! I loved it & my skin did too!
✨ @skintuitionnc offers skincare rejuvenation & relaxation.
⚡️follow @gainsandglow for more glow code wellness adventures.






LOVEGRASS kitchen
📍 300 S Main St STE 108, Holly Springs, NC 27540
✨ Lovegrass Kitchen’s newest gluten-free & organic crêpes and lattes are the perfect spring brunch finds!
my order favorites:
🫐 Lemon Blueberry Crêpe: tastes like a healthier blueberry pie o & is topped with homemade whipped cream.
⚡️ Le Rosbif Crêpe: healthier take on a philly cheesesteak. a great option for some extra protein.
☕️ Mocha Latte: delightful latte made with in-house homemade chocolate syrup!
✨ @lovegrasskitchen is locally owned, with Meron & her daughter. They would love for you to stop in and say hi!