We all crave that time of year when we get to show off some skin and enjoy being outdoors in the warm, sunny weather. However, the best part about summer is that it brings us a plethora of fresh fruits and vegetables. And they’re all filled with amazing health benefits. Read on to find out […]
Easter is my favorite holiday! The weather is soft, plants are blooming and critters of all types are preparing for their young. It is a time of creation and fertilization. And it is always close to, or on my birthday. Easter is like that….it moves around. Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday following the […]
It’s clear, odorless, and tasteless, but life cannot exist without it. Water keeps us alive. It keeps our cells hydrated and plump. It also flushes out toxins to naturally cleanse our insides. There are times when drinking it gets redundant and boring. Instead of buying vitamin water, flavored sparkling water or sports drinks, why not […]
You may remember Brussels sprouts as those small, round veggies that ended up on your plate as a child. Like most children, you probably didn’t want to eat them or cringed at the way they smelled while cooking. Despite these little drawbacks, however, they were put on your plate for good reason: they’re actually one […]
Greens, Eggs and No Ham! [Serves 1] INGREDIENTS1 tablespoon coconut oil4-5 kale leaves shredded or cut into ribbons2 eggs2 sprigs of mint, minced (optional)Sea salt and pepper Heat coconut oil in a pan until melted, add kale and sauté until bright green and a bit wilted. Crack eggs into the kale and mix to scramble […]
The best part about summer is that it brings us a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. And they’re all filled with amazing health benefits. Here are some of the healthy foods you can enjoy this summer. Watermelons How can you go wrong with a fruit that’s 92% water, tastes like summer and smells even […]
Think living a long and healthy life well into your nineties or even one hundred years old is only for those lucky few who hit the genetic lottery? Think again. Lifestyle factors, i.e. the things you do everyday over the long-term – can add up to increase the number of quality years in your lifespan. […]
There is a rich history in your spice rack. All the original spices traded during the Middle Ages like black pepper, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and nutmeg are still in use today. Ancient Egyptians preserved their mummies with herbs and spices. They also fed garlic to pyramid workers to increase production. Olympic athletes in Greece […]
Chocolate Mint Smoothie INGREDIENTS 1 cup almond milk 1 large handful spinach ½ banana 2 – 4 tablespoons raw cacao (adjust to your preference) 2 tablespoons fresh mint squirt of stevia ½ cup ice (optional) Blend and enjoy! Cranberry Oatmeal Smoothie INGREDIENTS ½ cup unsweetened cranberry juice ½ cup frozen strawberries ½ cup almond milk […]
Eating your vegetables is a big part of getting and staying healthy. As a wellness coach, one of the ways I help my clients is to help them get more vegetables in their diet. One vegetable I always recommend is broccoli. Now before you click away hear me out. People seem to have strong opinions […]
Keeping a healthy digestive system can sometimes seem overwhelming. Eat this for one part, eat that for another. Make sure the cultures are live and you get enough fiber. An adult digestive system is about 30 feel long and has a range of pH from 1.5 to 7.0 and six hollow organs. It is a […]
If you read the blog 10 Ways to Better Gut Health you already know how important your gut microbiome is and by now have probably tried at least one of those ways. (Click here to read the blog) Let’s pretend you haven’t gotten around to trying one of those ten yet. You haven’t forgotten about […]