Super Seeds for Super Powers
Are you ready to access your SUPER POWERS? Vibrant energy to get you through the day. Clear mental focus at work. Lasting strength and stamina for workouts and sports….
Are you a Superfoods Superhero?
Superfoods are a new buzzword, and a fun way to remember those foods that are jam-packed with goodness. I love sharing them with clients and making it easy to get a days worth of nutrients and benefits in an easy way. When Stephanie Merchant approached me about being a part of her Superfood Superheros Summit, and told me who else was appearing, I was thrilled. I’ll be speaking September 9th, followed by 10 other experts on foods that make us feel great. We’re all authors, and as Stephanie says, “Today’s hottest nutrition rock stars.” Tune in to this event and learn; · The five super foods that will reverse and prevent signs of aging · The superfoods that squash those “carby” cravings that lead to binge eating, wacky blood sugar levels and weight gain · The best time of day to enjoy various superfoods · Low-cost ways to enjoy superfoods on a budget · Which superfoods to choose to clear up acne, sun damage, pesky skin conditions, as well as help nail and hair growth · And more! This five-day event is free, and the information is going to be invaluable. Click this link to join us…I’ll…
Guest Blogger: Elizabeth Rider’s Mediterranean Kale Salad
Elizabeth Rider is an energetic health coach, who helps other health coaches find their sweet spot. She’s a marketing talent, and a sweetheart of a gal. Here’s her delicious…
Yerba Mate isn’t tea
I’m not a coffee girl, as I’ve shared, so teas and warming drinks help me get through the day. I believe that almost anything can be solved by a…
How a Juice Cleanse Brought Mr. & Mrs. Thompson closer
My husband and I recently did an eight-day juice fast… not a big deal for me, as a nutrition coach, but a pretty big step for my hub. His idea of “green” was sautéed spinach and eggs, and healthy food means his morning protein smoothie. But green juice? Never. It turned out to be a pretty big deal for our marriage. You’re probably familiar with the physical effects of cleansing or juicing.. glowing skin (wow- like a moonbeam), weight loss (a good five for me, eight for him—darn those men), increased energy (energizer bunny- after two days for me, the entire time for him-darn again), and clear thinking; but not much is said about the emotional piece. There’s a big part of the cleansing ritual that rocks our emotional world. The more intense the cleanse + the longer you go, the more profound your experience may be. Juicers should come with a warning: Proceed at risk. Juicing may put you in touch with long forgotten emotional issues you’d rather leave dormant. Each time I cleanse, I’m surprised at the insights, revelations and forgiveness that surfaces. Old thoughts come in, sometimes days of negative stuff, comments, hurts, offense, fears. Why am I…
5 foods for every(healthy)body
My cell phone rang. “Hey, it’s me. If you could only recommend 5 foods for your health, just 5, that are non-negotiable, what would they be? What can’t you…
Drink Your Chia
The warmer weather (finally) is making me want to get out and move, so I thought I’d share my favorite sports recovery drink with you. This is great for…
The Many Uses of Coconut
It occurred to me the other day, as I was cooking with a couple of different coconut products, that I probably use some part of this marvelous nut each…
Alien Juice (green smoothie)
My sister’s husband is set in his ways. He’s in good health, and he maintains his ideal weight, but he eats like a big kid. He makes faces at…
Kale Salad in a Jar
The winner of our contest to win The Blood Sugar Solution Cookbook, by Mark Hyman, MD is Abby White! Abby submitted this Kale, Cherry, Pistachio and Brussels Salad in a Jar to us, and it made us want to stop everything and try it. Brussels and kale are in season right now, so grab some fresh local veggies and start mixing! Abby tells us that this salad holds up well, even when you toss it with the dressing. I’m guessing it gives the flavors a chance to meld, and the kale and brussels time to marinate. Thank you, Abby, and thanks also to the fabulous other contestants. We received dozens of fabulous recipes, and it was a really tough call. The good news is that I decided to name a second place winner, who will receive a copy of my anthology, Optimism!. We’re announcing that winner soon, so stay tuned. Kale, Cherry, Pistachio and Brussels Salad in a Jar Ingredients 1 bunch of Lacinato Kale, thinly sliced 1 bunch of Brussels Sprouts, sliced into thin ribbons 1/2 cup of red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup of dried cherries 1/4 cup of pistachio nuts Dressed with 1 tablespoons of EVOO,…
