[sharethis] Size matters. That’s why the 2nd step of your Clean Eating Action Plan deals with good ole portions. Portion control is another clean eating basic that can trip us up. When you are eating real nutrient-dense foods, your body understands how to process effectively. This gives you more energy, you burn fat easily, and all cells get what they … Read More
[sharethis] Eating clean…what does that exactly mean? Food is the fuel that keeps your body running smoothly, looking and feeling sexy and free from pain and illness. When you eat clean, you eat food that is anti-inflammatory (lots of dark leafy greens, veggies, fruit, quinoa, lentils, nuts, seeds, etc…) You know, real, whole food. I keep Michael Pollans’ book, Food … Read More
[sharethis] It’s the last day of 2014…what are you up to? Maybe celebrating? It’s green juice, I swear! So is your liver giving you the middle finger these days? All the sugar, alcohol (if you drink it), caffeine…the non-stop eating… the poor liver needs a good cleansing! It’s about that time to start thinking about your New Year’s Resolutions. Possibly … Read More
[sharethis] I LOVE food. Especially holiday food. I scour Pinterest for recipe ideas and go through my cookbooks each year in order to make something divine. I strive to have my taste buds say, “Oh, man. This is sooooooo good.” During the holidays, I put on my cute Anthropologie apron, light a cinnamon-type spice candle, and listen to my This … Read More
[sharethis] During the Juice It Up! challenge, we are drinking (well, technically eating) lots of yummy veggies and fruits for 3 days. So very proud of all the Juice It Up! superstars who cleansed with me this week. We juiced our hearts out for 3 days! Wellness superstars from all over the globe (United States, Canada, Great Britain, South Africa, … Read More
[sharethis] During the Juice It Up! challenge, we are drinking (well, technically eating) lots of yummy veggies and fruits for 3 days. Well, here we are on Day 3 already! So tell me, what have you noticed during your cleanse? More energy? Clear focus? Waking up without an alarm clock? I’m having a blast with our beautiful community, seeing what … Read More
[sharethis] During the Juice It Up! challenge, we are drinking (well, technically eating) lots of yummy veggies and fruits for 3 days. For many, Day 2 of a juice cleanse is the make it or break it point. You’re now settled into the routine and not quite yet reaped the glowing rewards. Juicing is a commitment, and you are … Read More
[sharethis] During the Juice It Up! challenge, we are drinking (well, technically eating) lots of yummy veggies and fruits for 3 days. You’re juicing it up! Oh happy day! On Day 1, make sure to keep busy. Do what you need to keep your mind off food because that hunger feeling can strike. Basically you aren’t hungry as with one … Read More
[sharethis] I’ve been asked many times in my life… What do you believe? I don’t have to even take time to think about my answer. I know the truth instantly. I believe that the body knows EVERYTHING. It does. Absolutely. Have you ever gotten a feeling? Maybe in your body that tells you something is wrong or just not right? … Read More
The other day I was being interviewed for a wellness tele-summit series. A fellow health coach invited me to speak about health coaching, detox, juicing. Then she asked me one, big, deep question at the end of our chat. “If you had only ONE thing to tell everyone listening, only ONE idea that you would like us to take … Read More
Juicy Self-Love Self-love is probably the number one way of boosting your mood and honoring the relationship with your body. I know that I get so busy, taking care of the kids, the house, and running my own business, I sometimes forget about me. Little ole’ me needs some lovin’ too. To find love, you must first find it … Read More
[sharethis] The 21 Day Green Up Smoothie Challenge Day 21 Yay! Day 21 is here! AND you did it! Many of us are really feeling the benefits of the greens. The changes you might notice can be big or small. I’ve noticed that my mind is clear and focused, and I feel pretty light, not so much … Read More
[sharethis] The 21 Day Green Up Smoothie Challenge Day 20 The greens added to our smoothies can sure help with balance. Ahhhh, balance. You are told to strive for balance in your life. In my opinion, that’s pretty difficult to accomplish. There are so many outside sources that can get you out of whack with life: … Read More
[sharethis] The 21 Day Green Up Smoothie Challenge Day 19 Want to have your cake and eat it to? Certainly…especially if you throw in nutrient-packed spinach and chia seeds to give this drink a double power punch. The dates make it sweet. Go ahead and make it! Boost: 1 Tbsp. chia seeds Blend all ingredients and … Read More
[sharethis] The 21 Day Green Up Smoothie Challenge Day 18 Love egg nog? Celebrate the season with Holiday Nog. This tasty smoothie drink has a pumpkin/nutmeg twist to it. With a burst of chia seeds to pump up the protein and omega 3, you’re all set! Chia, a wonder superfood, is also: balance blood … Read More
[sharethis] The 21 Day Green Up Smoothie Challenge Day 17 Kick Start Green Smoothie has one of my favorite greens as the star ingredients: Swiss Chard. This power food is nutrient dense and packed with: Vitamin A and C for boosting immunity High doses of calcium and magnesium (great for your bones) Vitamin E for preventing … Read More