[sharethis] Day 21…I’m so happy and sad at the same time. Happy that “We did it!” Sad it’s our last Green Up Challenge day. But you know what? It’s not goodbye. Let’s continue sharing our thoughts, insights and our smoothie pics with each other. Also, use #21DayGreenUp so I can find your pretty creations, too, throughout the year. Also, many … Read More
[sharethis] I mentioned adding maca to my smoothie the other day… So what is maca anyway? Maca, maca, maca… there’s so much to tell you but I’ll be brief. Maca has been around thousands of years. Studies have shown that maca nourishes the endocrine system so adding this powder to your smoothies can help with stress and support your adrenals. … Read More
[sharethis] We are now on Week 3! Our dark leafy greens are the bomb! Here’s a super “keep your greens fresh” tip from Billie: “I buy pre-cut, pre-washed greens (like Kale, Collard Greens and Spinach) and freeze the bags. When I make my batch of smoothies in the morning I grab 2-3 handfuls of the greens and throw them in … 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