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Fight for your health!

"You can't rewrite your past, but you can grab a clean sheet of paper and write your future." * These days, we are all spending more time thinking about the meaning and purpose and priorities in our lives. As a health coach who stresses the importance of self care, I believe more than ever that people need to take control of their own health in order to be socially responsible during this Covid-19 pandemic. To do YOUR part in helping with this crisis, you need to be strong a

Fight for your health!

My "Go To" Summer Beverage

This summer, with temperatures reaching well into the 90's and humidity levels above 60 percent, staying well hydrated is important for everyone, especially when exercising. I have been trying my best to find the perfect re- fueling beverage for my post run recovery drink. Consuming enough water is most important but replacing lost electrolytes and getting the right balance can be a challenge for some. Too much sugar or sodium can cause some runners to cramp up so I look for

My "Go To" Summer Beverage

Let's Make Zoodles!

If you love the spiralizer tool, you’ll love this recipe for using it! Ingredients: • 2 zucchini • 1 summer squash • ½ tsp olive oil • ½ lb. washed button mushrooms • 2 veggie burgers (your choice). My favorite is Hilary’s • Tomato sauce (healthy store-bought or homemade). One of my favorite brands is Rao’s Tomato Basil. (Ingredients: Italian tomatoes, olive oil, fresh onions, fresh basil, salt, fresh garlic, black pepper, oregano). Directions: Wash the zucchini and squash. T

Let's Make Zoodles!

Top 3 Timesaving Tools for the Kitchen

I’ll let you in on a secret: I don’t always have time to make a meal. But I know how important it is to make a lot of my own meals in order to live the healthy lifestyle I want. That doesn’t mean cooking has to be a chore, though! My favorite kitchen tools help me and my hubby make delicious, nutritious meals and snacks – faster and easier than we ever thought possible. I’ve listed them below and provided links for you to see the product. Please note -- I don’t promote any on

Top 3 Timesaving Tools for the Kitchen

Why Eggs are EGG-cellent For Health!

In my opinion, eggs get an awful rap in the world of nutrition, but to me they are an egg-cellent choice when it comes to eating healthy. ( More on this is a future post!)* Here some of my reasons for devouring a couple of them at least once a week: • Protein. Protein is absolutely a necessary nutrient – it builds and maintains muscle, which helps reduce fat. It supports brain function and boosts our metabolism. And as part of a healthy meal, it helps us feel satisfied, longe

Why Eggs are EGG-cellent For Health!

Tea, Anyone?

Now is a great time to learn about the benefits of tea and why you might want to swap out your coffee for tea, add it to your day, or continue drinking it if you’re already a tea-lover. Tea dates back to 2700 B.C. According to an article published by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Chinese legend says that leaves from an Camellia sinensis plant fell into Emperor Shennong's cup of boiling water – and tea was born, brewed and boosted around the world for its soothing qu

Tea, Anyone?

Big Green Juice

Winter Flu season is here, Bee Fitters, so you need to consume lots of antioxidants to help build up your immune system. Here's one of my favorite juices to help ward off a cold! This juice recipe contains cucumber, which adds phytonutrients with valuable antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer benefits. Ingredients: • 1 green apple • 1 large cucumber • 1/2 bunch of curly kale • 1 handful of spinach • 1 handful of parsley • 1 lemon • 4-5 stalks of celery Di

Big Green Juice

YOU are what YOU Eat!

Let's be honest with ourselves, WE ARE WHAT WE EAT. It's true- the food we eat does have an impact on our physical AND mental health. When we eat healthy, nutritious foods, we tend to feel better and look better and also perform everyday tasks better. When we eat foods laden with excess fat and sugar or salt, we tend to feel terrible, both physically and mentally. So the next time you don't feel well, take a look at what you are eating and try to make some changes everyday

YOU are what YOU Eat!

A Soup to Warm the Soul!

From Café Sunflower With the freezing cold weather and flu season upon us, here is the perfect recipe to help keep you warm and healthy! This delicious, satisfying soup contains spices high in medicinal qualities and has powerful carotenoids and antioxidants that can protect your body from free radical damage. Turmeric boosts detoxification, fights inflammation, reduces blood sugar, boosts cognitive function, promotes healthy mood, and supports weight loss. Saffron is high in

A Soup to Warm the Soul!

What's Your Favorite Fall Veggie?

Because we can get most vegetables any time of the year, we may forget that certain vegetables are at their peak flavor in the Fall. A few of my favorite vegetables harvested in the Fall include eggplant, green beans, beets, parsnips, sweet potatoes (yams) and of course, winter squash. See Fall Veggie list below. These Fall vegetables are high in fiber, helping us feel fuller, longer, and keeping our digestive system running smoothly. The most popular Fall vegetables are wint

What's Your Favorite Fall Veggie?

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