Posts Tagged ‘diet and nutrition’

Stevia: the REAL deal

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Kick that fake artificial sweetener habit now, putting chemicals in your body is not the way to go. Real, all natural and non-processed is the answer. Try stevia! It is an herb and all natural sweetener made from the leaves of stevia plant. Stevia has no chemicals, no alcohols and it doesn’t raise blood sugar. Sprinkle it in smoothies, on popcorn or in your morning oatmeal if you are using fake sweeteners. Your body will thank you and feel so much better. You can find stevia at your local market in the baking section. Why not give it a try! If the taste of stevia is not for you and you need a little something sweet opt for all natural raw brown sugar but don’t go too crazy. If you slowly cut back on the amount of sugar you use, your body will adjust and with time you will find that you won’t need as much.

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Pretty Pretty Peach: National Peach Month!

August is national peach month! Pick the perfect peach and let your body reap the benefits! Get your potassium fix through this fabulous fruit. People with low potassium levels suffer a variety of different symptoms such as low energy, weak muscles, poor memory and hypertension. So remember to get your daily dose of this mineral. Peaches are 80% water and a great source of water-soluble fiber keeping you fuller for longer. They also contain iron, and a variety of different vitamins. The Vitamin A in peaches is great for your vision, immune system and skin. Unlike most fruits peaches contain both calcium and phosphorus. Research has shown that for bone strength calcium needs to use phosphorus, and calcium doesn’t work as well alone to build those beautiful bones. Take advantage of national peach month and indulge in a juicy, delicious, pretty-pretty peach! Feeling festive? Below are 10 divine healthy peach recipes courtesy of FitSugar! Don’t be afraid to get creative in your kitchen!

Healthy Peach Recipes: http://www.fitsugar.com/Healthy-Peach-Recipes-18689804

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Cravings: Curious about why you crave certain foods?

There are a variety of different factors both physical and psychological; I work with clients to understand and conquer their personal cravings. High sugar and saturated fat foods (think processed junk foods) increase your levels of ghrelin, a hormone that stimulates your appetite and makes you crave more fake, highly processed foods. If you balance your blood sugar levels with the right combination of foods every three to four hours, you will feel empowered, satisfied and not craving that junk food. Not to mention you will feel happier, be more productive and simply glow!

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National Watermelon Day!

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It’s National Watermelon Day! Celebrate by sipping on a fresh watermelon juice or explore this delish Thai Shrimp Skewer Watermelon-Avocado recipe below! Watermelon is a great source of essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. This refreshing thirst quencher is a great source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C; the antioxidants in these vitamins help neutralize free radicals in our bodies that can lead to chronic illnesses and other health related issues. So, go munch away on yummy melon and celebrate!

Thai Shrimp Skewers with Watermelon and Avocado:

http://cleaneatingmag.com/Recipes/Recipe/Thai-Grilled-Shrimp-Skewers-with-Watermelon-Avocado.aspx

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Beautiful Bio-Individuality

Bio-individuality: no diet works for everyone. One person’s fuel can be another person’s poison. The trick is learning to understand your body and what works for you. Trends, latest diet fads and quick fixes are not the answer to get glowing and radiant from the inside out. People have different body types, metabolic needs, dietary requirements and lifestyles. I love providing the right fit of tools for my clients so they can truly thrive. Be bold, be beautiful, be YOU.

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A Glorious Green Wonder: Gorilla Life’s Green Drink

Loving Gorilla Life’s green drink! This green wonder is just delish and beyond refreshing for a hot day. The drink is made from 100% organic alfalfa chlorophyll. It contains eight essential enzymes that help clear your skin, strengthen your immune system, metabolize energy, assist in digestion and detoxify your blood! You can find this refreshing green goodness of a drink at Whole Foods. It’s a great afternoon pick me up. Try it, and see how you feel!

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Need to Munch?

Nibble on some air-popped popcorn! This non-processed whole grain is packed with antioxidants which help fight the bad molecules that damage cells in our bodies. The best way to make this crunchy delight is on your stove using all natural, non-processed kernels that you can buy at any local market (my favorite are Eden Organic Kernels from Whole Foods). Of course, most people are on the go, so plan in advance! Once you get into the habit of planning, it will become less burdensome and much easier. The night before take a couple of minutes to air-pop the kernels on the stove and throw it into your own container! You can add some delish spices like cinnamon, garlic or nutmeg to give it an extra kick of flavor. Like spicy? Add some cayenne pepper, which also speeds up your metabolism! Get creative and find out what works for you!

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