đđThis recipe is for all the pumpkin spice fans out there! These walnuts make a great topping for yogurt, sprinkled over a smoothie bowl, or as a quick snack with a piece of fruit. đĄNote: you can swap the coconut oil for grass-fed butter or 1 egg white as the âglueâ that makes the mixture stick to the nuts. Pumpkin-Spiced Walnuts(makes about 16 servings) ââ1 Tbsp coconut oil, melted1 Tbsp water1 tbsp coconut sugar½ tsp kosher salt½ tsp (to taste)…
Fasting? Do you mean like…starving? Intermittent fasting has gotten a lot of press lately. A lot of people seem to be using this strategy to help them lose weight. But isn’t “fasting” just “starving”? I mean, I know that when I was a teenager (circa 1980-90s), it was common practice for models to stop eating a few days to get ready for a photo shoot. So how is this different from just stopping eating to drop weight quickly? What do…
What colors are in your lunch today? This weekâs challenge is a fun one â and if you have kids, you definitely will want to get them in on the action! Itâs the âEAT THE RAINBOWâ Challenge! Iâve even included a handy list to get you started. Did you know that health experts recommend eating at least 4½ cups of fruits & veggies every day? Thatâs 1½ to 2 cups of fruit and between 2 to 2½ cups of vegetables…
You already know that drinking water is essential⌠but you may not realize HOW important it actually is, and how it impacts everything from your energy to your weight ⌠and just everything happening inside your body. Itâs all about drinking enough water â at least 8-10 8-ounce (240 ml) glasses of water a day. Experts are mixed on exactly how much water you should drink each day, but making sure you get enough will significantly impact your life in…
How often do you eat yogurt, sauerkraut, or other fermented foods? This weekâs challenge is one of my favorites because not only does it expand your food choices â itâs great for your gut. CHALLENGE: EAT AT LEAST ONE PROBIOTIC-RICH FOOD every day this week! Probiotics are fermented foods that contain beneficial (âthe goodâ) bacteria that help with your digestion, immune system, and overall health! These bacteria make vitamins and hormones and also have an effect on your mood AND…
Ready for something thatâll boost your metabolism, get your blood flowing, and make you feel GREAT!? Your challenge this week is all about building a fit and strong body! CHALLENGE: Every day youâll pick ONE exercise and do 50 repetitions of it. And if you miss a day, you have to do 10 extra the next day Be sure to warm up first with some light cardio/movement, and then hit those reps, taking breaks as needed. The exercises to choose…
Whatâs the longest youâve ever held a plank for? If youâre ready to build a strong core, this weekâs challenge will get you on your way. Itâs the PLANK CHALLENGE! Every day this week, your challenge is to hold a total of LEAST 2 minutes of plank! Planks help improve your posture and core stability (important for overall strength and injury prevention), but they also help build an overall stronger body. Even your arms, shoulders, glutes, and chest get a…
These recipes will help you start your day feeling healthy, energized, and ready for whatever comes your way! Because as it turns out ⌠breakfastreally IS the most important meal of the day! This collection includes: Fast & easy choices Make-ahead breakfasts, Delicious smoothie recipes Plant-based options Grab & go meals
Whatâs one big goal youâd like to go after this year if you didnât have to be ârealisticâ? I have a BIG CHALLENGE for you that has the power to reshape your entire life. Take a second right now to think of at least one BIG goal. Did a little voice in your head immediately start telling you to be more ârealisticâ? Thatâs the voice of your LIMITING BELIEFS âŚand itâs whatâs really standing between you and your goals and…