Monday, May 6, 2013

Very Berry Smoothie Blast

1/2 cup each strawberries, blackberries, blueberries.
1/2 cup grapes
One Kiwi
2 tbs Flax seeds
3 tbs Hemp protein
10-12 ice cubes
2 ozs of water

Mix well in blender or smoothie maker.
Approx 480 healthy calories.
Before and after pics below:





Breakfast Smoothie

Morning Alkaline Booster

It is important that our bodies maintain a healthy PH balance. Try this mainly green smoothie to jump start the day.

1/2 cup of shredded Carrots
1/2 cup Celery
1/2 cup Cucumber
1/2 teas Spirulina
3 tbs Chia seeds (15 grams of fiber)
2 ozs green plant food juice
5-6 ice cubes
Approx 246 calories Blend well in smoothie maker or blender. It will take about an hour to finish.

Make a Healthy Choice for a Healthier You!

Before and After pictures



Friday, May 3, 2013

Curry Vegetables with Thai Sauce

1 package of Thai Curry mix
1 package of 'Steam Fresh' Asian Vegetables
1 can of Coconut Milk
1 cup of Zucchini (chopped)
1 cup of Red Cabbage

Mix Thai Curry mix with Coconut Milk, add remaining vegetables and let simmer for 20 mins.

Add Baked or Broiled Chicken or Tofu for Protein and Basmati Brown Rice or Rice Noodles

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Wellness is up to you!

Group or 1-on-1 Wellness Sessions available. Sessions include Healthy Living recommendations.  
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Thursday, April 25, 2013

Tip of the Day

Not only will adding red foods to your diet make your plate more colorful and aesthetically pleasing, it can also help keep you healthy enough to live to 100! Cruciferous veggies like red cabbage are known to help protect against cancer, while beet juice contains nitrates that relax blood vessels.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Healthy Snacking

What's your "hungry" time of day? Does your stomach rumble midmorning? Are you starving by dinnertime? Smart snacking is a great way to control your hunger and keep you on track. Here is a list of easy-to-prepare, tasty treats to safely snack on when the snacking urge strikes!

Snacking is not a dirty word if you're careful about what you reach for! I can think of loads of nutritious, low-calorie foods that can help you feel full and boost your energy without ruining your day. Remember to stick to a sensible serving size and you're good to go! Here are some ideas to get you snacking healthfully:
  • Cut up veggies with hummus
  • Sliced fruit with nonfat Greek yogurt
  • A few almonds or walnuts
  • Low-fat cottage cheese
  • Air-popped popcorn
  • Hard-boiled eggs
  • String cheese
  • Baked tortilla chips with salsa
  • Homemade smoothies or fruit shakes

Make a Healthy Choice, For a Healthier You!

Friday, April 5, 2013

A Few Simple Ways to Add More Fiber to your meals


Increase your Fiber and Improve your Health.  
  • Eat fruit with breakfast every morning — try berries with your cereal, slice a banana into yogurt or add an apple to your smoothie.
  • Add lettuce, tomatoes, and onions to your sandwiches and swap white bread for whole wheat.
  • Throw a bag of mixed frozen veggies in the microwave for a veggie side dish that's ready in minutes!    
  • Add vegetables to casseroles, soups, rice dishes – almost anything is better with more vegetables!
  • Drink plenty of water as you work on increasing your fiber intake.
  • Add a seeds like Chia, Flax and Quinoa to your smoothie’s or sprinkle over salads.  

Challenge yourself to try at least one of these tips every day — before you know it, you'll be full of fiber, healthier, and feeling fabulous!
Make a Healthy Choice for a Healthier You!