The benefits of fasting include weight loss, improved heart health and brain function, even improved blood sugar control. If you have yet to try fasting, I highly recommend it.* Do you love to eat? Me too! Buuuut sometimes good food and the love of it can possibly take a toll on your health in ways…
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Why “Rebounding” is the Best Exercise During #stayhome
A mini trampoline is the perfect piece of equipment to have at home during this Covid-10 quarantine. It combines the benefits of resistance training and low impact cardio. Rebounding is the the most fun and effective #stayhome workout there is, HANDS DOWN! First of all, I need to mention the difference between a rebounder and…
Ingredient Spotlight: Pine Pollen
Pine pollen is a particularly beneficial supplement for vegan and vegetarians as it not only contains vitamin D3, it’s also approximately 30% protein! Add it to tea, smoothies, and desserts. Pine Pollen is the newest addition to the smoothie section of my pantry. It’s got an interesting taste–very reminiscent of bee pollen. I’ve been adding…
The Best Detoxifying and Cleansing Juice Combinations
Simply moving to a whole-foods diet and adding one or two fruit and vegetable juices to your daily routine will go a long way toward flushing your systems and tissues. Below are some juice (and smoothie) combinations and the organs they target. Combine three or four fruits and/or vegetables with 1/2 teaspoon of dried herb…
What the **** are Macambo Beans?
Well known for their richness in nutrients, Macambo beans are thought to aid in brain function and digestive support. I discovered these crunchy morsel while shopping at Erewhon last a couple months ago. My temptation got the best of me when I saw someone crunching on them while in the store like they were potato…
Need to Hit the Reset Button? Try Cleansing with a Juice Fast!
Brief periods of drinking ONLY fresh fruits and/or veggie juice and plenty of water can be a healthy way to give your digestive system a complete rest so that your body can do the toxin elimination and organ repair work it’s designed to do. A juice fast can be healthy because: Your cells are being…
Body Transformation Hack: 4 Techniques to Resist Food Cravings
Have you ever felt full when suddenly you’re hit with a craving for chocolate, chips or another not-so-healthy snack? Or, maybe it’s not so specific…perhaps you find yourself wandering back to the kitchen, opening up the fridge or the pantry and digging around aimlessly for something to eat. Well, don’t worry–you’re not alone! Everyone occasionally…
Body Transformation Hack: How to Lose Weight Without Feeling Hungry
Lose weight without feeling hungry by getting back in touch with your body’s signals. Here are 3 hunger-busting strategies that you can use so you can lose weight and still feel satisfied (and happy)! 1. Don’t go too long without eating. Perhaps you ignore the beginning signs of hunger because you are busy hustling and…
Body Transformation Hack: How to Read a Nutrition Label
Become a Label-Reading Pro Which cereal fills your bowl for the fewest calories? Is that bread whole grain? Which spaghetti sauce is lowest in sodium? The answers to these questions are right on the “Nutrition Facts” label and the product’s ingredient list. Don’t be intimidated—when you know what to look for, it’s actually pretty easy…
5 Things That Happen When You Switch to a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet (#4 Might Surprise You)
There are many reasons why people choose to “go vegan”. Some of which are weight loss, the desire to have more energy, to reduce the risk of certain diseases, etc. The list goes on! Here are 5 things that happen when you stop eating meat and fuel up with a plant-based diet. 1. You reduce inflammation If…