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Everyone deserves a special treat. Happy Saturday! 😋

Anytime with my oldest is time to treasure.

We battle inflammation for many reasons. Inflammation can be caused by stress, lifestyle choices, food allergies or sensitivities that we may or may not know we have, and from environmental toxins, to name a few.

Some of these we can control, some we cannot. But there are definite ways we can combat the inflammation in its tracks, and a lot of those have to do with our food choices.

Some inflammation causing foods can include:
processed foods, sugar, dairy products, alcohol, fried foods. Some foods that can help fight inflammation can include: leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and brussels sprouts, pineapple, blueberries, and ginger, to name a few.
Being mindful of reducing as many of the inflammation causing foods, and replacing them with inflammation-fighting foods is a great place to start.

With the cold temperatures and maybe a little overeating over the holidays 🙄 this healthy version of an old time favorite is sounding better and better ❄️☕️❄️☕️❄️

Things that make you go hmmmmm. Stick to the foods that have been around for a long time and you can’t go wrong.
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Do you struggle with sleep? Sometimes no matter how much we dream of a good night's sleep, our bodies have other plans.

I’m sure you are well aware of what NOT to drink to disrupt your sleep... like a big, hot, delicious cup of coffee. But do you know what you SHOULD drink to help you catch some Zzz’s? Here are some of my favorite drinks that are helpful for drifting off to sleep:

* Sleepytime Tea. There are many different brands to choose from that you can find at any grocery store, so pick one up and give it a try.

* Golden milk. It's also great for your overall health too! Golden milk is so versatile and can be easily made vegan by using plant-based choices.

* Tart Cherry Juice. Naturally a source of melatonin which helps promote healthy sleep.

* Magnesium. Helps to promote great sleep, and is also helpful for digestion.

* Melatonin. Easy to take whether it be drops or a tablet you dissolve under your tongue.

So tell me, what do you do to get a great night's sleep?

Super excited to add running and triathlon coaching to the mix next year. Can't wait to see what our athletes will achieve in 2018!

No matter how hard we try, curveballs will always find a way to sneak in. It’s an inevitability of life, and that’s perfectly fine — if we are prepared to handle them!

This season especially can feel hectic, rushed, overbooked and anxiety-ridden. So it’s the perfect time to put your focus on how you handle these stressors of life and make some tweaks to improve any areas that need a pick-me-up.

The thing about a worrisome mind is that it’s typically worrying about the future. This makes it extremely hard to be present, so being conscious of this is crucial. Practice being present and mindful of your current moment, the day you’re in right now, and with practice, you’ll notice the stress of tomorrow will dissipate over time.

Sometimes, when I feel particularly anxious, I focus on each of my senses. What do I smell right now? What do I see right now? What do I hear right now?

This brings you to the present moment and helps snap you out of your anxious thoughts.

Try it, it really works! What are your favorite ways to overcome anxious thoughts?

With cold and flu season upon us it’s so important to take care of ourselves. Echinacea and Goldenseal together make a dynamic duo in fighting off infections, the natural way. If we can avoid antibiotics and over the counter medicines we are so much better off.

🌱 Echinacea activates immune fighters during a cold, flu, or infection. These defenders work to engulf and rid your body of virus-infected cells, bacteria, and toxic wastes.

🌿 Goldenseal can help to control the inflammatory process. The immune system, believe it or not, can be inhibited if there is too much inflammation. Goldenseal can also help bring more blood into areas that are infected, thereby helping the body go through the infection much faster.

I use this every time I feel something coming on and, knock on wood, so far so good. Let’s take care of ourselves this winter!

Happy Friday!!!!!
I just couldn't resist sharing this cool photo because it just makes me smile. I copied from Carin Rockind, a well known happiness guru. Who knew there was such a thing, right? But she is awesome and inspiring. Coach Carin Rockind: PurposeGirl

Remember to nourish not just your body, but your heart and soul too with positive energy 💖

23 Things That Will Happen To Your Body When You Eat Oatmeal Every Day

If you don't care too much for oatmeal now you may want to give it a second chance after reading this.

factaholics.com While most people just eat a slice of bread or some yogurt, oatmeal is a much better idea to start your day with.

Life is all about new beginnings!

Contact me for a free consultation and we can talk about creating new beginnings of health and wellness for you.

I just have to share this recipe because it's sooo good and healthy too! Please don't let the "Vegan" scare you off. You can easily tweak it so it's not and it's still yummy😋

Vegan Roasted Banana and Chocolate Chip Loaf

🔸 3 medium, ripe bananas
🔸 3 tbsp. golden flax seeds (for the flax eggs)
🔸 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp. water (for the flax eggs)
🔸 1/4 cup golden flax seeds, ground
🔸 1/4 cup almond milk (I use unsweetened vanilla)
🔸 1 1/2 cups almond flour
🔸 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
🔸 1/2 tsp. salt
🔸 1/2 cup chocolate chips (non-dairy, I use Enjoy Life)

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease your loaf pan (you can also use two mini pans if you like) Peel bananas and place on baking dish. Roast for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and adjust temperature to 350.

2. While the bananas are roasting, mix your flax eggs. Put the 3 tbsp. flax seed in a small bowl and add the water. Mix with a small whisk or fork and place the bowl in the refrigerator for a minimum of 15 minutes. This will allow your egg to "set up".

3. In a small mixing bowl, combine flax, almond milk, and flax eggs (when ready). Mix until smooth. Let stand about 5 minutes for the mixture to thicken. Beat in bananas by hand until smooth.

4. In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well. Stir wet ingredients into flour mixture. If mixture is dry, add more almond milk, 1 tablespoon at a time. Fold in chocolate chips.

5. Pour into loaf pan(s) and bake for 20-25 minutes, until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes, remove from pan(s) and serve. Enjoy!!!😊

Note: Replace flax eggs with 3 large eggs if you don't want to make it vegan.

This message seems simple enough, but knowing which foods fight disease can be tricky and overwhelming. I would love to make it less complicated for you. Message me for more information. We can be fighters!!!

This little cup of love 💗 boosts your metabolism and is packed with antioxidants, fiber, chlorophyll, and vitamins. Those are just a few of the several health benefits to drinking Matcha Tea 🍃 If you haven't given it a try yet I highly recommend it! Pressroom

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