tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82122513943400388452024-02-06T20:10:32.105-08:00THRIVE: Natural Family LivingLEAN: Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude and NutritionAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06248485106072646376noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-91537874390257371672017-11-21T17:22:00.000-08:002017-11-21T17:22:30.688-08:00Spiced Nuts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After sharing this picture on my Instagram and Facebook pages yesterday, I got several requests to share the recipes so I want to get it out to all of you before Thanksgiving so you can add it to your menu. It is super easy and fast to make this deliciously addictive snack! I basically use Emeril Lagasse's Spiced Nut<a href="http://emerils.com/126631/spiced-nuts"> recipe</a> and change a few ingredients to make it dairy free and refined sugar free. I also use less cayenne so it's not too spicy for the kiddos. These spiced nuts also make a great hostess gift when packed in a decorated mason jar!</div>
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1/2 Teaspoon ground cumin</div>
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1/4 Teaspoon cayenne pepper (Emeril calls for 1/2 teaspoon)</div>
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4 Cups of mixed nuts (I use walnuts, pecans, cashews, almonds, pistachios and hazelnuts)</div>
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Heat nuts for a few minutes over medium heat in a dry skillet (I use my wok), stirring often to prevent burning, until they start to toast. Add the butter and cook for about 1 minute while stirring until the nuts darken. Add the spices, sugar, water and salt and cook about 5 more minutes while stirring until the sauce thickens.</div>
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Remove the nuts from heat and pour onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Break apart any clumps and let cool for several minutes until the sauce has hardened.</div>
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<br />C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-83471458762357249942017-11-21T17:01:00.000-08:002017-11-21T17:01:49.029-08:00Long time, no write<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It has been over two years since I last posted on this blog, and I have decided to come back and revamp it into a lifestyle page with more than just healthy eating and recipes. Get ready for posts about fashion, interior design, food, recipes, DIY projects, organizational makeovers, parenting, marriage, meditation, health and more. I am excited to share how I overcame PCOS and endometriosis naturally and conceived our second child without any medication or surgery...against all odds, which is what I have been up to over the last couple of years....a little time off to focus on the baby and adjust to life with two kiddos. I hope you follow me on this journey of fun sharing and discovery. <br />
XOXOC Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-35499656839938166652015-07-30T15:35:00.002-07:002015-07-30T15:35:49.526-07:00Easy Thai Lettuce WrapsThis delicious recipe was inspired by my sister-in-law and her Thai Au Pair. We made these when they came to visit last week, and they were such a huge hit I have recreated the recipe twice since then. Everyone who has tried these amazing lettuce wraps (even the preschoolers) has loved them. They are light and crisp, yet the high in protein making them filling enough to keep you satisfied through the afternoon. That is, if you have enough self-control to not finish the entire pan. :)<br />
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Here is my eyeballing recipe for these super easy one pan lettuce wraps:<br />
1 Head of fresh organic romaine lettuce (green or red leaf would work, too)<br />
Thai red curry paste<br />
Coconut Oil (optional)<br />
2 lbs Ground organic turkey meat<br />
1 Package of mushrooms (I've used portobella, shitake and button. All work well)<br />
1 Bunch of green onions<br />
A few cloves of garlic<br />
Limes<br />
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Cilantro<br />
Mint<br />
Thai Basil<br />
Avocado<br />
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Organic zucchini<br />
Organic yellow squash<br />
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Below: lettuce for wraps and green onions and mint for toppings</div>
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Heat a large skillet with a bit of coconut oil and about 1-1.5 tablespoons of red curry paste. Add ground turkey meat and season with salt and pepper as desired. Add diced mushrooms. Cook until the meat is about halfway cooked and add the garlic. Continue cooking for a few more minutes and some sliced green onions (as desired and reserving some for garnish). Cook until meat is cooked through and veggies are soft. Zest a bit of lime and squeeze some of the lime juice onto the meat (reserving some for garnish)<br />
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Place a few rinsed and dried lettuce leaves onto a plate and place the meat on top of the lettuce like a taco. Garnish with green onion, slivered mint leaves and a lime wedge. (Hot sauce adds a nice kick as well).<br />
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<br />C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-21762644878419895922015-06-01T05:54:00.001-07:002015-06-01T05:54:46.379-07:00Caprese Pasta aka Cold Pasta - A quick and easy vegan mealI have been making this refreshingly light pasta dish for years. It is a staple in our house throughout the summer, made even better when the ingredients come fresh from our garden. It is super easy to make, vegan, healthy, gluten free and great for a quick weeknight meal, picnic or cooling summer lunch.<br />
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1 Package of gluten free noodles - I like Jovial's brown rice noodles best</div>
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1-1.5 Cups of a variety of fresh small tomatoes - like golden pear, sungold, cherry, grape, etc. Grocery stores now carry great variety packs perfect for this pasta dish...simply use the whole package. Cut in the tomatoes in half if small and quarter if larger</div>
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Cook pasta according to box directions. While the pasta is cooking, gather, wash and cut your fresh basil and tomatoes</div>
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Place chopped garlic, basil and tomatoes in a large mixing bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste remembering that tomatoes generally need a bit more seasoning. Drizzle with olive oil. I drizzle over the entire mixture three times. Add about 2 Tablespoons of red or white wine vinegar.</div>
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Now using your best kitchen tools (clean hands), squish the mixture up exploding all of the tomato juices together with the oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic and basil.</div>
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Drain and rinse the cooked pasta with cold water. Add the pasta to the bowl containing the tomato mixture and toss. </div>
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Vuala! A delicious, healthy meal in less than 20 minutes. Enjoy! </div>
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<br />C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-6297516552097137902015-05-18T06:00:00.000-07:002015-05-27T12:15:17.680-07:00Teacher Appreciation Gifts<br />
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It's the end of the school year, and that means it is time to thank our wonderful teachers and school staff for all their amazing hard work. My son goes to an environmentally forward Montessori school so I wanted to give the teachers something that reflected that sentiment but was also somewhat homemade, creative and hand made in part by my son. Therefore, I decided to get some plain white coffee mugs and have my three year old son paint them. I bought the mugs at Michaels. They came as a kit with the paint, and you simply paint them then bake them to set the paint. Super easy. Next my son and I went to the store and picked out herbs, which we planted in the mugs with tags reading "Thanks for helping me grow!" Of course, the teachers and staff will eventually need to relocate the herbs to a larger vessel with drainage holes and can then use the mugs for coffee, tea or even pens at their desk. They were a big hit! My son loved painting the mugs and letting me know which one goes to which teacher. I found the tags by searching free printable online and simply tied them on with natural string. I even saw one of the gifts sitting on the recipient's desk as I left the school today. Remember to thank your teachers! Everyone deserves to be appreciated for jobs well done!<br />
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C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-2045828582893730442015-05-14T11:16:00.000-07:002015-05-14T16:03:05.994-07:00Low Glycemic Mint Chocolate Chip SmoothieFor those of you who do not know, I have a serious weakness when it comes to mint chocolate chip ice cream. It has always been my favorite sweet treat. It began as a child when my father would get me a mint chocolate chip ice cream cake every year for my birthday. It was the best treat, and one of my fondest memories growing up. However, in the years since discovering my candida and dairy allergies, my indulgences in this decadent dessert are few and far between...until now! <div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYwezfTZCdQWEvxuxZfFZXv0X2IhChNX0RgLhccIhonYHKMcVBQ4Xb8Fb8YAhG7tUEuSUscNDXqNhQZqWyB_6_RMS19F_We923sSGucsWJOOPNI8jg6dUEx7eZqWdng5bIQNgQwFherhTJ/s640/blogger-image--1421904806.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYwezfTZCdQWEvxuxZfFZXv0X2IhChNX0RgLhccIhonYHKMcVBQ4Xb8Fb8YAhG7tUEuSUscNDXqNhQZqWyB_6_RMS19F_We923sSGucsWJOOPNI8jg6dUEx7eZqWdng5bIQNgQwFherhTJ/s640/blogger-image--1421904806.jpg"></a></div><br>
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I am so excited to have found this delicious recipe created by my sister-in-law's mother...you got that...it's my husband's brother's wife's mother (how's that for a mouthful), who is a genius at creating healthy and delicious recipes, so please check out her blog: <a href="http://atmykitchentable.org/">http://atmykitchentable.org</a>. Anyways, I indulge in this healthier version of mint chocolate chip decadence several time a week, and it even allows me to have mint chocolate chip "ice cream" for breakfast. Even better, it's a low glycemic index smoothie packed with super foods and protein! I changed a few things, I use Young Living Essential Oils and only use two drops instead of three. I also add kale. I find it gives it a brighter green color more similar to mint chocolate chip ice cream, and I always have it on hand. However, both of these adjustments are pure preference and convinence of what I have available in my home. Added bonus: my three year old also loves it! <br>
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As summer approaches and we start planning for our beach vacations, warmer weather, fun in the sun, days at the pool and all the things that make summer so wonderful. It is also time to start thinking about your summer beach bag. We fortunately live near the coast, and it is already beach weather here! The other day when we were enjoying a morning at the beach, I decided to take a photo and write a blog about what I love and always have in my beach bag. First of all, when I am with my family, I take our really large Life is Good anchor beach bag. (When it's just me and hubby, I grab my smaller straw bag). I love how my Life is Good bag fits everything we need (including three or more large beach towels). I also make sure to have my filtered mineral water in a glass or stainless steal bottle so I am not ingesting BPA or any of the other toxins found in plastic. Klean Kanteen makes great ones that can be purchased here: <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali01-20?node=1&page=1">Non-toxic Water Bottles</a>. I also make sure to I have a hat and a bathing suit coverup. Right now my favorite coverups are my <a href="https://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/SwimCoverups/BeachCoverUps/PRD~C2343/C2343.jsp?Nbrd=F&Nloc=en_US&Nrpp=48&Npge=1&Ntrm=coverup&isSaleItem=true&color_name=IVORY%20BLACK%20COBBLESTONE&isFromSearch=true&isNewSearch=true&hash=row9">J. Crew tunic</a> (pictured above next to my hats do below) and my maxi skirt/dress from <a href="http://www.lablancaswim.com/store/shop/featuring/new-arrivals/stripe-it-rich-convertible-maxi-dress-skirt.html?color=white">La Blanca</a> (pictured below). I am also in love with my Life is Good straw hat (pictured in all). I searched for a long time for hat that fits my large head, and finally found this one at our local Life is Good shop.<div><br><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisMkgzquCbxM-h5Dkla9K2geky292pVYVgTHrSDFEmV_qDp87k3SPkr_589z6gLcHQBoPsfQk1v4_RnTWMRvZIbo8Dj6Nw28mdemRUtd-z3dKxTmFuijVMUXQYIzA7E3BwkZeEq8bYZRoA/s640/blogger-image-1164933806.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisMkgzquCbxM-h5Dkla9K2geky292pVYVgTHrSDFEmV_qDp87k3SPkr_589z6gLcHQBoPsfQk1v4_RnTWMRvZIbo8Dj6Nw28mdemRUtd-z3dKxTmFuijVMUXQYIzA7E3BwkZeEq8bYZRoA/s640/blogger-image-1164933806.jpg"></a></div><br>
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We also always bring our Bose Bluetooth Speaker. It produces quality sound, is portable and easy to stow away when it is not being used. Lastly, when I'm not using coconut oil as my sunscreen I pack and use <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali01-20?node=4&page=2">Juice Beauty Organic Sunscreen</a>. It is does not have the toxic and irritating ingredients most sunscreens contain, and it provides more protection than coconut oil for those long days in the sun or strong Caribbean sun.<br>
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I am addicted to Chicken Pho! Ever since I began eating more warming foods to help my Qi movement and rid my body of the cold dampness that has been plaguing me, soups, especially pho, have become an integral part of my diet. This pho recipe makes a particularly warming soup with ingredients such as garlic, ginger, onion and greens that have warming properties. I make it at least once a week. In fact, I made it for lunch today. As an added bonus, my 3-year-old loves it, too! It also makes a great weeknight meal by being simple, fast and easy clean-up.<br />
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I make a couple of different versions...a super homemade one with bone broth and a more quick and easy one with store bought broth...depending on time and ingredients on hand. I also switch out my green veggies based on what I have and what is in season. This recipe is based off of one I found on allrecipes.com that I altered to fit my diet. I love making this delicious soup with the leftovers of a whole roasted chicken. I use the carcass to make bone broth and the remaining meat for the soup.<br />
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1 Box of Asian Brown Rice Noodles (I like Annie Chun's Maifun Brown Rice Noodles)<br />
6 Cups Chicken Stock (I prefer homemade bone broth but use low sodium organic free range chicken broth if I am out of bone broth. I also add pink Himalayan salt to taste if I am using the boxed low sodium broth.)<br />
2 Tablespoons Fish Sauce or Gluten Free Soy Sauce<br />
4 Cloves of Garlic, minced<br />
2 Teaspoons of Fresh Ginger, peeled and minced<br />
Juice of 1 Lime<br />
5 Green Onions (white and green parts), chopped<br />
1.5 Cups Cooked Chicken (more or less depending on taste)<br />
1 Cup Bok Choy or Savoy Cabbage roughly chopped<br />
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Additional chopped green onions, sliced jalapeño, hot sauce, lime wedge, fresh basil and bean sprouts<br />
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Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Note: These noodles cook really fast (2-4 minutes) so once they are done drain, rinse and set aside. Bring the broth, fish sauce/soy sauce, garlic, ginger, lime juice and onions to a boil then simmer for about 20 minutes. Add the chicken and greens then cook until heated through (about 10 minutes). Divvy up the noodles into individual bowls, ladle the soup over the noodles, add garnish and enjoy!<br />
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Have you tried Roasted Dandelion Root Tea? It is my healthy alternative to coffee in the mornings. I simply love it! With its stimulating effect and slightly bitter flavor it feels and tastes so similar to a morning cup of joe. I love coffee! I used to enjoy a cup or two every morning. However, I began 2015 caffeine-free and found Roasted Dandelion Root tea to be a great alternative. Since I have ovarian cysts, PCOS and cystic breasts, my OB/GYN and Midwife recommended I remove caffeine from my diet. However, as a mother of a preschooler, cutting out coffee was a daunting task. Therefore, when I stopped drinking caffeine with my cleanse <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2015/01/flor-essence-detoxcleanse.html">(click here to read about the cleanse I did)</a>, I decided to continue my caffeine-free ways and seek healthier alternatives. Thanks to one of my favorite blogs, <a href="http://elanaspantry.com/dandelion-root-coffee/">Elana's Pantry</a>, who combines chicory root, dandelion root and cinnamon to create a dandelion coffee, I decided to try dandelion root tea after I couldn't find chicory root at my local grocery store. <br />
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Organic Roasted Dandelion Root Tea has some amazing health benefits. It is naturally caffeine-free but has stimulating and detoxifying properties to it. This "weed" aids in digestion, helps the kidneys cleanse the body and improves liver function. It is also rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. The tea can help regulate blood sugar, boost the immune system, reducing bloating, relieve constipation and assist in weight loss. Furthermore, Organic Roasted Dandelion Tea has possible cancer-killing properties (studies are still being done).<br />
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**Dandelion Root can interact with certain medications and should not be used if you have specific allergies to certain plants, especially dandelions. Always speak to your health care provider if you are pregnant or nursing.**<br />
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Get ready to embark on an adventure with me....if you choose. A year ago, for Christmas 2013, my husband bought me the greatest cookbook I have found to date. Never before have I owned a cookbook from which I could make the recipes with little to no substitutions to fit my dietary needs (I have a severe candida allergy, a moderate gluten allergy and a dairy allergy). Not only are the recipes overall simple and easy to follow, they are also delicious...at least the ones I have tried. While I have tasted many of them, I have not come close to trying them all and have found myself making my favorites over and over. Then I realized that I want to try all of the recipes...even the ones by which I am intimidated. This is where the "adventure" comes in to play. Not unlike Julie in "Julie and Julia," I am going to make all of the recipes in Gwyneth Paltrow's cookbook, "It's All Good." I will still blog and write about my usually health and wellness topics, which will probably come up in the "It's All Good" Cooking Adventure blogs as well, for the recipes in the book very much follow my style of healthful eating. If you do not already have the cookbook, you can purchase it <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali01-20/detail/1455522716">HERE</a> for less than $20!! C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-69809831351504786722015-01-19T10:29:00.003-08:002015-01-20T04:18:16.595-08:00Dr. Sponge ~ The best way to clean your skin!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Have you heard of Dr. Sponge or Konjac sponge? It is my new favorite way to clean my skin. Not only does it leave my epidermis feeling clean, moist and nourished, this amazing face and body cleanser is soap-free, biodegradable, eco-friendly and all-natural! What's more, this cleanser is so sensitive it is even great for babies; in fact, it was originally made for infants.<br>
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Dr. Sponge is made from the exotic Asian plant, Konjac, which is commonly used in food and dietary supplements. This nurturing plant, with its plentiful supply of beneficial vitamins and minerals, is excellent for the skin. The natural texture of the sponge gently cleans while lightly exfoliating your skin to keep it nourished, healthy and happy. Dr. Sponge combines the plant with other healthy ingredients like aloe vera and lavender so you can purchase a sponge directed to your skin type. "Dr. Sponge works great at cleaning pores, removing make-up, dirt, oil and blackheads, leaving your skin refreshed and revitalized," according to the Dr. Sponge informational packet.<br>
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Dr. Sponge offers seven different options in skincare treatments including: Original for all skin types, Aloe Vera for dry skin, Charcoal for oily or combination skin, Lavender for stressed skin, Lycopene for mature skin, Pearl Powder for dull skin and Green Tea for dry or normal skin. All of these options are available in the facial sponge and body sponge. I use the Aloe Vera variety and love how smooth, clean and moisturized my skin feels. Furthermore, the sponges are pH balanced. </div>
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Local (Hilton Head and Bluffton) people can also purchase them at Pure Natural Market on the island. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PureNaturalMarket">https://www.facebook.com/PureNaturalMarket</a>. If you haven't checked out Pure Natural Market it is worth a visit. It has an amazing assortment of healthy and eco-friendly products, and be sure to try one of their delicious, organic smoothies!<br>
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I hope you enjoy your Dr. Sponge as much as I do!! Let me know how you like it!<br>
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For more information please visit <a href="http://www.drsponge.com/">www.drsponge.com</a>.C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-59757544604113590172015-01-12T07:05:00.000-08:002015-01-12T08:12:50.104-08:00Flor-Essence Detox/Cleanse<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I decided to begin this year in a trendy manner.....with a cleanse/detox. It had been something I had been researching for a while, and I found the program I wanted (with the help of my holistic healer). However, the timing wasn't right to begin (Holidays, where I was in my cycle, etc.). Thus the trendy beginning to 2015. I feel great! I absolutely loved this detox program. It is gentle, easy and has me feeling more energized, clearer, more grounded and all around better. It was easy for me to adapt to this plan, for I already have a pretty clean diet. The main things I needed to cut out were caffeine and alcohol, which I was enjoying the sugary kind (wine and champagne) over the Holidays. Below is a day-to-day synopsis of how I felt during the purification program as well as a link to buy the kit.<br>
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I chose the Flor-Essence 7-day Purification Program for its all herbal, all natural and gentle detoxing properties. This is a great option for people who are interested in beginning better health and cleaner eating without jumping off too high and for those who already have a generally clean diet and are simply looking for a little detox boost, like myself. The program is designed to cleanse the colon, kidneys and liver. It is important to eat real, whole foods while on the detox in order to reap the full benefits. After all, it doesn't help to cleanse if you are putting toxins right back in your body. The program calls for no sugar, alcohol, caffeine, or fast food. Also drink plenty of water!! It begins with tea, which can be made as weak or strong as you like, to be enjoyed in the morning (before eating anything) and before bedtime. 15 minutes after ingesting the tea, take the Pro-Essence supplement (kidney detox) both morning and night. Then it is directed to drink the Flora-Lax before each meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Note: the Flora-Lax contains oats that are not certified gluten free so if you have a severe sensitivity to gluten you may want to find another cleanse. It is believed that oats are tainted with gluten as they are cut using regular flour in the factory (unless certified gluten free). Before I get into the nitty-gritty of it all I want to note that nothing in the program box tastes bad. Everything is quite neutral in flavor. However, be prepared to add some time to your morning routine with all of the drinks in the morning.<br>
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Day 1: I felt very motivated with high energy and a positive mood. It began my week of having to pee all of the time...think pregnant lady...that's how often I had to pee. I was also always thirsty, which went hand-in-hand with the instruction to drink plenty of water. I had a slight headache on-and-off all day and slight soreness in my lower back. I felt like I had enhanced sense of taste and smell and ended the day with massive sugar cravings, which I did resist.<br>
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Day 2: (Warning there is dialogue concerning bowel movements). By day two the Flora-Lax started to do its job cleaning the colon. I had two large bowel movements each day from this day on to the end of the cleanse, all of which were of healthier consistency. (And that's it...no more poop talk...until my three-old gets out of school, I'm sure). I slept really well the night before and woke up feeling rested, motivated and energized. I did notice I had more body odor this day and for the rest of the cleanse. My on-and-off headache continued. My mood swings disappeared. I was feeling great!<br>
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Day 3: This was the hardest day for me during the cleanse. Even though I got to sleep in a little bit, I felt tired, cranky and simply "off" all day.<br>
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Day 4: I felt great!! Positive, patient, calm and centered! No more headache either.<br>
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Day 5: Another great day!! I felt grounded, calm, focused and energized. Love it! I want to feel this way all of the time!<br>
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Day 6: I felt slightly off on day six. I worked to keep grounding myself. I felt a little congested through the night, and my son didn't sleep well that night, which means I didn't sleep well either. I had my first acupuncture appointment (blogs on that subject coming soon), and felt generally tired and ready to nurture self all day.<br>
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Day 7: The last day!! I was back to feeling great! Energized, focused and motivated!<br>
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Some small side notes: There are more Pro-Essence Supplements (pills) and tea than needed for the seven days and the Flor-Lax was short a serving.<br>
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Overall I feel it was worth the cost of the cleanse (under $40). It is a great way to get yourself back on track or start getting yourself eating healthier and jump starting a healthier lifestyle in a gentle manner. Below is a link to buy the 7-day cleanse. Enjoy and let me know how you like it! **As always consult with your physician before attempting drastic changes in your diet, lifestyle or if you have any medical conditions.**<div>**Do not cleanse while pregnant or nursing**<br>
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<a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali01-20/detail/B003W2TUWC">Buy Flor-Essence 7 Day Purification Program here</a></div>C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-79089896964353242302014-11-03T10:21:00.002-08:002014-11-06T07:03:39.291-08:00Healthy Tip - Spaghetti SquashNovember is here, and it has arrived with a bang! Freezing temperatures around the US (even in the normally mild Southeast) have many of us craving warm, comforting foods. One of my favorite healthy winter foods is spaghetti squash. When cooked the flesh resembles noodles, hence the name spaghetti squash.<br />
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The next time you are planning to whip up a batch of spaghetti use spaghetti squash instead of noodles. It is a nutritious winter squash full of nutrients like Vitamin C, Folic Acid and Potassium. It is also low in carbohydrates and calories. We love spaghetti squash this time of year. Not only do we use it with spaghetti sauce (see my healthy meatball recipe <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/healthy-meatball-recipe-gluten-free-and.html">HERE</a>), we also enjoy topped with chili or stew. <br />
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Spaghetti squash is also easy to prepare. Simply use a sharp knife to prick some holes throughout the squash and bake it (on a baking sheet) in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 45 minutes to an hour (turning the squash halfway through the cooking process) or until the squash is tender. Cut the squash lengthwise, scoop out the seeds (and set aside) and fork out the noodle-like flesh (this is the part to eat).<br />
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This is also a great way to get your kids eating more vegetables especially in the winter. My son cleans his plate when we serve spaghetti squash! He loves it! Enjoy!<br />
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Every year when the weather begins to warm up, I get on a
smoothie kick.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This year is no
different.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>While we have been having
temperatures in the mid 70’s, my son and I have been enjoying smoothies on a
daily basis.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In fact, many days we have
more than one.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lately we have been
experimenting with new recipes, hence the recent influx of smoothie recipe
posts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am always looking for healthy,
dairy-free, gluten-free, kid-friendly smoothie ideas.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Recently Gwyneth Paltrow’s new cookbook, <u><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali01-20">It’sAll Good</a></u>, has been a great source of inspiration.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can view it and buy it <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali01-20">HERE</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This smoothie is a spin on one of her many
delicious recipes in the book.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is
packed with protein, satisfying, sweet and great for kids.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!<o:p></o:p></div>
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My two-and-a-half year old son absolutely LOVES almond
butter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He eats it by the spoonful so
this smoothie is his new favorite.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is
great for breakfast, an afternoon snack or even dessert!<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 Frozen Banana<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 ½ Cups Unsweetened Almond Milk<o:p></o:p></div>
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2 Tbls Almond Butter<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 ½ Tbls Cacao Powder<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 Tbls Sweetener of your choice (Agave, Honey or Pure Maple
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A Few Dashes of Ground Cinnamon (to taste) (Helps regulate
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A Handful of Ice (to desired consistency)<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 Tbls Organic Gluten Free Oats (optional) (Great for nursing mothers or after a workout)</div>
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A Sprinkling of Bee Pollen (optional) (for added allergy
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A Sprinkling of Gluten Free Oats (optional) (for added
hydration…great for nursing mothers)<o:p></o:p></div>
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More Delicious and Healthy Recipes:<br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/08/low-glycemic-index-smoothie-recipe.html">Low glycemic index smoothie recipe</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/02/the-best-smoothie-recipe.html">"The Best" Smoothie Recipe</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/02/healthy-low-glycemic-index-smoothie.html">Healthy Low GI "Chocolate Shake Smoothie</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/healthy-meatball-recipe-gluten-free-and.html">Gluten Free Meatball Recipe</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/04/green-green-juice-recipe.html">Green Juice Recipe</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/05/homemade-healthy-cereal.html">Homemade Healthy Cereal</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/dairy-free-low-glycemic-index-soft.html">Dairy-free, low glycemic index soft served ice cream recipe</a>C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-12789269320620082014-02-25T13:32:00.000-08:002015-09-16T16:17:15.728-07:00Healthy Low Glycemic Index "Chocolate Shake" Smoothie (Dairy Free) <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This recipe is based off of one of the yummy smoothies
in Gwyneth Paltrow’s new cookbook, <u>It’s All Good</u>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you do not have this cookbook yet, it is
worth checking out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can view and buy
it <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali01-20/detail/1455522716">here</a>. <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali01-20">(affiliate link)</a><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Everything I have made from it
has been delicious with no need to substitute any ingredients.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>However, with this particular smoothie I was
missing a couple of ingredients so I decided to make some substitutions and additions. <span style="font-family: Wingdings; mso-ascii-font-family: Cambria; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: Cambria; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The result is an amazing, kid-friendly,
healthy smoothie that will also satisfy your sweet tooth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It makes a great breakfast, afternoon snack
or even dessert (it tastes like a scrumptious chocolate milkshake), and it is a low glycemic index smoothie.<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 Ripe Avocado (pitted and peeled)<o:p></o:p></div>
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This smoothie recipe is named “the best” because that is
what my two-year-old son said after he tasted it!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not only is this smoothie kid-friendly and
delicious, it is also vegan and packed full of nutrients.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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1 Frozen Banana<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 Large Handful of Organic Girl Super Greens: A mixture of
red and green swiss chard, tat soi, arugula and spinach (or greens go choice)<o:p></o:p></div>
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3/4 Cup Frozen Organic Blueberries<o:p></o:p></div>
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½ Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk<o:p></o:p></div>
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2 Tbsp Ground Flax Seeds<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 Tbsp Chia Seeds<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 Tsp Cacao Powder (Unsweetened)<o:p></o:p></div>
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1/4 - ½ Tsp Cinnamon (depending on taste)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Place all of the ingredients in a high-powered blender and
blend until smooth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Add more almond milk
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Enjoy!!<o:p></o:p><br />
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More delicious recipes:<br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/03/amazing-almond-butter-smoothie-gluten.html">Amazing Almond Butter Smoothie (dairy and gluten free)</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/08/low-glycemic-index-smoothie-recipe.html">Low glycemic index smoothie recipe</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/02/healthy-low-glycemic-index-smoothie.html">Low GI "Chocolate Shake" Smoothie - Dairy free </a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/healthy-meatball-recipe-gluten-free-and.html">Gluten Free Meatball Recipe</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/04/green-green-juice-recipe.html">Green Juice Recipe</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/05/homemade-healthy-cereal.html">Homemade Healthy Cereal</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/dairy-free-low-glycemic-index-soft.html">Dairy-free, low glycemic index soft served ice cream recipe</a></div>
C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-13885161540989815972014-02-05T11:55:00.000-08:002014-02-05T12:08:41.276-08:00To Cleanse or Not to Cleanse…That is the Question.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I recently had a conversation with someone about cleansing
and detoxing. She was asking me, as a
health coach, what I recommend. Afterwards
I pondered over the trends of juice cleanses, detoxing, fasting, etc. It is the beginning of a new year, people are
carrying some extra weight from the Holidays indulgences, and they want a way
to “jump start” a healthier way of life.
Some people are even looking for a “quick fix.” While I am not a fan or supporter of gorging
yourself then doing a juice cleanse/fast and repeating the cycle, there are
some healthy steps that one can take to get their health and nutrition back on
track.<br />
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So what should one eat and avoid when trying to kick start
their healthy lifestyle?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Let’s begin
with the good stuff…what you want to put into your body.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I like the quote “Every time you eat you are
either feeding disease or fighting it.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Remember this when you eat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Fill
your diet with organic real/whole foods, lean meats, fish, foods that are grown
not made or manufactured.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Avoid sugar, gluten,
dairy, alcohol, caffeine, coffee (even decaf), deli meat, pork, and processed/packaged
foods.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Limit your red meat to none or
only lean cuts that are from 100% grass fed organic cows. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For example, a flank steak from a grass fed
pasture raised cow every now and again is okay, especially if you are an “O”
blood type and need red meat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also
remember to graze throughout the day by eating 5-6 small meals rather than 3
large ones.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I recommend beginning with a “detox” by strictly altering
your diet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After 30 days you can slowly
start to add some foods back into your diet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>However, it is best to keep overall healthy nutrition.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In other words, some goat cheese or a
naturally sweetened gluten-free treat every now and again is okay, but keep the
sodas, bread and refined sugar out for good.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I know we all indulge every now and again, but generally we need to keep
a consistent healthy diet rather than a roller coaster of binge – cleanse,
binge – cleanse, binge - cleanse.<o:p></o:p></div>
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What does this detox look like? Begin your day with a glass of lemon water,
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) with water or a combo of the above. In the winter I love a glass of warm water
with lemon, ACV and a tiny bit of raw honey.
Enjoy a glass of Green Juice <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/04/green-green-juice-recipe.html">(LINK)</a> for breakfast. Homemade cereal <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/05/homemade-healthy-cereal.html">(LINK)</a> is a great option for
a mid morning snack. Lunch can consist
of a salad filled with delicious vegetables and a lean protein. An apple with almond butter makes a yummy
afternoon snack. Dinner can be Quinoa, a
lean protein (like a fish low in Mercury) and a vegetable. Drink lemon water throughout the day. It helps alkaline your system, detox your
body and boost your metabolism. </div>
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(photo of my son enjoying green juice this morning. This picture is simply to show how delicious it is not to promote a detox or cleanse of a child. He eats what we eat, which is an overall healthy diet, not the standard American diet (SAD)).</div>
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Remember to talk to your health care provider before making
any drastic changes to your lifestyle.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It
is important to remain healthy and happy with the guidance of a professional
that knows your medical conditions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Healthy regards,<o:p></o:p></div>
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THRIVE: Natural Family Living<o:p></o:p></div>
C Hillishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290436521216487185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8212251394340038845.post-78543790805539139022013-11-07T05:16:00.000-08:002013-11-07T05:16:33.662-08:00November Attitude Challenge II<div class="MsoNormal">
Happy November! As
Thanksgiving approaches I always like to focus on attitude and how I can shift
my life to be more positive. Last year I
wrote an article that challenged my readers to acknowledge their blessings and
express gratitude each day: <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2012/11/november-attitude-challenge.html">http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2012/11/november-attitude-challenge.html</a>.
This year I am adding a few other
attitude-boosting exercises. In addition
to listing the good things that happen and the things for which you are
thankful, I encourage you to do the following everyday.</div>
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1 – Walk barefoot outside on the grass or on the beach.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This process has a grounding effect especially
in the surf on the beach, but the grass is a close second.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The earth is negatively charged so when you
walk barefoot you absorb the negative electrons through the soles of your
feet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This causes a magnetizing healing
effect and “grounds” you with the Earth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>After practicing this for several days in a row you may notice you feel
more centered, grounded and healthier.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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2 – Meditate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One of
my favorites quotes is an old Zen saying: <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">"You should sit in meditation for 20
minutes a day, unless you're too busy; then you should sit for an
hour".<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="color: #451f0d;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span>Meditation is an amazing
centering exercise with incredible benefits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It is proven to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, anger and more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It has truly changed my life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I recommend a guided meditation or mantra
meditation, especially if you are a beginner or have a busy mind.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It also helps to focus on your “third eye”,
which is located slightly above and between the eyebrows.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is also beneficial to remember that it is
not about stopping the noise from coming through your head.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is about not listening to the noise.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p> </o:p>3 – Exercise. Get
your heart pumping for at least 20 minutes a day. Get outside; go for a walk, a light
job or swim some laps. Go to a yoga or Pilates class or do
a video at home. Be creative and have fun! It helps to switch up your exercise so you do not get bored and so your body uses different muscles. Finds activities that you enjoy. My husband and I love to play tennis. When I have a moment alone I like to practice yoga. Involve the whole family in a game of touch football or chase. The possibilities are endless. It is amazing the
difference you will feel emotionally and physically once you get more active. It helps center you, calm you and clear your
mind. (Not to mention the health
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Did you know that according to Dr. Sears the busiest time in
his pediatric office is the week after Halloween?! This is because of the abundance of toxic
ingredients ingested by our children on this frightful night. Sugar, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS),
artificial dyes and flavors all contribute to a shock on the system that leads
to illness. The body is too busy
fighting off the “food” to fight off germs and bacteria. So what do you do? You want your kids to have fun on Halloween,
but they do not understand why they cannot have candy. Here are some suggestions for reducing your
child’s sugar intake and alternatives to pass out instead of candy. These recommendations come from my own
ideas, fellow natural parents and my colleagues at the Natural Parents Network
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There are several options to reduce
your child’s candy intake on Halloween.
A popular strategy is to trade the candy that the child collected while
trick-or-treating for a different kind of treat. For example, you could offer a DVD, toy, or
basket of goodies (like stickers, small cars, coloring books, books,
etc.). These trinkets could even be
Halloween themed (similar to an Easter basket without the candy). Another creative idea is to take your
children trick-or-treating early then come home and pass out the candy that
they collected. This<b> </b>plan<b> </b>takes care of both
issues:<b> </b>how to get your children to
eat less candy and what to pass out on Halloween. You could also donate the candy that is
collected during trick-or-treating. This
is a great opportunity to teach your children about the cause(s) in which you
have donated; for example, speak to them about the troops overseas as you send
a care package to our deployed soldiers.
A great idea for home-schooled children in particular is to use the
candy for science projects. There are lots
of great ideas for science experiments involving candy online.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Many parents do not want to pass
out candy because they do not want the sugary sweets sitting around their house
in the days leading up to and/or following Halloween. Other parents do not want to spend money on
the harmful ingredients contained in candy and find the organic, dye-free,
HFCS-free candy too expensive for trick-or-treating. Here are some fun things that you can pass
out instead of sugary sweets. The
children in our neighborhood loved it when our neighbor passed out Play-Doh one
year. Some of my colleagues at Natural
Parents Network have handed out stickers, temporary tattoos, crayons, etc. Another idea is to give out small toys from
the dollar store. We did this for the
piñata at my son’s second birthday party.
We filled it with cars, trucks, tractors, stickers, pencils, etc., and
the kids loved it! If you want to pass out candy try something that is free of artificial dyes and flavors like Yummy Earth Organic Lollipops: <a href="http://www.yummyearth.com/index.html">http://www.yummyearth.com/index.html</a>. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Hopefully these ideas will help
keep everyone in your house happy and healthy this holiday. If you have other Halloween traditions or
strategies to help reduce the amount of sugar your children ingest on Halloween,
we would love to hear them!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Have a safe, happy and HEALTHY Halloween.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Healthy Regards,<o:p></o:p></div>
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In my health coaching I often have parents complaining that their children will not eat vegetables. There are several factors that contribute to children eating vegetables including introducing vegetables at a very young age, shaping young tastes, the parents modeling healthy eating, etc., but today I am going to share some simple tips that will hopefully help your family eat more fruits and vegetables.</div>
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1 - Keep trying</div>
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- It can take ten tries to develop a taste for something so do not give up if your child does not like broccoli the first time you serve it. Try and try again.</div>
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- Add greens to smoothies - recipe for my low glycemic index smoothie with greens <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/08/low-glycemic-index-smoothie-recipe.html">HERE</a></div>
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- Juice them and have your children help you - recipe for my green vegetable juice <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/04/green-green-juice-recipe.html">HERE</a></div>
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- Add vegetables to your kid's favorite meals - recipe for my vegetable packed meatballs <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/healthy-meatball-recipe-gluten-free-and.html">HERE</a> Serve them with spaghetti squash instead of noodles.</div>
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- Eggs are a great place to add lots of vegetables. My son loves green onions, fresh herbs, avocado and spinach in his eggs or try adding cauliflower puree to your scrambled eggs before you cook them. Elana's Pantry also has a great recipe for <a href="http://www.elanaspantry.com/green-eggs/">green eggs</a>, which are super fun for kids. Serve them with some ham on Dr. Seuss' birthday!</div>
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- In addition to the green eggs idea above there are lots of ways to make eating fruits and vegetables fun!</div>
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- My son loves the dairy free, gluten free pancakes I make. I fill them with yummy fresh or frozen organic berries and cook them into fun shapes with cookie cutters (stainless steal...not plastic....of course).</div>
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- Artichokes are another favorite food in our house. They are really fun to eat. Kids love to scrape their teeth along the leaves to get the "meat" off. They also like helping take the artichoke apart to eat the heart. Click <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/05/eat-more-artichokes.html">HERE</a> for more information on artichokes. </div>
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- Name your vegetables. In our house we call broccoli and broccolini, trees, and our son loves that he can gobble them up a tree like a dinosaur.</div>
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- Make fun designs - arrange the fruit and vegetables into a fun design for the kids. Below is a picture of the apple cars I made for my son's second birthday. There are also lots of great ideas on pintrest. Feel free to follow me on pintrest, username chillis22. Check out my favorite recipe, Thrive and kids boards.</div>
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- Hummus is a staple in our house. We always have cut up vegetables and hummus on hand for an easy snack. The most common vegetables we use are organic cucumbers, carrots, celery, broccoli, cauliflower, and red, yellow or orange bell peppers.</div>
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- If you already have your vegetables washed and cut up, serving them as a snack can be as easy as grabbing a bag of chips. Go ahead and prep some vegetables when you get home from the grocery store so they are ready whenever your kids get hungry.</div>
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- Tell your children that fruits and vegetables will help them grow healthy and strong. Use words that they can relate to. For example, tell your sports player they are "run fast" foods. Tell your soccer player they are "soccer foods." Tell your fashionista they are "healthy hair" foods. Tell your bookworm they are "brain foods." Whatever your child's interests are use a term that connects them and peeks their interest. Once they detox from all of the packaged foods and realize how much better they feel eating fruits and vegetables, their bodies will naturally prefer eating healthy.</div>
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This meal is a family favorite! We make it about once a week. I serve it with organic brown rice noodles (<a href="http://www.jovialfoods.com/">Jovial</a> has the best) and tomato sauce (recipe coming soon). This recipe is a great way to get more vegetables into your family's diet. These meatballs are full of carrots, celery, lean meat and other yummy and healthy ingredients. They are also gluten and dairy free. I hope your family likes these meatballs as much as mine does. Enjoy!</div>
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2 Organic Carrots<o:p></o:p></div>
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For more information on Omega 3's click <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2012/11/omega-3.html">HERE</a>.</div>
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Other healthy and delicious recipes:</div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/03/amazing-almond-butter-smoothie-gluten.html">Amazing Almond Butter Smoothie</a></div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/02/healthy-low-glycemic-index-smoothie.html">Low GI "Chocolate Shake" Smoothie Recipe - Dairy Free</a></div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/02/the-best-smoothie-recipe.html">"The Best" Smoothie Recipe</a></div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/dairy-free-low-glycemic-index-soft.html">Dairy free, Low Glycemic Index Ice Cream</a></div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/04/green-green-juice-recipe.html">Green Green Vegetable Juice</a></div>
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<span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">I have been experimenting with this recipe for a long time, and I think I have finally found the best version.</span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">When I first started making this delicious ice cream, I used a can of coconut milk that had been refrigerated overnight.</span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">However, we like it best when the can is room temperature.</span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">It produces a better texture like a Wendy’s Frosty when the can is room temperature.</span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">I also noticed that when I used a cold can of coconut milk the ice cream tended to have small hard clumps of coconut milk, which makes the ice cream unappetizing.</span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">This version creates a soft serve texture that looks, feels and tastes very similar to a Wendy’s Frosty. (Vanilla version pictured)</span></div>
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We love smoothies
when it’s hot outside. They are
delicious in the morning for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. The smoothies I make are low on the
Glycemic Index (GI) and full of nutrients.
I follow a simple formula that is based on the smoothies at my favorite
vegetarian restaurant in Hilton Head, Delisheee Yo, <a href="http://delisheeeyo.com/">http://delisheeeyo.com</a>. If
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2 Low GI fruits
(berries, kiwi, apple, etc), Strawberry and Blueberry is a favorite combination
in our house. Fruits High on the GI are
bananas, grapes, melons, etc. We stay away from these fruits.<o:p></o:p></div>
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2 Tbls Gluten Free
Organic Oats<o:p></o:p></div>
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1-2 Tbls Nuts (almonds are a favorite in our house. Walnuts are good for added Omega-3's)<o:p></o:p></div>
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2 Tsp Chia Seeds (Pack your smoothie full of Omega-3's)<o:p></o:p></div>
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A handful of fresh
organic greens, I like arugula because it gives the smoothie a peppery
flavor. Other options are spinach or
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1-2 Super Food
Powders (spiralina, bee pollen, maca or acai) (Recently we have been using 1-2 tsp of acai powder)<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 Tsp Spice (I use
cinnamon and/or turmeric) (For information on Turmeric click <a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/01/benefits-of-turmeric.html">HERE</a>)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Liquid (coconut
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Ice if using fresh
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Try serving your delicious smoothie with my favorite eco-friendly <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/thnafali-20/detail/B00AFPWO2W">stainless steel straws</a>!!</div>
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For more healthy and delicious recipes click below:<br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/02/the-best-smoothie-recipe.html">"The Best" Smoothie Recipe</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/02/healthy-low-glycemic-index-smoothie.html">Low GI "Chocolate Shake" Smoothie Recipe - Dairy Free</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2014/03/amazing-almond-butter-smoothie-gluten.html">Amazing Almond Butter Smoothie</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/dairy-free-low-glycemic-index-soft.html">Low Glycemic Dairy Free Ice Cream</a></div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/08/gluten-free-chicken-nuggets.html">Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets</a></div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/05/homemade-healthy-cereal.html">Healthy Homemade Cereal</a></div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/04/green-green-juice-recipe.html">Green Green Juice</a></div>
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<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2012/11/buddah-bowl-recipe.html">Buddah Bowl</a><br />
<a href="http://thrivenaturalfamilyliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/healthy-meatball-recipe-gluten-free-and.html">Healthy, veggie-packed meatballs - gluten and dairy free</a></div>
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