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Tag: Hormonal Health

Oct
11

20 Reasons To Love Smoothies + 10 Recipes

Many of us may consider smoothies a passing fad, or trendy modern drink. In fact, their origin dates back to ...

Category: Body & Wellness, Food & Nutrition
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Yesterday we started welcoming parents into our FR Yesterday we started welcoming parents into our FREE live 5-day series and I'm currently spending some time reading through all the introductions of the parents who have signed up, and the challenges they have with their kids when it comes to food.⁠ ⁠ Alexx from @lowtoxlife and I can't wait to to help the thousands of parents, grandparents, carers and early education chefs who have joined to have increased confidence with their parenting and feeding their kids, so that they can support their little humans to get as much nourishment as possible to help them grow, be well, keep their immunity strong and moods stable.⁠ ⁠ I've noticed many crossovers with challenges the parents express - like they know their kids aren't getting enough veggies, struggling to find TIME to meal plan, kids addicted to junk food ... Plus more individual challenges, like children learning picky eating from a parent, trying to cater to everyone's different preferences and allergies for multiple children, tweens and teens with haywire hormone ... the list goes on...and on ...⁠ ⁠ We kick off things tomorrow morning (Sunday 7th June) so now is your last chance to join our FREE, live series 'How To Add Extra Nutrient Boosters Into Favourite Family Meals And Lower Mealtime Stress '⁠ ⁠ Sign up via the link in my bio⁠ ⁠ And don't forget to come say hello in our private FB group 😊⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ #realfoodkids #healthyisdelicious #eattothrive #eatwholefoods #eattherainbow #eatyourcolors #quickandhealthy #healthyfamily #kidseatingwhole #realfood #realfoodfamily #realfoodsnacks #nutrition #jerf #wholefood #realnaturalkids #pickyeaters #pickyeating #fussyeaters #kidapproved #kidfoodideas #superhealthykids #feedingkids #nutrientdensity #healthyfamily #nutritioustips #balancedmeals #foodasmedicine #kidsmeal #foodforkids⁠ ⁠ Attachments area⁠
⁠ With restrictions easing and life slowly retur ⁠ With restrictions easing and life slowly returning back to ‘normal’ I’m personally feeling more than a little tentative about delving back full flight into the insane pace of life pre iso and dreading that all too familiar crazy feeling and symptoms of having constantly elevated cortisol. Know what I’m saying? ⁠ ⁠ Symptoms like sugar and salt cravings, blood sugar imbalances, indigestion, weight gain (around the middle anyone?), gut issues, brain fog, anxiety, sleep issues, body aches and pains, brain fog, decreased immunity. Sound familiar? ⁠ ⁠ Elevated cortisol isn’t just from emotional stress it’s also a result of poor self-care. If you’re a ‘midlife’ women like me, reducing stress and engaging in CONSISTENT self-care are KEY to maintaining a healthy weight and reducing all those nasty symptoms.⁠ ⁠ When cortisol is under control you can lose inches from your waist, feel vibrant energy, get a good night's sleep and digest your food properly. Halleluja!! ⁠ ⁠ So ask yourself what you need to feel good. What are some things you want to do? The Ultimate Bundles Mini Self-Care bundle might just be a blessing for you. It contains 22 self care resources worth over $800 which you can access for just $30 (!), including the wonderful women's hormone video series I created with @naturopathnaomi.⁠ ⁠ Find out more via the link in my bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #bodyawareness #biofeedback #cortisol #stress #stressresponse #listentoyourbody⁠ #stressrelief #selfcaretips #selfcarematters #selfcarefirst #selfcaresis #selfcaretip #selfcareday #selfcarethread #selfcareroutine #listentoyourbody #selfcompassion #selfcareadvocate ⁠ #hormonebalance #stresshormone #adrenals #fatigue #balancestresshormones #stressresponseoverdrive #stressedout #midlifewomen #womenshealth #stressedoutwomen #managestress #perimenopauseproblems ⁠
Fruit is awesome! And as I said in my post yesterd Fruit is awesome! And as I said in my post yesterday, many of the vitamins and minerals found in veggies, can be found in fruit (and other foods), so we can relax a bit knowing we have other options while our kids are learning to like veggies 🍆🥕🥒⁠ ⁠ What's important to keep in mind, is that because fruit metabolises and digest really quickly, it can affect blood sugar response (cravings, energy crashes, irritability, focus...).⁠ ⁠ But if you serve fruit with some fat and/or protein you have a whole different story.⁠ ⁠ Think about serving your kids fruit with some cheese, nuts, yoghurt, for instance, to help slow the digestion of sugar into the bloodstream and even out that glucose response making them a calmer, nicer person to be around who won't be bugging you again for something else to eat an hour's time 😉⁠ ⁠ One of my faves is serving apple slices with nut butter or my delicious Notella (recipe link in my bio) or berries with yoghurt, cinnamon and a sprinkle of home made granola or nuts and seeds 😋⁠ ⁠ To learn more about the best ways to increase the nourishment of your kids favourite foods, check out my free 5-day nutrient density course via the link in my bio. Over a thousand parents have joined already and we kick off on Sunday!⁠ ⁠ What are some fruit/fat/protein combos your kids love?⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #fruit #fruitinseason #pickyeaters #pickyeating #fussyeating #foodforkids #toddlersnacks #kidsfoodideas #whatifeedmykid #kidsmeal #healthykidsfood #kidsnack #nutrientdensity #funfoodforkids #kidsmealideas #foodforkids #nutrientdense #nutrientdensefood #nutritiousanddelicious #healthyfats #goodfats #foodasmedicine #foodheals #protein #bloodsugarbalance #choosehealth #nutritiousmeals #healthysnacks #nutritioustips #balancedmeals⁠ ⁠
It's true, we all want our kids to eat more veggie It's true, we all want our kids to eat more veggies, but don't freak out if your kids aren't eating kale, cucumber or capsicum!⁠ ⁠ Many of the vitamins and minerals in vegetables can also be found in fruit, grains, beans, nuts, dairy, fish and meat,, ensuring your kids can still get the essential fuel they need even if they won’t eat spinach and zucchini, yet! ⁠ ⁠ In order to give you a bit of peace of mind while you kids are learning to like veggies I have collaborated with @lowtoxlife to create a FREE, 5-day live series, "How To Add Extra Nutrient Boosters Into Favourite Family Meals And Lower Mealtime Stress", to show you how to successfully add extra nutrition to the meals your kids already love to ensure they are getting a ton of goodness with every bite! ⁠ ⁠ Link to sign up is in my bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠⠀⁠ #toddlerfood #toddlerfoodideas #cookingforkids⁠ #fruitlover #eattherainbow #healthykids #eatyourveggies #eatyourgreens #feedingkids #feedingtoddlers #whatifeedmykid #feedinglittles #whatmykideats #nutritioninfo #familycooking #kidsfoodideas #foodforkids #cookingformyfamily #homecooked #parentingtips #parentinginfo #feedingmyfamily #feedingthefamily #healthcoach #nutritionmatters #nutrientdensity #healwithfood #microbiome #boostimmunity #immunehealth⁠ ⁠
SELF CARE + TIME TO MYSELF +Chores + Work + Home d SELF CARE + TIME TO MYSELF +Chores + Work + Home duties + Parenting = WHAT I SHOULD BE DOING.⁠ ⁠ See what I did there?⁠ ⁠ Off course the chores, work, home duties, parenting needs our attention, but as women we are so good at letting guilt control us and feel we have let ourselves and everyone else down when we can’t fulfil all the expectations. ⁠ ⁠ We need to work on letting this idea and the guilt go and SELF-CARE needs to become part of the “what I should be doing’” equation. See how I put it right there at the top of the list! Every day I insist on starting it with a beautiful brisk walk. Getting in this time for me ensures I can face the day feeling refreshed and fulfilled and as a result and I'm much more productive and a much better human being for everyone 💙⁠ ⁠ If you're ready to invest in yourself for the rest of 2020 then check out the Self Care Mini Bundle via the link in my profile. Just $30 for 5 days only. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #selfcarematters #selfcareeveryday #selfcareposts #selflovejourney #selfacceptance #selfesteem #dailyselfcare #selfcareishealthcarelivethelittlethings #embracingaslowerlife #healthyhormones #hormonebalance #healthfromwithin #workingwomen #womeninspiringwomen #abmhappylife #thatauthenthicfeeling #mybeautifulsimplicity #makeitblissful #postiivevibes #humansofjoy #slowlivingmovement #theeverydayproject #thehappynow #instamotivation #flashesofdelight #selfimprovement #holdyourmoments #livethelittlethings #mindset#personaldevelopment
It’s no secret that kids don’t eat enough vege It’s no secret that kids don’t eat enough vegetables, and some eat hardly any at all! This a problem because they are missing out on important nutrients, such as fibre, iron, calcium, carotenoids, vital to their long term health. The good news is that kids are far more likely to try vegetables, and like them, if they are paired with a dip . So apart from making the veggie stick dippers, make your dip veggie based and it's a win-win! My kids hate pumpkin but will happily eat this delicious roast pumpkin dip . Fortunately, dips are quick and easy to make, and you can avoid the nasties you would find in most commercial dips which are full of additives, preservatives and vegetable or canola oils . Grab the recipe link in my bio . . . . . #vegetarian #foodie #homemade #instalicious #foodstagramming #yummy #eats #tasty #foodporn #childrenshealth #pickyeating #veggies #crudite #healthyrecipes #plantbased #healthysnackideas #dips #pumpkindip #heresmyfood #appetizers #quickrecipes #foodbloggers #healthysnacks #goodfood #kidsfood #lunchbox #lunchboxideas #lunchboxes #fromscratch #healthykids
It’s Chocolate Milkshake time and it's smiles al It’s Chocolate Milkshake time and it's smiles all round! . Come learn the wholesome way to enjoy this classic treat and pack lots of nutritional goodness into your families favourite meals in my 5 Day Series, 'How To Add Extra Nutrient Boosters Into Favourite Family Meals And Lower Mealtime Stress' . We kick of Sunday 7th June. Link to sign up is in my bio . . . . . #realfoodkids #healthyisdelicious #eattothrive #eatwholefoods #eattherainbow #eatyourcolors #quickandhealthy #healthymilkshake #milkshake #smoothie #healthyfamily #kidseatingwhole #realfood #realfoodfamily #realfoodsnacks #glutenfree #nutrition #jerf #wholefood #realnaturalkids #pickyeaters #pickyeating #fussyeaters #kidapproved #kidfoodideas #superhealthykids #feedingkids #nutrientdensity #healthyfamily
"Thanks brendajanschek for your delicious recipes, "Thanks brendajanschek for your delicious recipes, especially the ricotta and honey wraps! Love all your healthy and foolproof recipes 🙏🏼" - Marianne . Well, shucks @hainesmarianne and thanks for sharing your gorgeous photo💙Love you guys in my community and your lovely messages. It's because of you I do what I do 😘 . Head to the link in my bio for my Golden Honey & Ricotta Wraps . . . . #eatrealfood#eatgoodfeelgood#realfood#nutritiousanddelicious#healthyrecipeshare#whatsonmyplate#eatyourcolors#eatgoodfood #love #realsimple #justeatrealfood #wholefoods #wholefoodsfaves #imsomartha #theeverygirl #simplerecipes #easymeals #allfoodsfit #easybreakfast #foodforfuel #healthcoach #breakfastinspo #eatingwelleats #wellandgoodeats #makesmewhole #nourishyourbody #boostmmunity #recipeshare #kidfriendly #pickyeatersolutions
I know how hard it is to have a clear head to thin I know how hard it is to have a clear head to think about making different dishes for you family even though sourcing new recipes has never been easier, it's the headspace that's needed to break the monotony of the 7-10 day rotation of the same.old.meals.⁠ ⁠ Ain't nothing wrong with feeding the fam bam their faves, but in the name of food diversity I'd like to encourage you to try a variation of your go-to recipes and even perhaps add one new recipe per week to your meal plan 🤞🏼⁠ ⁠ Doing this will ensure that your family aren't missing out on all the health benefits and essential nutrients the different array of foods provide which reduces the risk of nutritional deficiencies and provides all those wonderful health benefits like:⁠ ⁠ ✔️healthy gut microbiome⁠ ✔️lower risk of food allergy and intolerance⁠ ✔️reduce inflammation⁠ ✔️combat oxidative stress⁠ ⁠ If you want to jumpstart variety and diversity in your meals and food choices, come join the free 5 day series I'm running with Alexx from @lowtoxlife 'How To Add Extra Nutrient Boosters Into Favourite Family Meals And Lower Mealtime Stress'⁠ ⁠ Link to join is in my bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #eatfromtheearth #eatingforhealth #kidfriendlymeals #wholefooddiet #nutriciousanddelicious #fooddiversity #pickeaters #fussyeaters #food #freshfood #mealplanning #healthyeatingideas #recipeplan #guthealthy #microbiome #guthealthmatters #wholebodyhealth #happygut #healthykids #familyfood #whatifeedmykid #raisingintuitiveeaters #parentinghacks #raisehealthyeaters #foodpeace #bodytrust #feedingkids #foodisfuel #nutrientdensity #wholefoodnutrition
⁠ Long story short, as women we are hard-wired t ⁠ Long story short, as women we are hard-wired to care for others and at the same time we are governed by what society thinks.⁠ ⁠ There are sooooo many reasons for this and I'm so passionate about it I've even done a whole webinar on it in the past, but for now, even if you simply think how from birth as girls we're handed dolls and baby carriages to play with, which suggests nurturing and caring behaviours, whereas boys are handed superheroes and toy soldiers, suggesting fighting, and protecting behaviours, you can start to see how socialisation hardwires us and where our guilt springs from.⁠ ⁠ It's only when we understand why we feel guilty about caring for ourselves, that we can actually give ourselves permission to let go of limiting beliefs and give ourselves what we truly deserve.⁠ ⁠ And remember, nobody around you benefits if you don’t take care of yourself.⁠ ⁠ Do you believe taking care of yourself is good or selfish? Do you believe you deserve time to yourself to enjoy in anyway you care to or do you struggle with guilt?⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #livethelittlethings #embracingaslowerlife #darlingdaily #aslowmoment #holdthemoments #abmhappylife #thatauthenthicfeeling #mybeautifulsimplicity #makeitblissful #postiivevibes #humansofjoy #slowlivingmovement #theeverydayproject #thehappynow #instamotivation #flashesofdelight #petitejoys #selfimprovement #holdyourmoments #livethelittlethings #mindset #inspiremyinstagram #personaldevelopment #instainspiration #womenshealthy #motherhoodrising #selfcare #inspirationdailyhealthyhappylife #liveinspired #momentsofmine
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