tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36908779655510591862024-03-13T13:18:18.466-07:00Center Your HealthCenter Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.comBlogger297125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-86558449317334069472014-07-10T08:08:00.000-07:002014-07-15T08:09:12.348-07:00Natural Drain Cleaner<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Drains clog every now and then, or at least slow down. I love flushing mine naturally. I pour about 1/2 cup of super washing soda into drain followed by about 2-3 cups vinegar (everything fizzes!), followed by a teakettle full of boiling hot water. This usually freshens the drain but if for some reason it didn't work, repeat until it does. </div>
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<b>Whoohoo, #nontoxic!!!</b></div>
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-69514279835553750492014-07-05T08:04:00.000-07:002014-07-15T12:31:36.127-07:00SAD Meal Turned Kinda Healthy!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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At first glance of this meal most of us would frown upon it saying we know it's not something that we should eat. SAD stands for the "Standard American Diet" if you didn't get that in the title of this blog. However, this is the perfect example of purchasing higher quality foods that we really enjoy! Tonight, it's organic <a href="http://www.applegate.com/products/hot-dogs/category">Applegate</a> hot dogs, organic low-sodium baked beans, <a href="http://www.bubbies.com/">Bubbie's</a> sauerkraut, organic ketchup and mustard with a watered down glass of organic lemonade. </div>
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Certainly not the healthiest meal in the world, but a great example of how you can still enjoy the foods that you love at a higher quality! </div>
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There are so many tips and tricks to do this with other meals or recipes. I love helping my clients do this! Contact me for more information. </div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-33642754778833127992014-07-01T07:56:00.000-07:002014-07-15T07:56:41.606-07:00Red Foods for Lymphatic Flow<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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waste, debris & toxins out of the body, so we want to do whatever we
can to promote this process. When the lymphatic system is congested you
may feel tired, stiffness in the morning, have skin breakouts, food
sensitivities, bloating around the belly...to name a few. Moral if this
story - eat RED foods! </span></div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-13280793305521332092014-06-30T07:54:00.000-07:002014-07-15T07:54:45.194-07:00Ginger Carrots<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Fermented foods, they're great for your health. I spend like, LOTS of money on them and I'm totally tired of it. I started making my own. Here is the simple recipe:</div>
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-19203459512140857362014-06-28T07:50:00.000-07:002014-07-15T07:51:24.422-07:00Meal Planning Makes Life Easy (& Delicious!)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This morning I slept in but I have a busy afternoon/night ahead of me. Luckily I meal planned earlier in the week so I was ready to throw together an uber-nutritious meal within a few minutes. I had some cooked lentils and quinoa in the fridge that I heated up with a few cubes of frozen homemade bone broth. I scrambled 2 eggs and threw it all together over a bed of arugala with a cup of tulsi tea. </div>
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How are your meal planning skills? This is something that I love to help my clients out with. Contact me to set up a health consultation so that we can get to it! </div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-8971923882437311672014-06-19T07:45:00.000-07:002014-07-15T07:46:04.716-07:00Post-It Note Wisdom: Talk about your blessings...<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Starting this week off right with this little gem. </td></tr>
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<br />Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-75355247721901423952014-06-18T06:00:00.000-07:002014-06-20T06:19:35.219-07:00DIY Almond Milk<div style="text-align: center;">
There's a lot of bull honkey in our food. Even in the so-called "healthy foods" at the health food store. It's not cool. Almond milk is one of those sneaky places where companies add harmful chemicals and preservatives...and that basically takes the "health" right out of it. </div>
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No worries though, making your own almond milk is actually super simple. No one ever believes me when I say that, but I promise! Here is my super simple, really quick recipe. Brace yourself...</div>
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1 cup raw, organic almonds (soaked overnight)</div>
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5 cups filtered water </div>
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Blend altogether and strain through cheesecloth or a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DAI7KTI/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00DAI7KTI&linkCode=as2&tag=cagiea-20">nut milk bag</a> into a large mason jar. Almond milk will keep in the fridge for 5-6 days. </div>
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-68824359778649625942014-06-02T16:00:00.000-07:002014-06-06T16:01:10.659-07:00Strawberry Ice Cream<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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1 cup organic frozen strawberries<o:p></o:p></div>
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are a unique combination of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients. It’s
why they’re great for cardiovascular support and prevention of cardiovascular
diseases, improved regulation of blood sugar, with decreased risk of type 2
diabetes, and prevention of certain cancer types including breast, cervical,
colon, and esophageal cancer. They’re a gorgeous seasonal superfood rich with
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-29905780253480861162014-05-30T16:09:00.000-07:002014-06-06T16:10:18.977-07:00Healthy Foods for the Liver<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
Eating healthy foods for the
liver can improve and support liver function on a daily basis. Having a </div>
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healthy
liver results in greater energy and general well-being. A poorly functioning liver can result in
tiredness, headaches, bad breath, allergies and intolerances, problem skin and
weight gain. Foods that are healthy for
the liver fall into two main categories.
First are those that promote the detoxification process of the liver.
And second, are those that are high in antioxidants and therefore protect the
liver while it's carrying out its detoxification processes.<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Garlic and onions</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Garlic
contains allicin which is a sulphur-based compound needed by the liver for
effective detoxification. Garlic helps the liver rid the body of mercury,
certain food additives and the hormone oestrogen.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Cruciferous vegetables</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;"> (broccoli, brussel sprouts,
cauliflower, cabbage)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">These
vegetables are very powerful detoxifiers of the liver. They contain chemicals
that neutralise certain toxins such as nitrosamines found in cigarette smoke
and aflotoxin found in peanuts. They also contain glucosinolates that help the
liver to produce enzymes it needs for its detoxification processes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Freshly squeezed lemon in hot
water</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Drinking
freshly squeezed lemon juice in a cup of boiled water first thing in the
morning helps to cleanse the liver and promote detoxification. It also
stimulates bile production, cleanses the stomach and bowel and stimulates a
bowel motion.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">It's a
blood-purifying tonic that is also capable of absorbing heavy metals. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">High-antioxidant fruits</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Prunes, raisins, blueberries, blackberries,
strawberries, raspberries, plums, oranges, pink grapefruit, cantaloupe, apples
and pears. Antioxidants help to protect the liver from the high levels of free
radicals that are naturally produced during the process of detoxification.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Apples</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Apples
contain pectin that bind to heavy metals in the body (in particular in the
colon) and help their excretion. This reduces the load on the liver and its
detoxification capacities.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Artichoke</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Increases
bile production. One of the jobs of bile is to remove toxins through the bowel,
as well as 'unfriendly' micro-organisms. It has been suggested that 30 minutes
after eating globe artichoke, bile flow is increased by over 100%.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Bitter leafy salad greens</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-size: 16.0pt;">Thinks dandelion, chicory and endive. </span>The
bitterness of these foods helps to stimulate bile flow within the liver.</div>
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<b>LIVER</b></div>
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When you're trying to nourish or heal a certain organ of your body, consider eating that organ from an animal. Always opt for animals that were grassfed, happy and healthy. Check out <a href="http://www.grasslandbeef.com/StoreFront.bok">US Wellness Meats </a>if you cannot find any in your local area. Not a fan of eating liver? Chop one up into tablet sized pieces, freeze, and swallow the same way you would a pill! </div>
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-3993005409626979012014-05-26T16:03:00.000-07:002014-06-06T16:04:16.310-07:00Buzz the Stress Away with the Bumble Bee Breath - Brahmari Pranayama<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zSEnupmhvqg/U5JIxq6Yf9I/AAAAAAAAB5M/uv297QX6v2c/s1600/bumblebee-md.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zSEnupmhvqg/U5JIxq6Yf9I/AAAAAAAAB5M/uv297QX6v2c/s1600/bumblebee-md.jpg" height="196" width="320" /></a>The word "Brahmari" comes from the Sanskrit
word which means bee. The practice is named for the humming sound that bees
make. The sound is soothing for a spinning mind, and the practice lengthens the
exhalation without excessive strain. The
practice of Brahmari breathing (Bumble Bee Breath) calms the mind and reduces
the fight or flight stress response. It reduces cerebral tension, anger,
anxiety, and insomnia, while aiding in lowering blood pressure. This pranayama
is very effective in speeding up the healing of body tissues and may be
practiced after surgeries. It has a
calming effect on entire nervous system, especially it stimulates the parasympathetic
nervous system, which induces muscular relaxation and is very effective in
stress management. So Brahmari is very effective for relaxation of body and
mind.</div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Times-Roman; mso-bidi-language: EN-US;">Brahmari can be used as a regular daily practice to
encourage relaxation or as an on-the-spot remedy. Because of the buzzing sound,
however, it's the kind of practice that you might not choose to do in public.
If you are out somewhere and experiencing anxiety, look for a place that's
relatively private, like a bathroom or your parked car.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Or you could always play it off like you’re
humming to your favorite song to yourself!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Times-Roman; mso-bidi-font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-language: EN-US;"> </span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Times-Roman; mso-bidi-language: EN-US;">Finally, spend a few breaths sitting quietly and
noticing whether there are any changes in your breath or mood.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-16632529624459623342014-05-26T07:07:00.000-07:002014-06-20T07:08:37.094-07:00Our Hawaiian Honeymoon<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;">Lammer and I enjoyed our honeymoon in Hawaii right after our wedding weekend. It was PERFECT. Here are a few highlights of our trip. Of course, lots of food stuff too since it's my life!<br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-A1UJCcpSP9g/U6Q5qrw0_LI/AAAAAAAAB6M/KerQ3xM_odQ/s1600/IMG_0039.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-A1UJCcpSP9g/U6Q5qrw0_LI/AAAAAAAAB6M/KerQ3xM_odQ/s1600/IMG_0039.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://livesodakombucha.com/">LIVE Kombucha</a> Root Beer flavored was such a treat with <a href="https://www.marysgonecrackers.com/">Mary's Gone Crackers</a> that is FINALLY soy-free! </td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7X7aFexaoeA/U6Q5rA03CsI/AAAAAAAAB6Q/wmN5A_P9L7w/s1600/IMG_0857.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7X7aFexaoeA/U6Q5rA03CsI/AAAAAAAAB6Q/wmN5A_P9L7w/s1600/IMG_0857.JPG" height="226" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We found a a large patch of rocks in the shape of a huge heart on the beach in Kauai, how fitting!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fresh, colorful produce was everywhere in Hawaii. Juice and shake stands too!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After a beautiful morning of yoga in Hanalei Bay I walked across the street to grab a cinnamon watermelon juice. It matched my pants and was incredibly delicious!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">So Hawaii is HUGE with serving grass-fed animals. Most restaurants were very proud to offer it from local farmers. AWESOME!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It was so comforting to see how outraged the people of Hawaii are about GMOs. Sings like this were all over including "GMO-Free Zones," "No GMOs Allowed Here," "GMO-Free Animal Feed," etc. So much information was at every supermarket we went to, not just the health food stores, about how dangerous they are. Right up my alley! Unfortunately I learned that Monsanto has taken over much of Molokai (another small Hawaiian island) for their GMO testing. The run off from their testing is destroying Hawaii's breathtaking reefs. Grrrr.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">An afternoon snack: A glass of home-brewed and local kombucha (we had a hook-up!) with sliced apple and cinnamon while reading The Way of the Peaceful Warrior.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of the many delicious breakfasts that Lammer made for me. He's such a great cook!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And then after one of his healthy breakfasts I would eat a little ice cream. Can you even believe it?! So not like me. I didn't hold back at all...and it felt awesome. I had some of the only store-bought ice cream I'd ever eat (I enjoy making my own at home) - <a href="http://coconutbliss.com/">Coconut Bliss</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wearing a flower in your hair is a MUST in Hawaii each day. Beautiful Molokai is behind me while we were staying in Napili Bay, Maui. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We spent the afternoon/sunset playing the plantation course at the gorgeous Kapalua golf course in Maui. Well, Lammer played while I enjoyed driving the little golf cart around! </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lammer used to live in Maui way back when, so he loves talking to the locals to catch up on all he's missed since he's left. We stopped at a tiny stand on the side of the road and met the sweetest Hawaiian couple. Lammer and him of course knew lots of the same people (Lammer knows everyone!) and he cut us a ripe papaya with some banana to munch on while we enjoyed the view of the Pacific. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pretty much the staple of my everyday foods in Hawaii. Guava kombucha & chocolate walnut brownie ice cream. Heaven!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Moments before we loaded the car up to catch our plane home...I HAD to finish the last few bites of my ice cream - HA!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We flew in a private, 2-seater, open cockpit plane over Kauai! </td></tr>
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<br />Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-25493395831910174652014-05-12T15:53:00.000-07:002014-06-06T15:53:47.716-07:00Wedding weather & how the sun came through for our special day!<div style="text-align: center;">
After over a year of planning, Lammer and I finally celebrated our wedding in May! It was a dream come true. </div>
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The week leading up to the wedding was rainy and grey…not fun for a wedding taking place at two venues that were looking over the Jersey shore. I was actually pretty glad it was raining because I kept thinking, “good, let it rain now so that it’s a sparkler for our wedding day!” We celebrated our rehearsal dinner that Friday night at the beautiful Brielle River House…but fog, mist and rain blocked any view of the water. I was enjoying our night with our closest family and friends from out of town, but every so often someone would bring the weather up and it was such a downer. I was still keeping my fingers crossed for the next day. </div>
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I woke up at 6am to the same rainy and grey weather that it had been for the past 5 days. Are you kidding me?! I was a wreck. I was just walking around sobbing. I wasn’t even that upset that it was going to be a rainy day, <b>I was more upset that the weather would bring everyone’s energy down about our day</b>. I rolled out my yoga mat and needed to make peace with the fact that I was going to be one of those brides that plans a beach wedding on a rainy day. After a much needed practice, I hopped on to Instagram to put it out there, and felt much better about it:</div>
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<i>All I've ever done over the years was pray, wish & hope for the most beautiful weather for someone on the day they got married - whether I knew them or not. My heart ached for those brides that had the grey, rainy days...& here I am, one of them. During my yoga practice this morning while fighting back tears I realized how silly it was - we'll have years worth of beautiful, sunny days together, today is just not one of them. It still doesn't change the fact that our family & friends have traveled to celebrate the love with us today & we'll all still have a great time (even though they won't be able to see the beautiful jersey shore because of the fog). But I swear if one person says it's good luck I'm gonna knock them out - HA! I already have the perfect man to marry, we have the greatest home together, most amazing family & friends...how can I expect to have everything with the perfect day, too? Off to celebrate!! #lammerloveslauren #rainraingoaway #sunshineinourhearts #weddingday #letsdothis</i></div>
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But then, at about 7:30am my matron of honor found me and pointed out how the clouds were breaking and blue skies were in sight. Dude, she was totally right. By the time we were all ready to get outside for photographs the sun was blazing. We ended up having a beautiful sun-filled morning for pictures on the grass, boardwalk and beach. </div>
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The wind was fierce as Lammer and I held hands and walked on the beach for some photographs. </div>
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Guests were able to enjoy the outdoor deck of our venue and the beautiful view of the ocean since the rain held for most of the morning/early afternoon. </div>
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When everyone was called in for speeches, it started pouring but stopped as soon as the speeches stopped. </div>
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It started raining immediately after the wedding but stopped at 6pm right when our wedding after party began for our guests to enjoy the sunset and the shore. </div>
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Like, are you kidding me?! </div>
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We had a bit of everything weather-wise that day; wind, sun, rain, clouds, etc. It was absolutely perfect! <b>I am writing this to thank each and every person who say my post that morning because so many of them wrote such beautiful comments to me and/or said a little prayer to the weather gods to ease up and let the sun shine down. Proof that they power of intentions and prayer really do work. THANK YOU!</b></div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-86277007547947255362014-05-11T15:48:00.000-07:002014-06-06T15:54:19.627-07:00The BEST parts of my wedding.<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">There are SO many amazing things about our wedding day that will forever remain in my mind. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">But I must say, these are the top 3 off the long list:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Being engaged was a blast! I was taken away by how so many people (my friends, family, coworkers and even strangers!) went out of their way to congratulate me, ask me questions, or celebrate our engagement. I usually feel bad when too much attention is on me, I like to be as mindful as I can about being sure to give a person just as much attention that they’ve given me. However, I made it a point that for my engagement, NOT to be so concerned about doing that. The result: I was able to totally soak up and enjoy everyone’s genuine happiness for Lammer and I, which was SUCH a beautiful thing! Sometimes it’s important to allow people to devote that effort, time and happiness to you. It made me realize just how special of a time it was. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">2. With that being said, we were able to party down from the day we got engaged until our grand finale - our wedding! The day of our engagement was Superbowl Sunday so Lammer had invited a bunch of friends and family to come celebrate. We were gifted a breathtaking engagement party in Garden City, NY where Lammer’s sister lives. It was like something out of a Martha Stewart magazine. My bridal party and I flew to Key West for a long weekend of total relaxation. We made it a point to sit by the pool, eat great food and catch gorgeous sunsets. Shortly after, my amazing bridal party and mother threw me a perfect wedding shower. The theme was a colorful, India-inspired design. So thoughtful and totally ME! My amazing coordinator at work threw me a surprise shower at work. I was touched at how many coworkers showed up to give me their blessings. The Indian women that I meet with each week for bhajans sang and danced to<span style="color: #232323;"> special songs called Suhaag, for me. Basically to wish me well in my new life! Lammer’s parents hosted our rehearsal dinner at the beautiful Brielle River House the night before our wedding. It was a great way to catch up with those who traveled from out of town for our wedding. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">3. The most exhilarating part of the day and possibly of the whole experience was walking down the isle with my father while looking around the room that was jam-packed with our closest family and friends. Everyone I saw was smiling so bright back at me. There was so much love between Lammer and I that day and so much going around that room! Even just thinking about how special it was to have everyone there at the same time makes me tear up. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>I feel so blessed and will be eternally grateful for our beautiful wedding day. </b></span></div>
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-31710163403694331802014-05-10T06:28:00.000-07:002014-06-20T06:31:22.871-07:00We're Married! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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John (Lammer) & I finally tied the knot and our day was a dream come true. </div>
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We couldn't be any happier!</div>
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Check out a snip-it of our day <a href="https://vimeo.com/96125003">HERE</a>. </div>
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Many more pictures to come!</div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-59607546577492754632014-04-15T12:50:00.004-07:002014-04-15T12:51:21.394-07:00Asparagus with Maple Tahini Dressing<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-31459231136606635682014-04-10T07:05:00.000-07:002014-04-14T07:06:17.430-07:00Homemade Moisturizer Recipe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Just for fun the other morning upon awakening, I decided to count how
many products I used during my morning routine. I was convinced it would
be about 8-10 because within the past 5-years or so I’ve significantly
decreased the amount of products and cosmetics I use. </div>
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By the time I walked out of the bathroom and was ready for my day I had used <strong>over</strong>
16 products from my toothpaste, hair products and makeup. Even though
the products I purchase these days are higher quality...they’re still
not 100% healthy! I am committing to making more of an effort with my
everyday products with the same enthusiasm that I do with my food. Best
part, it’s WAY cheaper!!</div>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Funfact:</strong> within the past 3 months or so of doing this I’ve lost count at how many compliments I’ve gotten regarding my glowing skin! </div>
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stumbled across this recipe online, ordered some beeswax pellets and
made some. I’m in love. My fiancé is in love (and I didn’t even ask him
to try, he willingly tried on his own!). I still can’t get over how
quickly it took to throw it together. You only need a small amount each
application and it absorbs fairly quickly into the skin. The smell will
fade after a few minutes. It lasts a long time in the bathroom, so it
doesn’t need to be refrigerated! Amazing for dry hands and feet, or even
chapped lips. Got a baby with a rash? It helps their bum, too. Did I
mention how affordable this moisturizer is? Please let me know if you
give it a try!</div>
<br /><strong>Ingredients</strong><br />1/2 cup olive oil (or almond oil)<br />1/2 cup coconut oil <br />1/4 cup beeswax pellets (I bought mine on <a _mce_href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001LR2CHK/greethic-20" _mce_style="color: #0033ff; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001LR2CHK/greethic-20" linktype="1" style="color: rgb(0, 51, 255) !important;" target="_blank" track="on">Amazon</a>) <br />10 drops of essential oil (optional, my favorite is lemongrass)<br /> <br /><strong>Directions</strong><br />1. Combine the olive oil, coconut oil and beeswax into a heat proof jug or large jar.<br />2. Put the jug/jar in a saucepan and fill the pan with water until it comes 3/4 of the way up the jug/jar.<br />3. Put it on a low heat on the stove. Heat and stir it until it has melted (about 5-10 minutes).<br />4.
Now empty out the hot water from the pan and replace it with cold water
to the same level. Put the jug/jar back into the pan. This helps to
cool the moisturizer down quickly, as you’ll notice.<br />5. Add your essential oil to the jug/jar now if you are using.<br />6.
Now to finish this quickly, use an electric whisk to quickly whip the
ingredients into a moisturizer. OR if you don’t have a whisk you can
use a fork and give it a good stir. You may have to stir this every 5
minutes until the texture is thick and creamy if not using an electric
whisk.<br />7. Spoon into a glass jar of your choice, something that will
be accessible for you to stick your fingers in to grab some moisturizer
during your bathroom routine. I bought a bunch of <a _mce_href="http://www.amazon.com/Ball-Quilted-Jelly-Canning-Pack/dp/B000VTSYA8/ref=pd_sim_k_28?ie=UTF8&refRID=14YFCYAPDQ4YZPAP3R69" _mce_style="color: #0033ff; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://www.amazon.com/Ball-Quilted-Jelly-Canning-Pack/dp/B000VTSYA8/ref=pd_sim_k_28?ie=UTF8&refRID=14YFCYAPDQ4YZPAP3R69" linktype="1" style="color: rgb(0, 51, 255) !important;" target="_blank" track="on">these jars</a> - they work great, you can split up your moisturizer so that you have a few jars on hand, and they are super cute! <br /><br />Recipe from GreenThickies.comCenter Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-8622385027392317052014-04-04T07:13:00.000-07:002014-04-14T07:14:05.515-07:00Stop, Breathe & Think app<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm LOVING the <a href="http://stopbreathethink.org/">Stop Breathe & Think</a> app for my iPhone. </div>
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It's <b>free</b>. </div>
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They're <b>quick</b> guided meditations. </div>
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It's <b>easy</b>. </div>
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Give it a whirl!</div>
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-26883056628248666022014-03-20T07:03:00.000-07:002014-04-14T07:03:10.695-07:00Sweet Eggs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: #fefefe; color: #222222; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Wanted a sweet breakfast after yoga this morning so I scrambled eggs in cinnamon & all spice with half an apple sliced with almond butter, walnuts & raisins. Hot H2o with turmeric, coconut oil & cayenne to assist my digestion & curb my sweet cravings for later today. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #fefefe; color: #222222; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">What do you have for breakfast when you're craving something sweet??</span></span></div>
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<br />Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-9466066765609715412014-03-14T06:59:00.000-07:002014-04-14T07:18:09.495-07:00Sauerkraut for Sugar Cravings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: #fefefe; color: #222222; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My daily tablespoon (or two) of yummy sauerkraut. Yesterday I had a few too many gluten free cookie tasting bites for the wedding & am majorly feeling it today. This helps to ease sugar cravings, replenishes healthy gut bacteria, and is a great source of iron, fiber, vitamin C & K.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: #fefefe; color: #222222; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Just to refresh you on why fermented foods are so healthy, check out a previous blog post of mine on <a href="http://centeryourhealthblog.blogspot.com/2011/03/fermented-foods-for-digestive-health.html">Fermented Foods for Digestive Health.</a></span></span></div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-70862902524766572022014-03-10T06:57:00.000-07:002014-04-14T06:57:17.644-07:00Unplug<div style="text-align: center;">
March 7 - 8th was <a href="http://www.sabbathmanifesto.org/unplug/">National Day of Unplugging.</a> Totally love the idea and what it's all about...but I can't sit here and said I did it! Sigh...</div>
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It's hard to unplug! Isn't it? </div>
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However, this made me reflect on how much I am dependent on my technological gadgets and allowed me to create some new goals moving forward. They may be small goals, but they're pretty big overall...if I do them! </div>
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<b>Small steps to unplug on a regular basis:</b></div>
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<i>1. No more walking and fiddling with my phone. Whether I'm texting, Instagraming or checking emails I need to stand up straight and walk.</i></div>
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<i>2. Once I get home from work I'm no longer allowed to use my computer. Or, if I'm working from home that day, no more computer use after 6pm. Very limited computer use over weekend, too!</i></div>
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<i>3. iPad use in bed is only allowed a few times a month, if that, and only for watching a movie or doing something enjoyable (not checking emails). </i></div>
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<i>4. Shut wifi and bluetooth off on phone/iPad if they're near my bedside. This is a must and something I do consistently. </i></div>
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<i>5. Very little to no TV before bed. I may catch a show or two after dinner, but I enjoy dimming the lights and having a quiet house before it's sleepy time. </i></div>
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<b>Have you made any gadget goals that help you unplug from technology?</b> Please share-</div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-44402442750487235302014-03-09T08:26:00.000-07:002014-03-12T08:26:18.153-07:00Creative Juices Flowing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Buying a home and planning a wedding is a recipe for spending TONS of money. In an effort to save money this weekend, I brought back to life a few items in my house that were just collecting dust by spraying them with a brilliant gold paint! Not only was this totally fun, but it allowed my creative juices to flow. </div>
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Making time for arts and crafts, for me, is a major aspect towards my good health. It's a beautiful outlet for me to express myself. Back when I was designing each and every day, I could never imagine a time where I wasn't being creative. However, times have changed! I make it a point to look at the recipes I create in my kitchen as art. I make it a point to art journal and color in coloring books. I make it a point to create small arts or crafts and send them to friends/relatives via snail mail. Keeping that creativity alive and flowing is so important. </div>
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PS: Everything looks better in GOLD! </div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-43441224160995764392014-03-06T08:34:00.000-08:002014-03-12T08:34:53.905-07:00Watch More Sunsets<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When I was living in New Paltz going to college, a friend and I used to "chase the sunset." When our schedule permitted, we hopped into the car and drove up into the mountains to watch and watch the sunset. We made this a regular habit for a while and there were nights where we'd literally have to chase the sunset, and just find any nook to catch it's last light. </div>
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This was a BEAUTIFUL habit. </div>
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Now, lets be honest here. That time of my life was not a healthy time. At all. However, I still remember a shift in myself during that time where we were on this kick. It made me slow down and reflect on the day that was just about to pass. It made me feel more gratitude for what I had. It also was just so relaxing. </div>
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I miss my irresponsible college days where I actually had the time to do this practice. However, I do make it a point to enjoy sunsets during my commute home. Or if I'm at home and notice the sky is a gorgeous color, I'll take a moment to walk outside to check it out. I especially make sure to watch a few sunsets while I'm away on vacation. So good for our souls!!!</div>
Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-75864979238862556912014-03-03T08:16:00.000-08:002014-03-12T08:17:04.736-07:00Relax, NOW.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This past weekend I was away in beautiful Key West with my bridal party for my bachelorette weekend. The week leading up to it, I was uber stressed, overwhelmed and ready for vacation. I kept saying, "Soon I'll be on a beach, under the sun and I'll be totally relaxed." The morning I left for the trip I was up at 4am to leave for a stressful drive to JFK...parked the car, checked in, you know, all the annoying things you have to go through at an airport. I was sitting there at the gate with a cup of tea and my magazine, surrounded by my awesome little bridal party and I caught myself saying it again, "Soon I'll be on a beach, under the sun and I'll be totally relaxed." </div>
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Then I realized how silly I sounded. </div>
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What was holding me back at that very moment to feel relaxed? I was under no stress what-so-ever. Although going through the motions at an airport aren't the ideal situation of relaxation, I still could have made that moment a one of ease. All I needed to do was change my mind set. </div>
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As soon as I realized this, my attitude changed. I was able to go into my weekend with a totally new outlook. I did end up enjoying the weekend even more than I had hoped because I was able to incorporate relaxation into moments where it normally wouldn't be associated with. It gave me a whole new perspective!</div>
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-84698206179939335232014-02-21T12:18:00.000-08:002014-02-25T12:19:52.226-08:00Orange-Infused Homemade Chocolate<div style="text-align: center;">
As many of you know from my last newsletter, I've been on a serious kick of making my own chocolate. Every batch is a new chance to try a new flavor. It's been totally delicious, even when the recipes didn't come out as great as I had hoped! A friend got me a yummy orange emulsion and just had to share my latest chocolate recipe with it with you.</div>
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<b>Orange-Infused Homemade Chocolate</b></div>
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1/2 cup melted coconut oil</div>
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1/2 cup cocoa powder (or cacao)</div>
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2 tablespoons smooth almond, cashew or coconut butter (I actually use sunflower seed butter and it's great for this recipe)</div>
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2 - 3 tablespoons grade B maple syrup</div>
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1/2 teaspoon orange emulsion</div>
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2 - 3 dashes of cinnamon</div>
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2 dates, pitted and sliced very thin</div>
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orange zest (and/or grated ginger)</div>
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Mix the top ingredients well by hand and pour into the bottom of a baking sheet or bread tin. Sprinkle with crushed pecans, sliced dates, orange zest (and/or ginger) and just a bit of chunky sea salt. Place in freezer until hard. Take a knife and carefully jab into chocolate and let it break into random chunks. ENJOY!</div>
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Center Your Healthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07076327380896217527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3690877965551059186.post-41463518590098649082014-02-07T17:35:00.001-08:002014-02-07T17:35:58.708-08:00Lead with Your Heart, Not Your Ego<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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#postitnotewisdom</div>
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