Live in the Balance

07/16/2013

Can reducing a bloated belly be as simple as chewing your food? Yes indeed...read on! http://track.namastelight.com/v/443/df8874c4beea8897bbeb5a75c5aefd12c19cbe3b3585224b

Summertime...the season that packs a potentially 'deadly' combo: Over-eating and drinking at outdoor cookouts + dehydrating, hot weather + 'skin-baring' clothing = VISIBLE BLOATING! If you find yourself battling with bloat, even when you THINK you are making healthy food choices, you may be able to…

07/09/2013

Yikes...read before your next trip to the grocery store: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/8-banned-foods-you-can-still-find-in-the-u-s.html

Last week, Buzzfeed released a list of foods that are banned in several places around the world, but still available in the U.S. Check out the list of banned

05/26/2013

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Ahhh the days of summer are upon us. And as the heat sets in, what better time to learn about the methods and benefits of COLD-BREWED beverages? This alternative to the traditional 'hot brewing' method of coffee and tea is environmentally friendly, easy, tastes amazing, and most importantly is much…

05/04/2013

One of my latest addictions: COLD BREWED TEA. Cold brewing “pulls” the flavor out of the leaves instead of “pushing” it out. Chemically speaking, this means there are fewer catechins and less caffeine. In terms of flavor, a reduction in catechins and caffeine drops out the bitterness and leaves you with a smoother tasting tea ♥ Easy to make, lovely to enjoy, and perfect for the start of summer. Brew it with Green Tea for a rich antioxidant elixir.

03/14/2013

"If you want to shrink something,
You must first allow it to expand.
If you want to get rid of something,
You must first allow it to flourish.
If you want to take something,
You must first allow it to be given.
This is called the subtle perception
Of the way things are."

-Tao Te Ching

03/12/2013

Breaking the fat myths: http://www.hungryforchange.tv/article/5-fats-that-dont-make-you-fat

Dietary fats play an important role in a healthy diet and are needed for many of our bodies processes. Discover five incredible dietary fats that are nutrient rich and great for your waist line too!

02/18/2013

02/13/2013

"When you welcome your emotions as teachers, every emotion brings good news, even the ones that are painful."
- Gary Zukav

01/12/2013

When buying produce, there are some items that you should always buy organic due to HIGH levels of pesticides. Previously the dirty dozen...now there's 14:
1. Apples
2. Celery
3. Sweet Bell Peppers
4. Peaches
5. Strawberries
6. Imported nectarines
7. Grapes
8. Spinach
9. Lettuce
10. Cucumbers
11. Domestic blueberries
12. Potatoes
13. Green Beans
14. Kale/collard greens

01/09/2013

My new obsession: Smoother tasting, low acid, eco-friendly coffee brewed at home? Yes please! http://liveinthebalance.weebly.com/1/post/2013/01/cold-brew-low-acidity-coffee.html

1 1/3 cups of fine ground coffee 4 cups of water Combine coffee and water in a glass container or mason jar. Stir to combine well. Cover and let it 'brew' at room temperature for 8-24 hours (I...

01/03/2013

Morning energy-inducing breakfast shake: Banana, blueberries, raspberries, spinach, arugula, chia seeds, cacao nibs, dulse flakes, almond milk, water.

01/03/2013

Free 3 day guided detox this weekend. Check it out! http://www.hungryforchange.tv/article/3-day-detox-plan

All of the recipes for the juices, snacks and meals during the 3 day detox plus the amazing nutritional benefits of each recipe.