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Month: December 2016

What the winter solstice means for our bodies and our health

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Happy First Day of Winter! It’s hard to believe, considering the below zero temps lately, but today is our “official” transition from fall to winter, the winter solstice!

By any chance have you noticed a shift in your body/mood/energy levels lately? I’m not going to lie, winter is my least favorite season. I’m just a warm weather kind of girl. Plus, I hate sweaters. And layers. And coats. Also, boots and gloves. And dry skin.

We don’t tend to pay much attention to the winter solstice when it’s already dipped into the negative temps and our focus is on the holidays, the celebrations, the shopping,…

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5 Healthy Holiday Smoothies

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It’s no secret I love smoothies. Making smoothies is one of the easiest ways to be creative in the kitchen with few skills and little time, not to mention a whole lot of nutrition for this small effort! Smoothies are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, enzymes and antioxidants. Plus, they’re easy to digest, which means your body easily absorbs all of that good stuff. When foods are easy on your digestion, it also means more energy for you!

My smoothies roll with the seasons, and it’s the holiday season! So I’m here to help you get into the holiday spirit with smoothie recipes…

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