This exclusive resource for Nutrition Plan clients will give you a breakdown of what foods to buy, what to look for when shopping, how to implement them in your diet, and valuable tips!
-Organic Lemon Juice can be a great substitute when you don’t have Lemons. -Try to avoid brands with harmful additives. -Add a splash and get a health boost with some Lemon Water. -Bring some zest to your recipes and Shakes, and squeeze some onto fruits to prevent browning.
-Lemons are best when brightest yellow and thin-skinned. -Alkalizing properties on the body once digested. -Packed with Vitamin C and free-radical destroying flavonoids to help fight off heart disease. -Known for health properties of relieving constipation, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections, to boosting your immune system, cleansing your liver, and improving your skin. -Add to … Read more
-Cut up some Organic Lemons and make some detoxifying Lemon Water. -A great way to start the day and offset morning acidity with alkalizing properties. -Lemons are known for health properties of relieving constipation, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections, to boosting your immune system, cleansing your liver, and improving your skin. -When unable to … Read more
-Organic Ghee (made from Grass-fed Butter). -Clarified Butter that is stable at room temperature (will be solid at cooler temperatures). -It is essentially butter that has been slowly heated to separate and remove the milk solids and water. (and can be made at home, too!) -It has a higher smoke point than butter (385 degrees), which … Read more
-Look for Organic Quinoa. -Technically Quinoa is a NOT a grain. (It is a seed related to spinach, chard, & beets) -Quinoa is a complete protein. (contains all 9 essential amino acids) -Usually pre-soaked, but can be soaked (or sprouted) for additional nutrition and easier digestion. (*1/3 people are unable to digest Sprouted Quinoa*) -Use this … Read more
-Look for Organic, Cold Pressed, Hemp Oil. -A perfect Omega 6:3 ratio of 1:1. -Boost your energy, mood, and even help your skin with this healthier option(and remove harmful polyunsaturated oils from your diet). -Best in COLD recipes such as my simple SALAD DRESSING!
-Organic, Extra Virgin, Olive Oil. -Generally will be a mix of cheaper/processed oils, so for optimal quality look for a higher end Olive Oil or purchase from a specialty shop. -Ideally, do NOT heat Olive Oil (since it has a low smoke-point). -Store in a cool/dark place, immediately replace cap after each pour, and purchase smaller bottles … Read more
-Organic Apple Cider Vinegar. -Should be Raw, Unfiltered/Unprocessed, with ‘The Mother’. (The more murky, the better). -I highly recommend the brand ‘Bragg’. -Use this fermented food to boost gut health, improve digestion, facilitate weight loss, and lots more! Check out my tWtWtW:AVC to learn more. -Use in recipes, Salad Dressings, and around the house.
-Organic Maca Powder. -Powdered form can be ‘Gelatinized’ or ‘Raw’. -Gelantinized (usually more expensive): Starch has been removed (easier on digestion), more concentrated nutrients, but not as effective for Hormone balancing since glucosinolates have been altered. -Raw: Has retained nutrients and enzymes at peak levels (preferred, unless it is causing gastric distress). -Best to use in … Read more
-Look for Organic, Extra Virgin, Cold-Pressed when available. -Either Refined or Unrefined depending on use. -Refined: Better for high-heat cooking (since smoke point over 400 degrees). -Unrefined: Ideal for low-heat cooking or unheated recipes (dressing/dipping oil) due to medium smoke point. -Boost your nutrient absorption and use this healthier option to replace harmful polyunsaturated oils … Read more