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Does your career evoke your emotions?

“Do something that evokes emotion in you.” I was talking to someone the other day about this project he wants to create. As he spoke about this goal, his eyes began to gloss over. It struck me that this was his passion, his life purpose and he would do everything in his power to make…

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Meatballs and Marinara

These meatballs were such a treat. I would definitely try tossing them over some zoodles or noodles next time I make them. The sauce had delectable flavor. The lycopene in tomatoes acts as an antioxidant and helps with bone health. This recipe only took about 15 minutes to prep! Serves: 12 Hands-on time: 10 minutes…

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Lemon Turmeric Energy Balls

Try this recipe out for your next desert or a boost of energy. They’re similar to a lemon bar or lemon tarts with a lot more health benefits! Turmeric is a sneaky spice that helps with inflammation. It decreases cancer risk, supports detoxification, balances out blood sugar and can improve chronic digestive health problems like…

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What is so great about kombucha?

Are you after that morning grind and just can’t quit yawning? Need some kind of concoction to fight a hangover? What about an elixir that can improve your eyesight? Kombucha is the answer! Kombucha is a fermented tea. It has been around for centuries and has many benefits. Some of these benefits include improved eyesight,…

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Dolphin Pose

Dolphin pose an overall juicy stretch for your shoulders, hamstrings, calves and arches of your feet. It is great for lowering high blood pressure. It calms the brain, helps to relieve stress and mild depression. It can improve digestion. Dolphin pose is therapeutic for asthma, insomnia, flat feet, and sciatica. This pose is an ultimate…

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Get a Grasp on Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

A pill for this a pill for that? My grandpa was telling me about his hypertension (high blood pressure) and how he has to take a few medications to control it. He said it would be ideal to eliminate at least one of the medications he is currently taking. Although I am not a doctor,…

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Head-to-Knee Forward Bend (Janu Sirsasana)

Janu means knee and Sirsa is the head. This pose aids in digestion because of the way it tones the liver and spleen. It is therapeutic for high blood pressure, insomnia, and sinuses. Sit on the floor with one leg stretched out. Remembering to flex through the right foot! Exhale, lining your belly button up…

Hero’s Pose (Virasana)

Virasana or Hero’s Pose can help with digestion, pains in the knees and flat feet. It is also great for your spine and can lower high blood pressure. Kneel on the floor with the knees together and the feet about 18 inches apart. Roll the calf muscle to the outside and let the glutes fall to…

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Grilled Hawaiian BBQ Chicken

My cousin and I do little get togethers every once in awhile. I’ll pick a recipe, he’ll enjoy a nice home cooked meal. His roommate got in on this one and boy, did we have a hay day with this dish. It had the perfect combination between sweet and salty. Serves: 4 Hands-on time: 15…

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Pistachio, Cranberry, Oatmeal Energy Balls

I am usually on the go all day. I drive from one yoga class to the next and basically live out of my backpack. So I have to keep snacks in there ready to be chomped down throughout the day. Energy balls are the perfect thing. These pistachio, cranberry, oatmeal balls were an indulging mix….