State of Well-being

08/08/2025

Fasting can do more than help you lose weight, reduce inflammation, reduce blood pressure, and improve metabolic status. A new study has found that fasting produces ketones like β‑hydroxybutyrate that attach themselves to misfolded proteins and steer them to the brain’s recycling system. https://www.earth.com/news/ketone-bodies-compound-produced-during-fasting-improves-brain-health/

07/31/2025

Want to pick the perfect avocado? Try this!

Bonus tip:

Shopping for the week? Grab a few ripe avocados for now and a few that are still firm.

Store underripe avocados on the counter until they soften.

Once ripe, move them to the fridge to keep them fresh for a few extra days.

That way, you'll always have the perfect avocado ready when you need it! 🥑

07/23/2025

“There’s a rhythm to life that only stillness can reveal.”
This piece, Secret Life, reminds me that God’s presence isn’t something we chase—it’s something we practice.
When we pause, pray, and lean into His presence, wholeness follows.
Janie Seltzer-JaniePoet

Where in your life can you slow down and simply be with Him today?

07/12/2025

🍦 Celebrating early! Nice Cream Recipes for National Ice Cream Day which is July 20th!

Cool down with these healthy, creamy, dairy-free nice cream recipes — all naturally sweet and made from simple whole ingredients.

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🍌 Creamy Banana Nice Cream
• 4 ripe bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen
• 1–2 tablespoons plant-based milk (if needed)

Blend frozen bananas in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth and creamy, adding milk only if too thick. Serve immediately or freeze for 1–2 hours for a firmer texture.

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🥭 Luscious Mango Nice Cream
• 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, chopped, and frozen
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• Optional: 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup, to taste

Blend frozen mango chunks with lime juice and optional sweetener until creamy. Serve immediately or freeze for 1–2 hours.

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🍑 Blissful Peach Nice Cream
• 3 ripe peaches, peeled, chopped, and frozen
• ½ cup unsweetened plant milk
• Optional: 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or date syrup

Blend frozen peaches with plant milk and optional sweetener until smooth. Serve immediately or freeze for 1–2 hours.

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Topping Ideas
Chopped nuts, cacao nibs, toasted coconut, fresh berries, seeds, granola, nut butter, cinnamon, fresh mint, or citrus zest.

Let me know which is your favorite!!

07/04/2025

Happy 4th from Keaujac!

07/03/2025

Have a wonderful 4th of July!🇺🇸🎆

06/09/2025

Need Easy dinner ideas?
This High-Protein Lentil and Spinach Salad is a go-to because it’s loaded with fiber, plant-based protein, and vibrant flavor—perfect for staying full and energized. It’s quick to prep, easy to batch, and even better the next day! 🥗💪

https://carlisakrenek.com/2024/08/high-protein-lentil-and-spinach-salad/

This High-Protein Lentil and Spinach Salad is a nutritious and filling option that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Packed with protein-rich lentils, fresh spinach, and a variety of colorful vegetables, this whole food plant-based, oil-free salad is not only delicious but also easy to prepare.

06/09/2025

Turn last night’s leftovers into this morning’s easy win. This savory quinoa bowl is loaded with flavor, packed with nutrients, and comes together in minutes—proof that breakfast can be simple, satisfying, and smart. 🥑🍅✨

  This Whole Food Plant Based Breakfast Burrito Bowl is a hearty and flavorful way to start your day. It features a base of seasoned tofu scramble, black beans, roasted potatoes, avocado, and salsa for a satisfying plant-based meal. Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy it at home or o...

06/05/2025

💦If you want to burn fat, protect your joints, and feel amazing, pool exercise is your secret weapon. It’s low impact, but still delivers a HIIT-style burn—up to 400–600 calories an hour—without stress on your knees or back!

I found this easy 3-minute video that shows exactly why water workouts are so effective. All you need is a pool noodle!

Just posted on the Poolfit App and Fitmotivation.com - 50 minutes of pool noodle water exercises. Full video is on the Poolfit App/Poolfit.tv and Fitmotivat...

05/30/2025

This Mexican Fiesta Rice is packed with flavor, color, and nutrition—without a drop of oil. Great for summer gatherings! Made with brown rice, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and warm spices, it’s perfect as a hearty main, burrito filling, or meal prep staple. Fresh cilantro and a splash of lime tie it all together for a festive, satisfying dish.


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This no-oil Mexican Fiesta Rice is loaded with brown rice, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and bold spices. It’s a colorful, wholesome dish that’s easy to prep and perfect for meal planning.

05/29/2025

Homemade Protein Flax and H**p Seed Crackers for on the go snacks!

Protein Crackers (Flax + H**p + Chickpea Crackers)

Serving Size: ~12 crackers
Protein: ~13g
Net Carbs: ~6g

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup chickpea flour
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 2 tbsp h**p seeds
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 cup water- for extra flavor (I used 1/2 Tamari & 1/2 water to make 1/4 cup liquid.

***I also added 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds,a pinch of paprika and a pinch of cayenne.
🤪 a little cajun flavor! Enjoy!

***next time I am adding more pumpkin seeds for more nutty crunch!

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients into a dough. Let rest for 5 minutes.

2. Roll out thinly between parchment 1/8th inch and cut into cracker shapes.
I bake on the same parchment paper as rolled out on and cut.

3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 minutes until lightly browned. Enjoy!

05/26/2025