A Journey to Wellness

08/15/2022

Did you know in the U.S. there are 96 million people living with pre-diabetes and are unaware? Alpha Horn Classes has the tools to help you prevent or delay getting type 2 diabetes by 58%. Are you curious yet?

08/15/2022

Did you know, there are 96 MILLION people in the U.S. with Pre-diabetes? Did you know MOST of them are unaware? 🤦‍♀️

06/15/2022

Kimchi!

One of the most beloved fermented food.
It boasts of numerous probiotics!

According to research, these healthy microorganisms may give kimchi several health benefits. It may help regulate your immune system, promote weight loss, fight inflammation, and even slow the aging process.

Fermentation is ❤️, plus if you make your own, you control what’s in it!

06/12/2022

A lot has been said on the effects of grain on human function. I think it’s unfair to lump together all grain based baked goods. Whole grain bread made from single varietal flour, water, salt, naturally occurring microorganisms , with long fermentation doesn’t really compare to the mass produced bread/ pastries.

06/08/2022

Whole grain + high hydration + slow fermentation using natural levain creates a delicious and nutritious bread. It’s not only pre-fermented, making it easily digestible by the body, it is also a great source of fiber, plant protein, and micronutrients like manganese, selenium, and vitamin E which are rather scarce in our diet.
Make your bread or find a reputable bakery/ person who does.
, pumpkin seeds n rosemary sourdough boule

06/07/2022

Need a low impact cardio workout you can do from your couch or chair? Make sure you sit towards the edge of the couch, engage your core, and check that your knees are at hip level 🔥 💪🏼 🔥

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06/04/2022

Tabbouleh ( also spelled tabouli) is a classic Lebanese salad. Bursting with nutrients and fiber where parsley takes center stage.
It is speckled with diced cucumbers and tomato and dressed simply with olive oil and lemon juice!

04/25/2022

05/19/2021

I love a warm bath in the winter, but this may convince me to stretch them all year long~https://draxe.com/health/bathing/?utm_source=curated&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20210519_curated_sns25off-site

Tub bathing has been around for centuries, but researchers are starting to figure out the incredible way it impacts your mind, heart & more.

03/19/2021

Allergy season is ramping up...those of us that struggle with asthma, allergies, respiratory inflammation or sinus infections will feel fatigue, nausea, itchy eyes and throat, congestion, and headache pain.

While medication is often the front-line way of managing the symptoms for these conditions, healthy lifestyle choices, as always, can make a huge difference.

Potential side affects from long term use of medications that your health practitioner may or may not have informed you of are
dementia, high blood pressure, diabetic spikes, and sleep issues.

God provides....He has created our bodies to flourish and function and heal themselves if we give them a chance. Here's some daily practices to consider when it comes to staving off allergy-associated conditions: (be sure to talk these over with your physician)

*Flavanoids=antioxidant rich fruits and veggies help to reduce inflamed airways. Incorporate these foods in to your daily routine: berries, red cabbage, kale, grapes and apples.

*Physical activity=a recent study found that folks with asthma who regularly did moderate-intensity aerobic exercise (swimming, walking, stationary bicycling, etc) for 30 minutes at least 3 times a week improved their lung capacity. Avoid high intensity activity and cold air.

*Breathe=yes, sounds simple, but taking 5 minutes, 3 times a day to settle your heart and mind and take deep breaths can increase serotonin. Reducing anxiety, panic, or stress helps regulate breathing and decrease inflammation.

*Fragrances=eliminate artificial fragrances in your home by using fragrance free detergents, cleaning products, room fresheners/candles, personal hygiene products, and lotions/perfumes. Diffusing pure therapeutic-grade essential oils can actually be helpful for airways and will make your home smell fresh.

01/12/2021

JUST TELL ME WHAT TO EAT!
I get this a lot...although I am no-one to be telling anyone what to eat, there are some tried and true nutritional building blocks for everyones eating plan:

*incorporate vegetables in to EVERY meal...yes, breakfast, too. Some sautéed spinach with your eggs, some celery with peanut or almond butter, roasted tomatoes on nutrient dense toast, avocados smeared on whole grain crackers....
*make organic, unsalted or lightly salted nuts and seeds your go to for those cravings in between meals...make your own trail mix, roast them in the oven for more crunch, or even doctor them up by toasting them with some good quality olive oil and fresh herbs/garlic
*make fruit your dessert...instead of giving your sweet tooth what it wants, trick it with a bowl of fresh berries with some unsweetened yoghurt, or oven bake a pear with cinnamon and enjoy with some all natural frozen vanilla yoghurt, or just munch on a Granny Smith apple which will not only give you sweetness and crunch but will also fill you up
*swap out animal based proteins for plant based ones a few times a week...things like organic tofu, lentils, and beans
*lastly, get 2 servings of healthy fats a day....these are paired great with any kind of carbohydrate as it will balance your blood sugar better....avocados, nuts, salmon, eggs--all of my favorites!

01/06/2021

Healthy Lifestyle

Having the energy and stamina to do the things you love with and for the people you love for the majority of your life.

What changes to do you need to make to make this a reality?

11/29/2020

Give your Sunday brunch a healthy makeover~ cage free scrambled eggs, humanely raised turkey bacon, cauliflower-potato hash browns, Ezekiel brand raisin toast, sautéed bell peppers w/ garlic infused olive oil.

10/30/2020

WOW! They're not beating around the bush in this article...and neither should we. The pursuit of health is not for the weary. It takes commitment, discipline, and personal responsibility every day to see results and maintain a weight goal.

God created ALL of us with the ability to commit, discipline ourselves, and own our choices. These aren't traits just for the young, skinny, or wealthy. They exist in all of us and they should be used to steward our bodies.

https://medium.com/in-fitness-and-in-health/4-things-amazingly-fit-people-never-do-ad0d95800770

10/26/2020

If I were to do some cooking lessons/demos/quick instructions, what would you want to see?

08/13/2020

Keep moving everyone...there are plenty of neighborhoods to walk/jog, free online exercise classes, and trails to hike. Exercise is a guaranteed immune booster. No excuses.
Here's the facts:
https://www.everlywell.com/blog/covid-19/exercise-during-covid/?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=campaign_1430143

With gyms, recreational centers, and even some popular fitness trails closed or limiting patrons, it might mean getting creative and pivoting to a new exercise regimen.

08/11/2020

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