Healthy with Chelsea

10/01/2024

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10/01/2024

Friendly reminder that our reproductive freedom is on the line! has helped 65k+ people get access to safe reproductive and sexual healthcare. Now they are also making it easy to ensure you are registered to vote. ❤️

09/30/2024

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09/29/2024

A real cure all 🌊

09/27/2024

5 minute h**p milk! Simple & full of protein 🐮

09/26/2024

Get to gettin ya'll 💪

02/21/2022

When you didn't realize an article you contributed to posted a few months back 🙃 7 Foods that help fight bloating and inflammation - for better physical AND mental health. One of my biggest messages as a coach is that health doesn't have to be complicated. Healthy habits are more sustainable with small changes and focusing more on ADDING in than removal and restriction.
https://www.glam.com/wellness/7-foods-that-fight-bloat/

If you’re like most people, you’re quite familiar with bloat on a first-person basis. Here are 7 foods that fight bloat and inflammation.

10/07/2021

I love cozy weather, especially now that I live in a place like LA .. but these darker, colder months can really take a toll on us mentally. Our routine's should always be changing with the seasons, the habits you have in summer usually don’t best help support you in the winter. Here are a few things to consider as sweater weather approaches:

Supplements: (always check with doctor) Vitamin D, B12, Omega-3's, Tryptophan (one of the very few supps that has been studied with SAD!)

Light: (A tried & true treatment for SAD) Waking up and stepping outside letting the sun hit your face is most ideal, but not always realistic. Another way you can get the benefits is by using a light therapy box. (Can get on Amazon!)

Movement: Moving your body in a way that is enjoyable for you increases the feel-good brain chemicals endorphins as well as a dopamine boost.

Self-Care: Upping the self-care is CRUCIAL. Meditating, therapy, journaling, singing, dancing, drawing, laughing, spending time with friends, calls with your support system(s). Make the time for it the same way you would pencil in a doctor's appointment or work meeting.

08/30/2021

Are you even a health coach if you’re not constantly discussing hydration & 💩 ? ⁣
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Check out latest article on all about the importance of getting enough water when moving your beautiful body 💦☀️ ⁣

Click the link below to read the full article !
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https://aaptiv.com/magazine/tell-not-drinking-enough-water

07/20/2021

Friendly reminder that there is no specific timeline for your life & dreams ... a specific career, a project, a house, a partner, a family! So much of the plan for our life is unseen, there is a deeper hidden reason behind your life unfolding in a way that maybe is different than what was planned in your mind, trust it. Going against it, will only cause you more chaos & stress. We are all born to follow the unique path that is meant for us, to teach us what we need to know, in order to be the best version of ourselves & live out a fulfilled life... that's why there is no one set age where we all are supposed to be in the exact same place. That would actually be creepy & not make sense, what are we robots. ?? Anyways.. Happy Tuesday xoxo

05/18/2020

My go to mediterranean salad full of greens, healthy fat, protein & fiber bc I can't eat salads that just feel like I'm eating a bowl of grass ⁣🥒🥬🍋🥑
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In the bowl:⁣
Arugula/whatever greens you got ⁣
Sliced Cucumber ⁣
Sliced Red Onion ⁣
Handful Chickpeas ⁣
Sliced Avocado⁣
Sliced Bell Pepper⁣
Roasted Red Pepper ⁣
& the crumbled cheese is actually the herb cheese from ...but add what you have/love! ⁣
Squeeze lemon on top, season with salt & pepper!

05/04/2020

Breakfast in bed today ... was Lazy Eggs Benedict⁣! 🍳☀️
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Ingredients:⁣
English muffin/bread/bagel... I used Bagel thin bc it's all I had!⁣
Egg - (didn't do the fancy swirling poaching s**t, just cooked in a pan & flipped) ⁣
Arugula.. whatever greens you got⁣
Sliced onion ⁣
Salt/Pepper .. also love a sprinkle of paprika ⁣
Top with herbs or chopped green onion (I ran out!)⁣
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For the sauce..⁣
2 egg yolk⁣
1 tbsp lemon juice ⁣
1/8 tsp garlic powder⁣
1/8 tsp onion powder⁣
1/8 tsp cayenne ⁣
1/2 tsp sea salt ⁣
3 tbsp butter or coconut oil or cream (from coconut milk can)⁣
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional...HATE mustard but it's good, trust.) ⁣
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Whisk the egg yolks + lemon. ⁣
In a saucepan, simmer two inches of water. Once simmering, place the bowl over pan (water not touching bowl) & whisk constantly, then pour in melted coconut oil. Whisk again. Should double in size, remove the bowl from heat & whisk in seasonings.

05/04/2020

Have you ever heard of Spirulina?

This blue green algae is a top source of antioxidants, B vitamins, iron, copper, and manganese & is considered one of the most bioavailable and nutrient-dense foods on the planet.

Research has shown to improve fatty liver, lowering triglycerides, improving glucose metabolism, and alleviating allergy symptoms.

You can take it in capsule form, or try it in a fancy smoothie/smoothie bowl!

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup of Water or Nut Milk

2-3 cups Frozen Banana

Crushed Ice

10- 15 Pecans

2 Tbsp. H**p Seeds

1 Tbsp. Spirulina

1 Tbsp. Cacao Nibs

1 Tsp. Vanilla

Can Add Dash of Coconut Sugar or Stevia if desired

Sprinkle Coconut Flakes

Fruits of Choice for Topping!

INSTRUCTIONS:

Place frozen banana, water/milk, ice, pecans, h**p seeds, spirulina, cacao nibs, vanilla, sea salt, and stevia in blender and blend until smooth..

Top with sliced fruit, additional cacao, coconut flakes and enjoy!

05/04/2020

One night I ordered a huge smoothie bowl on Postmates for like $25. Next day I started making them myself bc idk who i thought i was that night. ⁣
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Love these bc they r easy, sweet, nourishing & refreshing af. I like to blend up a big batch ahead of time!⁣
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DIRECTIONS: ⁣
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Put in blender bag mixed berries or any frozen fruit (I only had cherries on hand today.) ⁣
Blend with banana, splash of nut milk &/or yogurt & some nut butter... ⁣
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Top with whatever you are in the mood for/makes you feel good. I also recommend topping with Bakes by Lo granola if you're in the Columbus area ;) This was the last of mine 😩⁣
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05/04/2020

Hi friends! It's Mental Health Awareness Month, so I wanted to lay some knowledge on ya. Pass along/tag a friend who might find this interesting/benefit from reading!

We all know docs will prescribe meds for depression & anxiety. But they don’t have the time to figure out what could be causing/contributing to these imbalances to begin with. In addition to therapy, its important to check these other areas & learn your fam history! (Note: I am a supporter of medication if diagnosed/used properly, this is just another angle to consider & many people are able to get off medication completely.)

THYROID - (Huge one for women!) Full panel to ask for:
TSH, Free T4, Total T4, Free T3, Total T3 Reverse T3, Anti-thyroglobulin and anti-TPO, antibodies, inflammatory markers, Vitamin D , magnesium, B12, & iodine. A simple way to nourish thyroid is from brazil nuts, macadamia nuts, seaweed to name a few!

HORMONES - (Especially if you have been on BC for years of your life!) Full panel to ask for:
Estrogen, Progesterone,Testosterone (Total + Androgen Metabolites) Cortisol, Melatonin & DHEA.

B12 & FOLATE - Deficiencies can increase risk for mood disorders. These effect our energy, detoxification process, & neurotransmitter production. Can also lead to elevated levels of the amino acid homocysteine, which could impair neurotransmitter function.

GUT ISSUES - Research shows when gut microbiota is unbalanced/leaky gut increases the risk for psychiatric disorders. Include probiotic-rich/fermented foods daily is key! Yogurt, Kimchi, Tempeh, Sauerkraut, Miso etc! • 🤓👩🏻‍🔬👩🏻‍⚕️💫🌟

05/04/2020

This was from my last visit in-person at the beautiful Parsley Health 😍 🌱💕 I’ve been a member now for over a year & working so closely with a doctor & my own health coach has been the most eye opening experience. Being able to work with my doctor and health coach virtually was a game-changer. I could message them whenever I needed! Prioritizing my health has allowed me to be better in all the other areas of my life & going through my own journey has helped me to better put myself in my clients shoes. It’s so exciting to see that they’ve opened their membership nationwide & functional medicine/testing is continuing to growww.

05/04/2020

Welcome to today's breakfast! I don’t typically eat this way in the AM, but lets b real sometimes we want the food we’d order when out brunchin. •

For me, it’s a yummy cup of coffee & AVO TOAST. bc i’m basic & i think this was 90% of my diet in NYC. •

Problem is I now need it GF! There are so many GF products that are not nutritious, but marketing slaps GLUTEN FREE on the package & everyone think this is what is healthy. You're honestly better off eating the gluten most of the time! •

So if you're a GF-er, I put some pointers below! •

INGREDIENTS - Learn to look at labels. Should be organic & flours like Sorghum are great (a plant) Breads made from lentil, pea etc. are also 👍🏼 as they are good sources of protein & fiber. •

NO ADDITIVES - (Applies to non GF breads too) like molasses, artificial sweeteners, colors, texturizers, stabilizers, oils like soybean or preservatives. ew •

SHOPPING - If you know of a local bakery situation near by, see if they have any GF options. Also be sure to check your local health food store's bakery. •

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05/04/2020

Coffee to go!

Espresso
Forager Cashew Milk Coconut Cream (Any nut milk works!)
Honey
Vanilla
Dash of Cinnamon

Did you know we all have a gene (called CYPIA2) (sounds like a robot from Star Wars tbh but ok) that determines how caffeine impacts our bodies & if we are able to metabolize it well or not?

Caffeine levels in the body peak after 1 hour & the rate at which it begins to decrease depends on this gene.
We all have 2 of this gene - one was inherited from our parents! Each of these are either fast or slow. I personally am a slow metabolizer, which means it can take even a few days to completely clear caffeine from your system.

I view coffee now as a treat, I love to grab one when I’m traveling in a new place. Meet up with friends at a cute cafe. I’ll make them at home on a Saturday & ACTUALLY sip, enjoy it. Versus back when I was a publicist in NYC, chugging it out of desperation Monday-Friday.. lol.

Are you a slow metabolizer? If so, try cutting off your intake before noon. Replace drip coffee for espresso, since it contains less caffeine & has a less intense ‘buzz.’ You can also switch to decaf (decaf still contains small amounts of caffeine!) Coffee is NOT bad for you... it's full of antioxidants and has positive impacts on brain health. It's about WHY you are consuming it & what junk you might be adding to it.

It’s about learning how it effects your body, how it makes you feel & making adjustments accordingly.