Fresh NUrishment

Ready for a challenge?

I am launching a Super-Foods Smoothie challenge that will run Mondays-Fridays from April 29th-May 31st. Check out the additional information and let me know if you would like to join!

Weekly Tip:

When drinking coffee make sure you increase your water intake. Coffee is a diuretic and can lead to dehydration throughout the day if you are not counterbalancing the effects with water.

The average person throws out an alarming amount of spoiled food each week.
Check out Dr. Mercola's article for tips on reducing waste.

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/01/21/How-to-Waste-Less-Food.aspx

How Much Food Do You Waste | Avoid Food Waste Today Wasted food means wasted resources. Stop wasting food and buy only the right amount to avoid the increasing number of wasted calories per person every day.

Weekly Tip:

There are many great food sources of calcium other than dairy. Try adding spinach, collard greens, broccoli, or sesame seeds to your meals in order to boost your intake of this essential mineral. For a more complete list, check out: www.whfoods.com

Weekly Tip:

Next time you go grocery shopping, try a new fruit or vegetable. Rather than buying more carrots when you run out, replace them with beets or another vegetable of choice. It is important to eat different foods in order to receive a variety of nutrients.

Grapefruits are in season and are absolutely delicious right now! Try broiled grapefruit for something different:

1. Heat oven to broil
2. Cut grapefruit in half and in between segments to loosen
3. Drizzle a little raw honey or pure maple syrup on each half and sprinkle with cinnamon
4. Bake for 4-5 minutes until sugars start to caramelize
5. Top with a dollop of plain yogurt to add a little protein

ENJOY!!!

Weekly Tip:

Start drinking more filtered water throughout the day to help your body function properly. Try adding frozen berries, fresh lemon, lime, or mint to make it more exciting!