Looking for an alternative, natural sweetener that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Try Stevia! Stevia plant is a small, sweet-leaf herb of South American origin used for medicinal purposes by the native Guarani tribes of Paraguay for centuries. The plant has also been bred for its strong, sweet flavor and used as a sweetener. Thirty times sweeter than sugar and with no effect on blood sugar, zero calories and little aftertaste, stevia is an exceptional natural plant-based sugar substitute. It’s great in cooking, baking and even in your coffee or tea. Start with a drop, a little goes a long way!
We carry four different Stevia flavors; we love them all! Call us to get your own bottle today 😁
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Fall Health Tips that Will Leave You Feeling Great!
1. Replenish Your Stash of Immune-Boosters. Keep your family healthy this fall season by replenishing your medicine cabinet with supplements, Homeopathics and herbals!
2. Get a Checkup with US! Come in for a follow-up visit, we would love to help keep you healthy this season! Give us a call to schedule your appointment! 805-650-0996.
3. Take time for yourself. Autumn and winter are the Earth’s way of telling us to slow down.
4. Rise and shine at the same time--- As the sun goes down earlier, it can throw off your natural circadian rhythm. Try to maintain a sleep schedule of at least seven hours and keep your normal bedtime and waking hours the same as the rest of the year.
5. Hydrate from the inside out. Staying hydrated is just as important now as it was during the summer. Your body uses water for everything, all year long! Drink up to benefit digestion, fluid and mineral balance, waste removal, energy, mood, skin, joint lubrication and more.
6. Embrace the Flavors of Fall. Try new recipes with fresh produce that’s in season!
Happy Friday!
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Here is a great guide for serving sizes. A little tip to be aware of and so easy!
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Hellooo Fall! It’s always sad to see Summer go but nice to have a shift in cooler temperatures, sweaters and close- toed shoes, baking, gathering by the fire, and warming comfort foods. Talking warming foods… we love this healthy Shepherd's Pie. It’s creamy, comforting and the perfect tasty twist on the classic American casserole dish!
Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie (serves 8)
Ingredients:
2 lbs Organic Grass-fed ground beef
2 tsp Himalayan salt (divided)
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp basil
1 tsp oregano
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
1 medium onion
1 small bunch kale
1 bag frozen mixed vegetables
4 medium sweet potatoes (cooked)
1 egg
4 TBSP butter
Instructions:
1. In a large skillet, brown the meat.
2. Mix in 1 teaspoon of the salt and all remaining seasonings and transfer to a large bowl.
3. Dice the onions and tear the kale into small pieces.
4. Sauté the onion and kale in the skillet until slightly soft and add to the meat.
5. Pour the mixed vegetables into the skillet and heat on low heat.
6. While the vegetables are heating, mash the cooked sweet potatoes with butter and the remaining salt until smooth.
7. Add the mixed vegetables and the egg to the meat and stir to combine.
8. Pour the meat/vegetable mixture into a 9x13 baking dish and spread the mashed sweet potatoes over the top.
9. Bake at 350°F for approximately 30 minutes.
10. Take out of the oven and let cool for about 10-15 mins before cutting. Dinner is served!
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Exciting news friends! We have a new amazing Collagen Protein. Biotics Research Hydrolyzed Collagen Protein, a nutritious, great tasting, dairy-free protein powder made from a highly concentrated bone broth isolate. Sourced from hormone-free, antibiotic-free, non-GMO cows in Sweden, Hydrolyzed Collagen Protein is ideal anyone who is dairy-sensitive and/or those who desire a collagen source of protein.
Why we love it:
Easily Digested
Low Allergenicity
Low heat processed
Good BCAA Profile
Dairy Alternative
Grass-Fed, Non-GMO
Free of Gluten, Dairy, Soy and Egg
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Better than take-out, this Easy 20 minute one pan cashew chicken stir fry is the perfect weeknight meal that is healthy, full of flavor and perfect for your weekly meal prep!
Healthy Cashew Nut Chicken Stir Fry (serves 4-6)
Ingredients:
1 Tbsp Avocado oil
1 lb Organic boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 cup sugar snap peas
1/2 cup carrots, julienned
1/3 cup unsalted cashews
4 green onions, chopped
For the sauce:
4 Tbsp tamari (or soy sauce)
3 Tbsp all-natural Organic peanut butter
2 Tbsp honey
1 tsp. sesame oil
1 Tbsp grated ginger
2 or 3 Tbsp water
Instructions:
To make the sauce, whisk together tamari (or soy sauce), peanut butter, honey, sesame oil, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Whisk in 2 or 3 tablespoons of water, depending on the consistency you prefer, and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle oil and add chicken. Season with salt and pepper and sauté until lightly browned, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, mixing it with the chicken.
Add broccoli, bell pepper, snap peas and carrots to the skillet, incorporating everything together. Cook an additional 5 minutes, until veggies are tender and chicken is cooked through, then add cashews and green onions and drizzle the peanut sauce over top.
Mix everything together with the sauce, coating well, and cook for one more minute. Serve and enjoy!
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Eat A Rainbow For Your Health 🌈🍅🍊🍐🍉🍠🍍❤
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This Asian slaw is packed with crispy veggies, fresh cilantro and is tossed in a creamy peanut dressing. It is packed with nutrients, easy to make and is the perfect side dish.
Easy Peanut Cabbage Slaw (serves 6)
Ingredients
Salad:
6 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup matchstick carrots
1 red bell pepper diced into strips
1/2 a cup sliced green onions
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped organic peanuts
Dressing:
1/3 cup organic creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 large garlic clove, minced
Instructions:
Add all salad ingredients to a medium salad bowl and toss. In mixing bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until well combined. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat, Enjoy immediately 😉 😋
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Are you sad to see all of those fresh herbs in your garden go to waste? Or, are you always stuck with a wilting half-bunch of herbs in the fridge? Freezing herbs is fast, easy, and retains much of the taste, smell and nutrients found in fresh herbs. Use in roasting, sautéing, soups and stews!
How to Preserve Fresh Herbs in Oil-
You will need:
• Fresh herbs (such as basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme or sage)
• Oil of choice (Olive, Avocado or Grapeseed oils are a great choice)
• An ice cube tray
Instructions:
Pull the woody stems from the herbs, and chop the leaves into small pieces.
Stuff the ice cube tray at least 3/4 of the way full with herbs.
Fill with oil to fill the rest of the way. Put the filled ice cube tray in the freezer until completely frozen.
Once frozen pop out the herb cubes and store in a glass container or freezer bag. Use when needed for your cooking!
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Thankfully, nowadays most people have forgone the childhood torture of castor oil and instead embraced this powerful healing tool in another way. The castor oil pack.
What is a castor oil pack?
Simply put castor oil pack is applying a piece of wool flannel to your body that's been saturated in castor oil. Add a heat source and a couple towels and you've got yourself a castor oil pack.
Castor oil comes from extracting oil from the seeds of the plant Ricinus Communis. It has been used all the way back into ancient Egyptian times as fuel for lamps, and balms and ointments for skin. And then of course later on it got its reputation tarnished as a useful but nasty method of relieving constipation. Luckily castor oil packs are bringing back the love to this healing oil.
Castor oil gets its healing magic from Ricinoleic Acid, the main fatty acid in castor oil. Ricinoleic acid has been shown to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. That means if you have stomach cramps, inflamed joints and muscles, it may be time to make friends with castor oil. Castor oil packs can promote the healing of the tissues and organs under the skin. Which means that you can strategically place the pack, depending on what’s going on with your body.
Here’s just a few options:
Detoxification:
Place the castor oil pack on the right side of your abdomen to improve liver function and overall detoxification.
Muscle & Joint Pain:
Got an aching back? Are your joints driving you batty? Place the castor oil pack straight on your inflamed muscles or joints for some soothing relief.
Digestion:
Tummy troubles got you down? Place a castor oil pack on your abdomen to eliminate stomach cramps/pain and improve assimilation and elimination.
Menstruation:
For assistance with menstrual irregularities or just lessening those pesky cramps try placing a castor oil pack on your lower abdomen.
Get your Castor Oil pack on today! Feels great and you won’t be disappointed with it’s magic!
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These naturally gluten-free, low-sugar, flourless peanut butter cookies couldn’t be easier to make or enjoy! You only need three staple ingredients, which you probably already have. They’ll satisfy your craving for the rich taste of peanut butter any day. It’s the best cookie for the peanut butter lover in your family!
3 ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies (24 cookies)
Ingredients:
1 cup Organic Peanut Butter
1 cup Coconut Sugar
1 large egg
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Mix peanut butter, sugar, and egg together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Roll mixture into small balls and arrange on a baking sheet; flatten each with a fork, making a criss-cross pattern.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before moving to a plate.
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Looking to reduce toxins in your home? Plants to the rescue! Air pollution is no big secret and unless you live in the middle of nowhere, it is something that is likely to affect your life to some extent, fortunately there is a huge market for home air purifying plants that help you to care for your health at home. Here is a round-up of the best air purifying indoor plants that will add a touch of color and clean air to your home.
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Today is the last day friends, get out and vote! Let your voice be heard 🇺🇸
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Loving our Saffron Mist and Magic Hands from @seebandsolace ! The Saffron Mist is hydrating, healing and rejuvenating for the face and it smells amazing! Magic Hands is an awesome hand sanitizer that leaves your hands clean and hydrated. Seeb ‘n Solace uses 100 % Organic, Natural and hand-selected small batch ingredients to create pure skin and self-care products. Thank you @seebandsolace for sharing your amazing products with us.
Support a local business and check out their products at seebandsolace.com
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If you're looking for a new, favorite salmon recipe, then you must try this Mediterranean Salmon! Salmon is one of the best sources of the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. It is a great source of protein and potassium, high in B Vitamins and loaded with selenium. This salmon recipe is easy, flavorful and will definitely surprise your taste buds!
Mediterranean Salmon (serves 4)
Ingredients:
2 tomatoes, chopped 3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup goat cheese crumbled
1 TBSP red wine vinegar
½ cup olives, pitted, chopped
¼ cup red onions, chopped
2 tablespoons capers, drained
Sea salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon coconut oil
4 (6 oz) wild salmon, fillets
1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions:
In a medium bowl combine tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, olives, onion, capers, salt, and pepper. Set aside. In a sauté pan, heat oil at medium-high heat. Sauté salmon 3-4 minutes per side or until cooked through. Add basil and goat cheese to the reserved tomato mixture. Serve salmon.
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With cold and flu season in full swing, it’s time we take a deep dive into an age-old winter-time companion, elderberry. Elderberries are the dark purple fruit of the elderberry shrub. A rich source of antioxidants known as anthocyanins, elderberry is known to be effective in treating the common cold, flu, respiratory infections, constipation, hay fever, and sinus infections.
In addition, they have many nutritional benefits. Elderberries are:
High in vitamin C.
High in dietary fiber.
A good source of phenolic acids:These compounds are powerful antioxidants that can help reduce damage from oxidative stress in the body.
A good source of flavonols:Elderberry contains the antioxidant flavonols quercetin, kaempferol and isorhamnetin. The flowers contain up to 10 times more flavonols than the berries.
Rich in anthocyanins: These compounds give the fruit its characteristic dark black-purple color and are a strong antioxidant with anti-inflammatory effects.
Most commonly, you can find elderberry in the form of a liquid, syrup, capsule, lozenge, or tincture. Such elderberry products may help with improving the severity and length of time of flu-like symptoms. Prepare yourself this cold and flu season with some great quality Elderberry. We carry an excellent one, friends!
Do any of you make your own Elderberry Syrup? Please share your recipe here!
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Happy New Year Friends! Have you set your New Year's Goals and Intentions for 2021 yet? As one of the most challenging years in history draws to a close, it may be time for a revolution in resolutions. Intention-setting is less about a specific goal and more about a shift in mindset to help achieve that goal. Intentions are about who we want to be in the present moment and how we want to show up in our lives. Intentions are based on what our values are, i.e., what is important to us in different areas of our life, such as our physical health, mental health, career, hobbies, relationships with family, friends, partners, education.
Here are 10 Goal Ideas To Set for Yourself To Make 2021 Your Best Year Yet:
1. Learn something new
2. Create a monthly budget
3.Create a morning routine (as stick to it)
4. Eliminate a bad habit
5. Start a gratitude journal
6. Eat healthier
8. Create a fitness routine
9. Travel to a new place
10. Declutter your home
Cheers to 2021 friends, may you be healthy, happy and fulfilled!
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The New Year is upon us, so it’s the perfect time to do a cleanse! Has it been a hard-charging holiday season for you? Relentless wine and brownies can not only cause us to gain a few unwanted pounds, but we typically find ourselves sugar-addicted, tired and possibly in pain. Kicking caffeine, alcohol, processed foods, added sugars, gluten, dairy, etc. is just the thing to get us on a healthy track. Try our 10-day SP Detox Balance program! This program is unique because everything you need is in the shake. This means NO PILLS! Imagine, enjoying a delicious protein shake, bright & fresh whole foods, with simple & tasty recipes. This program is so easy to follow, and from all the feedback we've gotten, this cleanse will make you feel amazing after just 10 days!! Our goal is to help you feel your very best by supporting your body's natural ability to rid itself of toxins, while providing 17g of protein and a wide variety of micronutrients, antioxidants & whole food nutrition in each shake. The 10-day cleanse is now $91.05 with tax, you can’t beat this price for a 10-day cleanse, Call us for more information!
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Merry Christmas from our family to yours! We love and appreciate all of you!
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Thyme is one of our favorite herbs, especially for this time of year. It helps clear mucus and phlegm deposits from the nasal passage and provides relief from chest congestion. The soothing nature of thyme plays a key role in treating dry, irritated throat. It also serves as a potent remedy for asthma, bronchitis, sinus infections and headaches. Thyme is an amazing herb that heals!
*** Make a quick and easy thyme tea, put a sprig of fresh thyme in your daily water bottle, or put a drop of thyme essential oil into room/warm temperature water and drink it up. Your lungs will thank you!
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