Greetings readers!
I've gotten some questions on about what this 'health coaching' thing is and why I'm going it.
Well, first of all, it's not necessarily 100% only focused on nutrition. I am not and will not be a dictator when it comes to different diets or exercise. The entire focus of this is people. You as a whole person. It's focusing on you as a living, breathing, person. There is so much more to you than your food and the food is secondary. The main concern is nurturing you as a person in all aspects of your life because if your life isn't giving you joy or making you happy the food on your plate suffers.
My goal is not to force any nutrition or diet ideas, it's focusing on the roots of you and how everything makes you into you.
It's more of a holistic, wellness approach to your being rather than the focus on various diets. I'm really excited to dive in and am excited to start sharing my learning.
If you're interested in following my journey go to my facebook and like the post or comment here because if there is interest, I'll keep writing!
Thanks in advance!
Friday, June 2, 2017
Sunday, December 25, 2016
Yoga
It's been a minute since my last photo/update so I'm going to take this opportunity on Christmas to give you a peek into my world since my last posts.
Over the past four months, lots happened. I moved, the new job became hectic, personal life shifted immensely, and for all those reasons, my eating and workouts suffered. I was going to pilates maybe twice a week but mostly didn't want to get out of bed to go. I was still doing yoga but not as much as I was when I first moved here. At the beginning of December, my friends agreed to go to yoga with me, which meant accountability. I also figured out I could go to more classes than just the one studio I had been attending for the one class so that meant I had more options! For a few weeks, I've been going consistently! I have to say I have figured out more about myself and my body through yoga than ever before.
I have strong feelings about being a white woman who practices yoga and what that appears as and could be read as but for me, it's deeper than being cool or hip. It's about the connection to my body, the connection to a greater being, the connection to my breath which I often forget. I find myself holding breath throughout the day but through my practice, I have figured out how to breathe.
I decided to take a picture today while doing laundry to show how far I've come in my practice. My body responds in a different way than it has to pilates or barre. It has become longer and leaner and slowly I'm seeing different muscles. One of my teachers pointed out my strong neck. Cool...LOL. But in all seriousness, my body (and soul, really) have taken to this new practice and I feel more me than I have ever.
This move has changed my life in so many (unexpected) ways and for that I'm grateful.
In a month, I'll have hit my four year Paleo anniversary and what a wild four years it has been! I'm so thankful for the ups, the downs, the tears, the laughter, the strife, the changes, but most of all, I'm so happy to be where I am. I am so grateful.
Today's practice was about the root chakra and how to lead from a place of gratitude. Therefore, today I am thinking about the people I am thankful for, the body that I am grateful hasn't crapped out on me, and the ability to move at my own pace.
Happy Holidays all.
Sunday, October 16, 2016
Warning! Period post!
Good morning readers!
This post is about periods, again, because let's be honest, my period is something that should be discussed because not everyone has "normal" periods and mine are far from it....until now!
I got a lovely surprise Thursday morning without knowing it. My period tracker in my phone said I wouldn't get my period until November so I didn't think that it was going to happen...until it did.
I had no warning signs, which are typically food related or cramps. So before my period I often want cheese, chocolate, and baked goods. This time around not so much. I did devour a gluten free brownie but that's normal, I love them. So when I woke up with it, I was shocked! I had no cramps and no bloating. I felt a little chubby but felt like I was just having one of those days. Well turns out, my body didn't cramp this period, AT ALL. I'm on day four and I haven't had an episode with my endo. I cannot believe I am even writing these words. In 21 years of having my period, I have suffered from cramps due to my illness. I have never had a completely cramp free month, until now. I don't know why or how or what on Earth made it this way but it is this way. I brought my meds just in case and even toyed with having my doctor call in a Rx to CT but I didn't need it.
I'm sitting here thinking "it has to happen" because I expect to it happen. But it hasn't. I am so grateful to have a hassle free period this month.
I'm so grateful for this particular period and crossing my fingers that this can be the new normal.
Thanks for reading!
This post is about periods, again, because let's be honest, my period is something that should be discussed because not everyone has "normal" periods and mine are far from it....until now!
I got a lovely surprise Thursday morning without knowing it. My period tracker in my phone said I wouldn't get my period until November so I didn't think that it was going to happen...until it did.
I had no warning signs, which are typically food related or cramps. So before my period I often want cheese, chocolate, and baked goods. This time around not so much. I did devour a gluten free brownie but that's normal, I love them. So when I woke up with it, I was shocked! I had no cramps and no bloating. I felt a little chubby but felt like I was just having one of those days. Well turns out, my body didn't cramp this period, AT ALL. I'm on day four and I haven't had an episode with my endo. I cannot believe I am even writing these words. In 21 years of having my period, I have suffered from cramps due to my illness. I have never had a completely cramp free month, until now. I don't know why or how or what on Earth made it this way but it is this way. I brought my meds just in case and even toyed with having my doctor call in a Rx to CT but I didn't need it.
I'm sitting here thinking "it has to happen" because I expect to it happen. But it hasn't. I am so grateful to have a hassle free period this month.
I'm so grateful for this particular period and crossing my fingers that this can be the new normal.
Thanks for reading!
Sunday, September 18, 2016
Two months of Beautycounter
Greetings readers!
It's been awhile since I've been able to write but I wanted to give you a two month progress report on my skin.
In July I started using Beautycounter products (see previous posts). I'm entering my twelfth week using the products and I couldn't be happier. Let me tell you a little about my skin journey.
As many of my readers know, I've struggled with many illnesses throughout my life and struggled with acne (not as bad as some relatives but pretty bad). I was pretty self-conscious of it and didn't really know what to do. I had this patch on my face (photo below is the closest I could get to showing you) on the right side of my face that never went away. This was my problem area for as long as I could remember. When I transitioned to Paleo/gluten free, for the most part, after about six months, my skin started clear but I still struggled with some blemishes and pimples every few weeks.
Well, in July I started to use Beautycounter and I got a compliment on my skin this week. I have NEVER been complimented on my skin. I fully attribute it to Beautycounter.
Beautycounter is now in Target for a limited run and it's a little expensive (cheaper in Target than online FYI) but it's worth it.
Here are the products I own: http://www.beautycounter.com/skin-care.html
-Nourishing Rosewater Mist
-Body butter
-Lip conditioner
-Nourishing Day Cream
-Charcoal bar
-Purifying Charcoal Mask
-Eyeshadow
-Mascara (I'm allergic to most kinds and I'm not allergic to it.)
It's been awhile since I've been able to write but I wanted to give you a two month progress report on my skin.
In July I started using Beautycounter products (see previous posts). I'm entering my twelfth week using the products and I couldn't be happier. Let me tell you a little about my skin journey.
As many of my readers know, I've struggled with many illnesses throughout my life and struggled with acne (not as bad as some relatives but pretty bad). I was pretty self-conscious of it and didn't really know what to do. I had this patch on my face (photo below is the closest I could get to showing you) on the right side of my face that never went away. This was my problem area for as long as I could remember. When I transitioned to Paleo/gluten free, for the most part, after about six months, my skin started clear but I still struggled with some blemishes and pimples every few weeks.
Well, in July I started to use Beautycounter and I got a compliment on my skin this week. I have NEVER been complimented on my skin. I fully attribute it to Beautycounter.
Beautycounter is now in Target for a limited run and it's a little expensive (cheaper in Target than online FYI) but it's worth it.
Here are the products I own: http://www.beautycounter.com/skin-care.html
-Nourishing Rosewater Mist
-Body butter
-Lip conditioner
-Nourishing Day Cream
-Charcoal bar
-Purifying Charcoal Mask
-Eyeshadow
-Mascara (I'm allergic to most kinds and I'm not allergic to it.)
Saturday, August 13, 2016
Self-care
Self care is very important. I have been going at full speed since January between work, love, and school and this summer was no exception. As many of my readers know, I changed jobs and moved from LA to Monterey Bay. Honestly, this move was partially motivated by self care. The ocean is my happy place. There is healing in the air and in the waves. I become rejuvenated by the sea. This move has been so healing. While I miss my friends, chosen family, and students in SoCal, I am feeling more and more myself every day.
This morning I woke up pretty early and decided to drive to the beach. I've been working pretty hard since I started my new job and haven't really had a moment for myself during the week. I jumped in my car and headed to Lover's point. I walked and reflected. I took my self-care one step further and went to the best breakfast place for gluten free pancakes. I'm taking my time this morning before I have to be at work. I'm taking time for me and getting energized. Take time for you today. It's so important to make sure you put your body and mind first for a few minutes every day.
This morning I woke up pretty early and decided to drive to the beach. I've been working pretty hard since I started my new job and haven't really had a moment for myself during the week. I jumped in my car and headed to Lover's point. I walked and reflected. I took my self-care one step further and went to the best breakfast place for gluten free pancakes. I'm taking my time this morning before I have to be at work. I'm taking time for me and getting energized. Take time for you today. It's so important to make sure you put your body and mind first for a few minutes every day.
Friday, July 8, 2016
Beautycounter order has arrived!
I came home from work today to find my order!
I promptly laid it all out and checked it out. My first desire to was to try the peppermint lip conditioning balm. It's amazing. My lips feel so good. I am very pleased with it. It looks grown up and smells amazing. There's no weird taste and I really like how shiny my lips are with it on.
I washed my face with the charcoal bar and applied some cream afterward. The bar is so cool. It doesn't look black or grey on but really cleanses the face. My face felt soft and light afterwards. I applied some of the day cream post cleansing and that smells great and also feels very light.
I'm heading out in a bit and thought I'd throw on some mascara for kicks. It's the lengthening one and my lashes look so long. The mascara doesn't clump and so far my eyes aren't burning. I'm amazed at how long my lashes look. I'll take a before and after pic tomorrow. I'm also going to put on the eye-shadow tomorrow.
Overall, I'm very satisfied with my order!!!!
I promptly laid it all out and checked it out. My first desire to was to try the peppermint lip conditioning balm. It's amazing. My lips feel so good. I am very pleased with it. It looks grown up and smells amazing. There's no weird taste and I really like how shiny my lips are with it on.
I washed my face with the charcoal bar and applied some cream afterward. The bar is so cool. It doesn't look black or grey on but really cleanses the face. My face felt soft and light afterwards. I applied some of the day cream post cleansing and that smells great and also feels very light.
I'm heading out in a bit and thought I'd throw on some mascara for kicks. It's the lengthening one and my lashes look so long. The mascara doesn't clump and so far my eyes aren't burning. I'm amazed at how long my lashes look. I'll take a before and after pic tomorrow. I'm also going to put on the eye-shadow tomorrow.
Overall, I'm very satisfied with my order!!!!
Saturday, July 2, 2016
BEAUTYCOUNTER safer skincare
All over instagram lately, I've seen some Paleo folks raving about Beautycounter so I decided to check it out. I went on the site and they are having a deal so I went ahead and ordered some safe makeup and skin care. Yes, I use FatFace and it was great for my skin but it's expired so I thought I'd try something new :)
I ordered a few things: a charcoal bar, nourishing cream, and lip moisturizer. In addition to face care, I got some makeup. Many of you know, I do not wear mascara because it has gluten and it effects my eyes. But this mascara is the best out there for my allergies! I'm pretty stoked!!! I also ordered some eye shadow. There are days when I would like to wear a little makeup but don't trust just any brand. Once I saw some folks with SEVERE allergies using beautycounter, I looked into! I'm excited to be able to have the option to wear some makeup.
Check them out!
I'll review products when they arrive!
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Balance
Good morning friends and readers!
This past weekend I celebrated my 31st birthday! And during the process, I thought a lot about balance and lifestyle. I believe it's important to maintain balance especially during times of celebration! I indulged this weekend but I balanced it out with some Pilates--focusing more on stretching than anything and getting a massage. Balance is key to a healthy life. I can drink hard cider, eat gluten free tiramisu, gluten free pizza, and whatever else my heart desires as long as I know my limit and can regulate my activity to balance it out. I find what works for me.
This post is to serve as a reminder that you all should strive for balance. Whatever that balance looks like for YOU. No one can or should dictate that for you. Look at your life. Where are you missing balance? How can you achieve balance? Take an inventory and try to change one thing a day to help you achieve a balanced lifestyle!
This past weekend I celebrated my 31st birthday! And during the process, I thought a lot about balance and lifestyle. I believe it's important to maintain balance especially during times of celebration! I indulged this weekend but I balanced it out with some Pilates--focusing more on stretching than anything and getting a massage. Balance is key to a healthy life. I can drink hard cider, eat gluten free tiramisu, gluten free pizza, and whatever else my heart desires as long as I know my limit and can regulate my activity to balance it out. I find what works for me.
This post is to serve as a reminder that you all should strive for balance. Whatever that balance looks like for YOU. No one can or should dictate that for you. Look at your life. Where are you missing balance? How can you achieve balance? Take an inventory and try to change one thing a day to help you achieve a balanced lifestyle!
Friday, June 10, 2016
Meditation
Yesterday I decided that I would diffuse some oils, listen to a peaceful Spotify station and meditate. For those of you who know me, or don't, this is somewhat challenging for me. While meditating I remembered going to a meditation class sometime within 2004-2006 (yes large span) and I remembered being very uncomfortable, fidgety, and unable to turn my brain off. It made me so uncomfortable that I was being vulnerable in a room full of people I didn't know.
Well last night, I meditated for 13 uninterrupted minutes....I tried for 15 but heard someone at my door so stopped at minute 9 and restarted the timer for 10 minutes. It was my first time intentionally clearing my head and pushing every thought out. I did use that time to focus on quiet, clear, breathing, and the universe.
I asked during my meditative state for my journey to become clear. There are so many things I want to do and I get so caught up in the could be and excitement of all the new things. I just need to figure out my path, whatever that may be.
There are major health benefits to meditation. My goal is to meditate for 15 minutes 3-4 days a week working up to every day.
Well last night, I meditated for 13 uninterrupted minutes....I tried for 15 but heard someone at my door so stopped at minute 9 and restarted the timer for 10 minutes. It was my first time intentionally clearing my head and pushing every thought out. I did use that time to focus on quiet, clear, breathing, and the universe.
I asked during my meditative state for my journey to become clear. There are so many things I want to do and I get so caught up in the could be and excitement of all the new things. I just need to figure out my path, whatever that may be.
There are major health benefits to meditation. My goal is to meditate for 15 minutes 3-4 days a week working up to every day.
I challenge you today, to take 5 minutes in stillness and just listen; to your body, your desires, your heart. Take 5 minutes of quiet to hear what you've been missing.
Thursday, June 9, 2016
Updates :)
Good morning my fun and friendly readers,
It's been a minute since I've posted so let me take a minute and update you:
1. I was in the Bay area last week. Eating was fascinating! I went armed with RXbars, Primal Kitchen Primal Fuel, some gluten-free Kind granola, and a host of other goodies. Eating in a city is sort of easier than eating here in the Inland Empire. I was able to go to Mariposa Bakery a few times which lead me to eating a lot of amazing gluten free amazingness! I was so excited. If you are in San Fransisco, please go there! I HIGHLY recommend it (though I haven't written my yelp review yet--I don't think). Please do yourself a favor and go there. It was incredible. I had cinnamon buns, chocolate chunk cookies, and the most amazing sandwiches. SOOOO GOOD! Other than that, I listened to my body and had some delicious sushi, Korean food, and Peruivan food. Let me tell you about this place: Pica Pica was worth the 10 minute Muni or Bart ride. I ate SO well. I had the Taro Nachos and it was like I died and went to heaven. Please go there, too! Being gluten-free or Paleo isn't so bad as long as you don't give it too much power.
If you are worried about elimination or trying new things, there are resources. Allow yourself to grieve for the food you will leave behind but please know there are good alternatives out there! I'm so happy with my choice and it's all about find what works for you.
2. I stopped Barre a few months ago. For a variety of reasons but I've been feeling like I wanted to do Pilates again recently. It really helped heal my knee, which I kinda messed up again and my back :D but that's another story.
So I started Pilates again on Tuesday close to my new apartment. It's like Classical Pilates and Barre had a baby. It's fun and energic. It was interesting to see my body remember all the Pilates moves. You may or may not know this, but I did Pilates for two years before switching to Barre. Now I'm switching it up again. I haven't given up on Barre forever, just taking a break.
The Pilates class was great. I enjoyed being on the Cadillac again, it felt like being home. I've always thought I would someday take classes to become an instructor so maybe when I have "normal" job ;)
3.Coffee update!!!! While at the conference in SF, I really wanted to drink coffee but I resisted. Until Sunday! We were on the ocean, having brunch and I just wanted the cup in my hand. So I asked for decaf and put regular milk in it. I only drank half of the cup and was fine. This morning...I'm drinking a small amount of cold brew with almond milk. I feel good and am feeling like maybe every once and awhile, I can do this. I've been without coffee for 2 months and I'm in no way wanting to go back to what I was doing before. So here's to trying it out!
4. I started diffusing essential oils before bed and it's life changing! I have a beautiful diffuser and oils from Do Terra. It's such a good choice to diffuse oils. I feel like it calms me down and makes me sleepy, well the lavender does. I'm waiting for more oils, so stay tuned!
Thanks for reading!
It's been a minute since I've posted so let me take a minute and update you:
1. I was in the Bay area last week. Eating was fascinating! I went armed with RXbars, Primal Kitchen Primal Fuel, some gluten-free Kind granola, and a host of other goodies. Eating in a city is sort of easier than eating here in the Inland Empire. I was able to go to Mariposa Bakery a few times which lead me to eating a lot of amazing gluten free amazingness! I was so excited. If you are in San Fransisco, please go there! I HIGHLY recommend it (though I haven't written my yelp review yet--I don't think). Please do yourself a favor and go there. It was incredible. I had cinnamon buns, chocolate chunk cookies, and the most amazing sandwiches. SOOOO GOOD! Other than that, I listened to my body and had some delicious sushi, Korean food, and Peruivan food. Let me tell you about this place: Pica Pica was worth the 10 minute Muni or Bart ride. I ate SO well. I had the Taro Nachos and it was like I died and went to heaven. Please go there, too! Being gluten-free or Paleo isn't so bad as long as you don't give it too much power.
If you are worried about elimination or trying new things, there are resources. Allow yourself to grieve for the food you will leave behind but please know there are good alternatives out there! I'm so happy with my choice and it's all about find what works for you.
2. I stopped Barre a few months ago. For a variety of reasons but I've been feeling like I wanted to do Pilates again recently. It really helped heal my knee, which I kinda messed up again and my back :D but that's another story.
So I started Pilates again on Tuesday close to my new apartment. It's like Classical Pilates and Barre had a baby. It's fun and energic. It was interesting to see my body remember all the Pilates moves. You may or may not know this, but I did Pilates for two years before switching to Barre. Now I'm switching it up again. I haven't given up on Barre forever, just taking a break.
The Pilates class was great. I enjoyed being on the Cadillac again, it felt like being home. I've always thought I would someday take classes to become an instructor so maybe when I have "normal" job ;)
3.Coffee update!!!! While at the conference in SF, I really wanted to drink coffee but I resisted. Until Sunday! We were on the ocean, having brunch and I just wanted the cup in my hand. So I asked for decaf and put regular milk in it. I only drank half of the cup and was fine. This morning...I'm drinking a small amount of cold brew with almond milk. I feel good and am feeling like maybe every once and awhile, I can do this. I've been without coffee for 2 months and I'm in no way wanting to go back to what I was doing before. So here's to trying it out!
4. I started diffusing essential oils before bed and it's life changing! I have a beautiful diffuser and oils from Do Terra. It's such a good choice to diffuse oils. I feel like it calms me down and makes me sleepy, well the lavender does. I'm waiting for more oils, so stay tuned!
Thanks for reading!
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Primal Kitchen Mayo!
Last week was the first time I tried the Primal Kitchen Mayo I purchased in my latest Thrive Market order. And I have to share a secret....It's amazing!!!!!! I don't remember what Hellmen's tastes like but I think it was sour and tart and not very yummy. But this Primal Kitchen Mayo is out of this world. I cannot say enough good things about it. I made BLTA (BLT plus Avocado) over the weekend just like my stepmom use to make and the mayo made them SOOOOOOO good. I'm really impressed with Primal Kitchen's products. I'm a happy camper! Check it out! It's very good and if you buy it through Thrive Market, it's cheaper than off the website :D
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Siete Quesadilla
Yesterday, I decided to make a quesadilla with my left-over grass fed steak and the amazing Siete Tortillas. OMG, I was in heaven! I heated up the steak in a pan with ghee and removed when the steak was browned. Grated raw milk cheddar cheese. Cut the lettuce and avocado. I put one tortilla into the heated ghee and let that brown a bit. I layered cheese to melt, then steak, then more cheese and another tortilla. OMG. I really can't stop raving about how good it was. I wish I had had more steak because I would've made more. These tortillas are no joke. I'm so glad I took a leap of faith and ordered a bunch. I highly recommend them!
Saturday, May 21, 2016
Primal fuel
As promised, here is the review of Primal Fuel by Primal Kitchen.
This morning I woke up almost giddy to try my new primal fuel! I opened it and mixed it with Califa Almond Milk and it was really good. It wasn't grainy or had an intense texture. The flavor was perfect (chocolate coconut) with no gross aftertaste and it mixed pretty easily in with the almond milk. There was some powder on the side of the glass that I sort of just mixed in with my finger. I think a blender would be needed to make it more creamy but I didn't mind.
This powder has 20 grams of protein! It's supposed to be a meal replacement but we will see how that turns out for me haha. On the weekend, I typically eat two breakfasts anyway. And it's moving weekend so I need to eat a lot!
So there is much debate on what's in it. The ingredients are listed (I think there's 6 of them--all things I know) and under the "contains" section it states there's soy. But the ingredients don't list soy. So I'll keep you posted because I'm allergic to soy --thankfully not deathly--but I'll itch or knock out.
Overall, get this powder, it's a great powder if you are into those!
This morning I woke up almost giddy to try my new primal fuel! I opened it and mixed it with Califa Almond Milk and it was really good. It wasn't grainy or had an intense texture. The flavor was perfect (chocolate coconut) with no gross aftertaste and it mixed pretty easily in with the almond milk. There was some powder on the side of the glass that I sort of just mixed in with my finger. I think a blender would be needed to make it more creamy but I didn't mind.
This powder has 20 grams of protein! It's supposed to be a meal replacement but we will see how that turns out for me haha. On the weekend, I typically eat two breakfasts anyway. And it's moving weekend so I need to eat a lot!
So there is much debate on what's in it. The ingredients are listed (I think there's 6 of them--all things I know) and under the "contains" section it states there's soy. But the ingredients don't list soy. So I'll keep you posted because I'm allergic to soy --thankfully not deathly--but I'll itch or knock out.
Overall, get this powder, it's a great powder if you are into those!
Friday, May 20, 2016
Paleo and the critics
There are many times I critic Paleo and the existing isms that are within the Paleo industry. For example, most of the folks who have Paleo books are (mostly) white, appear middle class and heterosexual. You know me. I think about these things. I think about the intersection of class and Paleo as well as race and Paleo. Most of the products that are "Paleo friendly" are made by white folks.
Well, as I've said in a previous post, I bought Siete Tortillas. When I exclaimed my excitement to my partner, I was met with resistance because of the common assumption that Paleo is white. I was SO excited to share the story of Siete with her! So here it is:
Veronica, of Siete Family Foods battles an autoimmune disease and her family came together to support her transition to new foods. She made these tortillas that are praised within this world. I'm SO excited for them to arrive today that I want to make all the things! I love Mexican food and often times grin and bear the consumption of corn tortillas but I won't have to any longer! I'm SO excited.
Check them out. I'll make some good food this weekend, photograph it and let ya know how it goes!
Well, as I've said in a previous post, I bought Siete Tortillas. When I exclaimed my excitement to my partner, I was met with resistance because of the common assumption that Paleo is white. I was SO excited to share the story of Siete with her! So here it is:
Veronica, of Siete Family Foods battles an autoimmune disease and her family came together to support her transition to new foods. She made these tortillas that are praised within this world. I'm SO excited for them to arrive today that I want to make all the things! I love Mexican food and often times grin and bear the consumption of corn tortillas but I won't have to any longer! I'm SO excited.
Check them out. I'll make some good food this weekend, photograph it and let ya know how it goes!
Lack of appetite and Primal Fuel
Does this happen to anyone else? Every year, not at the same time, I generally cannot be bothered with food. The act of chewing annoys me. The lack of ease of meals annoys me. I just cannot be bothered. This morning was no exception. I had no interest in cooking eggs so I drank a Rebbl and am going to eat an RX bar in a bit. I think I need to make some stuff ahead of time so I can just grab and go. What are your favorite grab and go meals? I know there are some in various Paleo cookbooks I own so when I move, I'll check it out and see what I can make ahead on Sundays and eat throughout the week with the intermixing of my new Primal Fuel by Primal Kitchen. Check it out! I'm super excited about it! I don't generally like protein powders but this one is recommended by one of the advocates for Paleo so I figure it'll be alright and a nice way to get protein when I just can't be bothered with eating.
I went ahead and got some no sugar added almond milk from Sprouts this morning so I will try the Primal Fuel tonight or tomorrow :)
I went ahead and got some no sugar added almond milk from Sprouts this morning so I will try the Primal Fuel tonight or tomorrow :)
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Becoming Strict with Paleo!
I've made the choice to become stricter with Paleo and while doing that I find myself actually not wanting to eat. Not because I am striking food but because I'm not hungry. That's new for me. Well not exactly new, this happens every few years. I've gone ahead and ordered some products to help my transition back into strict Paleo.
Check out Primal Kitchen! One of my close friends swears by the Chipotle mayo so that was purchased haha.
I ordered all my products through Thrive Market and I saved $40 and got TWO free gifts! Two mustards by Sir Kensington that we've wanted to try so I'm excited!
Also in the mail is Siete's Tortillas. I see them all over other blogs so I took that plunge and bought a case so I can freeze them and enjoy them this summer.
Pretty excited about my purchases! When I get them, I'll do some reviewing for you!
Until then, enjoy Thursday!
Check out Primal Kitchen! One of my close friends swears by the Chipotle mayo so that was purchased haha.
I ordered all my products through Thrive Market and I saved $40 and got TWO free gifts! Two mustards by Sir Kensington that we've wanted to try so I'm excited!
Also in the mail is Siete's Tortillas. I see them all over other blogs so I took that plunge and bought a case so I can freeze them and enjoy them this summer.
Pretty excited about my purchases! When I get them, I'll do some reviewing for you!
Until then, enjoy Thursday!
Sunday, May 15, 2016
Update on the intake of coffee
About an hour and a half after ingesting coffee, I threw up multiple times. Apparently, my body is literally rejecting coffee or maybe it's the creamer? Either way, I'm glad to not drink it again. I'm kind of surprised but thankful that I'm not doing anything today but reading because now I feel like crap.
No more coffee for me! Now we know!
No more coffee for me! Now we know!
How's it going?
hello blogger world!
It's a rainy Sunday morning here in Southern California and life has been busy. I started a reboot two weeks ago that failed this week due to SO many receptions at work. The end of the semester is so tough on my eating habits due to catering's amazing gluten free cookies. I have zero willpower against them. Most of all, they perfected the recipe in part because of me so I feel guilty not enjoying one. But I'm going to start the reboot again soon.
I didn't post about the reboot so here's a recap: Two weeks ago one of us decided they were going to partake in the 21-day superhero challenge and the other is going to do a whole 30 type deal but not so strict. This was a decision I made while in the grocery store two weekends ago. I was feeling very much like I need a reboot in terms of food and what better time than now? I bought the staples because that's easy. And I'm trying to not stress myself out by being super strict with myself while adhering to the rules of whole 30. The reboot is more about getting back on track than losing weight. I've been SUPER lax about my diet because PHD and hectic work/life. When I had my three hour class this past term, I indulged with frozen gluten free pizza. Well, I started seeing and feeling those effects. I really needed to cut out sugar and I started when I cut out coffee because I was adding refined sugar to my cups. But we now know I got off track and will start again soon!
This morning, after a night of friends, graduation, and some alcohol, I woke up feeling like this rainy day really needed some coffee. I've been without it for six weeks and I felt like I could try to reintroduce it into my system but not at the levels I was drinking it. I'm sitting here enjoying some cold brew with some coconut milk creamer. I have never had Califa cold brew so I thought I'd give it a go. Check it out! It's SUPER smooth and tastes perfect. My anxiety isn't spiked and I'm not even sure my heart rate is increased. When I introduced sugar while doing my reboot, it was obvious that I had had sugar because my heart rate was through the roof! Then I crashed. I'm pretty excited that this coffee hasn't spiked anything and I'm feeling good.
The cold brew is high quality and I think if I had tried something like dunkin donuts or starbucks, I would've been screwed. I'm glad I went with a high quality cold brew to try it out! The coconut milk creamer is by SO delicious and it is SO delicious. I forgot how yummy it is!
This is kind of the perfect Sunday. I'm listening to Alabama Shakes, drinking coffee, listening to the rain with a cat attacking me with love (literally he's biting me when I stop petting him).
I'm off to do some reading for class. :) Thanks for reading! I'll update again soon!
Hugs!
It's a rainy Sunday morning here in Southern California and life has been busy. I started a reboot two weeks ago that failed this week due to SO many receptions at work. The end of the semester is so tough on my eating habits due to catering's amazing gluten free cookies. I have zero willpower against them. Most of all, they perfected the recipe in part because of me so I feel guilty not enjoying one. But I'm going to start the reboot again soon.
I didn't post about the reboot so here's a recap: Two weeks ago one of us decided they were going to partake in the 21-day superhero challenge and the other is going to do a whole 30 type deal but not so strict. This was a decision I made while in the grocery store two weekends ago. I was feeling very much like I need a reboot in terms of food and what better time than now? I bought the staples because that's easy. And I'm trying to not stress myself out by being super strict with myself while adhering to the rules of whole 30. The reboot is more about getting back on track than losing weight. I've been SUPER lax about my diet because PHD and hectic work/life. When I had my three hour class this past term, I indulged with frozen gluten free pizza. Well, I started seeing and feeling those effects. I really needed to cut out sugar and I started when I cut out coffee because I was adding refined sugar to my cups. But we now know I got off track and will start again soon!
This morning, after a night of friends, graduation, and some alcohol, I woke up feeling like this rainy day really needed some coffee. I've been without it for six weeks and I felt like I could try to reintroduce it into my system but not at the levels I was drinking it. I'm sitting here enjoying some cold brew with some coconut milk creamer. I have never had Califa cold brew so I thought I'd give it a go. Check it out! It's SUPER smooth and tastes perfect. My anxiety isn't spiked and I'm not even sure my heart rate is increased. When I introduced sugar while doing my reboot, it was obvious that I had had sugar because my heart rate was through the roof! Then I crashed. I'm pretty excited that this coffee hasn't spiked anything and I'm feeling good.
The cold brew is high quality and I think if I had tried something like dunkin donuts or starbucks, I would've been screwed. I'm glad I went with a high quality cold brew to try it out! The coconut milk creamer is by SO delicious and it is SO delicious. I forgot how yummy it is!
This is kind of the perfect Sunday. I'm listening to Alabama Shakes, drinking coffee, listening to the rain with a cat attacking me with love (literally he's biting me when I stop petting him).
I'm off to do some reading for class. :) Thanks for reading! I'll update again soon!
Hugs!
Thursday, April 28, 2016
New Hair Product Alert!
Greetings faithful and loyal readers,
I have started using a new shampoo and conditioner at the suggestion of my hair stylist (Anny VanDriel--she's BOMB! check her out). I've been using their product, Milk for over a year and love it. But now they have a shampoo and conditioner. It's called NUDE and I absolutely love it. I've bene using it a week and my hair feels amazing. So I was curious if they were gluten free and turns out THEY ARE! They have a pretty incredible story: http://www.gmreverie.com/about/
Here are the products I use:
Milk, NUDE: Shampoo and Conditioner: http://www.gmreverie.com/shop/
They are pricey but they are worth it for the amazing outcome and quality ingredients in the product :)
Check it out :)
I have started using a new shampoo and conditioner at the suggestion of my hair stylist (Anny VanDriel--she's BOMB! check her out). I've been using their product, Milk for over a year and love it. But now they have a shampoo and conditioner. It's called NUDE and I absolutely love it. I've bene using it a week and my hair feels amazing. So I was curious if they were gluten free and turns out THEY ARE! They have a pretty incredible story: http://www.gmreverie.com/about/
Here are the products I use:
Milk, NUDE: Shampoo and Conditioner: http://www.gmreverie.com/shop/
They are pricey but they are worth it for the amazing outcome and quality ingredients in the product :)
Check it out :)
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Tea for everyone
So I'm almost a month into this 'no coffee' thing and as I've said before, it's been rough. Some days are easier than others but today a little package came in the mail from my cousin. She works at TeaPigs, selling tea and I got a nice little box of tea to try out.
This afternoon I'm sipping on 'melt away' a chocolate flake tea. It's really good and does taste like chocolate! When taking the sip, it smells like a chocolate shop. It's smooth in flavor and has no after-taste, which I love.
The box came with a wide variety of teas and I'm going to be sipping my way through and making note of which ones I like.
Stay tuned!
Updated 4/28:
I should note: look at ingredients of tea. I usually don't and am sorry I didn't. Some of the TeaPigs tea contains soy lectin or other things that I shouldn't be consuming. So some are not whole 30 and if you are allergic to soy like me, you stay away from those but I'll be testing the others I can try :)
This afternoon I'm sipping on 'melt away' a chocolate flake tea. It's really good and does taste like chocolate! When taking the sip, it smells like a chocolate shop. It's smooth in flavor and has no after-taste, which I love.
The box came with a wide variety of teas and I'm going to be sipping my way through and making note of which ones I like.
Stay tuned!
Updated 4/28:
I should note: look at ingredients of tea. I usually don't and am sorry I didn't. Some of the TeaPigs tea contains soy lectin or other things that I shouldn't be consuming. So some are not whole 30 and if you are allergic to soy like me, you stay away from those but I'll be testing the others I can try :)
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