“Pesticides are toxins and they can’t be good for you, so the only question is – how bad are they?” – Dr. Andrew Weils Don’t want to eat bug- and weed-killers? Did you know two-thirds of produce samples in recent government tests had pesticide residues? These different pesticides have been linked to a variety of health…
Are you a natural pessimist? Take heart: The benefits of gratitude aren’t only available to people with a naturally grateful disposition. Instead, feeling grateful is a skill we can develop with practice, reaping its rewards along the way. Here are some of the most effective ways to cultivate gratitude, according to research. Keep a gratitude…
Sometimes I wonder why we willingly settle for less when we’re being offered more. Why do people not have drive and passion for more? We often dream and say we want it… but are too afraid to take the action. Why because we feel it’s easier not to try or fail? When think about it…
Today feels like a good day for a story. Get comfortable here we go… A man is taking a Sunday late afternoon walk on the beach hoping to get some inspiration for the busy week ahead when in the distance he sees a small figure dancing back and forward on the sand. He is intrigued. He keeps…
I wanted to share with you a poem I wrote during my recent visit to India. I think it is self explanatory – however if not… what I am trying to express is how beautiful it is when people are them self and completely open and vulnerable. When one has let the ego, thoughts, attachments etc. all…
“Nothing ever goes away until it teaches us what we need to know.” ~ Pema Chödrön I think there are teachings all around us – nature, connections and interactions with people … Everything we encounter – If we are willing to notice them. With that said when I stumbled upon this quote I interpreted it…
Vegan Gluten Free Granola Awe granola… I love making granola – it’s not only easy, it makes a large batch for those moments when you need to grab something on the run or best of all sit and enjoy in your pj’s on a rainy Sunday :)When I think about granola or muesli, it reminds me of…
As we rip through society our senses are exposed to so much we become unaware of half of it. Recently while home visiting my 15month old nephew, Hunter. He continuously reminds me of the importance of being present. I’ll try to explain to you the best way I can on how I truly remain present…
I love meeting new clients and hearing their story and what brought them to the fitness world. During a consultation the other day with a new client, I realized how much pressure and expectations we put on ourselves. My new client was telling me how she prefers to workout in her own home alone. She has…
Hey guys! Okay so I love when random things come my way. Especially those that make me either laugh or smile, or both! And well this was one of them… I just got a message from this guy from Toronto who created this awesome rap video about being vegan – I have to share it!…
It is packed full of all the nutrients you need – pretty much a blended meal with a little energy boost from green tea and matcha! 🙂 1 stem of kale 1 small head of Broccoli 1/2 cup blueberries 1 banana 1 1/2 cups chilled green tea 1 tsp matcha powder *optional – 1 scoop…
These bars are great for anyone with a busy lifestyle, and especially athletes. They are packed full of energizing raw foods that will help you either fuel for a workout or recover from one. Lets break it down on the benefits of including raw foods such as dates and nuts into your lifestyle as a plant…
Okay, so I will admit I had to resist the temptation of naming this post “getting ‘figgy’ with it”… I know ridiculous isn’t it? 🙂 These cookies are super easy to make and only contain a short list of ingredients, but don’t be fooled they are packed with nutrients and are delicious! You might be…
Today I want to talk to you about motivation. I’m in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico as I write this. At a huge resort packed with people soaking up the sun while on their vacation. I came here to teach yoga and together with Nik work on our AV blog. We just finished lunch and now enjoying…
Yes that’s right, vegan, healthy,protein and antioxidant rich CHOCOLATE peanut butter cups (that still taste decadent). Vegan Chocolate Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free) 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1 cup cacao powder 5 tbsp agave nectar/coconut nectar/maple syrup All you have to do is melt coconut oil, then stir in cacao powder and maple syrup…