#38: Your Guide To Plant Based Protein Powders

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  PLAY HERE:  [audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/actveg/AV_036_-_Comple_Guide_To_Plant_Based.mp3] Walk up and down the aisles of any major health store, and you’re bound to feel overwhelmed by the variety of protein powder available. If you’re unsure about what which nutritional supplement is for you, this is your guide. In this episode we discuss few key points about what to look for and what…

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Juicing: What are the health benefits?

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Juicing has taken the health world by storm, and millions of people are now gulping down pounds of produce by the glassful. Will it be a trend or actually start to open peoples eyes, and change lives? Zuz and I actually juice a lot and I realized we haven’t really shared any recipes or info. with…

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Life Should Be Fun And If It Isn’t, Change It Until It Is

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The following post is a guest post by Colin Stuckert, co-owner of The Training Box and Wild Foods. He is  a coach, author, food nut, fitness fiend, and pursuer of all things health, psychology and philosophy. Head on to Colin’s blog  The Gym Life  for plethora of news and articles that will inspire you to be the best version of yourself…

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Here is how to live more meaningful life today

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What would your life look like if each decision you made came from a place of conscious intention? Would you spend less time lingering online and more time outdoors? Would you slow down to connect with those around you rather than getting lost in your to-do lists? The choices we make in each moment shapes…

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#33: The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition with Julieanna Hever

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  [audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/actveg/AV_033_-_Ultimate_Guide_To_Plant_Bas.mp3] PLAY HERE Download the episode Here! (24:36) Today we dive deep into the topic of plantbased nutrition.  Is it possible to truly thrive on 100% plant based diet? What should someone do to make sure that they’re staying nutritionally balanced while on a vegan diet? What vitamins and supplements do we need? Paleo vs Plant…

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Top 5 Time-Saving Tips for Healthy Eating

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One of the obstacle I come across from clients when it comes to adapting healthy habits is “not enough time” . With statements like: I’m too busy to cook! I have no time to prepare meals! I am lost in the kitchen! If you identify with any of these messages, read on. Shannon from The Glowing…

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#32: 11 Proven Tips To Start a Running Routine

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  [audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/actveg/AV_032_-_11_Running_Tips_For_Biginne.mp3] With the New Year come new goals. Have you thought about starting a running routine?  If you’ve never run before or you’ve had a long break from running, it can feel intimidating to get out there and get started. In this week’s podcast we talk about steps to help you ease into running…

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Do You Realize What Difference You Can Make?

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  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…

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Be Vulnerable…

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  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…

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Lessons Life Has To Offer…

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“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…

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MOST Iron-Rich Foods for Active Vegetarians

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It is not uncommon for vegetarians, especially active female vegetarians, to suffer from anemia –  low iron counts.  Low iron and anemia can mean increased fatigue and exhaustion. The human body stores some iron to replace any that is lost. However, low iron levels over a long period of time can lead to iron deficiency anemia.…

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#30: 6 Basic Rules For Being A Healthy Vegetarian

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[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/actveg/AV_-030.mp3] A well-planned vegetarian diet can meet the needs of people of all ages, including children, teenagers, and pregnant or breast-feeding women. The key is to be aware of your nutritional needs so that you plan a diet that meets them. So what are some basic rules of eating healthy as a vegetarian? We will…

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Awesome Video – 40 Year Old Vegan

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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!…

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Vegan Raspberry Brownie Mini Cheesecake

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Who’s ready for another healthy and mouthwatering dessert? How about Mini raw vegan brownie cheesecakes bars? No cheese? No milk? No butter?  Nope, nope and nope. Then what’s that in the “cheesecake”? Cashews. For people who love cheesecake and it’s creaminess, there probably isn’t a healthier alternative than this. Cashews are full of healthy fats such as omega-9…

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The Top 5 Healthy Habits To Boost Your Energy

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Our lives have become quite hectic. On daily bases we are faced with more tasks, deadlines, chores and to do’s then it’s feasible to fit in one day. I should know! I am a chronic over planner! However our bodies are not indestructible, and there is only so far we can push them before they…

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