Two Days of Plant-Based, Protein-Forward Eating

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Two Days of Plant-Based, Protein-Forward Eating

In recent years, plant-based eating has blossomed into a lifestyle embraced by many, not just for its delicious offerings but also for the array of health benefits and positive impact on the environment.

In this comprehensive guide, I’m delving into what I call “plant-based, protein-forward” eating, and providing you with two days worth of meals that are both rich in plant-based protein and nourishing for your body (and not to mention, kind to the planet!).

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My Top 10 Foods For Aging Well

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My Top 10 Foods For Aging Well

Most women I meet who are over 50 have a few goals in common:

  1. They want to stay healthy

  2. They want to stay alive

  3. And they want to age well!

Well, I’m happy to report that this blog post, and the foods I’m going to tell you about in it, check all of those boxes and pass that test with flying colors. As you know if you’ve read the blog for a while, what we put into our bodies reflects on the outside of our bodies, and it has a direct correlation to how we feel and how we age. The best thing you can do for your body is nourish it with nutrient-packed foods, and in return, you’ll feel and look magnificent.

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Why You Need Fermented Foods On Your Plate

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Why You Need Fermented Foods On Your Plate

Taking care of your gut (aka your digestive system, GI tract, etc.) is one of the most effective ways to completely improve your health. That’s because your gut affects every aspect of your well-being—from your skin and overall physical health, to your ability to age well and your mental health. (Seriously, it impacts everything.)

Many people know that gut health is important, but they aren’t sure how to get started in tending to their gut. In this blog post, I talk about one of the most powerful tools you can use to do that…fermented foods!

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How My Diet Has Changed As I’ve Aged

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How My Diet Has Changed As I’ve Aged

There’s no denying it: I’m definitely not the same person I was in my 20s (or even my 50s). My body has experienced numerous changes, and it’s still constantly changing now that i’m no my 60s. Because of that, I’ve had to change up what I eat. I choose foods that I know will help me age gracefully and maintain my muscle—my goal is to stay healthy and strong for life.

To show you what I mean by all of that, here’s a look at how my diet has changed as I’ve aged:

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Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Click and Grow (Indoor Herb Garden)

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Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Click and Grow (Indoor Herb Garden)

We talk about the benefits of vegetables a lot—how many nutrients they have, their fiber and water content, their antioxidant properties—but one food group that doesn’t get as much attention is herbs.

Like veggies, herbs are plants too, and for centuries they’ve been used to fend off disease, treat ailments, and improve the function of the body (think immune system, organ function, and more).

As someone who is always thinking about the long-term effects of what I eat, I’m constantly looking for ways to integrate herbs into my diet. Thankfully, I came across a product that has made keeping fresh herbs on hand SO MUCH EASIER.

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The One Food That Has Completely Changed My Body

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The One Food That Has Completely Changed My Body

For me, 2021 has been a year of discovery—a year of figuring out what I like, what I don’t like, and what I need now that I’m about to turn 65.

I’ve learned so much about myself and my body, and in some ways, I feel like I’ve cracked the code to living my best life. I know what foods make me feel my best, which skincare products actually work, and what workout routines are sustainable and fun for me.

There are a few things I’ve incorporated into my routine that I can’t see myself ever giving up. One of those things is bone broth.

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5 Of My Favorite Protein Powders On The Market

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5 Of My Favorite Protein Powders On The Market

Whether you are trying to lose weight, build lean muscle mass, or simply improve your health, getting enough protein in your diet is essential. Not only does eating protein keep you satiated (and keep you from constantly snacking or binging), but it helps with blood sugar stabilization, muscle recovery, cognitive function, and so much more.

Even though I do eat meat—mostly fish and chicken with the occasional steak—sometimes I still find it difficult to get as much protein as my body needs to function properly.

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How Healthy People Eat - Tips & Tricks from Kristen Coffield

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How Healthy People Eat - Tips & Tricks from Kristen Coffield

Last Wednesday, I had the pleasure of hosting Kristen Coffield on my Expert Instagram Lives! In case you missed it, Kristen is the author of “How Healthy People Eat” and the founder and owner of The Culinary Cure.

She’s a culinary wellness coach who is dedicated to helping people live younger, longer, and better—needless to say, we have a lot in common!

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10 Foods To Stop Buying & Make Yourself Instead

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10 Foods To Stop Buying & Make Yourself Instead

When it comes to eating a holistic diet, homemade food is healthier than store bought food the majority of the time. What do I mean by “homemade” food? I’m talking about the snacks, stocks, sauces, and other forms of sustenance that we can make at home with whole, fresh ingredients, but that we often end up buying at the grocery store out of convenience.

Not only do the store bought versions of certain foods cost more per serving (yes, there’s a premium on convenience), but they almost always contain unnecessary and unhealthy ingredients. Preservatives, fillers, gums, and extra sodium are frequently added to food products to extend their shelf life or change their texture

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Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Flapjacked GF Protein Pancake Mix

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Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Flapjacked GF Protein Pancake Mix

Welcome to the tenth edition of Pure Joy Wellness Approved—our last one of 2020!

My team and I decided to launch this series earlier this year, and I’ve had so much fun sharing some of my favorite products with you. As you know, my goal is to give you the tools and information you need to live your healthiest, happiest life. My hope is that this series has given you some new items to try, or at the very least, made you consider which products out there will really help you get where you want to be—with your body, mental health, skin, and more.

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4 Healthier Side Dishes For Your Thanksgiving Feast

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4 Healthier Side Dishes For Your Thanksgiving Feast

Chances are, Thanksgiving is going to look different for you and your family this year. You may be celebrating solo, or with a smaller group than usual, and that can put a real damper on the holiday. Whatever your predicament, though, I hope you’ll take this year’s Thanksgiving as an opportunity to unwind and indulge a bit with a little comfort food, time off the clock, and self-care.

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Youthful Skin Is An Inside Job—Here's How To Keep Your Skin Vibrant, Regardless Of Age

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Youthful Skin Is An Inside Job—Here's How To Keep Your Skin Vibrant, Regardless Of Age

When it comes to skin health, what you put in your mouth is more important than what you put on your skin. This may be new news to some of you. “But isn’t skincare about skin care products? What does eating have to do with it?” The answer: Actually, a lot. Everything you eat becomes part of your inner AND outer being. Your skin is your largest organ, and everything going on inside your body (specifically in your gut) shows up on it.

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5 Healthier Dishes You Can Make For 4th Of July

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5 Healthier Dishes You Can Make For 4th Of July

The dishes we tend to eat on the Fourth of July aren’t always the healthiest. Mac and cheese, mayo-filled salads, and other heavy dishes often find their way to the table, forcing our health and weight goals to take a backseat.

Fortunately, there are plenty of healthier, delicious dishes that are easy for you to make and won’t rob you of that indulgence feeling. Below are five of the best-tasting (and also festive!) recipes I could find that I highly recommend for this Fourth of July.

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How Women Over 50 Should Be Eating To Balance Blood Sugar

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How Women Over 50 Should Be Eating To Balance Blood Sugar

As our age increases, our blood sugar (glucose) levels tend to as well, and insulin becomes less and less effective at bringing it down. This means that the older we get, the more caution we have to take when it comes to eating sugar or anything that gets metabolized like sugar (aka pretty much all carbohydrates, especially the refined ones).

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3 Healthy, Affordable Recipes You Can Make With Canned Or Frozen Ingredients

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3 Healthy, Affordable Recipes You Can Make With Canned Or Frozen Ingredients

With restaurants and stores continuing to close due to the coronavirus, eating at home has become a necessity for everyone (and this may or may not be the case for a while, depending on how this situation pans out). Everyone is stocking up on canned foods, frozen foods, and anything non-perishable—but these foods still carry a stigma of being less healthy or not as delicious as fresh (usually more expensive) ones. Fortunately for us, that is not the case.

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11 Foods to Always Keep on Your Shopping List

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11 Foods to Always Keep on Your Shopping List

How many times have you meant to eat healthy — only to get home and find nothing good for you in your fridge and end up ordering an unhealthy meal on Seamless?In the battle to keep yourself on track, my game plan is simple:  Always keep these ingredients at the top of your shopping list and you’ll never have a problem with finding something good to eat in your kitchen!

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