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Chicken Chili

Oct 22, 2018ChristineNourished Recipes

A Healthier Spin on a Cold Weather Favorite.

It’s sweater weather here again on the East Coast. As New York readies itself for winter, the crockpot comes back out of hiding to be the work week star.

There is nothing better than getting home from a long cold work day to your house filled with delicious aromas and dinner made. I am such a fan of the slow cooker. If you meal prep on Sunday and have all of your veggies clean and cut up, it’s a 10 minute drop and go dinner before your grab your morning coffee and walk out the door. Another short cut to slow cooker meals is the Rotisserie Chicken. (more…)

BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

Oct 10, 2018ChristineNourished Recipes

Butternut Squash is a type of winter squash that grows on a vine. It has a sweet, nutty taste similar to that of a pumpkin. It has tan-yellow skin and orange fleshy pulp with a compartment of seeds in the bottom. Like all members of the gourd family (which includes pumpkin, melon, and cucumber), butternut squash is technically a fruit because it contains seeds. (more…)

TAHINI BROWNIES

Aug 29, 2018ChristineNourished Recipes

Original recipe adapted from – thetoastedpinenut.com TAHINI BROWNIES | Gluten Free/Dairy Free/Paleo PREP TIME: 5 mins | COOK TIME: 15 mins | TOTAL TIME: 20 mins INGREDIENTS: ½ cup tahini 1 egg ½ cup coconut sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ cup almond flour ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon sea salt ½… Read More »

The 4 Archetypes of Survival

Jul 11, 2018ChristineBlog

From Karma to Grace: Moving Beyond the 4 Archetypes of Survival
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FAT SHAMING – The Unspoken Discrimination

Jun 11, 2018ChristineBlog

Bodyshaming is a pervasive form of prejudice, found in cyber bullying, critiques of celebrities appearances, at work and school, and in public places for everyday Americans. People who are battling obesity face being stereotyped as lazy, incompetent, unattractive, lacking willpower, and to blame for their excess weight. (more…)

Salmon with Sautéed Vegetables

May 31, 2018ChristineNourished Recipes

When it comes to mindful eating you want to get the most out of your meal. Yes it important to remember portion size, fat content, calories, carbs, sodium…..and on and on. Don’t forget the flavor. Food should taste really good and is meant to be enjoyed. That is why I love this dish and cook it often. Not only is it loaded with Omega 3’s and all sorts of vitamins and powerful antioxidants, it tastes really good. (more…)

Watermelon Feta Salad

May 27, 2018ChristineNourished Recipes

Photo Credit: Prime Restaurant Huntington, NY Nothing quite announces the arrival of summer like watermelon. Watermelon is one of those fruits most people can all agree on. It’s refreshing and delicious, and it’s the perfect addition to backyard bbq’s and celebrations. Not only is it delicious but healthy for you as well. Packed With Antioxidants… Read More »

The 4 Noble Truths

May 24, 2018ChristineBlog

WHAT ARE THE 4 NOBLE TRUTHS?

Buddhism’s four truths are called noble because they liberate us from suffering. They are the basic teaching of Buddhism. You do not have to be a believer or follower of any religion to understand that suffering is part of the human experience and something we all encounter. (more…)

THE NOT SO SWEET FACTS ON SUGAR

May 22, 2018ChristineBlog

The average American consumes about 32 teaspoons of sugar per day, which amounts to 77 pounds of sugar per year. And it’s not completely our fault. We know sugar can be found in obvious products, such as sodas, candy, and ice cream but it is also added to almost all processed foods. For example (more…)

THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF STRESS: 5 WAYS TO REDUCE IT

May 16, 2018ChristineBlog

Stress is the body’s natural defense against predators and danger, know as the “fight-or-flight” mechanism. It floods the body with cortisol and adrenaline to prepare the body’s system to confront or avoid danger. This mechanism was designed for our ancestors that were faced with the predatory threat of being eaten by a lion. Once that threat was resolved normal body function would return to normal. The problem we face today is the unbearable level of stress we put upon ourselves keeping our bodies in that constant state of stimulation.
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