when it comes to my lifestyle and health, clean eating and daily movement {exercise} are a no brainer. like brushing my teeth, i just do it and i honestly just love it. i love to plan ahead and since i've been doing this consistently for years, it's a habit and easy for me; when it comes to food, i choose fresh options most always, rotating seasonal produce as they become available throughout the year, but i basically eat the same things every day.
that last statement is the reason for this post. i not only want to share this other aspect of my life with you, but i think it will help me step out of my own comfort zone and try new variations of foods i already eat and love. :)
these recipes won't just be good for you, but they'll also be delish and will help you feel and look fabulous {think skin, hair, nails}.
this avocado pineapple smoothie is a gorgeous example...
~ anti-inflammatory, packed with essential fatty acids, not to mention super yummy, this smoothie is a fabulous way to promote detoxification, healthy skin, and nervous system support. bonus: the healthy fats help stabilize your blood sugar! ~
this recipe is one i found via barre3.com {one of my fave workout/lifestyle resources!} courtesy of Andrea Bemis, chef, owner of Tumbleweed Farm {located in Hood River, OR}, and writer of the fabulous blog Dishing Up The Dirt.
take a look...
take a look...
avocado pineapple smoothie ~ *serves 2*
ingredients:
1 avocado
1 banana, frozen
1 cup pineapple, fresh or frozen
1 cup organic coconut milk
4 tbsp cilantro, minced
2 tbsp flax seed, ground
1/4 cup water
a few ice cubes
instructions:
place all ingredients into a blender, blend until smooth…enjoy!
tell me if you try this! stay tuned for more beauty-ful recipes like this one each week. they'll help you get and stay healthy not just for summer, but the rest of your life.
enjoy the rest of your week!
images: Andrea Bemis dishing up the dirt