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Am I Ready to Lose Weight?

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 13, 2021
Post category:Health Issues

We see it every year as the New Year approaches. People start their journey before determining: Am I Ready to Lose Weight? We assess our health and start making resolutions for the new year. People all across the country jump on the weight-loss bandwagon, only to fall off in a couple of weeks, or for some, a few days. We all know someone who walks into the local gym, registers, pays, and never returns. For your weight-loss plan to succeed, you must be ready to take on the challenge and make the life changes that will help set you up for long-term success. It’s important to evaluate your…

German Chocolate Cherry Shake

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 4, 2021
Post category:Healthy Recipes

Who doesn't love cake? I LOVE german chocolate cake?! It's rich, satisfies my sweet tooth, and it's healthy- I mean, it even has fruit in the title, right? I can't always sit down and eat a cake, oh, umm.. I mean, one slice of cake. But, I can make a shake anytime I want and it's just as good (and it's less work)! This German Chocolate Cherry Shake is filling and so deliciously rich. If you need extra fiber, you can add a scoop of my favorite chocolate fiber mix. German Chocolate Cherry Cake Shake Ingredients 1 scoop (1/3 c) plant-based protein powder 1/2 cup organic black…

What are the Signs of Adrenal Fatigue?

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:December 20, 2020
Post category:Health Issues

What are the signs of adrenal fatigue and what can you do? Take the quiz and find out. Learn if you are just tired or if you truly may have adrenal fatigue. I was in Phase 3 adrenal fatigue a few years ago and it was debilitating. I ignored most of the symptoms because it creeps in overtime to the point where you don't even recognize how bad you really feel. Phase 3 is an advanced phase and can be dangerous if ignored. I would break down and cry for no reason, leaving work daily by 2 pm as I could no longer function mentally or physically. The…

Why Estrogen Balance is Important

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:June 11, 2020
Post category:Health Issues

Estrogen

Why Estrogen Balance is Important Estrogen is the name of the class of hormones related to the reproductive cycle. It includes the three main estrogens called estrone, estradiol, and estriol. Each of these plays a role in the hormonal balance in women. In healthy premenopausal women, estrogen is made from progesterone and/or from androgens within the ovary's cells. Estrogen is responsible for changes in young women at puberty and gives adult women their shapely curves. During childbearing years, estrogen rises during the first half of the menstrual cycle in preparation for pregnancy. Elevated estrogen causes water retention and weight gain, and too much estrogen can lead to excess fat…

Saving time and money at Costco

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:June 3, 2020
Post category:Bonnie's Healthy Life Blog

Whether you have a large family, small business or preparing for hurricane season, Costco is a convenient and cost effective way to shop. That is assuming you have the space to store everything and the discipline to stop buying those fun things you may not really need. Either way, it is an experience. I started this post pre COVID19 so thinking the experience may not be quite as much fun now. We've had a Sam's membership for years and I felt they had a good selection of organics. However, Costco definitely rules in the area of selection and quantity of organic products which is always my goal. Eat…

Broccoli Cauliflower and Apple Salad Recipe

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:May 24, 2020
Post category:Healthy Recipes

This Broccoli Cauliflower and Apple Salad is a light healthy salad for a picnic or summer holiday event. This recipe contains all raw vegetables and is nutrient dense. As always, use organic. You are worth it. Ingredients 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 1 1/2 cups of chopped broccoli 1 1/2 cups of chopped cauliflower 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 cup raisins 1 medium gala apple chopped Dressing 2 Tablespoons of sugar, I used coconut palm sugar 2 Tablespoons of red wine vinegar 1-2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 Tablespoon Walnut oil (or olive oil) 1/4 cup Vegenaise 1/4 tsp pink Himalayan salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp ground…

Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:April 5, 2020
Post category:Healthy Living

Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge These jewels are dairy-free, gluten-free and there is no added sugar. I love these for a sweet craving with adding sugar to my diet. The Sync Chocolate powder contains no added sugars, is gluten-free and vegan. As always, use organic ingredients! You are worth it. 1/2 c all-natural almond butter or peanut butter 5 pitted Medjool dates 1 scoop Modere Sync Chocolate Powder (or your favorite plant-based shake) Process all ingredients in a Vitamix or food processor. If your dates are a bit hard, you can soak them in hot water for 5 minutes and drain the water before using. If the mix is…

Almond Cookie Recipe – Gluten Free, Sugar Free, Dairy Free

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:June 26, 2018
Post category:Healthy Recipes

After completing a food intolerance test, I learned I was intolerant to all sugars (honey, agave, etc) and dairy so I needed to find substitutes. My goal was to go sugar free for 4-6 months and at about month three, I wanted cookies! I found a recipe, made a few modifications and finally came up with this! Like pure stevia sweetener, the monk fruit sweetener is highly concentrated so a little goes a long way. The key is using pure monk fruit to elminate fillers. My favorite is pure organic monk fruit sweetener from Julian Bakery. Ingredients: 1 cup of Almond Flour 1/2 tsp Organic Pure Monk Fruit…

My 3-day Cleanse Journey – Day 2

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:July 5, 2017
Post category:Healthy Living

Day 1 is done! So where do you think I struggled most? I caught myself in my daily habit of getting up from my desk to grab a snack. I realized that when I feel stressed, overwhelmed or anxious, I distract myself with a snack. Most of you know I am not grabbing a candy bar or cookie (we eat predominantly whole, clean) but, eating when your body doesn't need food is not healthy! So how did I cope knowing that I couldn't grab a snack? I decided to try some deep breathing and downloaded a meditation app. I believe this is a new healthy habit that I will incorporate…

My 3-day Cleanse Journey

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:July 4, 2017
Post category:Healthy Living

It's day one of my 3-day cleanse which started with a 2.5-mile walk on July 4th. What a perfect day to celebrate freedom from toxins! Instead of focusing on what I won't be eating, I'm focusing on the benefits such as mental clarity, focus, and increased energy. I prepared my body by eliminating meat and increased my consumption of fresh, raw organic fruits and vegetables. If you consume alcohol, caffeine, or dairy on a regular basis, I would eliminate these products a few days before as well. Except for an occasional (organic) ice cream, I swore off these vices years ago. However, with dark chocolate, I still have issues!…