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A Note from Jackie
October is the season of changing, from the colors of leaves to the foods we eat. Here at NutriFit, we're changing up your menus to take advantage of the fall harvest. Let us know which of the seasons bounty appeals to you most - and don't forget that we can help you with holiday meals and gifts! Keep in mind, too, that staying fit and active doesn't only mean hard workouts or activities. Take advantage of the cool breeze and enjoy the fall weather by walking or biking instead of driving. Feel free to ask us about how to change up your program to achieve optimal results!
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10 Skin-Enhancing Foods
You don't necessarily have to use expensive creams and lotions to enhance your skin; many commonly eaten foods contain properties that keep your skin smooth and healthy! Here are 10 foods to include often in your diet that your skin will appreciate:
- Salmon
- Lowfat Yogurt
- Bluebarries
- Kiwi
- Sweet Potato
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- Spinich
- Tomatoes
- Walnuts
- Dark Chocolate
- Green Tea
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Meatless Mondays
Here's an idea that's good for you and the environment, too!
We all know that animal agriculture places a tremendous strain on our ecosystem. The growing, fertilizing and transporting of feed and animals, and even the animals themselves, all create carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gasses. We recently learned one person who switches to meatless meals one day per week saves the consumption of an average of 35 lbs. of meat over the course of a year. That's the carbon equivalent of driving a car for 45 hours straight while leaving all of the lights on back home. Pretty good savings for just making a simple switch to your eating regimen once a week!
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We're Keen on Quinoa!
Quinoa (pronounced "KEEN-wah") is a highly nutritious South American seed that serves as a tasty and healthful stand-in for rice or couscous. Because of its high protein content and balanced set of amino acids, it is an excellent source of complete plant protein. It is an especially convenient source of high-quality protein for vegetarians. Quinoa grain has lower sodium content and is higher in calcium, iron, potassium and magnesium than wheat, barley, or corn. It is also gluten-free, easily digestible, and a good source of fiber.
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One of the best ways to stay on track with healthy eating is to eat nutritious, balanced snacks between meals. Eating a snack or meal every two hours helps keep your blood sugar consistent throughout the day, and prevents impulse eating by keeping you feeling full and satisfied throughout the day. When choosing a snack, be sure to include a combination of protein and carbs to give you energy and satiety.
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Featured Health Partner
Sara Turbeville
Website: SKINsantamonica.com
Ph# 310-339-6783
Skin-care blog: SKINtechie.com
As sole proprietor of skin-care clinic SKIN, Sara Turbeville struggled juggling back-to-back appointments with finding time to prepare the fresh, unprocessed food she preferred. She ended up resorting to frozen dinners more than she liked, and finally waved the white flag.
"I realized I needed to delegate this task, and the awesome Jackie Keller came to my culinary rescue! I was sick of additive-laden frozen meals, and knew my body deserved the highest quality 'fuel' possible. I consider NutriFit a smart business expense. Having super healthy & delicious food always available in my fridge frees up my time to accomplish more important (and for me, fun) business activities!"
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Featured Client
B. Wells
I signed up with Nutrifit in March of 2009 and have since lost over 25 lbs. of body fat. Nutrifit has taught me so much about portion size, nutrition, and self care!
My mother died at a young age due to colon cancer and her death forced me to take a look at my health and make some changes. As such, losing weight has been something I've endeavored to do this year, not just for the sake of how I look and what size I wear, but mainly for health reasons. Still grieving from my mother's recent death, I wanted to start losing weight immediately but didn't feel like I had the time or ability to jump into a diet program where I had to spend time cooking for myself. Then I found Nutrifit and it has changed my life for the better in an incredibly positive way! At a time when I needed help and nurturing, Nutrifit has provided just that. When I receive my perfectly cooked, delicious meals it feels like I'm getting room service from a fancy hotel's restaurant, but even better because these meals are nutritionally balanced and are helping me steadily lose weight.
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Featured Spice Blend:
Lemon Garden
A flavorful, all-purpose blend of the herbs, spices and vegetables used most often in salad dressings, dips and spreads. Try a teaspoon in your favorite vinaigrette dressing, or sprinkle over vegetables before cooking for a garden fresh flavor. Great for soups, dips, vegetable dishes and casseroles.
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October 2009 Newsletter
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