Stacey's Blog

Do you take supplements? Do you need to take them? Which ones should you take? Yes, while I always say that it’s better to get your nutrients from food first sometimes supplements are necessary. Unfortunately there are just some all-too-common nutrients that we simply don’t get enough of.  And they’re absolutely critical to optimal health…

Hey Men, Lost Your Sex Drive? This Could Be Why Libido is such an interesting (and complex) experience.  Because of this it can be affected by so many things.  And we’re not just talking about the obvious sex hormone testosterone here. Although testosterone levels can have a big (yes BIG) effect on sex drive there…

Three Must Eat Breakfast Foods Do you love your breakfast?  Do you have a short list of “go-to” recipes?  Do you need a bit of inspiration to start eating breakfast again? Getting some protein at each meal can help with blood sugar management, metabolism and weight loss.  This is because protein helps you feel fuller…

Even if you are not a huge avocado fan like me, you have nothing to fear, because this recipe is so chocolatey and the perfect texture that you wont even know it has avocados in it! Before I could take more pics of my creation…it was GONE. I mean totally demolished, this is how I…

Strawberry Oatmeal Cookies One of my childhood favorite cookies was oatmeal cookies with the fork marks on them. Here is a healthy version with the added sweetness of fresh strawberries. 1 C Oats 3 Scoops Vanilla Life Protein 1.5 tsp Baking Powder 1 tsp Cinnamon 1 tsp Nutmeg 1/8 tsp Salt 2 Tbsp Coconut Oil…

Issue #217 of Health Tips Fro the Professor, Dr. Steve Chaney a fellow Shaklee Leader and research scientist has shared a wonderful article about how to chose the best diet for you and your lifestyle. Diet should not be just about getting to a healthy weight, but more about the lifestyle that will keep you at…

  Kale & Quinoa Salad This one bowl salad is super simple to make from scratch and is a refreshing way to enjoy my favorite super foods, kale and quinoa!  Juice of 1.5 lemons 1/4 TBSP Olive Oil 1 TBSP Maple Syrup Salt & Pepper to taste For Salad 2 Bunches Kale, de-stemed and cut…

Have you been saying “Bye-Bye” to Sleeping Through the Night? Have you said “bye bye” to sleeping through the night? Are you feeling exhausted or “running on stress hormones” all day? Do not fear, I have some great tips (and an amazing recipe) for you! The science of sleep is fascinating, complicated and growing Sleep…

Maca-Cacoa Smoothie 8-10 oz Coconut Water (for that added hydration for pre-workout!) 1-2 Tbsp Raw Cocoa Powder (contains exceptionally high concentrations of PEA”phenylethylamine”, the stuff that boosts energy, alertness and concentration, perfect before an intense workout) 1 Banana (great source of potassium to help prevent muscle cramps) 2 Tbsp Hemp Seeds (easy to digest source of…

Mediation is all about being mindful.  Something I found very challenging in the beginning. I began my search by going to mindfulness.org to learn more and here is the article that helped get me focused. While mindfulness is something we all naturally possess, it’s more readily available to us when we practice on a daily…