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VOL. 3, ISS. 11 | NOVEMBER 2017
Celebrity nutrition and fitness expert Jorge Cruise knows firsthand how challenging it is to make a change—and a commitment to a healthier you—at a time of year when loved ones expect you to honor family rituals and routines. He answered some of 24Life readers’ most pressing questions of the season.
Luckily, there are many recipes available for fantastic meatless options and an abundance of wonderful ingredients to honor your commitment and still feel festive. Stuffed butternut squash makes a beautiful spotlight for a main dish, and the possibilities are endless to make the dish your star. Pick your favorite flavors, and don’t be afraid to try new combinations. For another alternative, adapt your favorite family recipes by making any needed substitutions and get creative.
Invite them to join you for some fun activities. Playing a game of football, trying a workout class like Zumba or going for a bike ride is a start to fitness. Exercise boosts serotonin, so there is a good chance they will enjoy it and want to keep trying new activities. Keep encouraging your friends, and don’t let them discourage your track to fitness.
Group classes can feel intimidating, but don’t be fooled. Everyone is there for the same reasons, and it’s surprising how motivating and welcoming that kind of environment can be. If a studio doesn’t feel like the right fit, try somewhere new.
My mouth is watering already! Pumpernickel, apple and shallot stuffed butternut squash with creamy mashed cauliflower, orange zest cranberry sauce and lemon garlic green beans sound pretty amazing to me.
I had this client once who came in with a goal to lose 60 pounds. With the new plan we put together for her, she lost 10 pounds in the first week…
Do you feel disengaged from your neighbors? If so, consider hosting a potluck to connect with locals and possibly even improve your health…
Without food engineering, caramel ribbons in ice cream would be hard and brittle, breads would lack folic acid and pumpkin…
Shaun T has transformed legions, one person at a time. Plus Angela Duckworth on grit in the workplace; Oiselle on lifting women in sports; Shawn Phillips on life after Body for Life.
Breaking bread or breaking: Find the ways food is doing more – or less – for you, body and soul.
Self-care ideas for your body and brain get you ready for the busy holiday season.