Kristin commented on my Chai Tea Latte recipe asking for one of the most amazing fall drinks ever – the Pumpkin Spice Latte! “I just started working for a Maximized Living doctor and am doing the Advance Plan. Have you ever made a Pumpkin Latte that fits the plan?” – Kristin My answer is no,…
Archive For 2011
Pumpkin, Pumpkin, Pumpkin & Holiday Recipe Ideas
I have been meaning to post more fall and pumpkin-themed recipes since September! I have a list racking up on my desktop. So look forward to a round of fall inspired recipes coming out for the next couple of weeks! Austin is finally getting into a sleeping/eating routine, so I can once again (and finally)…
Product Review: Snuggle Me Cushion
Hi all!! My silence is finally broken! Austin and I have made it thru the last few weeks of a growth spurt and recovery from a dairy protein allergy. Let’s just say my time has been completely consumed by caring for him and making sure he is happy, safe, and most importantly healing at 100%! …
How To: Soothing Dry Cracked Feet
It seems dry, cracked feet becomes a bigger problem in the fall and winter months than the summer. (At least I hear more about it from my clients during this time of year…) Of course this can be due to the dryer climate both outside and indoors, but it can also be a sign of…
Bumble Bars
These are a little different than the “traditional” bumble bars made with sugar, Cheerios, etc, that my family made growing up. I’ve put my Healing Cuisine spin on it! Feel free to add a handful or two of 73+% dark chocolate chips to the bars, too. Stir in with the nuts. Bumble Bars 2 cups…
Green Green Smoothie
Smoothies are always fun to create. It’s especially fun to make green smoothies, hiding the sometimes bitter and pure vegetable flavors in a refreshing glass of energy. Feel free to twist around my Green Green Smoothie below. I throw in usually whatever we have on hand. Kale instead of spinach, a frozen cucumber or fresh…
Product Review & GIVEAWAY: SKIN Organic Body Care WINNER
I am excited to announce today’s SKIN Organic Body Care giveaway winner. One lucky lady will receive a prize package of body care products from SKIN valued at over $100! Thank you to all who participated in this month’s giveaway! I hope you have enjoyed getting to know this great company and will enjoy trying…
Product Review & GIVEAWAY: SKIN Organic Body Care
Alright folks, I have discovered a fabulous new organic product line to share with you! I am so excited about it! The company is called SKIN — a complete body care line free of chemicals, parabens, fragrances, and preservatives. I love it because SKIN is completely organic and natural. Check out SKIN’s product ratings on…
Season’s Eatings Holiday e-Book
Do you ever ask yourself this question? The holidays are here, now what? This was my inspiration for creating Season’s Eatings, my holiday e-book modeled around the Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. Within its pages you’ll find 62 Core Plan recipes, 46 Advanced Plan recipes (view the recipe list), advice on managing stress (Essential #1) thru…
Our Baby is Here: Austin Wayne Schwartz
Announcing the arrival of our first bundle of joy, Austin Wayne. Born Sunday, September 18 at 5:32am, 7lbs 4oz, 21 inches. We call him our smiley baby (reference picture above). :) Austin had his newborn photo shoot this past Tuesday, and our photographer, Lora, was able to capture some of his most precious moments, including…