Happy New Year! I hope every one's 2016 is filled with happiness, peace, and good health. The new year is a new beginning for many. Lots of new year resolutions are made with good intentions. As a fitness trainer I am excited to see people taking more classes, heading outdoors for walks and runs, and cutting back on processed foods. The only problem is for many it doesn't last because people set unrealistic goals that they can't maintain. Don't let that be you. Set attainable goals so you feel successful and want to continue on your healthy journey! Start by adding an extra glass of water a day, or extend your workout by 5 minutes, or take one more lap around the track, maybe use less sugar in your coffee, little things add up! Soon these little changes become your daily routine. We all have off days, I just had a few! However, we can't beat ourselves up. Tomorrow is a new day to start over.
My pick of the week is from MindBodyGreen, Simple Clean Winter Stew. This will help you feel better knowing you're putting good food into your body and taste delicious.
Recipe serves 4.
Ingredients
1 T coconut oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 cups of vegetable broth
4 medium sweet potatoes, cut into cubes
3 large carrots, sliced
2 T tamari (or soy sauce, if gluten free is not necessary)
3 cups chopped kale
salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
1. Heat coconut oil in large pot at medium -high. Add onion and garlic and cook for about 5-7 minutes. 2. Add broth and bring pot to boil. Add sweet potato and carrots and simmer for 15 minutes. 3. Stir in tamari and kale and turn down heat. Allow kale to cook for 1-2 minutes. Add salt and pepper and enjoy right away.
Wishing you a happy week ahead. Remember, small changes make big differences!
Donna
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