Tart Spirulina Smoothie

Goooood morning, friends! Well I’m not sure when you’re reading this but it is morning time here. I just made the most DELICIOUS green smoothie and had to share. I’m currently in the follicular phase of my cycle and so that means that the most supportive foods during this time are raw, fresh, and light! Give me allllllll the smoothies & salads this week! This smoothie is light yet filling and full of protein! It’s seriously jam-packed with nutrients, antioxidants, & healthy fats. 🙌🏼 Enjoy!!!!

Tart spirulina smoothie

-1 cup blend of frozen fruit (pineapple, peach, mango, strawberries is what I used- I get the Organic Daybreak Blend from Costco!)

- 1/2 banana

-1 cup kale

-1 cup spinach 

-1 tsp spirulina

-1/2 cup nut milk 

-1/2 cup water 

-1tbs unsweetened yogurt (I use The Coconut Cult but you can also use Greek yogurt)

-1tbs almond butter

Blend & enjoy!!!

My Supplement Protocol to Boost Immunity

Hello friends! I hope you are all staying sane amidst the craziness that is happening in our world right now! It’s crazy how the Coronavirus outbreak has encouraged everyone to re-think their priorities, their health, their finances, and so much more. I’ve gotten quite a few questions about what i’m doing to boost my immune system during this time and so I thought I would share my supplement routine today with you all.

*DISCLAIMER: I am not a doctor! This is what works for me and what I have chosen to take with the research that I’ve done. I’ve been taking this brand of vitamins for over five years now and I really believe in their efficacy.

ALSO: I want to add that my supplement protocol isn’t cheap. I truly believe that it’s a huge investment into my future by taking care of my health now. I spend money on my supplements, my skincare, and my diet. Those three things I am 100% okay investing into and spending my money on. This is truly what I use and love and so I hope this is helpful for you!

Okay so lets start with my daily multi-vitamin… I’ve been taking the Pro Vitality Pack from Neolife for 5+ years now. I took it throughout my pregnancy alongside a prenatal and I don’t miss a day without these! There are four different supplements in this pack for all different purposes but I’ve noticed a huge different in my energy, my immune system, and digestion since taking these! I don’t know all the science behind them but here is some more info…

On top of these four supplements I take daily, I also take the Stress Pack during seasons of stress, either physically or emotionally. The Stress Pack gives a specific dose of vitamins and minerals that your body uses up when under stress. I took these during my postpartum period and i’m taking them during this season of Coronavirus as well.

Lastly, I take a probiotic! I love this one and take it every morning.

Okay… now onto VIRUS PROTECTION!

On top of these supplements, I am doubling up on these four things, VITAMIN C, ZINC, RAW GARLIC, and ELDERBERRY SYRUP! I am taking extra doses of these three supplements daily and if in the case I do start to become ill, I will stop taking Elderberry Syrup and take a double dose of Vitamin C, Zinc, and Garlic.

Both Zinc and Garlic are known virus killers and a high quantity of vitamin C is imperative for a healthy immune system. I also get these three from Neolife (because I trust the brand) and I make my own Elderberry Syrup! If you can’t make your own syrup, I recommend ordering from HERE because there are no additives.

*NOTE ON GARLIC: I’ve tried multiple brands of garlic supplements and this is the only one i’ve found that doesn’t leave you with bad breath or a stomach ache.

OKAY CLIFF NOTES TIME…

That was a lot of info, right?! Don’t get overwhelmed! If the supplement world is totally new for you and you want to try any of these supplements, I would recommend simply starting with the Pro Vitality Pack! This will cover you for all your basic vitamin/supplement needs and it’s clinically proven to build up your immune system by 37% in 30 days. If you have the means to add in any other products, I totally recommend that you do, but if you take anything away from this, I would highly suggest taking Pro Vitality daily.

I hope all of this info was helpful for you! I’ve had my ‘membership’ with Neolife for years now so i’m not sure exactly how it works but I know you can purchase from my link and get full price or you can also sign up for a free membership and get a discount. I believe I get 20% off for being a free member. I do NOT have a business with Neolife, I think I just get referral discounts or something if you purchase through my link! I’m not sponsored by them, I truly just love their company and trust them! There are SO many supplement companies out there right now and this one has earned my trust and so i’ve just stuck with them!

Let me know if you have any questions at all and STAY WELL, my friends!

xo, Lo

Elderberry Syrup Recipe

With everything going on, it seems like boosting immunity is on everyone’s priority list. Elderberry has been proven to improve immune function and so many people swear by it. I’ve been taking elderberry syrup to boost the immune system for years now but recently I just started making my own and let me tell ya, it’s SO much more cost effective to make your own syrup!

I’m not going to give too much info on elderberries because i’m not a doctor and don’t know all of the science but feel free to Google them! Anything that helps boost the immune system though? I’m ALL about it.

Elderberries are hard to come by these days but I will link some down below if I can find some that are available!

Here’s how to make your own Elderberry Syrup:

Ingredients:

3 cups water

1/2 cup dried elderberries

1/2 tsp ground clove

1/3 tsp cinnamon

1 Tbs grated fresh ginger

3/4 cup raw honey

How to:

-Add water, elderberries, clove, cinnamon, and ginger into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil

-Simmer on the stove for 1 hour

-Remove from heat and mash the berries with a potato masher or any other flat utensil

-Let cool to room temperature

-Once at room temperature add in the raw honey

-Store syrup in a 16 ounce jar with a air-tight lid (I use mason jars)

-Store in the fridge for up to a month!

I take 1 Tbs every day for maintenance and if i’m feeling under the weather I take 1 Tbs every three hours

Let me know if you have any other questions about Elderberries and if you make this!

20 Ways to Live Well in 2020

Think about 5 things you are grateful for immediately after you wake up

Drink lemon water first thing in the morning

Let go of toxic people no matter how close you have been to them in the past

Take a probiotic

Don’t lose sight of your goals

Make personal development a priority

Sign off social media for at least 24 hours once a week

less screen time, more time in books

protect your eyes and get yourself some blue-blocking glasses

Drink a smoothie for breakfast every morning

Get rid of one thing each day that no longer serves you

Start a meditation practice, and do it daily!

Reflect weekly on your goals and stay the course

Make time for your girlfriends

Drink that second glass of wine

Go off dairy for 30 days

Start a new hobby for no other reason than it brings you joy

Drink at least 1/2 a gallon of water each day- I love this bottle to track your progress

Spend time journaling

Move your body EVERY day

Bathing suit found here: https://rstyle.me/+rhBSJ0wbECYBAOb5njDGoA