Healthy Chicks

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I like to share anything and everything I find fascinating on my blog with all of you, be it a recipe idea, a hot new workout, or an inspiring quote. That’s why when I came across a chance to win a free trip to Greece, I felt it was only fare to share it with you fine people.

The lovely people from FAGE yogurt are hosting a Greek Getaway contest on their site for the next few weeks, and I’m here to tell you the dirty little details.  Not to mention I am a huge fan of FAGE, as it contains 100% natural ingredients, no artificial crap, and packs on up to 23 grams of protein in a single serving!

Now the deets:

• First Class Round-trip Airfare
• Three nights in Athens with luxury accommodations at The Grand Resort Lagonissi, one of the leading hotels of the world
• Four nights in Crete with private accommodations at the Elounda Mare, traditional Cretan mansion turned award-winning hotel
• Exclusive tours through Athens, Crete and the FAGE Factory

Take a peak and enter for yourself here. I mean, how can you pass it down, really?… Read More!

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Every day should be a celebration in my opinion.

Scratch just birthdays, anniversaries and graduations.

Celebrate the life you are living.

Celebrate the gorgeous food on your plate that fuels & energizes your soul.

Celebrate crossing the line of your first 5k, your first half marathon, or your first triathlon.

Celebrate that first magical kiss.

Celebrate finally being able to reach flying crow pose in yoga.

Celebrate the first leaves changing colors, the first snowfall, the first flower blooming, and the first beach day.

Celebrate…life.

XoXo,

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Who said ladies’ day out has to include martinis and chick flicks?

This past Sunday, a good friend and I were way overdue for a girls’ day. You know, a solid day of gossip, chit-chat, excitement and fun. Typically, when you think of ladies’ night (or day) out, you think martinis, comfort food, and Sex and the City on repeat. But times have changed, my friend. A solid date with your lady friend no longer has to consist of eating your feelings away with a pint of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream and DVR.

In fact, ladies’ day out can, and should be, a way to catch up and have a productive, healthy day at the same time! So my friend and I planned our day accordingly, and hit the Charles River for a 4-mile walk and talk sesh. It didn’t even feel like exercise, and by the time we were done, both of us were fully caught up on each other’s crazy lives. We then skipped the nachos, and head over to Whole Foods for a hearty dinner. Um, have you seen their salad bar and hot buffet? Yum. We finished our perfect day with a little grocery shopping, … Read More!

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who knew 2 TB of these bad boys can aid with digestion, control cholesterol levels & give you a dose of heart-healthy Omega 3s?

Good afternoon ladies! Hope you’re all having a fabulous Friday, and are ready to embrace the weekend. I’m doing great, other than the fact that my body is extremely sore from the Core Fusion class I took last night. It’s a good pain however, you know the kind you get when you know you pushed yourself a little farther and really challenged your body. I did have to skip my morning long run this morning however, but I’m OK with it as I knew it was right for my body and didn’t want to force myself or risk getting injured.

Anyway, it’s Friday and you know what that means: time for Friday Favorites! Here’s what’s on my top list this week.

Flaxseed: I bought a bag of Bob’s Red Mill Whole Ground Flaxseed Meal the other day, and have been obsessing over it ever since. I’ve always been a fan of flax and know it works wonders for your diet, but I’ve been slacking on this miracle-worker lately. Did you know that just … Read More!

There’s nothing like taking your first trip to the apple orchards to bring fall in with a bang.

The smell of freshly baked apple cider donuts, warm and doughy on the inside, crispy on the outside.

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The taste of crisp Macintosh apples picked straight off the tree.

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The sound of leaves crunching as you wander around with your new fall boots and leggings.

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Pumpkins, apple butter, and cornstalks on sale.

Laughter. Happiness. True bliss.

Happy fall!

XoXo,

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The other day, my friend from work was kind enough to make me a green smoothie with Maca Powder in it for an extra zing. Maca what, you ask. If you’re like me you may have never heard of it, but let me tell you that you most definitely want to.

This powder is made special from a root vegetable grown in the mountains of Peru. Nutrient-packed with minerals, amino acids, vitamins and enzymes, this superfood also contains 55 helpful phytochemicals.

But that’s not all! Here are just a few other benefits of this miracle powder*

*from SuperFoodLiving.com

• Phytochemicals for increased energy levels & feeling of happiness
• packed 20 different fatty acids, along with various beneficial vitamins and minerals like B12 and Vitamin C
• Can improve your sex life (go libido!)
• known to improve fertility
• Contributes to the regulation of hormones
• Reduces some forms of stress, making for a happier, more positive day!
• Can help enhance the memory & improve general learning throughout the day
• Is said to reduce signs of aging, leaving the skin healthy, glowing and beautiful

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This afternoon, I got a message from a friend.

“Dear Healthy Chick,I need some suggestions for caffeine boosts to get me through my day. As you know, coffee is a NO but I find myself in a groggy mid-afternoon slump and need SOMETHING to keep me chugging through the day. I’ve been trying to force myself to drink diet soda but I’m not a big fan and would prefer something else. Is there anything you know that will help me? Thank you, -Trouble Staying Awake”

I think many of us can relate to this scenario, especially as young working business women. So here are my top 8 suggestions for you when it comes to staying awake, the au natural way.

1. Try taking B vitamins, which are great for energy especially in women. According to this article in Psychology Today, B vitamins can fight fatigue, irritability and lack of concentration. Might just be the key to afternoon slumps, after all!

2. Eat healthy protein/carb combo mini snacks throughout the day. I recommend keeping a variety of go-to snacks at your desk like raw almonds, apples, string cheese, and peanut butter for tasty pairings.

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