Holistic Programs

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A blog for natural and holistic living
by Sara Ouellette
Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Fitness Consultant
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Tropical Pineapple - Mango Smoothie

Written by Sara Ouellette, CNP, RNCP Saturday 28 May 2011

  This flavorful and smooth drink combines three of the most nourishing tropical fruits to refresh and brighten up your day! There is nothing better than the goodness of liquified, ripe and juicy fruits to offer optimal digestion and absorption of nutrients.      Ingredients: 1 ripe mango, diced 1 heaping cup fresh pineapple, diced 1/2 banana, peeled (optional) &frac...

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Super Salad Vinaigrette

Written by Sara Ouellette, CNP, RNCP Monday 23 May 2011

  It's easy to make your own vinaigrette to drizzle over raw leafy greens, pasta salad, steamed vegetables and anything you can imagine!  Try this nutritious olive oil and vinegar based vinaigrette on your next salad.       Ingredients: 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar 2 teaspoons onion, very finely minced 3 garlic gloves, very fin...

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Crunchy Kale Chips

Written by Sara Ouellette, CNP, RNCP Monday 23 May 2011

  Light and crunchy "chips" that are super nutritious and guilt free!  A great alternative to those salty chip cravings!   Ingredients: 1 bunch of curly organic kale (green or purple) 1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Unrefined Sea salt   Directions: Pre-heat oven to 250 degrees. Remove the very tips of the kale stems. Rinse. Use a salad spinner or a clean kitchen to...

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Energy Drinks = Energy Scam

Written by Sara Ouellette, CNP, RNCP Thursday 19 May 2011

Welcome my Guest Blogger today, Drew Nathan, founder of  Vibrant Life.  He is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist & Iridologist.  I'm sure we're all familiar with the ever-popular energy drinks: Red Bull, 5-Hour Energy, Monster, and Rockstar being the big four. Energy Drinks account for a whopping $350 million in sales in Canada alone and $9 billion worldwide in ...

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Superfood Warrior Shake

Written by Sara Ouellette, CNP, RNCP Wednesday 18 May 2011

  “Superfoods” in liquid form have become quite popular in the raw food world, and for a good reason.  You get a substantial amount of high energy foods, packed with vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, all broken down to a smooth consistency for easy and optimal absorption.  And of course, these come along with extreme health benefits!  Get ready to become a ...

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