Coconut Oil Fudge


COCONUT OIL FUDGE  

INGREDIENTS: (all organic if possible) 

1/4 cup coconut oil  
1/4 cup cocoa powder  
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 
Stevia to taste 
Pinch of sea salt 
Optional: 2 drops peppermint essential oil  

DIRECTIONS:  

  1. Measure 1/4 cup of coconut oil and scoop it out into a mixing bowl. Whip the coconut oil with a stand or hand mixer until it’s light and fluffy. Note: If your coconut oil is room temperature and already liquid you can skip this step. 
  1. Mix the whipped coconut oil, cocoa powder, vanilla and salt together. Slowly add stevia.  Mix in 2 drops of peppermint essential oil if using. 
  2. Pour fudge into a 9×5 inch pan (this is a bread size pan). Spread fudge evenly cover the pan with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate until fudge is set and hard, about 4 hours.  




Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



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Sugar High





After all these classes I've been giving on sweets and sugar I spotted this! I want to point out just because something is organic or at the natural health food store does NOT mean it is necessarily good for you. This hot cocoa boasts a whopping 14 grams of sugar per serving! That is equal to 3.5 teaspoons of sugar.  The first ingredient on the food label is cane sugar.  Something to take note of this winter when you are looking for a hot beverage to warm you up!! Try my Paleo Hot Chocolate Recipe.
If you would like to learn more please contact me to schedule a grocery store tour at the local store where you shop! Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com or 712.790.5883
Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



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G is for Ginger (Bread)


PALEO GINGERBREAD CHIA PUDDING (Serves 2-4)  

INGREDIENTS: (all organic if possible)  

1/2 cup full-fat canned coconut milk 
2 tsp maple syrup 
1 tsp molasses 
1 tsp pure vanilla extract 
1/2 tsp ginger 
1/2 tsp cinnamon 
1/4 tsp cloves 
1/4 cup chia seeds 

DIRECTIONS:  

Mix all ingredients together except the chia seeds. Stir in the chia seed. Pour into small glass containers. I used four 4 oz. mason jars. Cover and place in fridge overnight. 

Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



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Feel Good

"Feeling good is feeling God!" When you are high on life know God is living and working through you! When I am helping and impacting people is when I'm the happiest! What about you? 


Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



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Staples for SAD













A few of my winter staples to prevent Seasonal Affective Disorder. (SAD)

Liquid vitamin D3 vegan spray and liquid fish oil! 

 It’s been estimated that as many as 20 percent of Americans are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) each winter, suffering from the blues, fatigue, and in some cases, more serious depression as sunlight grows scarce.

Vitamin D receptors appear in a wide variety of brain tissue, and activated vitamin D receptors increase nerve growth in your brain. It’s important for all-around brain function and mental health. I take 5,000 IU's per day. (Be sure to get your levels checked to see if you need a mega-dose from the doctor if yours is depleted.)

Fish oil is high in omega-3 fatty acids. Recent studies suggest that omega-3 fatty acids may be helpful in maintaining a healthy emotional balance. Try taking a combined total of 1,000 – 2,000 mg of EPA and DHA, the essential fatty acids found within fish oil, per day for mild depression. DHA is found in nerve and brain tissue.



CLICK HERE to order and get a $5 off coupon code!



Source: www.mercola.com


Copyright, 2016, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
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