When Whole30 makes your professional food writing experience even better

http://www.racked.com/2016/3/15/11219474/whole30-food-writer-eater

Take a look at this professional food writer's Whole30 experience and how it changed her relationship and understanding of food. 

Whole30 Celebration!

http://www.thepigpensa.com/

We can start off at The Pig Pen, 106 Pershing Ave. It's a kid and family friendly place to hang out. We can go from there. I coach the 5:30pm, so let's plan on meeting about 7p. It's St. Patti's day tomorrow so it might be nuts! Let's be safe and responsible. 

You did it!!!!

Time to celebrate! You all made it through and no one died. In fact, I'm super impressed by the results I've seen. A lot of you have completely transformed your life and bodies. As you can see, there is no magic pill or solution. It takes pure dedication and a whole new way of living. I hope you will find this new lifestyle a way of elevating yourself. Always use this method as a road map back to good health when things get crazy in life. So very proud of everyone! I'll see y'all tonight at 6:30pm Bear's Den. Bring your calendars and journals. We will plan our end of challenge celebration🎉.

Don't stop meal prepping!

http://whole30.com/2016/03/whole30-slow-cooker-recipes-part-three/

Try these Whole30 slow cooker recipes. Great for two or three days worth of meals. Speaking of... Don't stop prepping your food just because our challenge will be over soon. This should be the start or the continuation of a more consistent healthier lifestyle. It doesn't have to end here. Keep going!

Can organic farming really feed the world?

http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/organic-farming-can-feed-the-world-if-done-right-scientists-claim-9913651.html

What once was thought of as ideology, scientists are now researching and coming up with strong evidence organic farming could really change the world. It could even address major issues like climate change.

Professor John Reganold of Washington State University – goes on, “organic food and beverages” are now “a rapidly growing market segment in the global food industry”. Worldwide sales increased fivefold to US $72bn (£50bn) between 1999 and 2013, and are expected to double again by 2018. The practice is certified in 170 countries and the current US Agriculture Secretary, Tom Vilsack, describes it as “one of the fastest growing segments of American agriculture” driven by “growing consumer demand.”

"But it is climate change that may give organic farming the edge. As the new research underlines, “organically managed farms have frequently been shown to produce higher yields than their conventional counterparts” during droughts, because the manures they use retain moisture in the soil. And severely dry conditions “are expected to increase with climate change in many areas”."

More pancakes!

Another great healthy clean pancake recipe! Great for carb loading after an intense Saturday or Sunday morning WOD. 

http://nomnompaleo.com/post/9199871590/cinnamon-and-coconut-pancakes

Factors that influence food choices and how much control do we really have?

https://theconversation.com/hungry-food-choices-are-often-influenced-by-forces-out-of-your-control-46303

Please take some time to read the above article I found on the CrossFit Kids site. This is great insight to what is going on in our economy and how it markets and targets cheap palatable foods. Read up on the research on how this negatively affects our health.

ScienceDaily fun facts

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/03/160309202154.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fplants_animals%2Ffood+%28Food+News+--+ScienceDaily%29

Check out this article about ultra processed food making up more than half of all calories in US diet. Based on research,  90% of these calories contain added sugars contributing to epidemic obesity rates and diabetes. 

Eating from scratch and nature help us simplify our diet. Don't be fast, cheap, or easy. Remember, you are what you eat!

Favorite carbohydrate...

Sweet potatoes rock! They are my favorite nutrient dense carbohydrate. Especially, post workout. So many amazing recipes! Check out Whole30 recipes or even this site:

http://paleo.com.au/cooking-paleo-sweet-potatoes/

DIY Night tomorrow!

If you guys could bring some extra glass mason jars, bottles, and spray bottles that would be awesome! I want to make sure everyone has something to make! Also, if you have recently ordered an oil kit, bring it! Learn how to experiment and experience your essential oils.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a staple spice at my house! I put in my coffee and cook and bake with it all the time. Did you know cinnamon oil has even more benefits? It's a lot more potent and lots of medicinal properties too. It's very helpful in regulating blood sugar. It's a powerful antioxidant and helps support a healthy immune system. Cinnamon oil is also an aphrodisiac that can be diluted and mixed with fractionated coconut oil for a pleasant warm massage.

Healthy quick recipe to try!

2 sliced apples

1 tbsp coconut oil

1 drop doTERRA cinnamon oil

A few dashes of cinnamon spice

Sauté in pan on med-low heat until it smells amazing and apples are soft. Enjoy!

Eat ALL the grapefruit!

Did you know grapefruit does amazing things for your body inside and out? Grapefruit contains natural enzymes that work with your bodies digestive system and metabolism. Half a grapefruit with breakfast in the morning is a great way to start your day and ramp metabolism.

Grapefruit essential oil can be used to infuse water. Just like lemons, it acts as a natural detox for the body. It can also be used in natural cleaners and face products, such cleansers and exfoliants. Grapefruit has a clean uplifting smell to help brighten your day!

Next Tuesday night is our DIY night. This might be something you would want to create your own natural recipe for your home or body🌿🍊🍋.

The most important meal of the day!

Breakfast is my favorite! I could eat breakfast for every meal. I hope everyone is enjoying FarmHouse Delivery. The grapefruits that came in the large bushels are amazing! 

Also, thank you so much to everyone that came to the skin clinic last night! It was a hit! Everyone left with a special gift to experience. I will post some made recipes from the skin line I created. 

Next week will be DIY night back at Body Armor, Tuesday at 6:30pm. We should have our t-shirts and tanks by then.