3 easy ways to lower your blood pressure
So what can I do?1. Get outside in nature!Plants can help you. Phytoncides, specifically, are plant derived essences that help the plant fight disease and since we have evolved harmoniously with trees, they help us fight disease too. "Phytoncides are antibacterial, they reduce stress fifty-three percent and lower blood pressure five to seven percent." - Florence Williams Visiting or live in the Asheville area? Come reduce stress and lower blood pressure with us on one of our guided Mindfulness Hikes 2. BreatheStudies have shown that having a regular breath-work practice can help to lower your blood pressure. Developing a meditation or breath-work routine is a great way to keep focus on your breath. As you develop this practice you will be more equipped to call on these routines in times of stress or anxiety. This will help you to minimize the amounts of high blood pressure spikes throughout stressful climates. 3. Eat wholesome foodsEating whole, plant based foods is one of our best defenses against hypertension and illness in general. Foods and habits that cause oxidative stress are meat, dairy, processed foods, certain oils, alcohol consumption, and environmental toxins such as smoke inhalation. When we provide our bodies with foods that are easy to digest and minimize the oxidative stress in our bodies, we are more equipped to handle the other stressors that happen in life. The best foods to combat oxidative stress and free radicals are non-synthetic antioxidant rich fruits and vegetables. Having a community that supports you and your wellness goals is a key to sustainable success. Leave any questions or comments below. We are here for you and want to help you on your journey! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more related topics, info on events, recipes and more!
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What does commitment mean to you? We've all made a lot of personal commitments in our lives but how many of those have we actually stuck to? There are probably a few commitments still lingering that we wish we would have followed through with, but haven't circled back around to quite yet. To keep a commitment, we need to do more than just say "I'm committed to...". While being able to name our commitment or goal is an important first step, it isn't the only piece to the puzzle. Some "haves" to consider when addressing new commitments
Looking for additional support committing to a healthy you? Our coaching lays out the groundwork for you to follow. We will help you stay committed to choosing YOU and your commitment to yourself first!
5 Easy Energy Builders We often hear people say that they wish they had more time in the day, and more energy to get through it. Many of us are experiencing burnout from overloading with caffeine and sugary energy drinks. We might find that the extra cup of coffee just doesn't affect us anymore and even leaves us more tired. Some of the most common reasons we experience fatigue are a lack of proper nutrition or hydration, inconsistent sleep patterns, adrenal fatigue, and overwhelm. We've been there and we hear you! Here are some healthy and sustainable energy boosters that will give you the energy you need to thrive!
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“Loss of completion signals emptiness, but let me tell you: depletion can be just the thing. You are using, have used up the old life, the old way. Now will rush in the energetic, the flexible, the unmistakable knowing.” - Alice Walker
This is how we can grow, and how we can heal. So, what can you do?Since our area of focus is health and wellness, we are going to talk about some steps you can take in this realm to work towards a better and more just health and wellness system for all.
Are you ready to make some changes?Our services are rooted in compassion for all beings. We implement a variety of healing modalities, but we always honor the body. We invite you to bring purpose to your healing, from the inside out, with us. Harmonize Your Health is a holistic wellness company whose mission is to introduce their community and clients to a variety of healing modalities that are aligned with respect for our bodies and this beautiful planet we live on. We specialize in connecting with others to help guide them on their healing journeys, particularly ailments that stem from the standard way of living in America. Our practice will open you up to new healing avenues and creative expressions in and out of the kitchen.
Our work doesn’t stop at our services. As two proud queer womxn advocating for social justice in the wellness space, we are constantly supporting other initiatives and seeking out ways to give back to the LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities. Harmonize Your Health is about supporting your health, social change and evolution.
What other habits and routines do you currently have?Brain fog and fatigue is a leading issue when it comes to body health and overall well being. There are many habits and things that we eat and do that can affect our bodies.
Is your diet balanced?In order to thrive following a plant based lifestyle, you must be conscious of the types of vitamins and minerals that are essential to brain function and overall body health. Here are a few tips...
Everyone's body is different...At the end of the day, we are all very different and process foods differently too. Each one of us is capable of thriving following a plant based lifestyle, so long as we tune into our bodies messaging system and adjust when certain foods and ingredients do not agree with our systems. Top plant based foods for healthy brain functionSources:
https://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-food/plant-based-foods-to-give-your-brain-a-boost/
How to make the most of your tofu experience
Work with us!We love teaching people the ins and outs of making the most out of a plant-based lifestyle! Know Your ImpactConsuming a plant-based diet is one of the best ways that you can positively affect the world around you. To find out more about what you eat and how it affects the planet check out this Climate Change Food Calculator! Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-46459714 http://www.bitesizevegan.org/vegan-health/soy-vs-beer-which-promotes-estrogen-more/#_edn6 http://e.hormone.tulane.edu/learning/phytoestrogens.html#:~:text=In%20general%2C%20phytoestrogens%20are%20weaker,2002a).&text=Exposure%20to%20phytoestrogens%20is%20mainly%20through%20diet. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/soy/
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1⁄2 cup sunflower seeds 1⁄4 cup shredded coconut (can remove if allergic) 1⁄4 cup pepitas 1 cup dates 1 t. Cinnamon 1 t. Vanilla 1 t. Coriander
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Maple Nut Bars
1⁄4 C. Walnuts 1⁄4 C. Sunflower seeds 1 1⁄2 Rolled oats 1⁄8 t. Himalayan salt 6 Pitted dates 2 T. Maple syrup 1 T. Coconut oil
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Raw Doughnut Holes
20 dates 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 Tbsp cinnamon Shredded coconut or hemp seeds for rolling
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We hope you enjoy these quick and easy recipes :-) Be sure to leave a comment if you try them!
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We love this dish because it's quick to prepare, and will yield 6 breakfast servings from one dish! Top it with nut butter and/or chia jam for even more nutrition.
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Our recipes are always 100% VEGAN, GLUTEN-FREE, ORGANIC & MADE WITH LOVE!
2 C. Oats 2 Apples 2 t. Cinnamon 2 t. Baking powder ¼ t. Himalayan salt ½ C. Unsweetened almond milk 1 Flax egg 1 t. Vanilla extract 1 T. Avocado or coconut oil
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- With a vegetable peeler, peel carrots lengthwise to make thick vegetable noodles.
- Chop pepper and onion into small chunks.
- In a saute pan, over med-high heat, saute onion and minced garlic for 5 minutes, then add in bell pepper and saute another 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat. Start cooking rice noodles according to instructions.
- In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine peanut butter, coconut aminos, garlic granules, onion granules, & ginger powder, adding in water until your desired dressing consistency is achieved.
- When noodles are almost done, add in carrot noodles to blanch.
- Once noodles are done, drain & rinse. Combine all ingredients into a large pot and incorporate.
- Serve with tofu, tempeh, or beans.
Note: Watch the Youtube to get the Bonus Brownie Batter Hummus Recipe!
A little more about the dish and us ;-)This truly is one of our favorite dishes to make and serve because 1.) It's super simple and 2.) The flavors dance around on your tongue like a peanut butter vegetable party!!! You can follow this recipe exactly, (because it's perfect) or if you love getting creative in your kitchen, feel free to explore adding in other vegetables. We love using kelp noodles in this dish... mushrooms, celery, eggplant, pineapple...whatever our hearts are calling us to add (or whatever fresh produce needs to be eaten first). Have fun with this recipe and let us know if you recreated it! |
Hey! Our names are Carrie and Cera! Together we are Harmonize Your Health, a plant-based holistic wellness duo! We do a lot of creating in the kitchen together and love teaching people how to create delicious meals that are good for you and the planet! To find out more about our current happenings, head on over to our Happenings Page! We do 1-on-1 health & wellness coaching based around our certification in Plant-Based Food, Nutrition and Health! |
P.s. We love you and you are ENOUGH!
Our bodies are sacred. They are literally the vessels in which we carry EVERYTHING. Our hopes, dreams, emotions, and health all reside in our human shaped container.
This makes it pretty important to be sure that anything we expose our bodies to should nurture and support all that we are.
We love hosting events, and one of our favorites to date was our Holistic Mixology class. We loved it so much that we wanted to share some pieces of it with you!
This makes it pretty important to be sure that anything we expose our bodies to should nurture and support all that we are.
We love hosting events, and one of our favorites to date was our Holistic Mixology class. We loved it so much that we wanted to share some pieces of it with you!
Holistic Mixology refers to combining ingredients that work synergistically to create delicious elixirs! We broke these ingredients into 3 groups:
- Essential Oils
- Herbs
- Superfoods
Essential Oils are an amazing way to harness the healing energy of plants. ***As with all ingredients you consume, you want to be certain that your essential oils are pure and from a sustainable source. After doing our research we believe that doTerra is the cleanest and more sustainable essential oil company on the market. However, don't just take it from us. We encourage you to do your research too! We love doTerra because they have specified oils that can be digested and used in food (you know we LOVE food around here) ** A few of our favorite essential oils to use in elixir creations....
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Just like essential oils, Dried & fresh herbs deliver a multitude of benefits including digestive support, immunity support, stress relief, pain relief, and organ health function. A few of our favorite fresh and dried herbs to create with include...
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Lastly, we always feel it's necessary to kick it up a notch by adding in some superfoods!
Not all foods are created equally!So here are a few questions to live by when you are purchasing supplements and superfoods:
Foods that are not grown ethically are sprayed with harmful pesticides and chemicals that disrupt our ability to digest foods. This causes an array of symptoms and can lead to many autoimmune diseases. However, the leading symptom is inflammation.
Cane sugar, sugar alcohols and food dyes are found in so many of the products on our shelves and can lead to many issues within the body. Harmful bacteria and toxins feed on sugar and pathogens. Consuming these ingredients create a breeding ground for harmful bacteria to thrive in your system while good bacteria suffer. |
Almost 3 years ago, Cera found a brand that is doing it SO right! After attending a convention held by Purium Health Products, she wanted to be part of their mission!
Below you will find the recipe to one of our favorite elixirs from our holistic mixology class and a $50 gift card for you to use towards any of our superfood supplements, including the White American Ginseng Extract in this elixir.
Below you will find the recipe to one of our favorite elixirs from our holistic mixology class and a $50 gift card for you to use towards any of our superfood supplements, including the White American Ginseng Extract in this elixir.