Holistic Wellness with Heart by Dr. Jenna Valentine
Vegetable juice is such an awesome way to get nutrients on the go.
And, it doesn’t have to taste terrible. I recently learned a new term “quaffable” which means ‘easy to drink’ and, while it is normally reserved for alcoholic beverages, I’m going to use it to describe the yummy juice I’ve been making.
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A friend and I spent a weekend at a wellness retreat that had caloric restriction as part of the structure. I definitely packed some extra clandestine healthy snacks, because your girl has a super fast metabolism and I am NOT trying to lose the small curves I actually have.
The caveat is that you have you drink it kind of quickly or things settle and get a bit gunky and gross.
Anyways, here is how you make it:
Brew a cup of tea of your choosing - I have been using a basic green tea at home.
Toss out the tea bag and add
a spoon full of MCT oil,
a spoon full of food grade bentonite clay,
and a spoonful of a protein powder of your choosing.
While at home I’m also adding a sprinkling of hemp or chia seeds.
Mix all the ingredients together and then pour into a blender
I got a little bullet blender that is the ideal size and feels so darn efficient that I can hardly stand it.
Blend together and drink this warm, healthy yumminess.
*The bentonite clay shouldn’t be used for a very long time as it is ‘grabby’ and could detox nutrients that your body needs. So, be sure to rotate this in and out of your routine.
Remember to get creative and listen to your body. Being healthy shouldn’t be yucky or boring.
Be well and have fun.
xo,
jenna
Many of you may have assumed I was talking about STD/STI testing here and, while that is super important to have done regularly, I’m actually referring to Food Sensitivity testing and Heavy Metals testing.
Even IF we are eating super healthy (and that is a very very big IF) our bodies still may not respond well to some of the ‘healthy’ foods. When the body dislikes a food it can respond with inflammation which, overtime can wreak havoc on your system.
Read moreI always tell my daughter that my super power is finding people that are better at me than things and then letting them shine. This power has guided me to the most badass group of friends who always seem to expose me to new ways to thrive. One such friend told me about MSW Lounge in Austin, TX. This hidden gem offers IV drips, chiropractic work, nutritional supplements, and so much more. The owners are a dynamic duo of kind, friendly and passionate men who are super pleasant to chat with and ooze competence.
The set up is funky and comfortable and you feel like you’re hanging out in someones professional back yard treehouse. They have a series of options to choose from and I opted for the immune-boosting IV drip which is a concoction of awesomeness to keep my body healthy — even more important during pandemic times. I chose a comfy couch and pulled out a book. The IV insertion was painless and the bag happily dripped nourishment into my veins as I read, relaxed and chatted with various other friendly clients.
There is no attempt to upsell clients and the overall vibe is a focus on community health and wellness. The owners offer weekly lunch & learn opportunities and are committed to educating the public on true holistic health options.
I’d recommend wearing an extra layer as I got a bit chilly towards the end, and be sure to not schedule yourself too tightly because the IV drip speed is dependent on your body. Mine took around 45 minutes give or take.
I felt incredibly relaxed for the remainder of the day, but also had plenty of energy and wasn’t even tempted to drink my forbidden -yet common- afternoon cup of coffee. Prevention is often harder to track, but my body felt fantastic and my brain felt clearer than normal. It was a very pleasant experience and I will be back for sure.
Definitely a GO THERE for self care!
xo,
Jenna