Fall is coming...

Now that fall is officially here, you've probably already noticed people sniffling or appearing a bit less cheery than they did throughout the summer. And though the season is undeniably beautiful, it does require a bit more of an effort to keep yourself healthy and happy. With the changing season, now is the perfect time to boost your immune system. Here are a few tips to boost your immune system and your spirits!

1.     Buy foods in season and eat you Fall colors- Fall foods are vibrant, colorful and nourishing. One rule of thumb is that the more colorful the fruit, the better it is for your health and your immune system.Some of  best natural immune-boosters are: to drink plenty of fresh water, eat plenty of raw foods, garlic, lysine, probiotics, Vitamins B, C and D.

2.     Exercise in the Season- this is the perfect time of year for those longer hikes or bike rides that were a little too much in the hot summer months.

3.     Pamper Yourself- Get a massage or a facial. Changes in humidity and temperatures can drastically affect your skin’s balance and sleeping patterns.We advise keeping your skin hydrated, especially on areas of the body that tend to get drier, like elbows and feet. Get a facial for your skin type. Don’t wait until winter when it may be too late to prepare your skin for harsher temperatures. A massage can relieve pain and stiffness as the weather changes, build up your immune system, and a 1 hour massage can equal 4 hours of sleep.  

FALL FACIAL SPECIAL! Call for more details!

September News & Events

Saturday Sept 8^th- Heroes in Health Bike Rid @ Lincoln Park 9-12

Thursday Sept 13^th- Last Downtown Farmer’s Market and the Men in Heels Race

Fri Sept 14^th- Movies in the Park “The Greatest Showman” @Lincoln Park

Thurs Sept 27^th- True Cellular Detox Presentation @ 5:30 in our Office

Recipe of the Month

Paleo & Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte

This paleo and keto pumpkin spice latte is pure fall in a mug! Prep a large batch-to-go for the week and feel free to 'bulletproof' it with MCT oil and grass-fed butter.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix
• 1-2 tablespoons golden erythritol or sweetener of choice, to taste*
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 240 ml almond milk
• 1 tablespoon full-fat coconut milk
• 2 shots espresso

To garnish:

• homemade whipped cream
• pumpkin spice mix

Follow the link to the recipe for all nutritional information

https://www.gnom-gnom.com/keto-pumpkin-spice-latte/

Instructions

1. Please see video for deets 'n tricks!
2. Heat up pumpkin puree with pumpkin pie spice in a small saucepan over medium/low heat. Stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes, until fragrant and cooked.
3. Stir in sweetener of choice, mixing until just combined. Pour in milk, and simmer until warm. Watch carefully that it doesn't boil over! Remove from heat.
4. Add in vanilla extract and whisk until light and frothy, 30 seconds to a minute. The pumpkin spice mix can be refrigerated for 4-5 days at this point (so feel free to whip up a large batch for the week!). 
5. Pour espresso or coffee in a mug, and add the pumpkin spiced milk. For a bulletproof version, you can alternatively add in some MCT and/or grass-fed butter at the end and blend it all with an immersion blender. Top with whipped cream and a touch of pumpkin pie spice.

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