Round 2! 

Did you miss out on Round 1?  Don’t feel bad, because we’ve got you covered!  It’s never to late to get yourself feeling great!  We are excited to announce we’ll be offering another round of our Spring Detox Program for those of you who missed out the first time.

Round 2 will be starting on June 10th!

Give Your Body a Break!

When? Start Date is June 10th, 2013

Where? Online!

Who is it for?

This is a gentle, simple and grounded program appropriate for most people.  It is allergy friendly and anti-inflammatory.  This detox is designed for all types of eaters including raw, vegetarian, paleo and primal.  This is a perfect detox for beginners too!


Why Detox?

Our bodies naturally detoxify everyday as part of a normal body process. Detoxification is one of the body’s most basic automatic functions of eliminating and neutralizing toxins through the colon, liver, kidneys, lungs, lymph and skin. Unfortunately today, with the pollution found in the air, water and food we eat, our bodies have a hard time keeping up. Our chemicalized diet with too much animal protein, processed foods and sugars, too much saturated and trans fats, too much caffeine and alcohol radically changes our internal ecosystem.

Body systems and organs that were once capable of cleaning out unwanted substances are now completely over-loaded to the point where toxic material remains inside our tissues. Our bodies try to protect us from dangerous substances by setting it aside, surrounding it with mucous and fat so that it will not cause an imbalance or trigger an immune response.  Can you believe that some people carry up to 15 extra pounds of waste?  Wow!

Detoxification through special cleansing diets and plant based whole foods is the best way to assist your body’s natural self-cleaning system. It is especially important for immune-compromised diseases like cancer, arthritis, diabetes, heart disease and chronic fatigue. However, even if your diet is good, a spring cleanse can revitalize your system and rid your body of harmful bacteria, viruses and parasites.

Do you experience any of the following signs of toxicity?

• Headaches
• Low energy or lack of vitality
• Food cravings or binges
• Constipation or digestive challenges
• Chronic Illness
• Eczema or other skin conditions
• Irritability or Moodiness
• Insomnia
• Bloating
• Dark circles under the eyes
• Chronic Yeast Infections
• Cancer or other degenerative disease
• Excess weight

What is it?

This detox is a 7 day guided program of eating clean, real, whole foods that will enable your body to take a break and  get back on track.  This program will kick start your metabolism, boost energy and immunity, shed unwanted weight, improve digestion, release toxins, and teach you how to create simple and easy meals for a lifetime.  You can participate from anywhere on your own time!

Your Spring Detox Includes:

• A Welcome Letter
• The Spring Detox Guide
• The Spring Recipe Packet
• The Spring Recipe Packet & Food Diary
• Your Post Detox a.k.a. For Life After Your Detox
• Shopping list & blank meal planner in Excel
• 16 Days of online support emails from me, Drew Matthews, your personal Coach, to make your detox easy peasy.
• An extensive, easy to follow recipe guide
• Access to a private Detox Party Facebook Forum

*We do not provide the food for this program.

All of the above is regularly 99.95!  Sign up today and get the End-of Season Discount of only $79.95!

If you feel like you could use some additional support, then you can add on a 30 minute or 60 minute one on one coaching session from the drop down box below. All coaching sessions are arranged individually via telephone, Skype or Facetime, and are available no matter where you are.  I will let you know when I have time available in my schedule for you to schedule a personal one-on-one session.

What do you say, how about we do this together?

Contact me to sign up:
Andrew Mathews CHHC
858-210-5094
Healthyyouwithdrew@gmail.com

It’s amazing how nature always gives us what we need at each specific time of the year and if we listen to our bodies, they too will tell us what we need.

In the Summer, you have more cooling foods like cucumbers, tomatoes, watermelon, even chilies make you sweat which is a way for your body to cool itself down.

In the Fall and winter we are given more root vegetables, hard squash, and things that we cook to warm us up and for meat eaters, you may eat more animal products as your body instinctively requests to put on more fat to keep you warm in the winter.

After the winter has passed, what happens?  The damp and warm weather of Spring bring more greens, grasses, berries and detoxifying foods. This is because, we’ve packed on extra fat to keep us warm in the Winter, fat holds toxins and since it’s getting warmer, we no longer require the fat and we never desire excess toxins as it is.  Dandelions are another detoxifying plant that never fails to pop up all over the place in the Spring time.  Most of us look at them as annoying weeds that you can never get rid of, but they are super good for you and have been known to detoxify and assist in killing cancer cells.  Dandelion greens are great to add to a salad or your favorite homemade juices. Find them at the Suzie’s Farm booth at you local Farmers Market along with many other goodies.

You cannot mess with Mother nature and our primal instincts, so listen to both and start your Spring Cleaning this month to push out the excess build up from the winter and start fresh, renewed and clear to take on the coming warmer months.

Three quarters of what we spend on health care in this country is spent on illness or disease that other wise could have been prevented through proper nutrition and lifestyle.  Think about that for a minute…that’s roughly 75%.  According to Andrew Weil, MD and founder father of Integrative Medicine, “We have a disease management system” in this country.  We abuse our bodies to the point that they become unbalanced and then we want to patch things up by taking a magic purple pill that acts indirectly in treating whatever we have.  In perfect health, we need to deal more preventatively than reactively.

Our health care system is getting so expensive that we spend double what even the next country spends on health care and we are much more sick.   In 2007, General Motors spent $1500 per car for health care, compared to $150 per car spent by Honda!  This is a serious drag on our economy as this is just a small drop of water in a huge ocean of unnecessary spending. Think about how much our economy would improve if we just took care of ourselves and worked preventatively.

We currently spend as much on health care every ten days than we did in the whole entire year in 1950 and we are sicker.  You would think that spending all that extra money, we would be the healthiest of nations, but we still rank number 37 in health quality of industrialized nations and we spend the most.  Since 1950, what we spend per capita on food has gone way down and what we spend on health care has gone way up…any correlation?  I would like to add that our food system has increasing made processed, refined food so cheap thanks to government subsidies that many families can’t even afford to buy whole foods like fruits and vegetables, because soda and junk food is way cheaper.  Have we really reached this point?  Hippocrates said a few thousand years ago, “Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine be thy food.” Naturally, he would build the world’s first hospital next to a field of watercress due to it’s medicinal benefits.

This leads me to my next point; “we need a self-care system not a health care system”. This was said by Joshua Rosenthal, founder of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and it could not be closer to the truth and more valid a point than now.  How we live and how we eat, greatly effect our body, mind and overall health.  Our body is an amazing organism and every second it is making hundreds of millions of changes within the cells.  If we take care of our body, it will take care of us and it is never too late to start doing this.  Our body will always heal itself if you give it half a chance. You know when you get a cut or a scrape; it heals in a day or two, right?  This works the same throughout the whole entire body, inside and out.

So let’s get out there and take charge of our own health, as no one else will do it for you!  WARNING: Side effects of this may be, longer life span, happiness, not getting sickness or disease and your life may very well be more enjoyable.

If you would like to start taking your health into your own hands and learning how to become more proactive and preventative with your health, contact me today and mention this post to receive a free 50 minute health history consultation.

Be Well,
Drew

Cha-cha-Chia! Remember the commercials back in the day for those chia pet mini planters?  Who would’ve thought that those little seeds that sprouted the tacky decorative sheep and Mr. T figurines were actually really good for you?

First off, chia seeds can hold 9 times their weight in water and you can see this by doing a little experiment…Add a few chia seeds to a few ounces of water and within 5-10 minutes you’ll notice how the seeds have formed a gel on their outer shell and the water has taken on a gel like consistency. Undoubtedly when you eat them, your body will stay hydrated for longer periods of time, as the chia seeds will retain water inside your system.

They are high in omega 3’s, which is a common deficiency in the average American’s diet.  They can help balance blood sugar and  they’re an excellent source of dietary fiber and are also a complete source of protein so they can help you sustain balanced energy levels throughout the day. Chia seeds are full of antioxidants and are a dieter’s dream as they keep you feeling full, so you have less desire to over-eat.  Chia seeds have a huge list of benefits and they are easy to work in to your daily diet.  They also contain magnesium, amino acids and a healthy assortment of minerals. They’re almost like tiny vitamins and so the list goes on…

Chia seeds are an amazing superfood with unbelievable benefits that you can enjoy on a daily basis and even pack away into your emergency kit as they store well for the long term.  You can add them to your fresh juices or smoothies, make a raw breakfast porage with your favorite milk, sweetener, cinnamon and chopped nuts or fruit.  Being a chocoholic, I enjoy them in some pudding…

Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
serves 2
1 ¼ cups almond milk or coconut milk
3 pitted dates or agave nectar to taste
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2-2 ½ Tablespoons raw cacao powder.  You can add more cocoa if you like it extra chocolaty.
¼ cup chia seeds

Place milk, dates, vanilla and cacao in blender and process until dates are pulverized.  A Vitamix does a great job with this.  If your blender leaves the dates too chunky, you can strain the mixture before adding it to the chia seeds. Pour chia seeds into a medium container and add milk mixture.  Stir immediately to combine otherwise you may end up with blobs of chia seeds.  Allow to sit on countertop and stir every 5 minutes.  After 15 minutes, it should have thickened. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.  It keeps in the fridge for as long as your almond or coconut milk would.  Add toppings like fresh fruit, goji berries, cocoa nibs, maca powder, hemp seed, coconut or chopped nuts.

Don’t be afraid to play around with this recipe and personalize it to your liking.

Chlorella is a water-grown algae that is high in chlorophyll which is a blood builder and nutrient that is essential to human health. Chlorella is a whole food that is rich in micronutrients such as vitamins, mineral, fatty acids, amino acids and many other beneficial compounds.  It supports immune function, improves digestion, can detoxify the liver and the body, improves brain and liver function, can accelerate healing processes and much more.  Evidence shows that Chlorella is effective at reducing symptoms of diabetes, most cancers, arthritis, AIDS, candida, liver cirrhosis, both viral and bacterial infections, anemia and can balance low blood sugar.

Chlorella is a green micro algae that has the highest content of chlorophyll or any other plant, which gives it it’s name.  It has remarkable abilities to remove alcohol, toxins, heavy metals and other poisons from the body, which leads me to the major selling point here…Next time you plan on a heavy night of drinking, consume about 4-6 grams of chlorella first and notice how you are virtually hangover-free the next day!

Chlorella has also been shown to improve immune function in patients undergoing radiation and/or chemotherapy.  It has anti-tumor effects while it’s remarkable body-regenerating qualities are hard at work, rebuilding good cells and white blood cells.

Chlorella is high in protein, so it can be great for vegetarians or those looking for alternative protein sources.  It causes the good bacteria in our guts to multiply and contains many essential digestive enzymes.  These both aid digestion and help the body to assimilate the nutrients from food.  The list of benefits go on.

How do I add it into my diet?  It is best to gradually add it in to allow your body to adapt to it.  When you buy it in powder form, you can add it to juices or smoothies or just mix it into some water.  You can also buy it in pill for which may be easier for those on the go.  Either way, if you can add it into your diet, it can be highly beneficial.  You should immediately notice improved digestion, increased energy and overall better health.

This is a time of year to reflect on things that we are thankful for and what better way to do it than by surrounding ourselves with friends and loved ones? In many countries and throughout history, eating is a ritual and it is when people come together to socialize, innovate, create and just be ourselves and not worry about what we didn’t finish on our to-do list.  It is truly when life’s greatest moments happen.

Notice how in many European countries, people spend hours at the table and we may ask ourselves, how do they get anything done? Well they are getting things done. They are getting a dose of their primary and secondary food all at one sitting.

You see, primary food is descibed as our relationships, spirituality, career and physical activity.  This comes before our secondary food also known as the food we put into our bodies. Primary food can most of the time be more important than our secondary food.  We could be eating the healthiest food known to man, but if we’re not in the right career or have exhausting relationships with others, our health with suffer drastically.

I think that as a country, we could use a little more primary food in our diets and it starts by getting back to the table.  It’s become so aparent that to be able to keep up with society, we must always be getting things done, but one day we will wake up and realize that in doing so, we have not actually lived our lives.

Living life starts by just slowing down and living in the moment.  Enjoy the sunset, the company of a loved one, show your children how to cook, get lost in nature for a few hours, stare a flower for 20 minutes and wonder where it came from, what it’s like to be that flower and notice how the sun hits it just so perfectly that it’s colors are impeccable.  Most importantly, sit down at the table and enjoy a meal even if it’s once a week.

So, if you’re holding off on doing something fun or activities that feed your soul because you have more things to get done on your list, I have a solution.  Stop, take a deep breath and realize whatever you don’t get done today will surely be waiting for you tomorrow or the next day.  But life is not guaranteed even form one day to the next.

We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving!  May you be surrounded by love, good times and delicious food wherever you are.

SUNDAY 11/18/12
8oz./16oz.
SPIEDIE MARINADE:                                           $7 / $11
-Our famous house made meat marinade.
-No preservatives.

BALSAMIC MARINADE:                                      $7 / $11
-Great for grilling artichokes and veggies.
-No preservatives

ORGANIC ROASTED SALSAS:                          $7.5      —–
HABANERO OR MILD
-No Preservatives

ORGANIC CORN TORTILLAS: Sm. Tortillas $6.5-Non-GMO, Lrg. Tortillas $7.5
-Pack of 6
-Hand made-No Preservatives

Ingredients:

4 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes or yams
2/3 cup red jalapeño jelly
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
About 3 tablespoons lime juice
Salt

Preparation:
1. Peel sweet potatoes and cut into 1-inch chunks. Divide chunks equally between 2 lightly oiled baking pans (each 10 by 15 in.); cover tightly with foil.
2. Bake in a 450° oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until sweet potatoes are tender when pierced, about 25 minutes longer; switch pan positions halfway through baking.
3. Meanwhile, put jelly in a 2-cup glass measure. Heat in a microwave oven at full power (100%) until softened, about 20 seconds. Add vinegar and stir until well blended.
4. Combine sweet potatoes in 1 pan. Pour jelly mixture evenly over potatoes and turn chunks with a spatula to coat evenly. Continue baking until jelly mixture thickens and sticks to sweet potatoes, about 10 minutes, turning chunks often to prevent scorching.
5. Pour into a wide bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro and add about 3 tablespoons lime juice and salt to taste.

Recipe courtesy of Sunset Magazine

This past Saturday we held our very first cooking class.  We had been looking forward to doing this for quite some time and finally after carefully planning all the details and organizing equipment and ingredients, the day was finally upon us!  Our only regret was that we forgot to take pictures of all the participants in action.  Oh well, we’ve made a note to get class pictures everytime from now on.  That being said, the class was an absolute blast for us and the students!  We had so much fun and it gave the participants a chance to get down and dirty and use some knives while experiencing real hands-on training. We are so thankful for the amazing group that we had and have much gratitude for their willingness to participate and learn new and exciting skills.

Since it went so well, we are excited to announce more dates for classes coming up in the next month.  Don’t worry about your skill level as everyone is welcome and more than capable of success!

Saturday 10/20
Time: Choose 1 of two classes: 10am or 2pm
Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours
Theme: “Grilled Veggies and Artichokes”.  Learn how to make grilled artichokes just the way we do them including making the marinade and dipping sauce and learn how to grill up some seasonal veggies you find at the Farmers Market or in your CSA box. All ingredients are included and are Organic when available.
Location: Paul Ecke School Garden, Encinitas
Price: $50 per person

Saturday 11/3
Time: Choose 1 of two classes: 10am or 2pm
Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours
Theme: “Seasonal Quinoa Salad and Veggie Cakes”.  Learn how to make two delicious dishes with ingredients you can find right at the Farmers Market or in your CSA box. Learn how you can make these same recipes throughout the year using different ingredients as the seasons change. All ingredients are included and are Organic when available.
Location: Paul Ecke School Garden, Encinitas
Price: $50 per person

Saturday 11/17
Time: Choose 1 of two classes: 10am or 2pm
Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours
Theme: TBA
Location: Paul Ecke School Garden, Encinitas
Price: $50 per person

Sign up today to reserve your spot as these classes are small and will fill up quickly. These are hands-on cooking classes where you are able to participate in cooking and preparation. Live demonstrations will be offered along with healthy living, cooking and shopping tips.  We will also include copies of all recipes.  All ingredients neccesary to complete recipes will be provided for each participant and there will be food to eat and leftovers to take home and share with others after the class is done.

Looking for a little extra energy in your daily, hectic life or just want to feel good?  Try these simple tips that are easy to work in and you will see the results immediately and the benefits will be lasting.

1.EXERCISE
Even small amounts of physical activity can improve mood, control weight, boost energy, fight disease, promote sleep and much more.  If anything take a nice 20 minute brisk walk when you’re on your lunch break, because that does count as exercise!  It can be fun too…Think hiking or walks on the beach to change up the scenery a bit and keep it fresh.

2.EAT WHOLE UNPROCESSED FOODS
If it has more than one ingredient listed on the package, it is processed.  Try to look for shorter ingredient lists and don’t buy things with ingredients you can’t even pronounce.  That is a usually a dead give away for something that is chemicallized or inorganic preservative.

Go for more plant based foods like fruits and veggies and eat raw when possible as all the micro-nutrients and enzymes have not been damaged due to the cooking process.Always go for Organic so you’re not getting the pesticides and you end up getting more trace minerals from your food.  Pesticides are for killing bugs.  We are much larger than bugs, so they might not kill us right away, but they eventually will over time and make us sick in the process.

3.GET ADEQUATE SLEEP
Getting the right amount of sleep will ensure that your body and mind can function better on all levels.  Try scaling back on the caffeine during the day and add in some meditation and/or breathing exercises.

4.REDUCE STRESS
Ever heard the saying “stress will kill you”?  Stress can weaken your immune system and over time increase your risk of sickness and disease.  The average person has any where from 60,000-80,000 thoughts going through their head each day.  Even just 10-15 minutes of meditation per day is a great way to unwind and clear your head.

5.DRINK WATER
Our bodies are composed of 80% water and many common problems can arise from not getting enough water, so the next time you get a head ache, maybe your body is telling you something.

Before reaching for that cup of coffee or soda, pause and drink a glass of water and then see if you still want the other drink.  When we take caffeine, which is a drug, our bodies have to borrow the energy from somewhere else and just like a loan from the bank, we must eventually pay it back.  When we take care of our bodies, they will take care of us.  Remember, the body is remarkable and will heal itself when given half a chance.

Want to find out more ways to improve your health, wellness and increase vitality?  I would like to invite you to a free 50 minute health consultation where it’s all about you and I will show you how I support you step by step in acheiving your goals.  www.HealthyYouWithDrew.com