Just a little chocolate . . .

a nutritionist's view on eating for balance, wellness and happiness

Archive for June, 2010

Uncategorized &eating more vegetables&fruit &healthy eating franziska | 30 Jun 2010

Getting Back on Track!

I am on the mend and feel great today! I took an amazing yoga class last night at Qi and then another yoga sculpt (power yoga with weights) this morning at 6 am. I am already sore! Last night I got home and made an amazing salad with fresh spinach, arugula and basil from the garden [...]

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Uncategorized franziska | 29 Jun 2010

Taking it Easy . . .

I have been feeling a little under the weather so my eating has been a little out of whack. I always crave soups when I am not feeling well but do not like a lot of caned soup and I have not been up for making home-made soup but luckily there is Udi’s bread café [...]

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health tips &takes practice &workouts franziska | 28 Jun 2010

Stay Hydrated!!!

Summertime is officially underway and I know many places are HOT! Remember to hydrate! Being properly hydrated is crucial for your immune system and metabolism. It sound very simple but just focusing on drinking lots of water will help you recharge, feel more balanced, give you energy, help cravings, help your skin, give you mental [...]

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eating out &expectations franziska | 25 Jun 2010

Love Fridays . . .

I was thinking as I lay in bed this morning how much I love Fridays. I guess everyone loves Fridays and I especially love them because its may day to work on my blog, my business and my long list of to-dos.I like having a to-do list and really like when I get  to cross everything off [...]

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Uncategorized &eating more vegetables&fruit &favorite food items franziska | 24 Jun 2010

Garden Fresh Salad!

I am very proud  to announce that I had the first salad from my garden! We have a small home garden and are growing spinach, arugula, cabbage, peppers, sugar snap peas, tomatoes, chives, oregano, basil, and tarragon. Colorado’s growing season is not very long and we start our garden from seeds so right now we [...]

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healthy recipes franziska | 23 Jun 2010

Summer Desserts – Fruit Oatmeal Crisp

I love to bake but do not do it often since a household of 2 can only eat so much!  I like to find recipes that I can modify to make healthier and ones that let the ingredients really take the spotlight instead of just loads of sugar.  Summer is a perfect time to bake [...]

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eating more vegetables&fruit &healthy eating franziska | 22 Jun 2010

Evening Snacking

Do You Like to Snack While Making Dinner? I know a lot of us get a bit hungry or just like to much while making dinner and tend to eat a lot of handfuls of this and that. For one, those calories can add up and two, we often grab for foods that may not [...]

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Uncategorized &healthy recipes franziska | 21 Jun 2010

Ojai Weekend

I took a couple days off after my workshop in LA and celebrated my Nana’s 87th birthday and simply had a wonderful weekend with my mom, aunt, and Nana . One night my mom made a delicious and easy fish and Swiss chard recipe – all in 1 pan. So simple – One pan Mahi Mahi [...]

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Uncategorized &healthy snacks franziska | 17 Jun 2010

Healthy Eating for Busy Professionals Workshop

I am in California – it is sunny and supposed to be around 80 today – oh yeah . After last weekend in Colorado where we had socked in rain and 50 degree weather Friday, Saturday, Sunday and part of Monday I was ready for some blue skies!  Yesterday I had my presentation at a [...]

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health tips &healthy eating franziska | 15 Jun 2010

Getting Ready for Vacation or a Special Event?

I had a friend yesterday ask me about healthy tips to look and feel great for an upcoming event (5 days away). I am not going to tell anyone to stop eating or only drink lemon water – don’t worry! These are simple tips that help you battle any bloating and help your body feel [...]

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