If you’re on a quest to live your best life, you’ve come to the right place. When you believe in yourself, set goals smartly, and stay healthy and strong, you’re capable of achieving anything! You can do it, and Live the Wonderful is here to support you along the way.
Food is a powerful natural medicine for the body, and this is one of my favourite simple recipes to illustrate that. Introducing my Power Morning Lemon Turmeric Drink to kickstart your day with health and zing! Jump straight to the recipe Why is this Morning Lemon Turmeric Drink so powerful? This potent morning drink contains 5 simple ingredients - hot water, fresh lemon, turmeric powder, pepper, and coconut oil.. All 5 of these ingredients...
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As you may know, I LOVE turmeric. But seriously… this golden spice has truly captured my heart for the long haul… I’ve been digging more into the subject, and realise that it’s important to understand the difference between turmeric and curcumin and to build more awareness around how to get the most benefit from it. Recently I met Sophie (above left), who has started her own natural curcumin supplement brand called Your...
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Oats breakfast was a staple growing up, and I'm sure that is partly why I grew up healthy and strong. My grandad is also someone who has eaten oats for breakfast almost every morning, and I'm sure this has something to do with why he is 96 years old and still around! Jump straight to the recipe Why Oats for breakfast? Oats is a whole grain. Whole grains contain all parts of the grain...
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Just to be clear up front, don't take these healthy eating habits as gospel. We are all unique and have our own needs. However, these are some of the eating habits that have helped me feel strong and healthy. And perhaps they can serve you well too. Check out the list below, and if inspired, perhaps try adding one of them to your healthy eating habits list. If you do, let...
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Practising mindfulness was not part of my world years ago. I was way too 'busy' and stressed out to even think about actually slowing down and smelling the flowers. Ain't no time for mindfulness, I've got way too much to do today! When I was younger, I even remember my friend turning to me and saying "You're just like the White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland. You're always in a rush"....
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Are there healthy habits that you're trying to build and it's just not working out? Perhaps you stick to your habit for a little while, but at some point you fall off the wagon and find it difficult to get back up again? I feel you, because I've been there. Especially when building my exercise habit. I fell on and off the wagon for years. But, no matter what healthy habits you're trying...
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This immune-boosting foods post contains Affiliate Links, which means I may get a commission when you purchase a product. Please note: There is no extra cost for you, and, I only recommend products a genuinely approve and love. One of the most important things we can do for our health and wellbeing is to protect our immune system. And while there are plenty of other tips to share, today I'm focusing...
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Many people put a lot of pressure on themselves to improve their health. They set big goals for themselves like never eat sugar again or lose 10 kg or exercise 5 days a week all year. Sound a little familiar? While it's great to be ambitious, setting big goals isn't always the right approach to achieving optimal and sustainable health. Often it's in taking small steps, one at a time, that can...
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Are you on a quest to live your happiest, healthiest life? Are you looking for more support in reaching your health and wellness goals? A Health Coach could be just what you need… I recently graduated as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. And, while I understand the immense value a Health Coach can offer, many people aren’t too familiar with what exactly a Health Coach is. And so, let’s start from the beginning… What is...
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Are you battling sugar cravings? Sick of feeling like you have no will power when it comes to sugar? It’s everywhere… Cookies, soft drinks, ice cream, chocolates, sweets… pulling at you like a magnet from all directions. You try and resist the urge, but eventually, give in and find your hand back in the cookie packet. And, after your sugar fix, you feel weak and frustrated. Why can’t I control myself? What’s wrong with...
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