Why Intuition Is Key In Helping To Heal Chronic Illness

If I could jump in a time machine and travel back to 2006, there is one thing I would tell my current self, “NEVER, even for one moment, stop listening to your intuition!” Lucky for me during my long journey to healing from two autoimmune conditions, that voice was louder more often than not. Thank goodness for my health, I decided to tune into that little voice. Without a doubt, I believe that listening to my intuition is what led me down the most incredible path I have ever been down. Not only was I able to heal, but I also discovered my life’s passion and purpose. Trust me! I know that it can be easy to ignore your intuition. I am here to tell you that the little voice or feeling deep from within is an important messenger that will lead you exactly where you need to go. All you have to do is listen! If you aren’t quite convinced, let the research do that talking! Researchers at Leeds say these feelings, or intuitions, are real, and we should take our hunches seriously. Article continued HERE on The Institute of Transformational Nutrition Blog. In Love, Health + Gratitude! – Katie

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5 Ways To Use Your Struggle To Find Your Purpose

What if I told you your greatest struggle could be the best thing that ever happens to you? It could even help to reveal your life’s purpose. Well, guess what? That is exactly what happened to me. Struggles are an inevitable part of human existence. (We gotta take the good with the bad!) It won’t look the same for everyone, but there is certainty that you will struggle with something in your lifetime. Whether it is related to health, money, relationships or a million other things, you WILL cross paths with struggle at some point. I personally think that struggle gets a bad rap. Here’s what I have found through my own personal experience: Struggle can be one of the greatest gifts we will ever receive! Article continued HERE on The Institute of Transformational Nutrition Blog. In Love, Health + Gratitude! – Katie

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Simple & Delish Golden Milk Recipe (Dairy-Free)

One of my favorite parts about traveling is trying new foods and learning about the history of how they came to be! I have been to India many times, and it truly is a magical place. The energy on the streets, the splashes of color everywhere you look, and the beautifully diverse cuisine is incredible. Golden milk may seem like a somewhat recent trend in the United States, but did you know that it has been a staple in India for a long time? The reason it’s been used in the Indian culture for centuries is because of the main ingredient, turmeric. Article continued HERE on The Institute of Transformational Nutrition Blog. In Love, Health + Gratitude! – Katie

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Matcha Health Benefits & Delicious Matcha Latte Recipe

One serving of matcha green tea is the nutritional equivalent of 10 cups of regularly brewed green tea! Yep, you heard that right! I don’t know about you, but I love when I can get some serious nutrient bang for my buck, which is reason 101 why I love matcha! So, what exactly is Matcha? Matcha is finely ground young tea leaves. The plants used to create matcha are shade grown, which increases their chlorophyll levels — hence its bright green color. So, what makes it so much more powerful than standard green tea aside from the fact that hipsters love it? The difference is all in the preparation! Article continued HERE on The Institute Of Transformational Nutrition Blog. In Love, Health + Gratitude! – Katie

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10 Steps To Declutter Your Space & Mind

Organization and tidiness have never been my friends. NEVER! Can anyone else relate? I don’t know what it is! I have struggled almost my entire life to keep my room in order. For some reason, things always end up finding a home everywhere except for where they actually belong. The struggle is real, my friends! I believe some people have an innate skill when it comes to organization and tidying up. A perfect example is my husband! He can clean the kitchen and have it sparkling in no time and can organize a messy space like no one I have ever met. The good news is that even if organizing and keeping things tidy is not a natural skill, there are things you can do to keep your space clean and organized without making it feel like a huge task. The key is to make tidying up a daily habit, so you don’t find yourself under a pile of clothes or a stack of papers! Article continued HERE on The Institute of Transformational Nutrition Blog. In Love, Health + Gratitude! – Katie

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10 Indoor Plants To Improve Health and Wellness

Did you know that plants are not only beautiful to look at, but they are good for our bodies, minds, and overall well-being too? Best of all, plants are an easy, inexpensive way to spruce up any indoor space! Now tell me, who doesn’t love a beautifully feng shuied space? Research done by NASA found that plants remove toxins from the air! In fact, they found that within just 24-hours, plants can remove 87 percent of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) like formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene — that’s huge! Plants are not just for your home! Placing a beautiful plant (or five in my case) on your desk or in your workspace can boost engagement and concentration. A study found that employees were 15 percent more productive when they worked in a “green” office — not to mention, plants make people happy. Being a #crazyplantlady comes with benefits! With all their health benefits, it’s no wonder that house plants have become one of the biggest trends of 2019! Whether you are currently surrounded by plants or are trying to decide on the plant that is right for you, read on to learn about my top 10 favorite indoor plants and why I love them! Article continued HERE  on The Institute of Transformational Nutrition Blog. In Love, Health +Gratitude! – Katie  

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5 Things I Learned By Sitting In Silence

I sat in silence for thirty hours last month, and I have to say I LOVED it! What if I told you that your life could be transformed just by sitting in silence for one hour each day? Does the thought of silence make you feel scared, stressed, or bored? Or, maybe a combo of all three? I hear ya loud and clear, friend! I’ll be honest — these were my initial thoughts until I tried it for myself. For someone who is a major busy body, like me, slowing down can be hard. (Really hard!) Even early in the morning, when much of the world is still asleep, I am focused on getting in my workout or jumping right into my emails. Until I fully practiced silence, I was in constant go mode. Article Continued HERE over on The Institute Of Transformational Nutrition Blog. In Love, Health and Gratitude! – Katie

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Why I Consume Bone Broth Everyday and My 10 Favorite Ways To Enjoy It

I have to admit it took some time for me to get into bone broth. There was something about it that turned me off but once I finally made the commitment to have a cup a day I was hooked. Now, barely a day goes by where I don’t consume bone broth. And, H asks for it a few mornings a week so he is hooked too! Bone broth is not only amazing for adults but an excellent choice for kids especially before they head off to school. If you are a bone broth newbie and reluctant to try it like I was I’m hoping after reading this you will have more information on why bone broth is amazing and some fun ways to use to keep things exciting. Let’s first talk a little bit about the history of bone broth. While on my long healing journey the one thing I kept coming back to was the fact that there is so much knowledge from the people and cultures who came before us. In modern society, we are always looking for the next best thing or an easy fix but the reality is if we look at the way people did things or used things in the past we might just learn something. Bone Broth is a perfect example of this. Bone broth has been used in many cultures not only for consumption but as a remedy prescribed by doctors since the start of Chinese Medicine. It was prescribed to nourish the kidneys, support Qi and to help with building the blood. And you have probably heard one of the most famous quotes from Hippocrates which is, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”. It is said he recommended it to those with digestive issues.SourceSource Today we know nutrient dense bone broth is filled with vitamins and minerals and assists in good gut health (click here for a great article to learn more about this). Is is also amazing for joint, skin and hair health, reduces inflammation, aids in restful sleep and can even help with weight loss.Source Modern society has allowed us the ability and convenience to learn from our ancestors and get back to the basics. We have stoves and pots and access to quality bones so it’s pretty simple to whip up a batch of bone broth over the weekend for the week ahead.…

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Health Storylines Challenge Twenty-Two (The Small Things)

Ready for Challenge Twenty-Two? Happy New Year!  It’s 2019 and this year is going to be the best ever.  I can feel it!  How about you?  Are you feeling excited about what is ahead in 2019?  I have some major things I want to accomplish this year but in addition to the big things, there are small things too.  Sometimes we don’t even think about the small things and spend all our time focusing on big goals missing the fact that small goals lead to major impact over time.  It’s the small things that matter most right? Last months challenge was about starting now.  Not waiting until today Jan 1, 2019.  I’m hoping you joined me and started to tackle one of the new years goals you identified.  If you did join me and still have the list where you jotted down everything you wanted to accomplish in 2019 identify one of the smaller goals and that is what I want you to focus on this month (if you did not join me you can find the challenge here).  For me, it’s to dedicate one or two uninterrupted hours with H each day.  I spend lots of time with him but many times I feel like it is interrupted by work, cooking dinner, doing laundry etc.  It’s hard to find a solid one or two hours where I am not running off for a few minutes to take care of something else.  This small thing will have a major impact over time for both for H and me. It can be easy to identify a goal but how you actually go about accomplishing it is the hard part.  Below I am sharing an example based on my small goal of wanting to spend more uninterrupted time with H each day.  Write down your goal and then answer the below question.  Come up and write down a few simple things that will help you achieve the goal.  This really helps break it down to an achievable level. Goal: To Spend One Or  Two Hours Of Uninterrupted Time With H Each Day Question: What things can I do that will help me accomplish this? Waiting to cook dinner until later in the evening and immediately spending the first hour together when H gets home from school. Head upstairs an hour before bedtime to play in H’s room. Spend 30 min getting house…

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Healthy Storylines Challenge Twenty-One (Start Now!)

Ready for Challenge Twenty-One? How is it that we are already in the last month of 2018?  It has been an amazing year, but I am not sure I know where it went?  Time really does fly!  As we approach the new year I always do a lot of self-reflection.  I think about all the things I accomplished over the last year.  Both big and small.  Sometimes we get so busy in our day to day that we do not take the time to celebrate our wins.  This previous week I was thinking about the coming year, goals I want to set for myself and the impact I want to make on others’ lives and it dawned on me.  Start now!  We have 31 amazing days before we kiss 2018 goodbye and there is so much we can do and make happen in 31 days! Instead of waiting for an entire month to start your new year’s goals, habits, resolutions or whatever you like to call them start now!  By starting now, you will be motivated to continue into 2019.  So, this month’s challenge is all about setting and starting your new year’s goals now.  If you want to start eating healthier in 2019 start now!  If you want to start working out, start now!  If you want to get more consistent sleep, start now!  If you want to dedicate more time to your kids, start now!  You get the idea. Take some time today or tomorrow and jot down what you want to accomplish in 2019 and then set an intention around it.  Answer the following questions for each goal. Why are you setting this particular goal? What will it bring to your life if you accomplish it? How will you feel once you accomplish it? Then, get started!  Start now and on January 1 you will have made massive progress.  Instead of setting new goals you will be able to celebrate all you accomplished the last 31 days and continue strong into 2019! Ready, Set, Go…. Challenge Time The first step is to set up your free account at Healthstorylines.com if you have not already. Simply click here to register for your free account. Challenge Twenty-One Instructions: 1. Set your new years goals now.  Follow the instructions below and answer the three questions provided then get started! 2. In the journal section of the Health Storylines app record your…

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