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Hi, y’all!

How are ya? Anxious to find out who won the NuNaturals giveaway, I’m sure!

But first, I’d like to say I’m thrilled you all loved my idea about freezing bananas for future use (I’ve done that for years!). Glad my tip helped you out.

And it was fun to share with you that yoga + oats makes me a happy girl. That hip opening DVD Stacy McCarthy sent me was quite the workout, too!

Oh, have you by chance made my PF NuttZo smoothie yet? It’s DELISH!

I know, I know… You want me to hush with the food and yoga talk and get on to the four winners of the NuNaturals Stevia Giveaway, huh?

Okay, I will.

A huge thank-you to NuNaturals for being so generous – with me and all my fantabulous readers!

And thanks SO much to those of you who read my blog and took the time to enter the contest. It’s a joy to host them so I’m thrilled you all still like to enter them.

I used random.org to choose the winners (the Integer Generator) so the winners were randomly chosen – and I love that site because it makes choosing winners easy and fair.

Here are the winners!

24 = JC

91 = Donna B.

74 = Jamie

9 = Tami Jo Eaton

You will each be receiving an email from me. Enjoy your sweet wins!

Again, thanks so much to NuNaturals and my readers for making this giveaway such a fun success!

Stay tuned… in the coming weeks you’ll be reading in-depth reviews of awesome products, have the chance to win some of those awesome products, and learn more about me, too!

And don’t forget about the SPECIAL BONUS :

www.NuNaturals.com  has been very gracious and generous and have offered an amazing deal for HWJ readers.

Check out this AWESOME tidbit of info, folks:

Message from NuNaturals: “This offer to your readers EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, ENDS SEPTEMBER 30, 2011.”

Receive a SPECIAL DISCOUNT of 15% on your TOTAL ORDER by entering this CODE : 

BLG930

And by ordering from www.nunaturals.com, you’ll ALSO receive FREE SHIPPING (in the Continental U.S.) on all orders totaling $35.00 and over, AFTER this special discount.

“This offer is EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, ENDS SEPTEMBER 30, 2011.”

FREE SAMPLES!

Get your FREE SAMPLES of NuStevia Packets! Just send a SELF-ADDRESSED, STAMPED #10 envelope to the following address:

NuNaturals, Inc.

2220 West 2nd Ave. #1

Eugene, OR 97402

Hi, y’all!

How’ve ya been?

I know some of you may already do this but I thought I’d share one of my tips with you: freezing bananas.

Bananas are yummy – but they don’t last long! If you don’t gobble ‘em up quickly, they will get all dark and mushy. Lots of folks from the old days (and I’m sure these days, too!) consider those old, blackened bananas the best-ever for baking old-fashioned banana bread or muffins.

Some of you may throw those old bananas away.

I try to eat or freeze my bananas before they get in bad shape – ‘cause I hate to waste food!

It’s easy and doesn’t take long to freeze your bananas for future use.

Just slice or break into chunks.

Lay flat, not touching, in bags or containers.

Store in the freezer ’till ya need ‘em!

This way, you’ll have pretty bananas when you need ‘em for smoothies or some other goodness. They’re also great to just nibble on as-is!

Have you ever frozen your bananas? Do you eat them too fast? Do they ruin on you? Will you be taking advantage of this tip? Do tell!

And…

Don’t forget to enter my SWEET GIVEAWAY!!!!

There will be FOUR winners!!!

Hi, y’all!

As I promised myself – and y’all – I’m getting back to healthy eating and my yoga practice.

My first morning back to yoga practice was spent with Stacy McCarthy and it was AMAZING!

I tried out one of her new DVD’s: Yoga Body: Hip Opening Flow – which I LOVE.

But you can read all about that HERE.

On to the oats, right?! Right!

You’ll notice the specs and dark color of the oats. That’s because I loaded ‘em up with cinnamon.

I heart cinnamon.

And it’s not just for the spectacular aroma and yummy flavor, it’s because it’s so good for me, too! See for yourself by reading my Health Benefits of Cinnamon post.

Get ready for something that’s….

Warm, Crunchy, Fluffy, Delish!

I also had a cup of yumilicious coffee with breakfast. I added a few drops of vanilla stevia AND cocoa bean extract. I’m living on the wild side, aren’t I? LOL  

NuttZo-Cinnamon Oatmeal

Ingredients:

1. 3/4 cup old-fashioned whole-grain oat flakes
2. 1 1/2 cups milk
3. 10 drops vanilla stevia
4. healthy dose of cinnamon (to taste)
5. 1-2 TBSP NuttZo

Directions:

1. Following directions on the container, heat on stove or in microwave, if you use one.
2. Once done, stir in NuttZo, vanilla stevia drops, and cinnamon.
3. Enjoy!

Cute Item found @ a Thrift Store: $1.00

Are you a patient person? Or does this quote sum you up?  

How do you like your oatmeal? Do you like to switch up the flavors and textures or are you partial to a certain oatmeal concoction? Do share!

And…

Don’t forget to enter my SWEET GIVEAWAY!!!!

There will be FOUR winners!!!

FTC Disclaimer: The Yoga Body Hip Opening Flow DVD mentioned in this post was sent to me by Stacy McCarthy, free of charge. I was not paid to write this review. The opinions in this post are my own thoughts and were not bought. Links to Amazon are affiliate links, should you want to shop through my affiliate link and help keep Raw Juice Girl blogging.

As I mentioned in my Shame on Me post, I’ve been neglecting yoga – to the point that I’m stressed and stiff. I need yoga in my life to ground me. It calms me. Sooths me. Makes life’s stresses melt away.

And of the various yoga videos I’ve tried, Stacy McCarthy has become my favorite. I love the way she teaches. Her voice – and the music – is so calming.

She’s a very positive person and is just delightful to practice yoga with! It’s just a DVD after all, but Stacy has a way of making you feel as if you’re in the room with her. It’s awesomeness.

This morning, I woke up with pep in my step and knew it was the day designated to return to my yoga practice – with all my heart, body, mind, and soul!

I rolled out my pink Aurorae Yoga Mat, tossed my Aurorae slip-free rosin bag on the mat, grabbed my laptop and a cold water bottle from the fridge. I was set to go!

Stacy has sent me three yoga DVD’s so far:

Yoga Body: Lean & Defined Total Body Workout

Yoga Body: Hip Opening Flow

Busy Mom Yoga – Core & More

That’s a pretty awesome selection right there. How can a girl choose?!

Well, I’ve already practiced using the Yoga Body: Lean & Defined Total Body Workout – numerous times. The Busy Mom Yoga speaks to me because I definitely need to strengthen my core and hey, it’s always great if we can save a few minutes, eh?

But…

I chose Yoga Body: Hip Opening Flow this morning. My hips are definitely tight and since it’s been so long since I’ve practiced yoga, I knew this would be a good place to start.

My hips have always been tight. I was never one of those youngin’s who could plop down into the splits.This is an area I really need to work on. I’m not saying I’ll ever be able to do the splits, but open hips sounds nice.

This is how the screen looks when Yoga Body: Hip Opening Flow comes up on your computer (or TV). 

I’ll admit, I started to give up half-way through the DVD – not because it’s so difficult it’s impossible or anything, but just because it’s been so long since I practiced yoga and I’ve allowed myself to get so stiff.

But I stuck it out.

When it came time for poses I couldn’t follow through with, I just rested in child’s pose until I could move on. I think I skipped two poses.

Let me tell you, the yoga poses Stacy teaches in this DVD are absolutely hip opening – you feel it for sure!

It’s a nice feel, though. The long, slow stretches are telling the hips to open and they work beautifully.

I couldn’t be more pleased with this video. I absolutely enjoyed it!

Before I knew it, the 45 minutes were up – and I was lost in shavasana.

I had forgotten how good shavasana feels. It’s such a peaceful feeling. It’s also a feeling of accomplishment and great joy!

I’m so happy with the DVD and I will be using it ‘till it’s worn out, I assure you.

Bonus Mini Maintenance Practice!

Stacy included a mini maintenance practice at the end of the Hip Opening Flow because she says it’s “better to do a mini practice regularly (only takes a few minutes!) than to do a lengthy practice once a week.”

Great advice, Stacy!

I’m going to be following that advice. I’m tired of being stiff! 

A HUGE thank-you to Stacy for her generosity. That DVD will NOT collect dust, promise!

Have you ever practiced yoga using Stacy McCarthy’s DVD’s? What did you think? So far, I’ve had the privilege to try out two – and it’s an A+ on both!

And…

Don’t forget to enter my SWEET GIVEAWAY!!!!

There will be FOUR winners!!!

Yep, that’s right! My husband can make yumilicious meals – I am SO lucky!

Friday, September 9th was our one-year wedding anniversary, and the night before, he peeled and sliced a ginormous cucumber, chopped two homegrown tomatoes (that we bought from a local vendor), sliced about a third (or so) of a big onion, and then put a whole bottle of Italian dressing in the bowl and stirred it all together. Oh, and he added some water (about half the dressing bottle full).

He popped the lid on the bowl and put it in the fridge so the flavors could marry overnight. YUM-O!

I know what you’re thinking: a WHOLE bottle of processed dressing?!

But hey, who can complain when their husband loves veggies AND whips up a flavorful salad?! Not I, says Raw Juice Girl, not I! LOL!

If you’re interested in the overnight salad recipe my husband made, you can see it at Mainline Gardening: Overnight Salad – Made By My Husband.

The Night Before

We got the tomatoes homegrown from a local vendor, using my eco-friendly Bite bag (which I reviewed HERE).

He also thawed some beef and pork steaks and hot dogs and made his own marinade concoction.

I busied myself making old-fashioned potato salad and (hand-grated!) cole slaw. I also made a fresh pitcher of tea (black tea bags mixed with green tea bags). Delish!

Next Day, Our Anniversary: Sept. 9th!

I got busy slicing red, yellow, and orange bell pepper + onion to get ‘em ready for grillin’!

SO Pretty—the Colors!

On to the Grill!!

And…. on to the table!!!

Set for four – we had a couple of guests!

As you can see from the table setting, I love old-fashioned stuff and flowers are my favorite thing in the whole world. Well, maybe chocolate and caramel are my favorite things, but you know…

Anyway…

Our anniversary dinner was a success. But even more important than the tasty meal, was spending the day with a true sweetheart – my soul mate. I have the BESTEST husband ever!!

I’m a happy girl!

Don’t forget to enter my SWEET GIVEAWAY!!!!

FTC Disclaimer: I’ve been buying the plastic bowl/cup covers I talk about in this post with my own money for quite some time now. I’ve never been sent any to review. I’m just sharing tips with you. The PB Free NuttZo WAS sent to me for review. The links to Amazon are affiliate links, should you want to shop and help keep Raw Juice Girl’s blog alive and well. 

Hi, everyone! How are y’all? Have you been getting your daily smoothies in? Or raw juices? How about healthy Omega 3? Protein? Nut butter? Green tea?

Have I got the smoothie for you!

I love smoothies, as you know, and I love changing things up and trying new concoctions. I love the various nutrients, vitamins, and goodies I get when I drink a smoothie. And I love how they’re thick, creamy, delicious, and filling – can’t beat a smoothie for a quick, nutritious snack or meal!

Well, maybe Greek yogurt, but… Today I’m talking smoothies.

Right? Right!

Here’s a photo of the finished PB Free NuttZo-Banana Smoothie. It was decadent, let me tell ya! Yum!

Bubbly Banana!

PF NuttZo = YUMILICIOUS!!!!

Cutesy, Useful Bowl/Cup Covers

I’ve been using bowl/cup covers for a while now. As pictured above, these covers resemble a shower cap and have elastic so they fit tightly over your bowl, cup, or glass. Each package comes with one that is big enough to cover a plate! I love that one.

But there’s also a few that are for small bowls, cups, or glasses.

I use them ALL the time. They’re washable and reusable and one of the ways I count myself an eco-friendly kind of gal.

Do you use them? Have you ever heard of them?

I ended up drinking my entire smoothie at once but should you want to make a double batch or just end up with way more than you want to drink at once, these bowl/cup covers are magic! Cover your cup or glass with one that’s size-appropriate and seal the goodness in until the next day.

Saving a smoothie in the fridge “for hard times” is a great way to make sure you have something filling and nutritious that you can grab when you’re on your way out the door or it’s just one of those chaotic days that absorb all your time and energy.

And… now for the recipe!

PF NuttZo-Banana Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 cold banana, peeled and broken into chunks
• 4 ice cubes
• 3/4 cup tea (I used black/green mixture.)
• 2 TBSP PF NuttZo (details HERE)

Directions:

Add ingredients to blender.

In this order, if you have the buttons on your blender:

1. crush ice
2. blend
3. liquify

It makes for a YUM-O smoothie, in my opinion.

Watch out for upcoming, in-depth reviews of NuttZo AND PF NuttZo – I’m LOVING ‘em!

Have you had your smoothie today? What about NuttZo? Have you ever tried it? It’s addictive, I tell you – there’s NOTHING like it! Talk to me, people!

Disclaimer: I was not paid to write this post. I bought the four-pack of YoCrunch (Blueberry) Parfait with my own money and love it so much, I decided to share my love for it with y’all. The link to their site is not an affiliate link. I just genuinely love the product and wanted y’all to know about it.

Hi, y’all!

Did you enjoy my fruity breakfast post? Have you entered my amazing giveaway yet? No? Why not? This is an awesome opportunity! There will be FOUR winners. Hurry, get your entries in now: Enter HERE!

I’m going to be posting what my husband made for our anniversary dinner soon but here’s a sneak peek of the salad he made. I just posted it over at Mainline Gardening. Check it out: Overnight Salad – Made By My Husband!

And now on to Greek yogurt – I adore it. It’s thick, creamy, delicious, filling, and just plain GOOD! It’s also good for us.

It can be a quick snack on your way out the door or a small meal if you’re in a hurry.

Add it to smoothies, on top of fruit, top it with nuts – or nut butter. Possibilities are endless. You can add it to recipes, too!

The most recent Greek yogurt I picked up at the store is YoCrunch Greek Parfait.

Check out the YoCrunch Nutrition Page for more information.

I’m loving it!

Do you like Greek yogurt? Have you ever tried it? After trying it, I can’t go back to regular yogurt – it seems to runny for me. And Greek yogurt is so creamy, decadent, and filling…. I can’t look back!

How do you use your yogurt? In smoothies? Recipes? Or just plain out of the tub? What did you have for breakfast?

Hi, y’all!

Have you entered my SWEET giveaway yet? If not, why? Hurry, get your entries in. There’s LOTS of options!

Enter HERE!

Yesterday was my anniversary – and it was a WONDERFUL day filled with sweet blessings and all things love. I’m going to post about the meal he prepared for us soon – it included a SALAD!!!!   

I know, I know! A husband who cooks AND makes salad. I’m so lucky, huh?

I did eat the salad – which was totally delicious! – but I also ate meat, too. (Yep, Raw Juice Girl ate meat. I had posted a while back that I added eggs and meat back into my diet. I feel much better now.)

I took photos of the whole process, and the results, so I’m working on that post.

That post is soon to come.

But here’s what I had for breakfast this morning…

Fruit + Yogurt Bowl

Pear + Kiwi + Banana + Greek Yogurt = YUM!

Fruit Chopped + Dropped in a Bowl

With Greek Yogurt + Granola on Top!

Sooooooooooooo Good!!!!

What about you – do you like fruit + (Greek) yogurt bowls for breakfast or a snack? What’s your favorite fruit? What’s your favorite yogurt? Do share!

And….

Don’t forget to enter my giveaway!

Taking a day off… Today is my one-year wedding anniversary!

And…. Don’t forget to enter my giveaway – there’ll be FOUR WINNERS!!!

Remember I moderate comments so your entries won’t show up right away. I’ll be back Saturday to approve them. So make sure I have LOTS of entries waiting for me!  

FTC (Federal Trade Commission) Blog Disclaimer: NuNaturals sent a package of their products for my enjoyment. This package was free of charge. I was not paid to post for them or to write a review. Any opinions you read here are based on my own thoughts and have not been bought.

Hi, y’all!

As I recently promised in my Stevia Freebies post, here is your giveaway post!

But first I want to say I’m lovin’ my NuNaturals coffee cup (Thank you, Ron!) And I’m loving the sweet addition of both the powdered stevia and vanilla liquid stevia to my coffee. YUM-O!

There’s a chocolate liquid stevia I’m going to try as well – maybe I’ll remember in the morning?

It’s funny that I used to NEVER drink coffee. I mean, I was in my thirties before I’d even TRY it. I hated the smell. It made me SO sick. I hated to smell it brewing. People found that odd. Now, it’s pure Heaven when that aroma wafts through the house. Hello, morning!

Once I tasted it, though, it began to find its way into my belly on a daily basis. I’ve gone through periods where I’ve quit but I’ve always gone back. I love hazelnut in my coffee. And pumpkin spice coffee…. Oh, goodness. Caramel. Sweet caramel. It’s so good, it feels like a SIN! LOL

Okay, okay…. on to the giveaway. I know you’re dying to find out the rules.

One more thing… The country tin is part of a set I found at a thrift store the other day. I LOVE my bargain shopping. It’s part of my eco-friendly lifestyle: buy used products/clothes, reuse instead of buying new as often as possible! And that cute, country-ish tin makes a perfect home for my stevia packets!

What FOUR of you will win:

NuNaturals has graciously offered to give FOUR of Healing with (Raw) Juices readers….

1 box of  NuStevia Packets, 50 ct.

AND…

1 bottle of NuNaturals Vanilla Stevia Liquid, 2 oz.

(which I’ve previously blogged about HERE)

Contest limited to U.S. residents, ONLY to avoid costly shipping & International customs regulations.

To enter this contest, there’s only…

ONE Required Entry!!

Visit www.NuNaturals.com and let me know which products you’d most like to try – AND come back and leave a comment letting me know that you did. That’s it – easy peasy!

BUT… If you want to put in a little extra effort….

(and receive a LOT of extra entries – aka chances to win) keep reading…

Numerous ways to get extra entries!

20 ways total to enter this contest!!

Note: Don’t forget the above, one required entry.

2. For FIVE EXTRA ENTRIES, share this contest on your blog, linking back to this post. Leave FIVE SEPARATE COMMENTS to let me know you did. (Yep, you’ll really leave FIVE different comments for this so you’ll be able to get five extra entries. )

3. “Like” NuNaturals on Facebook. Then, come back here and leave a comment to let me know you did that – or that you already are.

4. “Like” Raw Juice Girl on Facebook. Leave a comment on this post saying you did -or that you already are.

5. Follow Healing with (Raw) Juices on Facebook’s Networked Blogs. Leave a comment on this post saying that you did – or do.

6. Do you use Twitter? Follow @RawJuiceGirl on Twitter. Comment on this post, saying you did – or do.

7. Follow @NuNaturals on Twitter. Leave a comment on this post that you did that.

8. Tweet about this contest and then leave a comment with your Twitter name. You can use this tweet (or your own, just be sure to include via @RawJuiceGirl @NuNaturals) – Then, leave a comment that you did – with your Twitter name or status link.

@NuNaturals @RawJuiceGirl are giving away (SWEET!) prizes to FOUR winners! Enter now!! (http://tinyurl.com/3v3pw3a) U.S. only Ends 9/22

FOR EVEN MORE ENTRIES: For tweets, Facebook shares, or Plurk you may share the contest up to 5 times a day, but each tweet/share must be 1-2 hours or so after the previous one. (Thanks so much for understanding my position of keeping things fair and square, y’all!)

9. Comment on this post: Sweet Stevia Review: NuNaturals NuStevia NoCarbs Blend, letting me know your thoughts and/or questions. Come back here and leave a comment so I know you did. If you’ve already commented on that post, just comment here letting me know you already have a comment there.

10. Comment on this recipe post where I made Inside-Out Coconut Peanut Butter Cups using NuNaturals products.  Come back here and leave a comment letting me know you did that. If you’ve already commented on that post, just comment here letting me know you already have a comment there.

11.Comment on the post where I made Averie’s Raw, Vegan Chia Seed Pudding using NuNaturals Stevia and let me know if you’ve ever tried chia seed pudding, or if you’d like to—or if you love/hate the chia texture. Then come back here and let me know you did that. If you’ve already commented on that post, just comment here letting me know you already have a comment there.

12. Subscribe to Healing with (Raw) Juices via e-mail (sign up here) – be sure to verify your subscription or this entry won’t count. Then comment and let me know you did – or that you already are.

13  Subscribe to Healing with (Raw) Juices via RSS (sign up here). Then leave a comment telling me you did – or that you are.

14. Subscribe to Raw Juice Girl’s newsletter (sign up here ). Then comment here and let me know you did - or that you already have.

15. Do you Plurk? Plurk about this contest and leave a comment with your Plurk URL.

16. Add me as a friend on Wellsphere . Leave a comment saying that you did- or do.

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NOTE: Please leave a comment for each entry (tweet, plurk, etc.) because each comment will be counted as a number when I enter the total number of comments at Random.org once the contest ends.

Contest Deadline: Thursday, September 22, 2011

I’ll accept comments until midnight. (Central Time).

Random.org will be used to select the winner, who will be posted the next day.

That gives you TWO WEEKS to get your entries in! Hurry and spread the word.

The more entries you have, the higher your chances (FOUR of you!!) of winning this SWEET giveaway!!

Go tell all your friends and have FUN!!!!

Let the contest begin!!!

And don’t forget about the SPECIAL BONUS :

www.NuNaturals.com  has been very gracious and generous and have offered an amazing deal – group of deals, actually, for HWJ readers.

Check out this AWESOME tidbit of info, folks:

Message from NuNaturals: “This offer to your readers EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, ENDS SEPTEMBER 30, 2011.”

Receive a SPECIAL DISCOUNT of 15% on your TOTAL ORDER by entering this CODE : 

BLG930

And by ordering from www.nunaturals.com, you’ll ALSO receive FREE SHIPPING (in the Continental U.S.) on all orders totaling $35.00 and over, AFTER this special discount.

“This offer is EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, ENDS SEPTEMBER 30, 2011.”

FREE SAMPLES!

Get your FREE SAMPLES of NuStevia Packets! Just send a SELF-ADDRESSED, STAMPED #10 envelope to the following address:

NuNaturals, Inc.

2220 West 2nd Ave. #1

Eugene, OR 97402

Okay, go get your freebies and get your entries in. You have TWO WEEKS to work on your entries. This is a sweet prize for FOUR of you. Thanks so much to NuNaturals for their generosity!!!

Hi, y’all!

I went shopping today. And not just any shopping – whole foods shopping. Can I get a hurray?!

As I mentioned in my recent confessions post, I’ve been a bad, bad girl. I’ve let processed foods slip back into my diet (aka mouth). I’ve grown away from those every day raw juices, smoothies, and Greek yogurt snacks.

But no more!

I’m taking control of my health and life and am getting back on track. I’ve gained weight since being married. But I’m not the only one, I know. Just ask The Healthy Apron!

Nah, I won’t really blame my husband. I’m the one who put the food in my mouth. LOL!

It’s just that since being married, I think I’ve let my guard down and just eaten whatever I want, whenever I want, and have lost sight of my original health goals.

Believe me, it’s easy to get caught up in how juicy or creamy something tastes and just thinking “oh, I’ll get back on the wagon tomorrow” – knowing tomorrow might never come.

I’m not saying just give up all those on-a-whim treats. Those little moments and yummy tastes are the spice of life. I’m just saying I have to reign myself back in and get with the program! My own program!

Look at all the yummy produce!

Yep, our bicycles are parked in the kitchen. LOL! 

Whole Grain, All Natural Oats for chilly mornings!

Cashews ‘cause they’re SO yummy!  

Onions – I love ‘em raw or cooked!  

Bananas aka Nanners – for smoothies + snacks!

Broccoli + Carrots for nibbling!

Potatoes (aka taters) – love ‘em raw or cooked!

My long lost love, Greek yogurt!

Kiwi – SO juicy and delish!

Pears – crisp and delish!  

Avocados – you won’t BELIEVE

what they’re going in!  

Lemons & Limes – for tea and salad!

Grapefruits!

Purdy bell peppers! 

Cantaloupe – for snackin’ + smoothies!

Cucumbers – I could eat gazillions of ‘em!

So many bright and natural colors! 

I also bought some canned goods, tea, eggs, and meat (the husband loves meat and has shared the love with me – he’s a fantabulous cook and I’m spoiled!).

I’m excited to be getting back to more whole foods, my yoga practice, and living a more healthy lifestyle. As friends have called me in the past: healthatarian. LOL! 

So, what about you? Do you cram as many whole foods into your meals as you can? Have you been eating whatever is available just so you can make it through the day? It’s SO easy to fall into that rut. Do you judge others for falling into food and exercise ruts? Do you judge yourself?

If you’re in a rut, just start climbing out like I am. Purpose in your heart to make tomorrow different, even if it’s baby steps. Just start.

We must love ourselves, love whole foods, and enjoy life…

Are you on board? Talk to me, people!

And don’t forget the sweet freebies. You have until the 30th before your coupon code expires!

FTC (Federal Trade Commission) Blog Disclaimer: NuNaturals sent a package of their products for my enjoyment. This package was free of charge. I was not paid to post for them or to write a review. Any opinions you read here are based on my own thoughts and have not been bought.

Hi, y’all!

So, what’d you think of my Shame On Me post? Are you in the same boat? Or, have you won the battle and are standing on the mountaintop of pristine health and success?

As I mentioned in that post, NuNaturals has sent me some awesome stuff to review. I absolutely love their stevia. It’s great in oats, rice, tea, coffee, desserts, etc. Love it!

But I’m not the only recipient of their generosity – you’re in the cool, sweet club too!

Message from NuNaturals: “This offer to your readers EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, ENDS SEPTEMBER 30, 2011.”

Receive a SPECIAL DISCOUNT of 15% on your TOTAL ORDER by entering this CODE : 

BLG930

And by ordering from www.nunaturals.com, you’ll ALSO receive FREE SHIPPING (in the Continental U.S.) on all orders totaling $35.00 and over, AFTER this special discount.

“This offer is EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, ENDS SEPTEMBER 30, 2011.”

FREE SAMPLES!

Get your FREE SAMPLES of NuStevia Packets! Just send a SELF-ADDRESSED, STAMPED #10 envelope to the following address:

NuNaturals, Inc.

2220 West 2nd Ave. #1

Eugene, OR 97402

Be sure to take full advantage of the FREE SAMPLES offer, as well as the 15% SPECIAL DISCOUNT and FREE SHIPPING offers. This is an excellent opportunity to grab the reins to your health!

Get ready for a GIVEAWAY!!!!!!!!!!

I’ve been:

• neglecting yoga, letting it slide ‘till I’m stiff and stressed
• allowing processed foods back into my diet – um, mouth
• letting white sugar sweeten me up
• focusing on life’s chaos – instead of what’s most important

Join me as I:

• move back into my yoga practice, with confidence and grace
• incorporate more whole foods back into my diet
• begin to cut white sugar from my foods and drinks, replacing it (once again!) with stevia, honey, and other natural, healthful sweeteners
• find peace, hope, strength, and a harmonious balance in my life

And what is going to help me accomplish all this? Besides determination and desire to take my life back, Stacy McCarthy, Brendan Brazier, and NuNaturals are going to help me!

Check out the awesome stuff they’ve sent me for upcoming reviews:

What about you? Have you been so caught up with all that life throws your way ‘till you’ve lost sight of yourself and your health? Have you caved and eaten that donut? Or melted when that plate of processed food passed your nose’s path? We haven’t gone too far – we can take control of our life today!

And a great big thank-you to the sponsors!

P.S. Did you enjoy the Labor Day sale?

Hi, y’all! How’ve you been? I know I haven’t posted much but I promise, I’m working to change that!

Did you enjoy my Aurorae Yoga Denim Mat Sak Review? I sure hope so – ‘cause I’m loving it! It’s super cool to store/transport my yoga mat. Although I never really leave the house with it (I do yoga at home) it’s going to be awesome to use when/if I decide to go for a long bike ride in the park and want to take a yoga break!

I feel autumn’s cool breezes today, do you? I LOVE autumn – it just never lasts long enough, in my opinion. Here in Missouri, it seems to go straight from summer to winter without much of a true autumn transition. I remember autumn lasting a lot longer when I was a kid.

But what I really want to talk to you about today is the Labor Day sale going on at E3Live.com!

You can save 15% off your whole order using coupon code:

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Offer good through September 5th.

If you’ve been a reader for a while, you might remember that I wrote a couple of in-depth reviews of the following products:

Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae E3Live Review

E3Live Review: BrainOn

They now even have E3Live products for moms and babies!

And we can’t forget our pets. I think I’ll have to introduce Gingersnap to E3Live for pets!

Hurry, so you can save 15% off your whole order using coupon code:

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Offer good through September 5th. Just visit: www.E3Live.com and get shopping!