I’ve been blessed to meet so many inspiring health babes through my Institute for Integrative Nutrition partnership over the past two years. Desiree Taylor is one such light beam. Certified Holistic Health & Lifestyle Coach, and Founder of Free Yourself Holistic Health, Desiree has an infectious personality and a smile that lights up the […] Read more…
Remember that time I made a Banana Bread Smoothie? That oh-so-heavenly creation – healthy enough to drink every day – and delicious enough to elicit a raised eyebrow from your Lovebug who won’t believe you haven’t poured cake batter straight into a glass… This was just like that time. Because let’s face it, we’d all […] Read more…
Michelle Freitas is a Certified Holistic Health Coach specialising in sugar addiction and weight loss. Based in Santa Monica, LA, Michelle is a published author in the field of sugar addiction, and has written articles for MindBodyGreen and The Fix. When she’s not coaching clients through her Sexy Slim Down program, Michelle loves playing in […] Read more…
Being vegan-healthy doesn’t mean missing out on all the good stuff, beautiful. Quite the opposite! Join me on a journey from traditional old desserts laden with refined sugar, trans-fats, lactose, gluten, preservatives and cholesterol… To sparkly Superfood Smoothies glittering with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fibre, and most importantly – scrumptious flavour! The days of healthy food […] Read more…
When the lovely people at the Book Publishing Co. kindly offered to send me a copy of the new Sea Shepherd cookbook to review, I couldn’t refuse such a great cause. Members of Sea Shepherd take to the world’s oceans to confront, disrupt, and halt the illegal slaughter of endangered marine wildlife. Sea […] Read more…
Happy VVP Saturday, beautiful soul! If you’ve been around these digs for a while now, you’ll remember how much fun we had at the previous Virtual Vegan Potluck parties with Raw Red Velvet Cake Ice-Cream, Beetroot & Vegan ‘Goat Cheese’ Tarts and Pickled Beet Mini Tacos: Well it’s BACK, baby, bigger and better than ever! […] Read more…
Did I ever tell you my Gran was Irish? Mix that Irish blood with my passion for wellness and you get one very excited Health Coach ready to get her green drink on! Mix things up this St Patrick’s Day and celebrate in healthy, green style. These drinks will make you the sparkle more […] Read more…
Sweetness, forget cheap chocolates that cause sugar crashes, grumpiness and headaches! Unleash your inner creative goddess and spoil your Valentine with a special, healthy treat made with love ♥ : 1. Raw Red Velvet Cake Ice-Cream 2. Cherry Ripe Smoothie 3. ABC Sparkle Juice 4. Wild Berry Fools Smoothie […] Read more…
You know those special people you come across once in a blue moon who just radiate warmth and sincerity? Vanessa Millar is one of those people. I feel so incredibly blessed that our IIN studies brought us together. She is one of the most beautiful people I’ve ever met. Vanessa’s also a truly inspiring […] Read more…
Claire Baker, in her own words, is a lover of all things nourishing, creative and soulful. Her heart lies in health and wellness and beats for living an energised, passionate life full of self expression, healing, exploration and joy. This is her lifeblood, and she’s incredibly talented at expressing it via her gorgeous website. Claire’s […] Read more…
Zucchini/Courgette noodles (or ribbons) are a delicious, gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta or noodles. They’re brimming with sparkly nutrition and are a cinch to make in just 3 easy steps: Don’t have Flash Player installed? Click HERE to watch in Vimeo. Use your noodle, baby! Give these recipes a whirl: Crazy Delicious Raw Pad Thai Zucchini, Pea […] Read more…
Once upon a time (2 years ago, almost to the day), I found myself toying with the idea of making a raw meal. I’d been daydreaming about it ever since I bought my very first raw ‘cookbook’ about 6 months earlier. The stunning photos in that book and the stories of increased vitality I’d read all over the net […] Read more…
Every year about this time, my gorgeous friend Kristy over at Keepin’ it Kind hosts a delicious cookie swap party! You might remember the healthy Fudge Brownies with Candied Pecans I took along to the party last year: mmmmm, SO GOOD. This year’s cookies are just as healthy and just as delicious! Plus […] Read more…
Ooh, I’m having so much fun creating fast, easy recipes for The Sparkle Project! This Zucchini, Pea & Mint Salad is fresh and healthy, ridiculously easy to make, and makes a gorgeously festive side dish for your holiday parties. Add avocado slices or a sprinkle of spice (cayenne pepper?) if you’re in an adventurous […] Read more…
