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By Maureen Sangiorgio
Eat Super-Natural by
According to scripture,“Each one must give as he has Christina Leidenheimer. A healthy
decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, cookbook is a great addition to
for God loves a cheerful giver.” Hah! Maybe not THIS time of year! everyone’s kitchen.“You can look and
Between all the extra shopping, planning and holiday events to feel super amazing simply by eating
attend, it’s pretty difficult to remain a cheerful giver. Relax – there’s Super-NATURAL. Discover why a
plenty of time to put together these quick and easy gifts from the diet rich in whole, plant-based, fresh
heart for the special loved ones in your life. and tasty food is the absolute key
to melting fat and obtaining vibrant
Personalized Herb Garden Fresh herbs are a healthy lasting health. It really is easier than
way to flavor foods without adding fat. Pick up several small ceramic you think to lose weight, create a new mind and body and feel
pots at your local garden center and paint them in the recipient’s your absolute best every day.”
favorite color, pattern, or theme to match their kitchen.You can also
hand-paint a line from a favorite poem of theirs across the pots. Pre-order your copy today at inspirehealthmag.com
Plant with fresh herbs such as basil, rosemary and thyme. Mocubo board This unique cutting board has built-in
storage compartments underneath so you can chop fresh veggies
Handmade Lavender Soap Lavender is calming – the for a healthy stir-fry.The Mocubo also helps you save time during
perfect gift to give during the stressful holiday season. Combine three the hectic holiday season because you don’t have to clean dirty
cups glycerin soap base (available at local craft stores, a pharmacy or dishes to hold what you just chopped. The compartments store
online), ¼ cup lavender flowers, and 1½ teaspoons of lavender oil. neatly under the board, saving room on a kitchen counter. Made
Combine all ingredients in a double boiler until the base is melted. out of bamboo, the board has rubber feet so it won’t move
Heat on low for 10 minutes. Pour liquid into molds and let stay around. It comes in two sizes.
overnight to harden. Stack several bars and tie with purple ribbon.
Personalized Glass Block Pick up a glass block (with
an opening) at your local craft store. Insert a special, framed
picture appropriate for the recipient, and fill with polished river
rock up to the base of the frame. For example, if you are giving
the gift to your parents, look for a block etched with “Family” on
the front and insert a family picture inside.
Healthy Gift Basket Assemble the following in a gift
basket: An immersion blender, a healthy, low-fat or guilt-free
cookbook, and a holiday-themed kitchen towel, oven mitts or
apron. Immersion blenders are great for making healthy soups and
smoothies in a flash. Be sure to include a nice bottle of red wine –
after all, red wine is healthy!
34 INSPIRE HEALTH November § December 2014
By Maureen Sangiorgio
Eat Super-Natural by
According to scripture,“Each one must give as he has Christina Leidenheimer. A healthy
decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, cookbook is a great addition to
for God loves a cheerful giver.” Hah! Maybe not THIS time of year! everyone’s kitchen.“You can look and
Between all the extra shopping, planning and holiday events to feel super amazing simply by eating
attend, it’s pretty difficult to remain a cheerful giver. Relax – there’s Super-NATURAL. Discover why a
plenty of time to put together these quick and easy gifts from the diet rich in whole, plant-based, fresh
heart for the special loved ones in your life. and tasty food is the absolute key
to melting fat and obtaining vibrant
Personalized Herb Garden Fresh herbs are a healthy lasting health. It really is easier than
way to flavor foods without adding fat. Pick up several small ceramic you think to lose weight, create a new mind and body and feel
pots at your local garden center and paint them in the recipient’s your absolute best every day.”
favorite color, pattern, or theme to match their kitchen.You can also
hand-paint a line from a favorite poem of theirs across the pots. Pre-order your copy today at inspirehealthmag.com
Plant with fresh herbs such as basil, rosemary and thyme. Mocubo board This unique cutting board has built-in
storage compartments underneath so you can chop fresh veggies
Handmade Lavender Soap Lavender is calming – the for a healthy stir-fry.The Mocubo also helps you save time during
perfect gift to give during the stressful holiday season. Combine three the hectic holiday season because you don’t have to clean dirty
cups glycerin soap base (available at local craft stores, a pharmacy or dishes to hold what you just chopped. The compartments store
online), ¼ cup lavender flowers, and 1½ teaspoons of lavender oil. neatly under the board, saving room on a kitchen counter. Made
Combine all ingredients in a double boiler until the base is melted. out of bamboo, the board has rubber feet so it won’t move
Heat on low for 10 minutes. Pour liquid into molds and let stay around. It comes in two sizes.
overnight to harden. Stack several bars and tie with purple ribbon.
Personalized Glass Block Pick up a glass block (with
an opening) at your local craft store. Insert a special, framed
picture appropriate for the recipient, and fill with polished river
rock up to the base of the frame. For example, if you are giving
the gift to your parents, look for a block etched with “Family” on
the front and insert a family picture inside.
Healthy Gift Basket Assemble the following in a gift
basket: An immersion blender, a healthy, low-fat or guilt-free
cookbook, and a holiday-themed kitchen towel, oven mitts or
apron. Immersion blenders are great for making healthy soups and
smoothies in a flash. Be sure to include a nice bottle of red wine –
after all, red wine is healthy!
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