The Health Vortex

17/03/2021

As a woman with stretch marks on her thighs and underarms, I believed these were ugly and horrible for the longest time. But as I've gotten older, I've come to appreciate them as stripes that show I'm older, mature, and have been living a full life. They are my lines, my stripes, my marks and a part of me forever.
I applaud those who proudly embrace their stretch marks, as well as those who've taken it upon themselves to help others except their lines. We must continue to love ourselves, express body positivity,  and embrace our tiger stripes. We've earned them by being human, and that should never be a bad thing.

 

16/03/2021

Be your own inspiration!
Be your own Motivation.
Because no matter how many inspirational videos you see or speeches you've heard.
It's not going to inspire or motivate you,
Unless YOU make up your mind to be
Inspired or motivated.
You can be your best source of inspiration,
Because no matter what the circumstances.
No one understands you better, than you
yourself!

 

15/03/2021

Ingredients

4 portobello mushrooms

8 oz goat cheese

3 cups frozen spinach

1 medium shallot , thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic , finely chopped

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Remove the stems from the mushrooms, and use a spoon to scrape out the dark brown insides. Then use a damp paper towel to wipe off any excess dirt on the outside.

Place the mushrooms stem side down on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until just slightly soft.

While the mushrooms are pre-baking, prepare the filling. Start by thawing out the spinach in a bowl in the microwave, according to package instructions. Once thawed, place the spinach in a kitchen towel and squeeze out all of the excess water. This is very important, and will help the end result to not be too watered down. 

Preheat a small skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, shallots, and garlic. Saute for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the shallots are starting to turn slightly brown. 

Transfer the shallots to a mixing bowl, add the spinach, goat cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir with a fork to evenly combine. 

Pull the mushrooms out of the oven after they have pre-baked, let them cool for a few minutes so you can handle them. Turn them over and stuff each one with 1/4 of the spinach/goat cheese mixture. Smooth out the top and place them back in the oven. 

Bake for 6-8 minutes, until the mushrooms are soft and the goat cheese is warmed all the way through. Serve and enjoy!

11/03/2021

Every body type is different-
that's what makes you unique.
What makes you special is
You, and you are different from
the next person
- Janet Jackson

10/03/2021

Be your own version to smile

25/02/2021

Looking for a sweet treat to ignite the chemicals ( Oxytocin and Endorphins) in your body? Well give this easy recipe a try:

CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
GLUTEN FREE
EGG FREE
VEGETARIAN

Ingredients (makes 18):

250g dark chocolate
1/3 cup greek yoghurt
3 tablespoons maple syrup
Cacao powder for rolling

Method:

1. Melt chocolate in a glass bowl sitting on top of a saucepan of boiling water.

2. Mix yoghurt and maple syrup in a bowl. Pour in melted chocolate and mix until well combined. Fold flavouring through. Pop bowl into the freezer and allow to set for 1 hour.

3. Use a spoon to scoop out balls, coat in cacao, roll between your hands, coat a second time and pop into a freezer-safe container. Repeat until all the mixture is finished. Leave in the fridge / freezer (I prefer freezer).

Storage: truffles will keep in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 4 weeks.
Bon appétit!

24/02/2021

Phenomenal Woman – Maya Angelou
“It’s in the reach of my arms,
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.”

Tag all the woman that inspire you to this post and show them some love by taging there names in the comments.

have a wonderful wednesday ladies.

23/02/2021

Looking for a fun way to challenge yourself.. look no further than this Phone Number Challenge, that can be done in the comfort of your own home, or in the outdoors.

22/02/2021

17/02/2021

A healthier take on Blue Berry Bounty Bars that are 100% vegan and gluten free

Ingredients
1 cup (235ml) light coconut milk
5 tbsp maple syrup
4 tbsp coconut butter or creamed coconut
Pinch of salt
2 cups (110g) desiccated coconut
1 tbsp Arctic Power Berries blueberry powder
200g dark chocolate, melted
Method
Pour the milk into a saucepan along with the coconut butter, maple syrup and salt. Heat on low until everything is combined.
Take off the heat and fold in the desiccated coconut and blueberry powder.
Press down into a loaf tin covered with parchment paper. Freeze for 2-3 hours.
Slice into 12 bars and coat with the melted chocolate. Freeze again for 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
Enjoy!
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Alternatively freeze and take out 15 minutes before serving.  
Nutritional information (estimated per serving):
Calories: 258 kcal
Protein: 2.6g
Fat: 20g
Carbs: 18.6g
Fibre: 4.7g

16/02/2021

The history of lavender

Its name derives from the Latin root “lavare,” which literally means “to wash.”The earliest recorded use of lavender dates back to ancient Egypt. There, lavender oil played a role in the mummification process.
During later times, lavender became a bath additive in several regions, including Persia, ancient Greece, and Rome. These cultures believed that lavender helped purify the body and mind.
Since ancient times, lavender has been used to treat many different ailments, including:

mental health issues

anxiety

insomnia

depression

headaches

hair loss

nausea

acne

toothaches

skin irritations

cancer

 

11/02/2021

SAY THIS :

I am a winner.
I am capable of everything I set my mind to.
I take every setback and use it to my advantage.

I am confident in who I am.
I am confident in what I have to offer the world.
I am confident in my abilities and my purpose.

I am not held back by fear, doubt, or disappointment.

I am daringly showing up to contribute something beautiful and meaningful to this world.