Inspire Health NOLA Issue 35

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MAY | JUNE • ISSUE 35 5 SUPER FOOD

21 ADVERTORIAL

7 WELLNESS

24 RECIPE

Sauerkraut

Is Fasting Another Food Fad?

8 NATURAL BEAUTY

Homemade Bath Bombs

10 EXERCISE

Individualizing With Art Sweet Spicy Pomegranate Pork Tenderloin

26 FASHION

Statement Accessories

Courtney's Top Fat Blasting Exercises

28 BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

12 RECIPE

30 FEATURE

14 RECIPE

32 HEALTHY BODY

16 HEALTHY MIND

37 WOMAN WHO INSPIRES

20 RECIPE

38 DISCOVER

Very Vanilla Vegan Cupcakes Reuben-ish Bowl Grounding

Fish Tacos With Spicy Ranch Sriracha Slaw

Saving Money With Solar

A Life-Changing Experience Resource Directory

Sunny Days Ahead

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LIVE THE DECADENT

Craving A Burger?

Try One Of These Healthy Alternatives to Red Meat

LIFE WITH DIABETES

DEVIN ALEXANDER SAYS YOU CAN HAVE IT!

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YOUR HEALTH WITH FISH

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By Patricia Danflous

“HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT INTERMITTENT FASTING?”

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hen Elizabeth Russell’s OB/ Gyn asked that question, she thought she might have misunderstood. What about the nutritional guidance her doctor had advised throughout pregnancy? Fasting couldn’t be healthy, could it?

“It was time to lose the baby weight, but I never considered fasting as an alternative, at least not a healthy one,” she said. “When my doctor said it was the method she chose to get back to her pre-pregnancy weight, I decided to investigate.”

Six months later, Russell was 30 pounds lighter, felt healthier, energized and her old jeans were looser than before pregnancy. Hunger was never a problem.

Russell is one of a growing number of people participating in the alternating cycles of fasting and eating to lose weight and improve health.

Internationally recognized expert on intermittent fasting and author of "The Obesity Code: Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss," Dr. Jason Fung focuses on the role insulin plays in storing and burning energy.

Researching effective ways to address obesity in connection with diabetes, Fung implemented intermittent fasting as a treatment option—with great results. Many of his patients saw a reverse in diabetes, eliminating the need for medication, losing weight and alleviating fatigue.

“A recent study suggests that 75 percent of the weight-loss response in obesity is predicted by insulin levels. Not willpower. Not caloric intake. Not peer support or peer pressure. Not exercise. Just insulin,” Fung reports in his book.

The science of intermittent fasting is basic. Insulin goes up when you eat and take in calories.

Elevated levels of insulin signal the body to store energy. The body releases energy when insulin falls.

If insulin levels are high over a long period of time, insulin resistance develops and the body is in a continual fat-storing condition. Fasting safely lowers insulin.

A good way to incorporate intermittent fasting into your lifestyle is the 16/8 method. Fast for 14 to 16 hours a day, allowing an eating window for two or three meals. If you eat a normal dinner and skip breakfast, you should be able to incorporate the 16/8 method with little inconvenience.

You could also consider the 5:2 method. Fast two days per week, eating only 500 or 600 calories. Eat regularly the other days. Water, tea, coffee, zero-calories beverages and calorie-free supplements are allowed during the fasting period.

Do your homework before you begin intermittent fasting. "The Obesity Code and The Complete Guide to Fasting: Heal Your Body Through Intermittent, Alternate-Day and Extended Fasting" by Jimmy Moore and Dr. Jason Fung provide factual and practical guidelines.

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For stress relief, try combinations of lavender, rose, chamomile, eucalyptus, ylang-ylang, tea tree, jasmine, peppermint, bergamot, sandalwood and grapefruit essential oils. I usually add Epsom salt to my bath bomb, which is known to boost magnesium levels and relieve aches and pains. Add dried plants, like rose petals or lavender, to enhance the fragrance.

 Ingredients • ½ cup baking soda • ¼ cup cornstarch • ¼ cup Epsom salt • ¼ cup citric acid • 2 ½ teaspoons almond oil (or coconut oil) • 1 ½ teaspoon essential oils • Food coloring • Bath bomb molds

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In a separate bowl, mix liquid ingredients until even. Smell your essential oils before adding to ensure desired scent. U sing one tablespoon at a time, add liquid mixture to your dry ingredients.

Stir until even. Keep adding liquid mixture until gone. Note: adding M A G A too much liquid at once can cause dry ingredients to react.  Place final product into bath bomb molds and let th bombs add Epsom salt to ba dry. Enjoy any night of levels and to boost magnesium M A G A Z I N E the week! s.

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REUBEN-ISH BOWL

By Ilene Godofsky Moreno A much healthier twist on the classic NYC deli sandwich, this recipe is a flavor party in a bowl. Double your ingredient prep and pack a Reuben-ish sandwich for lunch the next day.  1 batch cooked Brown Rice (see below)  6 cups packed baby spinach  1 batch Baked Tofu (see below), sliced  ½ cup sauerkraut  ½ cup sliced pickles  1 batch Thousand Island Dressing (see below)  Salt and black pepper, to taste D ivide the Brown Rice into 4 bowls.  To wilt the spinach, put it in a pan with a splash of water and cook it over medium heat. Stir for about 2 minutes, until the spinach wilts. Spoon the spinach over the rice in the bowls.  Layer the Baked Tofu, sauerkraut, and pickles over the spinach. Drizzle the Thousand Island Dressing on top, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

BROWN RICE Total time: 45 minutes Active time: 45 minutes Makes: 4 servings  2¼ cups water or vegetable broth  1 cup brown rice  Dash of salt  I n a medium pot, bring water or vegetable broth to a boil over high heat.

Add rice and salt, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes.  Turn heat off and let rice sit for 5 minutes before serving. If you are not using the rice right away, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

BAKED TOFU Total time: 1 hour (plus time for pressing tofu) Active time: 10 minutes Makes: 4 servings

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The key to preparing restaurant-quality tofu dishes at home is pressing the water out first. Thirty minutes will do the trick, but if you’re able to plan ahead, a few hours (or even overnight in the fridge) will give your tofu a fantastic texture. Alternatively, for recipes that call for Baked Tofu, you can buy pre-marinated and prebaked tofu.

On especially busy weeks I’ll go this route so I have a ready-to-go protein option.  1 (14-ounce) package firm tofu  1 tablespoon olive oil  1 tablespoon tamari  1 teaspoon rice vinegar  1/8 teaspoon garlic powder  1/8 teaspoon onion powder  Cut tofu into ½- to 1-inch slices. On a cutting board, layer slices

of tofu between paper towels. Place a heavy item (a teakettle filled with water works great) on top (or use a tofu press if you’ve got one).

Let the tofu sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the refrigerator for extra-amazing texture). This will remove the excess water from the tofu and give it a better texture. P reheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.  To prepare marinade, in a medium bowl, stir together the olive oil, tamari, rice vinegar, garlic powder and onion powder. Leave the tofu as slices or cut it into cubes. Toss the tofu with the marinade in the bowl and let it soak for 5 minutes.  Spread the tofu out on a baking sheet. Bake 15

minutes, then flip and bake another 10–15 minutes (depending on the size of the pieces), until the desired crispiness is reached. Enjoy the tofu right away or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING Total time: 5 minutes Makes: 1 cup  ¼ cup vegan mayo  1 tablespoon ketchup  1 teaspoon pickle brine  1 teaspoon maple syrup  1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Stir all ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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S YOUR HEALTH WITH FISH

By Chad Ruiz

It’s ubiquitous, it’s renewable, it’s extremely healthy and now Americans are finally buying into its nutritional benefits. It’s fish and it’s catching on according to the most recent study published by NOAA’S National Marine fisheries service.

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ince 2013, fish consumption in the US has been on a steady climb; enough so that the US now ranks second in seafood consumption, behind China. The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion suggests Americans should consume between eight and 10 ounces of seafood each week - and for good reason.

Loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, fish is a staple of the Mediterranean region.

Studies show the people of this region suffer with heart disease and other inflammatory disorders less than any other locale.

“Adherence to a Mediterranean diet confers a considerable reduction on Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) risk… even subjects with unhealthy

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“We cater to the individual,” said Impastato, as she defined her boutique establishment. “Our motto is Express, Create and Explore.” With this mantra in mind, she has created an artistic oasis which compels all of the senses.

By fashioning her gallery to emulate a spa experience, Impastato sets herself apart from the traditional art gallery owner. In addition to displaying original works of art available for purchase, she offers artistic services in a serene setting complete with soft lighting, aromatic candles and stress relieving music.

Customers can personalize their private art lessons within various painting and drawing packages that Impastato offers. She has crafted Monet and Picasso painting packages

differing only in the number of classes in which she teaches privately to students focusing on their individual needs. Art supplies are included with each two-hour lesson.

Eric Mondello leads The Drawing Journey with a focus on Perspective and Landscape, the Face, the Human Body, Basic Animals and Shading & Technique. Each of these private lesson packages taught

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Impastato Gallery and Art Therapy also boasts a list of services offering group escapes.

The “Un-Wine” package provides an opportunity for a relaxing art session complete with complimentary wine, art supplies and a pre-drawn canvas to paint. “Everyone does not have to paint the same thing. We have a selection of 23 canvases to select from on our website,” said Impastato.

The “Date Night” package is popular among couples who desire to share a special moment creating a masterpiece together. The “Corporate Team

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There are so many things to like about the fashions coming from New York Fashion Week this year.

Designers are bringing back that retro vibe with appliqué on everything from jeans to t-shirts paired with skinny jeans, jeweled slides and Audrey Hepburn sunglasses. Some of our favorites include chiffon fabrics and pom pom earrings. The trend combines day-wear and night-wear to an all day stylish work-wear.

Leave the suit at home and take your new style to work.

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FRANCO'S LOSE DAT CHALLENGE

By Suzanne Fox

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hen we decided to put Devin Alexander, the chef of The Biggest Loser on our cover, it seemed like a no brainer to write about our local biggest loser program at Franco’s called Lose Dat. In an effort to jump-start my weight loss, I decided to join the group and write about my experience. Man, was I in for a big surprise!

The Lose Dat program is not just a weight loss challenge that you participate in at your leisure. It’s a way of life for eight weeks and hopefully, if you are on the right track, a complete lifestyle change. Besides, you wouldn’t have signed up if you didn’t need a lifestyle change, right?

First things first. Finding the right trainer is important. In my case, it was a simple choice, Inspire Health Magazine’s exercise guru, Courtney Farnet.

The big surprise came when I found out the workouts were not Monday and Friday as I anticipated, they were every day. Yes, that’s right,

every day of the week. Roll out of bed at 5:30 a.m., ready to roll at 6:15.

Mondays and Fridays weren’t the only days, they were the hardest days!

Circuit training with Courtney, oh joy!

Stair climbing, kettle bells, medicine balls, leg lifts, squats, planks and the dreaded burpee. I discovered early on that you need to be in tip top shape before you start a rigorous team training program like Lose Dat. Don’t expect to use it to get healthy.

You must be healthy before you start and use the program to get in shape.

In my case, I was coming off shoulder surgery, so I had to substitute exercises for planks and burpees.

I think the Lose Dat program is great for those who are having trouble motivating themselves to start a weight loss program.

Here’s what I learned:  Get a complete physical before you start a strenuous weight loss program, especially if you are over the age of 50.  The “Team” is the key. The “Team” is the reason you have willpower not

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to eat that bag of potato chips. The “Team” is your motivator. They are why you show up and ultimately, don’t quit.  Weight loss is 80 percent what you eat and 20 percent exercise. The nutrition classes that came with the program were great! The things I learned will last a lifetime. Most importantly, protein and fiber are essential for maintaining muscle mass when you are working out like a banshee. It’s sort of unnerving to get on the scale and find out you lost muscle, not fat.

Chris Burge Male Winner 2018 - lost 32 pounds.

 You can’t exercise, starve yourself and have decent results. There has to be a proper balance. You must eat enough calories, enough protein and fiber, and the right amount of carbs to have success.

Sounds complicated doesn’t it?

This formula from Ochsner Dietician Carrie Gardache will help. Your goal weight multiplied by 10 will give you the amount of calories you can have per day.

Your goal weight multiplied by 5 will give you the maximum number of carbohydrates you should eat to accomplish your goal weight. Using a fitness app like MyFitnessPal or Weight Watchers® keeps you focused. An activity tracker helps you track your calories burned and also your heart rate during your workout.

All in all, the Lose Dat program was a great life lesson and wonderful experience. Even though I only lost 12 pounds, I lost 10.5 total inches., 3 inches off my bust, 4.5 inches off my waist and 3 inches off my hips. I feel better knowing what to do and how to shed the excess weight through healthy diet and exercise.

I, like most of my team, am not finished with my weight loss journey. The eight week program was just the beginning

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TO IMPROVE YOUR FITNESS By: Anja Springthorpe

GARMIN VÍVOSMART HR+ By tracking calories, steps, cardio workouts, running and even sleep, this activity band is everything you want in a fitness gadget. You’ll never have to use awkward chest straps since it comes with a built-in heart rate monitor. You can also review your fitness stats by syncing the device with the Garmin app.

The Vívosmart HR+ is waterproof, but unfortunately has no option to track a swim workout. Although a little on the pricey side, the Garmin Vívosmart HR+ is an excellent fitness tracker combining technology with design and comfort.

Price: $199.99 Heart Rate Monitor: Yes GPS: Yes

APPLE WATCH 2 For smartwatch fans, Apple has seriously stepped up fitness tracking with the Apple Watch 2. It comes equipped with a GPS, waterproof features and the tracking accuracy has improved. The Apple watch monitors heart rate and tracks a variety of workouts, daily steps as well as sleep. The vibration feature leads you through guided breathing practices and reminds you to get moving if you are inactive for too long.

The biggest downsides are the price tag and the Apple Watch 2’s incompatibility with non-iOS devices. However, the watch stores and plays your music via Bluetooth, a rare feature offered by most fitness trackers.

Price: $269.00 Heart Rate Monitor: Yes GPS: Yes

Jose Mendoza lost 40 lbs and still losing

Waterproof: Yes Battery life: 5 days

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LEAF HEALTH TRACKER The Leaf is not a traditional fitness tracker but a smart jewelery product designed to support female wellness. The Leaf connects to the Bellabeat app and tracks your steps, sleep, stress impact and menstrual cycles. Guided meditation and breathing practices support self-awareness and mindfulness.

If you want in-depth data on your workouts, this tracker is not for you. But if you are looking for a holistic tool to track and improve your overall wellness, the Leaf may just be the right fit.

Price: $129.00 Heart Rate Monitor: No GPS: No

Leaf Health Waterproof: No Tracker

Battery life: 6 months

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Local businesses to help you along your journey to a healthy and fit lifestyle.

INSPIRE HEALTH MAGAZINE’S TOP CHOICES FOR INSPIRING BUSINESSES BrainCore Therapy 985-626-4422 2201 11th St, Mandeville, LA 70471

His Nature’s Wisdom 410-714-2794 www.hisnatureswisdom.com

Southern Sweeps 985-867-3400 68425 Hwy 59, Suite 3, Mandeville, LA

Chomp Nola Chompnola.com

Impastato Gallery & Art Therapy 985-778-5338 1901 Hwy. 190, Suite 28, Mandeville, LA 70448

Spa 728 985-778-0998 200 Greenleaves Blvd., Suite 11, Mandeville, LA

Jansen Plastic Surgery 504-455-1000 3900 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 200

Sunpro Solar Energy Specialists 985-882-7200 www.gosunpro.com

La Bella Vita Laser and Vein Center 888-4-Vein-Free 1431 Ochsner Blvd Suite B, Covington, LA

The Green Fork 504-267-7672 New Orleans, Metairie, Covington: www.thegreenforknola.com

Mystic Bayou Holistic and Alternative Health 985-707-1165 1361 Englewood Dr., Slidell LA 70458

The Wellness Centre 225-229-6107 Multiple locations: www.wellnesscentrebr.com

Oil Tree 985-778-0998 200 Greenleaves Blvd., Suite 11, Mandeville, LA

Timeless Rx 985-893-6073 1970 N Hwy 190, Suite B, Covington, LA 70433

Covington Karate Studio 985-893-9644 1326 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433 Dr. Black Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery 504-883-8900 3798 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 100, Metairie LA 70002 Franco’s Health Club 985-792-0200 New Orleans and Mandeville Greige Home Interiors 985-875-7576 2033 N Hwy 190, Covington, LA Guastella Institute of Permanent & Corrective Cosmetics, 504-780-8007 2821 Richland Ave., Suite 200, Metairie, LA Helene Team Realty 985-639-3991 2010 First St, Slidell LA 70458

Southern Brain & Spine 504-454-0141 Southshore and Northshore: www.sbsdocs.net

Look for more resources in upcoming issues.

July: Balance–Businesses to help you live a balanced life.

September: Empower–Businesses to help you with financial organization and freedom.

November: Gratitude–A holiday shopping resource guide.

Jan: Love and Inspiration–Businesses and expos to help you plan your healthy lifestyle.

March: Green–All things green with recycling, outdoors and pets.

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resource directory ACUPUNCTURISTS Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal 504-866-8497 121 Claiborne Ct, New Orleans, LA 70121 Acupuncture Clinic-Acupuncture 504-454-9979 4213 Teuton St, Metairie, LA 70006 Acupuncture and Herbal Center 504-780-0807 3399 W Esplanade Ave, Metairie, LA 70002 Acupuncture Wellness Center 504-362-8020 3712 MacArthur Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70114 Audubon Acupuncture & Herbs 504-522-8868 3316 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH, REIKI, ENERGY Akashic Reiki 504-233-8555 2372 St Claude Ave Suite 220, New Orleans, Center for Holistic and Alternative Therapies 504-517-2428 3501 Severn Ave Suite 16C&D, Metairie, LA Chiropractic Health Center & Hannan Wellness, 504-454-2000 101 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70001 Dr. Lam Kam 504-780-0807 3399 W Esplanade Ave, Metairie, LA 70002 Fresh Spiritual Wellness 970-946-0464

Meghan Hays Ayurveda, Pilates, and Reiki meghan@meghanhays.com Uptown, New Orleans Mollie Day Rolfing 504-655-3456 433 Metairie Rd #113, Metairie, LA 70005 Namastasia 716-997-4583 Audubon Park, 6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, Nikken Wellness Consultants 504-861-8213 2723 Octavia St, New Orleans, LA 70115 NOLA Hypnosis & Reiki 504-217-1322 2372 St Claude Ave #220, New Orleans, LA Oakheart Wellness 504-250-7477 4438 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Crescent City Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, 504-407-5909 4322 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Hakkoryu Shindokai Dojo 504-432-9844 2325 N Hullen St #101, Metairie, LA 70001

Family Medicine & Acupuncture 504-464-4141 527 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA 70065

Harmonious You LLC 855-398-6405 8006 Nelson St, New Orleans, LA 70125

Integrated Pain and Neuroscience 504-300-9020 New Orleans and Metairie Locations

Heal Your Spirit & Empower Your Life!

504-352-6418 723 Hillary St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Karin Rohland, Licensed Acupuncturist 541-592-9318 2735 Urquhart St, New Orleans, LA 70117

Healing Room for Massage, Reiki, Hypnosis 7315 Birch St, New Orleans, LA 70118

The Wellness Centre 225-229-6107 Multiple locations: www.wellnesscentrebr.com

HealthArt Integrative Medicine 504-534-8757 3800 Houma Blvd #335a, Metairie, LA 70006

Theratique 504-270-9618 4440 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Kim Acupuncture Clinic 713-319-7593 8021 Green St, New Orleans, LA 70118 Libre Wellness Acupuncture 415-568-0004 301 Basin St, New Orleans, LA 70119 Lotus Acupuncture Clinic 504-912-3456 1308 Manhattan Blvd Suite B, Harvey, LA 70058 Love Acupuncture 504-323-5009 2901 Ridgelake Dr #106, Metairie, LA 70002 New Orleans Acupuncture 504-717-5111 4608 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115 New Orleans Five Element Acupuncture with Massage, 504-388-0405 6220, 710 Gallier St, New Orleans, LA 70117 New Orleans Medical Acupuncture 504-780-2766 4836 Wabash St, Metairie, LA 70001 Nola Family Acupuncture 504-715-2317 9531 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70123

Holistic Healing in Metairie 504-202-0695 3924 Barron St, Metairie, LA 70002 Holistic Life Solutions Colonics 504-885-8800 4401 Veterans Memorial Blvd #2000, Metairie Insights 504-832-4096 2412 Athania Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70001 Intuitive Energy Medicine 510-461-3661 3900 General Taylor, New Orleans, LA 70125 Irene Sebastian, MD 504-838-9804 401 Veterans Memorial Blvd # 203, Metairie, LA Iridescence Healing Crystal Reiki 323-348-8441 4932 Prytania St Suite D, New Orleans, LA

Reiki NOLA 504-450-1699 4436 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70119 The Joy of Wellness 985-373-8128 Magazine St, New Orleans

Your Complete Life Coach 504-408-1316 New Orleans, LA FITNESS CENTERS 504 Fitness 504-373-6611 2600 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA 70119 Authentic Strength and Performance Institute 504-304-4331 616 N Causeway Blvd, Metairie, LA 70001 Awakenings Pole & Aerial Fitness 504-226-8099 1405 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70112 BAM Fitness 504-296-7711 3814 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA 70001

Jacqueline Burton, Holistic health Coach 518-312-9332

Barre3 Old Metairie 504-301-2017 600 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70005

Massage NOLA Healer 504-621-8054 1735 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA

Big Easy Fitness LLC 504-407-0834 2401 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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resource directory Body B Fit 504-265-8707 1010 Common St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Iron Tribe Fitness Downtown NOLA 504-522-5454 733 St Joseph St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Revolution Fitness 504-570-6333 2800 Veterans Memorial Blvd #100, Metairie

Body in Motion Fitness and Dance Studio 504-889-8344 3924 Barron St, Metairie, LA 70002

Jazzercise Metairie Kenner Fitness Center 504-464-4600 8847 Veterans Memorial Blvd. J, Metairie, LA

Romney Studios 504-895-1167 5619 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

CHRONOS Body Health Wellness 504-267-4549 3200 N Arnoult Rd, Metairie, LA 70002

Lagniappe CrossFit 504-717-0204 2168 Agriculture St a, New Orleans, LA 70122

Salire Fitness Wellness 504-821-4896 214 N Jefferson Davis Pkwy, New Orleans, LA

Church’s Karate Martial Arts Academy 504-309-6138 4716 Paris Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122

LSU Health Fitness & Wellness Center 504-619-9960 2220 Constitution St, New Orleans, LA 70114

Salvation Fitness 504-896-2200 2917 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

City Surf Fitness New Orleans 504-281-4174 5924 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Mid City Martial Arts & Fitness Academy 504-309-7018 4910 Banks St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Simply Fit 504-269-9990 4825 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Crescent Aerial Arts 504-975-1064 4430 Euphrosine St, New Orleans, LA 70125

New Orleans Athletic Club 504-525-2375 222 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70112

SMX Personal Training 504-236-4121 735 Octavia St, New Orleans, LA 70115

CrossFit Algiers 504-324-5484 4804 General Meyer Ave, New Orleans, LA

New Orleans Riverside Fitness Center 504-619-9960 2220 Constitution St, New Orleans, LA 70114

St. Charles Avenue Athletic Club 504-523-2582 1600 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130

CycleBar NOLA Uptown 504-321-7595 3823 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

New State Fitness 504-201-1513 4415 N Interstate 10 Service Rd W, Metairie

Supra CrossFit Body Transformation Center 504-292-1981 3519 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Cypress Fitness 504-484-9422 625 Celeste St Suite 404, New Orleans, LA

Orange Theory Fitness, Multiple Locations: www.orangetheoryfitness.com

Sweat Factory 504-994-3822 2575 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70001

Downtown Fitness Center NOHC 504-754-1101 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 Footprints to Fitness info@FootprintsToFitness.com 1001 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124 Franco’s Health Club and Spa 504-218-4637 Multiple Locations: www.francosmagazinest.com French Riviera Fitness of Metairie 504-454-5855 3908 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA 70002 Galleria Fitness Center 504-218-5128 1 Galleria Blvd #800, Metairie, LA 70001 GeauxFit Training 504-462-8058 4304 Firestone Rd, Metairie, LA 70001 Goldring-Woldenberg JCC - Metairie 504-887-5158 3747 W Esplanade Ave, Metairie, LA 70002 Higher Power 504-302-7497 514 City Park Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 Hour Blast 504-897-7877 105 Focis St, Metairie, LA 70005

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Peak Forever 504-401-4745 4500 Magazine St #4, New Orleans, LA 70115 Planet Fitness 504-304-8642 100 N Labarre Rd, Metairie, LA 70001 Pole Perfect Fitness 504-322-3878 333 Canal St, 3rd Floor, New Orleans, LA 70130 Premier Fitness 504-309-5252 Multiple Locations: www.bepremierfit.com Prime Fitness RX 504-402-1996 607 Julia St, New Orleans, LA 70130 Pro Fitness Trainers 504-432-5188 4600 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115 Pure Barre 504-324-9321 701 Metairie Rd Suite 101-2A, Metairie, LA Pure Fitness & Yoga 504-615-8164 5590 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124 Recreation and Fitness Center 504-280-6357 2000 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70148

The Barre Code 504-900-1770 787 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124 The Parks Health & Fitness 504-288-7275 111 Robert E Lee Blvd, New Orleans, LA TITLE Boxing Club Metairie 504-510-5000 5029 Veterans Memorial Blvd B, Metairie, LA Triumph Krav Maga Metairie 504-324-5705 2949 Veterans Boulevard A1, Metairie, LA Uptown Fitness 504-962-7362 4834 Pitt St, New Orleans, LA 70115 Youfit Health Clubs 504-312-4197 3066 Holiday Dr, New Orleans, LA 70131 HEALTHY FOOD, JUICE, SMOOTHIE, VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN A&J Healthy Lifestyles, LLC 504-231-4802 3350 Ridgelake Dr #200, Metairie, LA 70002 Carmo 504-875-4132 527 Julia St, New Orleans, LA 70130

resource directory Chomp Nola chompnola.com City Greens 504-323-2900 Multiple Locations: www.eatcitygreens.com Good Karma Café 504-401-4698 2940 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119 Green Goddess 504-301-3347 307 Exchange Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130 Max Well, New Orleans 504-301-0510 6101 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118 Meals From The Heart Café 504-525-1953 1100 N Peters St #13, New Orleans, LA 70116 New Orleans Food Co-Op 504-264-5579 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 Salads Galore & More 504-240-6552 7011 Read Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127 Seed 504-302-2599 1330 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70130 Smoothie Time 504-309-5126 100 N Labarre Rd Suite D, Metairie, LA 70002 Sneaky Pickle 504-218-5651 4017 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 Sprout & Press 504-324-9685 4525 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115 Superfood Bar 504-891-7733 4113 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115 SWEGS Kitchen 504-301-9196 Multiple Locations: www.swegskitchen.com The Daily Beet 504-605-4413 1000 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70113 The Green Fork 504-267-7672, Multiple Locations: www.thegreenforknola.com Green To Go 504-460-3160 400 Poydras St #130, New Orleans, LA 70130

HEALTH/LIFE COACHES

NUTRITIONISTS/DIETITIANS

CHRONOS Body Health Wellness 504-267-4549 3200 N Arnoult Rd, Metairie, LA 70002

Bouvier Virginia M 504-821-2601 2601 Tulane Ave # 500, New Orleans, LA

Crescent City Coach 504-259-7726 7121 Walmsley Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125

Casso’s Wellness Store & Gym 504-888-3077 3308 Cleary Ave, Metairie, LA 70002

Ideal health New Orleans 504-327-2650 7211 Regent Street c, New Orleans, LA 70124

Corey Walsh: Real Life Nutritional Counseling 504-214-5003 704 Adams St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Jackie Dixon VLX Life Coaching 424-272-7042 1420 Annunciation St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Danielle Paciera, RD CCN 504-889-8771 5002 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Jaelynn Consulting 504-722-8786 4401 Fiesta St, New Orleans, LA 70131

DexaFit New Orleans 504-900-1685 3820 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Laura Garbers Life Coach 504-453-5518 26 Grand Canyon Dr, New Orleans, LA 70131

Emily Van Eck, MS, RDN 504-321-1016 3515 Dumaine St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Myers Life Coaching 504-641-4244 1 Galleria Blvd #1900, Metairie, LA 70001

Gloria J Maisano Registered 504-887-0845 2810 David Dr, Metairie, LA 70003

Pivotal Perspectives Coaching 512-298-9021 1030 Nashville Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115

Jessica Schultis, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist 504-455-2031 4720 S I-10 Service Rd W #206, Metairie, LA

HYPNOTHERAPY Absolute Changes, Now 504-467-1294 2523 Illinois Ave, Kenner LA 70062 Delta Hypnosis Center 504-392-1021 5615 Wimbledon Ct, New Orleans LA 70131 Freedom Hypnosis Center 504-454-3123 3501 N Causeway Blvd Metairie LA 70002 Lauland Hypnotherapy 504-454-6044 3108 Cleary Ave # 212, Metairie LA 70002 New Orleans Past Life Regression 504-473-3581 424 Barracks Street #B, New Orleans LA Nola Hypnosis & Reiki 504-217-1322 2372 St Claude Ave #220, New Orleans LA Oakheart 504-250-7477 4438 Canal St, New Orleans LA 70119 Theratique 504-270-9618 4440 Canal St, New Orleans LA 70119 William Arendell 504-358-0377 716 Adams St, New Orleans LA 70118

Kash’s Nutrition 504-780-9696 4433 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA Leigh A. Kamerman Burns, RD 504-412-1860 2025 Gravier Street Suite 613, New Orleans MedLoss 504-322-2618 4033 Veterans Memorial Blvd suite e, Metairie NOLA Nutrition & Weight Loss Solutions 504-451-6307 1539 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70005 Patricia S. Skinner, RD 504-556-7201 1555 Poydras Street Suite 1300, New Orleans Planet Nutrition 504-266-2093 8700 W Judge Perez Dr # W, Chalmette, LA Sustainable Eating, LLC 818-937-4999 Women and Men’s Nutrition & Weight Control Center, 504-885-6776 115 Metairie Rd suite a, Metairie, LA 70005

resource directory WEIGHT LOSS Aspen Clinic 504-367-3537 Multiple Locations: www.theaspenclinic.com Body By Vi 504-296-3351 1620 Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70130 Cleveland Medical Clinic 504-371-8612 4700 Wichers Dr #102, Marrero, LA 70072 Ideal 504-460-9294 331 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124 Ideal Health New Orleans 504-327-2650 7211 Regent Street c, New Orleans, LA 70124 Jenny Craig Weight Loss Center 504-455-3881 3535 Severn Ave #3, Metairie, LA 70002 Medi-Weightloss 504-325-2315 2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 230, New Orleans, LA MedLoss 504-322-2618 4033 Veterans Memorial Blvd suite e, Metairie Moore Metabolics 504-400-0721 3100 Galleria #300, Metairie, LA 70001 New Image Medical Weight Loss 504-994-6118 4700 Wichers Dr #207, Marrero, LA 70072 NOLA Nutrition & Weight Loss Solutions 504-451-6307 1539 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70005 Plexus Slim New Orleans 504-410-5462 Quick Trim Clinic 504-887-0730 4937 Hearst St #2l, Metairie, LA 70001 Soza Weight Loss 504-322-4720 Multiple Locations: www.weightlosslouisiana.com TruVision Health Weight Loss 504-206-2100 Kenner, LA YOGA & PILATES STUDIOS Aaron Lind Yoga 504-494-0265 908 Pontalba St, New Orleans, LA 70124 Ashtanga Yoga Room 504-813-3738 2521 Jena St, New Orleans, LA 70115

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Audubon Yoga Studio 504-914-3999 511 Octavia St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Starlight Ballroom Dance 504-889-0906 5050 W Esplanade Ave # L, Metairie, LA 70006

Balance Yoga and Wellness New Orleans 504-309-9618 120 S Cortez St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Swan River Yoga 504-301-3134 Multiple Locations: www.swanriveryoga.com

Bikram Yoga New Orleans 504-265-8441 638 Julia St, New Orleans, LA 70130

The Church of Yoga 504-827-1421 1480 N Rocheblave St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Body In Motion Fitness and Dance Studio 504-889-8344 3924 Barron St, Metairie, LA 70002

The Pilates and Yoga Loft 504-836-0005 617 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70005

Franco’s Health Club and Spa 504-218-4637 Multiple Locations: www.francosmagazinest.com

Transform NOLA 985-640-2648 8509 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Free To Be Power Yoga 504-407-0819 4609 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Wild Lotus Yoga Uptown 504-899-0047 Multiple Locations: www.wildlotusyoga.com

Freret Street Yoga 504-899-1142 4608 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Yes,Yoga.

504-605-3347 8338 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Grace Pilates and Yoga 504-345-2481 1213 N Causeway Blvd, Metairie, LA 70001

Yoga and You Anywhere 504-460-1440 2628 Metairie Lawn Dr #205, Metairie, LA

Higher Power 504-302-7497 514 City Park Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

Yoga Bywater yogabywater@gmail.com 900 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117

Itsy Bitsy Yoga New Orleans 504-344-1661 8422 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Yoga Village Studio 504-782-4432 787 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124

Live Oak Yoga 504-232-1885 6113 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Magnolia Yoga Studio 504-302-2304 301 Basin St #2, New Orleans, LA 70112 Nola Pilates 504-483-8880 140 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124 Nola Yoga Loft 504-481-4249 2042 Magazine Street, Uppr Lvl, New Orleans Premier Fitness 504-309-5252 Multiple Locations: www.bepremierfit.com Pure Fitness & Yoga 504-615-8164 5590 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124 Reyn Studios: New Orleans Yoga 504-510-4348 725 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130 Shanti Yoga Shala 310-435-6098 3528 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

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ing a CravBurger?

Veggie Burger. Easy to find on menus and grocery shelves, veggie burgers are more popular than ever. But beware of ingredients like canola or corn oil, caramel coloring and hydrolyzed protein as they negate the nutrition.

TRY ONE OF THESE HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO RED MEAT

By Michele Robert Poche

Beans. Black beans, lentils, chickpeas and fava beans (the last two can be used to create falafel) all make great substitutes in burger patty recipes.

And bonus! They’re higher in fiber and lower in calories.

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amburgers. They’re available on just about every corner. They’re a staple on most family dinner tables. And, well, sometimes there’s just nothing better than a good, old-fashioned burger. Well, except when you’re looking out for your health.

According to the American Heart Association, red meat has more cholesterol and saturated (bad) fat than many other foods that can be used to create amazing substitutes for the classic burger. Even if you are doing a Keto or Paleo diet, you will want to pay attention to healthy fats. If your burger contains red meat, make sure it is lean Angus. If you don’t want to

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Fish. Heart-healthy and chock full of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon, tuna and amberjack all perform well as filets on the grill.

Or they can be chopped and combined with other ingredients to make patties (see recipe).

SALMON PATTIES … MADE EASY

switch cold turkey, try cutting your red meat with one of these substitutions.

No one says you have to go all in at once.

Turkey. Ground turkey makes an impressive facsimile for ground beef in almost any recipe. Be sure to look for 90% lean or higher varieties made with white meat (turkey breast) to keep the saturated fat levels down.

• 15 oz. canned salmon • 1 tablespoon onion powder • 1 egg • ½ cup whole grain flour • 1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice • Salt & pepper to taste • 3 cups butter • ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs

B lend first six ingredients in a bowl and shape into patties. C oat both sides evenly with cornmeal.  F ry patties in melted butter on medium until brown (5 minutes per side).

Keep fish from sticking AND give it extra flavor by grilling it between two large slices of onion. Little to no oil is needed so you’ll save calories and fat. And be sure to preheat your grill for faster, more even cooking (15 minutes for gas and 30 for charcoal).

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