A Vegan Coconut Cream Recipe and February Simple Pure Whole Favorites: Health | Lifestyle | Happiness

It has been a full month of Simple | Pure | Whole^TM inspiration and I am loving my dedicated coaching clients who are working hard a building a healthy lifestyle to reach their goals! I hope you will join us for some upcoming opportunities including: 

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Simple Pure Whole Opportunities!

In the meantime, check out my favorite healthy recipes/foods/products/links/exercises/inspiration from the past month. My Favorites feature is a regular part of the Simple | Pure | Whole^TMBlog allowing me to share some great healthy solutions with you each month! 

I only share resources that I have personal experience with and can therefore recommend without reservation. Remember that each person is unique so check with your health care provider before making any major changes to your diet or lifestyle. This is not intended as medical advice. This post may contain affiliate links. Prices are the same for you and affiliate commission helps to support the maintenance of my blog so I can continue to bring you free, value-filled resources. Thank you for your support!

Here are some of my Simple | Pure | Whole^TM Healthy Favorites for February!

Favorite Ingredient: Coconut Cream

Favorite Inspirational Article: Early life exercise may promote lasting brain and metabolic health through gut bacterial metabolites

The 100 trillion microorganisms residing in our gastrointestinal tract contribute roughly 5 million additional genes to our genetic material as well as playing important metabolic and detoxification roles.  Microbial colonization of the gut shortly after birth is vital for the proper development of immune, neural and metabolic systems. As we age, sustaining a balanced, diverse gut flora populated with beneficial bacteria is necessary for maintaining optimal function of these systems. 

Source: Mika & Fleshner, 2016, Immunology & Cell Biology

Researchers found that gut microorganisms are especially malleable at a young age — though they were unable to pinpoint an exact age for when the gut microbe community is most likely to change. This study, published in Immunology and Cell Biology, suggests that exercising in your younger years may alter your microbiome, promoting brain health and metabolic activity.

Simple Pure Whole Solutions

Favorite Farmer’s Market Find: Blood Oranges

One of my favorite memories from my time studying abroad is Sicily is drinking gorgeous, sweet blood orange juice each morning!

The stunning jewel toned fruit is slightly tart, sweet and a bit berry-like in flavor. They make a beautiful, refreshing juice and are also perfect as a snack or dessert!

Oranges are rich in antioxidants including vitamin C, which supports the immune system and adrenal glands. The flavonids in citrus are great for helping to reduce inflammation to protect you from heart disease and other chronic illness.

Citrus also helps the body absorb iron, so try adding some oranges to your greens to absorb more plant-based iron. Vitamin C also helps boost collagen for smooth, healthy skin!

Simple Pure Whole Solutions

• Try adding them into your favorite winter salad for a boost of color, sweetness and vitamin C to keep away winter colds. 
• These Mini Blood Orange Tarts with Coconut Cream from One Green Planet are gluten-free, vegan and perfect for enjoying this month’s favorites!
• Try adding blood orange to your smoothies. I find it pairs especially well with savory spices like cinnamon or turmeric!
• Similarly, Blood Orange and Coconut Creamsicles from Pink Patisserie are perfect for a beautiful, sweet treat!

This Month’s Favorite Quotes:

Often we approach life from a place of fear and self-doubt. Where can you find more freedom in your heart? #thewholecur

The Past Month’s Features from The Simple | Pure | Whole^TM Blog:

Have you made your own coconut cream?

What is your favorite way to enjoy Blood Oranges?

Did you realize how many things impact your microbiome?

Please let me know in the comments below or on Facebook or Instagram if you have tried any of these or if you find something new you love so I can check it out!

If you enjoyed these healthy tips, I welcome you to join my free Insider’s Community for special offers, members-only opportunities, wellness news, recipes and more! 

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