When I was little I loved Orange Julius. As I became older and found out ingredients included regular sugar, dairy (and eggs?) I quickly fell out of love. I do, however, still love the flavors of creamy orange and vanilla together. So, David and I often make this...
In today’s episode we cover the recent USDA recommendations for nutrition. There were many positives but also a few really disappointing guidelines/recommendations in this revision. We talk about dreaded artificial sweeteners including what do I use versus what does...
In today’s episode we discuss the top 5 over-zealous weight loss actions that can actually cause you to gain weight or hold on to body fat. These 5 actions when avoided can transform your health experience. They are super simple and can be implemented in your life...
Today on the show we discuss a few different topics. Why is Oprah doing weight watchers and what I would do if I were Oprah. Is mass media accepting the plant forward movement? Plant based proteins are the new it food. What do kids think about dyes being removed from...
Al Jazeera’s report about alternative medicine professionals giving performance enhancing drugs to professional athletes came out last week. We discuss if large student loans could lead you to bad choices. The Healthy Rebel App is a top health trend for 2016!...
Amy cannot spell on social media and today is no exception. Today’s stories include: Does it taste better when you cook for yourself? Alcohol recommendations will be changing this year thanks to new research and does looking in the mirror change the taste of...
In our first episode of Healthy Rebel Radio we discuss why Amy’s face makes people angry. We cover how loving yourself sometimes means weight loss, new studies showing more dangerous and possibly life-threatening effects of sugar, is technology making children...
This Hot Apple Ginger Drink is perfect for those cooler days. I absolutely adore this drink for warming me from the inside out and as a substitution for coffee or tea (I haven’t drank coffee for over 3 years – If you want to know more about why and how...
This is my official first book club pick for 2016. I feel like I’m starting the DAMY Health Members Book Club off with a bang! Introducing Outwitting the Devil: The Secret to Freedom and Success by Napoleon Hill. Don’t be afraid of the title. By...
The color of this Purple Jewel Smoothie is beautiful, isn’t it? I love the deep rich jewel tones that beets and blueberries give smoothies. This year my focus is about sticking with what works and being firmly rooted in the basics. I hope that you come along...