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We are in this TOGETHER I am COMMITTED to showing up for YOU, but you have to SHOW UP for YOURSELF. I realized we can ONLY provide people with TOOLS, but whether or not they USE it is entirely up to the INDIVIDUAL. Today's Presentation was POWERFUL, here's a SNEAK PEAK of our class. Hope to see you at a upcoming event
I'm sure you all know about bulletproof coffee but today, I'm going to be sharing with you my better-than-Bulletproof-coffee Matcha Latte recipe made with almond milk and ghee. This is perfect for those who don't drink coffee but still want an energizing drink without all the crashing! Check out the recipe below!
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DIRECTIONS:
On medium-high heat, warm almond milk until a simmer. Add all ingredients in. Stir until everything is dissolved and evenly distributed. Pour in a cup and enjoy hot or cold!
On this week’s episode of #KitchenHustle, we were joined by model/entrepreneur Crosby Tailor! Crosby is the CEO of Tailord Life but is also killing it in different fields but today he came to let me try his infamous cookies which contain no sugar, gluten, or grain but were absolutely DELICIOUS! If you ever come across them, be sure to try them.
Crosby's cookies he made only hours before the shoot
Crosby also shared with us 3 simple bio-hacks:
But most importantly, Crosby's known for the saying: Eat Dessert, Burn Fat. I know you're probably thinking what?! But check out the episode below and find out why Crosby says this is totally possible!
Below is a Sinless Cinnamon Roll recipe from Tailord Life.
INGREDIENTS:
DOUGH
FILLING
COCONUT ICING
CROSBY’S PROBIOTIC ICING
DIRECTIONS:
For dough, whisk wet ingredients first followed by dry ingredients. Mold into a ball. Place ball onto wax paper. Cover with another sheet of wax paper. Roll out ball over the wax paper to create a long rectangular sheet. Remove the top wax paper.
For filling, add all dry ingredients first into a cup. Then add egg yolks and coconut milk. Stir until there is a thick consistency. Spread filling onto rolled out dough. (Optional: Place dough in fridgeto set before proceeding) Begin rolling dough, without wax paper, into a log shape but be careful to not let the wax paper tear. Cover with wax paper and place in freezer for 20 minutes.
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Remove cinnamon roll from freezer and cut into 8 slices. Place in a pan covered with ghee and bake for 12 minutes.
While waiting, make the icing to top the rolls. Add dry ingredients of icing in a cup, followed by wet ingredients. Stir and set in fridge until rolls are ready. When rolls are done baking, remove, and eat hot or set in fridge to set. Pipe icing onto cinnamons rolls when ready to eat!
Here the BEAUTY mask recipe many celebrities use in Hollywood to stay looking flawless, especially during award season. The BEST part about it, is that it has only 3 ingredients, and its completely natural. The Oscars are finally here so I'm sharing this super simple raw honey greek yogurt mask that will leave your skin feeling silky smooth! Make sure you follow up with a moisturizer and you'll be Oscar ready!
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Yogurt naturally helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles from forming. The lactic acid in yogurt will help dissolve dead skin and tighten pores. The thick greek yogurt consistency helps it stay on.
Honey is naturally antibacterial, so it's great for acne treatment and prevention. Aging: Full of antioxidants, it is great for slowing down aging. Complexion boost: It is extremely moisturizing and soothing, so it helps create a glow.
Blackhead treatment: It may sound too good to be true, but because lemons are antibacterial, they can help treat acne. Just slice a lemon, and squeeze the juice on face. Skin brightener: Lemons are rich in vitamin C and citric acid, so they can help brighten and lighten your skin when used over time.
Post Mask Regimen:
INSTRUCTIONS:
Mix ingredients together in a bowl. Slather onto face. (Optional: Place a sheet mask over) Wait for 15 minutes then rinse off. Follow with daily moisturizer mixed with a few drops of argan oil. STAY FLAWLESS!
COLLAGEN DRAGONFRUIT MANGO SMOOTHIE
Looking for a boost in the morning or after a workout? This dragonfruit pineapple smoothie with Neocell Super Collagen will help you! Not only is it absolutely refreshing, it's also filled with vitamin B and fiber. Just look at that gorgeous purple color!
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Blend & GLOW!
In ancient Chinese practice Qi Gong is the practice of balance your CHI also known as your life force energy. Qi energy comes from the universe, and protects our immune system. Some ways our Qi gets blocked are negative thought patterns, draining your energy with sexual activity that does not align with your energy rather it depletes you of chi. The good thing is that we can all recharge our chi and get rid of blockages that don't serve us. We can create and envision a energetic field that protects us especially when you are in environments with large amounts of people. Chi is similar to Auras, when you can feel someone's energy before meeting them, or feel their energy based on how they speak on the phone. There are also people called energy vampires that are not aware but they drain you when you are around them, the focus on the negative and constantly is in a negative state of mind. Reality shows with gossip and fighting is a perfect example, this distracts your alignment and gets rid of your focus and clarity. Watching too much garbage TV creates turbulence internally and stays in our subconscious which ultimately affects your blueprint. Some ways to increase or restore your chi, eating a well balance diet, mushrooms such as reishi, shilajit, ashwanga, maca, goji Berries, cacao, are all adaptogsns that helps your body rebalance. Exercise, meditate, get enough rest. SUPERFOODS I TAKE
7 WAYS TO INCREASE YOUR CHI:
REFRESHING, GLUTEN-FREE VEGGIE TOPPED TOAST
If you're looking for a snack that is equal parts delicious as it is simple to make, I've got you covered! This gluten-free snack is light, refreshing, and perfect for anyone who is craving something fresh but with a tight schedule.
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Divide each slice of bread into 4 pieces. Spread marinara sauce evenly on bread. Mix salad, cucumber and tomatoes in a bowl with olive oil, red wine vinaigrette, salt and pepper. Top pieces of bread with veggie mix. Sprinkle corn and add a extra dollop of marinara sauce. Add nuts on top for a crunch! Enjoy the toast cold or warm in the oven at 275° for 5 minutes.
CHOCOLATE AVOCADO MOUSSE
It may not be Valentine's Day anymore but that doesn't mean we can't continue indulging on chocolate! The only difference is that this chocolate mousse is made with avocados and Medjool dates so you can satisfy your cravings without all that guilt!
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INSTRUCTIONS:
In a food processor, blend all ingredients until there is a smooth texture. Spoon into a bowl and enjoy immediately or chill in fridge for about 10 minutes. Top with granola if desired.
Me and Cinema AND Spice Natasha & Julianna try the #OilPullChallenge you basically put one tablespoon your choice of oil in your mouth and swoosh for up to 20 minutes. This has been a remedy to help with detoxifying the body, whitening teeth, protect your gums, and fighting infections. Its hilarious to do this with friends and see who spits out first!
CHOCOLATE MINT BROWNIES
What could possibly make brownies even better? MINT! These chocolate mint brownies are perfect to make and give to someone you love or simply for yourself to indulge on this Valentine's Day. These brownies are made with Medjool dates and coconut milk so don't feel bad if you find yourself eating it all! They're SUPER easy to make so you can always make another batch!
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Mix Medjool dates, water, and vanilla extract in food processor under high speed. Once you have a paste consistency, add in cacao powder and almond meal and whirl on high until you have a dough consistency. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough to a 1/2 inch thickness. Set aside.
For the mint topping, place all ingredients in a medium size bowl and mix with a hand mixer for about a minute. Use a spatula and spread the mint topping over the rolled brownie dough. Chill in freezer for about 20 minutes. (OPTIONAL: Drizzle melted dairy-free chocolate chips on top.) For storage, keep in air-tight containers in the fridge or freezer.
I have been getting really into working out lately, and not just for physical fitness but the benefits for the mind as well. My workouts are not just for building muscles but also for MENTAL Creative Flow. I find myself coming up with the BEST ideas when I am breaking a sweat, it's almost like a form of meditation for me. It calms me down, puts things into perspective, and allows me to tap into my inspired VISION. Studies have shown that working out also releases endorphins which are FEEL GOOD chemicals to help shift our MOOD, releases STRESS hormones, and ultimately improves cognition. I am super excited for all amazing projects in the works, and all the amazing people I am BLESSED to be surrounded by. But I understand in order for me to have ENERGY, I need to make sure I FUEL my body with the correct nutrients. This is why I supplement with superfoods for peak performance. Here is a smoothie I usually drink POST-WORK, it super tasty!
POST-WORKOUT TURMERIC SMOOTHIE
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INSTRUCTIONS: BLEND. HUSTLE. REPEAT. #KitchenHustle
People keep asking where I get my superfoods. I found the highest quality for affordable prices here. I have created a Superfood Detox Bundle so you can save time looking all over the place. 10% OFF if you use code: "charles" lowercase. Only this week, don't miss out.
GOOD MORNING! Lifestyle Coach & Entrepreneur Jairek Robbins Shares with us his Morning Smoothie, and how he FUELS himself first thing in the morning! We do the SMOOTHIE DANCE and talk about his latest book "LIVE IT", how he almost died from Malaria, and how he transformed his MINDSET #KitchenHustle SEE RECIPE & VIDEO BELOW
JAIREK'S #KitchenHustle SMOOTHIE RECIPE:
If you are a HUSTLER you know we don't have all day to be in the kitchen. Time is money, when we are constantly on the go. We want to FUEL our bodies quickly with the nutrients so we can perform at OPTIMAL LEVELS This recipe is perfect for pre-workout, and energizes our brains cells. Here is our Avocado Almond Butter Smoothie Shared by Jairek Robbins Today on #KitchenHustle We talked about the importance of HEALTHY FATS especially to FUEL our brains cells for optimal Neuro functions By fueling our Neuro cells we improve our motor skills, memory, and ability to have better reflexes
Perfect for Valentine's Day or a Healthy Snack for All! Matcha has fat burning benefits, super high in antioxidants, and it looks absolutely stunning! Bring these to your next potluck and everyone will be in heaven! Sharing is Caring.
INGREDIENTS: (Makes 5-6 Dipped Strawberries)
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V Day Truffles by Cinema and Spice
These are the PERFECT #ValentinesDay Gift! And it's made with so many YUMMY Superfoods! Chocolate is the way to someone's heart, or at least mine! AHAHA My friends Natasha & Julianna from Cinema & Spice share their Chocolate Truffles Recipe with me!
Valentine Superfood Truffles
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Melt coconut oil in the microwave. Mix cocoa powder, raw honey, and coconut oil into almond meal. Shape small balls with your hands and dip into the toppings you’d like!
Follow: @CinemaAndSpice Stalk: Natasha & Julianna
What a better way to start off the Valentine's month then with a little raspberry coconut collagen chocolate bark! This recipe is super easy, and will be melt in your mouth yUMMY!
INGREDIENTS:
3 Tablespoon of Cacao Powder
3/4 Cup Coconut Oil
4 Tablespoon of Maple Syrup or Coconut Nectar
Pinch of Vanilla Bean Powder & Himalayan Sea Salt
2 Tablespoon of Almond Butter
3 Tablespoon of Almond Meal
2 Tablespoon of Dehydrated Raspberries
3/4 Cup Dried Large Coconut Flakes
INSTRUCTIONS:
Make chocolate sauce, then oil up a pyrex, add coconut flakes, then almond meal, pour in chocolate sauce, then almond butter, top with coconut flakes, and freeze for a good 1-2 hours. Cut and serve! ENJOY! :)
Had so much fun on our recent Whole Foods Market Cooking Classes! As some of you know I have been traveling all over to different locations hosting cooking classes. See Tour Dates Here Our cooking classes at Whole Foods Tarzana I shared my YUMMY Neocell Collagen Infused Recipes! SEE BELOW
COCONUT BASIL MUSHROOM YELLOW SQUASH PASTA
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Instructions:
Sautee Onions and Garlic, add in corn, curry paste, corn, mushrooms, and lime! Add in coconut milk, water, add spices, and noodles! Top with fresh chopped basil and sesame seeds!
COLLAGEN VEGGIE LENTIL SOUP
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Start in pot, high heat drizzle olive oil and place in garlic, onions, carrots, celery. Add in rest of veggies, spices, and put in liquids. Put cap on and let it cook on medium heat for 15 minutes. ENJOY!
VEGAN ALMOND JOY
INGREDIENTS
Coconut Bars
Chocolate Dip Layer
Add Your Choice of Nuts & Drizzle More Chocolate on Top
It's no secret that I LOVE Tacos! Especially black bean vegan tacos! These are so FREAKING good and EASY! Full Recipe Below
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On medium-high heat, drizzle olive oil and saute garlic, onions, sweet potato, pea protein crumble and black bean until taco filling is cooked. Season with soy sauce, nutritional yeast, cumin, salt, and pepper. In a bowl, mix tomatoes and avocado with olive oil, cilantro, honey, and lime. On a toasted tortilla, spread vegan mayo and spoon in taco filling. Top with cilantro, cheese, and lime juice.
Yellow Squash Flatbread by CharlesChen.tv
Seriously the BEST snack ever! I love a nice crispy flatbread! This is so quick and easy, plus filled with so much FLAVOR!
YELLOW SQUASH FLATBREAD
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Pre-heat oven to 350° F. Toast pine nuts over pan. On medium-high heat, drizzle olive oil and stir fry bell pepper and yellow squash with green onions. Season toppings with soy sauce, nutritional yeast, salt and pepper. Spread carrot ginger miso dressing onto flatbread. Add cheese, cooked toppings and chili flakes. Bake in oven for 15 minutes. When finished, top with cherry tomatoes, basil, and sprouts (optional)!
If you ever get tired of eating salads this is a perfect trick! Turn your salads into wraps! I found these amazing soy wraps that are low in carbs and gluten free!
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These are some of the most valuable lessons I learned from my so called failures, now I look at them as blessings in disguise. I go in depth of why I do what I do, my motivation, and also how I broke through and transformed my life! I talk about my childhood, my relationships, and how I tap into my full potential every morning. I share some of my life hacks for staying inspired, surrounding myself with high achievers, and remembering what is important in life.
