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May 23, 2013 By Karajoz Coffee in Recipes, Articles
iwi coffee guru Derek Townsend has created a beautifully balanced Karajoz Brazilian Blend, to add to the success of Karajoz Organic – Fair Trade, Karajoz Strong Blend, and Karajoz Barista Blend.
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<p><span style="font-size: small;">But winter blues are no laughing matter. Cold mornings, dark evenings and less sunlight lead some people to feel down and stressed. Commonly known as the ‘winter blues’, more serious symptoms are widely accepted as seasonal affective disorder (SAD).</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">To help combat this, <strong>GO Healthy NZ</strong> introduces <strong>GO Healthy Mood Support</strong>; an easy to take 1-a-day supplement which supports a positive outlook and relaxed state of mind, without the drowsiness. By helping to maintain a positive mood, GO Healthy Mood Support is a beneficial aid for anyone wanting a natural mood balancing alternative.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Containing the amino acid L-Theanine, which is known to support balanced mood, mental focus, and helps reduce stress; L-Theanine supports healthy production of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin. As well as this, L-Theanine supports healthy alpha wave activity in the brain, for mental clarity and focus and that relaxed feeling of good mood and a sense of well-being.</span></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;">“GO Healthy Mood Support works well for those who are nervous about flying. It will help with pre travel jitters by supporting a state of calm and relaxation” says Janeen Howard – GO Healthy Medical Herbalist.<strong></strong></span></em></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff9900;">GO HEALTHY MOOD SUPPORT: </span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>RRP: $29.90 </strong><strong>(30VegeCaps)</strong></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>RRP: $47.90 </strong><strong>(60 VegeCaps)</strong><strong></strong></span></span></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;">Always read the label and take as directed. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.</span></em></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>EDITORS NOTE</strong>: GO Healthy Mood Support is available in GO Healthy VegeCapsules, made from non GMO vegetable cellulose and 100% free from animal products such as gelatine. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans, VegeCaps are easily digested, giving optimum absorption of ingredients. All GO Healthy products are made here in New Zealand, right down to the packaging.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>Stockist details: </strong>GO Healthy products are available at major pharmacies and Health stores nationwide. For further information or to locate your nearest stockist visit, </span><a href="http://www.gohealthynz.co.nz/"><span style="font-size: small;">www.gohealthynz.co.nz</span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> or call GO Healthy’s toll free information line to speak to a GO practitioner; PH 0508 466 9327</span></p> "Pin It")
May 15, 2013 By Go Healthy New Zealand in Hot Products, Articles
Winter blues are no laughing matter. Cold mornings, dark evenings and less sunlight lead some people to feel down and stressed. Commonly known as the ‘winter blues’, more serious symptoms are widely accepted as seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
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<p align="center"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>MEXICO</strong><strong> IS THE INSPIRATION; SOUP IS THE HERO… ARRIBA!</strong></span></span></p>
<p align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">ARTISANO INTRODUCE MEXICAN TOMATO & BEAN SOUP</span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Salsa. Chillies. Tequila. Sombreros! Fun and fiery are two words that spring to mind when we think of Mexico, and who can resist a bowl of spicy, winter-warming soup, so if we combine the two….</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>Artisano </strong>introduces a delicious debut by bringing two winning formulas together to create its <strong>Mexican Tomato & Bean Soup. </strong>Arriba!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Made locally in Auckland, this limited edition zesty vegetarian soup is 99% fat free, gluten-free and has no added preservatives! </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Divine on its own … or for a heartier dish, simply heat and serve <strong>Artisano Mexican Tomato & Bean Soup</strong> with chopped avocado, sour cream and corn chips with a squeeze of lime juice. This convenient, ready to serve soup will feed two people, giving you a healthy, wholesome family dish that’s affordable and so Mexico-delicious!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>Artisano</strong> is worthy of the fable of THE LEGEND OF LOS ARTISANO DE LA SOPA – the artisan of the soup! For this Mexican inspired taste sensation, you better hurry to your closest supermarket however, as this limited edition soup is only available until the end of September, so don’t miss out! </span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff6600;">ARTISANO MEXICAN TOMATO & BEAN SOUP </span></span></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff6600;">RRP: $ 4.99 (600 grams, serves two).</span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>STOCKISTS</strong>: Artisano Soups are available at most leading supermarkets and speciality food stores nationwide. For further stockist information, please phone 09 479 1100<span id="_marker"> </span></span></p> "Pin It")
May 15, 2013 By Artisano in Recipes, Hot Products, Articles
Artisano introduces a delicious debut by bringing two winning formulas together to create its Mexican Tomato & Bean Soup. Arriba!
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<p align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: small;">WHY A HEALTHY DIGESTIVE SYSTEM COULD BE THE SECRET TO GOOD HEALTH</span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">While bloating, cramping and diarrhoea would strike most as the obvious symptoms associated with digestive health, it’s now believed that a healthy gut could be more important to our general wellbeing than it’s ever been given credit for. You see, scientists have ascertained that the gut and the beneficial bacteria which inhabit it, play a critical role in immune function, in fact about 80% of immune function starts in the gut!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">These beneficial ‘friendly’ bacteria which inhabit the intestines are essential to a vast number of processes that occur here, perhaps the most important of which, as sniffles season approaches, is regulating our immune function.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff6600;"><em>“Beneficial gut bacteria have many important jobs to do, which include maintaining the lining of the intestines to protect against bad bacteria and foreign particles including ingested toxins all while supporting our immune system</em><em>’</em><em>s defences against harmful bugs,” says <strong>Rachel Dawson, Radiance® Naturopath </strong></em></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Supplementing a nutritious diet with a probiotic such as <strong>Radiance<sup>®</sup></strong> <strong>Pro-B<sup>®</sup> Immune</strong> is shown to help promote healthy microflora in the gut and support the body’s natural immunity through the colder months to combat ills and chills.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Clinically researched, <strong>Radiance<sup>®</sup> Pro-B<sup>®</sup> Immune</strong> is a four-strain formula that contains 4.5 billion colony forming units (live bacteria) in a shelf-stable form which means no refrigeration is required. </span></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-size: small;">Radiance ® Tips To keep the sniffles at bay;</span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">1: Get some early nights and take time to relax </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">2: Eat your veges - they provide lots of nutrients which support immune function!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">3: Keep your fluids up- water, herbal teas and trusty lemon and honey drinks.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">4: Do some regular exercise - it helps to keep stress (an immune enemy) levels </span><span style="font-size: small;">manageable</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">5: Cover those coughs, wash your hands and teach the kids to as well!</span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff6600;"><span style="font-size: medium;">RADIANCE PRO-B IMMUNE RRP: $28.90 for 30 capsules</span></span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>DIRECTIONS: </strong>Take one capsule daily. If symptoms persist, please consult your healthcare professional.<strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>STOCKIST DETAILS: </strong>Radiance® products are available at selected health stores and pharmacies throughout New Zealand. <strong></strong></span></p> "Pin It")
May 06, 2013 By Radiance in Hot Products, Articles
While bloating, cramping and diarrhoea would strike most as the obvious symptoms associated with digestive health, it’s now believed that a healthy gut could be more important to our general wellbeing than it’s ever been given credit for.
![](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http://easygreenliving.co.nz/news/the-collective-introduce-suckies-pouches.html&media=http://easygreenliving.co.nz/custom/image_files/photo_2734.jpg&description=<p><span style="font-size: small;">Parents are always on the lookout for good, all natural, on-the-go food …but alas, what is often good for the wee ones (and convenient for mum) doesn’t always taste good. Until now that is…</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>Introducing The Collective Suckies Pouches; 5 freezeable pouches full of fresh probiotic yoghurt and delicious fruit.</strong> <strong>The mess-free suckable pouches are perfect for both baby bags or kids lunchboxes - freeze overnight to keep the rest of the lunchbox contents chilled throughout the day. Made for eating on the mOOve anywhere, anytime… no bull! </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">These latest offerings from NZ’s number one gourmet yoghurt manufacturer, The Collective, are free of all nasties; no preservatives, artificial additives or added cane sugar. Instead each pouch is stuffed full of natures finest fruits combined with The Collective’s fresh smooth signature yoghurt. These gluten free snacks are so tasty we reckon these kiddie inspired treats won’t <em>only</em> be enjoyed by the young ones *wink*.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>SASSY STRAWBERRY</strong>: </span>If strawberry + cream gets ya mOOving, this sassy number is for you.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">TROPICAL:</span></strong> A mocktail of fruitiness so smoove you can almost feel the island breeze whisper through your hair.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #cc99ff;"><strong>HEILALA VANILLA </strong>: </span>Caution to vanilla lovers, the pure vanilla hit will have you singing “Oo'lala” all the way back to the fridge!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #ffcc00;"><strong>NOMMY BANANA</strong>:</span> This smoove number gives the perfect hit of banana goodness without the peel! But beware, it's highly addictive stuff.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #993366;"><strong>BLACKCURRANT AND APPLE</strong>:</span> Golly, blackcurrant just got groovy... add a splash of apple and voila, you're in the land of childhood classics.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>RRP: $1.99</strong><strong> </strong><strong>(100 grams)</strong></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>STOCKISTS </strong>: The Collective products are stocked at all good supermarkets and specialty food stores nationwide. To locate your nearest stockist or for further information visit The Collective website </span><a href="http://www.thecollective.com/"><span style="font-size: x-small;">www.thecollective.com</span></a></p> "Pin It")
May 06, 2013 By The Collective Dairy in Hot Products, Articles
Introducing The Collective Suckies Pouches; 5 freezeable pouches full of fresh probiotic yoghurt and delicious fruit. The mess-free suckable pouches are perfect for both baby bags or kids lunchboxes!
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<p><em>(Part 3 of 10 part ‘Super Food’ Series)</em></p>
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<p>Avocados are a great Super Food to incorporate into your diet. Packed with nutrients and easy to source, they can be combined into your diet in an endless number of ways!</p>
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<p><span style="color: #99cc00;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Avocado Fat Content</span></span></p>
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<p>Avocados are technically a fruit, however they are quite different from most fruits, as they are low in sugar and high in fat. They are rich in monounsaturated fat (a type of unsaturated fat). This is a healthy fat associated with good cardiovascular health. It can help to lower cholesterol levels, and may even help to boost good cholesterol levels in the body when replacing foods high in saturated fat. It also assists in the absorption of vitamins.</p>
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<p>As avocados are low in sugar, they are a low GI (glycemic index) food. They will provide your body with steady energy rather than causing your blood sugar levels to spike. This can assist with brain function and mood. And as avocados are high in fat, just a small amount, will provide your body with good satiety.</p>
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<p>Eat avocado in moderation, as it is high in calories. Just a small amount each day is sufficient. It is difficult to say how many calories there are in avocado as each fruit differs in size. However, half a medium size avocado is approximately 125 calories. For more specific nutritional information, check out <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.avocadocentral.com" target="_blank">www.avocadocentral.com</a></p>
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<p><span style="color: #99cc00;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Avocado Vitamins & Minerals</span></span></p>
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<p>Avocados contain a variety of minerals including potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and potassium. New Zealand soils tend to be low in minerals, so eating avocado is a great way to boost your mineral intake. Avocados also contain a number of vitamins and antioxidants including Vitamins A, B, C and E and they will boost your fibre intake.</p>
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<p>Simple ways to incorporate avocado into your diet are by spreading it on toast with a squeeze of lemon, adding it to sandwiches and salads, adding a few teaspoons to fruit smoothies, making guacamole dip with vege sticks, and even adding it to a chocolate mousse dessert! At a dinner party recently, I sampled a delicious chocolate avocado mousse. With a bit of coaxing, my friend passed on her favourite family recipe!</p>
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<p><span style="color: #99cc00;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Chocolate Avocado Mousse</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;">Ingredients:</span></p>
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<li>1 Ripe Banana (ensure it is not overripe)</li>
<li>1 Ripe Avocado</li>
<li>3-4 Tablespoons Cocoa (play around with the amount of cocoa depending on size of avocado)</li>
<li>Drizzle of Honey</li>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;">Method:</span></p>
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<li>Mix in a food processor. </li>
<li>Serve as is, or decorate with strawberries, chocolate chips or gorgeous colourful sprinkles for children! </li>
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<p><span style="color: #99cc00;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Baby Food</span></span></p>
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<p>Avocado also makes a fantastic food for babies due to its smooth and creamy consistency. If you are making your own baby food, add a little avocado to help fill your baby’s tummy or even stir a small amount into bought baby food.</p>
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<p>See also my article on <a href="http://www.easygreenliving.co.nz/news/are-almonds-good-for-you.html">Super Food Almonds – Are Almonds Good For You?</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.easygreenliving.co.nz/directory/energy--fitness-wellness-education.html">Andrea Bruce</a> is a Health & Fitness Writer and Lifestyle Coach. She has a holistic approach to health which encompasses Exercise, Nutrition, Quality Sleep and Mental Resilience.</p>
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October 23, 2012 By Energy Fitness & Wellness Education Ltd in Articles
Avocados are nutrient rich, packed with vitamins and minerals, low in sugar, contain healthy fats and are easy to source. You can even make a chocolate avocado mousse!
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<p>Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci, Gandhi, Abraham Lincoln and Vincent Van Gogh - what did these outstanding minds have in common?</p>
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<p>They all chose not to have any meat on their plates.</p>
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<p>They lived as vegetarians, a lifestyle choice on the rise as a preferred way of living. Joining this list is Bill Clinton, Orlando Bloom, Christian Bale, Claudia Schiffer, Mike Tyson, Samuel L Jackson, Ellen Degeneres, Stella McCartney and Anne Hathaway.</p>
<p><br />Our New Zealand list includes Anna Paquin, Gin Wigmore, Samantha Hayes, Denise L’Estrange-Corbet, NZ artist Askew One and 95bFM’s Richie Hardcore. They’re making part of a growing group of actors, musicians, artists and sports people switching over and opting for a healthy vegetarian lifestyle.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><br />“There are no challenges to being a veggie, only huge benefits to your health and wellbeing” Denise L’Estrange-Corbet, co-founder of fashion brand WORLD</strong></em></p>
<p><br />Going vegetarian is a great step, some people decide to do overnight, while others find it easier to do it gradually. Now more New Zealanders can take the step and give it a go with SAFE’s new Go Veg campaign, launching nationwide on November 1st.</p>
<p><br />A full website has been dedicated to guide Kiwis through this journey at <a href="http://www.goveg.org.nz/">www.goveg.org.nz</a>, and specially designed starter packs will be available for all those that pledge to Go Veg for 30 days. The packs are filled with delicious recipes, helpful tips and informative ways to live a healthy and compassionate lifestyle.</p>
<p><br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.goveg.org.nz" target="_blank">Register today</a> to get your <strong>Go Veg starter kit </strong>and be ready in time for November 1st when it all kicks off.</p> "Pin It")
October 12, 2012 By Go Veg in Hot Products, Articles
Going vegetarian is a great step, some people decide to do overnight, while others find it easier to do it gradually. Now more New Zealanders can take the step and give it a go with SAFE’s new Go Veg campaign, launching nationwide on November 1st.
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<p><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Why Should I Invest In A New Workout Pant?</span></span></strong></p>
<p>Investing in a new workout pant can help you look and feel great, motivating you to train harder. There is nothing quite like the perfect fitting pant! Think ‘workout pant for purpose’. The correct pant will ensure you are as comfortable as possible for your chosen form of exercise, and that your legs have the appropriate range of movement, so that you can get on with making the most of your workout! A high quality moisture-wicking fabric will also ensure that you stay warm and dry and will ‘wash and wear’ better. Gone are the days of cotton workout shorts!</p>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Types of Workout Pants</span></span></strong></p>
<p>There are many different types of workout pants available and it can be confusing knowing where to start. What is your budget? Can you afford to have different pants for different activities? While this is most ideal, your budget may dictate a multi-purpose pant.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #00ccff;"><span style="font-size: small;">Crosstrainer Pants</span></span></strong></p>
<p>A multi-purpose crosstrainer pant will take you from classes at the gym, to a short run or bike ride and then to the supermarket. It runs the length of your leg, from your waist to your ankle and has a narrow leg. Every good sports store offers a version of a crosstrainer pant.</p>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #00ccff;"><span style="font-size: small;">Run Pants</span></span></strong></p>
<p>If you are running more seriously, you will require a proper run pant. This is a tight fighting pant that usually sits snugly at the waist and comes in a variety of lengths. If running outdoors in the winter, a long insulated run pant will be suitable. A short pant will be better for summer.</p>
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<p><span style="color: #00ccff;"><strong><span style="font-size: small;">Yoga Pants</span></strong></span></p>
<p>Yoga pants often have a long and pretty bootleg, a particularly flattering style to wear. Some sit at the hip, while others sit at the waist. There are even designs with a fold-over top, especially comfortable, and practical for pregnant women, allowing for their growing bellies.</p>
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<p><span style="color: #00ccff;"><strong><span style="font-size: small;">Cycling Pants</span></strong></span></p>
<p>Cycling pants usually sit just above the knee allowing the knees to move freely. They are available with padded bottoms, to make cycling for longer periods more comfortable.</p>
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<p><span style="color: #00ccff;"><strong><span style="font-size: small;">Compression Pants</span></strong></span></p>
<p>Compression pants are high performance pants, often worn by top athletes. They are tight fitting and hold your leg muscles onto the bone, working to isolate muscle movement. They operate to increase blood flow to your leg muscles, which can assist in reducing lactic acid build in the muscle. They also work to reduce muscle fatigue and muscle tearing. A compression pant has superior technology behind it and is therefore usually more expensive.</p>
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<p><span style="color: #3366ff;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">Workout Pant Brand Ideas!</span></strong></span></p>
<p>2XU has a great selection of compression and run pants. I like their Gilder Thermal pant for colder weather and their Dash Bell pant for yoga. They also have a great selection of high performance run pants in a variety of lengths.</p>
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<p>A relative newcomer to the market in New Zealand is Ayami which is a fresh and fun brand. Their Rouche Tight is clever with pretty ties at the bottom, allowing for an adjustable length. Very practical! You may need to go down in a size in this pant. Find Ayami at Platinum, Sterling Sports, Rebel and Shoe Clinics in New Zealand.</p>
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<p>lululemon athletica has a large selection of workout pants. They successfully combine performance and function with fashion, offering a number of styles with pretty colourful trims and fabrics. Check out their run pants that have funky bands of colour down the sides or at the bottom. Their famous Groove yoga pant is an amazing design guaranteed to make anyone’s bottom look smaller – what a clever style! They have some great styles for pregnant women. And check out their latest bright neon pants in purple and yellow, which are reversible, giving you two pants for one price.</p>
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<p>There are options for every budget. For more basic and economic styles, check out run pants at Cotton Body, and crosstrainer and yoga pants at The Warehouse. And look for pants that have a zip pocket to pop your key or some money in. And don’t forget to let your workout pants dry naturally, rather than putting them in the dryer. You will extend their life considerably by doing this.</p>
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<p>A new workout pant is sure to see you meeting your exercise goals sooner!</p>
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<p>See also my articles <a href="http://www.easygreenliving.co.nz/news/3-reasons-to-invest-in-a-new-workout-outfit.html" target="_blank"><em>3 Reasons To Invest In A New Workout Outfit</em></a> and <a href="http://www.easygreenliving.co.nz/news/how-to-choose-a-sports-bra.html" target="_blank"><em>How To Choose A Sports Bra</em></a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.easygreenliving.co.nz/directory/energy--fitness-wellness-education.html">Andrea Bruce</a> is a Health & Fitness Writer and Lifestyle Coach. She has a holistic approach to health which encompasses Exercise, Nutrition, Quality Sleep and Mental Resilience.</p>
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September 15, 2012 By Andrea Bruce, Lifestyle Coach, Energy Fitness and Wellness Education Ltd in Articles
How to choose the perfect workout pant. Invest in your health and make the most of your training session!
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<p><span style="font-size: medium;">Eco friendly coffee goes to new levels… </span></p>
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<p>As we roll into daylight savings this weekend, the bare chicks are all looking forward to longer evenings; which means no excuses for not getting outdoors and getting into some exercise. One business who’s taking their exercise regime to a whole new level is a UK business who uses their pedal power, to power their business…literally.</p>
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<p>Designed in London, the Velopresso is offering mobile coffee, powered by the bicycle wheels the machine rests upon. The startup was created by Amos Field Reid and Lasse Oiva, who developed a customised trike and coffee machine hybrid.</p>
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<p>While the device can be used to ride the espresso maker around the city, once it’s set up, the gears can then be switched from powering the cycle, to powering a grinder for a fresh cup of coffee. Hot water comes from an onboard gas powered boiler, means that no power is required at all!</p>
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<p>Pedal power has proven to be a versatile way for businesses to add an eco-friendly touch to their operations, with hotels, cinemas and even prisons employing the idea … wonder if any of our local cafes might take up this inspiration … we wouldn’t complain if a coffee was magically delivered to us directly at our offices? (hint hint!!)</p>
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<p>bare.pr is New Zealand’s leading organic and eco friendly PR company. Specialising in beauty, health and lifestyle products, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.barepr.co.nz" target="blank">bare.pr</a> supports businesses who choose to make a difference to our environment.For more information, visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.barepr.co.nz" target="_blank">www.barepr.co.nz</a></p>
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September 28, 2012 By Barepr in Articles
Designed in London, the Velopresso is offering mobile coffee, powered by the bicycle wheels the machine rests upon.
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<p>Almonds are classified as a Super Food. They are nutrient rich, high in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, protein and monounsaturated fat, the healthy fat associated with good cardiovascular health. They contain the same fat found in olive oil and avocado and can help to maintain healthy cholesterol levels.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>Almonds Weight Loss</strong></span></p>
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<p>In addition to their Super Food qualities, almonds are portable, tasty, low GI, low in sugar and just a handful will provide you with satiety. Carry them in your handbag or gym bag, and keep some at your desk. You will be less inclined to purchase unhealthy processed snacks when busy, if you are organised!</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>Almond Health Benefits</strong></span></p>
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<p>Almonds contain Vitamins thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, biotin, folate, B6, B12 and E, an important antioxidant. They contain Minerals calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium and zinc. New Zealand soils tend to be lacking in minerals so eating almonds is a great way to boost your mineral intake. And almonds contain zero cholesterol.</p>
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<p>23 raw or natural almonds contain about 160 calories. Sugar coated or roasted almonds cooked in oil, are much higher in calories. Almonds should be eaten in moderation so purchase small bags or prepare small serving sizes. Just a handful will give you a great energy boost and feelings of fullness.</p>
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<p>Add sliced almonds to cereals, salads, smoothies or on top of desserts. Bake them to bring out their natural flavours by placing whole almonds on a baking sheet and baking at 175 degrees Celcius for 10 minutes. You will have a delicious crunchy snack.</p>
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<p>Almonds should be stored in a cool, dry place to avoid moisture and becoming mouldy. Stored in an airtight container, they will last 2-3 months. Or stored in a freezer they will last up to a year. Whole almonds will last longer than sliced almonds. If they start to go off, they will taste bitter and should be thrown out.</p>
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<p>So add some almonds to your shopping trolley, the next time you are at the supermarket, and keep them on hand for a healthy, nutritious snack. Feed your body with vitamins and minerals rather than nutrient-lacking processed foods. You will feel better and increase your quality of life by having more energy!</p>
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<p>Read my article <a href="http://www.easygreenliving.co.nz/news/what-is-a-super-food.html">What Is a Super Food?</a> <em>(Part 1)</em> or for more information check out <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.almondshealthbenefits.com" target="blank">www.almondshealthbenefits.com</a> or <a rel="nofollow" href="www.nutsforalmonds.com/nutrition.htm" target="blank">www.nutsforalmonds.com/nutrition.htm</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.easygreenliving.co.nz/directory/energy--fitness-wellness-education.html">Andrea Bruce</a> is a Health & Fitness Writer and Lifestyle Coach. She has a holistic approach to health which encompasses Exercise, Nutrition, Quality Sleep and Mental Resilience.</p>
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September 24, 2012 By Andrea Bruce, Lifestyle Coach, Energy Fitness & Wellness Education Ltd in Articles
Looking for a portable snack that doesn't require refrigeration, and is high in vitamins and minerals? Think almonds for practicality, weight loss and an energy boost!
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