As the holiday season is all about giving, I’m sharing my five favorite strategies on how to survive the next few weeks without much damage to your body and mind.

If this time of year brings more stress than joy, and you feel pressured to join all the festivities with work, friends and family then you’ll love these easy steps to a saner silly season.

Despite what the beauty industry wants your to believe, great-looking skin is never a result of expensive skin care products. It’s a direct reflection of what is going on on the inside. What you eat, how you move and what you think all impact how your skin looks.
 

I do not know about you but for me the combination of ripe, juicy berries and rich chocolate is simply irresistible!
 

This decadent and seriously tempting triple chocolate cake is raw, vegan, gluten and refined sugar free and does not contain any nastiness. Filled to the brim with goodness such as raw cacao, it tastes delicious and you can enjoy it totally guilt-free ;-). 

What is your first reaction when you hear the word “Yoga”?

Take a moment to sit in this wonderment. How does your body react? What kind of thoughts travel through your mind? What judgements do you make? How is your breathing? Let me take you on a journey of how I met yoga and how it has changed my life - and how it can also help you get closer to your truest path.

This decadent and nourishing breakfast bowl is a true feast for your senses. It contains maca, an amazing adaptogenic superfood that balances hormones, boosts energy levels and acts as a natural libido enhancer. It is raw, vegan, gluten and dairy free and does not contain any refined sugar. 

A perfect treat for any occasion (not you need an occasion to eat chocolate ;-) these raw vegan double chocolate brownies are not only yummy but will also fill your body with goodness of superfoods such as raw cacao, carob and coconut oil. 
Opposite to highly processed conventional chocolate that offers you nothing more than excess sugar and fat, raw chocolate is a true powerhouse of health. It is packed with nutrients, vitamins, microelements and is a great energy and mood booster. 
 

Curious about your REAL age? You can look in the mirror but you will not get your answer there. You need go look deeper than that.

In today's post my colleague and a fellow health practitioner Catarina Catarino reveals why the answer about your real age is in your spine

Matcha, a powdered form of green tea, has long been recognized for its restorative and nutritional properties. It is extremely high in antioxidants, increases concentration, boosts energy and memory and naturally enhances mood.   

If eating chocolate and having glowing skin sounds too good to be true, you are really not dreaming. You CAN have your cake and eat it too! Chocolate made from raw cacao is a true superfood and the best natural source of antioxidants (for youthful skin), magnesium (for stress relief) and serotonin (for happy mood) as well as numerous trace minerals vital for that glowing look.

Coffee scrubs are awesome - they smell amazing, tone your skin, fight cellulite and give a natural glow that lasts. They also cost only a couple of bucks to make ;-)
For the best results, use it 1-2 times a week and if time allows leave it for 20 minutes to work its magic.

Lassi is one of my all-times favorite drinks. It is a  traditional yogurt-based drink from India and  originates from the Punjab. A classical Lassi is a blend of yogurt, sugar, water, spices and fruit. I love the creaminess of yogurt, sweetness of fruit and an explosion of spices, especially served ice cold on a hot day.

When it comes to looking great I believe in going back to nature and keeping your skincare really simple:

If you can’t eat it, don’t feed it to your skin either

Matcha is a superfood known for centuries for its amazing health benefits. Buddhist monks used to drink it to help them meditate and focus for long periods of time.

Chia pudding is one of the easiest, tastiest and healthiest breakfasts you can make. Full of protein and rich in omega-3 fatty acids (a superfood for your brain), it’s a favorite among adults and kids alike. I like to make a big batch and keep it in the refrigerator for a healthy snack at any time of the day. 

In the madness of the festive season it is really easy to get stressed out and let the self-care routine to get out of the window completely, the one thing that actually can keep you sane during the drinking & present-buying holiday madness. 
How about giving yourself a present of ME TIME for an hour to recharge & relax? 
 

I love green smoothies for breakfast but on a colder day I often crave something warm and comforting. 

This easy recipe fits the bill. It's made with steel-cut oats, which create longer-lasting energy compared to oat flakes. In combination with home-made creamy nut butter, sweet mulberries, raw cacao nibs and a ripe banana, it's one the best comfort breakfast recipes I've ever made!

If you love chocolate without empty calories and refined sugar, you will love this decadent raw vegan mousse! It is a real crowd pleaser and will be a great addition to any party or a special celebration.  

You might know WHAT you want to change, but the HOW part that makes all the difference and at the same time can be the trickiest of all. 
That is why I developed a blueprint for making sustainable changes that will ensure your success.