Resources

Things I like, use myself, and resources that you might find helpful on your journey for health and nourishment.


DRINK YOUR GREENS

It is sometimes hard to eat as many greens as your vitality and health would like for you to do. Especially in the middle of winter or when you are traveling. And of course it is not easy when you are busy at work either. But there is a way to get good greens, not just green juices, but powerful greens that cleanse your liver and purify (I was about to say your soul but that is too much to promise) but at least helps you cleanse and invigorate your blood by alkalizing it. Now all green powders are not made the same, some are processed in ways that deteriorate the nutrient density or use sugar to preserve.

Purium has been my go to for green products since they started the company and they are still my go-to because they maintain the high standards and quality that you want from a glass of greens. It is raw food for busy people you could argue. And it is a quiet sip for a good break, or an energy drink before doing your favorite activity. For me, it is my morning drink.

Use code “pathforlife” when you sign up (if you do) and if you don’t sign up, use it when you check out. That will still give you some benefits, beyond just feeling better in your body.

Shop for green stuff and such

Path for Life - Photo: Torkil Stavdal

Path for Life – Photo: Torkil Stavdal


GET YOUR SUPPLEMENTS FROM A RELIABLE SOURCE

Not all supplements are made for human beings, at least it feels that way when you are trying to digest and absorb them. Our bodies are still made for digesting food as much as I always say, “food first” I ask recognize that we need to SUPPLEMENT our daily food intake sometimes. I said supplement, not substitute. My digestive system is very sensitive and I have a lot of food intolerance, that weaken my immune system and daily energy and wellbeing if I don’t observe them. And it is not always possible to do so when you are, as I am, an engaged human being who is both social and also travels for work.

So I use my supplements to supplement, support and strengthen me. Now don’t go overboard. Supplements are not going to fix you. You and your body will do that, together. Supplements can support the healing process or the process of giving your more energy for example. Which essentially is also a healing process, because low energy is not how you are meant to feel.

Some of my favorites are here below. Because I have the MTHFR mutation and therefore easily become anemic, and also feel low energy, stress and confusion (overwhelm) I need to take really good care of myself and when busy life is busy, I need extra support.

I also mentioned my food-intolerance. My digestive system and I have come a long way. We started out together being in pain from every meal and now it is just from time to time. When I chose something that my digestive system does not like and I do it anyway. You know that feeling right 🙂

For my digestive system I use:

L-glutamine
Digestive Enzymes
GI-Fortify

For better energy I use:

PureGenomics B-Complex
or as a multi vitamin – PureGenomics MultiVitamin
Magnesium can be helpful for absorption and relaxation so I use the UltraMag Magnesium for that.

http://www.purecapspro.com/pathforlife

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Self-care treat (ment)

A dear friend has recently introduced a new line of skincare, which I simply love. Not only do they treat my (aging) skin with much loved nourishment, but they also create a sense of surrender to care because of the scent (not fragrance) that is slightly noticeable. It is one of those self-care treats that make you feel soooooo cared for …because you are. You can find out more by going to Taylor Foster’s website Heaven on Main Street.

Path For Life - Photo: Torkil Stavdal

Path For Life – Photo: Torkil Stavdal

BOWLS BY CLAY BY DF

I love these bowls by Daphne Farganis. They are wonderful to eat out of, wonderful to serve in, or even just to have on your table.

About Clay by DF: clay by df works with organic shapes, emphasizing the places they are slightly off balance. Lately, the pieces are slip-cast porcelain using mostly natural objects like fruits, stones, plants, wood and bone.

About Daphne Farganis: She has worked with clay for over 15 years. Her pieces have been collected by individuals and galleries. She makes well-crafted objects that she hopes people will use in their everyday.

Daphne has made bowls and tea-cups for me over the years. You will see them in the online program and here on the blog as well. What is more nourishing than a nice bowl of oatmeal… in a nice bowl.

Path for Life Photos: Torkil Stavdal

Path for Life
Photos: Torkil Stavdal


BYOB – bring your own bag

If you want a healthy nourished lifestyle – then include taking good care of our eco-system with choices that support environmental issues. One thing you can easily do is to avoid plastic bags; they become garbage and they are a major part of our environmental challenges today. So what can you do? You can bring you own bag to the store and the market. You can purchase food and produce without the extra packaging and wrappers and stick it right into your own bag.

Apart from that, you will probably feel so much more nourished when you hold and carry something that is this yummy.

I love these eco-sustainable bags from Bee, Bark & Moss. They are hand-made and use organic cotton and hemp as well as recycled and locally (CA) sourced materials. Prices for the bags range from $55-$70 and can be purchased from Bee, Bark & Moss with many variations of colors, stripes and shapes to choose from.

Bee, Bark & Moss bags - Photo: Torkil Stavdal

Bee, Bark & Moss bags – Photo: Torkil Stavdal


TEA IS MY FAVORITE BEVERAGE.

It used to be coffee but I kicked the addiction and even though I am pretty addicted to a good cup of tea, it is not that same “gotta have it or I will die” kind of feeling – it is just a nice self-nourishing moment that I enjoy either on my own, with friends, and with clients in my office. Often someone comes in and says; “can we make a pot?” And yes we can.

Why tea and not coffee?

Because the way coffee affects the body it can feel like you are having an anxiety attack after drinking it. It increases your focus yes, but that is because it kicks your adrenal juice up a notch and with that your fight and flight mode, which also means it spikes your cortisol levels.  That is why you crash when you come down off it again.

If you are one of those who drink it all the time you might not even notice. I was that way too when I was used to drinking several cups per day; it felt more like I did not exist unless I was high on coffee. That was in my old days in the fashion industry.

My favorites are:

  • Puerh for the morning
  • Green jasmine pearl for day-time and a blended tea.
  • Rooibos for the evening and sometimes mixed with flower petals or other fragrant delights. I also love mixing it with cut licorice root or another blended herbal tea.

In my online program I teach a lot more about why tea and not coffee, but this is just to share some favorite choices.

I get my bulk tea from Rae at Holy Mountain Trading Company. They have a lot of organic teas and the quality is amazing.

For blended teas I like Nini’s Tay Tea. With names like “Better than Sex” and “Lover’s Tea” who would not enjoy a cup.

Path for Life Photos: Torkil Stavdal

Path for Life
Photos: Torkil Stavdal


ESSENTIAL OILS – NOURISHMENT FOR MIND, BODY & SOUL

http://www.mydoterra.com/jeanettebronee

Path for Life - Photo Torkil Stavdal

Path for Life – Photo Torkil Stavdal