Summer Ice Tea This refreshing, easy-to-make summer ice tea recipe is perfect during warm weather, but you can also enjoy it as a cozy warm tea during the cooler months. 4 Servings INGREDIENTS 4 cups of water 2 tea bags (or 2 teaspoons of loose tea) green or black 1 apple sliced 1 teaspoon of […]

Low carb, HIGH PROTEIN waffles! Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time:  5 minutes Serves: 1 INGREDIENTS 1 scoop of high-protein Life Stage Shake® 1/4 cup egg whites (add 1-2 tablespoons of water if needed for thinner consistency) 1/2 teaspoon bakin powder 1/4 teaspoon put vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Favorite berries (great with blue berries, […]

According to the World Health Organization, “Probiotics are live microorganisms which, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host.” Did you know 60% to 80% of your immune system is located in your digestive tract? AND the digestive system is the second largest part of our neurological system.  Gut bacteria creates oner […]

I love this simple recipe! Only 10 minutes to prepare, then freeze and you always have a healthy treat available.  You can mix up this recipe with other favorite fruits. SERVES:6 INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup fresh blueberries 1/2cup fresh raspberries 1/2 cup of blackberries 1/2 cup coconut water 2 tablespoons sugar (or honey) DIRECTIONS Wash berries […]

This is my all-time favorite chili recipe. The good news is that chili is not only comfort food, but it can be healthy, too! Chili contains lots of protein. This recipe is made with turkey, so it is a leaner alternative to ground beef. Chili can help you lose weight. The “capsaicin,” a colorless compound […]

DEEEE-licious watermelon salad in a JAR with feta, lettuce and blueberries! Perfect takeaway lunch!

This is one of my favorite morning protein smoothie drinks! You get a caffeine FIX, and your daily nutrients in ONE shake with our Life Stage Shake® plant-based protein powder with 22 vitamins & minerals, and a patented probiotic! 1 cup black coffee, cooled in the fridge 1 scoop Life Stage Shake® protein powder 1 […]

Enjoy my hubby’s famous Margarita Recipe! Super easy to make with fresh limes, lemons and mint! Margarita Recipe 2 oz. Hornitos Reposado Tequilla 1 oz. Bols Triple Sec 1 oz. Water 1 large lime, squeeze juice 1 medium lemon, squeeze juice 1/2 oz. Simply syrup In a cocktail shaker, shake all together with crushed ice. […]

Happiness and exercise may seem like an odd combination of words. Shouldn’t we just be happy or not be happy? With all the speed bumps in life,I discovered happiness was going to be an exercise. I had to practice being happy. According to NationMaster.com, Americans ranked number 13 on the national scale of happiness, and […]

Spirituality tips for a busy lifestyle   Most of us lead busy lives – family, career, parenting, community activities, home repairs, and social obligations – so how do you squeeze in a little spirituality? When you feel trapped in the center of a tornado of activity, spirituality may keep you grounded to your center of […]

Should you eat or not before exercise? There are conflicting scientific opinions on this question.  Some say you burn more fat exercising on an empty stomach and others disagree. Muscles usually get their energy from carbohydrates, which is why pro-athletes eat alot of food before a race.   But if you haven’t eaten before exercising, your […]

Two thirds of our body weight is water.  Blood is 83 percent water, muscles 75 percent, bone 22 percent and the brain 74 percent… water is obviously good for you. Without water you would dehydrate, and your vital organs would shut down.  Water is a necessity for life.  Water is the most important molecule, second to oxygen, […]

A perfect St. Paddy’s Day breakfast!   KEGS AND EGGS is a St. Patrick’s Day tradition, and is the act of eating eggs and drinking beer. For a healthy version, pass on the “kegs” this morning (save those calories for tonight) and enjoy this low calorie, HIGH protein breakfast!  This recipe is packed with baby arugula […]

Healthy dark chocolate has a cocoa content of 60-70 percent or higher. Eating 2 ounces (50 grams) a day of plain chocolate with a minimum content of 60 percent chocolate solids, can be beneficial to health – providing protection against heart disease, high blood pressure, and many other health hazards – as well as providing […]

The Life Stage Shake® can be enjoyed as a snack or meal replacement. If you want to share your yummy Life Stage Shake® recipe, please let us know at: HELLO@NesstaLife.com     Pina Colada Shake 1 scoop of Life Stage Shake vanilla 1 Eat Like a Woman Coconut Almond bar 1 cup of almond milk, or […]

Broiled Salmon With Asparagus Salmon seasoned and broiled, along with stalks of asparagus.  A heart healthy recipe! Eating salmon regularly has numerous benefits, including improved heart health. 4 ounces of Atlantic salmon contains 1,200 to 2,400 milligrams of DHA plus EPA, two types of omega-3 fatty acids. The Institute of Medicine recommends women consume at […]

Women develop heart disease differently than men. In the 1980s, the famous aspirin/heart disease study that only included male research subjects resulted in a decrease in heart disease for men and today heart disease has become the number one killer of women. Prevention: – Reduce stress. Even stimple activities like getting together with friends for […]

Women can have different digestive needs than men. Coconut has been shown to improve digestion, reduce appetite, and increase fat burning. Eat Like® a Woman by Nessta Life™ for more info http://bit.ly/2f1iIpM