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As I prepare to head to paradise tomorrow, completely unplugged for the next 8 days, for some much needed relaxation, I'm leaving you with this reminder of the time (yesterday 🤣) when I turned America's old school junk food into something whole foods based and healthy! This ✨VEGAN HAMBURGER HELPER CHEESEBURGER MACARONI✨ is ready for the making. Click on the link in my profile 👆🏼and go to town! . . . #vegan #TODAYfood #veganfoodshare #f52grams #feedfeed #buzzfeast #huffposttaste #huffpostgram #lifeandthyme #foodandwine #foodgawker #beautifulcuisines #yahoofood #thekitchn #veganfoodporn #forksoverknives #whatveganseat #vegansofig #glutenfreefood #plantbased #poweredbyplants #eatclean #bestofvegan #veganfood #dairyfree #crueltyfree #healthyeating #veganfoodspot @thefeedfeed @food52 #ad #NOWWellness @nowfoodsofficial

I usually have my first meal right after I work out and I like it to be quick and satiating at the same time 😊 That’s the reason I love my smoothies and this one is extra creamy, chocolatey and loaded with nutrition. 🍫 The goal is to make sure my first meal does not cause a sudden spike in my blood sugar, so that I can avoid the rollercoaster of fluctuating blood sugar levels throughout the day. Makes sense? If you start your day with a carb heavy meal like a Croissant, you are going to see a spike in your blood sugar levels, followed by a dip. This will most likely trigger more mid meal sugar cravings, mood swings and dips in energy levels throughout the day. If you start with a balanced meal, you are biologically setting yourself up for a successful day! Coming back to my Creamy, Chocolatey Smoothie recipe, Here’s what I used: 1 cup almond milk (I always use a nut milk as my base) 1 Tsp. collagen peptides powder (excellent for bone, skin, joint health) @nowfoodsofficial ½ cup spinach (you can use any greens you like) ½ frozen banana (freezing the banana makes the smoothie extra creamy) 1 tsp. almond butter 1 tsp. psyllium husk (this is the soluble fiber the good bacteria in your colon feed on, it will also help you feel fuller longer) @nowfoodsofficial 1 tsp. cocoa powder (rich in polyphenols, plus who doesn’t like cocoa?)@nowfoodsofficial 3 pitted dates (I like to chop them up before blending) Few ice cubes Blend for 30 seconds, shake, blend for another 30 seconds and enjoy!!! I always recommend using a clean brand like @nowfoodsofficial. Use coupon code UMA to get a 20% site wide discount at nowfoods.com (Offer valid through 11:59 PM Central Standard Time 12/31/20) #ad #chocolatesmoothierecipe #NOWWellness #NowFoodsOfficial #healthybreakfast #smoothierecipe #getfitwithuma #umanaralkar #omwithatwist #everythingom #fitmomlife #holistichealthcoach https://www.instagram.com/p/CHdNnN1h1Hh/?igshid=1luley5ogy527

This carrot orange 🥕🍊 smoothie has been on repeat in my blender all month long and the real MVP is @nowfoodsofficial Organic Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder which blends smoothly and adds 10 additional grams of protein per serving! Smoothie Ingredients: 🧡 carrots 🧡 bell pepper 🧡 orange 🧡 banana 🧡 ginger 🧡 hemp seeds 🧡 non-dairy milk 🧡 Greek yogurt (optional) 🧡 Now Foods Organic Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder You can find the protein powder at NowFoods.com and use MARISSANOW10 to take $10 off any order of $40 or more! 💚💋🧡 #nowwellness . . . #fitfluential #iamwellandgood #eathealthy #eatclean #healthyhacks #wholefoods #eatrealfood #smoothierecipe #cleaneating #healthyliving #huffposttaste #proteinpowder #mindbodygram #eatforabs #barrebabe #proteinshake #instafit #barreaddict #fitfam #getinmybelly #wellnesswarrior #holisticallyhot #marissaswellbeingandhealth #iinhealthcoach #nychealthcoach #nycfitness #cleaneats #plantbasedfoodie #proteinpacked (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGzfILpJyO7/?igshid=uxos9nbvhca3

Don’t get me wrong, I love plain water but sometimes I want to switch it up. Here are three @nowfoodsofficial products I'm loving when I want to give plain water an extra boost. 💧Drop in Effer-Hydrate electrolyte tablets to re-hydrate after a tough workout and enhance recovery 💧Add B-12 Energy Boost sticks for a burst of energy and a blast of vitamin B-12 💧Sprinkle in Slender Sticks to add refreshing, sugar-free flavor like Acai Lemonade, Coconut Water, Pomegranate Berry or Tropical Punch plus a dose of vitamins and antioxidants Which one would you try? Check out the #reels in my story for more details! Use my code MARISSANOW10 for $10 off your order at www.Nowfoods.com 💚💋💧 #nowwellness #ad (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFh7sJ5pgP6/?igshid=1a1u4kjcuxele

Getting back into fitness postpartum wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. For one, I had a lot less time to devote to it, but once I got started - and with the help of @nowfoodsofficial - I’m feeling good about where I am! For now, I’m doing @barmethod classes on Livestream and Zoom, running and I recently added some short interval training workouts. It’s so easy to compare yourself to other people or want to push too hard too soon so here are a few tips for getting started: 💪🏻 Start slowly and listen to your body. You can’t expect to be able to do everything you did pre-pregnancy right out of the gate (and that can be frustrating) but you WILL get there again. 💪🏻 Do what you can. Not every workout has to be an hour! Sprinkle in short, 15 or 20-minute workouts and active recovery days like a walk with your baby. Shorter can often mean more efficient. 💪🏻 Focus on nutrition and hydration which is key for recovery and seeing results. For recovery, I’ve stocked up on Now Foods Organic Plant Protein Powder, BCAA Blast and BCAA Big 6 and for hydration I use Effer-Hydrate Effervescent Tablets. 💪🏻 Stay motivated and committed with a plan or a schedule. I wanted to be able to run 3 continuous miles as a baseline so I found a postpartum training plan (see stories) I followed for 6 weeks. What has helped you resume exercise after baby? 💚💋💪🏻 #nowwellness . . . #fitfluential #iamwellandgood #eathealthy #healthyhacks #fitpregnancy #fitnessmotivation #cleaneating #healthyliving #nycfitnesstrainer #mindbodygram #eatforabs #barrebabe #nycmomblogger #instafit #barreaddict #fitfam #nycmom #wellnesswarrior #holisticallyhot #marissaswellbeingandhealth #iinhealthcoach #nychealthcoach #nycfitness #cleaneats #newmom #plantbasedfoodie #postpartumfitness #fitmom #postpartumrunning (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/CB57xrnp1co/?igshid=1vkxwftv0bv0l

Since we've been cooking almost every meal at home, we've been exprimenting with different cooking oils. These are a few on rotation in my kitchen these days. 🍈 Olive Oil is and has always been my go-to for everything veggie from sauteeing to salad dressings. With a smoke point of 375 degrees, the temp above which it becomes damaged, it's not recommended for roasting or frying. And because it's so ubiquitous, quality is key. 🥥 Coconut Oil is as versatile as it is tasty. It's ideal as a non-dairy alternative to butter for baking or topping popcorn, adding to smoothies or spreading on breads and muffins. My fave use for coconut oil: generously drizzled over steamed squash or sweet potatoes with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. 🎃 Pumpkin Seed Oil is perfect for dressing salads and cooked vegetables or grains. We've been using it to make salad dressing because it's delish paired with a sweet and tangy balsamic vinegar. 🌰 Macadamia Nut Oil has been fun to experiment with. Its high smoke point makes it a good choice for frying and baking. I've been using it for baking cookies and banana bread which brings out its robust, nutty flavor. 🥑 If you're looking for a healthier stand-in for canola or vegetable oil, try Avocado Oil. It has a smooth, buttery taste that complements sauteed vegetables, stir-frys and even fried eggs! One last thing: Cooking oils are commonly misrepresented as being higher quality than they actually are, or adulterated with lower quality oils. I trust the integrity of @Nowfoodsofficial oils because they conduct Oil Identity Testing to ensure their oils are exactly what they say they are. The fatty acids test verifies the oil profile and tests for contamination to ensure each oil is pure and safe. 💚💋👩🏻‍🍳@nowfoodsofficial #nowwellness #ad (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_C83sEpNvm/?igshid=18xokrfv5obq1

YOUR BODY NEEDS CARBS. One more time for the people in the back. YOUR BODY NEEDS CARBS!! Every time I work with a new client or run a group program, I’m saddened by how much many women fear carbs. Friends, the truth is, carbs - the whole grain kind - are important not just for energy but to build muscle, balance your hormones and regulate your metabolism. Unless you have a specific medical reason to do so, don’t skip the carbs!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Check out my quick guide to whole grains on the blog today (link in profile or www.WhereINeedtoBe.com). I get all my whole grains from @nowfoodsofficial because they have a huge selection of organic whole grains at great prices. Use MARISSANOW10 for $10 off your order at NowFoods.com 💚💋🍚 #ad #nowwellness⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #fitfluential ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #iamwellandgood ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eathealthy⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eatclean ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #healthyhacks ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #wholefoods ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eatrealfood ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #bbgcommunity⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #cleaneating⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #healthyliving⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #huffposttaste⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #bgbcommunity⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mindbodygram⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eatforabs⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #barrebabe⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #bbg⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #instafit⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #barreaddict⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #fitfam⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #wellnesswarrior⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #holisticallyhot⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #marissaswellbeingandhealth⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #iinhealthcoach⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nychealthcoach #nycfitness #cleaneats #kaylasarmy #plantbasedfoodie (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5U-5jSHnM7/?igshid=89lxn1cor4wn

FALL BAKING is underway and soon it’ll be time for HOLIDAY BAKING! These are some of my favorite @nowfoodsofficial ingredients to keep on hand for my baking needs so I can whip up the perfect batch of gluten-free banana bread or pumpkin muffins at a moment’s notice. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Gluten-free Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix for the perfect batch of cookies anytime! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Liquid Coconut Oil for a healthy dose of MCT fatty acids and no need to add the extra step of melting coconut oil myself. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Gluten-feee All Purpose Flour for easy 1:1 substitutions ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Raw Walnuts for added protein and essential fatty acids in breads, cookies, brownies and muffins. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Cocoa Lovers Organic Cocoa Powder for rich, chocolatey desserts or a steaming cup of hot chocolate. It’s also Fair Trade! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Raw almond flour for low carb baking. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Gluten-free Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix for a batch of brownies whenever the occasion demands - or the craving strikes! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Liquid Monk Fruit for natural sweetness without added sugar. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍁 Organic Dark Brown Sugar for deep, rich sweetness. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Stock up at www.NowFoods.com and use my code for $10 off your order of $40 or more!! #spon #nowwellness 💚💋🥧 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #fitfluential ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #iamwellandgood ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eathealthy⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eatclean ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #healthyhacks ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #wholefoods ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eatrealfood ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #bbgcommunity⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #cleaneating⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #healthyliving⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #huffposttaste⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #bgbcommunity⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mindbodygram⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #eatforabs⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #lowcarbbaking⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #instafit⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #glutenfreebaking⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #fitfam⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #getinmybelly⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #wellnesswarrior⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #holisticallyhot⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #marissaswellbeingandhealth⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #iinhealthcoach⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nychealthcoach #nycfitness #holidaybaking #plantbasedfoodie #eeeats (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4AP6ftpR2W/?igshid=9k5fei0ej43e