Categotry Archives: Bellisima Health and Wellness

Wellness Wednesday–Learn to Say No!
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Magical Monday was about the messages I received via my Bubble Goddess spa experience on Sunday. One of the messages expressed in more than one way was, “Learn to say ‘no.’” This simple two-letter word that we all used so freely as two years old–and maybe again in our teens–seems to become more difficult to speak for many of us… (more…)

Bellisima Cucina–Creamy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
Bellisima Cucina–Creamy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup avatar

This recipe comes from my Whole Foods Diet Cookbook by Ivy Ingram Larson and Andrew Larson, M.D. This book contains lots of wonderful information–it’s a great resource. The first 89 pages are filled with information to help you understand why a whole foods diet is so important and what it means. There’s great information on nutrition, processed foods, the types… (more…)

Wellness Wednesday–Is That Cancer In Your Lotion?
Wellness Wednesday–Is That Cancer In Your Lotion? avatar

The founder of Bubble Goddess Bath Co., Jennifer Leete, does a presentation called, “Is There Cancer In Your Lotion?” The premise is to show people that many, many products have ingredients that are harmful to us and our families. Once participants go home and do some of their own investigation, they usually realize that even some of the most well-known… (more…)

Bellisima Cucina–Classic Butternut Squash Soup
Bellisima Cucina–Classic Butternut Squash Soup avatar

It’s snowing here in Colorado for the second day! Schools are closed and we’re all staying inside. It seems we all might need some nice hot soup. So here’s a wonderful recipe for fall and winter. Again, this came from Whole Foods Market’s online recipes. Bon apetito! CLASSIC BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP Serves 6 2 tablespoons olive oil 2/3 cup diced… (more…)

Bellisima Cucina–Warm Orzo Pasta Salad with Broccoli and Tomatoes
Bellisima Cucina–Warm Orzo Pasta Salad with Broccoli and Tomatoes avatar

Today is Tasty Thursday–time for a new recipe! This dish comes from Whole Foods’ online recipes. My family enjoyed this orzo salad frequently during the summer. Because it is served warm, it’s a great dish that can be served at other times of the year as well. I modified the preparation by adding the raw broccoli to the cooking orzo… (more…)

Wellness Wednesday–Teach Your Children Well
Wellness Wednesday–Teach Your Children Well avatar

Last night our family was having a discussion about why it’s important to eat organic food. My husband and I were talking about some of our concerns with buying produce and meats that are not organic. One of my 14-year old daughters said, “Well, why didn’t you tell us this a long time ago? If you’d told us about some… (more…)

Bellisima Cucina–Pumpkin Soup for the Soul: Pumpkin Curry Soup
Bellisima Cucina–Pumpkin Soup for the Soul: Pumpkin Curry Soup avatar

To continue the October pumpkin theme, here is a wonderful soup to warm your bodies and your hearts. This was taken from a wellness publication we used to receive through our medical insurance provider. When I make it, I usually double the recipe. I hope you enjoy it! Bon apetito! Pumpkin Curry Soup Serves 4 1 tbsp. butter 1 cup… (more…)

Let’s Make October Breast Health Month–Ways You Can Promote Breast Health!
Let’s Make October Breast Health Month–Ways You Can Promote Breast Health! avatar

Every October, we are reminded about breast cancer–we are invited to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month. What has always bothered me about this is the focus on disease–we are focused on celebrating our awareness of a disease. In my opinion, our focus is in the wrong place, because I believe what we focus on, we manifest. I wish we could… (more…)

Bellisima Cucina–Pumpkin Cut-Out Cookies
Bellisima Cucina–Pumpkin Cut-Out Cookies avatar

There are two treats that are fall-favorites in my home. In addition to Pumpkin Muffins, my girls look forward to Pumpkin Cut-Out Cookies each fall. They are fun to make–a great family project to do together–low in sugar and great-tasting. We’ve made these in our home since my girls were toddlers. I hope these become a tradition in your home… (more…)

I Don’t Race for the Cure or Walk for Breast Cancer–I Act to Promote Breast Health!
I Don’t Race for the Cure or Walk for Breast Cancer–I Act to Promote Breast Health! avatar

Yesterday in Denver the Komen Denver Race for the Cure took place. It is one of the largest one-day breast cancer walks in the world. The Komen National organization’s promise is “to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures.” The Denver Metropolitan Affiliate “continually strives to meet this promise through three… (more…)

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