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Thursday, May 12, 2016

BOOK TOUR AND GIVEAWAY:Go Clean, Sexy You: A Seasonal Guide To Detoxing And Staying Healthy by Lisa Consiglio Ryan


Amazon best-seller is now in a second print run, Go Clean, Sexy You not only serves up a collection of delicious recipes, but off ers a holistic approach on how to live a healthier life—putting whole foods into your body, detoxing every season to regularly cleanse your system, associating with those who fuel you not bring you down, and managing stress with activities that bring you back to balance.

A certified health and nutrition coach, author Lisa Consiglio Ryan provides straightforward guidance on how to overcome the obstacles that keep you from losing those last ten pounds, make you feel exhausted every afternoon, and compel you to indulge in unhealthy habits. Spending years struggling with a growing arsenal of health-destroying conditions that ranged from fi bromyalgia, hypothyroidism, candida and rosacea to cystitis and tons of allergies, Lisa decided to turn to nutrition and lifestyle to reclaim her health. Then pursuing her education with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, she turned her personal quest into her vocation with the launch of Whole Health Designs.

As a nationally acclaimed wellness expert, Lisa has worked with thousands in her detox programs. Her approach incorporates easy-to-adopt eating habits, free from counting calories and fat grams. As you navigate through the seasons with Lisa’s whole food–based detox plans, you’ll be tapping into your body’s wisdom, forming sustainable habits, and developing loving, respectful relationship with your body. Not only will you feel better, you’ll look better too!

Review: This is a quick, easy read with a LOT of wonderful recipes. There is a detox plan for each season, along with a menu and a shopping list---and a recipe for everything on the menu.

There are a variety of foods included in the detox recipes, and most of them are foods which I eat on a regular basis already.  Some of the recipes might even find their way into our regular meal plans.

I love that this book is filled with so many full-color pictures. The pictures of some of the foods make them even more enticing than just reading about them.

I am planning to start with the summer detox, and to detox a few times a year to keep myself at the highest level of health, as well as improving my everyday nutritional intake.

**I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.**

Rating: Four stars

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"Go Clean, Sexy You is the ultimate guide in how to balance and detox your body with easy-to-follow meal plans that are filled with delicious and nourishing whole food recipes." ―Debbie Adler, award-winning author of Sweet Debbie's Organic Treats: Allergy-free & Vegan Recipes from the Famous Los Angeles Bakery 

 “Lisa’s ‘make-it-work for you’ approach to detoxing empowers readers to love their clean, sexy bodies from the inside out.” ―Cynthia Sassi, Founder of FabulousArizona.com

"Go Clean, Sexy You is a must-read for anyone wanting to live healthy, feel their best, and love what they cook and eat. The recipes in Lisa's cookbook are simple, yet full of tasty ingredients that are both healthy and satisfying." ―Melissa Mayer, Editorial Assistant for Style Within Reach

About the author
Lisa Consiglio Ryan is the author of the cookbook, Go Clean, Sexy You. She is also the founder of Whole Health Designs, juicy clean living advocate and mama of two. She loves her yoga practice, running, and has a mission to spread the word, "Food is love." She provides detox programs and private coaching for women who desire to embrace clean living.

As a nationally acclaimed Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Lisa has worked with thousands in her Renewal 10 Day Detox programs. Her work has been featured in Fitness Magazine, TinyBuddha, Elephant Journal, Kris Carr's Crazy Sexy Life , The Daily Meal, Fox News and Mind Body Green. You can also check out Lisa's membership program, Clean + Sexy (year-long detox + community), Eat Clean 21- 21 days of gluten-free meal plans for plant lovers, and Juice Shop.

Find the author on the following sites...

Join Lisa's Newsletter & Grab your FREE 12 Step Reboot Your Body Guide 
complete with menu plan, recipes and shopping list! HERE

I WROTE THIS BOOK FOR YOU BECAUSE… 

 I know first-hand how it feels to be overwhelmed with all the diets, quick fix plans out there in the world. 

 I obsessed about my weight, and wrote endless to-do lists. I counted calories and carbs, took all kinds of vitamins, and worked out until I nearly keeled over. All the while, I dreamed of the day I’d be lean and fit and full of energy and confidence – the day I’d finally feel like I was “good enough”.

 Nothing worked though. I’d start off well, and then a few weeks later, I’d go straight back to my old ways. Each time I dieted, it made me feel more and more exhausted, depressed and out of shape, as I beat myself up for not having the willpower to make it work. 

 And even though I was trying so hard to be healthier, the reality was that I was getting sicker. I had chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, rosacea, chronic cystitis, candida, thyroid issues and IBS… all before I was 30! I didn’t want to take meds, so I tried holistic therapies, got certified in holistic nutrition and my world changed. 

I developed my own detox programs that I based on anti-inflammatory foods (fruits, veggies, and dark leafy greens), and started limiting inflammatory foods (dairy, gluten, caffeine, alcohol and processed sugar). 

 And for the first time in life, I started to see the results I’d dreamed of. I lost weight, felt lean and light, and had pep in my step. But best of all, I started feeling at ease around food. Instead of looking for quick fixes and diet programs, I started listening to my body, and letting it tell me what it needed.

 For years, I used food as an enemy and after stepping back and truly listening to my body, I am now free of letting bad habits and twisted views of food run my life. I want you to experience the same freedom… and I’m here to guide you every step of the way with Go Clean, Sexy You. 

 Plus I want you to feel AMAZING! 

Based on the results of the thousands of women (and super cool dudes) AND my own experience, here’s what you can expect: 

  • all-day energy that starts the moment you wake up and doesn’t quit 
  •  the best sleep of your life: deep, blissful, uninterrupted rest the whole night long 
  •  clothes that look – and feel – better on you than they have done in years 
  •  a 4-10 pound weight loss (on average); could be more depending on your specific body and lifestyle 
  •  a happier gut: bloating and bowel problems become a thing of the past 
  •  no more cravings: the longing for sugar, caffeine and all the other nasties disappears 
  •  a clearer mind: that frustrating brain fog melts away, and you can finally focus again 
  •  increased sex drive (oh yeah!) 
  •  a radiant, natural beauty emerges: you’re suddenly awash in compliments about your clear, dewy skin; bright sparkling eyes; and soft, shiny hair 
  •  better immunity: getting rid of the toxins takes a load off your immune system, so you’re less likely to catch any of the bugs going around 
  •  renewed confidence in yourself: you can’t even remember when you last felt this sexy, vibrant and alive 
 AND being a part of something bigger than just recipes… a movement where we stand up for our health and truly tap into our bodies wisdom so that our loved ones can join us and be healthy too.

A Recipe to try!
Chilled Tomato Soup 
serves 1 

Ingredients: 
3 tomatoes 
1 cup coconut milk 
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 
¼ cup chopped yellow onion 
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper 
1 tablespoon lime juice 
½ teaspoon cumin 

In a blender or food processor, puree all ingredients until smooth. Chill in fridge for 15 minutes. 

Serve.


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I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own.
NOW FOR THE AUTHOR'S GIVEAWAY !!

SIGNED Book Giveaway to five lucky winners!
Ending on Sunday 15th May at 11.59pm EST
Open US/CA

Enter Below & Good Luck !!

Thursday, October 15, 2015

BLOG TOUR: The Rockstar Remedy: A Rock & Roll Doctor's Prescription for Living a Long, Healthy Life by Dr. Gabrielle Francis and Stacy Baker Masand

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BOOK INFORMATION
Title: The Rockstar Remedy
Author: Dr. Gabrielle Francis with Stacy Baker Masand
Publisher: HarperCollins Wave
Pages: 330
Genre: Health and Wellness/Rock n Roll
Format: Paperback/Kindle/Nook

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Synopsis: When we think of rock stars, we tend to think of extreme living: the infamous trinity of sex, drugs, and rock & roll. But the truth is, those myths are sexier than the facts. The best-kept secret of the music industry is that the majority of our rock & roll idols are committed to health—even when they party like, well, rock stars.

As a holistic physician and massage therapist to many of the music world's elite, Dr. Gabrielle Francis knows this truth firsthand. Over the course of her career, she has helped some of the biggest names in the music industry look and feel great, despite an exhausting lifestyle that both demands discipline and welcomes overindulgence. In The Rockstar Remedy, she shares the program that has helped these stars repair, recover, and refuel so that they can perform at their best.

In many ways, the health obstacles facing Dr. Francis's most famous clients are the same as those facing her everyday patients. Being overscheduled, sleep deprived, on the road, or occasionally eating or drinking to excess aren't lifestyle habits unique to the music industry—they are the same challenges we encounter all the time.

In The Rockstar Remedy, Gabrielle offers unique strategies for boosting your energy and looking and feeling your best, even when the realities of work, scheduling, parenting, and life seem to stand between you and your health goals. She explains that your health exists on a spectrum, and the simple act of making better choices every day—even if they may not always be the best choices—helps achieve balance in both mind and body. Gabrielle also shares her popular "damage-mitigation techniques," which offer simple ways to reverse the negative effects caused by less-than-perfect choices.

With exclusive interviews from artists such as Steven Tyler, Dave Navarro, Tommy Lee, Eve, and members of Megadeth, Def Leppard, Anthrax, and many more, The Rockstar Remedy offers an accessible, fun, and effective plan for staying healthy and happy in the chaos of our daily lives.
 


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Review: I'm a bit on the fence with this book. I can see things in it that will be useful to me in regard to over-scheduling, or not getting enough sleep, doing things in moderation. But as far as the detox suggestions, they're not something I have any interest in trying.

There are some natural remedies included for a variety of common health issues, and I do plan to try some of those in the future. I also enjoyed all the quotes from the various rock stars that are sprinkled throughout the book. 


As with any lifestyle book, if you do read it, take away what applies to you and leave the rest. If you do, I'm sure you will enjoy the experience.


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Rating: Four stars


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About the author
Dr. Gabrielle Francis has been practicing natural medicine for more than thirty years. She is a Naturopathic Doctor, Chiropractor, Acupuncturist, and Licensed Massage therapist. Dr. Francis currently practices in New York City as The Herban Alchemist.  She also operates Backstage Alternative, which is her natural medicine road show that provides chiropractic, massage, acupuncture, nutrition and herbal remedies to performing artists on tour.
Dr. Francis received her formal medical training at National College of Chiropractic and at Bastyr University. She has extensive training in Alternative Cancer Therapies, Environmental Medicine, Functional Medicine, Mind-Body medicine, and Bio-Identical Hormone therapies. Following her formal medical education, Dr. Francis travelled extensively to various parts of the world studying medicine with indigenous healers in countries such as China, India, Thailand, Bali, Brazil, Morocco, Peru, Guatemala, Ecuador, Belize, Mexico, Egypt, and Mali.
Stacy Baker Masand is a health, fitness and lifestyle editor whose work has appeared in magazines such as In StyleMarie ClaireSelfShapeFitnessDuJour and Women’s Health. She’s co-author of New York Times bestseller Your Best Body Now. Stacy is currently developing projects for both small and big screen.
Their latest book is the health/wellness/rocknroll book, The Rockstar Remedy.
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