DISCOVER

“Sneaking” VEGGIES INTO YOUR DAILY DIET

By Michele Robert Poche

We’re all adults here, right? So maybewe don’t actually have to sneak vegetables into our meals anymore. But who wants to eat a bowl of steamed greens every day? (Not me.) Let’s take a look at some different ways to incorporate them creatively into our favorite recipes to boost our daily intake of nutrition, vitamins and minerals.

Tacos.

Finely chopped onions or shredded zucchini (peeled first if you need to disguise it) can be mixed in with the ground meat, spices and sauce. It steps up the nutritional value of the meal while also stretching the ingredients.

Cauliflower is a great low-carb substitute to mimic pizza crust, mashed potatoes, rice, breadsticks, mac’n’cheese, tortillas, hummus, rolls, chowder, casseroles, tots, bread, couscous, hash browns, fritters and more. It does take a little time to achieve the right texture and consistency, but once you do, you’ll never go back to refined carbs again. HINT: The secret to success with many of these suggestions is cooking the vegetables until softened for easier blending with other ingredients.

Pizza crust.

(1) ‘Rice” a head of cauliflower and remove any excess moisture. (2) Add an egg, goat cheese, oregano, basil and salt then spread ¼-inch thick on baking sheet. (3) Cook at 400 F for 30 minutes, flip and cook another 10 minutes.

Chocolate cake. Pumpkin puree is very versatile in that it can be used both as an all-natural alternative to egg (1/3 cup pumpkin = 1 egg) as well as to butter (3/4 cup pumpkin = 1 cup butter). Plus you’ll save on fat and calories while also infusing your treat with vitamins and fiber. Meatballs. Shredded carrots and finely chopped mushrooms both mix very nicely with the ground meat and spices used to prepare meatballs. Feeling especially adventurous? Serve your veggie-laced meatballs over spaghetti squash “noodles.”

Smoothies. Love smoothies but don’t love the idea of a green beverage? No problem. Slip two handfuls of spinach into a fruit smoothie containing blueberries. Not only do the sweet, fruity ingredients mask the taste of the spinach, the dark pigment of the berry also masks the color.

THE INTERNATIONAL COACH FEDERATION (ICF) SAYS WORKING WITH A LIFE COACH CAN HELP TO:

• define goals • redirect actions or situations to deliver goals • recognize challenges • address challenges

On Your Marks, Get Set, Ready, GO TO A LIFE COACH

By Patricia Danflous

Your BFF gives great advice from helping you choose a new hairstyle to the best fitness app. The career mentor you were fortunate to find is proving to be an invaluable resource for powerful decision making and advancement. So why would you consider a life coach, like so many of your peers? What in the heck is a life coach anyway?

Sports coaches guide, train and push athletes to be the best they can be physically. Life coaches, which often includes wellness coaches, nudge individuals toward success, peace of mind and achievement in their personal and professional lives by building on and nurturing strengths.

The benefits of working with a life coach rather than confiding in your friends or mentor come in just that – a coach is not on your side; he or she is neutral. A coach exerts the pressure to help you change your behavior and become the person you want to be.

Most individuals choose to work with a coach via phone (Like Susanne Lentine with His Nature's Wisdom. Check out her ad on page four.) although some may choose to meet face-to-face on a regular basis.

Depending on your visions, goals and action plan, you may check in from once to several times a week for short sessions.

Although some people may use life coaches for a year or longer – while completing a novel or launching a business – others may only need a few months of work to clarify vision and start the goal journey.

How do you find a life coach? The field is expanding, and you should have no trouble finding the right person for you. Your corporate Human Resources or Learning Department may have suggestions or find listings with the International Coach Foundation and the U.S. Life Coach Association for certified coaches.

WOULD YOU BENEFIT FROM A LIFE COACH? THE ICF SUGGESTS YOU ARE A CANDIDATE IF YOU:

• want positive change in your life • need career guidance to achieve your maximum potential • are uncertain about your talents and strengths • want to achieve a healthier, happier lifestyle with appropriate balance between work and life

You can expect anywhere from $75 to $200 an hour for a life coaching session.

HOW DO YOU KNOW YOU NEED A LIFE COACH?

Are you unhappy with the state of your career or home life but do nothing to change your circumstances? It’s easy to put off your goals and dreams forever because it’s never a good time to uproot your life. A life coach pushes you towards the things you want in life in record time and gives you insights into yourself.

YOUR SOUL

IT’S NOT A MIRACLE, It’s Miraval!

By Liz McGehee

Price: $879-2,339 per day Address: 5000 E. Via Estancia, Arizona 85739

Be mindful, memorable and momentous at The Retreat in Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa, which features 22 residences created for getaways with friends or loved ones, corporate gatherings, group events or the solo traveler. Here you’ll find a curated menu of spa services, private sessions with

Miraval specialists, in-room amenities like balance-restoring aromatherapy diffusers and crystals, private culinary experiences and a complimentary private mantra meditation in your suite.

Each retreat comes with a $200 nightly resort credit to use towards spa services, private sessions and activities, roundtrip transportation from the

Tucson International Airport, gourmet meals, unlimited snacks, hors d’oeuvres in the evening, unlimited access to resort facilities and scheduled activities and dedicated concierge service.

The retreat is great for couples, groups or solo travelers alike. Miraval offers a studio bedroom, a one bedroom, a two bedroom and a three bedroom all of which include luxurious amenities such as mountain views, hot tubs, fire features, built-in desks and both indoor and outdoor seating.

This healthy destination offers a number of immersion luxury wellness weekends and retreats with purpose. From Dance Passion to Empowered Nurse to Crystals Cocktail Party, the empowering retreat possibilities are endless. You might find yourself in a Himalayan sound bath, a water lotus ceremony, which involves falling into a deep sate of weightlessness while floating in water, or practicing walking meditation in the outdoor labyrinth.

Miraval focuses on pulling out your strengths in a number of thrilling ways, too. From cardio drumming to fullbody resistance workouts to obstacle courses 35 feet in the air and a climbing wall, there are a number of ways to express and challenge yourself here. There is even an equine program that allows guests to heal through an unforgettable horseback ride.

There is truly something for everyone at this Arizona spot. To learn more about Miraval retreats and immersion experiences, visit miravalresorts.com or call (800) 232-3969.