Ashley’s Health & Wellness

23/05/2021

Hi ✨

13/05/2021

We all know antioxidants are good for us.... but WHY?? ⬇️

Antioxidant: protects cells from the damage caused by free radicals. (Free radicals cause cancer, heart disease, stroke, and other diseases of aging). A build up of free radicals causes oxidative stress to the body.
- examples of antioxidants: beta-carotene, lycopene, vitamins A, C, and E.

Antioxidants from natural sources of fruits and veggies are most bioavailable. Meaning it’s easier for you body to absorb because they are naturally found in our body already.
- the antioxidants from fruits and vegetables help maintain a healthy DNA. They protect DNA from oxidative stress and supports the structural integrity. (Damaged genes from oxidative stress and other toxins = disease/ dysfunction in fat storage, glucose, energy metabolism, etc!)

This smoothie bowl is FILLED with antioxidants! I enjoy eating foods knowing that I’m fueling my body with the best nutrients in order to perform and feel my best! Eating healthy isn’t always about going for a specific body image, it’s more important to focus on how the food makes you feel and how it effects your day to day functioning ✨ how are you incorporating your antioxidants??

20/04/2021

Complete vs Incomplete protein

It’s pretty simple:
1. Complete proteins HAVE all 9 essential amino acids our body needs but cannot make on its own. Amino acids are crucial for muscle and metabolic Heath. Animal-based protein like meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk, and cheese are considered complete proteins. Quinoa and soy are plant-based complete proteins.

2. Incomplete proteins DONT include all 9 essential amino acids. Most plant-based sources of protein are considered to be incomplete because they are low in one or more essential amino acids. Ex. whole grains, legumes, seeds and nuts, spinach, broccoli, and mushrooms, are incomplete.

If you are someone who eats vegan or vegetarian, or someone who relies on shakes for extra protein intake, it’s important to ensure you are consuming a complete protein to feed your body the important amino acids for muscle and metabolic health!

I’ve been loving my complete protein shakes from JP 😋 in chocolate or vanilla, you can do so much with them! I’ve made, shakes, smoothie bowls, protein oats, brownies, banana bread, chocolate bark, the possibilities are endless and I can share all my recipes with you 😉 These shakes are made from soy protein, are gluten free, dairy free, contain fiber/ probiotics, and digestion enzymes! Let me know if you’d like to try some!! @ Scottsdale, Arizona

20/04/2021

Dr. Mitra Ray sharing great information about your immune system, and how our gut health, foods we eat, and the environment we live in play a role in the efficiency of our immunity. What better time than now, to take in these golden nuggets of information 🤩🙏🏼

17/04/2021

Starting the weekend with nothing but the positives! ✨ My mom has taught me to “always start with a positive”. I keep this quote close to me day in and out! Some days it’s harder than others, but I promise if you force yourself to start with a positive or choose to block of the negativity , it instantly changes your perspective!

☕️ Currently Sitting outside in the sunshine at AJs Fine Foods, enjoying my favorite everything bagel and a shaken espresso from Starbucks. I live for slow mornings! Enjoying every minute before I start planning my day☺️ have a lovely Saturday friends!!

16/04/2021

Then vs NOW ✨

The picture on the left was back in December 2016, it was my very first time visiting Arizona. I was lost, looking for more in this world, and searching for a new start. This free spirit on the left has gotten me to where I am today. She introduced me to new ideas and new people that leave a lasting impact on my life. Looking back at this photo I feel an immense amount of gratitude for the decision I made to let my intuition lead the way!

The picture on the left is March of 2021, and I can proudly say I am grounded, I am stronger physically and mentally, I am healthier inside and out, I know what my body needs in order to thrive, I’ve experienced loss, and I’ve grown through the challenges life as thrown my way. This girl on the right shines with confidence and strength now! I am exactly where I need to be in the present and I love the beautiful journey that has lead me to this point.

My mission is to help others reveal their highest self and bring forth the confidence that hides within! As a wellness coach I promise to leave judgements and negativity in the trash, there’s no room for that. Let’s bring in the love and light that will lift your energy and reveal the ultimate YOU! Send me a message, I would love to collaborate and get to know each other more, we’re in this together 💕

16/04/2021

Just finished this great documentary on Netflix called “Kiss the Ground” I highly recommend watching! It informs us how our soils have become depleted of nutrients over time and how it’s effects our nutrition, farming, and global warming! is what we need to lean on most when it comes to saving this planet we call home 🌏❤️

Science experts and celebrity activists unpack the ways in which the earth's soil may be the key to combating climate change and preserving the planet.

15/04/2021

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What does self care me to you? It doesn’t always have to mean putting a face mask on or taking a bubble bath. Self care means taking care of your present and future self. Whether that’s journaling, enjoying time outside, or simply cuddled up reading your favorite book. You must fulfill your own needs before being able to give your best to any other aspect of this beautiful life ✨

Self care looks different person to person. And has a different focus depending on what stage of life you are in. To give you some ideas, for me self care means:

🤸🏽‍♀️ Moving my body creating natural blood flow and naturally lowers stress hormone

🧘🏽‍♀️ Meditation to help gain control over my own thoughts

🧠 Creating daily habits that will better my internal health as well as skin, hair, and nail health

🍎🥦 Feeding my body the nutrient dense foods that it thrives off of to create energy and LIFE!

🗓 Getting organized, planning things out, meal prepping, writing out goals, to prevent any possible stresses down the line

💭 Affirmations to reset my subconscious mind pave the path to my dreams

Self- care is a non negotiable! Nurturing yourself in a holistic way- physically, emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually- is crucial for your well being. Let’s help each other out and share at least one thing YOU do to take care of yourself?? ⬇️🤔

07/04/2021

What is a Wellness Coach?
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✨ We are here to “advocate and inspire”✨

- Support clients in making lifestyle changes to improve their health and well-being, realizing that each person’s vision of what that means is different! (Better managing stress, improving sleep, exercising regularly, managing a health condition)

- Success is impossible in all of these cases without consistent action on the part of the individual. Accountability is always available!

- Deciding and doing are two very different things. People often know what to do but not how to get it done. Health coaches help clients determine how to reach their goals.

- An approach that truly listens to and takes into account the needs and aspirations of the individual.

- Health coaches support clients in making meaningful changes, with the ultimate goal that clients become self-managers and maintain ongoing healthy lifestyle habits

Is this something you think you could benefit from in your health journey? I’m happy to help and would love to chat to see if we will be a great fit for each other! There’s is no right or wrong way, let’s focus on getting started and collaborating to making a PLAN as to how you will tackle your own health goals!

05/04/2021

SYNTHETIC VITAMINS vs WHOLE FOOD NUTRITION

Whole Foods are complex, containing naturally-occurring nutrients and enzymes that work together to provide health benefits difficult to replicate in a synthetic vitamin or supplements.

Synthetic vitamins are made to be nutrient specific. They call them isolated vitamins which are produced in a lab and therefore your body may react differently and results vary. It’s unclear how well synthetic nutrients are absorbed and used in the body.

Our JP Whole Food capsules deliver the benefits of plant based nutrition from (low heat) dehydrated fruits, veggies, berries, and seeds that are bioavailable and absorbed in your body within minutes of consuming without potential harmful effect of consuming the synthetic variations!

These are meant to bring the gap between what you do eat and what you should eat. Helping your body create a natural craving for more whole foods in your day and day diet.
-made without GMO ingredients
-vegan
-gluten free
-NSF certified

Message me and find out how you can make the transition from your multivitamin and other isolate vitamins (as directed by your healthcare provider) to our simple and pure whole food capsules or gummies for just $2.50 a day!

03/04/2021

Brb gotta take my dog for a walk 😎
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@ Scottsdale, Arizona

02/04/2021

2 DAYS LEFT!

to receive 4 months of The HSE, lifetime access to our Facebook community page, AND our free Easter cook book with purchase of a 2 month supply of our delicious vegan superfood shakes!

This is a great opportunity to get started on your goals this spring at an incredibly affordable price! For $140 you get:
- 60 shake packets
- Healthy and vegan/vegetarian recipes
- Mindset material
- Guided Meditations
- Yoga classes
- Movement classes
- 6 week exercise guide
- Educational material
- Guided Affirmations
- DIY skin care
- Accountability
- Loving community of others achieving their goals

⬆️ look at all that value! ⬆️ 🤩 you really can’t bet this deal right now tbh. We’re get back to the basics! Forget the fad diets and unenjoyable intense workouts 🙄 let’s focus on nutrition, enjoyable movement, healthy mindset, and most important, self love 💕

Message me ASAP for details!! @ Phoenix, Arizona