2011 December | Julie Hammerstein - Family Wellness Expert And Nutrition Coach

Tropical Green Smoothie as seen on The Everyday Show

Yields two 8oz. servings

Ingredients:

1 cup tightly packed baby spinach
1 cup water
1 peeled and cubed papaya
1/2...
Julie on The Everyday Show: Juicing to Get More Fruits & Veggies
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Julie on The Everyday Show: Healthy Super Bowl Snacks
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Healthy Artichoke Spinach Dip

Artichokes are great for immunity as they are loaded with folic acid, fiber, Vitamin C and potassium. This is a...
Baked Onion Rings

Ingredients:

2 medium yellow onions

3/4 cup whole wheat (or non-gluten) flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

3 large...
What Do You Mean You Don’t Eat Meat?
I started eating a vegan diet on January 1st.

Okay meat-eaters, simmer down, I know this seems ludicrous to you. But keep reading...I know...
Glazed Salmon with Brown Rice Noodles – as seen on The Everday Show
Salmon with Soy Ginger Glaze with Brown Rice Noodles

Ingredients:

12 oz. of fresh salmon fillet

1 bottle of...
Quick Veggie Pizza – as seen on The Everyday Show
Quick Veggie Pizza

This is a super simple way to redeem a frozen pizza and make it more nutritious for a quick meal after...
Quickest Burritos Ever! – as seen on The Everyday Show
Quickest Burritos Ever!

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

-Whole wheat tortillas

- Crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
-1 breast cooked chicken (we...
Thai Basil Eggplant with Coconut Tofu & Rice

Ingredients:
2 tbsp grapeseed oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 eggplant, cubed

2-3 dashes Tabasco sauce

2 tbsp...
Julie on the Everyday Show – “Healthy Summer Desserts”
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Non-Dairy Chocolate Mousse

Modified from the kitchen of Karen Falbo, CN

Ingredients:

2 packages of silken tofu

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
10-Day Summer Cleanse & Renewal Program
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Julie on Blog Talk Radio and the “Encouraging Health Series”

Check out Julie's interview with host Amy Willard and the
"Encouraging Health Series" for Women...
Ready to Take the Fat Kid Mentality Quiz?

The Fat Kid Mentality is a way of thinking says that being fat makes you bad. It’s a mindset that sets you...
The Better BBQ

Hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, pies. Sound familiar?

Barbecue season has begun, and for many of you, this means the typical...
Power-Packed Snacks for Vegetarians
By Chelsea Frankel (MaxLife staff writer extraordinaire!)

Let’s face it, there’s more than once in a while that we vegetarians feel like we just...
Festive Beet & Peach Salad with Balsamic Reduction

Ingredients:

2 whole red beets - cubed and roasted

2 fresh peaches - cubed

4 cups cooked quinoa
Julie’s Inspirational Quotes
Imagination is the portal to reality.

When you get to the fork in the road, let success be your guide.

When life is...
Spinach and Walnut Pesto – as seen on The Everyday Show
Spinach and Walnut Pesto

Ingredients:

2 cups Fresh baby spinach leaves

¼ cup Walnut pieces

½ cup Olive...
FAT is Not A Four-Letter Word – Daily Lesson #8: Break Through the “Fake Food” Phenomena
Sugar-free, fat-free, cholesterol-free. No trans fats, no saturated fat, no fatty fat. Added fiber, added protein, enriched, and nutrient-enhanced.

Take a look at any...
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Julie Hammerstein TEAMS UP with

for the 2012 Camp Healthy Habits Program

At CampExperience™ we're committed to providing you with the...
Sweet Potato and Cashew Soup as seen on The Everyday Show

Serves 4

Ingredients

1 med onion, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

2 T grapeseed oil

3 med...
Julie on The Everday Show: Quick, Healthy Dinners
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Julie’s Blog: My friend Katherine

A dear friend of mine passed away last week.

It's sad for all of us who knew her, as she left us...
Peanut Ginger Dip
This is a fabulous dip with broccoli and other fresh veggies, or my favorite Chili Lime PopChips. You can also add extra water to dilute...
Black Bean & Sweet Potato Burritos with Mile High Green Chili Sauce
Created by Taryn Bellavance

www.phytofoods.com

Ingredients:

1 medium sweet potato
1 cup frozen sweet corn kernels, thawed
1 cup black beans
Lentil Walnut Pate
Ingredients:

2 cups Lentils, dried
8-10 cups Water
1 tablespoon Grapeseed oil
1 Onion, diced
4 Garlic cloves, minced
1 large head Broccoli ,...
Leek and Red Pepper Frittata

Serves 10

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons Grapeseed oil
1 cup Leeks, chopped, white and pale green parts only
1 cup Red...
Homemade Hot Cocoa
Serving Size: 4

Ingredients:

¼ cup Unsweetened Cocoa
1 cup Powdered Goat's milk, or cow, coconut or soy milk
¼ cup Turbinado sugar...
Choosing Snack Saboteurs Without Knowing It?

You've heard me say that nuts, fruit smoothies, yogurt and certain protein bars are decent snack options for achieving a healthy weight. This...
Pumpkin Seed Jalapeno Dip

Yields 3 cups

1 ½ cups Pumpkin seeds, hulled, unsalted
3 tablespoons Grapeseed oil
2 Garlic cloves, crushed
¾ cup...
Stuffed Portabello Mushrooms
This is a wonderful entree or side dish, that works well with any kind of meal plan. We made this during our 10-day cleanse, and...
Game-Changing Morning Smoothie
4 ounces Almond milk, unsweetened
4 ounces Coconut water, unsweetened
½ Banana, frozen
¼ cup Mango, fresh
¼ cup Blueberries
1 handful Baby spinach
1...
Stadium-Food Calories Can Be a Losing Game

Fall is nearly here, and the sporting season is full throttle.

If you’re a fan of stadium sports - baseball, basketball,...
Poppyseed Cole Slaw
Yields 8 servings

Ingredients:

½ head cabbage, red or green, chopped
2 tablespoons capers
1 pinch Sea salt

Put chopped cabbage and...
Wellness Presentation: “Let Food Be Thy Medicine”
Please Join SUE SHUSTERMAN & JULIE HAMMERSTEIN
for a
WINE & WELLNESS PRESENTATION
6:00pm Meet and Mingle; 6:30pm Presentation
Tuesday, September 27
427 E....
Workshop: “Creating Your Wellness Story”
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Pomegranate Rosemary Sauce
I am so lucky! I came home the other night to a wonderful dinner prepared by my loving Andrew. The highlight? This gorgeous sauce made...
Cashew Miso Salad Dressing
Ingredients:

6 Tablespoons grapeseed oil

1/4 cup rice vinegar

1/4 cup raw or roasted cashews

1/4 cup brown rice miso (found...
Doubled Over Laughing

I had dinner last night with a friend who told me about a speech she heard recently.

The speech was actually...
Cooling Off When Temper-atures Rise

Summer schedules call for a change in routine.

Often times this change creates stress and tension. Entertaining kids, overloading at work...
Ultra Runner Dave O’Brien – Speaking in Denver & Boulder – August 8, 2011

Join me to hear Ultra Marathoner and ultra-funny Irishman:
Dave O'Brien, Desert runner
At 56 yrs. old, Dave is the...
Desire Breeds Urgency
"I must get it done, or else!"
Ever felt this?

The clock ticking, tasks building, and the fear that the day will escape.

Peach & Pistachio Cobbler – No-Bake; Gluten-Free

Ingredients:

Crust:

1/2 cup shelled pistachios - unsalted

10-12 whole pitted dates

pinch of salt

1 Tablespoon...
Nutty Protein Power Balls

Ingredients:

2/3 cup honey or agave

2/3 cup peanut or almond butter

2 Scoops Complete (chocolate or vanilla) or...
Summertime Kiwi and Mint Cooler

Makes 2 drinks

Ingredients:

1 fresh kiwi - peeled and cut into quarters

5 fresh mint leaves

1-2...
Crispy Zucchini Fritters

This is a fun and light fritter that can be served warm as a side dish, or at room temp as an...
Tangy Honey BBQ Sauce

This is a wonderful BBQ sauce that we made for our Mother's Day brunch. It is a perfect compliment to Memorial Day...
PopChips Tangy Egg Salad Party-Starters

This is a fun and lively twist on traditional egg salad, using the PopChips Sour Cream & Onion for flavoring and texture. ...
PopChips Mini Yam & Cheddar Gratin

Ingredients:

Serves 4

2 medium yams - sliced thin

1/2 cup crushed PopChips - Cheddar flavored

6-8 whole...
PopChips Salty Cashew & Chocolate Haystacks

Ingredients:
1/2 cup raw or roasted cashews - whole
2 cups PopChips - Sea Salt & Vinegar flavored - crumbled
12 oz. dark...
Chopped Kale Salad with Miso Dressing

Servings/Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

4-6 cups Kale, mid-ribs removed, leaves chopped
1 Lemon , juiced
pinch Sea salt
pinch White...
Monday Mindset: Capitalize On Your Freedom

You have dedicated your life to so many worthy causes - your family, your spouse, your friends, your work and many others. ...
The MaxLife 10-Day Spring Renewal Program

The 10-Day Spring Renewal Program is guaranteed to break down the barriers to health, by providing you with a PLAN that will...
Sweet Pea, Mint and Garlic on Toasted Pita

I love sweet peas. One of my favorite restaurants in Denver, Potager, always has delightful seasonal dishes using this sweet, crunchy veggie....
Julie Speaking 4/20: Don’t Fool Yourself…Living Healthy Is Not As Hard As You Think!
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Julie Speaking: “Embracing Food, Movement & Balance with Ease”
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FAT Book Radio Tour – Tuesday, March 1st!

Please tune in for my national radio tour, in support of March National Nutrition Month!

The tour will launch tomorrow, Tuesday, March...
Julie’s Interview on the Dr. Carol Show – Transform Your Relationship to Food!

Click on the link below to listen to my taped interview with radio host Dr. Carol. We had a fabulous talk and I...

Julie’s Interview on Best of Mom TV!
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A Message of Love: Join The 200 Healthy Families Campaign Today!
We have a goal. It's a remarkable one, and it will transform lives.

I want you to be a part of...

Floral Red Rice, Soybeans, Raisins & Tamari

This is not your average bowl of rice! I just tried red rice and found the flavor to be naturally floral with...

Whole-Grain Goodness: Amaranth w/Pears, Almonds & Ginger

This dish is absolutely gorgeous in flavor and texture! Amaranth is high in protein and fiber, so it's a wonderful...

A Doctor Committed to Change
Don't miss Dr. Matt Brown Jr., M.D., in Denver, Saturday, February 5th, 9:30am

Dr. Matt Brown is known and respected for his...

Breakfast Quinoa as seen on The Everyday Show
When I first saw this recipe in Food and Wine, I was surprised that they had something as forward-thinking as quinoa! Then I realized that...

As Seen on KWGN’s Daybreak – Asian Stir Fry with Tamari-Maple Sauce

Ingredients:

2 skinless chicken breasts, free-range, skinless but into bite-sized pieces, or 1 cup cubed firm tofu
2 garlic cloves, roughly...

See Julie LIVE in Denver – Friday Jan. 7th: Revolutionize Your Health in 2011!

Have you bought into the belief that being healthy is hard?

What if you could say YES to living...

Low-Fat Recipe: New Year’s Black-Eyed Peas with Poblano Peppers

This is an old New Year's day tradition. We love starting the new year with a healthy, hearty meal that we can...

Book Launch Today – December 20th!

Just a reminder that my book launches TODAY on Amazon.
I'm so excited, but more importantly, I'm filled with gratitude for ...

Healthy Holiday Gift-Giving
Today on my show, Real Nutrition on the Mom TV network, I showed viewers how to create holiday gifts that are affordable and healthy. Here's...

Healthy Holiday Recipe: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free Pumpkin Custard

Serves 4

Ingredients:

2 eggs, beaten

1 c. plain yogurt - coconut milk yogurt, soy milk yogurt, or kefir...

Healthy Holiday Recipe: Cranberry & Apricot Chutney

Makes 4 cups

1 cup water
1/2 cup Sucanat
12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries (or 16 ounces if you prefer...

I Eat Fast Food
Tonight I worked late.

My stomach ached with hunger, but I still had to pick up cat food for our equally hungry cat (I...

Enjoy Your Piece of Pie
This morning I'm feeling relaxed and happy.

It's the first morning in months that I've chosen to ease into my workday with a warm...

FAT is Not A Four-Letter Word – Daily Lesson #9: Create a New Life Template
It’s Monday morning.

Today’s the day you’re going to lose weight and get healthy!

You plan to eat right and exercise, and this...

Real Nutrition on MomTV: October Line-Up & My Remarkable Guests

October 13th - In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I'll be talking to Regina Serna, a breast cancer...

Quick & Easy Meals: Hearty Vegetarian Chili

Ingredients:

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 Tablespoons olive oil

1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice

1...

Gluten-Free Recipes: Fall Harvest Corn Bread

Ingredients:

1 cup white rice flour
3/4 cup stone-ground cornmeal
2 to 3 Tablespoons of sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

Julie Speaking: Living a Healthier Holiday Season

Living a Healthier Holiday Season:

Tips to Live Well, Eat Well and Feel Well

Featuring Julie Hammerstein, CN

Warm Apple Muesli

Enjoy this delicious, power-packed breakfast on a chilly day. It's incredibly filling and loaded with fiber, protein and plant nutrition!

Ingredients:

Transformation Happens When You Decide You Are “Good Enough!”
This letter is from Garnett Stewart, a reader and student of my book due out next month: Fat Is Not a Four-Letter Word: 14 Daily...

Splendid Coconut & Blueberries Muffins

Ingredients:

3 cups whole-wheat flour
2 cups plain Kefir or plain (organic) yogurt
2 eggs lightly beaten
1 teaspoons sea salt

Healthy Mindset: Replace “I Forget” With “I Choose”

I Choose to set my alarm so that I have time for a healthy breakfast.

I Choose to plan exercise into...

Retrain Your Brain and Break Free From Old Comfort Foods
There is something seductively comforting about a bowl of homemade Mac ‘n Cheese on a cold day.

“What?!”, you say. “YOU, the Nutritionist, eat...

Featured Speaker: Kim Dalzell PhD, RD, LD – Fighting Cancer & Chronic Disease

Support Healthy Cells!

Featuring Kim Dalzell, PhD, RD, LD

Discover How Plants Prevent and Fight Cancer...

Budget Organic Eating Into Your Family’s Health Plan
With disease rates and environmental decay on the rise, switching to organic foods serve as a responsible measure to mediate both.

Pesticides and...

Protecting Yourself from Prostate Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that 250,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, and one out of every...

MaxLife Recipe: Wild Mushroom Risotto

Ingredients:

3 14 1/2-ounce cans vegetable broth
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 shallots, chopped
1 pound assorted wild mushrooms (such as...

Gluten Free Hazelnut & Almond Cookies
Ingredients:

8 egg whites
1 3/4 cup organic sugar or Sucanat
2 1/2 cups hazelnuts, skinned and chopped
2 1/2 cups chopped almonds

Real Nutrition Q & A: September Line-Up on Real Mom TV
September 1st - Q & A: LIVE from the RMTV Kitchen - Taryn Bellavance has a mission to inspire hope & health in families. After 16 years...

Wellness Connection Lunch: Back-to-School, Building Health
Please join us for our September
Wellness Connection Lunch
In Cherry Creek!

Back-to-School, Building Health:

Life-Giving Tips To Improve...

Clear Your Plate to Make Room For Cooking
I love to cook. It's relaxing, therapeutic, and a great way to connect with friends and family.

I also love to eat. So trying...

Watch Real Nutrition Q & A: Fabulous Guests, Cooking Demos and Give-Aways

August 4th - Dr. Mitra Ray, Ph.D. (www.drmitraray.com) - author of Do You Have the Guts to Be Beautiful, will be...

Summer Peach Sorbet

Ingredients
1 cup water

1/4 cup and 2 T. organic raw or Turbinado sugar

1/4 cup lemon juice

8...

Mexican Breakfast Wrap

Ingredients:

1 large green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
7 organic, free-range large eggs
1/2...

Health Talk: The Four Nutrition Secrets That Could Help Save Your Life

Featuring: Susan Silberstein, Ph.D.

Founder/Director, Center for Advancement in Cancer Education
Author of the recipe book, Hungry for...

Healthy Eating: Foods You’ll Find in My Fridge

People always ask what I eat to stay fit and energetic.

It’s a tough question because I enjoy so many wonderfully...

Healthy Weight: Don’t Let the Scale Determine Your Calories

Healthy Weight: Don’t Let the Scale Determine Your Calories

Watching your food intake is critical to achieving and...

Balsamic Grilled Vegetables

Ingredients

1 medium yellow squash, sliced lengthwise
1 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise
1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
1 red...

Grilled Rainbow Trout
Ingredients:
4 six-ounce fillets of rainbow trout.
¼ cup of canola oil.
2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice.
1 tablespoon of ginger root, minced.
1...

Outstanding Guests & Cooking Demos: July Shows on “Real Nutrition Q & A” (The Real Mom TV Network)

The Real Nutrition Q & A Show, on The Real Mom TV network

That’s right, you can now come into the...

Morning Tea Talk: Enhance Your Family’s Health
Morning Tea Talk:
Enhance Your Family’s Health

You're Invited!

Come share in the simple solutions that improve your family’s health...

Wine & Wellness: Healthy Body, Healthy Mind
You're Invited!

Come share in the simple solutions that improve your family’s health by:

Supporting the immune system;
Decreasing cellular aging...

“Real Nutrition Q & A”: Wednesday’s Show…Psychic Medium-to-the-Stars Rebecca Rosen

Special 45-minute segment with celebrated author and
psychic medium-to-the-stars, Rebecca Rosen.

In this special RMTV interview, Rebecca will...

First Course is Always Veggies for Children
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.-To get a child to eat more vegetables, serve them as the first course of a meal, says researchers from the...

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Lentil Walnut Pate

Dec - 09 | no comments.

Ingredients:

2 cups Lentils, dried
8-10 cups Water
1 tablespoon Grapeseed oil
1 Onion, diced
4 Garlic cloves, minced
1 large head Broccoli , chopped
½ cup Walnut pieces

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