
Jen Lives Healthy
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
Turmeric Oatmeal
This breakfast recipe is not only delicious but super nutritious with brilliant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties!...
How much protein should you be eating per day?
The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight. To determine your needs: Divide your weight...
My sisters journey with cancer
Carol is my sister and my best friend. Her successful career in IT came to an abrupt end last year when she was diagnosed with sarcoma ,...
Skin care tips and what I am loving .
Your skin is the largest organ of your body and is an essential part of the immune system . It is the only organ in the body that can be...
Joanna Gaine's Granola Bars
These granola bars are a delicious snack to have with a cup of tea and they are a yummy , healthy treat to add to kids lunch boxes. It is...
The Great Escape
Life is so busy and often we forget to take care of ourselves. One of my biggest problems is not being able to shut down and just be...
Cancer cannot cripple love, shatter hope or conquer the spirit!
This photo was in 2015 during Garth’s 6 month battle with lung cancer. This year was the hardest year of my life and yet this photo is...
Superfood Granola
This granola recipe is supercharged with Karen Berrios chia seeds and golden berries which are high in polyphenols and beta-carotene. ...
Why Detox?
Detoxing for me is about getting on the right track; mind, body , spirit . Here is a list of 10 signs and symptoms that your body needs a...
Cape Town -The Dream Destination
Cape Town, South Africa, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With it's larger-than-life Table Mountain overlooking the City...
Pumpkin Chia Oatmeal
This creamy pumpkin chia oatmeal bowl is a delicious breakfast for all seasons, especially after thanksgiving when you have lots of ...
Pumpkin Pie
Are you preparing your thanksgiving meal and looking for a healthy gluten free pumpkin pie recipe? I am so thrilled to find this recipe...
Stay Refreshed and Stress Less!
I try hard to drink the recommended 8-10 glasses of water per day but I really struggle. Juicing has helped me to get the extra few...
Chia Oatmeal
My kids can do oatmeal breakfast, lunch or supper! It’s true ..... someone is always making oats in our family! I was actually thinking...
Homemade Avocado Face Mask
Needing a Summer Spa Day? I know as schools close and the summer holidays begin all the Mommas out there are dreaming about having a Spa...
Home Baked South African Cheesecake
CRUST 1 Packet crushed tennis biscuits ( Substitute with Graham crackers in USA) 100g melted butter 1) Blend butter into crushed biscuits...
South African Chicken Indienne
Ingredients: Olive Oil 3 Gloves Garlic 2 Chopped Yellow Onions 12 Deboned Chicken Breasts ( We buy Organic from Trader Joes) 1 punnet...
Shakshuka
We absolutely love this hearty, healthy meal for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Ingredients: (Makes 5 servings ) 1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil 1...
Tumeric Rice and Tofu Bowl
Did you know brown rice is the same grain as white rice, just less processed? We prefer the taste of brown rice and the fact that it is a...
How It Got Started
I have always been interested in health and wellness. This website is an attempt to share my journey towards wellness as well as a space to inspire and help others. Click the button below to read my full journey.



















