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Parasites: How to Remove Them and Heal...

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Wed, 12 May 2010 17:40:00 +0000

I've been busy.... researching parasites - what they are, how we get them, who gets them and most importantly how to get rid of them... And before you think "Yuk, well that doesn't affect me," keep reading.... Here's the high level...

If you eat meat, if you eat raw food, if you travel to countries with mosquitos, if you drink water, if you breathe, if you drink coffee, even if you walk bare foot on the ground you can be assured you've got them... Some health practitioners believe that worms are at the root of all health conditions, so whether you are ... carnivorous, raw, vegan or vegetarian, you prob have them too.... Get this - coroners report that they find them in not some, but ALL autopsies.... my non-scientific discovery and summary is this: they like us, we feed them, they are everywhere in the universe, and it seems like if you are alive you probably have them too... BUT heres the good news, you can get rid of them - And here's how.... Do a parasite cleanse, take garlic, drink apple cider vinegar & during the cleanse get morning colonics and start rinsing all washed fruit and vegetables in guess what? Apple cider Vinegar!!! Another wonderful use for ACV! IN love and light, from my heart to yours, many blessings xxx

Breaking the Taboo on Colonics...

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Sun, 09 May 2010 04:29:00 +0000

Have you ever had a Colonic? Have you ever heard of them? Up until a few years ago I hadn't, but now they are a regular part of my health plan - for me having regular colonics is kind of like having health insurance... Why you might ask?

Health is my number 1 value... And it has been for a long time - for 12 years now, I have been very proactive with my health and health aware; I practice and teach yoga, I am vegetarian, and I eat mainly organic, fresh food, I walk whenever I get the chance, I do regular liver detoxes, I don't drink, I don't smoke, I don't take drugs (illegal or legal) You could say I am pretty health consiocus :) and yet today in my colonic session, (purified water used to flush the bowel under the supervision of a qualified Colon Therapist) you'll never believe what was flushed out of me..... ???

A WORM nest - So Unbelievable and yukky.. but oh my gosh - it was so amazing to see it...... be flushed out of me and gone forever!.....and apparently according to my Colon Therapist, most of us have these worms inside of us, sitting in our intestines, eating away at our food or us, and negatively impacting and damaging our health.... How gross is that.... But even worse than thinking that there is a parasite inside you, (if that is possible!) is that this parasite is competing for nutrients, scavaging all the health goodies and nutrients before you and your body can get the chance to absorb them... and we know with health... We are not what we eat, but what we can absorb... so if you are suffering from any health condition including but not limited to bloating, IBS, diarrhoea, skin disorders, constipation, allergies, asthma, immune problems, diabetes, auto-immune disorders, then make sure you ask your health practitioner to test if you too could have worms like me..... and I didn't even have any of these symptoms... Oh and one more thing that I find fascinating, is how amazingly different I feel in my body... My colon therapist said to take it easy for the next 3 days as my body re-adjusts to being the new me... these entities have cellular memories, and when released from the body, we release these old memories and that affects our new cells, our body and our cellular structure- how cool is that?

As they say, better out than in!!! Wishing you a wonderful weekend.... And here' s a website that I found telling you a bit more about the health benefits of colonics and their history (*Disclaimer: I am not associated in any way with this website, but I enjoyed reading this section on colonics and I thought you might too... and this information is not intended to replace medical advice - please always work with a qualified health care practitioner.)

http://www.appliedozone.com/colonics.html

Day 5 Liver Cleansing Instructions....

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Fri, 07 May 2010 19:02:00 +0000

So, tonight we are drinking our special liver cleansing cocktail - a zesty combo of fresh grapefruit and extra virgin olive oil --- A note on the grapefruit:olive oil ratio - it's 3:1 ....so I like to use 1/3 cup of EV olive oil and 1 cup of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice. Mix the grapefruit juice & olive oil by shaking it well or even briefly blending it in your blender.

Drink it at 10pm on the dot, best to drink it in bed, (you want to be as close to horizontal as possible, and have little - no movement once you drink your cocktail... this helps all the stones release...)

IMPORTANT: As soon as you finish the drink, immediately lie down and go straight to bed......

Please note: You can also add a small dash of cayanne pepper to this cocktail mixture, before you do, check in with your intuition, only add it in if it feels right, trust yourself, you can't get it wrong.....

Tomorrow morning, Day 6, okay now the fun begins... Bathroom visits.... After your bowel movements, check in the toilet bowl and be as brave as you can be... what you will find will astound and amaze you... after your bowel movements... most stones will float... some will be small, others will be bigger, and some will be phenomenally big... (although they usually release after 2 or 3 cleanses) Also note the different colours - green, tan, black and red ones...

If you want more information about Liver Cleanses I recommend you read Andreas Moritz book, "The Amazing Liver and Gall Bladder Cleanse" ... here is a great wee read to learn more about your liver and the importance of liver cleanses....

Liver Cleanse - Day 3

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Wed, 05 May 2010 18:51:00 +0000

Today, book 2 colonics....

One for Day 5 afternoon/evening and one for Day 6 in the afternoon... If you are on a budget - just book the Saturday one...

If you are in Los Angeles I can recommend a medical intuitive colon therapist with 50 years experience who partners with a Acupuncturist for incredible results and also if you are in London I can recommend a beautiful Naturopath and Colon Therapist who is a pure living example of healthy living....

Remember to keep drinking your organic apple juice, today, drink 1 litre today.....

Also, you want to clear your social diary for Friday night - no drinking alcohol, and I will be recommending an early night.... Thanks for all your feedback, and please keep the questions coming...

What will be released from your body over the next few days will shock, surprise and amaze you.... Liver cleansing is the foundation for creating an amazing life, in love, light and service to you, your health and your dreams...

Listening to your body is the key..

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:18:00 +0000

Learning how to listen to our bodies is the key to living a happy, healthy life. Our bodies are our minds, and our minds are our bodies. There is a connection between the mind and the body; they are one. The body holds so much wisdom - imagine if we had to breathe ourselves or filter 1 to 1½ gallons of blood as many as 400 times a day passing through over 1 million tiny filters in the kidneys.... Imagine if we had to do that consciously?!!

Often from personal and professinal experience, I notice that when we stop listening to our bodies, somewhere in our lives we have stopped listening to our dreams. Our bodies are guided by our highest truth, they are guided by our hearts....When the mind and body are working together in balance we create health, harmony and balance in our lives...

No matter how long you have been disconnected from the inner wisdom of your body and your own inner knowing you can certainly start listening to your body right now...

To be honest it's probably fair to say that everything you have ever heard about weight loss is a lie.... It doesn't have to be hard.... And it can be a whole lot of fun....

* I love food
* I love eating
* I enjoy lots of yummy food all the time
* I eat more now than when I was overweight

I lost over 60 pounds and have kept it off for over 10 years.... Losing weight for good is not about deprivation in any way shape or form...Losing weight is a journey of transformation - a transformation of old thought patterns, behaviours & breaking old habits... I did it and I know that you can too...

We must always start with acceptance from where we are. Then secondly to make a decision about what you want to create and finally to make small, progressive gradual steps towards your vision. It is important that you not make massive, radical changes that are unsustainable... If you can't see yourself eating and living how you are today, say in a week, a month, or a year from now, you are probably on a diet.... And we know that diets don't work...But making small cumulative changes in our daily habits do...... When we set ourselves up internally for success, miracles happen in our external world (God, the Universe, nature, Law of Attraction, Angels, Guides - basically whatever you believe in) provides all that you need to be successful in creating your vision..... Don't be surprised if the right information just comes to you in the form of incredible people, opportunities, mentors, specific books falling off your book shelf, signs, messages, intuition, all these things will start to "miraculously" appear in your life....

When the student is ready, the teacher appears....

If you want to transform your health, and/or your body, I know that because I did, you can too.... you can create your dreams, whatever they may be.... You can create a life that inspires you....

In love, health and prosperity,

Katrina x
www.TransformWithKatrina.com

If you or someone you know has Diabetes, you must read this...

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:47:00 +0000

Namaste, Okay I have a question for you...

What do the actor Woody Harrelson, peak performance coach Tony Robbins, Rev. Michael Beckwith from "The Secret," Morgan Spurlock from "Super Size Me," Dr. Gabriel Cousens and raw food expert David Wolfe all have in common?

They're all featured in the powerful raw food documentary film "Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days." If you haven't yet seen this film you need to check it out because the producers of the film are giving it away for 50% OFF the regular price for today and tomorrow only... You can see the trailer for the film here:

Watch the trailor here...

Whether you're in perfect health or suffering with diabetes or any other health issue I highly recommend you watch this film. It's a powerful, emotional and educational film that is a must see for anyone who cares about their health. Along with offering "Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days" for 50% OFF they're also offering the companion "Raw for Life" 2 disc DVD set for 50% OFF the regular price!

As you know I healed my body of chronic disease, with no drugs, surgery or medication - this is a movie that shows how you can too...

When you pick up a copy today you'll also get a laundry list of amazing bonuses. So take a minute to watch the trailer for this amazing film by visiting the site below.

click here to watch the movie....

And remember, diabetes is a pandemic situation with over 246 million people suffering worldwide. If you or anyone you know is dealing with diabetes make sure that they watch this film. It just may save their life…

In Love and Wellness, Katrina x

P.S. - The 50% OFF is a ridiculously low price for the film. With the bonuses they've added on it's almost a no brainer. It shows how passionate they are about getting this information out to the public. Make sure to check it out:

click here to watch the movie....

When should I do yoga?

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 17:31:00 +0000

Sometimes, the best time to do yoga, is when you least feel like it....

The days, when you are feeling stressed, the days when you are feeling down, the days when you are feeling like life is crumbling all around you... this is when time on the mat is such a treat... Creating this space to let all this "stuff" go, to let all these "problems" be absorbed by the mat as you breathe deeply into the infinity of life, and an opportunity to release all your thoughts and worries, knowing that in this moment you are safe, and you are okay, no matter what is going on all around you. In this moment, as you connect to your breath, feel the expansion and notice that you have everything you need....

Om, om, om... Today enjoy your day, and have the best practice ever!

Love and blessings from my heart to yours,

Katrina x

www.TransformWithKatrina.com

All Judgment is Self Judgment

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 02:48:00 +0000

When we judge others, we judge ourselves.

When we stop judging others, we stop judging ourselves...

Is it a break down or break through?

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 03:08:00 +0000

This morning I found myself in tears... It was sweltering hot... I wsa lugging far too much gears, I was still shaking from fever and not feeling 100% after having thrown up all night. I'd just probably paid 10 times more than I should have for a cab because I couldn't speak enough Spanish to make myself understood. I had just checked out of my accommodation from last night, after being eaten alive by mosquitos in between my bouts of throwing up from my previous night's mexican dinner and I had no idea where to go next..... I just knew I needed to leave, to get out of where I was... But where to? I had no idea.... And the sun was beating down in the heat of the midday sun... and not a cab in sight... And I found myself sobbing on the pavewalk.... After all the years of studying my mind - i was just noticing all the thoughts racing through my head... I just want to go home.... I hate Mexico... Maybe I should just get a cab straight to the airport and get the H**K out of here.... I hate travelling.... Where was my boyfriend... I want someone to come and save me...

And in this moment, all the things I was so grateful for, were forgotten. My transformative healing session with a traditional Mayan healer, the wonder of having my future read to me by a Mayan shaman and then translated back into English so I could understand it, and Cha Chaa - my driver who took me everywhere and waited patiently for me while I mediatated in ancient Mayan ruins and drove for miles to find me litres of the freshest organic coconut water in the world, and the best and sweetest watermelons in his local area, and the divineness eating fresh, juicy mangoes straight from the mango trees.... and my love and appreciation for so many beautiful Mexican people that opened their hearts to me and shared their stories and their lives and....Paulo Pedro, the philosopher, Mayan researcher and Mayan artist who spent hours with me teaching me about Mayan culture, and sharing his research on culture that opened my mind to a new level of deep respect for local people whereever I go next in the world....

Have you ever had this sort of thing happen to you before? Your life is pretty amazing, but when things go wobbly it feels like the whole world is tumbling down? Through my tears, I started laughing at myself as I remembered the saying, "This too will pass..." and it's only a couple hours later, and in the meantime I've been busy on line searching for my next stop - and I've done it all in a lovely, stylish and friendly cafe that does brilliant mochaccino and internet that has a brilliant (and free) internet connection... and now I'm just about to jump onto a bus headed to this amazing, luscious Mayan eco retreat centre to while away the days swinging in hammocks, doing yoga in the Jungle and swimming in Cenotes (crystal clear aqua blue swimming spots) and visiting Chichen Itza (home to the original Mayan pyramids - one of the 7 Wonders of the World)...

So remember next time, when you feel like you are having a break down, ask yourself if maybe this is an opportunity to make a massive break through to push you to do something very different, that will ultimately lead you to where you want to be!!!

Much love and blessings from my heart to yours

Katrina xx

www.KatrinaBrunsden.com

Sexy Food Therapy - How to Emotionally Eat the Right Way

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:46:00 +0000

I've just been interviewed by Melissa Ramos, founder of the witty Sex in the City-ish Blog Sexy Food Therapy....

CLICK HERE to read how I keep healthy while living on the go.... plus a recipe for my favourite 5 minute fresh sexy spring roll...

While you are there, I highly recommend you sign up for Melissa's SFT blog - its's very well written, with great recipes and ideas for sexy living....

3 Liver-Loving Tips..

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:28:00 +0000

You Can Create Shining, Happy Livers With These Tips...

1. Love your liver: Sit still and smile. Meditate. Visualise your liver smiling too. (A Balinese Meditation from "Eat, Pray, Love" by Elizabeth Gilbert)

2. Happy Liver Drink:1 grapefruit (juiced), 2 lemons (juiced), 1 cup filtered water, dash of cayenne pepper (optional), 1 Tble extra virgin olive or flax seed oil, 1" fresh ginger (peeled) and BLEND together. Drink first thing in the morning. Excellent for flushing toxins from the liver.

3. Squeeze the juice of a lemon wedge into your water. (Really tasty either hot or cold.)

Food, Food, Food - FOOD INC - The Movie...

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:42:00 +0000

This movie will open your eyes to what the food companies don't want you to see...

GUARANTEED - you will never look at dinner the same way again!

This is such an important movie to watch. it will help you to understand how to make educated and healthy food choices in spite of all the barriers ....

http://www.foodincmovie.com/

My Key Take Outs of the Movie:

1. Always, alway read food labels. If possible research company values.

2. Buy local food, wherever possible.

3. Buy food in season (organic if possible).

4. Know that you are ALWAYS voting with your dollar.

Romantica Dinner for 2....

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:14:00 +0000

Last night I decided to make a special dinner... And I prepared a fast, healthy romance dinner for the two of us, which was very simple. A big plate of fresh greens (rocket, spinach and fresh herbs - chopped up and sprinkled over), chunky avocadoes, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, all gorgeously dressed and drizzled with an aromatic and delicious pumpkin seed oil, and lemons, decorated on the side with some yummy roasted sweet potato...

Presentation is everything! I piled everything up high in the centre of beautiful, lovely, white, large square plates.... Placemats were put out, I dimmed the lights, and then loaded the table and the house with candles. I played some of our favourite music, nice cocktail glasses filled with San Pellegrino soda water, lemon slices and ice and we were ready to eat in just over 30 minutes... Special.... Eat with love and enjoyment and, always remember to enjoy the company of the people you are with...

7 Secrets to the Perfect Downward Dog

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:04:00 +0000

As a yoga student and teacher, I notice that postures can be dramatically improved with subtle changes. Like life, your Yoga practice will continue to evolve and change each day.....

Today I wanted to share my 7 secrets to successful downward dog that will have your yoga practice rocking. This pose is one to keep working on. It is great for toning and strengthening your enire body and with time, it becomes easier to perfect...

secret 1. focus on keeping the neck long and the arms straight

secret 2. focus on pushing the energy in your hands down to the base of your fore finger and thumb and into the earth, grounding you

secret 3. rotate your biceps arms away from your body (this rotates the shoulders, opening your chest and heart)

secret 4. gaze to your knees (beginner) thighs (intermediate) and navel (advanced)

secret 5. push the heels down, lift the hips up high, and lengthen through your entire back (sacrum to neck)

secret 6. soften the shoulders, relax your face, head and neck

secret 7. remember to breathe using ujjayi breath, have fun and smile! :)

Quick, easy + healthy chocolate feast

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:50:00 +0000

Oh yum... check out this number that I created the other day.... so easy, so fast, so delicious....

Chill 2 beautiful cocktail glasses in the freezer.

Blend together to taste...

3-4 T agave syrup (the darker the better) Or you can use maple syrup
2-3 T cocoa or Cacao (raw chocolate powder) For more chocolate taste add more...
a splash of water or milk(almond, rice, soy is better for you than cows milk)
1 soft ripe creamy avocado

Then scoop into your chilled glasses. Decorate with diagonally sliced bananas on top, and a drizzle of agave/maple syrup or pile berries on top....

Then chill for a bit longer if you can hold out and ENJOY either with a loved one or alone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This was modified from a recipe on SexyFood Therapy- Thx to Melissa for the inspiration...

New Zelaand, California, San Diego...

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:56:00 +0000

Wow, mid way through January already... Can you believe it? Where has the last 3 weeks gone? Well for me, it's been a whirlwind of airports, planes, new countries, new people, new experiences... I've been back home in New Zealand, visiting friends and family (beautiful beautiful country). First time home in 3 and half years.... Nothing changed and yet everything was different! All in good ways. More recently I've been in Los Angeles, California, staying in a fabulous spot in Malibu overlooking the ocean (one word - breath-taking)... Santa Monica (3rd Street Promenade - so much action, it's a must see!) Hollywood, West Hollywood, Melrose Ave (the designer Street with loads of cool funky hip shops and cafes). Bodhi Tree Bookstore - health, beauty, medical and spiritual texts that will blow your mind and of course lots of raw food and healthy restaurants to feast in. And then to San Diego - a good friend of my boyfriend, gave us the delight of a whirlwind tour - to the beach, the best restaurant in town for lunch, the San Diego Zoo, where we made friends with Security by pushing the boundaries of the 5pm closing time til 6pm and scored a ride back to the carpark, as we checked out beautiful wildlife, all the while internally sitting with my inner questions and dilemnas of the ethics of the Zoo. Now back inPhoenix - back into my amazing yoga class that I found in December . You can always keep learning, and if you find a teacher that knows more than you, I recommmend that you spend as much time in their presence as you can....

Beautiful Hippos at San Diego Zoo

My yummy raw dinner of Ravioli at Cru Restaurant, Los Angeles

Planet Raw - Juliano's Raw Restaurant in Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Leaving New Zealand, now to California...

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 05:16:00 +0000

Just sending this from Auckland Airport. Am flying out in a couple of hours, on my way to Malibu. I have a date with my boyfriend at the infamous raw restaurant Juliano's in LA, and the on to San Diego tomorrow. We'll be checking out yummy raw and healthy restaurants and cafes. I feel like I have been totally spoilt in NZ with fresh produce, mainly from my Mum and Dad's garden. But end of this journey. On to the next! Will post shortly with news from the sunny shores of the West Coast of the U S of A.

Say Goodbye to Love Handles

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:38:00 +0000

Hey yogis, if you suffer from those annoying love handles, you know that little extra bit that bulges just above your jeans or trousers? (at home in New Zealand we call these muffin tops!) I have some GREAT NEWS!

Today, I discovered a super easy way to banish them...

Yoga twists! Seriously! :)

I know that we are taught in yoga that twists detoxify the body. So when we think deeper this starts to make sense. Toxins are highly acidic to the delicate organs inside our body. So our amazing bodies create fat, to buffer and store the toxins in. When we twist and detoxify our bodies, we flush toxins, and voila no toxins, no fat, meaning no LOVE HANDLES......

So, focus on increasing the twists in your yoga practice, and reap the benefits! Detoxify, Energise, Tone Up and Slim Down Naturally....

Namaste beautiful yogis and blessings to you all from Phoenix, Arizona.

Choices....

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:53:00 +0000

Creating Health is a choice. And it's a choice that only you can make. It's you that has to get out of bed and start walking. It's you that has to get conscious about what you are thinking. And it's only you who has to buy and ultimately, eat energy food. No-one got an awesome, fit, strong and healthy body by doing no exercise, eating crap food and thinking negatively. And on the flip side everyone who commits to living each day with movement, energy, positive thoughts, and high quality food will create health. Imagine sculpting, toning, strengthening and creating your body anew! Is today the day you make your choice for health? You deserve health, vitality and wellbeing...

Delicious Food....

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 05:33:00 +0000

I love food, and I especially love food that is quick and easy to throw together.... This delcious mix energises both body and mind. Great simply eaten at home or served at a fancy dinner party. Pimped up with pretty pomegranates, they are a real super food, packed full of antioxidants to keep your energy levels high and your skin looking sparkley, smooth and youthful.

Pomegranate and Quinoa Salad

1 cup quinoa (cooked in 2 cups of boiling water, about 10 minutes, until it forms white tails)

1/2 pomegranate (seeds scooped out, discard the rest)

2 handfuls of washed Organic Rocket (or arugula) or any greens you have on hand

1 Avocado (sliced thinly)

1 small bunch of organic basil and parsley (finely sliced)

1/8 Red onion (very finely finely chopped)

Goats cheese (if desired)

Dressing

I like to keep it simple but you can dress this wee salad with almost anything you like.

Here's what I use....

Generous drizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Juice 1/2 lime or lemon squeezed

Himalayan or Maldon crushed sea salt (never table or iodised salt) sprinkled over top

Crushed or finely chopped garlic (if desired - vary amount according to your preference)

Energy Vortex Heaven in Sedona....

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:51:00 +0000

A long overdue hello! Well it's been a whirlwind! Was in Italy until beginning of November, then into London, then Exeter for a week (studying towards my Naturopathic qualification), then back to London for a few days, to celebrate my man's birthday, and have our goodbye party with beautiful friends, and now.... in Sedona, Arizona, USA!

Wow, Sedona, I'd heard great things about you, but what can I say? You are all that I'd expected and so much more!

Am currently feeling very spoilt and grateful. I am lushing it up at a very chic Resort, Seven Canyons- I would say, it's the nicest place I have ever stayed in my life! Beautiful villas, totally equipped with all the essentials including a massage table, jacuzzi, king size beds, underfloor heating, outdoor BBQ, and big fireplaces,... Ahhh, what else could a girl need? I'm here with 4 friends, and in the library is a book called "The 5 People You Will Meet in Heaven" - well, we saw this book a few moments after arriving at the Villa, looked around at us and laughed..... At that moment, we all wondered, had we arrived in heaven? It certainly felt like it....

Tomorrow we are checking out Sedona's Energy Vortexes (special places believed by spiritual seekers to hold high energy)....

Ohhhh yea.....more photos to follow....

Italy, the perfect movie location....

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:50:00 +0000

Namaste!

Today in Casperia, it's a beautiful autumn day - we are awash with orange, red and yellow leaves, being bathed in clear and expansive blue skies, and warm sunshine. Living in this quaint little 13th Century Italian hilltop village is like taking a step back in time. This beautiful wee village is still totally traditional, (to paint the picture there is just 1 patisseria, 1 butcher shop, 1 supermarket, cobbled stoned streets, no cars, 1 cafe). It is possibly the perfect movie set, (actually Gary Rhodes films his cooking videos here!) So for the next few days, I'm going to be in front of the video cam, filming some new videos for you....

Keep an eye out for them, I'll upload them shortly for you...

Build upper body strength with crow pose....

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:47:00 +0000

Yoga is perfect for toning arms, building upper body strength.

To go into Crow Pose, squat down, with the arms on either side of the outer left and right arms. Spread your fingers wide, making sure that the elbows are in line with, and supporting the wrists. Squeeze the knees into the outer arms, just above the elbows. The arms will form "a ledge" for the knees. Come up onto the toes, lift the hips up, lean forward and slowly lift the legs off the ground., finding your balance.

**** NOTE: To begin, try lifting one leg off the ground, then putting it down. Then lift the other leg, off the ground. This will enable you to build upper body and arm strength.

This shot was taken of me on Skyros Beach, in Greece by photographer Damien Senn.

Namaste, and Announcing....

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:44:00 +0000

Ladies, well what a big couple of months it has been! I've been in the Greek Islands teaching yoga, and now in Italy. It's a tough life, but someone has to do it! And it sure beats working in an office... Also, we've been working hard, and just this month kicked off the fabulous Sweaty Betty Blog - and what fun! I'm their featured Yoga expert, so my blog is all things yoga and health related.....

Here's the link to take you right there...
The Sweaty Betty Yoga Blog

Also over the last 12 months or so I've been experimenting with raw food. It's been fascinating. I've been looking at food in relationship to emotions and emotional eating, energy levels, weight loss, travel, overall health and feeling vibrant. My next post I'll tell you about my results.

Breathe, remember gratitude for all the gifts we have and from my heart to yours, many blessings! x

How to Eat Chocolate and Still Lose Weight!

noreply@blogger.com (FatGirlTrim) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:37:00 +0000

I'm a big favourite of Conscious Media Network (their ethos is Question Everything!) and also David Wolfe (Living Foods and Raw Chocolate expert).

So you can imagine my excitement when CMN interviewed David Wolfe recently - this
interview could change your life!

http://www.consciousmedianetwork.com/members/dwolfe.htm

Enjoy... (It runs about 30 mins or so)

Much love