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Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Bark Recipe

January 22, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

Hazelnut chocolate happens to be a personal favorite of mine so…  I just couldn’t resist sharing this recipe with you – enjoy this sweet and savory treat when you’re craving a little sweetness and crunch in your life! Dark Chocolate Bark with Hazelnuts Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooling Time: 30[…]

Optimized & Inspired™ Quote

January 19, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Optimized & Inspired Quotes

“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” ~ MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

Kale Chip Recipe

January 15, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

A great winter snack when you’re in the mood for something crunchy, tasty and warm, right out of the oven.  Enjoy! Kale Chips Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Serves: 10 or more INGREDIENTS: 1 to 2 bunches kale Olive Oil DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 2. Remove[…]

Lemon-Ginger Zinger Recipe

January 8, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

As the New Year begins, enjoy this fantastic cold cleansing drink to help you recalibrate your body and gently detox your system. Lemon-Ginger Zinger Beverage Prep Time: 5 Minutes Serves: 1 – Makes 2 1/4 cups INGREDIENTS: 3 or 4 fresh sweet basil leaves 1-inch(2.5 cm) knob of fresh ginger,[…]

5 Tips to Make 2015 Your Most Powerful Year Yet

January 8, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Peak Performance

Yes, it’s that time of year again when some of us will feel compelled to create a long list of New Year’s Resolutions. Regardless of where you fall on the goal-setting spectrum, whether you’re enthusiastic, bypass it entirely or fall somewhere in the middle, choosing how you wish to begin[…]

Holiday Maple Spiced Almonds Recipe

December 16, 2014 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

If you are looking for the perfect treat to bring to your next holiday party – this delicious recipe is sure to impress other guests with its unusual blend of sweet and spicy. Enjoy! Holiday Maple Spiced Almonds Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cooking Time: 20 – 25 Minutes Serves: Makes[…]