Our Greek Feta & Turkey Stew is the perfect fall lunch recipe. Packed full of protein, fiber, and vitamins, this soup is a great recipe for Thanksgiving leftovers. Use fresh feta atop your stew to add a layer of depth to the flavor profile. INGREDIENTS (Serves 4) 16-20 oz turkey breast Olive oil ¾ c. […]
By Jennifer Keirstead, Holistic Nutritionist Do you get the winter blues, and eat more sugar and junk food than you care to admit? The weather and season affect our mood and health in profound ways. The lack of sunlight affects our serotonin and melatonin levels and disrupts our circadian rhythm – the body’s internal clock […]
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Does your career require you to travel? Whether you love or hate it, it doesn’t have be a dreaded journey of indigestion, poor sleep, stress and anxiety.
Is it possible to adopt a “spa retreat” state of mind along the way, so your cortisol isn’t sky high? With a bit of planning and intention, there are things you can do to stay more relaxed and calm amidst the hectic pace.
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Summer is going on and on in the West Kootenays of British Columbia, and we’re still out exploring the beautiful mountains. Our fall program is well underway and each week, our guests are loving the golden light and balmy temperatures. October is a great month for spending days outside, especially as many people struggle with […]
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Guests at Mountain Trek learn about the importance of time spent in nature for good health. Now there is a growing body of evidence showing exposure to nature is the root of good health and wellness. At Mountain Trek, we witness over and over the stress reduction and improved well-being of our guests each day, which contributes […]
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By Jennifer Keirstead, Holistic Nutritionist Investigating “Healthy” Meal Replacements in a Wrapper It seems that in today’s fast-paced world, we’ve developed the need for quick snacks and meal replacements. Protein bars saturated the market in the 80’s and have since been widely accepted as a healthy snack, or a quick meal on-the-go. While these bars […]
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If you’re thinking you’re legs are about to fall off, and sucking wind like crazy, signs are you’re doing a Tabata workout correctly. You may be wondering why anyone would intentionally do that to themselves, but there is a reason that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a go-to workout. This Japanese exercise import is super […]
By Jennifer Keirstead, Holistic Nutritionist Do you make your workday lunch, or buy one? That little thing called lunch can actually be holding you back from meeting your goals to eat better. We know, it’s not always easy to eat a healthy lunch. Sometimes, you might not have the energy in the morning to pack […]
Fed up with the steady onslaught of bad news and anxiety in the world? With the depressing media stories and global strife which creates worry over things you have no control over, the daily news does not often support a peaceful and relaxed state of mind. Thanks to technology, bad news is everywhere now, and […]
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By Jennifer Keirstead, Holistic Nutritionist Are you speed-eating, and getting a “food hangover”? Given that we rarely chew our food properly these days, you might say that chewing is somewhat of a lost art. In this fast-paced world of rushing here and there, we are literally shoving food down our throats, and inhaling our meals […]
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Do you get by on just coffee every morning and react to a grumbling stomach around 11:00 am? “Oh ya, I should eat something.” If your last meal was the night before at 6:00 pm, you’ve gone all night and then most of the morning without any nutrition. That means your body has spent approximately […]
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We all love eggs but did you know that not all eggs are created equal? You’ve probably heard of “free-range” before. According to Wikipedia, “free-range is a method of farming where animals are permitted to freely roam about. This principle allows the animals as much freedom as possible to live in a reasonably natural way.” […]
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Unless you’re a Zen Monk in a monastery, stress is in your life, like it or not. It’s said that a little stress is healthy, but chronic stress can sneak up on us in today’s hectic world. Besides other health hazards it creates, did you know that chronic stress can prevent you from losing […]
Greek Feta and Turkey Stew
/1 Comment/in Recipes /by adminOur Greek Feta & Turkey Stew is the perfect fall lunch recipe. Packed full of protein, fiber, and vitamins, this soup is a great recipe for Thanksgiving leftovers. Use fresh feta atop your stew to add a layer of depth to the flavor profile. INGREDIENTS (Serves 4) 16-20 oz turkey breast Olive oil ¾ c. […]
Nutrition Tips for Beating the Winter Blues
/in Nutrition /by adminBy Jennifer Keirstead, Holistic Nutritionist Do you get the winter blues, and eat more sugar and junk food than you care to admit? The weather and season affect our mood and health in profound ways. The lack of sunlight affects our serotonin and melatonin levels and disrupts our circadian rhythm – the body’s internal clock […]
Fresh Salad Rolls With Almond-Lime Dressing
/in Recipes /by adminA delicious, light and satisfying meal. Keep the sun shinning on your dinner plate with this refreshing and fulfilling salad roll.
Stress Less on Your Business Trip
/in Relaxation /by adminDoes your career require you to travel? Whether you love or hate it, it doesn’t have be a dreaded journey of indigestion, poor sleep, stress and anxiety.
Is it possible to adopt a “spa retreat” state of mind along the way, so your cortisol isn’t sky high? With a bit of planning and intention, there are things you can do to stay more relaxed and calm amidst the hectic pace.
Summer Lovin’ Health Spa Vacation All This Fall
/in Tips & Advice /by adminSummer is going on and on in the West Kootenays of British Columbia, and we’re still out exploring the beautiful mountains. Our fall program is well underway and each week, our guests are loving the golden light and balmy temperatures. October is a great month for spending days outside, especially as many people struggle with […]
Mother Nature is the Pill for Real Health
/in Tips & Advice /by adminGuests at Mountain Trek learn about the importance of time spent in nature for good health. Now there is a growing body of evidence showing exposure to nature is the root of good health and wellness. At Mountain Trek, we witness over and over the stress reduction and improved well-being of our guests each day, which contributes […]
Mulligatawny Curried Coconut Chicken Soup
/1 Comment/in Recipes /by adminMulligatawny Soup also known as Curried Coconut Chicken soup is a perfect lunch or dinner. Enjoy Mountain Trek Spa Cuisine at home with this recipe.
Are Protein Bars Really a Health Food?
/in Nutrition /by adminBy Jennifer Keirstead, Holistic Nutritionist Investigating “Healthy” Meal Replacements in a Wrapper It seems that in today’s fast-paced world, we’ve developed the need for quick snacks and meal replacements. Protein bars saturated the market in the 80’s and have since been widely accepted as a healthy snack, or a quick meal on-the-go. While these bars […]
Tabata Training: The 4 Minute Miracle
/in Fitness /by adminIf you’re thinking you’re legs are about to fall off, and sucking wind like crazy, signs are you’re doing a Tabata workout correctly. You may be wondering why anyone would intentionally do that to themselves, but there is a reason that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a go-to workout. This Japanese exercise import is super […]
Healthy Workday Lunch Ideas
/in Nutrition /by adminBy Jennifer Keirstead, Holistic Nutritionist Do you make your workday lunch, or buy one? That little thing called lunch can actually be holding you back from meeting your goals to eat better. We know, it’s not always easy to eat a healthy lunch. Sometimes, you might not have the energy in the morning to pack […]
Detox Your Mind
/in Detox /by adminFed up with the steady onslaught of bad news and anxiety in the world? With the depressing media stories and global strife which creates worry over things you have no control over, the daily news does not often support a peaceful and relaxed state of mind. Thanks to technology, bad news is everywhere now, and […]
You Are What You Absorb
/in Nutrition /by adminBy Jennifer Keirstead, Holistic Nutritionist Are you speed-eating, and getting a “food hangover”? Given that we rarely chew our food properly these days, you might say that chewing is somewhat of a lost art. In this fast-paced world of rushing here and there, we are literally shoving food down our throats, and inhaling our meals […]
Still Starving your Body with no Breakfast?
/in Weight Loss /by adminDo you get by on just coffee every morning and react to a grumbling stomach around 11:00 am? “Oh ya, I should eat something.” If your last meal was the night before at 6:00 pm, you’ve gone all night and then most of the morning without any nutrition. That means your body has spent approximately […]
Free (to) Range
/in Nutrition /by adminWe all love eggs but did you know that not all eggs are created equal? You’ve probably heard of “free-range” before. According to Wikipedia, “free-range is a method of farming where animals are permitted to freely roam about. This principle allows the animals as much freedom as possible to live in a reasonably natural way.” […]
Why Reducing Stress Helps Shed Stubborn Pounds
/in Relaxation /by adminUnless you’re a Zen Monk in a monastery, stress is in your life, like it or not. It’s said that a little stress is healthy, but chronic stress can sneak up on us in today’s hectic world. Besides other health hazards it creates, did you know that chronic stress can prevent you from losing […]