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28 Day Challenge – Day 13

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Asian Crunch Salad with Grilled Turkey Tenderloin

This salad is a delicious meal made with a number of superfoods. The almonds are high in protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E and other antioxidants and phytochemicals. They are also an excellent source of healthy fats. The turkey is an excellent source of lean protein and the cabbage is a great source of dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates. Cabbage also instructs our genes to increase production of the enzyme that detoxifies the body—this could help accelerate the removal of dietary AGEs.

Ingredients

For Turkey Salad:

4 oz. natural turkey tenderloin
2 tbsp. Wild Oats Organic Asian Sesame Marinade
1/2 tsp. Olive Oil

For Asian-style Ginger Dressing:

1-1/2 tbsp. Olive Oil
1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
1 tsp. low sodium soy sauce
1 tsp. fresh organic ginger, grated

For Salad:

2 Tbsp. organic green onions, diced
1/2 tsp. sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 cup organic napa cabbage, thinly sliced
1 small Organic Carrot, shredded
1 tbsp. organic slivered almonds, toasted

Preparation:

Marinate turkey in Asian marinade for 20 minutes. Heat grill pan over medium heat. Add 1/2 tsp. oil. Place turkey in pan. Sear each side for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let turkey rest 5 minutes before slicing. In a bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Toss salad vegetables in dressing and top with turkey.

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28-Day Challenge – Day 5

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Tip of the Day:

Banish wrinkles and fine lines with vitamin C.


Whenever you need a burst of energy, try our PEP pick me up smoothie.

Pick Me Up PEP Smoothie

Ingredients:

1 cup unsweetened yogurt or kefir
1 tbsp Perricone MD PEP
½ cup mixed fruit combo — melon, berries, peaches, nectarines, etc.
Water to thin if needed.

Preparation:

Put in blender and blend until smooth.

This recipe is only limited by your imagination and the fresh or frozen fruit choices you have on hand.

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28-Day Challenge – Day 3

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Tip of the Day:

Today, take the stairs!

Asparagus and Spring Pea Toss

Ingredients:

2 lbs. organic asparagus
1 tbsp. sea salt
1 cup fresh organic peas, shelled
4 tbsp. Organic Unsalted Butter
1/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, grated
2 tsp. lemon zest
2 tbsp. fresh mint, minced
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:

Fill a large saucepan half full of water. Add one-tablespoon salt and bring to a boil. Clean asparagus and break off woody ends. Cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces. Reduce heat to a simmer. Add asparagus and boil for 2 minutes. Add peas and cook 30 seconds longer. Drain and place in a bowl. Add butter, cheese, lemon and mint. Toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.

Serves 6

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The Power of Raw Foods

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A plate of raw vegetables lightly dressed with lemon juice, garlic and a bit of olive oil offers great antioxidant protection.

Try this delicious recipe as part of your commitment to Start Fresh!

Three-Bean Salad

Ingredients

15 ounce can chickpeas
15 ounce can kidney beans
15 ounce can black beans
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of one freshly squeezed lemon
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

1. Mix beans together in a salad bowl
2. In a cup combine garlic, lemon juice and olive oil
3. Toss beans with dressing and serve

For easy and delicious variations, add bell peppers, red onion, celery, parsley or other seasoning.

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An Exercise Program That Doesn’t Quit

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Even the best-designed exercise program will fail if it is too difficult and inconvenient to follow. The Wrinkle-Free Fitness Program is designed to fit real lifestyles. Most of my patients balance demands – work, family, school, community. All these commitments require time and energy.

My exercise program is created to be an automatic part of your day and a constant source of renewable energy. I am not training my patients to be professional athletes or even weekend warriors. Exercise is one aspect of the Wrinkle-Free Program. My goal is to provide an accessible, enjoyable program that does not have to overwhelm you. Work gradually to achieve your personal best. I want to increase your strength and improve your health by using exercise to reserve aging and inflammation.

The Wrinkle-Free Exercise Program

Monday, Wednesday, Friday:

Warm-up:  5 minutes

Aerobics or Yoga:  20 – 30 minutes

Cooldown:  5 minutes

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday:

Warm-up:  5 minutes

Weight Training:  20 – 30 minutes

Cooldown:  5 minutes

Sunday, relax!

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28-Day Start Fresh Challenge

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This revolutionary plan of action will empower you to firm your skin, tone your figure and improve your overall health! I have designed two weeks worth of daily plans, including menus, and suggested daily exercise. When you have finished the first fourteen days, repeat the daily plans from the beginning to complete the full, four-week program. Some of the menus indicate a range of protein serving sizes (for example 3 – 6 ounces). If you are larger, have more muscle mass and/or are physically active, you will use the higher amounts. For example, a lower amount of protein would be appropriate for a sedentary woman approximately 5’4’ tall and weighing 130 pounds.

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Warming Up and Cooling Down

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Warm-ups are necessary to send extra blood to the muscles and joints, so that they can be ready to take on the work of increased activity. Without warm-ups, the muscles are stiff. They can be easily strained and stretching will be uncomfortable – and that means pain. If you prepare your muscles for a workout, you will reduce the chance of injury and aches.

Cooling down is equally important, because you need to reduce your heart rate gradually, Abruptly dropping the heart from peak activity to inactivity may cause you to become light-headed, and can result in serious problems. Your muscles should be stretched again after working out so that they will relax.

Are you ready to move?