Hip n Healthy with Catherine

Hello FB friends & welcome to my wellness page I'm so happy that you're here. Typically you'll find updates and product promotions here - but if you want to have some REAL FUN , then also head over to my private FB Group Hip n Healthy with Catherine for more education and tips on everything skincare, nutrition, beauty, wellness, low toxic cleaning - and everything in between. That's where I GET REAL and share my journey as a mom of 3, wife, and everything that life throws our way! See you there

Shrove Tuesday - Pancake Tuesday - Fat Tuesday ...whichever you're celebrating today, I'm sure pancakes are on the menu! Here are two of my favourite pancake recipes that utilize the delicious FeelFit Pea Protein shake - any flavour can be used! Keep in mind - these pancakes are much more dense and filling than a regular pancake, so make accordingly (unless you want a ton of leftovers).... I love to sautee berries in a skillet as a topping - the juices make a delicious sauce! #shrovetuesday #pancaketuesday #fattuesday #pancakeday #lent #countdowntoeaster #proteinpancakes #pancakes #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

Happy Family Day... for those in the areas that celebrate today And if you’re not, let it be a reminder: When we have each other, we have everything I am so blessed to have been brought up in a loving, caring home; and to have been given the opportunity to do the same as a parent. These humans are my whole world

#tbt to when Hudson’s JK work. So young, so wise, so simple. If they have a hurting brain, ask ‘Are You OK?’... Text, call, check-in on someone today. #bellletstalk #mentalhealth #endthestigma

Happy Anniversary @performancehockeyacademy As our first dance went, God blessed the broken road that led me straight to you. Marriage isn’t always sunshine and roses. It’s blood, sweat, and tears. It’s feeling irritated by every breath your partner takes, but melting into their arms at the end of a long, hard day. It’s sharing the most meaningful, miraculous moments one minute, and enduring the greatest hardships imaginable the next... Although our road gets bumpy every now & then, there’s no one else I’d want to navigate it with, than you.

Did you know the health of your gut affects ALL aspects of your life and body? That your microbiome - beneficial bacteria - supports health and longevity and when it is out of balance, it can result in symptoms that lead to chronic disease? Science has advanced so much in this area that the gut is now commonly referred to as the second brain by doctors and scientists.Clearly nothing has rocked the health world in the past decade quite like advances in gut health. The hum...an gut is more complex than previously thought and has a huge impact on whole-body health. A healthy gut contributes to: a strong immune system heart health brain health improved mood healthy sleep effective digestion, and it may help to prevent some cancers and autoimmune diseases. So, what can you do to positively impact your gut and microbiome? Here are a few suggestions: Lower your stress levels. Chronic high levels of stress are hard on your whole body, including yourgut. Get enough sleep. Eat slowly. Stay hydrated. Check for food intolerances. Focus on a healthy diet. Take a prebiotic & probiotic, preferably with digestive enzymes Why do I need a pre- & probiotic? And what are digestive enzymes? Prebiotics are specialized plant fibers. They act like fertilizers that stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut. Probiotics are different in that they contain live organisms, usually specific strains of bacteria that directly add to the population of healthy microbes in your gut. Digestive Enzymes, break down the food you eat into their smaller building blocks, in order to facilitate their absorption by the body. Have questions or want to learn more? Shoot me a message! You want to look & feel your best, and I want to help you get there! . . . . #wellnesswednesday #guthealth #microbiome #healthylifestyle #nutrition #vegan #glutenfree #mindbodyskin #flourish #behappy

Happy Wellness Wednesday!! What better topic than one that’s kickstarted the first two weeks of 2021 for us .the good ol’ protein shake! Did you know that aside from Vanilla & Chocolate, there are *SPECIAL* flavour releases throughout the year?! My current collection of protein includes: Strawberry Vanilla... Cinnamon Bun Chocolate Marble Cake Pumpkin Mint Chocolate (only a few scoops left ), and Coffee!! Do you have a favourite? As you probably guessed, mine is the Coffee flavour with Strawberry & Mint-Chocolate tying for second! Never had a protein shake? Shake things up! Designed to help build lean muscle mass when combined with regular training and a healthy balanced diet, Arbonne’s vegan protein shakes are a factor in the maintenance of good health, helps in energy metabolism and they’re delicious! Clinically tested and certified to have a low glycemic index, each tasty vegan protein shake is packed with: 20 grams of easy-to-digest protein derived from Peas, Cranberries and Rice a blend of 20 vitamins and minerals (including methylated forms of vitamin B12 and folate). And formulated without: artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners high-fructose corn syrup dairy, or soy. think of these great-tasting vegan protein shakes as an easy choice that’s beneficial for your body! Stay tuned for an upcoming giveaway and your chance to win a bag of protein! . . . . #wellnesswednesday protein #plantbased #plantbasedprotein #vegan #glutenfree #halal #kosher #shake #smoothie #hipnhealthy #chocolate #strawberry #mintchocolate #cinnamon #cinnamonbun #vanilla #coffee #pumpkin #peaprotein #cranberries #rice #vitamins #minerals #giveaway #freestuff

Remembering my grandfather (right in the first pic; second from the left in the second pic) and all those who fought - and continue to fight. Today, and always - lest we forget. #inflandersfields #remembranceday #lestweforget

Happy World Gratitude Day. What are you thankful for? Did you know that giving gratitude is actually good for your health? Being thankful results in a whole host of emotional and physical benefits:... -boost your immune system. -lower stress levels. -improve sleep. -improve self-esteem. -lower symptoms of depression. All by being thankful. . . #GratitudeDay

It’s safe to say she approves our new kitchen cloths. Now if only I could get her to stop stealing them out of the drawer! . . . .... Cutie Pie: @therealelianasofia Cloths: @norwex #justaddwater #safecleaning #microfiber #baclocktechnology #shenanigans #toddlerlife #chemicalfree #norwex See more

TODAY IS THE DAY!! New products! A new era in skincare! Big reveal begins at 5 PM EST. ... DM or Comment Below to be added to our BIG REVEAL PRIVATE FB GROUP: new product demos fall favs awesome deals WIN a generous product bundle! I CAN’T WAIT to share this with all of you!!

After a six month March Break they are back to school. What a whirlwind of emotion these last few weeks, leading up to today - but the excitement and joy in their eyes as we got ready and packed their bags seemed to melt most of it away. That walk to school will be a very memorable one. And the biggest smiles I have ever seen, are etched in my memory, as they started to see teachers and friends.... Let’s never forget how smart, strong, and resilient our kids are. Not to mention the amazing educators that will ensure they stay safe. They’ve got this.

And with a blink of an eye, it’s August! It still amazes me how quickly the days pass, and time flies by. Here’s to a new month, new goals, and trying new things!!