Summer Squash, Yogurt & Tahini Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 Cup chopped summer squash
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 Teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
• 1 Tablespoon tahini, well-blended
• 1 Clove garlic
• 2 Teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 Cup Greek yogurt
• Ground cumin for garnish

Instructions:

5 Ways to Keep Your Body Young

Keep Your Cells Healthy

Every day in your body 432 billion cells die and are replaced with new cells. This is the key to regenerating your body and staying young. Because of this you could have a better functioning body next year if you want, skinnier, with less pains and more energy…if you take the right steps.

That 432 billion number is a just a scientific estimate. Cells are so small and there are so many in your body (somewhere between 60 -100 trillion) that no one could ever count them individually. This is also why you don’t notice your body renewing itself all the time, but it is!

3 Easy Full-Body Exercises, 1 Piece of Equipment

If you are looking for one very efficient piece of exercise, look no further than the kettlebell. Kettlebell workouts are famous for burning fat by increasing lean muscle while building balance and grace. Plus it is an amazing stress-reliever that relieves tension in both the muscles and the mind. The exercises are simple, yet effective.

When used correctly, kettleballs are wonderful conditioning tools. They can be used for various purposes such as:

• Cardiovascular conditioning
• Fat loss
• Strength and stamina
• Muscular endurance, especially the legs, buttocks and lower back

Choosing the Correctly Sized Kettlebell

The Ultimate Muscle-Building Vegetarian Menu!

When you hear the words "buff vegetarian," does anyone come to mind? How about former Mr. Universe Bill Pearl and six-time Ms. Olympia Cory Everson? These eye-popping physiques were both supported by a vegetarian diet.

It's more than possible to build lean muscle without eating meat. If it sounds crazy, keep reading.

Do you want to expand your grocery-shopping horizons, pack in new sources of high-quality nutrients, and still consume 150-plus grams of protein in one day? Well, you'll get all that and more from the meatless meal plan below.

So if your tastebuds and food sensibilities are begging for a change—Ah! Not another chicken breast!—why not try vegetarian for a day?

You don't have to eat like a rabbit, and you don't have to commit to lifelong veggie-worship to take vegetarianism for a test drive.

It's all about complementary proteins and taking in all of your amino acids, minus the meat. But let's skip the science and get to the mouthwatering recipes, shall we?

Breakfast

Tofu and Spinach Scramble ///

What You Need

• 8 ounces firm Tofu (chopped or crumbled)
• 2 Egg Whites
• 2 cups Spinach
• 1/2 cup sliced Mushrooms
• 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• Olive Oil, fresh Garlic, Soy Sauce, Lemon Juice and Salt and Pepper to taste
• A sprinkle of Red Chili Flakes if you like it hot!

How To Improve Your Gut Health And Speed Fat Loss

You've got quite the gut.

Whoa, slow down, I'm not saying you're fat.

In fact, I've got a gut myself.

Actually, we've all got guts!

If you're familiar with functional medicine or have watched any popular health TV like Oprah, The Doctors, or Doctor Oz, then you already know that the "gut" is no longer that nasty thing hanging over our waistlines.

Your gut, otherwise known as your digestive tract, is now termed your 'second brain.' Before we get into why and how gut health is important to fat loss, let's get some background. Or should I say, gut-ground? (No, I probably shouldn't.)

She's ... too sexy for the ground, too sexy for the ground ...

The Great Gutsby

Take 5 Exercise Plan

Three exercise plans designed to suit three starting point fitness levels. Each plan has six exercises and should be done five times a week for maximum benefit. All the exercises can be done at home with minimal equipment.

Once you have completed 4 weeks of one exercise plan, progress to the plan for the next fitness level. Aim to do all 3 plans in a 12 week period.

Exercise Plan for Fitness Level 1