EASY, CREAMY GRAVY

Yields about 2 cups of gravy

• ¼ C tallow, ghee or butter (your fat of choice)
• 1 t onion powder
• 1 t garlic salt
• 1 T fresh rosemary (chopped)
• 1 t fresh cracked black pepper
• 3 C water
• 6 scoops Shaklee Collagen 9 
• Directions:

1. Heat a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the fat, onion powder, garlic salt, rosemary and cracked pepper.
2. Cook until the fat has melted and the herbs are fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the water and Shaklee Collagen 9 and whisk well. Bring the mixture to a simmer, whisking occasionally and cook for 10-15 minutes to reduce and thicken the gravy.
4. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes before adding to a blender.
5. Blend with caution (hot liquids can cause the blender lid to pop off) on high speed until creamy in appearance. Keep warmed until serving.

SWEET POTATO CREME BRULEE

Yields 2 servings of Sweet Potato Creme Brulee

Ingredients:

• 2 T Shaklee Collagen 9
• ¼ C maple syrup
• 2 T molasses
• 1 C cooked and pureed sweet potato
• 1 T vanilla extract
• 2 t pumpkin pie spice
• ¼ t sea salt
• 14 oz. canned coconut milk, heated to simmering
• 2 T turbinado sugar

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the Shaklee Collagen 9 with the maple syrup and molasses. Stir well and set aside for 2-3 minutes to “bloom.”
2. Add the puréed sweet potato, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and sea salt to the bowl.
3. Whisk briskly until the mix is smooth.
4. Pour in the hot coconut milk and blend with an immersion blender until the gelatin is melted and the mixture has become very smooth.*
5. Portion the creme brûlée mix into two large ramekins.
6. Chill for a minimum 1 hour, or until the pudding has set.
7. Keep refrigerated until serving.

To serve:

1. Place the ramekins in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before brulée-ing.  Pour approximately 1 tablespoon of turbinado sugar on the top of each pudding.
2. Turn the ramekin to spread the sugar and ensure there is an even coating across the top.
3. *Using a hand-held kitchen torch, evenly brown the sugar to caramelize it and create a crispy layer. Move quickly, as the heat from the flame can melt the pudding. Serve immediately.

*Notes:  if your coconut milk is not hot enough to melt the gelatin, you can transfer the whole mix to a saucepan and gently heat it until the mix is smooth.  Use caution not to boil, as gelatin is sensitive to heat.

*If you don’t have a hand-held torch, the broiler in your oven can work to caramelize the sugar. You may not get as even of a browning and more of the pudding may melt due to the intense heat of the oven. Keep a close eye and remove it promptly. If it becomes overly melted, throw it into the freezer for 15 minutes and it should set up quickly with the sugar still caramelized.

NO-BAKE GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE

Yields 4 servings (as a side dish)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. green beans, ends trimmed
• 2 slices bacon, chopped small
• ½ lb. cremini mushrooms, sliced thick
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed
• ¼ C white wine (or sub lemon juice)
• ½ C coconut cream* (can sub heavy cream)
• 2 scoops Shaklee Collagen 9
• 2 t arrowroot starch
• ½ t sea salt
• ¼ t ground pepper

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of sea salt and the green beans to the pot. Cook 3-4 minutes and remove them into a large bowl of ice water (this will quickly stop the cooking). Set aside for later.
2. Add the chopped bacon to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until the bacon is crisp, then remove it from the pan with a slotted spoon. Set it aside in a bowl for later.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the bacon grease and spread in an even layer. Cook over medium heat until browned on both sides.
4. Add the minced garlic, thyme leaves, and white wine and stir for 1 minute to cook off the alcohol, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pan.
5. Add the coconut cream, Shaklee Collagen 9 arrowroot starch, sea salt, pepper and cooked bacon.
6. Stir well to dissolve. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to the consistency of thick gravy.
7. Drain the green beans and shake most of the water off. Add them to the pan of sauce, cover with a lid and turn the heat to low to warm the beans through.
8. Prepare the Crispy Onions (recipe below) while the beans are warming.
9. Pour the beans and sauce out into a serving dish and top with the crispy onions. Serve immediately.

CRISPY ONIONS

Ingredients:

• 2 large shallots
• 3 T arrowroot starch
• avocado oil, for pan frying

Directions:

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add enough avocado oil to cover the bottom with about 1″ of oil.
2. Peel the shallots and slice them thinly into rings (a mandolin works really well here). Add the shallot slices to a large bowl and separate the inner rings of each slice. Add the arrowroot and toss well until each ring is coated evenly.
3. Once the avocado oil is hot, pan fry the onion rings in batches. Watch for them to turn golden brown and remove them from the pan onto a cooling rack over some paper towels to catch the grease.

MAPLE GLAZED CARROTS

Yields 4 Servings

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. carrots
• 2 T avocado oil
• 2 T maple syrup
• 2 scoops Shaklee Collagen 9
• 1 T rosemary
• 1 T parsley (chopped)
• ¼ C pomegranate
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Line a baking dish with parchment paper. Add carrots and drizzle oil and maple syrup. Mix together with the Shaklee Collagen 9 and add rosemary, salt and pepper.
3. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until soft.
4. Remove from oven, top with fresh parsley and pomegranate and enjoy!

MASHED POTATOES RECIPE

Yields around 5-6 servings 

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. russet potatoes (skin left on, cubed)
• 3 bacon strips (cooked and chopped)
• 1 T minced garlic
• ¼  C avocado oil
• ½ C almond milk
• 2 scoops Shaklee Collagen 9
• ¼ C green onion
• 1 T fresh parsley (chopped)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a large pot, add water and bring to a boil.
2. While the water is being boiled, chop the potatoes and add to the boiling water. Boil the potatoes for about 10-12 minutes or until soft.
3. As the potatoes are being boiled, add the bacon strips to a pan and cook until done.
4. Once the potatoes are soft, strain the water and add the potatoes back into the pot.
5. Add in the oil, milk and Shaklee Collagen 9 and mix together with a potato masher. Then add in the green onion, salt and pepper and mix until combined.
6. Lastly, add the mashed potatoes to a dish and garnish with bacon bits and parsley.

ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON

Yields 4-5 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. brussels sprouts (halved)
• 4 slices bacon (sliced)
• 1 garlic clove (minced)
• 2 T avocado oil
• 1/3 C pecans (chopped)
• 1 T fresh parsley
• 2 scoops Shaklee Collagen 9
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Add brussels sprouts into a bowl and toss with the oil, Shaklee Collagen 9 , chopped pecans, garlic, and salt and pepper.
3. Add the brussels sprouts and pecans onto the lined baking sheet and add the bacon.
4. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes and flip halfway.
5. Remove from the oven, add fresh parsley and enjoy!

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What makes vitamin C an essential nutrient?

First, as with many vitamins, the body can’t produce its own vitamin C. Secondly, the body can’t store a significant amount of vitamin C. Though very little is stored, the highest concentrations are in the white blood cells, eyes, adrenal glands, pituitary gland, and brain. Any vitamin C that isn’t quickly used by our body gets excreted in our urine since it is a water-soluble vitamin. Remember these two factors for later.

How does vitamin C benefit you?

1. It is a powerful antioxidant that can help neutralize harmful free radicals. Some of vitamin C’s antioxidant properties have been linked to reduced cancer risk. For example, vitamin C has been linked to limiting the formation of carcinogens in the body. Also, studies have found an inverse association between dietary vitamin C intake and cancers of the lung, breast, colon or rectum, stomach, oral cavity, larynx or pharynx, and esophagus. (1)
2. Vitamin C is needed to make the powerful fiber collagen. Collagen is a fibrous protein in connective tissue that is used throughout various systems in the body: skin, nervous, immune, bone, cartilage, blood, and others. Without enough vitamin C, your body will struggle to make and regenerate these critical cells and tissues. (1)
3. As we learned earlier, vitamin C is found at higher concentrations in white blood cells, which play a critical role in our immune system. Additionally, vitamin C may help reduce the severity of allergic reactions. (3)
4. Vitamin C improves the absorption of non-heme iron, the type of iron found in plant foods such as leafy greens. (4) Having vitamin C at the same time as non-heme iron can help boost your body’s iron absorption.
5. Finally, vitamin C helps make several hormones and chemical messengers used in the brain and nerves (5) and plays an important role in a number of metabolic functions, including activation of the B vitamin folic acid. (3)

How much vitamin C do you need?

The key is consistent daily intake. We learned earlier that our bodies can’t make or store vitamin C very well, which means we need to get this nutrient daily. And how much vitamin C is enough?

Meeting the RDA does not require supplements, study results indicate that supplementation with 1,250 mg/day ascorbic acid produces about two times higher vitamin C concentrations than those seen with consumption of 200–300 mg/day ascorbic acid from vitamin C-rich foods. (1) This means that our bodies can absorb and use a lot more of this health-protecting nutrient than the RDA amount lists.    Check out more on Shaklee’s sustained Vita C & Shaklee’s Chewable Vita C

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Did you know that Panax ginseng (found in our Triple Defense Boost) is considered a natural adaptogen for immune health?* We love learning about the natural ingredients that power our products. Raise your if you do too! ​​​​​​​​
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Happy first day of Fall ! Celebrate by filling your grocery bag with some fresh, seasonal fruits and veggies like apples, beets, artichokes, brussel sprouts, carrots, and figs.​​​​​​​​
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What is your favorite Fall produce? Did you know that eating in-season produce provides more nutrition and more flavor. Produce that’s not in season undergoes early picking, cooling, and heating that reduces the flavor. Fruits and vegetables in season spend less time from farm to table, so they maintain much of their nutrition and flavor.

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The journey to wellness starts with small changes. The Ready Set Wellness bundle is designed to help you do to just that by creating a foundation for a longer, healthier life.  Check out the Science behind it here!

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1 serving 

Ingredients:  

• ½ avocado 
• ½ banana, frozen 
• 1 handful spinach 
• 2 scoops Shaklee Collagen-9 
• 1.5 cups coconut water 

Directions: 

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth and serve.  

Beauty-Boosting Toast 

1 serving 

Ingredients: 

• One slice of preferred bread (Shaklee pick: Ezekial or sourdough) 
• 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese 
• Optional: one scoop Shaklee Life Shake 
• 1 tsp Vivix Liquid Dietary Supplement 
• Toppings: berries, honey drizzle, cacao nibs 

Directions:  

1. Toast your bread. 
2. If using Life Shake, whip with ricotta cheese until blended well. 
3. Once the toast is toasted to your liking, spread ricotta cheese and protein mixture. 
4. Drizzle with one teaspoon of Vivix, honey, berries, and cacao nibs. 

Berry Beauty Collagen Popsicles 

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup nut milk of choice 
• 2 cups mixed berries 
• 4 scoops Shaklee Collagen-9  

Directions: 

1. Blend nut milk, berries, and collagen until smooth. 
2. Pour into popsicle molds and let set for at least 3 hours until completely frozen. Enjoy! 

Glowing Skin Chocolate drink

2 servings 

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup of milk of choice 
• ¼ cup boiling water 
• 2 scoops Shaklee Collagen-9 
• 2 tablespoons cacao powder 
• 1 tablespoon honey 

Directions: 

1. Boil water  
2. Combine collagen, cacao powder, then honey. Whisk until blended. 
3. Add milk, then water and stir or froth, then serve.  

Vacay Beauty Smoothie 

1 serving 

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup water 
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt 
• ½ cup frozen pineapple 
• ½ cup frozen mango 
• 2 scoops Shaklee Collagen-9 
• 1 tablespoon nut butter of choice 

Directions: 

1. Put all ingredients in a blender. 
2. Blend until smooth. Serve and enjoy. 

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A few reasons to use SPF daily

Skin protection. UVB rays from the sun are the main cause of those nasty sunburns, and prolonged exposure can severely damage your skin. Dermatologists recommend using a product with an SPF of at least 30, which blocks 97 percent of the sun’s UVB rays. Higher-number SPFs block slightly more UVB rays, but there is no sunscreen that can offer complete protection.

Anti-aging benefits. Many of the visible signs of aging, like wrinkles and fine lines, are caused by the sun. The sun’s UVA rays can penetrate to the deeper layers of your skin and may affect how the skin rebuilds itself over time. So choose a broad spectrum SPF product to protect yourself from both UVA and UVB rays.

Healthy-looking skin! Proper skin care and protection with SPF can help your skin maintain its smooth, youthful appearance. Shaklee’s  moisturizer with broad spectrum SPF daily,   It can protect your skin while nourishing it. Who doesn’t want skin that’s healthy and glowing?

Other tips to keep you sun safe

• Wear light-colored, natural fiber clothing that allows your skin to breathe. Protect your hair from the sun by wearing a hat—a wide-brimmed hat will provide extra protection for your face as well. And look for sunglasses that block UV rays to safeguard the health of your eyes.
• Limit direct exposure to the sun as much as possible, especially between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. when UV light is strongest.
• To make sure that your skin stays protected all day long, reapply your sunscreen or moisturizer with SPF every two hours during exposure to sun. Apply more often when active or if you’ve been swimming—even if the sunscreen you’re using is waterproof.
• Ensure that you apply an SPF product to all exposed parts of the body, including easy-to-forget spots like your ears, the sides of your neck, and the top of your feet.
• Stay hydrated. It’s important to replace water lost to perspiration in the heat of the sun. Carry a water bottle with you and drink at least 8–10 glasses of water every day.

Now go out there and have a sun-safe summer!

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How much water do I need? You probably know by now you need to drink water every day. The most common recommendation is 6 to 8 glasses of water a day, 8 ounces each. This is a good goal to maintain, but keep in mind that everyone has different hydration needs depending on various factors like age, weight, amount of physical activity, and climate. You may need more than 8 glasses of water a day, especially if your lifestyle is very active. The best thing you can do to know how much water you need is to listen to your body’s signals like thirst, dry mouth, fatigue, darker-colored (more concentrated) urine, headache, dry skin, dizziness, and mental fogginess.

What can I eat or drink to stay hydrated? Drinking water is the best way to stay hydrated, but there are other foods and drinks that help as well. Water can be found in fruits, vegetables, and foods like soup, sauces, and gravies. Juices, milk, tea, and even coffee contain water that helps with hydration. However, food and drinks other than water can contain things that  can counteract hydration.

That’s why I depend on Hydration drinks from Shaklee as I find them to be even better than water!

Hydration drinks from Shaklee are be helpful because they have carbohydrates and electrolytes to increase your energy and help your body absorb water.  My long time favorite is the Performance Endurance Electrolyte Drink. Powered by Shaklee’s  proprietary Opti-Lyte® blend of six electrolytes plus our unique mix of carbohydrates, it also keeps you fully hydrated.*  And for those times I want a low cal version I choose Performance Low Calorie Electrolyte Drink  which does the same job without any calories.

What are some strategies to help stay hydrated? If you have a hard time staying hydrated and/or keeping track of how much water you’re drinking, here are some tips that can help:

• Carry a reusable water bottle with you during the day.
• Hydrate on a schedule. For example, drink water when you wake up, at every meal, and before you go to bed. Another easy routine is to drink some water at the beginning of every hour.
• When you are exercising, remember to drink water before, during, and after your workout.
• You can make water more appealing by infusing it with lemon, lime, strawberry slices, or other fruits.
• When you feel hungry, drink water first! Hunger can be confused with thirst.
• When you go out to eat, drink water at the restaurant. It keeps you hydrated, and you don’t have to spend extra for a drink.

Keeping yourself hydrated is one of the best things you can do for your health.  Especially in the hot summer months! Remember that your body only functions well when it’s hydrated Now grab your water bottle, fill it up, and hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!

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