{Being healthy can be fun!}

Wow! It’s already mid-October and that means the holidays are just around the corner. Why not get inspired to be healthy now, before the festivities begin? Why wait until January? And... why not have fun doing it?

Eat healthy and hearty; try a new form of exercise; dive into a personal journey of discovery; and embrace your spirituality. Cover all the bases: body, mind and spirit! What a great way to start the holiday season.

The Mermaids wish you health and happiness!

Healthy and Delicious - Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

This fabulous, power-packed smoothie is as healthy as it is delicious. And… it tastes just like pumpkin pie!

1 15 ounce can pure pumpkin puree
1 12 ounce can evaporated milk (fat-free version is fine)
2 teaspoons cinnamon (or to taste)
1 teaspoon nutmeg (or to taste)
2 packages Stevia (natural sweetener)
1 Tablespoon honey
6 ice cubes
Whipped cream to garnish

In a blender, puree pumpkin, milk, spices, Stevia, and honey until smooth, Add ice cubes, one at a time. Pour into 4 large goblets and garnish each with a dollop of whipped cream.

For more fantastic fall recipes, visit our Recipe Collection

The Exercise Institute

It is Not How Much You do, But What You Do That Counts. 15 MINUTES IS ALL YOU NEED! We were intrigued. Really? Fifteen minutes is all we need? After meeting with Mike Teater, owner of the Exercise Institute, we were excited to put this claim to the test.

The Mermaids undertake a new adventure. See what eight weeks of slow-burn muscle technique exercise did for these gals in An Exercise Experience.

 Charity's Eat-Pray-Love Journey

Finding fulfillment through the healing powers of indulging the senses, the cleansing of soul searching and self-reflection, and of course, the discovery of love in unexpected places - Northwest Woman Magazine's Charity Doyl Bagatsing embarks on her own Eat, Pray, Love journey in search of truth and healing.

Enjoy her encounters with food, spirituality and self-love in A Journey to Wholeness.

Living Proof Live in Spokane, WA Oct. 29-30

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