Hi Annie! I tried the mindbodygreen protein powder. I didn’t think I could do whey protein but I learned I can when it’s whey protein isolate thanks to you! This has given me a much needed protein addition to my daily diet. I also tried the magnesium L-threonate from momentous. I feel the positive effects and found it really complements the magnesium glycinate I already take. Thank you for the research and recs and codes!
I've just learned about this at-home sleep study device which sounds like a great idea since an in-clinic sleep study sounds terrible to me. Might be interesting to try or look further into. https://shop.sleepdoctor.com/products/home-sleep-apnea-test
A fab post, and I’ve just started wearing an Oura ring too and surprised like you to see moments I’m stressed that I hadn’t realised (cooking and working) I’ve been able to bring down them both by consciously breathing more throughout. Thanks to you I’m now also drinking and liking Matcha! Keep up the great work Annie. Oh, and have you done or planning anything on cholesterol?
I love Hop Water (many flavors) as a non alcoholic beverage - just tried it last week for the first time. Very refreshing !! Highly recommend.
I did purchase a tofu press and just love it!! Anyone who uses tofu often should invest in one.
I made the berry cornbread (which I have made so many times to everyone's delight!!) I made it again yesterday subsituting buckwheat flour for some of the oatmeal and almond flour then made up the rest with homemade granola made with ground nuts, cinnamon, vanilla, maple syrup and shredded coconut - it was delicious - very moist and tasty. Now I still have to try your olive bread with alternative flours - I will report back soon.
I would love more discussion / chat on protein and weight workouts for aging women - maybe next cooking class would be this subject.
Enjoy the new year and I look forward to your next post.
Hi Annie - and Happy New Year. It's so interesting to read your new year goals and realise that you are human, just like the rest of us!
I am also working hard on increasing protein, not delaying my breakfast so long (it's been really interesting listening to Dr Stacy Sims about not doing fasted workouts - a game-changer), and increasing the intensity of my strength training.
Everywhere I turn, I'm hearing more and more about creatine and have tried really hard to add this to my routine. However, I find it gives me a very rapid heartbeat. I've tried different brands, swapping creatine monohydrate for HCL, and starting with only a .5mg dose every second day (hoping I could gradually build my way up) - but even at this tiny dose, it was giving me a rapid heartbeat. I mentioned this to my GP and she said 'Just stop taking it', but I'd love to find a way to make it work for me given the very positive research supporting it. Any ideas on why it might have this effect on my and how to mitigate it? Google has been of little use to me on this one.
Happy New Year to you! Thanks to your informative newsletters, my husband and I have become much more aware and focused on our brain and general health this past year. We added creatine, magnesium L-threonate, and Relevate to our daily supplement list. We got more serious about exercise, joined a nearby athletic center, and are doing strength training 3x week, with a trainer's guidance once a week. I still struggle with my daily protein intake but am trying to improve with your suggestions.
Despite trying several different methods of preparation, we could not get enthused about tofu. But we are new fans of tempeh. I usually marinate crumbled tempeh overnight then bake it rather than frying. It hasn't received as much media attention but we find it to be an excellent substitute for tofu or meat in casseroles or curries. I would love to have more recipes specifically for it (in your spare time, ha!)
Neither of us are alcohol or coffee drinkers, and since we went caffeine-free years ago, we don't drink tea either. So I welcome any recommendations on healthy alternatives.
Enjoy your upcoming retreat in Costa Rica! It is a beautiful country. We served in the Peace Corps there 46-47 years ago ... many, many changes since then.
Hi Michele! I am so happy to hear of all the changes you've made. And for your husband too! Maybe I should put tempeh on my list to create a break-out recipe in 2025. I will think about it! xoxo
I found your observations re your personal goals for 2025 very interesting/informative. Thanks for the reminders re protein requirements, etc. Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, Annie! We have been enjoying many of your recipes this year! My sleep is better- I have been working on a regular bedtime. I also take the Momentous Sleep Pack which seems to help better sleep. I still struggle with getting enough protein. You gave some good ideas for this. I lift weights 4-5 days a week. I am working on cutting way down on alcohol specifically wine to foster better sleep. Thanks for all you do!
Happy new year Suzanne! These are all spot-on habit upgrades. Way to go. It is really gratifying to hear how many of you are doing things to improve sleep.
Hi KC! Happy New Year. Yes, my kids got me the AlfaBot nut milk maker which you can find on Amazon. I wanted to add that as #4 but the post was getting too long:) Highly recommend!
Hi Annie, regarding mushrooms & their supplements, how do you feel about Shiitake Mushroom Crisps (brand DJ&A) a friend recently recommended? Happy New Year, and bravo on this article that talks about new habits and how to make them stick!
Happy New Year!! I am welcoming 2025 with a much healthier lifestyle and a very positive outlook on life after some scary and eye-opening health issues in 2024. I have been 100% alcohol-free since mid-June, ~90% vegetarian since -mid November, and striving to lift heavier weights 3x weekly as part of my long-time fitness routine. Yoga and meditation have also become a huge part of my life. Since quitting alcohol my sleep is amazing (7-9 hours most nights! Was horrible before!) I have also incorporated a few key supplements and working to increase complete proteins. D3, B12, and magnesium have been routine whereas I struggle with creatine. I’ll be trying a few others per your suggestions, which are very much appreciated!! Thanks again for all you do! 🎉
Happy New Year, Annie! Thanks for this great post. I’ve been mostly drinking green tea but will be eager to hear your coffee recommendations since I do miss it. I’m a latte lover (almond or soy) and we have a Nespresso machine but I’ve been hesitant to use it since I don’t think the Nespresso coffee is very high quality. I’d love to hear your thoughts! I also wonder if there’s an issue with using a machine that heats up with some plastic parts…maybe I need to chill about this? :-)
Hi Deb. Hope you had a great holiday and new year. I am also getting very curious about what's in my coffee, and which methods may increase things I don't want to consume every day like microplastics. I will be curious to hear your thoughts on our coffee mini-series.
Great round up to start the year! Thanks for all the discount codes. I wish I liked matcha tea….but alas I dont…so I am focusing on green tea. 2024 I added creatine in to the routine and have benefitted from that supplement. Also added Relevate. I have enjoyed your newsletter and continue to learn from you and share with friends who are interested. Thanks for all you do and wishing you a happy, healthy 2025.
Hi Patty! Happy new year. It's good to hear you have benefitted from the creatine and the Relevate. Thanks, as always, for sharing the newsletter. xoxo
Hi Annie! I tried the mindbodygreen protein powder. I didn’t think I could do whey protein but I learned I can when it’s whey protein isolate thanks to you! This has given me a much needed protein addition to my daily diet. I also tried the magnesium L-threonate from momentous. I feel the positive effects and found it really complements the magnesium glycinate I already take. Thank you for the research and recs and codes!
I've just learned about this at-home sleep study device which sounds like a great idea since an in-clinic sleep study sounds terrible to me. Might be interesting to try or look further into. https://shop.sleepdoctor.com/products/home-sleep-apnea-test
A fab post, and I’ve just started wearing an Oura ring too and surprised like you to see moments I’m stressed that I hadn’t realised (cooking and working) I’ve been able to bring down them both by consciously breathing more throughout. Thanks to you I’m now also drinking and liking Matcha! Keep up the great work Annie. Oh, and have you done or planning anything on cholesterol?
Happy New Year! These are wonderful tips to pursue for 2025.
I take Magnesium Citrate at night. Can I add Magnesium L threonate to it?
Thanks for the discount codes. Have been hearing a lot about corpse reviver.
happy new Year Annie,
I love Hop Water (many flavors) as a non alcoholic beverage - just tried it last week for the first time. Very refreshing !! Highly recommend.
I did purchase a tofu press and just love it!! Anyone who uses tofu often should invest in one.
I made the berry cornbread (which I have made so many times to everyone's delight!!) I made it again yesterday subsituting buckwheat flour for some of the oatmeal and almond flour then made up the rest with homemade granola made with ground nuts, cinnamon, vanilla, maple syrup and shredded coconut - it was delicious - very moist and tasty. Now I still have to try your olive bread with alternative flours - I will report back soon.
I would love more discussion / chat on protein and weight workouts for aging women - maybe next cooking class would be this subject.
Enjoy the new year and I look forward to your next post.
xo karen
Hi Annie - and Happy New Year. It's so interesting to read your new year goals and realise that you are human, just like the rest of us!
I am also working hard on increasing protein, not delaying my breakfast so long (it's been really interesting listening to Dr Stacy Sims about not doing fasted workouts - a game-changer), and increasing the intensity of my strength training.
Everywhere I turn, I'm hearing more and more about creatine and have tried really hard to add this to my routine. However, I find it gives me a very rapid heartbeat. I've tried different brands, swapping creatine monohydrate for HCL, and starting with only a .5mg dose every second day (hoping I could gradually build my way up) - but even at this tiny dose, it was giving me a rapid heartbeat. I mentioned this to my GP and she said 'Just stop taking it', but I'd love to find a way to make it work for me given the very positive research supporting it. Any ideas on why it might have this effect on my and how to mitigate it? Google has been of little use to me on this one.
Thank you in advance for any suggestions.
🌿Andrea
Happy New Year to you! Thanks to your informative newsletters, my husband and I have become much more aware and focused on our brain and general health this past year. We added creatine, magnesium L-threonate, and Relevate to our daily supplement list. We got more serious about exercise, joined a nearby athletic center, and are doing strength training 3x week, with a trainer's guidance once a week. I still struggle with my daily protein intake but am trying to improve with your suggestions.
Despite trying several different methods of preparation, we could not get enthused about tofu. But we are new fans of tempeh. I usually marinate crumbled tempeh overnight then bake it rather than frying. It hasn't received as much media attention but we find it to be an excellent substitute for tofu or meat in casseroles or curries. I would love to have more recipes specifically for it (in your spare time, ha!)
Neither of us are alcohol or coffee drinkers, and since we went caffeine-free years ago, we don't drink tea either. So I welcome any recommendations on healthy alternatives.
Enjoy your upcoming retreat in Costa Rica! It is a beautiful country. We served in the Peace Corps there 46-47 years ago ... many, many changes since then.
Hi Michele! I am so happy to hear of all the changes you've made. And for your husband too! Maybe I should put tempeh on my list to create a break-out recipe in 2025. I will think about it! xoxo
Here's another vote for tempeh recipes!
I found your observations re your personal goals for 2025 very interesting/informative. Thanks for the reminders re protein requirements, etc. Happy New Year!
Happy new year Jean! Each year it is comforting to see we all get a little wiser and with some luck and effort, a little healthier. xoxo
Happy New Year, Annie! We have been enjoying many of your recipes this year! My sleep is better- I have been working on a regular bedtime. I also take the Momentous Sleep Pack which seems to help better sleep. I still struggle with getting enough protein. You gave some good ideas for this. I lift weights 4-5 days a week. I am working on cutting way down on alcohol specifically wine to foster better sleep. Thanks for all you do!
Happy new year Suzanne! These are all spot-on habit upgrades. Way to go. It is really gratifying to hear how many of you are doing things to improve sleep.
Happy New Year & thank you for all the discount codes! I remember awhile back you received a nut milk maker…would you be able share which one? 🙏
Hi KC! Happy New Year. Yes, my kids got me the AlfaBot nut milk maker which you can find on Amazon. I wanted to add that as #4 but the post was getting too long:) Highly recommend!
Hi Annie, regarding mushrooms & their supplements, how do you feel about Shiitake Mushroom Crisps (brand DJ&A) a friend recently recommended? Happy New Year, and bravo on this article that talks about new habits and how to make them stick!
Hi Annie. Happy New Year! I haven't tried them. I will have to check them out.
Happy New Year!! I am welcoming 2025 with a much healthier lifestyle and a very positive outlook on life after some scary and eye-opening health issues in 2024. I have been 100% alcohol-free since mid-June, ~90% vegetarian since -mid November, and striving to lift heavier weights 3x weekly as part of my long-time fitness routine. Yoga and meditation have also become a huge part of my life. Since quitting alcohol my sleep is amazing (7-9 hours most nights! Was horrible before!) I have also incorporated a few key supplements and working to increase complete proteins. D3, B12, and magnesium have been routine whereas I struggle with creatine. I’ll be trying a few others per your suggestions, which are very much appreciated!! Thanks again for all you do! 🎉
This is amazing Marcia. You have done so much in a short period of time. Bravo! I have never heard anyone say that they regret giving up alcohol:)
Happy New Year, Annie! Thanks for this great post. I’ve been mostly drinking green tea but will be eager to hear your coffee recommendations since I do miss it. I’m a latte lover (almond or soy) and we have a Nespresso machine but I’ve been hesitant to use it since I don’t think the Nespresso coffee is very high quality. I’d love to hear your thoughts! I also wonder if there’s an issue with using a machine that heats up with some plastic parts…maybe I need to chill about this? :-)
Hi Deb. Hope you had a great holiday and new year. I am also getting very curious about what's in my coffee, and which methods may increase things I don't want to consume every day like microplastics. I will be curious to hear your thoughts on our coffee mini-series.
Thanks, Annie. I’ll be very eager to read the mini-series and hope it’ll answer my questions. Thank you!!
Great round up to start the year! Thanks for all the discount codes. I wish I liked matcha tea….but alas I dont…so I am focusing on green tea. 2024 I added creatine in to the routine and have benefitted from that supplement. Also added Relevate. I have enjoyed your newsletter and continue to learn from you and share with friends who are interested. Thanks for all you do and wishing you a happy, healthy 2025.
Hi Patty! Happy new year. It's good to hear you have benefitted from the creatine and the Relevate. Thanks, as always, for sharing the newsletter. xoxo