A Balanced Perspective Weekly 
on Health and Wellness
September 28, 2006

1. Would You Like Support, Motivation, Coaching?
2. Eat Your Colors!

3. Cooking Classes
4. Website Highlight Of The Week - Need a Great Dentist?
5. Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop - Oct. 11 - Last one of the year!

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1. Would You Like Support, Motivation, Coaching?

Not Doing What You Came Here To Do?

Do you feel like you came to NYC to do something
specific, something creative, but somehow you've
gotten off the path?  You're not doing what you
set out to do, but you would like to be?

Don't Know What You Want To Do?

Are you a little confused about what you want?

Just Need Some Guidance?

Are you new to the city, pusuing a dream, but
could use some guidance, and direction to navigate
the ins and outs of making the dream work?

Want Your Health Goals To Work?

What about health?  Do you feel like if you just
had support, the right kind of motivation, and
guidance, you could achieve your goals?

These are all important concerns.  I have helped
a lot of people with all or even just one of the
issues above.  I would love to work with you if
this is what's on your mind.

Give me a call to see if coaching will help you
take the guided, proactive steps you need to get
on track!

melissa@myheartdances.com  917-689-6530

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2. Eat Your Colors!


I know it can be so overwhelming to get in all the
recommended servings of fruits and vegetables. 
But it is in fact possible.  It can even be fun!

How Many Servings?

You should be shooting for at least 2 cups of fruit
and 2 1/2 cups of vegetables a day.

Not only is it important to eat 9 servings of fruit
and vegetables a day but it's also important to be
eating a variety of colors as well.

Why Different Colors?

The different colors represent different compounds
that we need to nourish our body.  For instance,
betacarotene is associated with the orange color
in plant-based foods such as carrots and oranges.

So I have a challenge for you this week.  For the
next 7 days, try to get a serving from each color
group.  You can even go on an adventure and try
a new fruit or veggie you haven't tried before.

Get Started!!

Are you up for it?  Below is a list to get started.
If you want to find more, or even print out a
chart to help you along, check out www.5aday.org

For the chart:
http://www.5aday.org/html/kids/track.php

Let me know if you're taking on the challenge.

Blue or Purple
Blueberries, Dried Plums, Blackberries, Purple Cabbage,
Eggplane, Raisins, Purple Figs, Grapes, Elderberries

Yellow/Green
Avocado, Grapes, Limes, Celery, Green Pears, Kiwi, Broccoli,
Mesclun Greens, Artichoke, Peas, Brussels Sprouts,
Green Beans, Cucumber, Honeydew Melon, Collard
Greens, Asparagus, Leafy Greens, Green Peppers

White/Brown
Banana, Brown Pears, Dates, Shallots, Parsnips, Potatoes, Onions
White Peaches, White Nectarines, Garlic, Ginger, Turnips, Cauliflower, 
Mushrooms

Yellow/Orange
Yellow Apples, Apricots, Grapefruit, Lemon, Mangoes, Oranges,
Butternut Squash, Carrots, Yellow Beets, Yellow Peppers,
Pumpkin, Sweet Corn, Yellow Winter Squash

Red
Red Apples, Blood Oranges, Cherries, Pomegranates,
Watermelon, Strawberries, Red Onions, Beets, Red
Peppers, Rhubarb, Tomatoes

Good luck!

Melissa

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"I am constantly finding myself being amazed with
Melissa.  She is non-judgmental, supportive, caring,
encouraging, compassionate, open minded, and full of
knowledge.  So many times she has been my support
rock.  I have had the most pleasurable experience of
working with her as both her client, and as her web
designer.  She has supported me in some emotionally
difficult times such as stress when I was in school,
relationships, diet, finances, and business.  She has
always listened intently and has provided me with
sound advice.  I am unable to think of suitable words
to express the thanks and deep appreciation I have for
her and how she impacted my life."

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3. Website Highlight Of The Week - Dentist

Need a great dentist?  I have a dentist who I have
been seeing for several years.  She is holistic - don't
worry...that means nothing scary! - and she is the
best dentist I've ever had!  I feel like a partner in my
own health when I'm working with her.  She explains
everything to me!

I also happen to have a few gift certificates for $50
off any regular service with her.  If you are interested
just drop me an e-mail.  I would be happy to send you
one.

Check out her info here:  Dara Kessler, DMD
http://www.myheartdances.com/resources/pract_srvc.htm
http://www.myheartdances.com/aboutus/faq.htm

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4. Cooking Classes 
(located on the Upper West Side)

Organic Food, Organic FUN, and Good Company

"I truly enjoyed the cooking class. It was more than I expected.
I met some really interesting people, and Melissa was a great
instructor, patient and very informative. Not to mention the dish
we made (salmon burgers, quinoa,and our very own salad dressing)
were all so easy to make and very tasty and satisfying. I look
forward to taking another class soon" - Valerie-Saun Alerte 

Thurs. October 12
Veggie Burgers
Hummus w/ Tortilla Chips
Mesclun Green Salad
w/ Carrot Ginger Dressing
Frozen Fruit Smoothies

Wed. October 18
Veggie Quiche (contains egg)
Rosemary Sweet Potato with Caraway Seeds
Sautéed spinach with garlic
Blueberry Crème (no dairy)

Wed. November 8
Sweet Potato Miso Soup
Buckwheat w/
Tahini Sauce
Sauteed Kale and Broccoli

Tues., November 14
Garlic Braised Tempeh 
Hummus w/Tortilla Chips
Mesclun Green Salad
Carrot-Ginger Dressing

Pre-Register Today – Only $40 per class
All classes are held on the Upper West Side

Class is from 6:30 until 8:30p.m.
And includes all of the following

*Hands-on instruction
*Meet new people
*Learn cool facts and tips about the food you’re eating
*Get healthy tips
*Receive a copy of the recipe to take home
*Enjoy a DELICIOUS meal at the end of class!
 Made by The Fabulous You!

Please contact Melissa at Melissa@myheartdances.com for
more details and to register or call 917-689-6530

**Classes are fun, relaxed, and not intimidating!  They are
great for beginners!

**Private classes are also available, more details at:
http://www.myheartdances.com/services/cook_class.htm

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5. Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop - October 11th

***Last weight loss workshop of the year***

Make it through the winter without gaining extra pounds,
in fact, stop the cycle and lose the weight you've been
wishing you could lose!

This is not your typical Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop.  We
are going to discuss REAL, PRACTICAL, BALANCED ways to
approach your relationship with food.

We will not only discuss HEALTHY EATING
but also WHY WE DON'T STICK TO IT
and then WHAT YOU CAN DO TO STICK TO IT

You will leave with inspiration, motivation and A PLAN.

$25
Wednesday, October 11
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Upper West Side

You won't be disappointed!!

Pre-registration highly recommended: 917-689-6530
melissa@myheartdances.com

As always, thanks for reading and please send comments and feedback Melissa@myheartdances.com

™ was developed to support individuals in living from their heart and going after what they want in life. Our mission is to support you in deciding to be honest with yourself and be honest with others so you can face your fears and go after your dreams to "let your heart dance!"

Copyright 2002-2006

Melissa King
Nutrition Counseling with Life Coaching
917-689-6530
www.myheartdances.com

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