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Pure Nutrition + Wellness Office Protocol…

As restrictions begin to ease up and people begin to resume a few of their normal activities in the coming days, we want to make certain that you’re aware of our ongoing efforts to keep ourselves and our clients safe and well.

First, if you know that you have been exposed to the Covid-19 virus, have recently tested positive or live with someone who has recently tested positive, please contact us to schedule a phone or Zoom consultation. We will continue to make phone consultations and Zoom/Skype appointments available to all clients who are unable to come into the office. 

We will also continue to do the following for those clients who do choose to make an in-office appointment:

  • Try to schedule only one client in the office at a time, leaving sufficient time in between appointments to allow for cleaning and sanitizing (sometimes family members come together; we would prefer to have only one additional person with our client at an office appointment…no other guests, please).
  • Keep our chairs in the lobby spaced to allow for proper social distancing.
  • Diffuse Essential Oils known for their anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial properties.
  • Clean surfaces with natural, safe, and effective products.
  • When you arrive at the office, you will be instructed to go wash your hands before doing anything else.
  • You will then fill out a Covid-19 Questionnaire to determine if we can proceed with your appointment or if we need to change to a phone or Zoom appointment.
  • If you notice someone in the lobby when you arrive, please wait until we finish with this client. We will invite you in as soon as possible.
  • We are not currently requiring that masks be worn; however, if the governor issues guidelines that require them, we will ask that you comply.

If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 844-787-3935, Ext. 1 or email us at frontdesk@purenwell.com. We will make every effort to make you comfortable for your appointment with us.

Be Well and Stay Well,

Donna Stephens, Naturopath, BCN, CNHP, LDHS
Vicki Kolbe, Natural Health Professional, BCHHP, CNHP, DHP

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I Have More Energy…

“I feel better, I have more energy, and I make better food choices. This is thanks to Donna Stephens.” B. R.

The coronavirus pandemic has all of us looking for ways to be healthier! Our Comprehensive Health Assessment is designed to help you improve your overall health and wellness based on your unique biochemistry. 

Here at Pure Nutrition + Wellness, personal and professional experience has taught us that at the root of most physical health conditions, including low energy, are one or more of the following:

  • Diet
  • Lifestyle
  • Nutritional Deficiencies
  • Food Allergies
  • Yeast Overgrowth
  • Environmental Toxins
  • Emotional Imbalances

By properly addressing these factors, significant and dramatic improvements can be made in your physical health. We want you to get healthy and feel great! To learn more about the Comprehensive Health Assessment, schedule a Free 20 Minute Consultation. Call 844-787-3935, Ext. 1 or email us at frontdesk@purenwell.com.

Be Well,

Donna Stephens, BCN, CNHP, LDHS
Vicki Kolbe, BCHHP, CNHP, DHP 

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Mixed Berry Oat Bars

Looking for a comforting, healthy treat to make this weekend? This recipe calls for delicious, ripe berries; use your favorite kind! There are only a few other ingredients involved. Plus, it’s gluten-free, diary free, egg-free, and refined sugar-free. It takes a bit of effort to put together, but you’ll think it’s worth it! Yum!!!

Mixed Berry Oat Bars Recipe

Ingredients

Crust:

  • 2 1/2 cups rolled oats (certified gluten free)
  • 1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
  • 1/2 tsp Himalayan Pink salt (fine)
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil (melted)
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1-3 tsp water, if needed

Berry Filling:

  • 18 ounces organic fresh or frozen mixed berries (thawed), or your favorite kind!
  • 2-3 TBSP pure maple syrup (use less if your berries already taste sweet)
  • 2 tsp chia seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat over to 350 degrees. 
  2. In a large bowl, mash berries with a fork…just a rough mash is all that’s needed. Then, stir in the maple syrup to taste and the chia seeds. Set aside to let thicken while you make the crust.
  3. Line an 8 or 9 inch pan with parchment paper.
  4. Use a food processor to blend the rolled oats and salt into a finely ground flour. Add in the almond flour, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup, blending together until a dough forms. (It should hold together when you pinch it between your fingers.) If needed, add a little bit of water at a time, just until it reaches the proper consistency.
  5. Set aside 3/4 – 1 cup of the dough. Press the remaining dough into the bottom of the parchment lined pan.
  6. Spread the prepared berries over the crust, then crumble the remaining dough evenly over the top.
  7. Bake for 30 – 40 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling has thickened.
  8. Let cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.

Be Well,

Donna Stephens, BCN, CNHP, LDHS
Vicki Kolbe, BCHHP, CNHP, DHS

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Homemade Hand Sanitizer Recipe…

Since it’s not always possible to wash your hands with soap and water…and hand sanitizer is nearly impossible to find in the stores or online, today we’re sharing a great hand sanitizer recipe!  

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), hand sanitizer must have 60 percent alcohol content in order to be effective. Here’s a simple way to make your own hand sanitizer using essential oils that is CDC and WHO compliant: 

Ingredients:* 

  • 2/3 cup isopropyl alcohol (70%)
  • 1/3 cup aloe vera gel
  • 1 teaspoon jojoba oil or sweet almond oil
  • 10 drops Tea Tree essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil

Instructions:

  1. Add alcohol, aloe vera, and jojoba or sweet almond oil to a bowl.
  2. Add essential oils and mix well with to combine all ingredients.
  3. Place in travel-sized containers with a lid.

*Optional essential oil combinations: 

  • 10 drops each of Thieves Essential Oil Blend (Young Living) and Lavender essential oil
  • 10 drops each of On Guard Essential Oil Blend (DoTerra) and Lavender essential oil

NOTE: this hand sanitizer is not commercial grade and we cannot guarantee its effectiveness. 

Remember, washing your hands with soap and water is still the ideal. However, we hope this recipe helps you as you continue to take extra good care of yourselves and your loved ones!

Be Well,

Donna Stephens, Naturopath, BCN, CNHP, LDHS
Vicki Kolbe, BCHHP, CNHP, DHP, CLSC

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Taking Care of Our Lungs…

Respiratory nurses will attest to the importance of being able to take long, deep breaths in order to clear toxic build-up in the lungs. 

Today, with what we are facing this is so important for those with lung symptoms, as well as for a preventive strategy to protect our lungs. Viruses do not like oxygen and prefer stagnant environments!

Here is a powerful way to improve oxygenation, reduce lung inflammation, remove toxins, activate your Central Nervous System, and bring a lovely sense of calm to your body and mind. 

Find someplace comfortable to sit with your back supported. Take a long, slow, deep breath in through your nostrils to a count of five…paying attention to the expanding of your abdomen and rib cage, and filling your lungs. 

Hold there for another count of five. 

Now slowly exhale through your mouth to a count of 10…paying attention to the contracting of your abdominal muscles and rib cage as you release the breath from your lungs. Repeat ten times. 

Practice this every day. If you notice yourself holding your breath throughout the day, remember to take a deep breath!

Be well and stay well,

Donna Stephens, Naturopath, BCN, CNHP, LDHS
Vicki Kolbe, BCHHP, CNHP, DHP

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Staying Well Protocol for Office Visits…

 Dear Friends,

We love our clients and are here to help during these challenging times. We are doing our utmost to continue to provide the services you need so that you and your family can thrive!

In order to take best care of you and of ourselves, we request that you please adhere to the following protocol when making or keeping your appointment with us:

 Staying Well Protocol for Office Visits:

  • If you are sick, have a sick family member, or may have been exposed to the coronavirus notify us immediately! We will change your appointment to a phone or Skype consultation.
  • When you arrive at our office, please immediately go to the restroom and wash your hands before signing in.
  • Know that we are purposely leaving additional time between appointments in order to make sure we have time to throughly clean between clients. Be prompt in your arrival and leave once your appointment is finished and you have paid for services provided and have your supplements.
  • Remember, we are making phone and Skype appointments available to anyone who is concerned about coming into the office to see us.

Additionally, be advised that we will only be shipping orders twice a week. Please allow extra time for us to fill your orders once they are placed. Due to the unusual circumstances right now, our suppliers are taking additional time to deliver products to us. Do NOT wait until you are out of everything to place your order. Order right away if you are down to the last ten days supply of what you’re using. Remember, you can place orders on our online store at https://pure-nutrition-wellness.myshopify.com/. If you need a code for placing your order, call 844-787-3935, Ext. 5, or email frontdesk@purenwell.com.

Thanks in advance for doing your part. Together we will all get through this!

Be Well…Stay Well,

Donna Stephens, Naturopath, BCN
Vicki Kolbe, BCHHP, CNHP, DHP

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Phone/Skype Appointments Available…

 Dear Friends, 

Despite the concerns that we are facing in our nation and around the world, we at Pure Nutrition + Wellness want to reassure you that our services remain available to you during these challenging days. 

We encourage you to follow the guidelines being outlined by the CDC and the President. Do your best to remain calm. Remember, “FEAR” is the most toxic thing for your immune system. Please know that all will be well. This is a great time to take stock of your diet and lifestyle and how it may be supporting or harming your immune system. 

If you would like specific help with your concerns we are happy to schedule a consult for you with Donna. She is currently still seeing clients in her offices; and she is also available to consult with you either by phone and through Skype. Please call 844-787-3935, Ext. 1 or email us at frontdesk@purenwell.com to schedule your appointment with  Donna. 

Be Well…Stay Well,

Donna Stephens, Naturopath, BCN
Vicki Kolbe, BCHHP, CNHP, DHP

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Pure Virus Kits…

The best approach to preventing or even recovering from a virus is to develop a strong immune system. I have put together a virus kit that contains 6 supplements for boosting immunity and 2 supplements to use if you become infected with a virus. All these supplements are well known for their safe and effective action against colds, flu, and viruses of all kinds.  

In addition to the supplements each kit will contain instructions for daily use to boost immunity, as well as recommendations for what to do if  you come down with a virus. There will also be suggestions for home remedies and protocols that will further help you and your family to stay well.  

The kits are available for pre-order today for $189.00, and can be mailed or picked up in our office this Saturday 3/14.  We do have a limited supply and expect to sell out quickly…our second shipment of product should reach us in 7 days.  

Again I want to reaffirm that “FEAR” is the most toxic thing for your immune system. Please know that all will be well. This is a great time to take stock of your diet and lifestyle and how it may be supporting or harming your immune system. If you would like specific help with your concerns we are happy to schedule a consult for you.  

To preorder your kits, schedule a consult, or ask questions please call 844-787-3935, Ext. 1; or email us at frontdesk@purenwell.com.

Stay Well…Be Well,

Donna Stephens
Naturopath, BCN

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Homemade Tomato Basil Soup…

Last night I needed something quick and easy to make for dinner after I got home from the office. It was so cold outside and I wanted comfort food! 

I happened to have the ingredients for this scrumptious soup in my pantry and fridge, so this was the perfect choice for a cozy meal. My husband said the house smelled amazing when he walked in the door; I agree!! ~ Vicki

Homemade Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 large stalks celery, diced
  • 1 medium to large carrot, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 or 2 bay leaves
  • 1 (14-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth (we like Kettle & Fire)
  • Himalayan pink salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
  • 1 Tbsp ghee (optional)
  • 1/2 to 1 cup coconut milk (I like Thai Kitchen)

Instructions

  1. Heat the avocado oil in a heavy sauce pan over medium high heat. Sauté the celery, carrot, and onion, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften… about 10 minutes. Stir in the garlic and continue cooking for another minute or two, just until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  2. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken broth, and bay leaf. Bring just to a boil, then turn down the heat and simmer another 15 to 20 minutes until the vegetables are very tender. 
  3. Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the basil during the last 5 minutes. 
  4. Transfer to a high powered blender and blend until smooth. Return to the sauce pan. 
  5. Finish the soup with ghee and coconut milk, if using, and heat through. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve in bowls or mugs, and garnish with additional fresh basil.

NOTE: if the soup is too thick for your taste, add a little additional chicken broth to thin until it’s to your liking. 

Be Well,

Donna Stephens, BCN, CNHP, LDHS
Vicki Kolbe, CNHP, CHS, CSMC

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Another Pure Thought…

From Pure Nutrition + Wellness

Be Well,

Donna Stephens, BCN, CNHP, LDHS
Vicki Kolbe, BCHHP, CNHP, DHP

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