Marilu Henner's Blog, page 214

Prepare for date night

You thought we were going to say "find a sexy outfit" or "check out a new scent."

Nope.

Get energized! Here's a fun song that will put you in the mood for love (remember – sexy is mostly in your brain!). It will help you burn some calories, too.

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Featured recipe from Marilu's table * Pasta puttanesca

This quick and spicy pasta dish is reputed to have originated with ladies of the evening, after their work was done. It's a nice pasta dish for a hot day, since the sauce is fresh, and just tossed with the hot pasta. Also, eating spicy foods on a hot day is supposed to help you feel cooler (we're not sure about that, but this is a tasty way to find out!).

The anchovies are optional, if you prefer a vegan version.

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Pasta Puttanesca

Blue * Serves 6

5-6 cups fresh tomatoes...

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222 Mason Street (at Ellis)

San Francisco, CA

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Marilu Henner is one of our most energetic actresses. She has shined on stage, brilliantly reviewed in Broadway's hit musical Chicago. She has starred in the long running Emmy-winning comedy series Taxi (nominated for 5 Golden Globes as Best Actress) and Evening Shade. MARILU returned to the movie screen with Jim Carrey in the critically acclaimed movie...

Stay loose

Does your neck get "tight" staring at a computer all day?

Do your muscles ache after a busy work day?

Have you worn heels so long your legs hurt when you wear flats?

Are your movements so routine that any extreme movement leads to pain?

Then you need to get loose and s-t-r-e-t-c-h!

No matter what exercise you do, stretching is important at the end of your workout. There are great stretching routines on most exercise DVDs, and you can always choose a simple yoga or tai chi routine to end...

Eat your vitamins

Vegetable-based supplements (like powdered green drinks) and water with added vitamins have become a big business. They're everywhere, and their labels are loaded with health claims.

Before you spend money on those products, remember (because you do already know this) that no single supplement can replicate all the healthy components found in a variety of whole plant foods.

Vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes are packed with lots of healthful substances beyond vitamins, such as fiber...

Exclusive vegan class starts Monday!

Viva La Vegan!

with Coaches JanB and VeganKrya (a dynamic vegan mother-daughter duo)

Monday, July 12 through Friday, July 23

Become a member and take this amazing class!

Loads of vegan recipes and info about vegan living! Download and print recipes, and get more recipes in class. Get help converting your favorite recipes to delicious vegan versions.

You don't have to be a vegan to take this class!
This is the place to ask your questions and get real answers from real people who have chosen...

Put your teeth into it!

How old is your toothbrush?

If it's older than 4 months, it's time for a new one. Another option is to boil your toothbrush for 10 minutes to kill off the bacteria – but the bristles don't last too much longer than 6 months anyway. Remember to switch out all the toothbrushes in the house.

When was the last time you flossed?

Why do we skip this simple step to better teeth? It's so easy to floss, and it takes very little time. Flossing helps get rid of food particles between your teeth, and...

Featured recipe from Marilu's table * Quinoa and black bean salad

As we prepare for our next online class – Viva la Vegan! (class starts in a week!) – we'd like to offer this deliciously spicy and protein-packed vegan salad. Make it early in the day so it gets a chance to marinate a bit.

Take it to picnics and potlucks where it will be devoured. The salad does not need to stay refrigerated – pack it cold, and it will be fine as it warms up.

Quinoa is very high in protein, and offers all 8 essential amino acids (complete nutritional protein). Black...

Spirit Sunday * 'Tis a gift

We love this song – it's beautiful music and it's great for stretching or cool-down or meditation. It also reminds us of the years we lived in very rural America, where there were no fireworks on the Fourth of July, and our celebration was with public television.

Take a moment today to remember the gifts or blessings you've been given – your life, your health, your family, your friends, your attitude, your character, your strengths (and weaknesses). Meditate. Reflect. Appreciate....

And speaking of moving… let's talk fiber

Fiber is only found in plant foods. That's why vegetarians, and especially vegans, often have a high fiber intake – which is a good thing.

Fiber provides many benefits, including cancer prevention, lower rates of heart disease, diabetes and obesity.

There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. It's best to have both kinds in your diet, but most foods contain both kinds, so it's easy to do. Fiber type isn't noted on food labels or recommendations, so just eat from both...