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Let’s fly to New York and test the new discipline that’s all the rage at the moment: Soul Cycle.
But first, build up your strength with a healthy hamburger. Proof that healthy food can also be delicious.
Here’s a recipe to prepare vegetable-protein hamburgers for 4 people.
To make the patties, you need: 1 carrot, 240 g cooked red kidney beans, a handful of shelled walnuts, 1 tsp miso, a dash of paprika, ½ red onion, ½ branch celery, ¼ green bell pepper, olive oil, 1 tsp cumin, black pepper and 2 tbsp chickpea flour. Chop and sauté ¼ onion in olive oil over high heat. Add the vegetables, then cover and sweat for 6 minutes over medium heat. Let cool, then mix all the ingredients together, except for the chickpea flour, until obtaining a purée with an even consistency. Add the flour and mix with a spoon. Oil and heat a pan. With wet hands, form 4 patties and brown them for 10 minutes on each side over medium heat. Toasted buns, sauce, lettuce… and now your veggie burger is ready to be enjoyed.
Spotlight on health. Laughter:
What benefits do laughter and smiling have on your daily life? Many studies have proven the impact that a single smile can have to resolve a situation or conflict. In a medical context, laugh therapy has also been a hot topic for several years now. According to researchers, laughing helps reduce pain and stress, improves digestion, facilitates sleep and boosts energy. Studies show that, 100 years ago, people laughed 19 minutes a day. Today, we laugh less than a minute, notably due to social pressure and a stressful pace of life. On the contrary, a child laughs 300 times a day on average. A good mood and laughter are sources of unlimited energy and promote joie de vivre and wellness. So get your giggle on.
Spotlight on sports. Soul Cycle:
Lots of personnalities are hooked on this sport. I tried it out myself and I can assure you that Soul Cycle is much more than a simple workout. For 45 minutes, you are immersed in a dim candle-lit room, entranced by music, while you pedal and work your upper body with encouragements from a coach. You focus on both your body and mind. At the end, your mind is clearer, your energy is recharged and you’re raring to go. More than a trend, this sport turns up your awareness. You feel stronger after each session. Soul Cycle is gaining popularity in the big cities in France, so don’t hesitate to take a class. Once you try it, you won’t want to stop.
Home remedy for winter boo-boos.
In winter, your lips are put to the test: the wind, cold, pollution and humidity are all to blame. To care for your pucker, try this magic recipe! Melt 20 g of shea butter in a bain-marie. Add 2 drops of lemon essential oil and 15 ml of sweet almond oil. Let cool, then store in a small airtight container. Now, smooth it on your lips whenever needed. Your lips will love you!