The Healthy Dog Runner

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

By Pamela Schmidlin, Certified Health Coach, Professional Photographer and Videographer, Certified Dog Trainer

May 7, 2013- Omega 3 and 6 Essential Fatty Acids

Omega 3 and 6 Essential Fatty Acids are necessary to our health and our dogs health and life. Although we cannot produce these on our own. SO we need to obtain these from our food sources. If you are not vegetarian or vegan, you can obtain these through fish and fish oils. Whereas vegetarians and vegan, who look for our nutrition through plant sources need to find plant sources to get our Omegas from.

Well, here we go some plant sources that have Omega 3 and 6 Essential Fatty Acids are:
Walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds. Yes, our nuts and seeds have these essential and important Omegas.

Ways to use these are to pack a bag of nuts (a small bag, let's not over do it, remember too much of a good thing turns out not to be so good) and have them during the day.

Take flax, or chia seeds and add them to smoothies (which I did today- I grounded my flaxseeds up and put them into my Vega Smoothie after my workout this morning!) or add them to salads. Actually you can add these to just about anything, pastas, rices, etc.

These can also benefit our dogs, flaxseed and flaxseed oil are used in dogs to strengthen their bones, heal their paws, and maintain their energy. It also also plays a significant role in canine cardiovascular health and skin and coat health. It is an important source of fiber and antioxidants, as well as having anti-tumor properties. Flax seed as an anti-inflammatory useful in treating arthritis, (with three senior dogs, I add a little flaxseed to their food at least once a week).

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Friday, May 3, 2013

May Day: FREE Detox Challenge Day 3

By Pamela Schmidlin, Certified Health Coach, Professional Photographer and Videographer, Certified Dog Trainer

May 3, 2013- Are you still with me?....Enjoying those green smoothies, and fresh veggies?....Are you detoxing with your dog?....WOW, you've made it two whole days, you know not everyone can do that, you should be proud of yourself. Your body is thanking you for treating it so kindly! How do you feel? How are your dogs, my dogs want to know about them as well! I want to know comment below or send me an email, pamelaschm@optonline.net (you can email, Skyler- Candycane- Sandy- or Benji there as well!).

Well today is the last day, yes, Day 3, our time together was short but so beneficial for our health! Okay, let's get this day started.

Breakfast and Lunch: You guessed it! We're continuing the green smoothie way! I hope your enjoying your green smoothies. They are so packed full of vitamins, minerals, fiber. To help keep you nourished, keep you full for hours, and energized as well. Do you feel effects of them? I know after my green smoothie everyday I keep going strong for hours, do not feel hungry for hours, have the energy to last a long time, and know that all the fruits and veggies are nouishing every cell in my body!

Dinner: Okay, something a little different today. Have you ever heard of Quinoa?

Quinoa is a grain that provides anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids, and heart healthy fats like monosaturated fat. It also has a key mineral, Calcium, providing over twice the calcium that is found in whole wheat. Quinoa has the ability to lower cholesterol and help maintain levels of HDL or good cholesterol. Meanwhile, the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients in quinoa also make it a likely candidate for cancer risk reduction.

That being said, here's a great recipe for tonight:

Ingredients: Quinoa (2 cups)
                     Carrots (2-3)
                     Broccoli (1-2 stalks)
                     Scallions (1-2)
                     Tomatoes (1-2)
                     Olive Oil (1-2 tbsps)
                     Black Pepper (to taste)
                     Sea Salt (to taste)

Directions: Cook the quinoa (use 2X the amount of water than quinoa when making your quinoa)

               While the quinoa is cooking, cut up the carrots, broccoli, scallions, and tomatoes into bite size pieces

               Once the Quinoa is finished, and the veggies are chopped, take a pan and heat it on    medium.

                Add the olive oil to the pan, and add the carrots, the broccoli,the scallions and then add the quinoa.

                 Add the black pepper and sea salt.

                 Cook for 2-3 minutes

                 Remove from heat, and add the chopped tomatoes.

                 Serve up and Enjoy!

We're working on our insides, but don't forget about our outsides!

*Don't Forget to skin brush, it's a easy way to remove dead skin cells and allow new skin cells to grow and have glowing skin!

Doggie Detox:

We can't forget about our dogs, can we?....Of course not!....Here's the detox for today for our dogs!

Milk Thistle, the milk thistle seed is said to contain the flavoniod silymarin. Which helps to repair damaged liver cells and offers protection to new liver cells. It is an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It prevents toxins from damaging liver cells and encouraurages liver cells to create more bile. The increase in bile aids in digestion and nutrient absorption.

It is used as a dried herb or tincture.

*Note- this may interact with some drugs.

Don't forget to brush your dogs. While some dogs should be brushed daily, other weekly, and so forth, brushing your dog will help maintain a healthy coat and remove the dead fur and allow for new healthy fur to grow! (not to mention more control over the fur throughout your house!)

Congratulations to you and your dog! You both did it! You've start to live a healthier lifestyle already, now if you want to continue to learn to live a healthier life, contact me and I'll coach you and your dog to doing just that!

Email me and tell me what your up to and what you want to me to blog about, at

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Wednesday, May 1, 2013

May Days: FREE 3 Day Detox Challenge

By Pamela Schmidlin, Certified Health Coach, Professional Photographer and Videographer, Certified Dog Trainer

May 1, 2013- It's May, time for May flowers. And time to make the transition from those heavy winter foods to lighter spring foods. Today, I'll start you out with a easy three day detox, for you and some detox tips for your dog each day.

So are you ready to transition? Are you ready to shed the winter pounds away? Are you ready to boost your mood into high gear? Well then let's get started!

First and foremost, it's really simple....I'll be giving you some recipes but you can tailor them to your liking.....just follow these simple, easy guidelines.

Include these foods: Whole, Unprocessed foods
                                   Vegetables
                                   Fruit
                                   Seeds
                                   Fresh pressed juices
                                   ALL FRUIT SMOOTHIES

ELIMINATE these foods: Processed Foods (anything that comes in a package)
                                           Wheat
                                           Dairy
                                           Meat (including poultry and fish)
                                           Alcohol
                                           Caffeine (including tea and chocolate)

Day One

*HINT: Start each day with warm lemon water. It will cleanse the blood, liver, and kidneys and it activates our digestive system for maximum efficiency throughout the day!

Breakfast and Lunch: Green Smoothie

Ingredients: Spinach (a handful or two)

Mango (1)

Bananas (2)

Water (to your liking- enough to allow blender to blend easily- keep in mind, the amount of water will make the smoothie more or less thick or thin!)

Coconut Butter (about 1 tbsp)

Preparation: Put the greens, mango, bananas, water, and coconut butter in a blender and blend them all together until smooth!

Pour into a glass and ENJOY!

Mangos contain antioxidants that help protect the body from cancers. They are also a great alkalizing food, to help maintain a healthy Ph level in the body. Full of vitamins A and C, and 25 other carotenoids they help boost the immune system. Containing high levels of fiber, pectin, and vitamin C will help improve digestion and lower cholesterol. As well as being full of beta carotene and vitamin C, they help with the skin's cell repair and elasticity, and vitamin A helps maintain eye health, night blindness, and dry eyes.

Bananas contain fiber, and carbohydrates that help regulate the body's digestive system by help maintain a healthy digestive tract. Bananas contain potassium, which has a calming effect on the mind. The potassium has good side effects to the kidneys, controling the spending of calcium in the urine helping kidneys to function well and reduce the risk of kidney stones. The high levels of antioxidant phenolic compounds help to protect the kidneys. The potassium and low sodium in combination prevent high blood pressure and risk of stroke. Healthy carbohydrates act to increase energy. A banana a day can help healthy vision. Containing Tryptophan, an amino acid compound helps to produce serotonin which helps you feel calm and stabilize your mood.

Spinach is loaded with vitamins like A, K, D and E as well as trace minerals. They are a great source of Omega 3 fatty acids. Contain antioxidants that are anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory. Alkalizes the body. Contains carotenoids that protect the eyes against diseases like cataracts and macular degeneration as well as nourishing the eyes. The Vitamin K it contains as well as the calcium and magnesium it strengths the bones.

Dinner: Stir Fry- Veggie Style

*Tip:Your external environment is a reflection of your internal environment so take the time to some spring cleaning to rid any clutter in your home or workplace.

Veggie Stir Fry

Ingredients:

Carrots (2-4)

Broccoli (1-2 stalks)

Kale (1-2 handfuls)

Onion (1)

Garlic (1-2 cloves)

Olive Oil (1-2 tbsps)

Sea Salt (to taste)

Lemon

Avocado

Directions:

Chop veggies however you desire, use all of the veggies you can (only cutting off dry portions, etc)

and put them aside.

Heat pan over medium heat then add olive oil.

When oil is hot, add kale, broccoli,carrots, onions, garlic, and sea salt.

Once kale is wilted and bright green. Remove from heat.

Take lemon and squeeze lemon juice over the mix.

Cut up avocado, and add to the mix.

Serve it up, and ENJOY!

Okay, you've made it through DAY ONE!

Oh, for our dogs....here's their detoxing for our dog for Day One:

Yes, toxins can build up in our dog's body too, so it's a good idea to help them cleanse their body's from the inside out!

Today, let's try some Burdock for our dogs.

Burdock cleanses the skin and had anti inflammatory, and antibacterial and antioxidant effects.

Burdock treats skin conditions, dandruff, and acne.

Burdock first works on the execretory system, by stimulating the release of toxins from the body. It cleans the blood of impurities, and removes toxins through the skin. Secondly, it is directed to the skin, and helps the healing of the skin.

It comes in several forms to include capsules, dried herbs, liquid extracts, teas, and tinctures. It is taken internally.

*Note: This can interact with diabetes medication.

Tune in tomorrow for DAY TWO!
Good Luck!

See you then!

Email me and tell me what your up to and what you want to me to blog about, at

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