The Power of Keeping Your Word to Yourself!

 

Ladies, let me keep it real—I've been walking a lot this summer.  I am on a quest to complete 2025 miles this year.  The fresh air, the rhythm, the peace? It’s been my therapy in this complicated life.  But there’s one promise I haven’t kept… getting back to my strength training.

Every week I say, “I’ll start tomorrow.” And tomorrow keeps moving.  My goal was to do at least 10 sets per week on all the body parts.  I never made the time, and I am noticing the difference,   and here’s what I’m learning—every time we break a small promise to ourselves, we chip away at our own confidence.

It’s not about guilt—it’s about grace and truth. The same discipline that gets me out walking can also help me pick up those weights again. Because keeping my word to myself is how I build the kind of confidence that sticks.

So this November, I’m recommitting—not to perfection, but to integrity. I’m keeping my word. I’m showing up for me.

And ladies, if you’ve fallen off your plan too, don’t beat yourself up. Just take one small step back toward your goals today. You don’t have to do it all, just start again. You’re worth keeping promises to.

November Sip of the Month: The Cranberry Glow Mocktail

Since it’s November and the holidays are almost here, I thought I’d introduce a festive, healthy drink that keeps your spirit high and your wellness on point. Because let’s be honest—we want to feel good in our bodies while we’re celebrating!

This Cranberry Glow Mocktail brings all the sparkle, none of the guilt. It’s light, tart, refreshing, and looks stunning in a glass (because presentation matters, sis).

Ingredients:       

• ½ cup pure cranberry juice (unsweetened)
• ¼ cup fresh orange juice·      
• Sparkling water or kombucha to top
• A squeeze of lime       
• Fresh cranberries + mint for garnish

How to Make It:

Pour cranberry and orange juice over ice, top with sparkling water or kombucha, add your lime, and finish with cranberries and mint.

Here’s to a season of keeping promises, glowing from the inside out, and sipping something that loves you back. 🥂

— Sister to Sister: Where Black Women Rise Together

Love and More,

Teri Sewell Huff

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

and Walking Movement Leader

https://beacons.ai/clubteriliving

PS>  Please reach out for any wellness questions and for a good old fashion walk!

Wellness, Woman to Woman

 

Sip Into Your Seasonal Reset: A Juice Protocol for Black Women

When the seasons shift, our bodies feel it. The air changes, the light changes, and so do our energy levels. That’s when I know—it’s time for a reset. Not a crash diet, not deprivation, but a loving, intentional juice protocol to help the body flow with the season.

Why a Seasonal Reset Matters

Think of your body like your favorite playlist. Sometimes you gotta clear out the old tracks and bring in new ones to match the vibe. Seasonal juicing does the same—flushing toxins, boosting hydration, and giving your digestive system a break while still filling you with nutrients that glow from the inside out.

The Juice Protocol

Here’s how I like to roll:

Prep the Mindset

Commit to 3–5 days. Nothing extreme. You’re not punishing yourself—you’re refreshing.

Morning Glow Juice

• Carrot
• Orange
• Ginger
• Lemon

This one wakes you up better than coffee, trust me.

Midday Green Power

• Cucumber
• Celery
• Spinach
• Apple
• Lime

This hydrates and gives you that clean energy without the slump.

Afternoon Sweet Balance

• Beet
• Apple
• Carrot
• Lemon

Earthy, sweet, and perfect for stamina.

Evening Wind Down

• Pineapple
• Mint
• Cucumber
• Lemon

Cooling, refreshing, and helps digestion as you slow down.

Listen to Your Body

Juicing isn’t about starving, it’s about tuning in. If you feel lightheaded, pair your juice with a handful of nuts, a light salad, or avocado toast. This is your reset, not a race.

The Glow After the Flow

Once you’ve completed the reset, slowly add back whole food. Notice how your skin, your mood, and even your sleep feel. That’s the seasonal glow-up you just gifted yourself.

You're Invited: The Juice Party!

Pick up your FREE Seasonal Reset Juice Protocol PDF in my online store today.  Let's sip, reset, and shine together.

Tap the link, grab your copy, and join the Juice Party. Your energy upgrade starts now!

Seasonal Reset Juice Protocol

With wellness, joy, and power,
Teri | @terishealthyways | #ClubTeri

Are You Eating Like This? - The Top Food Tips to Transform Your Health

Let’s Talk, Sis

1. Eat to Energize, Not Just to Fill Up. Say goodbye to that 3 p.m. slump. Real food = real energy. Think greens, grains, and good fats.

2. Add Before You Subtract. Before cutting everything out, add more color—berries, leafy greens, sweet potatoes. The more color, the more power.

3. Hydration is Queen Behavior. Water-rich foods like cucumbers, watermelon, and smoothies will have your skin glowing and joints singing “thank you!”

4. Gut Check, Baby. Your gut is your second brain. Add fermented foods (like kimchi or sauerkraut), plant-based fiber, and maybe a little probiotic love.

5. Read Those Labels Like a Boss  If you can’t pronounce it, your body probably can’t process it. Keep it simple and whole.

Healthy Recipe Drop  Queen’s Glow Bowl: Quinoa, roasted chickpeas, kale, avocado, tahini drizzle. Easy, plant-powered, and oh-so-satisfying.

CTA – Ready to Glow Up From the Inside Out?

Download my free Gut Health Starter Guide and follow me on Instagram at @terishealthyways.  

Girl, food can either drain you or elevate you. If you’ve been tired, bloated, or just not feeling like your best self, it might be time to check that plate. Let’s flip the script and eat like we love ourselves.

Let’s make Summer 2025 loud, proud, and YES.

Join my Wellness Walk & Talk crew and enjoy the good vibes, scheduled and pop-up walking events.

👑 Tap the link. Show up. Move with us.
👉 Wellness Walk and Talk Group

#WellnessWalkAndTalk #GirlTrekDenver #WalkWithTeri #ClubTeriMoves #BlackWomenWalk #WalkWithMe #FullBodyYES

Health Matters.  And health can, and should be fun!

Always, Teri Sewell, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

www.luvyourhealthylife.com

Let’s Make Summer a Full-Body YES

Sis, this summer, we’re not halfway living. We’re saying YES with our whole body.

👟 Move Like You Mean It

And if you’re lookin’ for a tribe to walk with? I got you. Join me for the Wellness Walk & Talk sessions this summer. We walk, we talk, we glow all the way through it.

💥 Summer 2025 = The Big YES

This summer ain’t playing’ with us—and guess what? We ain’t playing’ with it either. We’re walking’ into this season with power, peace, and purpose. This summer? It’s a full-body YES from head to toe.

🥬 Eat Like a Queen

We’re not just eating to get by. We’re eating to feel alive.

Your plate? That’s your throne. Stack it high with greens, fruit, flavor, and love. Smoothies, fresh meals, all that good stuff makes your body say “thank you.”

🛑 Rest Like a Boss

Look—rest is not lazy. Rest is necessary. Close the laptop, silence your phone, sip some tea, and breathe. Ain’t no guilt in recharging. That’s how queens stay strong.

We're not sitting still and letting life pass us by. Every step we take is a power move. Our therapy is our morning walks, dance breaks, and stretching under the sun.

We say YES to:

• Moving our bodies because we love ‘em

• Fueling ourselves with food that loves us back

• Making time for joy, not just work

• Taking up space, living out loud, and shining with no dimmer switch

I’ll be out here with my sneakers on, smoothie in hand, rockin’ this life like it’s golden. Find me on IG at @terishealthyways and let’s do this.

Let’s make Summer 2025 loud, proud, and YES.

Join my Wellness Walk & Talk crew and enjoy the good vibes, scheduled and pop-up walking events.

👑 Tap the link. Show up. Move with us.
👉 Wellness Walk and Talk Group

#WellnessWalkAndTalk #GirlTrekDenver #WalkWithTeri #ClubTeriMoves #BlackWomenWalk #WalkWithMe #FullBodyYES

Health Matters.  And health can, and should be fun!

Always, Teri Sewell, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

www.luvyourhealthylife.com

5 Things I’m Leaving Behind as I Step Into Natural Health Immersion 2025 (+ A Challenge for You, Sis!)

Sister to Sister,

Can you believe we’ve closed out the first quarter of the year?

Whew! Time is moving—but so are we. And I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling the call to reset, realign, and go even deeper into what it means to take care of this one beautiful body I’ve been given.

That’s why I’ve been focused on Natural Health Immersion 2025—my personal journey toward wholeness. It’s not about perfection, it’s about being present. Nourished. Clear. Energized.

But to step into all that, I had to release a few things:

1. Mental Clutter
No more carrying stress that doesn’t belong to me. I’m protecting my peace and choosing stillness when I need it.

2. Processed Everything
I’m going back to basics. Whole foods, vibrant juices, and smoothies that make my cells say “thank you.”

3. Downplaying My Needs
It’s not selfish to put my health first. It’s wise. And overdue.

4. Sedentary Days
Our bodies were made to move. Walking, dancing, stretching—I’m saying yes to all of it.   I really love Latin dancing.  Anyone else?

5. Guilt for Choosing Me
Choosing myself is the most loving thing I can do for everyone around me. I’m done with guilt, and I’m walking in grace.

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Now Sis, I’ve got a challenge for you.

As we head into the second quarter of 2025, how about we do it together?

👉🏽 Join me for a 7-Day Smoothie or Juice Challenge
—Your choice, your pace. Just one nourishing drink a day. That’s it. Let’s flood our bodies with nutrients, boost our energy, and glow from the inside out.

Don’t overthink it. Just start. I’ll be sharing recipes, encouragement, and a few Beyoncé-level pep talks over on Instagram. 😄

Follow me at @terishealthyways on Instagram and DM me “I’m in!” if you’re ready to join the challenge.  I will send you a link.  And let me know when you start.

Importance of a Healthy Lifestyle

If you are interested in juicing and having more energy, my 'Power of Juicing E-book' can put you on the right track. For optimal energy, however, you can go even further and will be addressed in the book.  Here is the link:  Power of Juicing eBook

Let’s continue to get strong, refreshed, and glowing.

With love, greens and encouragement,

Teri Sewell Huff, Culinary Nutrition Expert and 

Whole food Plant Based Kitchen Coach

#SisterToSister #SmoothieChallenge #JuiceChallenge #NaturalHealthImmersion2025 #ClubTeri #BlackWomenWellness #MidlifeGlowUp

They Not Like Us - Your Invitation to Rise!

Reclaiming Our Power: Black Women’s Health, Black History, and the Natural Healing Revolution

Hello sisters,  I am excited to be part of your wellness journey and this month as black history month comes to an end, I say Black History Month is not just a time to reflect—it’s a time to reclaim and reimagine. Black women have carried the weight of resilience, but now it’s time to shift from survival to true, holistic thriving. In 2025, natural health immersion is emerging as a powerful pathway to wellness, liberation, and self-reclamation.

The State of Black Women’s Health

Systemic disparities have long impacted Black women’s access to quality healthcare, from higher maternal mortality rates to increased risks of chronic illness. But history shows we are not powerless—healers, innovators, and change-makers.

Reclaiming our health means honoring ancestral wisdom and embracing practices that center our well-being. It means breaking cycles of stress and disease and stepping into nourishment and restoration.

Natural Health Immersion: Returning to Our Roots

Holistic healing is in our DNA. Our ancestors harnessed plant medicine and natural rhythms to maintain vitality. Reclaiming this legacy means embracing:

• Herbal Medicine – Hibiscus for heart health, burdock root for detoxification.

• Mindfulness & Meditation – Breathwork, yoga, and energy healing to release trauma.

• Nutrition for Longevity – Whole, plant-based foods for optimal health.

• Movement as Medicine – Dance, Pilates, and strength training as self-care.

The Reclaimed Woman: Owning Your Power

To be a Reclaimed Woman is to own your health and healing. It’s about unlearning societal conditioning that tells us to overwork and ignore our needs. It’s about saying YES to joy, rest, pleasure, and deep nourishment.

When we prioritize our health, we shift the narrative—not just for ourselves, but for future generations. Every healing practice we embrace rewrites history.

Your Invitation to Rise

This Black History Month, let’s honor our ancestors by choosing wellness and sovereignty. Let’s create a movement where Black women no longer fight for scraps of healthcare but stand in our power, fully embodied in radiant health.

It’s time to reclaim what has always been ours—our health, healing, and future.

Are you ready to step into your power as a Reclaimed Woman? Begin your natural health immersion today.

Follow me on Instagram for more insights and inspiration: @terishealthyways.

Cheering you on,

Teri Sewell Huff

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

terisewell@gmail.com

Your Plant-Based Journey Is Your Power Move!

Alright, Queens—you're stepping into a new era in 2025, and it’s giving health, empowerment, and glow! Of course I am here to encourage you.  Transitioning to a whole food plant-based lifestyle isn’t just about eating; it’s about thriving like the star you are. Let’s talk about how to find your joy on this journey!

1. Honor Your Roots, Boo

This isn’t about leaving tradition behind—it’s about remixing it. Take those soulful flavors and make them plant-based perfection. Vegan gumbo? Yes. Jerk jackfruit? Of course. You’re bringing the culture and the health.

2. Celebrate Every Step

Dropped dairy? Nailed that first tofu scramble? That’s a win, sis! Clap for yourself because small steps are major keys.  This one is fun, so give it a try.

3. Own the Kitchen Like the Queen You Are

Get your crown on (or maybe just an apron) and start experimenting. You’re not just cooking; you’re creating. Go bold with spices, bright with veggies, and vibrant with your flavors.

4. Glow Inside and Out

This isn’t just about food—it’s about feeling amazing. Those greens? That fruit? They’re putting you in Formation. Your skin, your energy, your vibes—they’re all about to level up.

5. Lean on Your Hive

You don’t have to do this alone. Join Black plant-based communities or follow icons like Tabitha Brown. Your tribe is out there hyping you up.  Follow me on IG - @terishealthyways.

6. Progress, Not Perfection

It’s not about being flawless—it’s about being real. Slip-ups? They’re just a part of the journey. Keep moving, keep slaying, and remember your why.

Your plant-based journey is your power move, your glow-up, your time to shine. So step into your health era with joy, confidence, and a whole lot of flavor. You’re the queen of this kitchen and this life—now go run the world, one bite at a time. 🌟

Flavorful Tofu Scramble

This tofu scramble is bold, flavorful, and packed with all the goodness. Perfect for a Black queen stepping into her plant-based era! 🌟

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Ingredients

• 1 block extra-firm tofu (pressed to remove excess water)
• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup kale or collard greens, chopped
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 tsp turmeric (for color and flavor)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp black salt (or sea salt for a savory kick)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Optional: A splash of plant milk (for creaminess)

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Instructions

1. Prep Your Tofu: Crumble the pressed tofu into bite-sized pieces with your hands. Set aside.
2. Sauté the Veggies: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and red bell pepper, cooking until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
3. Add the Greens: Toss in the kale or collard greens and sauté until wilted.
4. Season the Tofu: Add the crumbled tofu to the skillet. Sprinkle in turmeric, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black salt, black pepper, and nutritional yeast. Stir well to coat.
5. Adjust Texture: If you prefer a creamier scramble, add a splash of plant milk and mix until it’s heated through.
6. Taste and Adjust: Check the seasoning and adjust salt or spices as needed.
7. Serve: Plate it up with avocado slices, toast, or a side of plantain for a soulful breakfast!

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Optional Additions

• Add vegan sausage crumbles for extra heartiness.
• Top with hot sauce for a spicy kick.

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Let’s Share the Love!

🔥 If you try this recipe, snap a pic and tag me on Instagram @TerisHealthyWays. I’d love to see how you’re bringing the flavor!

🌿 Freebie Alert: Download my exclusive guide, Plant-Based Living Made Easy, to elevate your journey. Here is the Link —don’t miss it!

💬 Spread the Joy: Know someone who’d love this recipe? Share it with them and let’s build a community that’s glowing and growing together! 💖

Let’s keep slaying, cooking, and thriving! 🌟✨

To your health,

Teri Sewell