Happy Friday Eve Suga Fam! Make it a Staycay and Enjoy the Long Weekend!

Jakes at Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
Missed me on Mello?

Want to Enjoy Easter, but stay on your Fitness Mission?

Easter Brunch or Dinner can feel just as special at home as they would at a restaurant with a little planning and prep.

Try these Dishes in the Kitchen:

1. DEVILED EGGS
An Easter classic. Great brunch side or appetizer.

Use hot or mild pepper sauce, try dill or a sweet pickle relish, use fat-dree mayo and add a sprinkle of fresh Chives for more flavor.

2. Not a Deviled eggs fan? Try SPINACH AND MUSHROOM QUICHE or one of my faves, a CALLALOO FRITTATA.

Ensure you use unsweetened Almond milk and a low fat cheese such as a part skim mozzarella.

Photo: The Kichn

3. VEGGIE SIDES

Take advantage of seasonal flavors and root vegetables to add colour nutritional value to your Easter table. Root vegetables include carrots, parsnips, beets, red onion and sweet potato.

4. CORIANDER AND LEMON CRUSTED SALMON with Asparagus Salad and Poached Egg

5. CARROT CAKE OR YOUR OWN VEGETARIAN EASTER BUN!

Use whole-wheat or spelt  flour (hulled, purer wheat), Unsweetened Almond milk, Cinnamon and Agave to sweeten instead of sugar.

If you aren’t Vegetarian, please also cook or bake with Olive oil or Vegetable oil, not Coconut oil. We will leave that debate for after Easter. 🙂

Have a Happy, Holy and Restful Easter.
Remember Balance is key.

Check out Things to Do In Kingston this Weekend here:


XoXo,
Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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TGIF! In the Spirit of Champs Week, 5 Ways to Get Kids Excited About Fitness!

… And Yes, those are my Active, Sporty Niecipoos with their Uncle Canibus!

Did You Miss Get Fit Tips with Gabby on MELLOFM88 ? Thanks HEART Foundation Jamaica and Partners for Sponsoring!

1. MAKE IT FUN
Try to incorporate what kids like into their fitness routine. If they love dancing, consider taking them to dance class, or if they like to splash around in water, take them to swimming lessons.

2. SET GOALS AND CELEBRATE ACHIEVEMENT
Make the goals realistic and achievable.
E.g. Completing a certain number of laps around the track. Give them something to work towards and provide a reward such as, a special outing or a small treat.

3. BE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL
Parents play a crucial role in shaping a child’s attitude towards fitness.
Parents should prioritize their own fitness and let their children see that. Show enthusiasm and commitment.
Go for a run together. This also strengthens your bond and creates memories.

4. ENCOURAGE VARIETY
Kids get bored easily, so try to keep them engaged and excited about fitness, Sometimes you may have to try new sports with them and develop their range of skills and interest.
Martial Arts is a good one that also encourages a different level of focus and discipline.

5. CREATE A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT
Offer praise, encouragement and guidance. Also be patient and understanding when they face challenges.
Teach them that perseverance and effort are just as important as success.

***BONUS***
Watch ISSA Sports CHAMPS and let them be motivated!

Book your Nutrition Consult or Fitness sessions for 2024!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)

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Eat Well, Drink Well at DLE Cafe in Fairview Town Centre, Montego Bay!

Had a quick pass through Montego Bay last Wednesday and I kept it healthy, finally getting to stop by DLE Cafe (Ig: @dlecafe)!

Check out a clip from my visit here:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C34-BseuSt1/?igsh=YnNhN2ljc3B4cmU0

As you enter, you will see a sign showing that basically Good Food takes Time. Definitely freshly made, cooked to order. So if hungry, call ahead. They have THE widest range of healthy options.

Quite a clean, cosy atmosphere with a handful of in and out diners. I observed that most persons picked up their orders and the staff were polite and professional.

I had the Bad Ass Black Bean Burger with their own signature dressing in a Sprouted Spelt Burger Bun (J$2000);
Baked Sweet Potato Fries that were air-fried and tossed in Cinnamon and Paprika (J$700);
Immune Booster Smoothie with Spinach, Kale, Celery, Lime/Lemon Juice, Ginger and Ginger (J$950)

Hubby had the Chicken Fettuccine (whole wheat) in Pesto Scotchy White Wine topped off with parmesan cheese (J$2800).

Great flavours with a touch of spicy and we left feeling full and satisfied.

Invest in your well being. If in Montego Bay, Eat Well and Drink Well at DLE Cafe.

DLE Cafe

Location: Shop #4, Unit 11. Fairview Town Centre, Montego Bay

Ph: +1 876-347-9500

Email: [email protected]

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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SUGA is Back on Jamaica Stock Exchange’s Let’s Talk Stocks Today!

Did You Miss It?!

WATCH SUGA is back on Jamaica Stock Exchange’s CBX CENTV Let’s Talk Stocks! 9.2. 24 here:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=eEkxxUY0PYA&feature=shared

Neilson Rose and I spoke about Suga Lifestyle’s plans for this Calender year!

We were on Jamaica Stock Exchange’s CBX CENTV Live Channel on http://Jamstockex.com, Digicel 28 or Flow 143 for Let’s Talk Stocks at 2:22pm if you wish to scroll back your stations.

Of course we also spoke about our Family-Friendly V-Day Pop-Up at The Liguanea New Kingston’s Outer Member’s Lounge that is TOMORROW, FEBRUARY 10 from 11AM-5PM!

Remember 2 Yutes Catering nor Intricate Designs will be there, BUT 21 other Local businesses will be there with
Male & Female Fragrances, Apparel including Lingerie, Accessories, Home Accents & Games, Personal Care, Boozy Cocktail mixes & Popsicles from Ladybee Mixology, the Best Coffee Beyond Compare from JABLUM and of course, the Best of the Sweet Stuff.

Enjoy!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Caffeinated from PRESS and Ready to Be about it with My Kehs Kenitra Gabi Bag

A customized twofer from PRESS Cafe in Ardenne Emirates on Ardenne Road!

A firm end Power Shake for Breakfast (no peanut butter) with an added shot of Espresso.

Have a Powerful and Fit Day!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Happy Monday! Remember, Creativity takes Courage. What is Suga Lifestyle?

Love What You Do and Keep Doing It.

SUGA LIFESTYLE provides a cocktail of services that facilitates promoting local businesses and entrepreneurs, focusing on the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Sector via Pop-Ups and Expos.

We conduct Fitness Training, Nutrition Sessions and Seminars via Fit Happens with Gabby (Ig: @fithappenswithgabby), and produce Paintings and decor for sale of Art via GW Art (Ig: @gwartbygabby).

At the heart of these services, one of the main ingredients is to provide a wholistic approach to bringing awareness, to uplift and elevate one’s peace of mind, hence enabling these services under one umbrella.

XoXo, Suga

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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“The Best Snacks for Weight Loss” with Me on MelloFM88!


Eating a snack between meals helps curb hunger so that you take time to eat your Lunch and Dinner and you feel fine with the portions. Snacking can also help you get in all the nutrients you need.

It helps to have healthy snack options on hand so that you’re prepared when hunger strikes. Many of these weight-loss snacks are also great on-the-go snack options.

  1. NUTS
    Has healthy fats and they are full of fibre.
    If maintaing weight, Almonds are fine, but Peanuts are recommend for persons with weight loss goals.
    Add dried fruit to make it fun.
  2. GRAPEFRUIT
    It satisfies and has strong antioxidants. Delivers 100% of Women’s Vitamin C needs for the day.
    ***If on medication, clear with Doctor first.
  3. POPCORN
    High in fibre with some protein too.
    No butter it light butter. Ensure it is 5% or less in sat fat with 0% cholesterol and you’re good to go.
  4. YOGURT
    Provides Calcium and Fiber. It can fill even more Nutritional gaps by adding Fruits. Therefore choose plain Yogurt, not flavoured Yogurt.
  5. Chocolate, BUT DARK CHOCOLATE
    Losing weight doesn’t mean giving up the foods you love. Giving yourself little treats may be the secret to successfully managing your weight. Completely avoiding the foods you enjoy may end cause overeating just to feel satisfied, 

BONUS
GRAPES – High in natural sugar
A cup of Grapes is 100 caloreies
Pairing with low-fat Cheese makes a fantastic snack as well.

STAY ON TRACK THROUGH 2023 WITH ME!
Book your Nutrition Consult or Fitness sessions on sugalifestyle.com.

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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Did You Miss Exercises that can naturally Increase your Testosterone with Gabby on MelloFM88?!

For Men and Women! Especially after Menopause.

Testosterone is needed in order to boost energy, build muscle, improve sex drive or just feel better.

The following Exercises are Recommended:

1. HEAVY SQUATS
Build Lower Muscle Mass while stimulating Testosterone
Remember, Knees behind Toes!

2. DEADLIFTS
Works Core, Lower Back muscles, Glutes and Hamstrings. Increases releases of Testosterone and Growth Hormone for Muscle Growth & Strength.

3. STANDING MILITARY PRESS
Increases natural Testosterone levels, focusing on Shoulder muscles.
Ensure arms fully extended with barbell over head.

4. BENCH PRESS
Works Chest and Shoulders, 2 muscle groups heavily involved in increasing Testosterone.

5. BARBELL CURLS
Biceps! Builds Arm Muscles and of course stimulates Testosterone production. Core muscles are engaged too.

***BONUS***
If an exercise feels too easy, try adding weights.

GET BACK ON TRACK THROUGH 2023 WITH ME!

Sign up for a Nutrition Consultation with ME, Suga Lifestyle’s Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist, Gabby today using LINK Below:

https://sugalifestyle.com/personal-training/0

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)

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Did You Miss Suga on ‘FRIDAY ENGAGE’ on LOVE101FM Giving Customer Service Tips?

Here is the LINK for FULL LOVE101FM JAMAICA INTERVIEW that was streamed to LOVE101FM’s YouTube Channel:

Watch “FRIDAY ENGAGE” on YouTube here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/4Kdqzd6jknw?feature=share

Victor and Ronella were so much fun! They definitely gave me the chance to address so many issues and give lots of tips. Let me full your belly for Lunch Time Today 🙂

NEW Reviews coming up from places with Good Customer Service! Hope they keep it up!

Thanks for Engaging Suga!
***Past Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards Judge
Past People’s Choice Jamaica Gleaner Restaurant Week Ambassador***

Check out the Blog on our website http://sugalifestyle.com with Past Restaurant Ratings and Reviews
Plug in YOUR City in the Search bar and find somewhere to dine!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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So Excited Karfitwear Returns to Suga Lifestyle’s Emancipation Pop-Up!

A few weeks ago, Boss Queen Karene went from the airport straight to work, connecting with new vendors, testing the quality and seeing new arrivals.

Are you ready to Shop Karfitwear (Ig: @karfitwear) ‘s Summer Edition?! I am!

Shop over 20 Selected Local Businesses at Suga Lifestyle’s Emancipation Pop-Up, which returns to at The Liguanea Club on SATURDAY, JULY 29 from 11AM – 5PM!

Summer Apparel & Accessories, Handcrafted Bags, Art, Crafts & Pots, Plants, Personal Care, Eyewear for Adults + Kids, Back to School Stationery, Jamaican Puzzles, Pastries & Desserts, Teas, Snacks & Cocktails + GIVEAWAYS will be there too !

Stay tuned to meet more Suga Artisans!

By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle)

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