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PLUS: A Dragon Fruit Smoothie Recipe
Live Well Now
September 13, 2023
Welcome To The Most Read Women’s Empowerment Newsletter!
Today On the Menu:
👩‍🎓 Today In Women’s History: Celebrating Margaret Chase Smith
đź’Ş Motivation: Remarkable Journey of Deepa Malik
🍎 The Health Corner: Dragon Fruit Smoothie To Try (Prep Time: 5 Mins)
PLUS: This Week’s Giveaway
Read Time: 3 Mins
On This Today In Women’s History:
September 13, 1948: Margaret Chase Smith was elected to Senate
Sen. Margaret Chase Smith, R-Maine, was elected to the Senate on this day in history, Sept. 13, 1948, becoming the first woman to serve in both houses of Congress.
A Remarkable Journey of Strength and Resilience | Deepa Malik
Deepa Malik, a Paralympic medalist, defied adversity at the age of 45.
Diagnosed with a spinal tumor in 1999, she faced three surgeries and paralysis waist down. Her indomitable spirit led her to sports, where she became unstoppable, winning 58 national and 18 international medals.
She's the first Indian woman to earn a Paralympic medal at the age of 45. She was previously honored with the Arjuna award in 2012, at the age of 42.
Deepa's incredible journey includes 3 surgeries, 183 stitches, and multiple roles as a swimmer, disability activist, entrepreneur, and biker.
Her journey is a beacon of hope for all, proving that with the right mindset, unwavering determination, and the courage to say "yes" to life, there are no limits to what can be achieved, no matter the age and circumstances. I hope this story brightens your day and motivates you!
Until tomorrow,
Live Well Now Team
Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.”
DRAGON FRUIT SMOOTHIE TO TRY
đź‘Ť Live Well Now Approved | Dairy Free | Vegan
You Will Need:
2 cup water
2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed, if possible)
4 banana , frozen (peel before freezing!)
4 100g packet of frozen dragon fruit (about 1/2 cup frozen puree)
2 cup frozen wild blueberries
1/2-inch piece of fresh ginger (or to taste)
4 large handful fresh baby spinach (optional; this will affect color)
Directions:
In a high-speed blender, add the water, OJ, banana, dragon fruit, blueberries, ginger, and spinach, if using. Blend until very smooth, then serve right away.
Cook Time: 5mins | Servings: 1
Calories: 263 cals | 3g Protein | 63g Carbs | 0g Fats
THIS WEEK’S GIVEAWAY
This week we will be giving away a Stanley Cup to one of our US based readers. To qualify, all you need to do is stay engaged as a dedicated reader of our newsletter. It's as simple as that!
The lucky winner for this week's prize will be revealed at the end of the week. Stay tuned!
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Empowering Women Over 40 since 2020