We caught up with holistic chiropractor Dr. Christy Garner over green juice in her kitchen – the place where all the magic happens. Complete with a full line of tinctures, jars filled with rare tonic herbs, and fresh-picked produce from her garden, her kitchen could be where health enthusiasts die and go to heaven. Christy has managed to create a haven amidst the busy Los Angeles city noise, where the sounds of chanting monks ring in the background, and gemstones and Buddhist sculptures adorn every corner and niche.
Her glowing physique, and peaceful energy make it clear that she is certainly living well, which is why we wanted to know the ins and outs of what makes it all possible. Find out what’s on her plate, in her Vitamix and on her mind…
My daily supplements:
This depends on what my body needs, but I always take Premier Research Labs Daily One, chlorella, DHA, AdrenaVen, NZ Red (deer antler) and 22 Reishi, Albissia, Reishi Spore Oil, and Shaolin Inner Power eeTee
Can't live without my:
Yoga and meditation.
Daily breakfast:
Superfood smoothie (I make mine chocolate, strawberry or pineapple coconut).
5 things always in my medicine cabinet:
Oregano oil, hydrogen peroxide, castor oil, Soothanol
Fave workout:
Peak and sprint workout.
Once a week for my health I:
Study humanology with Guru Singh.
On tap: how do you drink water?
I drink Mountain Valley spring water.
Best fast food option:
Veggie Grill’s All Hail Kale salad.
Best healthy restaurant tip:
Thai restaurants because they have tons of healthy vegan and vegetarian options.
At least once a week I cook:
Chinese kale and cabbage stir-fry with garbanzo beans.
If I could give just one piece of health advice it would be...
Embrace your joy!
Reading list:
The Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton and Conversations with God by Neale Donald Walsch.
Go-to health resources:
Natural News, Mercola, and Smart Medicine for Healthier Children.
Crazy health idea that actually works:
Soak feet in egg whites to break a fever.
My food philosophy in one sentence:
Eat and enjoy nutrient-dense, real food.
Non-negotiable:
Giving my husband a kiss before bed.
Simplest way to improve health:
Crowd out unhealthy habits with lots of water and veggies.
Fave healthy getaway:
My backyard – touching the earth reduces stress.
My current mantra:
I am joy, brilliance, and abundance with ease.
My health passion:
Finding the simplest things that make the biggest difference.
Health trend to skip:
Extreme anything!
My go-to juice or smoothie:
Green lemonade.
Green Lemonade
Serves 1
Ingredients:
2 heads of romaine lettuce
3 stalks of kale
2 lemons
1 apple
small piece of ginger
Directions:
Run all ingredients through a juicer and enjoy!
