If this is your first experience with the Total Health Makeover® you may be wondering where to begin. Many people begin with one of my books and that's an excellent way to start. Others have seen or heard me discussing the program on television or radio. That is also a good way to begin.
But what if you've heard good things about "Marilu's program" but you don't know anything at all about the specifics? Well, that's why this website is here. This is your place to get more information - and the very best support from my coaches. Are you ready for your total health makeover?
Before I learned of THM in 1998, I was the type of person who needed a pot of coffee to be brewing before I could muster the energy to get out of bed. .... read more
Growing up I never really had a weight problem. I ate a lot but was so active that I never gained weight... until I got married five years ago. Inacti .... read more
Curious about what you can eat as a vegan?
Looking for something completely different?
Want a bunch of new recipes?
Join Marilu.com and take the ALL NEW Viva La Vegan class, starting Monday, July 6! Mother-daughter coaches Jan and Kyra will share their favorite animal-free recipes in a supportive and encouraging environment.
There is no commitment to becoming vegan. You may want to challenge yourself to try one vegan recipe a day, or one vegan meal a day. Or not. You may just want to learn the benefits of vegan eating, for further thought. That’s cool, too.
C’mon and try it!
Members are automatically enrolled in class. Not a member? Join now, so you don’t miss a thing.
Have a picnic * even if you eat in the backyard, pack your meal in a basket and put out a blanket to sit on
Camp out * state parks are a bargain, and the backyard is free - sing around the campfire, catch fireflies, tell ghost stories, play flashlight tag
Visit a historical site or monument * learn a little about our nation’s history
Gather family and friends for some games * frisbee, croquet, wakeboarding, bocce ball, badminton, softball, surfing, volleyball, horseshoes, shuffleboard, hopscotch, basketball, waterskiing, tag … and more!
See a parade - or walk in one * community fun at its finest
Take a hike * enjoy a small part of the country
Take a road trip * see the U.S.A., even if you don’t drive a Chevrolet
Hear a band * get dancing at a music festival, or tune in to the (classic) Boston Pops concert
Are you looking for something to toss on the grill this weekend? How about a THM-friendly option?
barbecued chicken (or baked)
tuna burgers
Portobello burgers (see below)
chicken sausages (favorite brands are Applegate Farms and Trader Joe’s - just check the label for ingredients; some contain cheese or use pork casing)
bean burgers (see below)
soy burgers (favorite brands are Amy’s and Morningstar - check the label since some contain dairy)
fish (salmon is delish)
Portobello Burger Dijonay Serves 1 * Blue
1 Portobello mushroom cap
1 whole-grain bun
1-2 leaves romaine or other lettuce
1-2 slices tomato
1 teaspoon Nayonnaise or Vegenaise
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon capers
In a small bowl, mix together the Nayonnaise or Vegenaise, the Dijon mustard, and the capers. Gently clean a Portobello mushroom cap with a damp cloth, and cut the stem even with the bottom of the cap. Grill the mushroom cap approximately 3 minutes on each side. Serve on a whole-grain bun with lettuce, tomato, and Dijonay sauce.
Tex-Mex Burgers
From SusanMikYUM at www.Marilu.com Serves 4 * Green
16 oz. can black beans, drained (reserve liquid)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped pepper (red bell for mild, jalapeño for a spicier burger)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (use less if you do not like spicy)
2-3 Tablespoons tahini, or one egg
1 cup whole-grain bread crumbs
2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro
Olive oil for frying
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup guacamole
4 whole-grain buns
Mash all ingredients together. If the mixture is too dry, add some of the liquid you saved when draining the beans. Fry 3 minutes on each side in a small amount of olive oil, or grill carefully. Serve with salsa and guacamole on a whole-grain bun.
Recipes courtesy of Marilu Henner.
More recipes are available when you become a member. Get vegan recipes starting next week in the Viva La Vegan class!
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Thanks Michael Jackson, for so many decades of making music for dancing.
There are very few government restrictions on what ingredients can go into your makeup, shampoo, and other beauty products. As a result, some pretty dangerous stuff ends up next to your skin every day. Skin Deep can help - it’s an online safety guide to cosmetics and personal care products.
The site is easy to use - type a product, company, or ingredient into the search field and you’ll get a list of matching entries. The safety rankings are numbered and color-coded. You can click on an entry to see details - don’t forget to scroll down.
There’s a lot of info on this site. Not all of it is fun to read - we’re going to have to reconsider some of our favorite products after seeing them associated with health risks we’re not willing to take for beauty. We’re still a little sad about that. But we know we’ll be happier in the long run.
Skin Deep is a product of the Environmental Working Group, which has an email list. It’s a good way to stay informed about all kinds of environmental toxins.
While checking out your image in the mirror today, take a good look at your teeth.
Are they as white as they should be? Look healthier with a bright smile. If your teeth could use a little brightening, call your dentist and make an appointment to have your teeth whitened. There are many different products and techniques available, so find one that works best for you.
There’s no exercise more convenient than walking. No special equipment is required beyond good shoes. There are no membership fees. And almost everyone can walk - you can choose your pace and your distance to match your ability.
Try not to walk hunched over. Think of a helium balloon holding up your head and shoulders, and helping you move forward.
Don’t look at the ground - look out above the horizon. Looking down drags your posture down, but looking above the horizon keeps your body at the best angle for walking.
If you swing your arms, you’ll get a better workout. Try nordic walking (walking with poles - they look kind of like ski poles) to tone your upper arms and shoulders. Or just bend your elbows while moving your arms to increase your speed automatically.
Marilu Henner is a well-known actress and the author of New York Times and national bestselling books, Marilu Henner's Total Health Makeover and The 30-Day Total Health Makeover, I Refuse to Raise a Brat, Healthy Life Kitchen, Healthy Kids, Healthy Holidays, Wear Your Life Well, and By All Means Keep on Moving. For more than twenty years she has championed a vigorous, healthy lifestyle and has inspired millions of people along the way. Read More
