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Complete deprivation only works for so long and today we are fortunate to be surrounded by healthier alternatives to all the junky foods we used to love. Celebrate your holiday season with these lovely, guilt free, superfood orbs!This years proceeds will help fund my daughter’s trip to Costa Rica where she will study permaculture and […]
Continue ReadingCreamy Cauliflower Mash: 4 servings INGREDIENTS 4 c. cauliflower 1 c. coconut milk 1/2 – 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 – 1 tsp onion powder Salt and pepper taste INSTRUCTIONS Steam or boil cauliflower until soft. Process it in a food processor with the remaining ingredients until smooth. Coconut Crusted Chicken Bites: 4 servings INGREDIENTS […]
Continue ReadingAs with the other gluten free grains that have been mentioned on this blog, millet too should be properly (traditionally) prepared in order to A) get the full spectrum of nutrients it has to offer, and B) prevent the protective coating called “lectin” from irritating your intestinal lining. Pretty much all grains have some sort of […]
Continue Reading[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Chef Karen, my sister-in-law is a really excellent chef. She has gifted us with these recipes that she made up while on her last detox program. You can learn more about Karen’s Crafty Kitchen Adventures here. She will soon be adding adult classes too! Ratatouille – Prep veggies. Everything in big, larger than bite-size pieces. […]
Continue ReadingThis porridge is an excellent source of protein (Quinoa is actually a complete protein). It’s very high in fiber, has a lot of antioxidants, and is also a good source of many of the minerals people are regularly depleted in such as Magnesium, Potassium, & Zinc…it’s also high in Iron. It’s best if you soak […]
Continue Reading[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] 1/2 of medium jicama 1 avocado 1 lg. mango 1 red bell pepper (2 small) 1 broccoli stock w/ skin and base removed 2-3 small tomatoes 1 cup chopped cilantro 2-3 Tbs. chopped red onion 3 Tbs. green onion 1 – 2 handfuls of pumpkin seeds (pepitas) toasted 1 lime juiced 1 tsp. chili […]
Continue Reading[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cinnamon Apple & Pear Amaranth Porridge is a perfect fall flavored, hearty and nutrient dense porridge to make in the cooler months. Remember to soak your amaranth overnight if possible. Recipe by : McKel Hill, MS, RD, LDN Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 30 mins Serves: 1 A healthier version of grits using amaranth and […]
Continue Reading[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This salad is very easy to make. Be sure not to over steam the asparagus, they should have crispness or be al dente’. When you remove from the steamer, toss them in ice water to “shock” them. This will help maintain green color and crispness. Ingredients: 1 cup […]
Continue ReadingDetoxification is a core pillar that is important to address in any health challenge including weight loss. Cleansing will reduce inflammation in your body and allow deep healing to take place. Additionally, if we are looking for optimal health, or even good health, there really is no substitution for it. Cleansing is a very natural process. […]
Continue ReadingWell, of course we have to start off by saying you “shouldn’t” get carried away indulging in the holiday feasts. We are human though and often that isn’t something that we want to think about this time of year. We have new years resolutions coming up for goodness sakes right? So, this is one way to […]
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