Creamy Fennel & Thyme Soup {Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan} “I have a lot of goals in life, but in regards to my food & diet, one of my goals is to eat a WIDE variety of plant foods. I believe they are all medicinal although we don’t always have the research to prove it. Yet. Anyway, …
The Power of the Subconscious Mind to Heal You… Did you know that you have a powerful force within you better than any medication or supplement? Too often we fall victim to the idea that we are prone to illness or that we will always be sick. We may believe that we have no control over how our bodies…
“Are you looking for a quick and easy breakfast to make for a crowd? And BTW – is healthy AND paleo AND Whole30 friendly? This vegetable frittata is sure to please. It sounds and looks fancy, but it’s so easy to make. Trust me! I’ve always been intimidated with the frittata, and was nervous to…
“I love salmon. I also love pesto which makes this wild salmon with basil pesto a recipe to come back to over and over again. I personally make a dairy-free basil version that is still packed with flavor. You can enjoy the pesto on ANY fish really making it really versatile.” via Shirley Plant at…
I love this delicious gluten-free Organic Sunflower Butter Muffin recipe from Forbes Nutritional Consulting! Even for the picky eaters, this is sure to be a big hit! Enjoy! Sunflower butter, also known as sunflower seed butter or sunbutter, is a food paste made from the oil of sunflower seeds. Sunflower butter contains a great amount…
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Coconut Chai Tea This delicious and comforting Coconut Chai Tea is packed with antioxidants like decaf black tea, clove, cinnamon and black pepper. Combined with cardamom and coconut milk for digestive support. And xylitol has been shown to help improve dental health and combat Candida/yeast overgrowth in the digestive tract. {via Jamie Ward at My…
We are all programed to like sugar but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to overcome your sugar addiction!
YUM Strawberry Jelly Because of the use of low-glycemic sugar-free sweetening, combined with the naturally low carbohydrate density of strawberries, this delectable dessert is diabetic-friendly! The test kitchens said it all about this recipe: “Loved it. Can’t wait to make it again.” “Easy peasy… Perfect as-is.” “ My young daughter loved it and I love…
Make this as a creamsicle smoothie to enjoy right away, or freeze in freezer pop forms and enjoy on a hot day. Adjust to your desired of tartness or sweetness. Dairy free, soy free, and still creamier than can be. Full of healthy fats, without any added sugar. Creamy, nourishing, and lip-smacking lime-y. Give your…
Seven Reasons a Brain Injury Can Destroy Your Gut According to the CDC, incidence of hospital visits for traumatic brain injury have increased over the past decade. It is one of the leading causes of disability world-wide. You may know that the gut and brain are intricately connected but did you know that many people who experience…
Dr. Em’s Nutrient Packed Salad with Quick Homemade Lemon Vinaigrette “I came up with this salad over the years of trying different homemade dressings and versions of ingredients, and this is my latest favorite!! I usually have these ingredients in the fridge, or close to it and can always throw it together quickly. Feel free…
“These tangy roasted beets go perfectly on top of an arugula salad…just add some slivered almonds, crumbled goat cheese and a balsamic vinaigrette!” Thank you Nutrition by Erin for sharing this wonderful recipe with us! History of Beetroot: The beetroot is the taproot portion of the beet plant, usually known in North America as the beet, also…
Try this healthy and delicious Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Veggies recipe from Megan Forbes at Forbes Nutritional Consulting. Your family will love it! Enjoy! (source) History of the Sweet Potato The origin and domestication of sweet potato is thought to be in either Central America or South America. In Central America, sweet potatoes were domesticated…
“I know. It sounds AWFUL. I saw a post for raw spinach soup and how nutritious it was but it took me MONTHS to actually try it. It was okay. I’d eat it again. But, I like my new & improved version a lot better. I PROMISE if you try this, you will like it. …
“Cooking is all about creativity. Something I taught myself on my journey of 10 years of chronic illness was to include my creativity in my life- especially my food! While everyone else was out drinking beer and eating pizza (which I couldn’t do) I made my life extra special by using ingredients such as tahini,…
Does tired not even begin to explain how exhausted you feel every day? Are you suffering from unrelenting fatigue that interferes with your ability to get through the day? Can a tooth infection cause you to feel tired? Perhaps you’ve even tried seeking help from your doctor and still aren’t getting any answers. If this…
Chocolatey, creamy, and sweet without sugar. Use a good blender, or cut this recipe in half and use an immersion blender for a large single serving or two kid sized servings. Healthy fats, protein, antioxidants, minerals in this make it a strong snack or starter for before school. The sunflower butter is a hearty addition…
This may not be the quickest salad to assemble, but it’s easy enough to prepare and keeps well (in fact, it gets better after a day or two in the fridge as the flavors deepen), so it’s worth the time investment. Quinoa and lentils combine to provide complete protein as well as antioxidants and healthy fiber. The vegetables…
As long as you’ve planned ahead and obtained all the necessary ingredients, this chunky, Thai-inspired dish is the simplest soup you’ll ever make, and will come together in less than 30 minutes. Boasting six vegetables and four herbs, it provides a wealth of anti-inflammatory, cancer-protective and nutrients, and such gustatory pleasure you’ll forget you’re on a diet. Lastly,…