Many people have a complicated relationship with food, for different reasons – concerns about health and physical appearance, and feelings and memories associated with food. However, where you stand in regard to food is not always clear. Finding out where you stand is the first step towards a healthier, more fulfilling relationship with food. Friend […]
You’ve probably heard the saying “you are what you eat”. It is also true that you are what you drink. And unfortunately what we drink is often unhealthy, full of chemicals and has enough sugar to cause an addiction. Depending on where you live, it can be called soda, pop, coke or soft drink. Whatever […]
Spring Greens Smoothie INGREDIENTS 1 cup coconut water or water 1 large handful spinach or kale ½ banana ½ cup frozen blueberries dash of cinnamon Blend and enjoy! Pancakes with Rhubarb Compote INGREDIENTS 3 bananas 2 eggs ½ cup almond butter 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla dash of sea salt 1 tablespoon coconut oil […]
An estimated 45 million Americans will go on a diet this year. Yet nearly two-thirds of us are overweight. But what if there was another way? What if you could ditch the diets and still achieve your goals? I’m not talking about some crazy fad diet or unscientific “hack.” I’m talking about developing a nutritional […]
Many of us are concerned about our mental health as we spend more time in our homes and limit social interactions. The good news is you can use food to nourish yourself and keep yourself happy, healthy, and sane! Eat a healthy diet regularly. Your body can’t perform at its peak if you deny yourself […]
Sweet Potato Toast w/Avocado Ingredients for 2 meals 1 Avocado 1 tsp Lemon peel (zest) (optional) 1 pinch Sea salt 1 medium sweet potato Instructions: Slice sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices. Add to the toaster-oven (or regular oven) cook the sweet potato toast on 375-400 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Remove skin from avocado […]
As an important part of human well-being, food can lift your mood, or it can make you feel sleepy, bloated, heavy, without energy, etc. Also, research has shown that certain foods can help you sleep better and improve the overall health of your brain. So, which foods should you choose? Let’s find out which ten […]
I don’t know about you but I’ve been struggling for new recipes. The pandemic has had me cooking more at home than ever before. Here are some recipes for you to try. All of them are healthy and gluten free! Vegetable Frittata 4 medium Eggs 1 tbsp Parsley, fresh 1/2 tsp Oregano, dried 1 dash […]
Ginger Toasted Millet with Blackberry Chia Sauce INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup millet ½ cups unsweetened almond milk 2 teaspoons coconut oil ¼ teaspoon nutmeg ¼ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ teaspoon cinnamon dash of salt In a saucepan, heat the coconut oil on medium heat. Add the millet and spices and stir to coat. Cook for 5 […]
Your body is like a machine with many parts working together to make that machine run smoothly. Your brain is the central part of your machine. It’s only 2% of your body weight, but it uses over 20% of your body’s energy. While it may carry out millions of tasks each day to keep your […]
When was the last time you went on a picnic? Picking up at the drive through and eating in your car doesn’t count. It had been years since I went on a real picnic. A lot has changed in my life since that last time. I admit I had forgotten what it felt like…. It […]
There are critics out there that believe those who mainly eat foods derived from plants are somehow nutritionally deficient. Yet, the truth is that research shows that many nutrients can be found only in plant-based foods. John D. Grant states in his research that, “[All] vegan, vegetarian and low-meat diets are associated with statistically significant […]