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Omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFA’s) are essential and healthy nutrients – they help regulate blood clotting, reduce inflammation, build cell membranes and support overall cellular health. The body can’t synthesize these so it has to come from our diet. Essential Omega-3 nutrients can be found in animal products such as fish oil, grass-fed meats, eggs, and dairy products BUT you can also source them through plant-based foods.
No matter where you live, artificial snowballs will make for a fun and whimsical addition to your Christmas decor and can even be displayed beyond the holidays. A few days ago I got to spend the day with a special girlfriend of mine, Leesa. It is always a real treat for… read more »
Here is a brief list of staples for your pantry that can be quite useful to have on hand. You don’t need to start off with or even stock all of them, but hopefully, this will give you some good ideas.
You may need to look in a few places, depending on what your town has to offer; try your local grocery store, health food store, co-op, and online. Price compare and look for the best quality that you can afford! A whole food diet plan is really as simple as keeping on top of your kitchen stock so that there is always something to eat that is full of the best nutrition ever!
When you are creating in the kitchen, every dish we make is inspired by flavor. When we truly understand the essence of our ingredients, and what comprises their function and taste, the more successful our dishes will be. Pairing for Success Knowing how to pair spices along with fresh, whole foods… read more »
Heading to the grocery store will help you save time, money, reduce stress, and helps with meal planning. Never underestimate the power of being prepared and organized!
Deviled eggs. They were always a major hit at our family gatherings. They, of course, they were never the star of the food buffet but were always devoured within minutes. Grandma was the one who conducted the list of dishes needed for the major holiday gatherings. It was like a… read more »
Around our house, hot chocolate is a real treat. As much as I enjoy it, I don’t seem to make it all that much. Hmm. I think it boiled down to convenience? To figure out if it was psychology that was getting in my way, I decided to create some… read more »
Ever have one of those days where you just can’t handle one more thing on your plate? Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Low energy? Is there a rain cloud over your head… if any of these symptoms speak out to you, this dessert is something that you must keep on hand. Just… read more »
A recipe is like a map, and we need to know how to read it, or we won’t end up at the final destination. If you are new to preparing food, or you are following the work of a new chef (recipe developer) you should always (at first) follow a recipe closely. If you are an experienced cook, you can substitute ingredients and even change the proportions a bit. But too much change can cause problems in texture, flavor, and the total outcome.
~ raw, gluten-free, vegan ~ This recipe was inspired by my Raw Honey Oat Bread that I created many years ago. I increased the measurements, omitted the Italian seasoning, replacing it with cinnamon, and changed up the flours I used. The result was perfecto’. You do not have to knead this bread, but trust… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This recipe will add a different splash of color to your Sunday morning brunch menu. Rather than the standard yellow yokes that are usually piped into egg whites, I decided to mix things up and use guacamole. Avocados, much like bananas, mature on the tree but… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ What I truly appreciate about cake doughnuts is that they stray towards the drier end of the spectrum because it makes them perfect to enjoy with a cup of coffee, tea or “milk.” These double chocolate cake doughnuts are carefully hand-dipped in a rich, creamy… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ If you were blindfolded and asked to take a bite of this doughnut, you might struggle to pinpoint a distinctive flavor. There is no strong, overwhelming taste… instead, there is just a subtle sweetness and a warm mingling aftertaste of apple, clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon… it’s like… read more »
I don’t know if you feel the same way, but I love traditions. I am not referring to routines which are totally different. Today, I will be opening up my heart to share one of the holiday traditions that Bob and I are creating.
This year, Bob and I decided that we are going wrapping-paper-less! Every Christmas, after gifts are opened, we find ourselves lost in a mountain of torn, crumpled, wrapping paper. It almost gets to the point of playing Marco Polo just to find one another. Funny but sad. So….. We are wrapping our… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This is a really simple recipe to throw together. If you just need a quick “pick-me-up” between meals or a quick, easy and nutritious dessert, this recipe will satisfy you! Miracle Seeds Chia seeds are little miracle seeds. How they can pack so much… read more »
It’s time to do a little spring cleaning. Your house may need it, but so does your body. For detoxing purposes, apple juice is fantastic for cleansing the colon and known to be a natural remedy for constipation. The high pectin content and mineral salts have a powerful laxative effect.… read more »
This year, why not get into the spirit of making mouth-watering gifts from simple, wholesome ingredients for your loved ones?! Not only are you giving the gift of health, but you are also giving a labor of love gift. Making homemade edible gifts is not only fun, but you can… read more »
I really love my liver. I mean who couldn’t love that three-pound, size of a football, organ that is nestled in our upper rib cavity? It handles over five-hundred functions in the body which include breaking down or converting substances, extracting energy, and removing toxins from the bloodstream. It stores… read more »
This year I created a Dress Form Christmas Tree. My inspiration came from my little sister who sent me a photo of one and said, “You must make one of these!” I agreed. It was right up my alley. I did a little research to see how they were made… read more »
If you need a white, fine, raw almond flour… this is the next best thing to what you find commercially made. As you may or may not be aware, the almond pulp is the by-product of making nut milk. You can’t purchase almond pulp at a store… Yet. I am… read more »
Eating out whether it be at a friends house, a picnic, a potluck, or at a restaurant can be very overwhelming when you are trying to eat healthily. Do you ever find yourself staring at a menu, surrounded by friends and family who are all excitedly selecting foods left and right… overjoyed with all their options? And yet, there you sit… staring so hard at the menu that the words and photos just slip off the pages.
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I managed to get my hands on some plump, juicy, and organic blueberries and I couldn’t wait to get in the kitchen and start playing around with some new recipes. I love making these chia chews. My mouth is always in search of different… read more »
If you don’t want to be “bothered” by mouth-watering photos… you can view the Ingredient Directory List in a list view. This list alphabetical for ease of finding a particular ingredient. If you don’t have time to scroll down the list, type the name of the item you are looking… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This “vegan breakfast milkshake” will help you jumpstart your day. Filled with creamy goodness, it feels indulgent and comes along with a whole lot of nutrition. Based on a creamy almond/coconut milk, which creates a perfect foundation for frosty strawberries and chia seeds. This truly feels like an indulgent treat… read more »