If you have ever been in one of my programs, classes, or food demo’s, it is probable I have spoken of my sweet tooth. I am an admitted sugar addict, and my passion for creating “healthy” desserts leads me into the kitchen all hours of the day or night! With nuts, dates, coconut,various superfood powders, […]
Read MoreDecember Recipe!
Vegetable Quinoa Stuffed Red Kuri Squash Ingredients: 1 Large Red Kuri Squash 2 Cups Cooked Quinoa 1 teaspoon Sea Salt 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper 1 Cup Fresh Beets, peeled and diced (approx. 4 medium-sized beets) 2 Tablespoons Fresh Oregano, finely chopped 3 Tablespoons Coconut Oil, divided 1/2 Cup Red Onion, diced small 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric 2 [&h...
Read MoreMinty Green Power Salad
Ingredients: Dressing: 1 Tablespoon & 1 teaspoon Mint, chopped 1 Tablespoon & 1 teaspoon Basil, chopped 1 Tablespoon & 1 teaspoon Parsley, chopped 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar 1 1/2 Tablespoon Lemon Juice 3 Tablespoons Safflower Oil 6 Tablespoons Water 4 Tablespoons Water 2 teaspoons Raw Honey Salt and Pepper to taste Salad: Pea Sh...
Read More5 Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
Spring is in fruition and summer is quickly approaching which means: allergy season. As you are familiar, we firmly believe in using “food as medicine” and are delighted to share some of our favorite health supportive foods that fight off unwanted allergies. Along with the benefits listed in relation to allergy relief, they are also in...
Read MoreHealth Supportive Foods and Multiple Sclerosis
We often express the benefits of adopting a plant-based diet. We believe that consuming whole, real foods will offer relief to many different symptoms and even serve as a preventative method of health. In the past we have offered ongoing sessions focused on cancer prevention and management, as well as diabetes and heart disease workshops. […...
Read MoreHydrating Green Smoothie
Hydrating Green Smoothie Ingredients: 2 Cups Kale, packed down with stems removed 1 Apple, cored 1/2 Cup Parsley 2 Stalks of Celery 1 Lemon, peeled 1/2 Avocado 6 Cups Water Directions: Combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. Serve and Enjoy! Yum!
Read MoreFood Is Hydrating Too!
Studies have found that the human body is made up of over 60% water, and the brain is made up of over 75% water. Therefore, our organs and blood system heavily depend on our water intake to operate properly. This leads us to believe that unless we’re consuming the minimal daily requirement of 8 glasses […]
Read MoreSourcing Your Plant Based Protein
One of the first questions you’ll hear after admitting to supporting a vegetarian diet is “where does your protein come from?” While it is a concerning topic, it can certainly be asked to individuals who eat meat. In fact, most people who adopt a plant-based diet do so because of the amount of saturated fat […]
Read MoreFood Education in Corporate Wellness
As the Founder and CEO of The Food Evolution, nutrition and cooking center, and as a health advocate looking to enter the field of Corporate Wellness, I’ve found some great articles and bloggers who have been entrenched in corporate wellness thus far. I have also found that our program “The Healthy Cooking Challenge” can serve […]
Read MorePortobellos layered with a Collard Green Sauté
Portobellos layered with a Collard Green Sauté Ingredients: 4 Large Portobello Mushroom Caps, gills scraped 12 cups (2 bunches) Collards, de-stemmed and sliced into thin strips 1 Red Bell Pepper, deseeded and sliced into thin strips 5 Tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil 1 Tablespoon Garlic, pressed 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced and pressed (Make it 2 [&...
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