I started out this winter season enjoying the snow, and while I still do enjoy the beauty of a snowfall blanketing the region, covering the trees to create a scenic postcard, or glistening in the morning sunshine, I have to say that the cold temperatures have gotten a bit much! In true form, I do […]
Read MoreThe Power of Greens!
Dark leafy greens, like Kale and Collards, Swiss Chard, and Bok Choi are chock full of fiber,phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals. They are a major source of energy and also provide us with Calcium, a lesser known fact about this superfood group. They also provide vitamin C, two times the daily serving in fact! Vitamin C provides […]
Read MoreCollard Roll Ups with Coconut Curry Kale
Ingredients: 4 Collard Leaves, blanched 5 Cups Purple Kale, torn into bite size pieces 1/2 Cup Water 2 Tablespoons Coconut Oil 2 Tablespoons Garlic, minced 1 Tablespoon Orange Juice 1 teaspoon Orange Zest 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup 1/2 teaspoon Curry Powder 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt 1 Avocado, sliced 1 Large Carrot, cut into ribbons with […]
Read MoreRejuvenating Super Food Smoothie
Maca Powder is an energizing super food that will hike up the health benefits of this already powerful green smoothie! It’s nutritional profile is worth adding for vitamins, minerals, amino acids and plant sterols, including vitamins B1, B2, B, C, D, E, iron, potassium, copper, magnesium, selenium, phosphorous and calcium. It’s a fiber-ri...
Read More2014 Challenge!
2014 Challenge One of the most rewarding and inspiring programs I ran this past year was our Spring Detox . Along with an incredible group of women (you know who you are ladies!), we supported one another, shared stories, and shed pounds! Our detox groups are life changing, but beginning the journey on your food evolution doesn’t [&hell...
Read MoreCoconut Pumpkin Pie with Candied Pecans
Ingredients: Crust: 1 Cup Pecans 1/2 Cup Walnuts 1/2 Cup Shredded Coconut 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil, melted 1 Tablespoon Lucuma Powder 1/4 Tablespoon Salt 1/8 teaspoon Orange Zest Filling: 1-15 oz Can Pumpkin Puree 1/4 Cup Coconut Milk 1/4 Cup Coconut Oil 1 Cup Medjool Dates, pitted 2 Tablespoon Lucuma Powder 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract […]
Read MoreConquering Those Sugar Blues: Five Tips to Fight Sugar Addiction
There is no way of getting around it – we live in a world full of temptation, from food to folly, we are faced with making decisions at every turn. Unfortunately, when it comes to food, and in particular foods full of processed sugar, there are plenty of poor choices out there vying for your attention. […]
Read MoreGinger Roasted Rainbow Fries
Ingredients: 1 Bunch Rainbow Carrots, cut into shoestring strips 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced and pressed 1 Tablespoon Garlic, pressed 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper 1 Tablespoon Parsley, chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a small bowl combine olive oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. On a [...
Read MoreRed Cabbage Asian Crunch Salad
Check out our video demo for this recipe here! Red Cabbage Asian Crunch Salad Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Brown Rice Vinegar 2 Tablespoons Tamari 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup 1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger, minced 1 Tablespoon Light Sesame Oil 1 Cup Red Onion, thinly sliced Sea salt to taste 3 Cups Red Cabbage, shredded 1 […]
Read MoreNourishing Fall Foods: Eat Healthy With the Seasons
Our local Fall harvests are full of warming, filling foods at the peak of their ripeness, flavor and affordability! We love pairing these nutritious veggies with warm, healing spices like ginger, turmeric and cinnamon. The Fall season is the perfect time to boost your immune system with these nourishing veggies. Check out some of our […]...
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