Detox - What Is It? Detoxification, or detox, refers to the process of removing toxins from the body, and not even 10 years ago, this term was used synonymously with the idea of ridding the body of traces of alcohol and drug from substance abuse, overdose and toxicity. Today, the word is usually associated with [...]
If you have wild greens available in your yard or garden, then this is the perfect time to "eat them up"! And no better place then in your morning smoothie! This recipe focuses on detoxing the body, and we begin with the liver! Dandelion, that pesky weed in your yard, is the perfect source of [...]
This recipe was born out of an abundance of fresh-pick produce from my Spring garden. We love it, and have at least once a week in the Spring and Fall when cabbage and kale are plentiful! This has become one of my “go to recipes” when I need a quick meal; high in cruciferous vegetables [...]
Weight gain and the inability to lose weight are common symptoms of imbalance. Most of us are taught that weight loss occurs by increasing output (exercise) and decreasing input (calories/food we eat). But if you have ever tried to lose weight and have been on a diet, you know this is not true, and if [...]
Chocolate Almond No Bake Cookies These cookies are truly amazing! So easy to make, and sugar and gluten-free…and oh so healthy! No guilt indulging in these! They do have a tendency to crumble easily, so be sure to press into shape more tightly than usual, chill for a few hours or overnight before serving. [...]
Manly Salad (Natural Testosterone Booster) Salads are NOT just for women. This salad is manly enough to satisfy and fill-up any man, and yet still give a woman what she needs for beauty, taste and satiety. I call this the Manly Salad because eating this hearty meal every day or several times a week is [...]
Blueberry, Cherry, Avocado Smoothie How about a recipe to knock that blood sugar down under…keeping it stable and in control! This recipe was created to include 7 of the top 10 foods that lower blood sugar. And what better way to get them, but in a smoothie! 1/2 cup frozen blueberries 1/2 cup frozen [...]
Creamy Pineapple Pie I got this pie from Chocolate Covered Katie http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2015/08/20/5-minute-pineapple-fantasy-pie/. This only thing I want to change about this recipe is to use whole, fresh pineapple instead of canned. But, until I have a chance to experiment with this, I will share the recipe as is. Delicious! Ingredients 1 can (20 oz) crushed [...]
Superfood Blueberry Spinach Salad This is definitely my families’ favorite green salad. I make this at least once a week, usually more. Each ingredient was chosen for its high nutrient and super food quality. This is my number one anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and weight-loss salad, and for building one's immunity! 4 cups fresh spinach 1 red [...]
Black Bean Brownies Ingredients 1 1/2 cups black beans (1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed very well) 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 cup rolled oats, GF 1/4 tsp salt 1/3 cup pure maple syrup 2 pkts stevia OR 2 tbsp sugar (or omit and increase maple syrup to 1/2 cup) 1/4 cup coconut oil 2 [...]
