FOOD AS MEDICINE These pancakes combine Meyer lemons, a gem of the winter citrus season with tangy ricotta, which just happens to be a good source of protein. Meyer lemons are basically a hybrid of an orange and a lemon and are sweeter and less tart than regular lemons. Meyer lemons are usually are even…
FOOD AS MEDICINE: These make-ahead pizza egg cups are everything you love about pizza without the carbs and gluten and are totally portable for breakfast on the go! These would also be great in a lunchbox for kids or teens or over an arugula salad when breaking your fast! Eggs are a nutritionally dense food, providing…
CARNITAS BREAKFAST SKILLET FOOD AS MEDICINE Meal planning gives you the option of batch cooking different ingredients and mixing & matching so you don’t get stuck in a rut. Doing your meal prep on Sunday (or your preferred day off) sets up your week for success and ensures you don’t end up with an empty…
NATURALLY NOURISHED ACAI BOWL FOOD AS MEDICINE Acai berries have been shown in some studies to be richer in protective antioxidants than cranberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, blueberries or goji berries. Their deep purple pigment tells us that they are a rich source of anthocyanins and concentration of this particular antioxidant is estimated to be between…
EGGS BENEDICT WITH AVOCADO HOLLANDAISE FOOD AS MEDICINE This is an indulgent yet very low carb recipe perfect for lazy Sunday mornings or a small brunch gathering! Avocado contributes B vitamins and fatty acids that aid to manage stress response and reduce excess cortisol stress hormone! Avocados are also higher in potassium than bananas and…
CAULIFLOWER AVOCADO TOAST FOOD AS MEDICINE Avocados are higher in potassium than bananas. They also offer a great source of vitamin E, K, B6, and folate. They have a healthy fatty acid profile that has demonstrated through research to protect against prostate and breast cancer as well as heart disease. This avocado toast recipe has…
BUTTERNUT AND BRUSSELS BREAKFAST HASH FOOD AS MEDICINE: Brussels sprouts have a wide array of health benefits ranging from cardiovascular health, cancer prevention and detoxifying properties. Sulforaphane compounds in Brussels sprouts are known to promote anti-inflammatory activity in the cardiovascular system and help repair any damage in the blood vessels. Being a sulfur-rich vegetable, the…
SHAKSHUKA (EGGS POACHED IN TOMATO SAUCE) FOOD AS MEDICINE: Tomatoes are jam-packed with vitamins A, B, C, and K. They also contain high levels of potassium and chromium, which aid in stabilizing blood sugar and ward off those pesky sugar cravings. Tomatoes can be eaten in a variety of ways, both raw and cooked. Eating…
STONE FRUIT CRISP FOOD AS MEDICINE: Make the most out of summer fruit with this stone fruit crisp. Eating locally and in season ensures that our food is at both peak ripeness and peak nutrition when we eat it. Stone fruits such as peaches, nectarines and plums make their debut for just a few short…
