GRAINLESS CHOCOLATE SUNBUTTER COOKIES FOOD AS MEDICINE: The main ingredients of traditional cookies are enriched wheat flour and sugar, which are pro-inflammatory, leading to abnormalglucose and fat metabolism. These cookies embrace the anti-inflammatory properties of sunflower and chia seeds, coconut and raw cocoa powder to create an indulgence that is anti-inflammatory, nutritious and delicious! INGREDIENTS: (Serves…
ROASTED NUTS AND BRUSSLES SPROUTS SLAW INGREDIENTS: 1/3 cup pecan halves 1 1/2 tsp. butter, melted 1 Tbsp maple syrup 1/4 tsp. sea salt, plus more, to taste 1 Tbsp each fresh chopped rosemary and thyme Pinch of cayenne pepper 2 lb. brussels sprouts, trimmed and fibrous stem and cut in half 1 small head radicchio, quartered/cored…
RAINBOW CHARD WITH LEMONY GARLIC SAUCE With its rainbow spectrum of color, rainbow chard has a variety of antioxidant biocompounds or pigment-based nutrients! Beyond the variety of spectrum within the stem…Did you know greens contain the full spectrum of antioxidants? Think of leaves on a tree, they have the ability to change colors! So they…
DETOX DIET BASICS Your body has the natural ability to rid itself of toxins and waste; however, most of our systems are overwhelmed with far more toxins than the body can get rid of. Excess toxins and waste in the body can lead to depression, lack of energy, skin conditions, weight gain, joint pain, headaches,…
BANANA CACAO “ICE CREAM” This light decadent treat is simple to whip up and serves as a healthy alternative to a chocolate dipped treat. Bananas provide a rich source of potassium and magnesium adding in blood pressure management and decreasing sugar cravings. INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup almond milk, unsweetened 3 bananas, frozen 2 Tbsp unsweetened raw…
OVERNIGHT OATMEAL: A QUICK HEART HEALTHY START TO THE DAY Soluble fiber is key for satiety (holding over you appetite), ability to slow the spiking of blood sugar, and ability to lower cholesterol! In fact, soluble fiber can lower cholesterol by over 20% in just a 3 month period!! That is just as effective as…
MIGAS MAKE-OVER: BALANCED BREAKFAST IN A FLASH Breakfast is the most important part of the day, choosing foods with protein will aid in boosting metabolism and curb cravings throughout the day! Better yet, choose an option that incorporates vegetables as well for added volume and antioxidants with minimal calorie impact! INGREDIENTS: 12 whole large eggs…
STRESS: HOW IT AFFECTS YOU AND YOUR DIGESTION Throughout people’s quest for the ideal diet and ultimate wellness, many underestimate the importance of the mind when evaluating their health. One of the first things that I ask my clients is to rank their stress level and determine the primary causes of stress in their lives.…
BISON GINGER STIR-FRY INGREDIENTS: 2 Tbsp lower-sodium tamari (gluten-free soy sauce) 2 tsp sucanat (unrefined cane sugar) 1 tsp arrowroot (natural thickener as opposed to processed corn starch) 1 Tbsp dry sherry 2 tsp hoisin sauce 1 Tbsp rice vinegar 1 Tbsp chile paste with garlic 2 Tbsp sesame oil 2 Tbsp peanut oil, divided…
