Vegan Blueberry Chia Seed Jam
Simple to make and pectin-free. These 4-ingredients bring your blueberries to life in a whole new way! Ingredients 1cup organic, fresh or frozen blueberries (wild blueberries, if possible) 1/2 TBmaple syrup 1/2TB lemon juice 1TB chia seeds Instructions Add blueberries to a saucepan and cook on low for about 5-10 mins, stirring occasionally. Mash them with a fork while they…
Read MoreHealth Hack #34: A $6 hack to get more kiwis into your life
It’s no wonder Kiwis are the gems of the fruit world. They are packed with Vitamin C and loads of healing antioxidants. Did you know that kiwis also help regulate blood sugar (up or down) and helps bring you back to center (an amazing stress companion). Kiwis also help strengthen the digestive system, and keep…
Read MoreAnd….That’s a Wrap!
And just like that, my FINAL chemo round is in the books. It didn’t come with fanfare or a parade. I didn’t even have a bell to ring at the Oncology Infusion center when I left. It instead came with indulgence in a week-old almond flour cupcake from my daughter, and an internal cheering squad…
Read MoreLectin-Free Asian Cucumber Salad
Check out my latest Health Hack for all the reasons why cucumbers pack such a powerful punch. Rich in electrolytes, this fruit is nature’s detoxifier. Now put that cucumber into action with a unique side dish to your Asian meal. It’s cold, crisp and refreshing and it’s lectin-free, keto and paleo friendly! INGREDIENTS Two,…
Read MoreHealth Hack #33: Cool as a Cucumber
Who knew cucumbers had so much to offer besides being a crisp, cooling snack or salad partner? These fruits (yes, cucumbers are actually not a vegetable at all!) help boost hydration, support digestion, nudge a stagnant liver and when consumed daily, actually deliver anti-aging benefits. They contain over 50 trace minerals plus glycine and glutamine…
Read MoreApricot Almond Bars
With only four ingredients, this recipe is a quick and easy way to bring apricots into your life. Enjoy their high potassium, heart-energy benefits, with a no-bake, keto-friendly recipe for all ages. Learn more about Apricots and their health benefits by checking out my previous post: Rejuvenate & Open Your Heart with Apricots Ingredients…
Read MoreRejuvenate & Open Your Heart with Apricots
This small but mighty fruit brings way more to the table than you may realize. It’s packed with amino acids like cysteine and glutamine and loaded with 40+ trace minerals. All of these work together to deeply bind to chemicals inside the body (like DDT) that lower the risk of many types of cancers. Apricots…
Read MoreVegan Avocado Mousse
If you are like me, you either have too many perfectly ripe avocados at one time, or none at all. I eat at least ½ of an avocado a day and was seeking another creative way to make good use of my very ripened gems before they went bad. I found it! And it’s a…
Read MoreHealth Hack #32: For the Love of Avocados
The wise old saying was “an apple a day, keeps the doctor away” but honestly, it should have been an avocado. My countless research and deep dives into health, wellness, mindset and so much more keep leading me back to this magical fruit – the avocado! Here’s what I know about avocados One of the…
Read MoreHealth Hack #31: Melatonin Does a Body Good. And the Reason Might Surprise You
When we think of melatonin we think of sleep. And rightfully so. The effects of melatonin as it relates to sleep, pineal gland levels and its direct effect on a restful night sleep are not unproven. What may surprise you are the benefits of melatonin on immunity and especially cancer. Who knew?! And thanks to…
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