2015 has found most of us snowed in at least for a day or two per week and while at first it an be enchanting and the snow is pretty, after a while the weather starts to put a damper on things and mess up our schedules. Multiple snowstorms have disrupted our routines – lengthened […]
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Both ginger root and turmeric root have been touted as powerhouse health foods because they have components that reduce inflammation, reduce pain, and reduce cancer cells’ growth. Ginger has been traditionally used to aid digestion, reduce morning sickness and motion sickness, reduce headache pain, and as a warming spice that can improve blood circulation. Turmeric
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This warming soup takes advantage of the anti-inflammatory properties of ginger, turmeric and coconut as well as the immune boosting power of lemongrass, onion, and garlic. If you can not find lemongrass, you can subsitute for it with the zest of one lemon. It’s perfectly satisfying topped with green onions, sesame oil, gomashio or cilantro
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Salad, of course! In reality when we have Thanksgiving at my house we serve more than salad but in my quest to get my loved ones to eat more vegetables I always need to include a salad option complete with seasonal toppings such as pomegranate seeds, cranberries and Creamy Cranberry Dressing. Because our guest list
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As the weather inevitably turns colder, grayer, and drier in November it’s common to crave warm and satisfying “comfort foods”. However, contrary to popular belief, comfort foods don’t need to be heavy, bloat-inducing, cheese-laden, gluten-worshiping feasts. Here’s a recipe that satisfies the comfort food craving by combining healthy lentils and vegetables with small indulgences of
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1 can coconut milk ½ cup water 1 cup quinoa 2 star anise and 4 whole cloves ½ cup pumpkin puree ½ – 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp ginger ¼ – ½ tsp cardamom 1 tablespoon chia seeds Heat coconut milk, water, quinoa, star anise and cloves
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Ever have a bunch of kale in your refrigerator that was just past its prime? Not sure how to eat this kale because it’s not quite fresh enough for a raw kale salad or smoothie and not crisp enough for kale chips…try a wilted kale salad. Wilted Kale Salad zest and juice of one small
Although September means back to school or work for many people, we are lucky enough to still be enjoying summer sunshine and temperatures. Beat the heat with this refreshing high fiber protein shake.Blueberry Lemonade Hempshake:180 calories with 25% of your daily needs of each Iron and Zinc!12 grams of protein16 grams of fiber4 grams healthy
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A few weeks ago I went to a bridal shower and besides catching up with old friends I don’t get to see often, “oohing” and “aahing” over place settings and wine goblets, my favorite part of the shower was the kale salad. The shower was catered by The Kitchen in Portsmouth, NH and I strongly
Recently I fell victim to what I call Busy Lady Syndrome (BLS). Do you have BLS? Symptoms vary per individual, mine were: Almost obsessive list making – if you don’t write it down, you may forget… Wishing there were 30 hours in the day instead of 24 Reduced frequency of exercise Daydreaming about 85% dark
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