These tasty treats can even fool the pickiest of palates. They are both sugar and grain free so making them legal on most diets.

Desserts and SnacksIvy BraninSeptember 14, 2018gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free, chocolate, sugarComment

Uninvited Thanksgiving Day Guests

Thanksgiving should be a joyous time with friends and family. We share a delicious meal and reflect upon our gratitude for the year gone by and the one to come. Unfortunately, the meal can be ruined b...

Ivy BraninNovember 19, 2017headache, heartburn, nettles, weight, sinusitis, tumeric, allergies, holiday, yoga, magnesium, chocolate, anti-inflammatory, stressComment

Let's Scream for Dairy-free Ice Cream!

Oh the delightful summer treat, ice cream! But if you are dairy-free this summer, the ice cream man's jingle might make you sigh the sound of bitter of defeat. The good news is there are now so man...

RecipeIvy BraninJuly 16, 2017holiday, dairy-free, coconut oil, vitamin e, iron, vitamin c, vitamin a, sugar, stevia, chocolate, vegan, vegetarian, skinComment

A Little Bit of Vice Can Be Nice!

No need to take a double take. Somethings that you may be avoiding can be beneficial when enjoyed in moderation. Of course, moderation is the key to reaping the health benefits. As in most cases a li...

Ivy BraninJanuary 4, 2016cancer, memory, detoxification, chocolateComment

Healthy Homemade Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list can be stressful especially for those that seem to have everything. This year why not have bit of fun by making your own gifts. Here are some of my h...

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Gluten and Dairy-Free Holiday Survival Guide

So your Ebenezer Scrooge-naturopath said no gluten or dairy this holiday season. Now you are wondering, "What will I eat at the office holiday party or how will I survive dinner at my in-laws?" Relax...

Ivy BraninDecember 9, 2014dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, allergies, recipe, chocolate, coconut oil, flax, HolidayComment

As if You Needed a Reason to Love Chocolate

This is probably one of the most common guilty pleasures revealed in my office. But don't worry you are not alone. Americans consume over 11 pounds of chocolate per year. Which is not surprising as ch...

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