That unidentified container covered in blue fur might have colonized some interesting microbes but I wouldn't advocate you eating it. The fermented foods I'm talking about can be easily found at you...

Ivy BraninAugust 26, 2017detoxification, weight, depression, insomnia, sleep, anxiety, colds, immunity, diabetes, magnesium, iron, calcium, fermentation, kombucha, kimchi, natto, misoComment

Glorious Microbes: Discovering the microbiome through science and nutrition

Thursday September 14
7:30-9:00 PM
13th arrondissement Paris, France

News flash: Over half of our cells are not human but bacteria. This collection of microbes is known as the microbiome. Each of us ha...

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Spicy Grapefruit Chutney

Makes 2 cups

Sometimes you think "Should I?" and then you are like "Why not!" That was exactly my thinking when I decided to combine vitamin C rich grapefruit with spicy black peppercorns. The end r...

Recipes, SidesIvy BraninJanuary 4, 2016gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, fermentation, kombuchaComment

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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Chili Lime Pecans

Serves 4-6

These pecans have been a hit at my Kombucha 101 classesand your guests will go nuts for them, too.

8oz Pecans
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic salt
2 tsp dried ro...

Recipes, Desserts and SnacksIvy BraninDecember 16, 2014dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, kombuchaComment

Melon Kombucha Coolers

This refreshing drink combines the Vitamin A goodness of cantaloupe with kombucha.

1 cup cantaloupe chunks 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves
16oz of ginger Kombucha store bought or 16oz...

Recipes, beveragesIvy BraninJuly 4, 2014vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, kombuchaComment

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