Sunflower seeds can make the perfect substitute if you are allergic to peanuts or avoiding legumes as part of a paleo diet. I hope you enjoy this peanut-free twist on this spicy African dish. Omit the cayenne if you can’t take the heat!

Entrees, Recipe, Salads and SoupsIvy BraninMarch 29, 2020gluten-free, dairy-free, recipe, protein, vegan, vegetarian Comments

Dairy-Free Protestors: Which one are you?

Recently I put myself on my own personal dairy-free challenge. This is far from the first for this naturopath but I think I’m going dairy-free for good! Why am I doing this to myself you might wonder?

Ivy BraninFebruary 12, 2020dairy-free, acne, eczema, thyroid, vegan, vegetarianComment

Thai Coconut Curry Noodle Soup

This noodle soup is high in protein and low in carbs thank to the magic of shirataki noodles. If you are vegan or vegetarian, you can substitute the cod with tofu or leave it out completely for a lighter starter.

Entrees, Recipe, Salads and SoupsIvy BraninSeptember 29, 2019gluten-free, dairy-free, recipe, protein, vegan, vegetarianComment

What’s Tanking your Thyoid?

Earlier this month I had the opportunity to share some startling statistics with the women of Kathy Gelfand’s Empowered Lunch Hour. Believe it 1 out of 8 women will develop a thyroid condition in their lifetime and women are 3-5 times more likely to suffer from thyroid problems than men.

Buckwheat Crepes with Sesame Watercress

Buckwheat or sarrazin crepes originated from Bretagne. I enjoyed quite a few this summer when I stayed in Nantes. Paired with the pepperiness of the watercress, this gluten- free dish is simply magnifique!

Breakfast, Recipe, EntreesIvy BraninAugust 12, 2018gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, recipeComment

Whole Food Protein Shake

his shake will power you through the hardest and longest of days. It is meant to keep your blood sugars in check so you can start the morning strong and it one of the components of my 10 Day Jump Start program.

Breakfast, Beverages, Desserts and SnacksIvy BraninMarch 13, 2018grain-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, detoxification, diabetesComment

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

Pumpkin Everything Bagels

Makes 2
If you're gluten-free, your post Thanksgiving Day brunch just got better thanks to these amazing bagels by Health and fitness expert and personal chef, Sherri Norige, of Shaped by Sherri. Eve...

Recipe, Desserts and Snacks, Breakfastlogan coxNovember 5, 2016vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, vitamin aComment

Hatcho Miso Udon with Basil

Serves 4
Miki Hirano of Maruya Hatcho Miso in Okazaki, Japan and owner of Ms Genmai mini rice cakes brings us this yummy soup of udon and miso. Udon traditionally is not gluten-free but you can...

Recipe, Salads and Soupslogan coxSeptember 3, 2016Japan, vegan, vegetarian, miso, soup, fermentationComment

Eggplant French Toast

Health and fitness expert, Sherri Norige, of Shaped by Sherri, brings us this healthy twist on a breakfast classic. I was so amazed at how outrageously scrumptious it was, I wanted to share it with yo...

Recipes, BreakfastIvy BraninFebruary 1, 2016dairy-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, grain-free, coconut oilComment

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...