Somethings are as unwanted as a "Dear John" letter or an orange jelly filled chocolate on Valentine's Day. Here are a few health concerns that can make you a bit less romantic and natural health tips...
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Makes 1 cup
This probiotic rich dip packs some heat to light your fire.
1 cup red lentils, cooked and drained
Juice from 1/2 lemon juice
1 1/2 tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
1...
Makes 1 dozen
A special recipe for Hogmanay and Robert Burn's birthday.
Biscuits
2 cup almond flour
¼ cup honey
6 tablespoon butter (can also use coconut oil)
¼ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
1 tablespoon vani...
Perhaps even before the ball drops, we might be thinking of what we want to do different in the new year for better health. We have such good intentions but within a month, a week or even a day, we f...
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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...
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...
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You are born with only two of them. Yes, in these modern times it is possible to buy new ones. However knee replacement doesn't come without its costs. Besides the estimated $45,000-$60,000 for the p...
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Serves 4-6
Bone broths are an amazing source chondroitin sulphate and glucosamine, which have been shown to bring down inflammation and build up cartilage.
5 cups bone broth
1 cup quinoa
1 bunch kale,...
A few years ago, I had the chance to speak to group of breast cancer survivors on the benefits of naturopathic medicine during breast cancer treatment. Besides discussing the many ways naturopathic me...
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I am often confronted with this dilemma "Do I wait on line at Wholefoods or Trader Joe's or do I just buy an orange off the fruit stand guy which will take like 2 seconds." This article might seem lik...
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Serves 4-6
Enjoy this tasty veggie dish whether its organic or not!
2 medium Sweet Potatoes, finely chopped
1 cup Sweet peas, frozen or fresh
1 medium Onion, finely chopped
1 cup Eggplant finely c...
The time for the summer beach body might have already passed, but don't quit the gym just yet. There are so many other benefits of exercise. Even if you have spent the first half of your life on the...
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Pineapple is a source of bromelain, which is a natural antiflammortary that helps with muscle recovery. Crab loaded with B12 and minerals like zinc and selenium
1 cup fresh Pineapple, finely...
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Traditional kimchi often calls for fish sauce which can be problematic if you are vegan, kosher or can’t eat fish. I’ve swapped fish sauce with miso which still has the power to kick start a delicious kimchi.
Read MoreThe threat of skin cancer has terrified us. Vitamin D deficiency has plagued us. We know that too much sun isn't good for us, but we are hearing more and more the importance of sun exposure. Hopefully...
Read MoreThis 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...
Superfoods are all the rage these days. They are finding their way into everything from smoothies to flavored vodkas. Magically, everything becomes a health food! There are some foods that do deserve...
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Serves 4-6
The sweetness of beets blends well with the salty tanginess of umeboshi plums.
2 cups shredded raw beets
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp grated ginger
1 tbsp umebos...
Summer is finally here and that means time for summer vacation and trips to fun destinations. I am someone who prefers to travel light so I put a lot of thought into what I pack. I also want to bring...
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Serves 4-6
This kid approved recipe comes from Hannah Springer, traditional foods chef, mother of two boys, and owner of the Oliver Weston Company
2 cups coconut milk (no additives, full-fat)
2 tbsp...