This luscious green smoothie will transport you to a beautiful tropical island with its blend of juicy pineapple, sweet banana, refreshing lime, creamy avocado, leafy greens, and spicy ginger! I put together this smoothie recipe with some wonderful skin loving, anti-aging, healing foods that work together synergistically providing great taste and major health benefits. Healing foods that have the added bonus of slowing down the aging process are some of my favorite foods to eat on a … [Read more...]
Asparagus, Avocado, and Caramelized Onion Quinoa
May 11, 2013 by · 12 Comments
As a passionate healing foods lover, spring is one of my favorite seasons because of all the fabulous vegetables and fruits that are available. These nutrient-rich foods help rejuvenate and prepare your body for the warm summer months. Delicious, healing foods are truly wonderful and offer huge health benefits and great taste in one package. Today’s tasty recipe is a delectable combination of smoky grilled asparagus, sweet caramelized onions, creamy avocado, peppery watercress, … [Read more...]
Deliciously Holistic Cookbook Launches!
April 30, 2013 by · 8 Comments
It’s finally here! My new cookbook “Deliciously Holistic: Healing Foods Recipes and Lifestyle Tips to Help Increase Your Energy and Immunity is released for sale on Amazon for $15.57! In a month it will also be available for sale on all ereaders like Kindle and Nook. I’m so excited to share my book with all of you! My cookbook and holistic lifestyle guide is truly a tangible expression of the joy, peace, and satisfaction that I have experienced from eating healing foods … [Read more...]
Double Chocolate Almond Cookies
April 21, 2013 by · 16 Comments
Double chocolate almond cookies are so irresistibly good! Melted creamy chunks of orange scented dark chocolate are surrounded by a buttery chocolate almond cookie. This yummy cookie has an unforgettable taste that will have you wanting more! Cookies that are made with pure ingredients and free of foods that are health depleting are the best treats to indulge in. These simple cookies have whole foods that your body can recognize and digest easily. My cookie recipe is free of refined … [Read more...]
Post Exercise Recovery Strawberry Avocado Chia Smoothie
April 14, 2013 by · 24 Comments
Have you ever experienced fatigue, soreness, and pain after doing a strenuous exercise routine that lasted for longer than a day or two? Do you want to know what you should eat after a workout to replenish your body and help it to heal quickly? I have received numerous requests to post a smoothie recipe that helps you recover after working out. I created this alkalizing green smoothie recipe to help your body heal quickly after exercising. This delicious smoothie … [Read more...]
2 Spring Energy Salads
April 4, 2013 by · 22 Comments
I adore spring! The sun is shining brightly and everything is starting to bloom. Spring is the season of renewal because the cold and dreary days of winter have passed and beautiful weather is here. Spring provides the perfect opportunity to start eating foods which are less heavy and more cooling and light. I get so excited when I go to the market and start seeing all the lovely vegetables and fruits that become available as the weather turns warmer. Buying seasonal foods is … [Read more...]
Kale, Lentil, and Butternut Squash Soup
March 22, 2013 by · 24 Comments
Spring is officially here! All the colorful flowers and trees are starting to bloom in California and I’m looking forward to enjoying the beauty of the season. I decided to share a hearty soup recipe before I make the switch to lighter fare since it’s still cold in many parts of the world. This delicious soup combines some of my favorite vegetables which nourish and energize your body. I eat soups every week and never tire of them. Soups are so easy to make and they are … [Read more...]
Gluten-Free and Grain-Free Buckwheat Apple Granola
March 15, 2013 by · 10 Comments
If you adore cereal and are following a gluten-free, grain-free diet, eating breakfast cereals can be challenging. My recipe for gluten-free, grain-free buckwheat apple granola is so delicious you won’t miss regular cereal anymore! Many commercial cereals are filled with gluten, corn syrup, genetically modified ingredients, refined grains, refined sugar, dyes, preservatives, synthetic vitamins, minerals, and chemicals. Check out this ingredient list from a popular … [Read more...]
5 Healthy and Quick Healing Foods Breakfasts
March 6, 2013 by · 14 Comments
One of the easiest things you can do to maintain good health is to start your day off right with a nutrient-rich, healing foods breakfast. Breakfast means to break the fast. At night while you sleep your body fasts, repairs, and rebuilds itself. In the morning, your body needs to replenish and recharge with nutrients that provide nourishment and energy. On busy mornings, the last thing you want to do is make a time-consuming, complicated breakfast. My five easy, healing foods … [Read more...]
Anti-Inflammatory Orange Avocado Chia Smoothie
February 28, 2013 by · 36 Comments
Are you ready to start eliminating chronic inflammation so you can enjoy vibrant health? If you answered yes, I’ve put together a healing foods recipe for a scrumptious green smoothie to help you fight inflammation and increase your energy at the same time! This fantastic smoothie is packed with wonderful superfoods renowned for their anti-inflammatory properties. Sweet oranges, turmeric, coconut water, avocado, cinnamon, ginger, chia seeds, spinach, black pepper, and raw honey … [Read more...]
