http://thehealthyeatingsite.com Recipes and information to help you eat healthier Sat, 13 Mar 2010 23:54:55 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en This is one of by favorite refreshing pick-em-up drinks. I drink it nearly every day and I really miss it when I don’t. This is one of my ‘happy foods’, combining red bush tea (also known as rooibos) and the fermented wonder-drink kombucha. Rooibos tea is high in minerals, loaded with antioxidants and very hydrating, making [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/super-c-fizzy-antioxidant-refresher/ You can make a delicious, creamy non-dairy nut milk from raw cashews. They can be added directly to smoothies to make them creamier, or you can create this nut milk and use them in smoothies, on raw granola, or other dishes. Cashews are quite soft and will blend well without soaking, but if you have problems [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/how-to-make-cashew-milk/ Today’s green smoothie (breakfast of Champions!) came out really creamy. I’m not sure why, but I’m sure enjoying it. I’ve got 2 superfoods packed in this one, goji berries and goldenberries (a.k.a. Incan Berries and Golden Inca Berries). Just for a change I decided to add some spice – cinnamon and ginger, it’s a subtle [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/green-smoothie-of-the-day/ I created this as a non-dairy alternative to my former favorite, espresso milkshakes. Now, I may be biased, but I’d say espresso milkshakes pale in comparison to this baby! This is a favorite afternoon pick-up drink in my house. I also find this satisfies my sweet cravings, and is a lot healthier than having a chocolate [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/banana-mocha-non-milk-shake/ Apple cider vinegar is amazing stuff with a myriad of health benefits. This basic apple cider vinegar tonic recipe can help you lose weight, combat fatigue, prevent leg cramps and night cramps, and so much more… Ingredients: 1-2 teaspoons raw, unpasteurized Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) 1 glass water Instructions: Mix 1-2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar in a glass [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/apple-cider-vinegar-drink-recipe-basic-tonic/ This great tasting smoothie is packed full of nutrition. It’s especially high in fiber, vitamin C, potassium and antioxidants. The yogurt contributes acidophilus, to keep your intestinal flora healthy. Using soy yogurt, instead of dairy makes this a dairy-free, vegan drink. Ingredients: 1 banana, chopped 1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored, diced 1 kiwifruit 1-2 handfuls frozen blueberries or mixed [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/banana-berry-smoothie/ The delicate hint of rose complements the taste of the strawberries perfectly and really brings out the fruity flavors of this drink. I can’t eat much first thing in the morning, so I’ll often have a smoothie to last me until I can eat a bit more. Tinned peaches and frozen strawberries make this a [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/peach-strawberry-smoothie/ This versatile drink makes a delicious, refreshing summer drink chilled over ice, as well as a warm and relaxing winter drink. Great for soothing sore throats. Ingredients: Juice of one large lemon 4 T fresh apple mint, roughly chopped 3 large leaves fresh lemon balm, finely chopped 2 T honey (more or less to taste) 2 cups boiling water salt Instructions: Put the kettle [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/minted-lemon-tea/ When winter sets in, the weather gets cold and the days get short it’s nice to have a hot beverage to warm you up. Curled up in an easy chair in front of the fire, sipping a Hot Mulled Cider is my idea of a cosy night in. I put the pot of cider on [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/hot-mulled-cider/ While you may have come across Rice Dream, the common brand of rice milk found at the supermarket, did you know you can prepare your own rice beverage within the comforts of your own home? Rice milk is a type of grain milk that you may fall in love with once you try. Most of [...]]]> http://thehealthyeatingsite.com/rice-milk/