I’ve created this new variation of my Chia Fresca that’s even more nutritious, and has a wider range of flavor possibilities. I ran out of oranges one day and had to come up with something. So I used what I had available. I used frozen organic pineapple, peaches, strawberries, blueberries, and a scoop of the…
Vegan Ceviche
Traditionally, ceviche made with raw fish, marinated in lime juice with chopped up vegetables like tomato, cucumber, onion, cilantro, and grated carrot. It’s served on a tortilla, and often garnished with slices of avocado which make it really delicious. This is a vegan version, that’s very quick to make and equally delicious. It’s a great,…
Chia Fresca: Chia and Apple Cider Vinegar Tonic
This is my new morning drink ritual. I love it! When I wake up in the morning I can feel that I’m dehydrated. I think it happens to all of us naturally when we sleep. Chia seeds are great for stamina and, when soaked in water like this, they become very hydrating. This is an…
Quick and Easy Peanut Butter Cookies – Gluten Free
Peanut Butter have always been my favorite cookies, but I don’t often eat cookies because my body really doesn’t like wheat. So when I found a recipe for gluten free peanut butter cookies I had to try it. Since then I’ve made these several times. It turns out not only are they gluten free (and…
Orange, Carrot, Celery & Ginger Juice
This is a delicious, sweet, creamy juice, with just a hint of saltiness from the celery. Celery is high in natural sodium and is essential to include in your juices when you are doing a juice fast. Leaving as much of the pith on the oranges as you can gives you more riboflavin and a…
Magnesium: Are You Low In This Miracle Mineral?
Dark Leafy Greens Magnesium, it’s been called the ‘miracle mineral’ and it’s necessary for over 325 essential bodily functions, yet most people don’t get a enough on a daily basis. To put it another way, if you don’t have sufficient magnesium your body won’t be able to carry out over 325 important tasks properly. David…
Chronic Back Pain: Make Lifestyle Changes and Sleep Better
According to the National Institutes of Health, 80 percent of people experience back pain at some point in their lives. For individuals who suffer with chronic back pain (pain lasting longer than three months), sleeping well can be a challenge. When you suffer with chronic back pain, depression, pain and anxiety can make falling and…