How to get enough protein on a plant based diet
I am often asked by my clients and readers if going plant based puts them at risk for being protein deficient. Absolutely not! You can definitely get enough protein if you are plant based -but it is important to be aware of the basics. Proteins are made up of building blocks called amino acids. Your body […]
Kale Caesar Salad with Crispy Chickpeas
If you have followed me over the years – you know I am always beating the “eat your greens” drum. Why? Because greens are so rich of fibre and phytonutrients and eating them on a regular basis has been shown to prevent and even help to reverse various disease processes. One of the staple green […]
The benefits of collagen
Supplementing with collagen has become extremely popular in the past few years. But is all this excitement worth the hype? Research is pointing in the direction of yes! Collagen is one of the major building blocks in skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, muscles, and blood vessels. In other words, collagen acts like the “glue” that holds […]
My favourite tahini salad dressing
When building a Buddha bowl at home, I love topping it off with tahini salad dressing. This easy and delicious dressing will last in your fridge for up to 3 days. If not used immediately, it may thicken and will need to be re-blended with an extra little bit of water. INGREDIENTS ¼ cup tahini paste 2 tablespoons lemon […]
7 Steps to a healthy microbiome
When I wrote my second book The Natural Makeover Diet years ago, I included a section in the book that detailed how “you are only as healthy as your pipes”. In other words, you are only as healthy as you are absorbing, digesting and excreting. Symptoms such as bloating, reflux, stomach aches and constipation are […]
Cilantro Lime Salad Dressing
Of all my favorite herbs – cilantro is one of my favorites. Cilantro has long been used for medicinal purposes and has been shown to have some impressive health benefits that may include: Balancing blood sugars Ridding the body of toxic metals Reducing anxiety Reducing stomach upset May help to reduce neurological inflammation Prevention of […]
Turmeric, lemon and ginger water
We all know how good lemon water is for you -but…have you heard of the powerful benefits of turmeric? This is a very powerful anti-inflammatory drink I learned from my sister (it is literally always in her fridge). A delicious anti-inflammatory drink to enjoy all year round! WHAT IS TUMERIC? Turmeric is a popular spice […]
My superfoods smoothie
I am a huge smoothie fan. I find smoothies are the best way to pack a ton of supefoods into one delicious meal. Keep in mind -food is not like medicine – it IS medicine! Incorporating the right ingredients into your daily diet can help with the aging process, with reducing inflammation and in improving […]
How to naturally reduce inflammation in the body
INFLAMMATION AND HEALTH Inflammation tends to be a big buzz word lately. In short – the more we can keep the body in an anti-inflammatory state, the better. The issue is not when the body experiences a short burst of inflammation. In fact, that is a protective mechanism in our body that is necessary. The […]
6 Healthy High-Fat Foods To Add To Your Diet Today
A common myth when looking to lose weight and improve your health is that you need to cut out high-fat foods from your diet. In fact, there are many healthy high-fat foods that will lead to satiety and weight loss when used in the right portions. Moderation in your diet is key when looking to […]