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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
I am a huge smoothie lover. I find it is the quickest and easiest way to have a superfoods start to the day. Enjoy this classic chocolate banana smoothie rich in fibre and protein. 1 cup of non dairy milk (oat or almond milk) 1 frozen banana 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder 2 tbsp […]
We’ve all experienced the midday slump around 3:00pm to 4:00pm where energy levels drop and you feel lethargic, hungry and ready to finish work for the day. One way to help with this daily energy drop is through blood sugar control – when your blood sugar is out of balance, your energy levels shift accordingly. […]
This summer is all about fresh, hearty salads with seasonal ingredients. If you feel that your diet is lacking in the vegetable department, salads are an easy way to solve that problem. Check out some of my favourite summer salad recipes below and add these to your repertoire for delicious lunches and dinners. Mixed Bean […]
Here are some easy, refreshing all-natural popsicle recipes to make this summer to beat the heat! These popsicles are healthier than store-bought ones where you will see a lot of unnatural additives. Using natural sweeteners is important when making treats at home and these popsicles will satisfy any sweet craving. Get yourself a popsicle mold […]
We all know how busy weekdays can get and having quick, nutritious lunch ideas on hand is key. Check out these nutrient-packed quick lunch recipes to make in between meetings or you can even prepare them the night before. The whole family should love these recipes! Tuna & Avocado Sandwich Recipe makes 1 serving. Ingredients: […]
If you’ve never tried tofu before, these recipes are for you! Tofu is a great source of vegetarian protein that can be part of a well-rounded diet. Half a cup of tofu contains 10 grams of protein. It is important to shop for organic tofu that has not been genetically modified. Tofu easily absorbs the […]
By this time, you may have already taken the cover off your barbecue and fired up the grill. Barbecuing is one of my favourite ways to cook and there are so many healthy recipes you can put together for a family dinner. Check out these healthy barbecue recipes to kickstart grilling season this year! Healthy […]