Can our smoothies really help relieve stress? Yes! There is a reason why all of the pumpkin spice blends are so popular in the fall. Spices like cinnamon and nutmeg are warming and help stimulate digestion in the fall and winter. This smoothie recipe provides a comforting warmth from these spices and can offer [...]
Cool off with Adaptogenic Iced Tea Recipes Summer is in full swing and the only thing running hotter than the soaring temperatures is our quest to stay cool. Enjoying leisurely sun-filled days is what we’ve all been looking forward to, but the summer heat breeds an endless need for refreshment. And what’s more revitalizing than [...]
Real Vitality Tonic and Training Your Taste Buds The Real Vitality Tonic is a warm, raw apple cider, cinnamon, and ginger drink. Start a program by drinking this for eight days after your first meal of the day and again with your other meals. Real Vitality Tonic Ingredients 1 cup hot water 1 tablespoon raw [...]
Mocktail Photo by Jamie Mok Plant Based Inspirations for the Kitchen Trendy can be both healthy and delicious. These 3 plant based recipes are tasty and represent some of the top 10 food trends we're currently tracking. Try experimenting in the kitchen with fresh plant based ingredients. Mix and match colorful and nutritious [...]
This hearty hummus is high in proteins from the garbanzo beans and Moringa. The kale is packed with fiber, antioxidants, iron, vitamins K, A, and C, as well as calcium. Kale and Moringa Hummus is quick and easy to make and a great way to incorporate some Moringa in your diet. Ingredients for Kale and Moringa [...]
Watermelon Recipes for Summer and Beyond Watermelon is a favorite summer refresher. Whether we're eating it solo or in salsas or salads, or drinking it, it makes a perfect accompaniment to cool off a meal or a snack. Try some of these recipes for salsa (pair with chips or veggies), a delicious smoothie, or a [...]
The cookbook Kitchen Ritual features a selection of Ayurvedic recipes inspired by world cuisine. There are also tips and tricks for maintaining a functional home kitchen, and easy to make dishes to please everyone. The recipes are influenced by Ayurvedic wisdom yet perfect for a modern home. Sweet Za’atar Carrots Like so many of the best recipes, [...]
We can encourage physical—and mental—balance by adding lots of fresh produce into your diet. At the end of the summer just before fall, we can enjoy seasonal heirloom tomato, zucchini, and sweet corn. Heirloom Tomatoes We may have a preconceived notion of the perfect red beefsteak tomato: round, smooth, with consistent coloring. In contrast, heirloom [...]
Many of us associate the sensuality of chocolate with a guilty pleasure or with heart-shaped boxes that arrive just in time for Valentine’s Day. Yet, chocolate is far more than a sweet treat. When eaten in its raw form of cacao, this true superfood is rich in minerals (including one of the highest concentrations [...]
Preparation is the key to success in most avenues of life, including healthy eating. As a dietitian, I believe taking the extra time at home to prep and cook most of your daily meals can help you maintain a healthy body weight and support your overall vitality. When you make a meal like a power [...]