Spirulina
Spirulina is single celled, cyanobacteria, or better known as blue-green algae. Spirulina contains nearly 60% protein making it a great candidate as a meat-alternative complete protein source. It is also … Continue reading
Chlorella
Chlorella, a single-celled, micro-algae, is one of the most powerful detoxification tools to eliminate accumulated toxins, including mercury, in your body. Chlorella’s small size combined with its unique properties makes … Continue reading
Toothpaste/Deodorant
Recipe: 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/4 cup org. baking soda 1/8 cup diatomaceous earth 1/8 cup arrow root powder 20-30 drops of peppermint essential oil Blend with hand mixer or … Continue reading
Buckwheat
While many people think that buckwheat is a cereal grain, it is actually a fruit seed that is related to rhubarb and sorrel making it a suitable substitute for … Continue reading
Lime Tahini Dressing
Ingredients: Zest and juice of one small lime ¼ cup of Sesame oil 2 Tbl. Tamari 2 Tbl. Raw tahini 1 Tbl. organic horseradish mustard 1 Tbl. raw honey or one date … Continue reading
Buddha Bowl
Ingredients: 1-1½ cups cooked organic brown rice ½ cup steamed broccoli heads (I steamed in water with a bit of Tamari) ½ cup chopped organic cremini or shitake mushrooms ½ … Continue reading
Radishes
Radishes are a cruciferous vegetable like broccoli and cauliflower. They typically have a strong peppery taste but it is this nutrient quality that brings great health benefits. The “heat” in … Continue reading
SALAD IN A JAR
When life gives you “CRAZY” make Salad in a Jar. Doing this one thing has saved me and my diet many times, especially when traveling. It is so easy! These … Continue reading
Heart Kidney Lung Smoothie
1/2 cup coconut water 1/2 cup filtered water 1 Tbl. coconut oil 1 Tbl. chia seeds 1 Tbl. moringa powder 1 small bunch of parsley leaves 1/3 piece of celery … Continue reading
The Pituitary Gland
The pituitary gland is a tiny gland located at the base of the brain. It is about the size of a pea and is located between the optic nerves. The … Continue reading
Manganese
Manganese is a trace mineral that helps the body convert protein and fat to energy. It also promotes normal bone growth, helps maintain healthy reproductive, nervous, and immune systems, and … Continue reading
Vanilla
Vanilla is known to assist in lowering blood pressure and in relaxing the nervous system of the body. It can also soothe restlessness, anger and anxiety which sometimes trigger insomnia. Raw vanilla also … Continue reading
Nutmeg
Nutmeg was used in ancient times by Roman and Greek civilizations as a type of brain tonic. It is known to effectively stimulate your brain and has therefore shown to help eliminate … Continue reading
Apple Cider Vinegar Healing Drink
Heal your body with this recipe: 6-8 oz. of warm filtered water (not microwaved) ½ – 1 T. Bragg’s Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) ½ T. of Raw honey (local … Continue reading
Leekchi
3 medium leeks about 2 cups thinly sliced 1 tsp. Himalayan salt 2 large garlic cloves chopped 1 T. finely grated ginger ½ tsp. each of cayenne pepper and pepper … Continue reading
My Diet Deconstructed
Better Nutrition Content in Raw Food Fruits, vegetables and plant foods are packed with nutrients, including vitamins, minerals and other health-promoting phytochemicals. Heating, however, destroys ALL ENZYMES, proteins are structurally … Continue reading
Soaking RAW nuts, grains, seeds, and legumes
Nature has set it up so that the nut, grain and seed may survive until proper growing conditions are present. Nature’s defense mechanism includes nutritional inhibitors and toxic substances that … Continue reading
Raw Pecan Turtle Bites
Base 1/2 cup almonds 1/2 cup Medjool dates (pitted) 2 T. coconut oil 3 T. (heaping) raw cacao 1 T. tahini 2 T. raw honey ½ tsp. Himalayan Salt … Continue reading
THRIVE VS. SURVIVE
To live vigorously and luxuriantly, to flourish Our body assembles approximately 80,000 different enzymes as the “work horses” of the body. Of those 80,000, fewer than 50 are digestive enzymes. We were designed to … Continue reading
Belief Becomes Your Biology
When we evaluate health choices, we cannot ignore the immense influence OUR BELIEFS have on body function. Thrive Coach also addresses client stress. Tools are provided to help clients … Continue reading
Tryptophan Deficiency
The main function of tryptophan is as a building block in protein synthesis (helps the body produce its own proteins). Dietary deficiency of tryptophan may cause the symptoms characteristic of … Continue reading
The Short Days of Winter and Vitamin D
Do you tend to hibernate in the winter? The sun sets (around 5:00 p.m.) and you no longer walk the park after dinner or run as many errands as you would … Continue reading
Raw Cookies
I have always been the family “baker”. Aunt Pam’s Christmas cookies were a tradition; both making and eating them. This is a tradition I had to finally let go. … Continue reading
Pecans
Pecans are naturally rich in the mineral zinc, an essential mineral for enzyme production and reproductive health. Zinc along with manganese can help the skin achieve a radiant complexion. Zinc is … Continue reading
Chocolate Pecan Truffles
Chocolate pecan coating: 1 ½ cups pecans 1 T. cinnamon 2 T. cacao powder 1 tsp. Himalayan salt Blend all ingredients in a food processor and set aside. Use unwashed … Continue reading
Raw Chocolate Raspberry Thumbprint Brownies
1 cup almond nut pulp (from almond milk) 1 cup cacao powder 1/4 cup hemp seed 1/3 cup coconut oil (organic/unrefined preferred) 1/3 cup tahini 1/2 cup date paste (low … Continue reading
Raspberry Fruit Leather
Spread Raspberry Chia Jam on to a paraflex sheet, carefully filling all holes and thin areas. Dehydrate for 8-10 hours (depending on the power of your dehydrator). Test by peeling back … Continue reading
Tis the Season for a Mini Re-Set
I am acutely aware of how easily an “event” can derail a healthy diet plan. And here we are, moving into the season of MANY EVENTS! I have personally designated … Continue reading
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