• ANTI-AGING MORNING MUFFINS

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    These muffins look a little scary, but actually make you look younger! They've become my favorite muffin to make not only because of the benefits… They taste AH-mazing! (more…)

  • DEHYDRATED ITALIAN MUSHROOMS

    Dehydrating veggies has become my new favorite way to prepare them! You keep all the nutrients because they're not being cooked at high temperatures. Plus these are loaded with flavor. (more…)

  • PUMPKIN CHAI LATTE

    Pumpkin Chai Tea Latte

     

    It's the time of year for pumpkin and this is one of my favorite ways to use it! If you haven't seen Foodbabe's article about Starbuck's Pumpkin Spice Lattes, you should check it out. Make this one at home and you'll reap benefits not chemicals! I make my Pumpkin Chai Latte with one of my favorite teas, Golden Chai Tea. (more…)

  • WHITE BEAN BASIL SALAD

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    This salad is so easy to throw together!  Not only is it packed with antioxidants, but contains a lot of protein & calcium!   (more…)

  • GREEN CACAO SMOOTHIE

    Green smoothies are a great way to start the day because, they not only energize you, but also help boost your mood!
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  • HISTORY & HEALTH BENEFITS OF JUJUBE FRUIT

    There are legends in some Asian countries that the smell of a jujube fruit made people fall in love. It was also used as a good luck charm with fertility for newlyweds.  Although they are also called red dates, Chinese dates, Korean dates or Indian dates, jujubes are not really related to dates. They just have similar texture and flavor.

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  • SPICED RED RICE VEGGIE ROLLS

    Yes, even if you're plant-based you can still have “sushi” rolls! I like to make things simple and this is probably the easiest roll ever! Especially when you have a Sushi Rolling Kit. I was a little intimidated when I set out to make a healthy roll and I laugh now because it really was very simple. (more…)

  • MEXICAN ZUCCHINI BITES

    Mexican Zucchini BitesI came up with this recipe while staring in the fridge, trying to figure out what I could make with the things I had in there…  (more…)

  • JICAMA LENTIL NACHOS

    Jicama Lentils Nachos

    Would it shock you to know that Nachos can be healthy!? YES! Make these Jicama Lentil Nachos! A Jicama is a great replacement for chips. Unlike chips, they are low in sodium and fat so they support heart health. They're filled with potassium, calcium and magnesium – all important minerals for our sustained health. Also, they have a nice crunch to them which make them even more like chips. This has become one of my go-to snacks! 

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  • CHOCOLATE DRIZZLED RICE CRISPY TREATS

    RICE CRISPY TREATS

    Most children love Rice Krispy Treats! I grew up eating them, but now that I know the chemicals and additives used, no way will I do that again! Things like corn syrup, artificial flavors and more… No Thanks! Rice Krispy cereal alone contains an ingredient that is banned in nearly every other country, but the US.
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  • MINT BERRY SLUSHIE

    Raspberry Mint Slushie

    This Mint Berry Slushie is a juice-like drink made in a blender. The main difference between “juicing” with a blender, like a vitamix, than a regular juicer is you keep all the pulp. This is good because you get all the fiber and nutrients.

    With a juicer you just get the nutrients.  It does take longer for the nutrients to absorb in your system when using the blender because of the pulp, but all in all they're both great for you! There are a lot of other differences between a juicer and blender that you can read here. (more…)

  • Mushroom and Tofu Feta Burger

    Portobello mushrooms are a great meat substitute. It's healthier for you and they're packed with nutritious benefits that you won't find in your ordinary burger. (more…)