PUMPKIN CHIA SEED PUDDING RECIPE Fall in in full effect and we are starting to ramp up the intake of more warming seasonal foods. Pumpkin and winter squashes are some featured ingredients of the fall but they can often get disguised or bogged down by excessive sugar, refined flours, and other processed ingredients. Rather than…
SIMPLE DRESSED AVOCADO RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: A fun take on Tex-Mex flavor profiles provides support for metabolism and detox. The avocado contributes B vitamins and fatty acids that aid to manage stress response and reduce excess cortisol stress hormone, while the spice and zing of onions aid to boost metabolism and detoxification. This is…
BEAUTIFYING BLEND SMOOTHIE RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: Foods that Beautify include: fresh, fibrous, enzyme-rich plant foods that promotesoptimal organ function which in turn decreasesthe effects of aging to help you look more youthful and feel more vivacious! AVOCADO has healthy monounsaturated fat that moisturizes the skin. The fat also helps us absorb vitamins A, C, D, and…
BANANA BREAD SMOOTHIE RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: This smoothie is packed with folic acid, B vitamins, soluble fiber, plant sterols, anti-inflammatory omega 3 fats, immune supporting protein, and blood sugar regulation spice! Check out our blog on heart health to learn more! INGREDIENTS: ½ frozen banana 1/8 tsp vanilla extract 8oz almond milk, unsweetened 2…
AVOCADO DETOX SOUP RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: Cucumbers are incredibly hydrating, and staying adequately hydrated during the hotter months is crucial. It has a diuretic property (especially helpful in the dry summer months), which acts to flush toxins out of the body and maintain healthy tissue and skin. Cucumber is extremely low in calories and…
SMOKED SALMON THREE WAYS FOOD AS MEDICINE: Wild Salmon is full of heart healthy Omega 3 fatty acids and lean body mass fueling protein! Cured Salmon makes for a quick and easy snack or dinner and can be found prepackaged in the deli section of the super market! Here are a few recipe ideas using…
COCONUT MILK ICE CREAM RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: This creamy, dairy-free ice cream satisfies your sweet tooth while providing beneficial fats. Coconut milk contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCT), which work to tonify the adrenal glands, aid in sleep regulation, reduce stress as well as boost metabolism. While saturated fat once got a bad rap, we are…
KALE CHIPS 3 WAYS FOOD AS MEDICINE: Kale chips are a great way to satisfy a craving for a salty, crunchy snack while being low in both calories and carbohydrates. Even when baked into crispy chips, kale maintains its superfood status and is packed with Vitamins A, C and K as well as calcium and…
LIVER PILLS RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: Liver, which is often regarded as an old-school superfood, is making a resurgence in traditional foods communities, and rightly so! Grandma got something right—liver is incredibly rich in vitamins, minerals, quality protein and fat. It is particularly rich in nutrients that support optimal brain function, including the essential fatty…
