FOOD AS MEDICINE Romesco sauce is a Spanish tomato-based sauce that is traditionally served with seafood but we think it pairs well with just about anything! It uses red bell peppers, tomatoes and a heavy hit of garlic as a base and almonds are added to give it a creamy texture and good punch of…
FOOD AS MEDICINE Squash blossoms can be eaten raw in salads or sauteed and are often battered and fried as an appetizer. They might look super delicate and fancy but once you get the hang of them you can whip up a batch of these in a flash and can stuff them ahead to save…
FOOD AS MEDICINE: We’ll be the first to admit that eating organs can be intimidating and come with a little bit of “yuck” factor, but it is a recommendation I come back to time and time again when talking about eating snout-to-tail, supporting optimal health and repleting nutrient deficiencies! Eating organs is one of the…
FOOD AS MEDICINE Tahini is a great substitute for nut butter in any recipe and can add fat and flavor while helping you mix up your real food keto regimen! Made from ground sesame seeds, it is a rich source of B vitamins including thiamin along with important minerals such as magnesium, zinc and calcium.…
FOOD AS MEDICINE Kale chips are a great way to satisfy a craving for a salty, crunchy snack while staying low carb. 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 fiber. Kale can also help to combat chronic…
FOOD AS MEDICINE Citrus is a rich source of bioflavanoids which can promote detoxification and fight against cancer. The nobiletin found in citrus peels and ascorbic acid (vitamin C) are compounds that have antiangiogenic properties virtually starving off the fuel source of tumors at the level of the vessel. The vitamin C found in lemon plays…
FOOD AS MEDICINE Avocado is a great source of the “grand-mama” antioxidant, glutathione, that plays a major role in immune function, cancer prevention, detox and beyond. Glutathione is found in every cell of the body and protects the cells from oxidative damage. More on how to boost glutathione in this blog! If you’re getting burned out on…
FOOD AS MEDICINE Plantains are very similar to bananas in terms of their nutritional properties, but when unripe they lend themselves better to savory preparations (treat them kind of like potatoes). This recipe is inspired by the plantain tostones (think a thick chip!) served with virtually ever meal in Colombia. Like bananas, plantains are a…
Our Favorite Keto-Friendly Super Bowl Recipes Let’s be honest, we’re just here for the snacks. Super Bowl parties can be a total carbohydrate blowout from beer to chips to pizza, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! As tempting as it is to consume unhealthy foods, it’s important to practice mindful indulgence during the festivities. The…
