Cashew Cheesecake Recipe

Cashew Cheesecake:

CRUST

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4 cups packed pitted dates

3 cup raw walnuts

1 cup raw almonds 

5 vegan Graham Crackers 

1 tsp Nutmeg 

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FILLING:

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6 cups raw cashews, quick-soaked

2 large lemons, juiced 

3 tbsp Lemon Zest

1/3 cup coconut oil, melted

1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk 

1/2 cup maple syrup (or honey if not vegan)

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1. Blend crust ingredients together in a food processor or blender

2. Lightly grease a cheesecake springform pan or a cake pan. Line the bottom with crust mixture and go as far up the sides as you can. Press down with wax paper and place in freezer

3. Add all filling mixture to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Add more maple syrup or honey if needed. 

4. Remove crust from freezer and add filling. 

5. Freeze for at least 10 minutes if you want to serve immediately or overnight to completely set.

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I love dressing this vegan Cashew Cheesecake with edible flowers. It’s rich and full of flavor! Yum!

Generational Cycles of Well-being

 

 

One of the biggest misconceptions is that the health of a child starts when they are born. The health of a child begins with what their mother eats when they are pregnant. A child’s development in the womb is based on the nutrition the mother eats, their lifestyle and mental well-being during pregnancy.  A child’s developmental issues, allergies, and health are all pre determined by these factors in conjunction with genetics. The cycle of well being starts at conception and continues through childhood into adolescence and then adulthood. You can directly correlate the health of a child and their  development with studies conducted on the affects of eating particular foods and lifestyle.  Then take into account genetic triggers and you can clearly see the generational cycles of well-being. 

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While there may be exceptions to the rules with why some children can have zero injuries with vaccines while other do and while one child may been born completely healthy and a sibling  has developmental issues, it all comes down to chemical reactions during development and since no two dna are the same either are the chemical reactions to nutrition, lifestyle and genetic triggers. 

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You can not control wether the dna will have a positive or negative reaction to a hormone in animals products or a preservative in processed foods but you can control not exposing that dna to something that holds a risk. 

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Creating a lifestyle and nutrition that does not include consumption associated with developmental  risks and disease like animal products, processed foods, synthetic vitamins, food dyes and GMO’s removes the likelihood of continuing the vicious cycle of generational diseases and obesity. 

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Look at your families genetics and look up the foods that cause the diseases your family has a history of developing and avoid them, then look up the foods that prevent those diseases and eat them. Every person has a chance to create health and well being and breaking this cycle by controlling their nutrition and living a healthy lifestyle that including being active physically and working on mental well-being with consistency and the desire to make life better for the next generation.

Benefits of Carrot Juice

Raw Earth Medicine: 

The Benefits of Carrot Juice

1. Improves Vision: 

The abundance of vitamin A in carrot juice can help improve your sight 

2. Improves Immunity And Controls Heart Diseases: 

Beta-carotene makes it a rich source of vitamin A. It also helps improve the immune system. The daily intake can prevent the onset of heart diseases and strokes

3. Reduces Cholesterol:  

The potassium present in carrot juice can reduce cholesterol levels. 

4. Liver Health: 

It is good for the liver as it reduces fat and bile in it. Carrot juice cleanses and detoxifies the liver. Toxins in the liver are released from the system and excreted after regular consumption of carrot juice. The bloodstream cannot rid the body of toxins and bile through the kidneys. This has to be ejected from the skin. Carrot juice aids this process and ensures harmful bile is removed from the body. 

5. Reduces Risk of Diabetes: 

The Potassium, along with manganese and magnesium in Carrot Juice stabilizes blood sugar level, thus helping to reduce the risk of diabetes.

6. Aids In Clotting Of Blood: 

Vitamin K present in carrot juice helps blood to clot.

7. Skin Health: 

Heals External Wounds, hydrates skin, defends against sun damage, is anti aging and reduces skin scaring 

8. Prevents Acne: 

Since it is high in essential oils, it also helps prevent acne by detoxifying your body 

9. Oral Health: 

Vitamin C helps to heal wounds and keeps the gums healthy.

10. Prevents Cancer: 

It also acts like an anti-cancer agent. Increased intake of carotenoids in carrot juice has been said to decrease instances of bladder, prostate, colon and breast cancer 

11. Bone and Muscle Health: 

Vitamin K, present in Carrot juice is essential for the protein building process in the body. It also helps in the binding of calcium that in turn leads to the faster healing of broken bones Potassium present in carrot also helps to improve bone health. Vitamin A helps our body to heal after a strenuous workout and aid in muscle growth. Phosphorous in carrot juice builds, repairs, and maintains muscle

12. Increases Metabolism: 

Carrot Juice also contains a large amount of Vitamin B complexes which help in breaking down glucose, fat and protein. Helping in building muscle, increasing our metabolism resulting in weight loss. Vitamin B complexes reduce stress and depression, which can contribute to emotional eating. 

13. Increases Oxygen And Energy:

 The high amount of Iron in carrot juice can increase the oxygen carrying capacity of the body, improving cardiovascular health and abilities. The Phosphorous helps the body to use up more energy while doing work outs which produces endorphins and increased energy levels  

14. Lactation: 

Carrot juice intake during pregnancy improves the quality of their breast milk

15. Prenatal Health: 

Prevents Infections In Unborn Child. Since vitamin A helps in cell growth it is especially beneficial in fetal growth.  When taken during the last 3 months of pregnancy, it reduces the chance of infection in the child 

The benefits of carrot juice go beyond what's listed above. The Magnesium and Manganese present in Carrot Juice can stabilize sugar levels and help to reduce weight due to diabetes. The large amount of fiber, aids in digestion and cleanses the body.  For optimum health Carrot juice should be a staple in your nutrition and full wellness.  It cleanses the body and rids it of any toxins, aiding in weight health and full organ health. Fresh raw carrot juice cleanses the digestive tract of toxins, waste, indigestible material, which in turn cures and prevents obesity, heart diseases, liver toxicity diseases, cancer and promotes oral, organ, brain and skin health. We highly recommend adding a glass of Carrot Juice to your daily nutrition. 

Raw Chocolate Truffles

Raw Chocolate Truffles:

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8 Medjool Dates (add more if needed)

3 tbsp @navitasnaturals Cacao Powder

2 tbsp Raw Honey or Maple Syrup

1 tsp Cinnamon 

1 tsp Nutmeg

1 drop of Pure Lemon Extract

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1. Blend ingredients in food processor until it forms a log. 

2. Form into balls 

3. Roll balls in Hemp Heart, Coconut Shreds or Cacao Nibs! 

Rich and chocolatey delicious! 

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This delicious recipe has 6 ingredients and packed full of nutrients, vitamins and essential minerals. It may taste like a delicious treat but it feeds your body fast using energy nutrition!

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Rocket Fuel Libido Juice

Rocket Fuel Libido Juice
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5 Carrots
1 inch Ginger Root
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Best cold pressed! (1 Serving)
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Before you go reaching for a little blue pill give Rocket Fuel Libido Juice a try.  You can literally feel it work within 20 minutes and if you add it to your daily routine, you’ll feel like a 16 year old again!  The combination of carrot and ginger helps to reduce the cause of Erectile Dysfunction!
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Ginger: Helps to increase dilation in blood vessels and improve circulation.  According to the “Physicians’ Desk Reference for Herbal Medicines,” the active compounds in ginger are gingerol, shogaol and zingiberene. Gingerol compounds have been shown to have positive effect on blood vessels health! .
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Carrot: Helps to treat erectile dysfunction because low potassium level and reduced level of Vitamin E are associated with the advent of ED. The constriction of blood vessels that hamper the smooth circulation of blood can also be one of the reasons behind this condition. A diet rich in potassium and vitamin E can help to fight these issues and carrots contain significant amounts of potassium and Vitamin E. Drinking carrot juice is a concentrated way to help to supplement your diet with these vitamins,reducing the effects of ED. Antioxidants in carrots also slow down the aging process which help in age-related erectile dysfunction.
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Eat well.  Live Well. Play Hard. Naturally!
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Chronic Pain

Last week I was given a devastating blow!  I was told by all medical professionals that I'm currently seeing that basically it's time to just come to terms with the fact that I'm going to need two more surgeries.  A new orthopedic doctor looked at me during a consultation for a pain management epidural and said it's been two years since you were hit by the car, you've had five cervical epidurals already.  If you think that i'm going to give you the six magical epidural that suddenly fixes everything, than I'm sad to tell you, you're sorely mistaken.  He refused to do anything but refer to me to a surgeon for a consultation.  Now, I face having my hip operated on again because I have major symptoms that should be gone by now and they want to slice my neck open through the front to fix my spine!  I'm honestly terrified. I could go through all of this and end up worse or I could have to live like this forever.  I've cried my heart out over it but as long as I keep my stress levels down I can keep the terror from occupying my mind. I don't take any pain medication so the mental strength I use to stay positive is very emotional and very deep. It's like the Ancient Greek mythology story of the man tied to the rock and a bird pecks at him for eternity. That's what it's like living with chronic  pain.  

Through out this journey I have found a routine of using alternative measures along with holistic nutrition to take the edge off and make sure that the rest of me is in tip top optimum health. I would like to share with everybody a day in my life combating chronic pain and supporting optimum health with physical restrictions: 

Wake up Marijuana Joint: curbs pain, numb limbs, spasms and stiffness 

Turn on music to keep my mind positive. Pain is less noticeable when you're singing a George Michael song. 

Breakfast: all you can eat! 

Grapefruit: curbs appetite, reduces cholesterol, support heart health, positively influences blood lipid                    levels 

Pineapple: packed with vitamin C as well as other vital nutrients and minerals, it also contains an       enzyme called Bromelain which effectively helps joint pain, arthritis, inflammation and surgical recovery 

Dates:  fiber, potassium, manganese, magnesium, copper, b6 

Cold Pressed Turmeric Latte: mix 1 tablespoon each of honey, cinnamon and turmeric with hot water and cold pressed coffee

Benefits: anti-inflammatory, lubricates joints, pain killer and a little caffeine to offset the sluggishness pain gives you! 

15/30 minutes: Cool Therapy icing to reduce pain and inflammation and get my leg and neck ready to bare the day 

15/30 minutes: Epsom salt bath to reduce inflammation

Now I'm ready to get my blood pumping so the properly functioning parts of my body get some cardiovascular work, so they can support the rest of what's going on. I smoke marijuana prior so I can do this without increased pain. Since I cannot do anything with impact, I will do 1hr of Ballet (cardio barre), stationary bike or mild incline hike as well as some hand weights. My pain is still present during these activities but because of the morning routine, it doesn't increase. While I'm moving, I know it's there but mentally I feel a release I desperately need.

Post "work out"-

Greens Juice: cucumber, kale, collard greens, spinach, celery, cayenne, ginger, lemon and apple. 

Benefits: nutrients, minerals, anti-inflammatory 

30 minutes: Cool therapy Machine to reduce pain 

15/20 minutes: Epsom salt bath 

Now, I have about an hour or maybe two where I try to accomplish a blog post, or office tasks I need to do. It's very hard for me to sit still because it hurts and my body has spasms and ticks and I constantly have to reposition. 

Lunch: 

6 cups or more- Greens (spinach, romaine, arugula): high water content to reduce inflammation, iron, B vitimans, blood health, heart health, protein

Garbanzo Beans: fiber, protein

Cucumbers: high water content to reduce inflammation, detoxes body 

Beets: detox, blood health, minerals, vitimans, mental health, digestive health

Tomato: anti-oxydents, immune system support 

Curry spice: joint lubricant, cardiovascular health 

Dressing: balsamic or red vinegar mixed with sweet hot mustard And pepper...

32 oz home brewed - muscle recovery tea with turmeric

The afternoon is usually a doctors appointment, physical therapy or some sort of treatment to help me feel better or try to fix the issues. I smoke marijuana before any of these activities so I can do them. 

Snack: Green Juice: Greens Juice: cucumber, kale, collard greens, spinach, celery, cayenne, ginger, lemon and apple. 

Benefits: nutrients, minerals, anti-inflammatory 

30-60 minutes Hot tub: increases circulation, jets help sooth spasms and soreness

Dinner:  This is where I get a little break from having to eat to support my issues!  I either eat high fat/high protein or high carb/low fat!  This purely comes down to food combining. If I eat high carb high fat, I swell up and my stomach hurts so I seldomly do that.  So it's either a ribs or meat/veggies or pasta or grains/veggies! Always all you can eat! Sometimes I have an alcohol drink with dinner if I want to.  This is the time where I usually find my pleasure factor with eating. A lot of the time I feel the impacts of these choices immensely the next morning or immediately after but I need the joy that comes with pleasure eating to give my life balance and satisfy my palletes desires. If I didn't have this 20% of pleasure from food I would explode. It's natural for us to want to eat for pleasure so finding this balance has enabled me to maintain a healthy weight, body and mind.

After dinner I usually take a medicated edible that eventually puts me to sleep for about 10 hrs which is the only time I kinda get a break from pain! 

I know it all sounds like a chore and terrible to have to do day in and day out, I do mix in fun activities but one day away from this take 2 days to get back to bare able. A lot of people think I'm anti social but the truth is when you live with chronic pain you want to be alone a lot so people don't see you hurt. You have to plan and build yourself up for events and prepare for the recovery time from the exertion but this is all better than being addicted to narcotics and having no chance to get better. I have to protect myself from inexcusably stress and all of the things that doctors say can cause us ailments because it's all true and my body and mind are so vulnerable to them. 

I could dwell on what's happened and stop living but instead I choose to use what I can to manage with what I'm faced with until a time comes along where I am better. I know what serves me and what doesn't because I do the work to live the best I can with circumstances I am faced with. 

4 Step Guideline to Physical Therapy

"My style is wild and you know that it still is

Disco bag schlepping and you're doing the bump

Shake your rump" - Beastie Boys

In the last few weeks I've been shakin' my rump and working very hard at reversing the muscle atrophy in my booty and my left leg from my hips surgeries and recovery over the last 4 years. Having my bones shaved twice in an 8 month time period added an extra hurdle to overcome. I have years of atrophy which starts at 2 weeks of inactivity plus 2 years of bone healing from each surgery date ahead of me. By systematically strengthening the muscles and being patient, I am starting to see improvements in the atrophied areas. I've used these 4 steps as a guideline to my physical therapy: 

1. Isometric exercises 

To improve circulation and increase strength in the atrophied muscle. Isometric exercises involve contracting the muscle for a few seconds at a time

2. Range of Motion:

Progressing to range of motion exercises that involve joint movement without adding resistance

3. Light resistance 

Progressing to light resistance such as small hand weights or resistance tubes in order to begin rebuilding your lost muscle mass. Adding resistance gradually to avoid injury or straining .

4. Increasing resistance:

Slowly progressing to adding more resistance, moderately,  include more heavier free weights and weight machines. Start including more functional movements into your exercise program. For example, squats and step-ups will to build up atrophied quadriceps muscles, as well as bicep curls and overhead presses to strengthen atrophied muscles in the upper body.

Recovering from an injury takes patience, time, proper physical therapy and nutrition. If you do the work, in time you will see the results and be able to come out of it even stronger and healthier! 

#booty #shakeyourrump #workout #fitness #healing #recovery #bonehealth #resistancetraining #strengthtraining #physicaltherapy #patience #time #holistichealth #holisticnutrition #holistichealing #werk #🍑#longhair #messyhairdontcare #rawearthmedicine

Serrano Margarita

A little holistic nutrition drinking tip: Avoid a hangover by staying hydrated. If you’re like me, drinking water while having cocktails usually eludes me so I add muddled cucumber or high water content fruits to my drinks to offset the dehydrating affect of alcohol!  Cheers! .

Serrano Margarita

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4 oz fresh lime juice 

4 oz Club Soda 

1.5 oz Tequila 

1 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice 

3 slices of Serrano Pepper 

1⁄4 cup Diced cucumber 

2 sprigs of cilantro or basil

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1. Muddle Cilantro/Basil, Cucumber, Serrano Pepper and Lime Juice. 

2. Add Lemon Juice, Tequila, Club Soda and Enjoy!

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Spicy and Delicious this margarita will spice up your festivities without the hangover. Adding cucumber increases the water content of the drink and the absence of added sugar helps make this drink less likely to give you a hangover, within reason of course!  Have 2 and you’ll feel divine but if you have 9 obviously the next day you won’t feel fine. Stay hydrated and drink responsibly! Cheers! 

Sweet Greens Bowl

Sweet Greens Bowl

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2 cups Pineapple

1 cup Mango

1 cup Apple 

2 cup Spinach

1 cup Cucumber

1 cup Dandelion 

1 cup Chard 

1 cup Orange Juice

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Blend all ingredients in the blender. Pour into a bowl and top with coconut shreds, cacao nibs, granola and pineapple!

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This delicious bowl is packed with vitamins and nutrients that will give your body energy as well as help to reduce inflammation while boosting the immune system. Its also extremely delicious! 

Being a holistic nutritionist!

Being a holistic nutritionist is like explaining to a child over and over again, why they can't eat glue. But it's adults.

And they were taught glue is good for them. An education paid for by the glue companies.  

With studies that say glue isn't so bad.  Studies paid for by the glue companies. 

Then everyone wonders why their bodies aren't lasting and they're getting sick. 

You're filled with glue. How did you expect it to turn out?  

But wait. 

We have a glue reducer pill that allows your body to function on glue. The side affects are: it will destroy what isn't destroyed by the glue already but you will live maybe a few months longer, in agony but you can still eat your glue a little bit longer. 

New studies prove that glue is acceptable to eat if you take the glue reducer pill. A study paid for by the pharmaceutical and glue companies.

Replace glue with chemicals, meat, dairy and pharmaceuticals. 

That's how cancer, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, obesity, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, Cardiovascular Disease, Autism, ADD, ADHD; etc, Exists. 

It's why there is a pill for everything. 

You might as well be eating glue.

It's really simple!  What you eat either keeps you alive or kills you!  Don't eat glue. 

Blueberry Granola Parfait

Blueberry Granola Parfait

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16 oz Coconut Non Dairy Yogurt Kefir 

8 oz Coconut Water (or Almond Milk) 

3 tbsp Chia Seeds

2 tbsp Honey (or Maple Syrup)

1 cup Blueberries 

2 cups Granola 

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(4 servings)

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1. Mix Kefir, Coconut Water, Honey, and Chia Seeds in a pourable bowl or measuring cup. 

2. In your serving cups add a layer of fruit then a layer of granola then a layer of the Kefir mixture until your cup is full. 

3. Place in the fridge for 2-4 hours to set or you can eat it immediately if you want but it tastes like heaven when it's set nicely and chilled.

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This delicious parfait is packed with nutrition.  Kefir is easily digested and it cleanses the intestines, provides beneficial bacteria and yeast, vitamins and minerals, and complete proteins. Kefir is such a balanced and nourishing food, it contributes to a healthy immune system and has been used to help patients suffering from AIDS, chronic fatigue syndrome, herpes, and cancer. Its tranquilizing effect on the nervous system has benefited many who suffer from sleep disorders, depression, and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). The benefits of combining Blueberries, a powerful antioxidant and Kefir help reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, while aiding in digestion, improving blood glucose control especially in diabetics, lowering blood pressure, and improving wound healing.

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Talk about a meal for champions!  People championing for their that is!!! So yummy and so good for you!

Fruit Fuels Good Health

Fruit fuels good health!  Don’t fear the fruit! Fruit provides the body with essential vitamins and minerals that help contribute to overall good health while certain fruits help keep specific bodily functions operating seamlessly. This chart is a great reference for the benefits of fruit.

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When you look at the overall comparison of what fruit provides the body verses what protein does for the body, it’s clear that your intake of fruit needs to be higher than your intake of protein in order for your body not to develop diseases. Keep your body running like a well oiled machine by making sure you have enough fruit in your nutrition! 

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The Peachy Mango Smoothie

The Peachy Mango

2 cups Peaches

2 cups Mango

4 Medjool Dates 

1 cup Pineapple Juice 

1/2 cup Fresh Mint

1 cup ice (optional) 

Blend all ingredients and enjoy! 

A delicious smoothie with a refreshing tropical taste and it feeds your body an amazing amount of vitamins and protects your body with its high level of antioxidants! 

Cocktails!? Add a little Malibu Rum and an umbrella for a tropical adult treat on a warm Spring day! Yum! 

Chipotle Falafel Bowl

Chipotle Falafel Bowl 

Cabbage Salad:

2 cups Shredded Cabbage

1 cup  Shredded Carrots

1 diced Orange Pepper

1 tsp Grated Ginger Root 

1 tsp Liquid Aminos

Mix all ingredients in your serving bowl. This will be the base salad for this dish. 

Ginger Pickled Cucumbers:

3 cups Distilled Vinegar 

1 cup @delish_spices Pickling Spice

3 cups Sliced Cucumbers

2 inches Sliced Ginger Root 

1 tsp Liquid Smoke

1 tsp Liquid Aminos

Place all ingredients in a bowl with a cover then place in the fridge to chill for a minimum of 15 minutes. 

Chipotle Falafel Patty

1 can Organic Preservative Free Garbanzo Beans

1 tsp Minced Habanero Pepper

1 tbsp Smoked Chipotle Pepper

1 tbsp Garlic Powder

1 tbsp Yellow Curry

1 tsp Cumin

1 tsp thyme 

1 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp Vanilla

1 pinky nail drop - Coconut Oil

Quinoa Flour 

Pulse all ingredients, except for the quinoa flour, in a food processor. Once all the ingredients are finely pulsed start adding 1 tbsp of Quinoa Flour at a time until the mixture forms a crumbly looking dough that will form into Patties. If the dough is too crumbly you keep adding flour until it isn't. You can always add more coconut oil as a binder but, I prefer to use as little as possible. 

Form into Patties and place in the fridge for a min of 20 minutes. 

Cooking options:

You can absolutely eat this raw! 

Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes

- this is the healthiest way to make this recipe

Pan Bake: Using an expeller cooking oil spray, I used Avocado Oil Spray, spray your pan and heat it until its sizzling. Cook patty for one minute on each side or until brown 

- the minimal amount of oil in the cooking spray adds fat to the dish and the heated oil becomes a carcinogen which mildly raises your risk for cancer. It's still a healthier way to prepare this dish

Pan Fry: Add a thin layer of oil to your pan and heat until sizzling. Submerge patty in the oil and fry until crisp on each side. 

- the high fat from the oil and frying has turned a healthy Falafel Patty into a fatty splurge of a patty. 

Layer your bowl with the cabbage salad then add the Pickled Cucumber, Falafel Patties and Garnish with Avocado. 

This dish can be prepared in the healthiest way to feed your body delicious nutrition or can be made in a decadent fatty way. 

By making small changes in how you prepare a meal, you can really make a huge impact on your weight, your immune system and your overall health. 

Learn when to splurge, learn how to be healthy 

And create a lifestyle you can live with!

Garlic Mushroom Peppers

Garlic Mushroom Peppers

3 cups Sliced Bella Mushrooms

1 Sliced Red Pepper

1 Sliced Yellow Pepper 

1 Sliced Orange Pepper

1/2 White Onion

10 minced Garlic Cloves

1/4 cup chopped Fresh Dill

1/4 cup chopped Fresh Parsley

1 tsp Fennel Seeds

Heat your frying pan with either a cooking spray or 1/4 cup of water and then add minced Garlic and Onions. Once the Garlic starts to brown add the mushrooms and peppers. Stir until Mushrooms are soft then add Dill, Parsley and Fennel Seeds. Sauté for 2 more minutes and serve! 

This is an amazing side dish or can be used in many recipes like fajitas, pasta and rice dishes. Dress it up with curry spices for an Indian Style dish or add Basil with some Nutritional Yeast to make it an Italian dish or maybe a dash of coconut sugar and soy sauce for a Teriyaki taste. The possibilities are endless. 

Nutrition tip: By adding Fennel seeds to this dish it reduces the acid from the onions making it impossible to get heartburn or gas from this dish! 

Anti-Inflammatory Latte Health Benefits

Raw Earth Medicine:

Anti-Inflammatory Latte

2 tbsp Honey

1 tbsp Cinnamon

1 tbsp Turmeric 

8 oz Hot Liquid - water, tea, coffee 

Put ingredients in bottom of a mug and pour the hot liquid over them and stir

Add a dash of nutmeg and vanilla to spice up this latte even more and Enjoy! 

How it works: 

1. Turmeric -

A potent anti-inflammatory spice, which protects against oxidative stress. Research has suggested that turmeric and its anti-oxidative ingredient, curcumin, can help reduce inflammation, help heal wounds, relieve pain, contribute to weight loss, prevent cancer and long term use has been known to change the bodies composition to continually reduce inflammation and improve cellular health. 

2. Cinnamon - 

Contains large amounts of highly potent polyphenol antioxidants which protect the body from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. The antioxidants in cinnamon have anti-inflammatory effects, which may also help lower the risk of disease. Cinnamon also has been known to suppress the appetite and can be used as an alternative to sugar and sweeteners. 

3. Honey - 

Possesses antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Honey has been known to help heal wounds, control acid reflux, reduce stomach inflammation and reduce allergy symptoms. (*studies are still being conducted to scientifically show the benefits on a molecular level but historically honey has been known to benefit the aforementioned ailments)

Combining Honey, Turmeric and Cinnamon creates a powerful anti inflammatory compound.  This compound has been known to reduce inflammation, swelling, pain, rheumatoid arthritis, gastric inflammation, improve circulation and is also a good tool for cancer prevention as it lowers oxidative stress from free radicals. 

This should be a staple in your morning routine and you will feel the benefits within one week of daily consumption. 

Watch how you no longer need anti-inflammatory pharmaceuticals after you switch to this Latte! 

Mmmm Papaya the super fruit for breakfast!

Papaya is what's for breakfast! 

They're not only beautifully vibrant and taste like the luscious tropics but they are a rich source of antioxidant nutrients such as carotenes, vitamin C and flavonoids; the B vitamins, folate and pantothenic acid; and the minerals, potassium, copper, and magnesium; and fiber.

Papaya is a natural remedy for many ailments, including atherosclerosis, heart disease, and rheumatoid arthritis, and they help keep your digestive and immune systems healthy. The flavonoid beta carotene in papaya has been proven in multiple studies to help protect against lung and mouth cancers. Other flavonoids in Papaya have potent antioxidant properties against free radicals and degenerative diseases. 

Papayas contain 212 amino acids and several enzymes, including papain, a proteolytic enzyme that has an anti-inflammatory effect on the stomach, including  swelling and fever that can develop post-surgery. Papain helps proteins digest faster, which discourages acid reflux, and has proven it's effectiveness in treating ulcers and even relieving irritable bowel syndrome. Papaya seeds have been used in holistic medicine for decades to treat parasite and ringworm infections. 

Papaya is really a super fruit and your body will thank you for eating it, with good health! 

Tabouli Salad Recipe

This tabouli salad is not only delicious it's also very nutritious!

Health Benefits:

1. Parsley: Parsley is rich in many vital vitamins, including Vitamin C, B 12, K and A. This means parsley keeps your immune system strong, tones your bones and heals the nervous system, too. It helps flush out excess fluid from the body, thus supporting kidney function. Regular use of parsley can help control your blood pressure.

2. Tomatoes: Tomatoes are also an excellent source vitamin C, biotin, molybdenum, and vitamin K. They are also a very good source of copper, potassium, manganese, dietary fiber, vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), vitamin B6, folate, niacin, vitamin E, and phosphorus. They help boost your immune system and can contribute to defending your body against free radicals that lead to common illnesses like the flu and colds.

3. Bulgur: Bulgur is low in fat, high in minerals like manganese, magnesium and iron, plus it's a good source of plant-based protein. It also provides a the dietary fiber you need for digestive and heart health! 25% of your daily needs in every one-cup serving!

4. Lemon Juice: High in vitiman C, lemons are wonderfully detoxing while providing the body with immune boosting nutrients. 

This salad is made with fresh whole foods that are chemical free non GMO and amazing for your health. It's also ridiculously delicious! 

Here’s our YouTube tutorial on how to make this delicious and nutritious salad:

https://youtu.be/d52935QRjmE

Pizza Sauce

Pizza Sauce Recipe

1 cup diced tomatoes 

10 minced garlic cloves

1 diced serrano pepper

1/4 cup diced white onion

1/4 cup shredded basil

1/4 cup chopped parsley

1/2 cup Finely diced portobello mushroom (optional)

6 oz organic tomato paste

3 oz distilled vinegar

4 oz water (add more for thinner sauce)

Spicy and heated option add:

1 tablespoon crushed red pepper

1 tablespoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon dried basil

Use either a teaspoon of olive oil or Spectrum Expeller Coconut Oil Cooking Spray to grease pot.

Sauté: Garlic, Onion, Serrano Peoper, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Basil and Parsley until the onions start to brown. Add tomato paste, distilled vinegar and water. Raise head and stir until it starts to bubble/boil then lower the head to a simmer. You can leave the sauce thick or you can add water to thin it out. The longer it simmers the more the blended the ingredients get. If you want to spice it up add the dried ingredients while the sauce simmers! 

I like a chunkier sauce so I keep it as is but you can add more water and simmer for longer for a thinner sauce! 

Fresh, natural and delicious homemade sauce in less than 10 minutes. Yum! 

Quinoa "MeatBalls" Recipe

Quinoa "Meatballs" Recipe:

2 cups Quinoa 

1/2 Cup Portobello Mushroom

1/2 Cup Red Pepper

1/4 Cup White Onion 

1/2 Cup Parsley

5 oz Tomato Paste

1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke

1 packet Simply Organic Spicy Chili 

Grease Pan - 1 tsp Avocado Seed Oil

Drizzle "Meatballs" lightly with Avocado Seed oil before Baking

Bake: 350 for 20 minutes or longer for crispier balls!

This is a well balanced and nutritious meal.  The ingredients are all beneficial to your health and feed your body a great amount of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates and protein. It's low in fat, vegan, has no GMO's, has a low amount of processing chemicals, is gluten free and has an absolutely delicious smokey flavor.  

Cooking tip: I keep a few extra Simply Organic spice packets on hand. They make it easy for me to put together a healthy meal on a night where I don't feel like having to think up what to make but want something flavorful, healthy and satisfying.