3 Spicy Chili Recipes from One Vegan Base recipe

Raw Earth Medicine: 

3 Easy Spicy Chili Recipes one Vegan Base

Vegan Recipe Base: 

2 c Kidney Beans

2 c Cannellini Beans

2 c Black Beans

2 c Chickpeas (garbanzo beans)

1 c Chopped White Onion

1 c Chopped Basil

5 oz Tomato Paste

1 packet @simplyorganicfoods Spicy Chili (⬅️keep on hand. No GMO or chemicals)

16oz - Water/Low Sodium Vegetable stock

(Add more liquid for desired thickness)

Sauté Onions in pot to soften a little 

Add water/stock

Add tomato paste

Bring to a boil then add remaking ingredients including spice packet 

Simmer for 5 minutes and serve 

You can dress this recipe any way you like it. 

1. Vegan: top with basil and chopped peppers and serve over mung beans and black rice 

- low in fat and calories paired with mung beans and black rice which are one of the highest sources of protein! There are No GMO's or Chemicals in this dish. This is a perfect healthy meal with no negative attributes that you can eat in abundance. 

2. Vegetarian: top with basil, tomato and fresh mozzarella serve over brown rice or mung beans and black rice

 - Mozzarella adds lactose, chemicals from processing and fat to the dish which will mildly alter the calories and health benefits of the dish. A well balanced healthy meal. 

3. Pleasure Food: 

add Grass Fed Filet Mignon with no hormones

Top with Cheddar Cheese, basil and spicy peppers serve over brown rice or mung beans and black rice 

- high in saturated fat, protein and calories with some chemicals from the processed cheese, this meal is a treat and should be eaten as such. . Over consumption leads to high cholesterol, heart disease and possibly cancer 

From the vegan base recipe these three versions exemplify that you can pick and choose what you want to add to it making it either super healthy, somewhere in the middle or a total treat

By learning how what you do to a dish affects your health, you can take your health into your hands and create a lifestyle that you can live with. 

Servings: 4 

Why I think taking pain and nerve medications is like giving up.

Pain

When do you come to the point in your recovery or ailment that you just accept that you will always be in pain? It's just your reality. Your obstacle to endure and persist to work through. Can we just accept that the repercussion from something has changed our whole life. How do we use our minds to move on to another level of comfort. Make our negative reality a positive. 

While dealing with chronic pain from my accident, I will not allow myself to become addicted to pills. Once you start using pain  and nerve medications, I think you are giving up hope of being able to make your body heal itself. 

The human body is a miraculous thing and if we treat it as such and feed it properly, it can heal and repair itself beyond our wildest dreams. If scientists can regenerate cells on their own with a chemical reaction in a dish, then you have to be aware of how much more powerful the body is. 

Throughout my journey doctors have been telling me that things are in my head. For 15 months after my accident, I was hit by a car while riding my bike, I walked around, tried to resume my life, and did physical therapy with bone on bone in my hip joint. From the impact of my hip on the ground, it shattered some bones and those fragments landed on my femur. The violence of the seat lodging where the sun don't shine tearing my hip labrum.  Eventually where my hip joint and femur were touching bone bumps developed.  Every step I took my hip joint and femur would grind against each other and my hip would try to go over where the bone bumps were, like it was off-roading on my femur. Doctors told me I wasn't really feeling that and it was something called Bursitis. I was injected 6 times into my bursa and it just landed me on crutches for a week after each injection. 

When you are going through test after test and Doctor after Doctor is telling you that you don't feel and hear a grinding with every step you take, you dig real deep to find the confidence and self reliance to fight on.  Your family and friends even doubting you because you look fine. You have to become the most honest version of yourself. You evaluate anything that causes you stress or could be toxic for you and you remove that from your life because you honestly don't have time for that bullshit.  This is your mental medicine. You're not taking a pill to eliminate the affects stress has on your symptoms. You're removing that actual cause of your stress and life becomes easier to handle. You find the truth in what really matters to you in this life because you want to live in heaven while dealing with pain not live in hell and try to be comfortable there. You find the simple joy in life and make that your heaven which leaves a lot of people, foods and behaviors in the dust. People feel hurt but you want to live in the truth to find solutions for your pain and if they don't live there too; it's toxic for you. 

I knew then and now, that if I took all the pills that they were pushing on me that I would never be able to solve the grinding. My left leg felt dead, it still does today and there was no way that they weren't missing something. I started to notice that my high protein diet was making me swell and stiff. I started reading more about holistic nutrition so I could still feel my body but reduce the pain and things that I could do naturally to combat my symptoms. If you use pharmaceuticals you can't feel and if you can't feel, you will never heal.  I decided to use marijuana for pain which makes life a lot slower and slightly more manageable. It's like living on the edge of bearable which is better than no relief. As I started to read about the affects of high protein diets and started to eliminate processed foods, dairy and limit my animal product intake. I was able to reduce some of the painful symptoms but was also able to feel my bodies issues a lot more. I was eliminating anything that could make me think I was feeling things I wasn't.  I took every tip to heart and followed every advice I was given.  Doctors wanting to continuously poke me with injections for false diagnosis. All the while still having major neck problems and nerve pains but my main focus was my hip. I knew there was something really wrong. 

Going back to a doctor who tells you that maybe things are in your head, is a very mentally challenging thing, especially when you're dealing with pain management without pharmaceuticals. Sometimes using them to give you a break for a day to do something you really want but only to have to go back to full pain the next day. I wouldn't say I found religion but I have definitely been directed to focus on the grace and divinity of my soul. You have to really learn how to perceive the world in a positive light; in spite of it. Focus on the good to drown out the bad, find your purpose and be willing to make an effort to make yourself live in that state. The true inner dialogue, the truth of who you are and what you want in life in order to overcome your reality to be strong and actually be and feel happiness while feeling pain. 

After 15 month of testing my doctor gives me my 6th injection into my bursa, a pocket along side the hip and says that it's time to remove my bursa because it's chronically inflamed and that's probably what's going on. This surgery would leave a large scar across my hip. Knowing this was wrong in my heart, I asked my dad to get me in to see another Orthopedist for a 5th opinion. 

This doctor listen to me. Months of what felt like screaming for anyone to believe me. He did. He did a diagnostic injection and ordered a contrast MRI from a different angle.  There it was. A fully torn labrum and bone on bone in my hip joint with the bone bumps. I wasn't crazy. It wasn't in my head. I cried. I never backed down. I may have had doubts. But I did everything I was suppose to do. Not just for my body but for my mind and my soul. I didn't do it the easy way and I finally got a break.  I needed major hip surgery. I actually had to have two hip surgeries within 7 months of each other. I've had to relearn how to walk and I'm actually still doing it. 

So, now back to my original question, when do we just give in and accept our reality of always living in pain.  I guess I just reminded myself that there's always a way to get to your next break and it's probably not going to be easy but it's definitely always going to get better.  If you take the pills they're shoving down your throat you take away your shot at actually getting better. 

Forcing myself to do physical therapy when I would rather be laying on the couch. 

Products We Love❣: REAL Foods: Rawkin Raw Organic Chocolate

We love REAL Foods: Rawkin Raw Organic Chocolate! It's packed with anti- oxidants, anti-inflammatories, it's all natural with no preservatives or chemicals and it's made from whole natural ingredients. This is not only an extremely delicious product, it's a superfood because of the ingredients. Cacao, Maca, Spirulina and Goji Berries have incredible health benefits. 

1. Maca - Rich in vitamin B, C, and E. It provides plenty of calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, phosphorous and amino acids. Maca is widely used to promote sexual function of both men and women. It serves as a boost to your libido and increases endurance.

2. Cacao- Rich in magnesium, and other essential minerals including calcium, sulfur, zinc, iron, copper, potassium, and manganese is a super food.  Made from the cocoa plant, Cacao is unfiltered or processed Cocoa. Filled with Polyphenols called flavonoids, with antioxidant properties and rich in Vitamins: B1, B2, B3, B5, B9, E and Essential heart-healthy fat: oleic acid a monounsaturated fat, Cacoa should be a delicious part of your nutrition.  

3. Spirulina- An organism that grows in both fresh and salt water. It is a type of bacteria called cyanobacterium, which is often referred to as blue-green algae.  Spirulina is a great source for Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Copper, Iron and even has 4 grams of protein per serving.  Phocyanin is the main active compound in spirulina. It has powerful antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties and helps to prevent heart disease, as it can lower total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, while raising HDL (the “good”) cholesterol. With all of it's amazing benefits this superfoods should be a staple in your nutrition for optimum health and vitality. 

4. Goji Berries - More rich in vitiman C than oranges, more beta carotene than carrots and more iron than steak. Beta carotene prevents heart disease and  protects the skin from sun damage. Goji berries have Vitiman B and antioxidants which protect against harmful free radicals that damage cells in your body. The polysaccharides in Goji Berries help strengthen the immune system and have 18 kinds of amino acids and potassium. This super food protects the heart, skin, immune system and helps to prevent cancer! 

If you're looking for a healthy delicious Chocolate treat REAL Foods: Rawkin Raw Organic Chocolate is Raw Earth Medicine Approved!

Available at Whole Foods and online! 

Thankful

I am so happy and thankful for my support network. I wasn't born into an emotionally supportive family who surrounds themselves with positive people who speak supportively to each other. My upbringing was luxurious but critical and emotionally destructive. It's taken years to get to the happy place I am at without self destructing. I have worked hard to cure my eating disorders and not hide them. Overcome the low self esteem I developed from my older brothers torment as a child and my moms constant criticisms.  I am so thankful for the people who I have made my family who love me, believe in me and support me in the most positive light. By removing toxic people, toxic foods and toxic behaviors from my life, I found an inner and outer peace I never thought was possible. I can express my feelings in a healthy way, I process what people say for what it's worth and I work hard to make sure I am constantly moving forward towards my dreams. 

No matter how low you may feel, just take one step towards your dreams by removing one thing that's preventing you from getting there. Before you know it your issues are thousands of steps behind you and you will that much closer to your dreams. 

Products We Love ❣: Joy's Remedy Super Turmeric

We love Joy's Remedy Super Turmeric which is vegetarian, all natural with no GMO's and is fat/water soluble for fast absobtion. 

Turmeric comes from the root of the Curcuma longa plant and has a tough brown skin and a deep orange flesh. Turmeric has long been used as a powerful anti-inflammatory in both the Chinese and Indian systems of medicine.

The yellow/orange pigment of turmeric, which is called curcumin, is thought to be the primary pharmacological agent in turmeric. In numerous studies, curcumin's anti-inflammatory effects have been shown to be comparable to the potent drugs hydrocortisone and celebrex, as well as over-the-counter anti-inflammatory agents such as Advil or Ibuprofen. Unlike the drugs, which are associated with significant toxic effects such as ulcer formation, decreased white blood cell count and intestinal bleeding, curcumin produces no toxicity.

Benefits of Turmeric:

Anti-Oxidant

Anti-Septic

Anti-Carcinogenic

Anti-inflammatory 

Ailments, Treatments and Prevention:

An Effective Treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Relief for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Helps Cystic Fibrosis Sufferers

Cancer Prevention

Inhibits Cancer Cell Growth and Metastases

Reduces Risk of Childhood Leukemia

Improved Liver Function

Cardiovascular Protection Anti Oxidant 

Protection against Alzheimer's Disease

Turmeric should be a staple in your nutrition for the prevention and the treatment of many common ailments and diseases. It can be used as a spice in cooking or can be taken as a supplement in pill form. 

We love Joy's Remedy because it's water and fat soluble which means the body will absorb it faster than eating Turmeric as a spice and won't need anything additional to activate it. 

About Joy's Remedy Super Turmeric: 

Their team is made up of three brothers whose mother, Joy, gave them turmeric and other herbal remedies their whole lives for every ailment from colds and flus to cuts and bruises. The eldest brother became a businessman and the younger two went on to become doctors. Having seen the ins and outs of the healthcare industry and lack of natural options, the three set out to make their mother's remedies in convenient yet effective forms for the world to enjoy. After years of research and development, they would like to introduce you to Joy's Remedy Super Turmeric™, a highly bioavailable form of turmeric with a greater rate of absorption. 

• 100% Herbal
• 100% Non-GMO
• 100% Good for you!

Go to www.joysremedy.com for more information and to place an order!

Joy's Remedy Super Turmeric is Raw Earth Medicine Approved!  

Products We Love❣: Manuka Honey

The first time I heard about Manuka Honey was when a radiologist suggested that lung cancer patients take a spoonful of Manuka Honey before radiation treatments to coat their throats and protect their esophagus from the harsh affects radiation has on the body. 

Manuka Honey is a product of New Zealand. It's the product of bees that pollinate the Manuka Bush. Due to its medicinal properties, Manuka Honey is graded by a medicinal standard called UMF, Unique Manuka Factor, a global standard in identifying and measuring the antibacterial strength of Manuka Honey.  The UMF is used to assure that the Manuka Honey's  medicinal properties are up to quality standards.  

After researching Manuka Honey verses other types of more mainstream honey, I was shocked to learn that Manuka honey has 4 times the nutritional content of any other flower honey. It also has a considerably higher level of enzymes than regular honey. These enzymes create a natural hydrogen peroxide that works as an antibacterial. Many strains of this honey have higher levels of hydrogen peroxide, methylglyoxal and dihydroxyacetone which are used to grade the UMF of the Manuka Honey. 

Some say that anything below +10 UMF doesn't carry any medicinal benefits while other claim it does. While using +5 UMF Manuka Honey, the benefits are noticeably present.  

While most honey on the shelves these days are high fructose corn syrup with a honey colored food dye, it's safe to say that with a UMF quality control, Manuka Honey is definitely something you should add to your diet.  Manuka Honey which is rich in, Amino acid, B6, thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, Calcium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium and Zinc is Raw Earth Medicine Approved! 

Here's an easy way to incorporate Manuka Honey into your lifestyle:

Anti-inflammatory Latte:

1 tbsp Turmeric

1 tbsp Cinnamon

1 tspn Nutmeg

2 tbsp Manuka Honey 

4- 8 ounces Hot Coffee (any hot liquid)

Optional ingredients: fennel seeds, ginger & black pepper

Add all dry ingredients to the bottom of your cup. Put Manuka Honey on a spoon in the cup and pour the hot liquid over the spoon while while stiring the ingredients and Enjoy! 

Health Benefits:

The combination of Manuka Honey, Cinnamon and Turmeric work as a natural anti inflammatory, the equivalent to taking Advil or Celebrex. Having this latte every day will decrease the symptoms of chronic pain, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, chronic swelling, nerve damage and many other inflammation based diseases within 30 days of continual use. 

Adding the optional fennel seeds will help reduce the acid affect of coffee as well as reduce any symptoms from acid reflux, chronic heartburn and gastrointestinal issues. 

Adding the optional Ginger will help with digestion and reducing intestinal bloating 

Adding the optional Black Pepper hyper activates the benefits of the turmeric 

(Additional optional ingredients fennel, ginger and black pepper included in photo) 

Products We Love❣: Navitas Naturals Cacao Powder

We love Navitas Naturals Cacao Powder!  There are no GMO's, it's all natural with no chemical additives. There are a wide variety of recipes that you can use Navitas Naturals Cacao powder for like chocolate, cakes, cupcakes, brownies, hot cacao drinks and many other chocolate treats. By replacing Cocoa with Cacao powder you'll be using an unfiltered and more nutritious version of cocoa! Cacao is a super food that has dietary fiber, polyphenols and Magnesuim!  Here's their benefits!

1. Dietary fiber 

Dietary fiber is great for the digestion, helping to maintain a healthy weight and lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease. It's helps to maintain bowel health, lower cholesterol levels and helps to control blood sugar levels. 

2. Magnesuim 

Magnesium helps with cell energy production. Magnesium allows the body to produce more Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF-1), which is a major contributor to the growth and strength of muscles. Magnesium metabolically aids in the breakdown and distribution of vitamins and nutrients when you eat! Magnesium will also help with sleep issues as Serotonin, which the body secretes for sleep is dependent on magnesium for its production. 

3. Polyphenols 

Polyphenols in Cacao help reduce cardiovascular and inflammatory diseases, metabolic disorders, and is used for cancer prevention. Their antioxidant properties may be responsible for many of their pharmacological effects, including the inhibition of lipid peroxidation and the protection of LDL-cholesterol against oxidation, and increase resistance to oxidative stress. The phenolics from cacao also modify the glycemic response and the lipid profile, decreasing platelet function and inflammation along with diastolic and systolic arterial pressures, which, taken together, may reduce the risk of cardiovascular mortality. Cocao polyphenols can also reduce and improve digestion.  Cacao protects against diseases which oxidative stress is a contributor to, such as cancer. 

Try upgrading your baked goods and chocolate nutrition game by using Cacao powder! 

Our favorite recipe using Navitas:

Raw Chocolate:

8 dates (soak for a minute) 

4 tablespoons Navitas Cacao Powder

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest or extract 

1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean or extract

Dash Black Pepper

Dash Nutmeg

1 teaspoon cinnamon 

2 tablespoon honey

1/2 teaspoon coconut oil 

Put all ingredients in a food processor and pulse and grind until it forms a log. 

Roll into balls and roll in coconut or nuts

"Create a lifestyle you can live with" - Raw Earth Medicine