σωφροσύνη (n.) a healthy state of mind, characterized by self-control, moderation, and a deep awareness of one’s true self, and resulting in true happiness.
For all the chocolate lovers out there, here are THREE easy-peasy recipes that you can play around with and create just the way you like! For the ladies out there that need a little magnesium boost or get terrible cravings around 'that time of the month,' then this recipe is for you! I feel like …
Also known as Ascorbic Acid or Ascorbate, this vitamin is essential for pretty much every major function in our body! WHY WE NEED IT Vitamin C is NOT made by the body but is essential for many body functions including the production of Collagen, iron absorption (hellooo ladies!), the immune system (hence it being great …
Well I don't know about you, but here on Vancouver Island we've been getting hit with A LOT of heat waves recently- which my plants and I are TOTALLY loving! My skin however, not so much.. EVEN THOUGH I know we all already know what to do, too much fun in the sun can still …
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OH BOY, okay, a quick crash course through the endless B Vitamins. 🤯 *SIDE NOTE* if you stick with me long enough, I will be doing #FoodFacts for each individual B Vitamin - this post is just a quick overview to get a good idea of why B vitamins are important and what to look for …
💊 This vitamin, also known as beta-carotene or retinol, plays a super essential role in our vision, teeth and skin health. It acts as an antioxidant which can promote healthy immunity and reproduction. 🤓 #FunFact the reason it was given the letter 🅰️ is because it was the first official vitamin to be named (#neat - although …
Looking for a fun and new milk alternative? Try hemp milk! Easy to make with just 2 ingredients and a blender; plus, see my fun ways of flavouring below! But first, let's talk about a few HEALTH BENEFITS with Hemp Seeds: Essential Fatty Acids (EFA's) - nuts and seeds are generally LOADED with omega oils …
Happy Spring! This flower looking veggie tart has got me realizing that I really enjoy spiralizing my meals! Whether it's spiralized zoodles, lasagna or.. this tart! There's just something so pretty about that spiral look. INGREDIENTS 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drain and save the oil for later) 1/4 cup basil 3 cloves garlic, pressed 1/4 …
Apple Season! Or 'Fall' as some call it.. If you're like most apple tree owners, you most likely have an abundance of apples falling off your tree right now faster than you can blink. Luckily, there's endless possibilities with apples! Preserve them, bake them, eat them whole, eat them raw, juice them.. the list is …
Making up a roast chicken is probably one of my favourite things to do at the beginning of the week for meal prepping! I can usually use a chicken for dinner, lunches and save the carcass to make bone broth or soup! Aside from a herb roasted chicken being absolutely delicious, it's packed with nutrients …
Anyone else craving comfort food 24/7 as we transition into this cozy autumn season?! Well good news, comfort food can still be comforting AND nutrient dense! Use this marinara in any of your favourite pasta dishes - I usually like to use this one in my zucchini lasagna recipe! (Found HERE) INGREDIENTS 800ml diced or …
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