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.
If you follow me on my social media pages, you'll know that I prepped up a bunch of stuffed winter squash earlier this week for my own personal meal prep! This recipe made so much that I was able to stuff 3 whole squash! This is the perfect meal to have during the winter to …
WHAT ARE THEY From the words of Wikipedia... "Root vegetables are underground plant parts eaten by humans as food. Although botany distinguishes true roots (such as taproots and tuberous roots) from non-roots (such as bulbs, corms, rhizomes, and tubers, although some contain both hypocotyl and taproot tissue), the term "root vegetable" is applied to all these types in agricultural and culinary usage.[1] Root vegetables are generally storage organs, enlarged to store …
Fermented sodas are a fun and easy way to increase and add probiotics into your diet. In this post we will be using a fermented product called Water Kefir which is similar to Kombucha however it is a bit more of a simple process and has a bit of a different taste than Kombucha. I …
When they taste just like your Oma used to make... *DROOL* I know.. it’s nowhere NEAR time for the “C” word yet but save this recipe anyways to perfect over the next few months + really blow everyone away this holiday season! Honestly, I just had a hankering for some good ol’ fashioned cookies and …
B R E A K F A S T on-the-go 🍏 As a Holistic Nutritionist, of course I never recommend eating rushed, distracted or “on-the-go” - our poor bodies just can’t digest that way! As a HUMAN I recognize that sometimes, this just isn’t possible! And sometimes, we need something quick and easy to grab-and-go. …
Anyone else have an abundance of zucchini they need to use up? Chopping, grating or slicing your zucchini and then freezing in a freezer sealed container is a great way to be able to enjoy it all year round! Or use up a some of it in this delicious breakfast (dessert??) recipe! And as always …
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FUN FACT 🌱 Did you know that juicing cucumber + celery together creates a complete protein?! 🥒 Yupp! These two veggies, when combined, have complimentary amino acid profiles to make a complete protein (whaaaa?!) #knowledgebomb 🤯 With the hotter days we’ve been having, my body has naturally been craving more fresh fruits, vegetables and liquids as opposed …
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 …
More fun with shellfish! I've been loving all the nostalgic memories of my childhood flooding back, cooking oysters by the campfire, dropping the crab trap and waiting "patiently" for the ENTIRE DAY to see what we may have for dinner, fishing, prawning... you name it, we did it. As time goes on though, we evolve. …
Hellooo inspiration! During these isolating times, it's been hard for me to find my inspiration. However, sometimes it pops up when you least expect it! I saw someone who lives over on the East Coast post a clam recipe to support the overwhelmed fish markets that have a surplus of products due to restaurants not …
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