Create the Life You Desire
Summer in the Sierra Nevada mountains is when the wild blackberries ripen. These unstoppable plants cover over an acre of our land, so for the next month I’ll spend way more time than the average person wondering what to do with blackberries. I’m a fan of simple solutions, so here is a Blackberry Smoothie Recipe. … Read more
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” ― Hippocrates One of the best benefits of smoothies is that you can choose ingredients that give your smoothie special powers. It might be hard to get your smoothie to levitate or show you the future, but if you know what ingredients to use, smoothies … Read more
It is possible to eat amazing crepes while avoiding wheat and dairy. The trick to making delicious a gluten free crepe is to use a gluten-free flour blend that doesn’t have any strange flavors that over-power your delicate crepe. To sweeten the batter without adding sugar, we use an apple! The apple adds a touch of sweetness … Read more
Warning! This is no ordinary pizza, but that is to be expected if you want a healthy, vegan, gluten free alternative pizza. This vegan pizza recipe has tons of flavor and texture and is wheat free, dairy free, and soy free. Unlike many gluten free vegan pizza recipes, it doesn’t involve any fake cheese or … Read more
I confess that winter squash is not my favorite food. And if my husband hears the word “squash” you can be certain he’s thinking of running out the door to pick up Chinese take-out. Nevertheless, we prefer to eat what’s in season, and the health benefits of winter squash are substantial. (Winter squash like pumpkin … Read more
In my quest to make vegan chocolate chip cookies with little added sugar, I made dozens of cookies. While all of them were edible, some were mediocre at best. My poor husband had to eat many reject cookies before I finally succeeded! I am very fussy when it comes to food, so all the recipes I … Read more
Dessert doesn’t have to be unhealthy! It is possible to make delicious versions of the food we love using wholesome, healthy ingredients, like dark chocolate–a SuperFood! Research indicates that dark chocolate seems to contribute to heart health by lowering blood pressure and increasing blood flow.1 Excellent! Let’s eat some. And don’t let the dairy industry fool you … Read more
We’re almost halfway through the Green Smoothie 30 Day Challenge and the effects of drinking a green smoothie every day are definitely noticeable! This Mango Spinach Smoothie Recipe was one of the tastiest green smoothies I made recently. This is a hyper busy month for me, and I have a lot more energy after drinking … Read more
These easy vegan blueberry pancakes are super healthy while still fluffy and delicious. I’ve always suspected that it’s possible to make healthy versions of desserts and other treats, and this blueberry pancake recipe confirms my suspicion! This easy pancake recipe uses blueberries, apples, flax seeds, and whole wheat. The pancakes are also vegan, dairy-free and have no … Read more
November is almost here and it’s time for another 30 Day Trial. In honor of my beloved high speed blender and a desire to consume more leafy greens, I’ve decided to create a green smoothie habit. The goal is to drink a green smoothie every day for 30 days. It’s easier to succeed at a 30 Day … Read more