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Lemon Liver Flush
[dc]C[/dc]reate a healthy habit this New Year with a daily gentle cleanse. This is my favorite cleanse that I have been personally incorporating into my routine for about 12 years now. It simply consists of blending a whole lemon with some water and olive oil.
Read MoreClassic Chicken Soup
As we slowly enter the Fall season, I am enticed to make soups, my favorite of all dishes to make. When all else fails and I know not else to make, I make my classic standby, Chicken Soup. I’ve made hundreds of pots of this soup for clients, for friends, for women who have just…
Read MoreThanksgiving – Turkey Broth
Broth made from bones (also called stock) is full of gelatin and minerals. It is one of the most healing concoctions on the planet. There is a old quote I like that says “Good broth will resurrect the dead.” Well, that may be a slight exaggeration, but it can resurrect one from feeling almost dead, from being sick and having low energy and it can definitely help one’s digestion in a profound way.
Read MoreGreen Veggie Juice
Fresh green vegetable juice is a great way to quickly detoxify the body, add mega amounts of nutrients, and boost your energy. The idea here is to juice mostly green veggies. You may still want to add 1–2 carrots and ¼–½ beet for extra nutrition and flavor, but beware of adding too many of these…
Read MoreSpiced Vanilla Chia Pudding with Cacao Nibs and Orange Zest
This recipe was a hit at the Sexy, Younger, You retreat I cooked for in September, 2013. Coconut milk and chia seeds are full of brain healthy and satiating good fats. If you are not making your own homemade coconut milk then I truly recommend the Native Forest Organic Full Fat coconut milk in the…
Read MoreBanana Walnut Muffins with Maple Glaze – GF/Paleo
Almond flour banana walnut muffins with maple glaze make a delicious gluten free breakfast or snack.
Read MoreDetoxifying Delicious Winter Greens Salad
Salad is typically more of a food we eat in the warm season, but the cool weather brings us hardy greens that are full of vitamins and minerals that should not be ignored. Greens are full of chlorophyll which is very detoxifying to your blood and liver. They will help to purify your bowels and give you fresh breath too. This is a great dish to eat if you overdosed on rich holiday foods. It will help you to feel lighter and lose weight more easily.
Read MoreCarrot Ginger Soup with Coconut Milk
One of my most favorite soups that I have been making for years. The slowly sautéed onions and ginger create a depth of flavor that matches no other and when mixed with caramelized carrots, chicken broth, coconut milk and my favorite spice combo, nutmeg and coriander, your tastebuds will be delighted and your belly warmed.…
Read MoreKey Lime Pie
[dc]A[/dc] a great summertime treat for you and your family.
Warning #1: You may become addicted to this pie.
Warning #2: It is actually good for you.
Homemade Coconut Crusted Chicken Nuggets – GF/Paleo
[dc]T[/dc]his is a great gluten free recipe to replace those unhealthy nuggets from “you know where” and still get healthy protein and fat into your kids’ diet. Almond flour is incorporated into the mix to thicken and hold the nuggets together and then once formed, they are dusted with a mixture of almond flour and coconut flakes to create a golden crust.
Read MoreRaw Eggnog Smoothie made with Fresh Coconut Milk
[dc]T[/dc]his is one of the most delicious concoctions I have ever tasted. Actually it’s beyond delicious. OMG, is it good! I bet you’re thinking “Eggnog, in the springtime?” Well, Yes! Why not!?! It is soooo good, why limit it to the fall time alone?
Read MorePumpkin Squares with GF Coconut Crust
[dc]I[/dc] served this dessert instead of traditional pumpkin pie to the GAPS crowd at the 2009 Weston A Price annual conference in Chicago. It was a big hit.
Read MoreFrench Chicken in a Pot (Adapted from America’s Test Kitchen)
[dc]T[/dc]his is my favorite kind of recipe – super simple and extraordinarily delicious. The basic idea is to brown a whole chicken in a Dutch oven and then finish it off in the oven at low heat. This cooking method allows for the chicken to simmer in its own juices.
Read MoreCoriander Crusted Sablefish
Sablefish, also known as Black Cod, is one of my favorite fish. It is rich in good Omega 3 fats (containing EPA and DHA ) and tastes buttery and delicious. Sometimes I am lucky enough to find it in the seafood section of my market place. If not, I order it from my favorite online…
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