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Whole Food of the Month
Written by: Heather Crosby
If you remember reading about our Whole Food of the Month—Chia— then you will recall that citrus, honey, chia and water is a natural energy drink for the Tarahumara People of Mexico. It fuels 50 to 100 mile runs for these super athletes, and many American runners are now incorporating chia into their routine, so maybe you could give it a try too. I’ve created a jazzier version with some fresh mint and hydrating cucumber. It’s delicious, easy to make and a simple way to get some essential omega-3s in. Drink this every day for a month and you will see an amazing difference in your skin and hair. Promise. Read more…
Tags: Beverages, Chia, Detox, Family, Fitness, Gluten-Free, Kids, SuperFoods, Vegan Food, Vegetarian Food, Wheat-Free, Whole Food of the Month
Blender,
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Whole Food of the Month
Written by: Heather Crosby
Contributor Kathy Beymer (also from Merriment Design) and I came up with this recipe together the other night. We wanted a treat without too much time investment and chia puddings are such a delicious, nutrient-rich treat that can be whipped up in 10-15 minutes. I didn’t have raspberries to make my Cardamom Cream Pudding and Kathy was craving chocolate so I thought we could make a remix of my Raw Cacao Avocado Pudding, adding some Mexican spices for a fancy Whole Food of the Month version. We were successful! Feel free to leave out the cinnamon and cayenne if you want a simple chocolate version, or leave out the cinnamon and cayenne and add 1 tsp peppermint extract for a chocolate mint version. Top with bananas or shaved chocolate. And yes, you can have this for breakfast. Yum. Read more…
Tags: Blender, Breakfast, Chia, Chocolate, Dessert, Family, Gluten-Free, Kids, Raw Food, Snacks, SuperFoods, Vegan Food, Vegetarian Food, Wheat-Free, Whole Food of the Month
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Written by: Heather Crosby
You may need to hit the grocery store at some point today, but I’ve pulled together some last minute gluten-free and dairy-free recipes to help make your Valentine’s evening a special one—even if it’s last minute. Make this day one to celebrate love for you and for your family (the ones you make and the one you’re born with). I’ve included substitutions for you in case you can’t locate certain ingredients. Happy Valentine’s Day loves! Read more…
Tags: Chocolate, Dessert, Family, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Kids, Roundup, Valentine’s Day, Vegan Food, Vegetarian Food, Wheat-Free
Blender,
Breakfast,
Chia,
Dessert,
Family,
Gluten-Free,
Kids,
Raw Food,
Snacks,
Vegan Food,
Vegetarian Food,
Wheat-Free,
Whole Food of the Month
Written by: Heather Crosby
I think that if you love someone, whether it’s a family member, a friend, or your sweetheart, you should serve them healthy treats for Valentine’s Day. Nothing says “I care” like recipes that promote a long, vibrant life. This delicious Whole Food of the Month recipe takes no time at all to make (love that), but thanks to the exotic flavor of cardamom and the almost heart-shaped and juicy red raspberries, your recipients will be feeling well taken care of this Valentine’s Day. Read more…
Tags: Blender, Breakfast, Chia, Dessert, Family, Gluten-Free, Kids, Raw Food, Snacks, Vegan Food, Vegetarian Food, Wheat-Free, Whole Food of the Month
Written by: Heather Crosby
This is the last Whole Food of the Month recipe for January, but rest assured, now that YU all love sea veggies and are feeling the benefits—we will keep the recipes comin’. Toasted Sesame Seaweed Snacks are one of my favorite nutrient-powerhouse go-tos. They are easy to make and are great for travel, whether you are going to the office or on vacation far away. They are totally cravable and pretty addicting. My girlfriends and I went through the whole bag I made for us on the plane ride out to California two weeks ago…they didn’t last 10 minutes before they were gone and we were checking eachother for seaweed teeth. Read more…
Tags: Family, Gluten-Free, Kids, Sea Veggies, Snacks, Vegan Food, Vegetarian Food, Wheat-Free, Whole Food of the Month
Written by: Heather Crosby
It’s fun to “gift” goodies, especially post-holidaze when no one is really expecting it. For the new year, show your pals, your family, even your co-workers how easy it can be to make nutrient-rich and delicious breakfast options with this trio of tasty oatmeal recipes (that can be easily made gluten-free if you buy oats from a trusted source for gluten-free oats). I’ve got some free labels that you can print out for the flavor combos below—you just need some sticker stock and some paper or glass containers. Have fun with this one, if you have a dehydrator, you could sprout buckwheat and or quinoa to replace (or add to) the oats. Just share what you come up with (#YUMadeIt)… Read more…
Tags: Breakfast, Family, Gluten-Free, Kids, Vegan Food, Vegetarian Food, Wheat-Free
Written by: Heather Crosby
These delicate, gluten-free and dairy-free florentine cookies were a creation for my 24 Carrot Supper Club guests at last year’s holiday dinner. I have found myself making them often this holiday season and thought I should share because not only are they super easy, but a little bit of ingredients go a long way. This is a great recipe to gift and share at all the holiday gatherings this year. Read more…
Tags: Baking, Dessert, Family, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Kids, Vegan Food, Vegetarian Food, Wheat-Free
Written by: Heather Crosby
If you want more energy, stronger and more efficient elimination/digestion, reduced cravings for bad foods, a stronger immune system (’tis the season for colds and flu), healthy skin and hair and a bunch of other goodness, it’s time to bring the power of the green smoothie into your life with this simple recipe. A green smoothie would do you right after all the holiday feasting this past weekend. Read more…
Tags: Beverages, Blender, Breakfast, Gluten-Free, Raw Food, Smoothies, Vegan Food, Vegetarian Food, Wheat-Free
