(Inspired by Chris Kesser) What comes to mind for you when you hear the word “superfood”? Do you think of fancy, exotic fruits like acai, chlorella, or greens powder? Pomegranate? Green tea? Garlic? All of those foods are certainly good choices and may even be worthy of the “superfood” label. But what about liver? I’ll [...]
Anxiety is crippling a large portion of our population, some estimates put over 3 million Canadians struggling with some form of anxiety most days (over 1 in 10 people!) From the Canadian Mental Health Association: We all feel nervous or worried at times. This anxiety can be a helpful feeling when it motivates us or [...]
Cooking with offal (off-cut meats) is super important for your health. Hear me out! I've often asked myself what is different about our modern times versus previous generations? Why do I see such profound differences with simple vitamin supplements in the face of our supposed "over-nourished" culture. I am increasingly convinced it is the lack [...]
Haddock stew for dinner tonight. Macrobiotic, gluten-free, dairy-free, quick, economical, nourishing, full of phytoestrogens and antioxidants! Recipe from "Cooking The Whole Foods Way": 2 tsp EVOO 2 small leeks, rinsed well and sliced thinly sea salt 2 tbsp dried basil 2 cups diced turnip 1 cup diced rutabaga 1/2-1 cup sliced carrot 3 cups plain [...]
I am making these tomorrow with some puffed quinoa I've had in the cupboard for awhile! (recipe from THE HEALTHY GOURMET on OWN Network) Ingredients 1 cup rice syrup 1/2 cup hazelnut butter 1/2 cup tahini 1/4 tsp sea salt 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract 4 cups crispy brown rice cereal 2/3 cup raw or [...]
