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Cinnamon as a Healthy Supplement in Your Recipes

Administrator — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:19:21 +0100

Many of us may only encounter cinnamon as a tasty sprinkling on a dessert or tea. But this easy-to-find spice has healthy medicinal properties used in Ayurvedic medicine to address a number of imbalances. Here’s how you can incorporate cinnamon as a supplement to a healthy diet.

So you wake up in the morning and realize you left your personal chef in dreamland. Your next question will likely be, how to start the day with a healthy breakfast? Part of the answer is that giving yourself a strong start for the day depends on your individual b...

Dehydrate Your Way Into Fall

Administrator — Sat, 29 Sep 2012 11:58:27 +0100

There are may reasons why Fall is a great time to fire up that dehydrator and start putting it to use. As the summer winds to a close we come into what is known as the season of bounty and harvest! So much bounty in fact that many of us don't know what to do with all of it! If you have fruit trees or a garden (or a friendly neighbor with one) you'll know what i mean. One can only eat so many fresh tomatoes be...

Interview with Chef Raw Loulou

Administrator — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 18:58:50 +0100

How long have you been involved with raw foods and holistic health?

I first started the actual raw food lifestyle full on over 4 yrs ago now. It all initially commenced with a change to a more healthier regime overall which then, through research and more self learning.....progressed int...

Cha Cha Cha Chia! The Wonderful Benefits of Chia Seeds

Administrator — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:37:04 +0100

At first glance, chia seeds are pretty demure in appearance. Tiny and brownish/grey, they almost look more like something you might throw out into your lawn as birdseed. But do not be fooled, these little morsels of goodness have amazing nutritional benefits and are in fact a true superfood!

Chia seed actually comes from a small desert plant called Salvia hispanca which is, believe it ...

The Benefits of Organic Raw Nut Butters in Your Raw Diet

Administrator — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 08:09:23 +0100

Nuts and seeds have always been important components of a raw food diet. Likewise, organic nuts and seeds provide the nutrition of raw ingredients without the pesticides, herbicides, and other poisons that inorganic products may present. For these reasons, raw, organic nut butter is a wonderful addition to any raw food diet! Packed with health benefits and delicious, these nut butters come in a...

Increase the Health of Your Lunch: Add Healing Herbs to Raw Salads

Administrator — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100

The issue of treating illnesses while following a raw food diet concerns many individuals who prescribe to this lifestyle. Are the medications that your doctor prescribes raw? How will they interact with your body? With so many chemicals, modern medications may be as harmful as they are helpful.

Many raw food dieters have taken to adding healing herbs to their meals in order to keep their health in top s...

Top Organic Raw Nuts and Seeds for Your Diet

Administrator — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:57:40 +0100

Nuts and seeds are a valuable part of a raw food diet. Not only do they provide a great boost of energy, they give your body vitamins and minerals and help protect it against illness, including heart disease. When adding nuts and seeds to your diet, make sure that they are organic and raw, as the roasting process can harm the important nutrients that they have to offer.

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Top 5 Raw Ways to Stay Warm This Winter

Administrator — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 23:01:50 +0100

Adhering to a raw food diet may seem great during the summertime, but when winter rolls around you may find yourself looking for a way to keep warm. Raw food diets are not as restrictive as many people may think, and there are also other ways to keep your body temperature up.

Here are the top five ways to keep warm this winter without having to break your raw food diet.

1. W...

The Many Uses of the Ever-Versatile Raw Coconut Wrap

Administrator — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 10:42:02 +0100

People who do not abide by a raw food diet may think it is restrictive, but there are actually many versatile ingredients that can be used to create a variety of delicious meals, snacks, and desserts. One of these ingredients is the raw coconut wrap, which is renowned for its adaptable taste and ability to be tra...

Use Himalayan Crystal Salt in Your Raw Food Recipes

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:22:46 +0100

Salt has gotten quite the bad reputation over the last few decades. Low-sodium diets, warnings against adding salt to meals, and high levels of salt in preserved foods have all created a culinary culture that cringes at the thought of incorporating any more than is necessary into a diet. But the truth, surp...

The Top 10 Tips for Creating Raw Food Recipes

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 15:24:48 +0100

Embarking on a raw food diet may be exciting, overwhelming, intimidating, and energizing all at once, making it a monumental life decision. Once you decide to start your raw food diet, you will need to have your wits about you when creating your own raw food recipes. The fact of the matter is that cooking has become an activity so intertwined with today’s culture...

Use Irish Moss For Versatility In Raw Food Recipes

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 15:09:30 +0100

You might have been under the impression that raw food diets are very limiting, but it’s actually quite the opposite. Just because you’re on a raw food diet, that doesn’t mean you can’t eat mayonnaise, ice cream, or lemon meringue pie – all recipes, which are traditionally made with whipped egg whites to give them a thick, cre...

Stock Your Raw Foods Kitchen With These 10 Essential Tools!

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 16:44:16 +0100

Every kitchen requires certain tools for the successful preparation of fresh meals. Raw food dieters are especially in need of them, as raw food meals frequently require extensive preparation. If you’re starting a new raw food diet, or you want to make your current one easier and more versatile, make sure you stock your kitchen with these 10 essential tools.

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Learn about Alfalfa Juice Powder and Use it in Recipes

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:39:45 +0100

Alfalfa grass is a superfood rich in vitamins, minerals and enzymes, which serve a wide variety of health benefits. A person with a weakened immune system can reap great rewards from drinking organic alfalfa juice powder, which provides a concentrated form of the alfalfa plant.
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Chamomile: Heal the Body, Mellow the Mind, Use it in Recipes

Thu, 05 May 2011 13:48:50 +0100

Chamomile, the national flower of Russia, is renowned for its sedative qualities and calming
effects when ingested. In Europe, chamomile is known for easing gastrointestinal distress, as
well as the following: canker sores, conjunctivitis, eczema, gingivitis, hemorrhoids, menstrual disorders, migraines, ulcers and skin irritations.

Chamomile contains a flavonoid called Chrysin, which proved...

What is Nutritional Yeast and Recipes on How to Use It

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:01:22 +0100

Nutritional Yeast, also know as “Hippie Dust,” “Vegetarian Yeast,” and “Savory Yeast” is a nonactive form of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae. These yellow flakes are used by vegans and vegetarians to produce a “cheese” flavor while providing vitamins and minerals that may be lacking in a vegetarian diet, such as Vitamin B. Much different than it’s relatives...

Use Mesquite Meal in Your Raw Recipes

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 20:07:28 +0100

Once in a while I come across a food that changes my life a little bit. This is due to some special quality it possesses making it really stand out. Usually it has to do with a combination of profound nutritional benefits paired with pure unadulterated yumminess. A few foods that fall under the life changing category for me include raw cacao, durian fruit, fresh home grown sprouts, vanilla bean ...

Overcoming the Snacking Hurdle: Hello Kale Chips!

Administrator — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 15:35:16 +0100

Once you get into raw foods or a healthy eating lifestyle it quickly becomes apparent that not only do you need to plan out healthy meals, you also have to plan out HEALTHY SNACKS for when you get the munchies for something crunchy, or for in between meals when you want a little something small. In the beginning, choosing healthy snacks can feel overwhelming, especially once you&r...

Classic Raw Vegan Ice Cream

Administrator — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 11:46:12 +0100

This recipe was inspired by wanting to recreate mint chocolate chip ice cream without the need to use young...