Food and Nutrition

Smoothie Superfood Boosters

Mon, 09/14/2020 - 10:16

HEMP & CHIA SEED BLEND

Both these potent little seeds give your smoothie an added boost of fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. 1 Tbsp is plenty. Simply mix a cup of each together into a container and pop 1 Tbsp of the mixture into your smoothie!

CACAO NIBS

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Beet Goat Cheese Hummus

Tue, 08/11/2020 - 09:38

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 baseball-sized red beet (about 6 ounces), scrubbed
  • 1 15½-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed, drained
  • ⅓ cup tahini, well mixed
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Goat Cheese
  • 1 garlic clove, finely grated or smashed to a paste with flat side of knife on cutting board
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 10 cranks freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander

PREPARATION

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Matcha Coconut Smoothie

Tue, 08/04/2020 - 10:26

SERVES 1

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1/2 cup of ice
  • 1 kiwi or 1 cup chopped mango
  • 1 tsp bee pollen (optional)
  • 2 Kale leaves, raw
  • 1 cup spinach, raw
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tsp matcha, powdered green tea
  • 1 cup coconut water

INSTRUCTIONS:

Place all ingredients into a blender. Blend until smooth. Enjoy!

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Foods to Help Combat Anxiety

Wed, 07/08/2020 - 15:12

Lately, we’ve been seeing many biochemists, registered dietitians, and even gastroenterologists referring to our gut as our “second brain”. This is because research shows an irrefutable link between how what we eat effects our brain chemistry. For example, did you know that the majority of serotonin (a neurotransmitter that contributes to feelings of well-being and happiness) is produced in your gut?

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Mushroom Miso Soup

Wed, 06/24/2020 - 07:07

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 cups organic low sodium chicken broth or water (if vegan)
  • 2 tablespoons mellow white miso
  • 2 cups fresh mushrooms
  • 1 large yellow or red onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
  • 1.5 teaspoons grated ginger
  • 1 cups coarsely chopped collard greens
  • 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • ¼ cup chopped scallions

INSTRUCTIONS:

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Eat to Beat Covid

Wed, 06/24/2020 - 06:55

Dr William Li, who wrote one of my favorite books, “Eat To Beat Cancer – A research scientist explains how you and your family can beat up to 90% of all cancer” came on to my podcast and shared top tips on foods to fight cancer! Listen here! 

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