There’s been a whole lot of blame in the last 2+ years on a small particle that isn’t even visible to the eye. What if we missed the mark? What if we’re sick because of everything written on the list below. Have a look at my list of “what’s making us sick” and my list …
Sweet Date Dessert
Medjool dates, part of the Mediterranean Diet, are some of earth’s sweetest and most delicious fruit. They’re loaded with health benefits as well! They contain: Potassium, making them helpful in regulating blood presssure levels Beta-carotene, which then converts into Vitamin A, making them great for your eyes They can help decrease bad cholesterol levels (LDL). …
Banana Walnut & Chocolate Chip Muffins
There’s something so comforting about banana muffins or banana bread, don’t you agree? The smell from the oven is so delicious, the muffins are moist and the taste is so perfect! They’re probably one of my favourite flavours in muffins. To make them even healthier, I’ve added in a flaxseed blend. But why use flaxseeds? …
Holiday Survival Tips
Let’s face it, the Holiday season is a time filled with love and family gatherings but also of over indulgence! It is no wonder that emergency rooms see a lot more patients after the holidays. People will present with flu-like symptoms, but after indulging on sugar and alcohol, it’s completely normal for the body to …
Benefits of Massage Therapy
I just returned from a massage therapy session with the beautiful Caroline. We had a little chat beforehand, and then I was able to listen to soothing music while completely falling into relaxation mode for a full hour. And as a mom, business owner, employee, student and human living in today’s crazy world, I realized I really …
Apple Double Crumble
Who loves apple crumble? I do! I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like it to be honest. I remember as a kid how much I loved the crumble part. I mean I also loved the apples, but the crumble part was my favourite. I created this apple crumble recipe and made sure that there would …
Raspberry Muffin
Gluten-Free / Dairy-Free / Sugar-Free I’ve been wanting to try Monkfruit as a sugar-free option to my muffins and decided today was the day. Instead of using regular sugar or honey, Monkfruit gives you a sweet tasting muffin without all that sugar. With that said, these muffins are 145 calories each which is quite reasonable …
Traditional & Flavoured Mayonnaise
Homemade Traditional Mayonnaise: Ingredients (Makes about 1 cup): 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup avocado oil 1 tsp mustard 1 tsp lemon juice (optional) 2 pastured eggs 1/4 to 1/2 tsp salt Directions: Take a 500ml glass jar. You’ll need a hand-held mixer or a nutri-bullet. Add all the ingredients into the jar and using …
Radish Greens Pesto
I love pesto, and you can make pesto with a variety of greens, it doesn’t always have to be basil. I’ve made it with carrot tops as well and that recipe is available on my blog in another post if you’re interested in trying that out. In this recipe, I’m using an usual ingredient, but …
Inflammation: Acute vs. Chronic
Over the next few weeks I’ll cover inflammation and give you tips on how to reduce it! Inflammation is at the root cause of all disease so getting a handle on it is priority. Inflammation is also connected to your immune system so keeping your immune system in check is important as well. In terms …
