I absolutely love to eat Jackfruit! You can use it so many different ways and it’s such a great plant based option. If I had to choose between eating pulled pork or the jackfruit version, hands down I’d always choose the jackfruit. I’m not even vegan! It’s just that good! What is Jackfruit? Jackfruit is the largest tree fruit in the world! In fact, it can reach up to 100 pounds, but its average weight is 10-25 pounds. Many…
Move aside cauliflower pizza crust! Bobs Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour knocks you out of the park! It’s 100 x easier to make and tastes better. For my vegans out there, you can probably substitute the eggs for flax eggs. I’ll try it out and update my post my later. Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups Paleo Baking Flour ¼ tsp Salt 1/8 tsp baking soda 2 Eggs 2 Tbsp Water 2 Tbsp Olive Oil Directions: Pre-heat oven to 350…
These vegan protein balls are super easy & quick to make, but you will need to have a decent food processor to make them. I found this recipe from The Minimalist Baker’s website. Usually I have to alter the recipe to meet my Paleo/Anti-inflammatory diet needs, but this one I did not! Try it out and leave me a comment! Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups packed pitted medjool dates (I used 15) 1 ¼ cups pre-soaked walnuts (click here for…
Reasons to eat beets: Very anti-inflammatory. Great liver detoxer. Prevents Anemia: it’s a great source of iron and vitamin C. Prevents Colon Cancer: the betacyanins found in beets, counteracts cancer cell growth. High Blood pressure: the nitrates found in beets naturally lower blood pressure. Digestive health: great source of fiber. Great for constipation. Weight loss: the fiber leaves you feeling full & flushes the colon out. Anti-aging: they’re very high in Vitamin C, folate, & antioxidants, which prevents premature aging.…
Ingredients: 1-2 sweet potatoes 1 Tablespoon coconut oil 1 Tablespoon filtered water 1 teaspoon Pink Himalayan Salt Directions: Preheat oven to 500 degrees (broil). Grease a 9×13 glass-baking dish with coconut oil. Wash sweet potatoes and peal away any bad spots. Slice sweet potatoes. Place sweet potatoes in a glass-baking dish and add water. Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes. Season with salt & serve. Before and after…
Did you know that asparagus is great for your digestive system? Asparagus contain prebiotic fiber, which helps feed the good bacteria in your body. It’s also a natural diuretic, and helps with bloating and fluid retention. It has less than 4 calories per spear and has zero fat or cholesterol. Because of this, it’s an ideal food to consume for weight loss and for lowering cholesterol. It’s very anti-inflammatory for the body, and may help with fighting off cancer. To…
Radishes are one of my newest food obsessions. They are great for detoxing the liver, and helps with weight management. They are loaded with vitamin C, folate, fiber, riboflavin, and potassium. If you haven’t tried parsnips, they’re delicious as well! They’re a member of the carrot family, but have a sweeter flavor. I love the smell of them baking in the oven. They too are loaded with vitamins and fiber and have many health benefits. To read more about radishes,…
(Keto, Vegan, Low Carb) This recipe is from thebigmansworld.com. If you haven’t been to his website yet, it’s worth checking out. I made a few minor changes to this recipe & how it’s prepared. For instance, I did not use the microwave to melt the ingredients together and I pre-soaked my nuts/seeds before using them. Why you ask? Because I prefer to limit my radiation exposure as much as possible and pre-soaking raw nuts & seeds makes it easier for…
Did you know that Chia seeds are an excellent source of fiber, protein, omega 3 fats, vitamins, and minerals? They’re well known for their energy packed nutrition. They were originally grown in Mexico, and the Aztec warriors would eat chia seeds to give them high energy & endurance. In the Mayan language, chia means “strength.” I make a batch of chia pudding every week and eat it as a snack. You can add in more protein by topping it with…
I’m obsessed with these paleo chocolate cookies! I’ve made them a few times now, and have found that the type of nut butter you use makes all the difference. My favorite one thus far has been the Cinnamon Sun Butter by Crafted House. If you’re a local to South Florida, you can find them at one of the green markets. For the full original recipe, check out Sweetashoney.com. Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado ¼ cup of maple syrup ½ cup nut…