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…
Jackfruit is my latest obsession!!! I just found a bag of frozen jackfruit at Whole Foods for $6.99. I was beyond excited to try out the jackfruit muffin recipe, located on the back of the bag. I modified the recipe to meet my autoimmune inflammatory protocol diet, but the recipe turned out great! For the original recipe click here. Everything bolded in the ingredients has been modified for my Paleo version. What is Jackfruit? Jackfruit is the largest tree…
Chocolate & Autoimmune Disease Do you ever crave chocolate, eat it, and then still feel unsatisfied? If you’re eating processed chocolate this may explain why you’re not satisfying that craving. Processed chocolate destroys the majority of the antioxidants and minerals in it, thus inhibiting it’s ability to take care of that craving. If you’ve been following my blog, you’ve probably noticed that I LOVE chocolate! For years I’ve restrained myself from eating it, because processed chocolate actually flared up my…
Ingredients: 1 T Flaxseed meal 1 Banana 1 Scoop chocolate protein (I like Garden of Life) 1 cup water or almond milk (I use Califia Farms) Click Here for my Homemade Almond Milk. ½ cup ice Optional- cacao nibs Directions: Blend all ingredients together. I use a Vitamix blender. Drink up! Tips: You can premake this in the morning and store it in the fridge for lunch. You can add in blueberries or strawberries…
Why is Aluminum used in Deodorant? Aluminum based compounds are used in many deodorants to temporarily plug the sweat ducts and prevent perspiration. Health concerns of using Aluminum in Deodorant Many people are concerned about the possible dangers of absorbing the aluminum into the skin. Aluminum mimics estrogen in the body, and may contribute to cancer. It is also a neurotoxin and can lead to Neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. What to look for: Aluminum (antiperspirant) free…
Ingredients: 2 cups of pre-soaked pecans (or walnuts) 8 – 10 medjool dates ½ cup cacao powder ½ cup maple syrup ¼ cup coconut oil 3 eggs (or flax egg) 1 t vanilla 1 t pink Himalayan Sea Salt 1 cup coconut flour ½ cup chocolate chips Directions: Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit & line muffin pan with 12 large baking cups. Blend pecans, dates, cacao, maple syrup, and coconut oil together until smooth. Blend in eggs, vanilla,…
So my dad has a few allergies, and it was a bit challenging for me to find some Father’s Day chocolate treats that he could enjoy. Thankfully Whole Foods had a decent selection of Dairy Free, Soy Free, Gluten Free, and Peanut Free chocolate products. If you don’t feel like going to Whole Foods, buying from Vitacost.com is another great option. Many times they sell their products cheaper than Whole Foods, and they often have coupons. I don’t get kick…
What is Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay? It’s bentonite clay from Death Valley, California, where it is sun- dried for up to six months in temperatures that sometimes reach 134 degrees. It absorbs impurities such as toxin and heavy metals & is loaded with minerals such as magnesium, calcium, copper, sodium, iron and potassium. In its normal state, it’s a negatively charged molecule but when mixed with liquid it takes on a different charge. This allows it to bind to…
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…