Great Snacking: Nutty Naturopath Kale Chips

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Ingredients: • 6-8 bunches of organic kale • 1 C cashews (Brazil nuts) • 1/2 C nutritional yeast • 2 Tblsp lemon juice • 1 1/2 – 2 tsp crushed garlic • 1-2 tsp salt • 1 C olive oil • 4-6 chopped tomatoes, or 1/2 C organic tomato sauce • 2 Tblsp turmeric (optional) [...]

The Best Brownies of Your Life

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Here they are, the brownies I’ve always wanted and never found. I didn’t know my brownie life was lacking; for years, I’d been melting chocolate in a double boiler along with some butter to make the Martha Stewart version. Those were always good. So were all the other brownie recipes I attempted with a similar [...]

Detoxifying Natural Lemonade

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The most simple and useful home recipe is lemonade. It is good for your health but it is also one of life’s little pleasures on a warm and sunny day. Lemon is high in vitamin C and bioflavonoids, which are easily used up by the body. Making a healthy and natural lemonade recipe is an [...]

Understanding Your Skin and Diet

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Your skin is an organ, just like your heart or your liver. It regulates body temperature and it’s the body’s sensor, registering pressure, temperature and pain. It’s the barrier against the elements and a shield against bacteria, viruses and other external threats to your health. As you may have noticed your skin is also the [...]

Pumpkin Bread Bliss…in Four Acts

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Some kitchen tools are so handy that after you’ve used them once, you can’t imagine going without them ever again.  This four-loaf tray is one of those: not only is it perfect for making gift loaves, it’s an ideal way to make one loaf and then be able to freeze/save half of it for later.  [...]

A Special Soup Story (Recipe included)

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My husband and I have long been fans of Middle Eastern restaurants. We love the wonderful, innovative dishes, the flavorful seasonings and the hospitality and friendliness of the Middle Eastern people. We feel lucky to live in a diverse area like Metro Detroit and marvel that despite our political differences we live together in peace [...]

Chicken Soup for the Traditional Chinese Medicine Soul!

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An important herb in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is astragalus root, called Huang Qi in China. It’s used to strengthen the body’s immune system, known as wei qi in TCM. Astragalus root can be found dried in Chinese herbal shops or some natural health food stores. If you don’t have access to astragalus, you can [...]

Thunder-Thigh Thinning Vegetable Soup

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High nutrient and low calorie: a winning combo when you want to wave good bye to a couple pounds. This thigh-loving soup helps you achieve your weight loss goals as its high fibre and protein to help keep you full for hours. 1 large white onion, diced 4-5 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup celery, diced [...]

Make This Appetizer Today – Hummus

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This tasty and healthy bean spread has gained in popularity over the past few years. Our version has all the benefits of a more traditional recipe, but with less olive oil. The combination of garbanzo beans (also called chickpeas), tahini, lemon juice, cumin and garlic is a show-stopper. This recipe is very versatile – use [...]

Asian Sauteed Cauliflower – Healthy Food Tip and Recipe

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Try this easy-to-prepare recipe that gives cauliflower an Asian twist. Add this Asian-flavored cauliflower dish to your Healthiest Way of Eating. One serving also provides 148% of the daily value (DV) for vitamin C, 13% DV for potassium, and 12% DV for fiber. And it tastes great served cold the next day. Enjoy! Prep and [...]