These brownies are so fudgy, rich, delicious, low-carb, gluten free and so simple to make. For this recipe I wanted to test out using Date Sugar which is a healthy alternative to regular sugar. It is simply granulated dried dates which look a lot like brown sugar made from sugarcane, and in fact, you can … Continue reading Healthy Low-carb Brownies
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Superfood Chocolate Energy Bites
These energy bites are full of superfoods, so with each bite you'll get the flavor of chocolate with nutrients, protein and healthy fats! So what are Superfoods? They are foods with a highly-concentrated amount of nutrients that has health-promoting properties and is especially good for your health and well-being. Think things that are super high … Continue reading Superfood Chocolate Energy Bites
Healthy Banana Bread
This banana bread is moist, delicious and super healthy! It’s made with whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and you can easily make it gluten free or vegan. Add in chocolate chips for a guilt free dessert option! Ingredients ⅓ cup melted coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil ½ cup … Continue reading Healthy Banana Bread
Best Healthy Carrot Cake
The best paleo friendly, gluten free healthy carrot cake made with almond flour, coconut flour, unsweetened shredded coconut and sweetened with pure maple syrup topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting! Ingredients: Dry Ingredients:2 cups packed super fine blanched almond flour (Or oat flour )½ cup coconut flour (do not pack)½ cup unsweetened finely shredded … Continue reading Best Healthy Carrot Cake
Cholesterol and our Mental Health
For the last quarter century, we have been told that cholesterol is dangerous for our health and were advised to avoid it in order to live a healthier life. However, cholesterol is essential in maintaining good mental health. The brain is the most cholesterol-rich organ in the body, and depriving the brain of essential fatty … Continue reading Cholesterol and our Mental Health
Salt Is Not Bad
Salt is not bad for you and is much needed by our body. The question is which type of salt and how much? Water-Salt balance is very important for the human body. Too much water is not good and too much salt is not good. We need to make sure we are drinking enough water … Continue reading Salt Is Not Bad
Papaya Chia Seed Pudding
Papaya Chia Pudding topped with chocolate nice cream! Great as a healthy dessert or snack to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. Give it a go! 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 1 papaya 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 cup of plant-based milk 1 frozen banana 1 tbsp cacao powder Splash of milk 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱 Make chia pudding by mixing chia … Continue reading Papaya Chia Seed Pudding
The Power of Probiotics
Probiotics are highly beneficial for immune health There is a belief that probiotics are only beneficial of digestive health but the benefits of probiotics in your gut go beyond just healthy bowel movements. A healthy digestive system has been linked to improvements in mental health and immune response. (1) Probiotics act as microbial food supplements … Continue reading The Power of Probiotics
Should we take supplements or not?
The Supplements Dilemma For as long as I can remember, has always been a question people ask noting the influence of marketing and advertising about the need to take supplements for every alignment under the sun and the many health specialty stores and supermarkets that sell these over the counter supplements. It’s a huge billion-dollar … Continue reading Should we take supplements or not?
Eat with pleasure
It's quite easy when you are at home or at work to stick to your eating habits, control your cravings and follow your so called healthy eating routine or diet plan. The question arises when you go on vacation and you are subjected to different food experiences and temptations. Do you give in and embrace the experience … Continue reading Eat with pleasure