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"My mission is to educate and encourage healthy, mindful living helping others embrace the concept that we are a product of what we eat and how we treat ourselves."
Personal health and educating others on their health and wellness have been passions of mine for many years. I have had issues with my health for my entire life culminating in cancer and Hashimoto’s in my 30’s. Beyond my own health, I have also struggled while watching various loved ones suffer from health-related issues, including my husband Marc who lost his battle to cancer in his mid-40’s. Despite my many challenges with health, I am so grateful for the lessons that I have learned from them because they have given me the fuel to pass on my knowledge to other people in need.
September 21, 2020
If you are at all interested in health and make sure to get proper nutrients, you have likely heard of Omega-3 fatty acids. But what are they? Why do we need them? And where can we get them? Most people know that omega-3s are important, but many could not tell you what their healthiest and […]
September 21, 2020
Jackfruit is the largest tree fruit in the world and it also happens to be sweet and delicious and packed with nutrients. It is a rich source of vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, phytonutrients, carbohydrates, electrolytes, fiber, healthy fat, and protein. This fruit also contains no cholesterol or saturated fats. Another major bonus of jackfruit is that […]
September 16, 2020
When some people think of carrot cake, they picture springtime; but I enjoy this veggie-based treat all year round! I especially love making carrot cake in the fall months when carrots are in season. This particular vegan carrot cake is tender, fluffy, moist, perfectly sweet, packed with beneficial carotenoids, and insanely delicious. Top it with […]
September 16, 2020
The last few months have been a serious period of reflection for me and unexpected opportunities to challenge my beliefs about myself continue to arise. I was recently reading a book called “Cured: The Life‑Changing Science of Spontaneous Healing” by Jeffrey Rediger. In it, Rediger discusses four essential pillars of health: healing your immune system, […]
September 3, 2020
You will find pumpkin seed oil, avocado oil, walnut oil, sesame oil, coconut oil, and even algae oil in my kitchen on any given day of the week, but there is no oil I use as much or enjoy as much as extra virgin olive oil. At home, we have gotten into the hobby of researching […]
September 2, 2020
One of the absolute BEST foods on the planet for you in terms of nutrient quality is lentils. They have the highest protein, by weight, of any plant-based food, they are an easy substitute for animal protein in any recipe, and they are loaded with fiber. For this week’s recipe, I included the impressive legume in a Marinated […]
August 24, 2020
This Asian slaw with daikon radish, cashews, mandarines, and baby mizuna (a delicious Japanese mustard green) has been a massive hit on my new summer S.O.U.P. Cleanse menu. The contrasting flavors of sweet citrus, peppery mustard greens, fragrant ginger, and umami soy sauce provide quite the sensory experience. If you are anything like me, then […]
