Fudgy No Bake Chocolate Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Fudgy No Bake Chocolate Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies

I found a couple recipes while looking to satify my chocolate cravings, combined them and added some of my favorite healthy ingredients.  These are delicious! 2/3 c pure maple syrup 1/4 c coconut oil 5 T cocoa 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 c almond butter (or other nut butter) 1 c gluten-free oats 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 c ground flax seeds 1/2 c unsweetened cococnut flakes (optional but I LOVE coconut) Mix all together and scoop by tablespoon on wax paper and refrigerate. Caution...highly addictive and healthy.  

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Is Your Dream Dust in the Wind?

You created that goal to realize your dream. You signed that agreement and made a commitment. You were so excited (as my friend Chris says, “running around like your hair is on fire” excited) and then one day it died.  Kansas (the musical group, for the young people) said it best, "All my dreams pass before my eyes...like dust in the wind." My first question is, why did this happen? Why did the dream fade?  You pictured yourself finally out-of-debt, in the convertible sports car or on the beaches of a remote island, and the dream suddenly became dust in the wind. Well, “why” is the question, but…

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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

  4 cups of cooked chickpeas or 2 cans (drained and rinsed) low-sodium chickpeas Juice of one lemon 2 heaping tablespoons sesame tahini 4-6 cloves of minced garlic 3/4 tsp teaspoon raw sea salt 1 teaspoon of ground cumin 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 small jalapeno pepper (option if like extra spicy) 2 roasted organic red peppers (roast yourself or buy organic in jar) Approximately 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Blend in food processor or blender and serve with assorted organic vegetables or gluten-free crackers/breads.

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How to make a green smoothie

How to make a green smoothie

How to make a green smoothie I want to teach you how to make a green smoothie. Why? Because this is my number one secret to health and energy.  They are a great way to get the nutrients your body needs, you can add what fruits and vegetables appeal to you (or that contain the nutrients you need) and enjoy a tall glass anytime. It really is super easy! Here is a demonstration video to get you started: A double-blind, placebo-controlled study was reported in the Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice & Research (2004). Subjects who received a green drink daily for 3 months had significant improvements in…

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Video demonstration: How to make a simple green smoothie

Video demonstration: How to make a simple green smoothie A double-blind, placebo-controlled study was reported in the Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice & Research (2004). Subjects who received a green drink daily for 3 months had significant improvements in energy versus those who received a placebo. Statistical trends were observed for improvement in mental health, vitality, well-being, and overall health among the green drink users. Ever wonder about green smoothies? They are a great way to get the nutrients your body needs, you can add what fruits and vegetables that appeal to you (or that contain the nutrients you need) and enjoy a tall glass anytime. It really…

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Health Issues from Unwanted Organisms

Health Issues from Unwanted Organisms "It is estimated that approximately 95% of the American population is infected with a unwanted organism of some kind." Most people do not know the symptoms of unwanted organisms, this is how so many become infected and do not even know about it. To make identification even harder many organism infections can be dormant and then spring to life. Identifying your risk level for unwanted organisms based on your lifestyle choices and preferences can be an extremely helpful tool, this is why I am sharing this article with you today. Knowing what increases your risk for unwanted organisms and knowing the possible symptoms of infection will…

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Health Issues from Parasites

Health Issues from Parasites "It is estimated that approximately 95% of the American population is infected with a parasite of some kind." Most people do not know the symptoms of parasitic infection, this is how so many become infected and do not even know about it. To make identification even harder many parasitic infections can be dormant and then spring to life. Identifying your risk level for parasites based on your lifestyle choices and preferences can be an extremely helpful tool, this is why I am sharing this article with you today. Knowing what increases your risk for parasites and knowing the possible symptoms of infection will help…

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Natural Health Care and Detox

Natural Health Care and Detox You are probably already aware that toxins are virtually everywhere. They are found in foods, in the environment, in our personal care products, in our cooking tools and much, much more. You might even know some of the ins and outs for avoiding toxin intake. Things like... Eating whole foods Eating organic, non GMO or locally grown clean (pesticide/herbicide free) foods Skipping processed/packaged foods Switching from conventional chemical-based cleaning & personal care products to natural Using EMF protection with your electronics like Q-Link ... are just a few basic ways to avoid toxins. There are lots of toxins that are more difficult to avoid,…

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Health Issues from IBS

Health Issues from IBS

Health Issues from IBS I remember like it was yesterday waking in the middle of the night in extreme pain.   Many nights were spent lying on the bathroom floor in tears.  The dilemma was “not knowing which end was up” as my dad would say.  Would it be vomiting from the pain and constipation or would it be diarrhea?  The options were not good!  My life and career were impacted as I would schedule my travel dates around my menstrual cycle as I knew the symptoms would be most severe during these times. It seriously impacted my ability to function at home and at work. What is IBS? IBS…

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Benefits of Chia Seeds

Do you know the many benefits of chia seeds? They are truly a superfood.  Many of us have heard of the Chia Pet. Some of us even remember the silly "chi, chi, chia" jingle! But have you heard of eating chia seeds? Chia seeds are one of the most nutritious superfoods known yet so few people are enjoying them. I made this video to help share the beauty of chia seed consumption and I've got loads of chia seed facts below the video. After you've learned a thing or two about the amazing chia seed, get yourself some and add them to your diet for wonderful nutritional benefits. How to Prevent Chronic Disease with the benefits of Chia…

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