How to Prevent Cancer with Cruciferous Vegetables – Week 40 of 52 Weeks of Wellness

In our quest to increase our plant food intake, let's take a closer look at cruciferous vegetables. It is vital to understand the benefits especially for individuals with cancer as it can greatly benefit those who incorporate them into into their daily dietary regimen. You’ve heard me say it before, whoever eats the most fruits, vegetables and greens at the end of the day, WINS! First, what does the word cruciferous actually mean? Cruciferous is defined as plants related to the mustard family; a plant with four leaves; and or a plant bearing the resemblance of a cross. Cruciferous vegetables contain phytochemicals, which are non-nutritive plant chemicals that have protective or disease preventive…

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Plan Your Meals

Plan Your Meals

Do you plan your meals? How much time, effort, and planning do you put into your family's food options?  Many women walk in the door from their job and start the planning, prepping, AND cooking then. When you're exhausted is not the best time. I pick one weekend day and plan, prep, and prepare meals and snacks. Planning is the secret to wellness! When you have clean, whole food available during your busy week, you won't need to succumb to processed, lifeless “food”.  If 80% of all disease is preventable, planning your family’s meals is no longer an option, it’s a requirement. Hate being in the kitchen?  Ask…

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Curried Cranberry Chicken Salad

Curried Cranberry Chicken Salad

Curried Cranberry Chicken Salad Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 tablespoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon curry powder (or more to taste) 2  cups chopped, cooked chicken 1 chopped apple or granny smith apples 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1/8 cup chopped scallion Preparation: Combine mayonnaise, lime juice and curry powder in large mixing bowl.   Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve on whole grain bread or bed of wild greens.

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Sweet Potato Hash Browns

Sweet Potato Hash Browns
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Sweet Potato Hash Browns This sweet potato hash browns recipe is a superfood nutrient powerhouse. Sweet potatoes are root vegetables that are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They’re also high in antioxidants that protect your body from free radical damage and help prevent chronic disease. Ingredients (use organic when possible) 2 sweet potatoes, shredded 1/4 teaspoon of pink Himalayan salt 2 to 3 large kale leaves, shredded 1/4-1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Directions: Rinse the shredded potatoes and pat them dry. Mince the garlic. Coat the skillet with coconut oil or organic butter. Over medium-high heat, sauté the potatoes with salt until the potatoes are crisp.…

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Mocha Mousse Recipe

Mocha Mousse Recipe
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Mocha Mousse Recipe This is an amazing Chocolate Mousse made with tofu. I tricked my hubby one night and served this after he told me he’d never eat tofu. Because it tastes like the most delicious chocolate mousse ever, he loved it-- but he WAS quite surprised to find out he just ate tofu! Recipe makes 5 servings, enjoy! Ingredients: 1 12.3-ounce package firm silken tofu 2 tablespoons cocoa or carob powder 1 tablespoon grain-based coffee substitute granules (optional) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup chopped dates, or 1/3 cup date sugar* Directions: Mix tofu, cocoa or carob powder, coffee substitute, if using, and vanilla in blender. Add dates or…

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