By Gillian B This pudding has superpowers! So delicious, you wouldn’t even guess that it’s made with avocado! If you are serving more people, or just really like chocolate, you can easily double the recipe! Creamy Chocolate Avocado Pudding Serves 3 Ingredients: 1 large perfectly ripe avocado ½ c unsweetened almond milk 2 T raw,…
Throughout history, ancient medicine practitioners have used fruits and vegetables for revitalizing and restoring the natural balance of body and mind. I believe that Mother Nature provides real gifts for us to restore our lost energy. When we are going through a challenging time, we can always find remedies from nature that are sure…
If you want to spread the word about eco-friendly living and all of its benefits, then you might want to consider starting a personal blog about the subject. Environmental concern is growing in reputation more and more with each passing year, and you can make your contribution to this worthwhile cause by starting your site…
Few things can ruin your morning quite like an intense migraine. The nausea, sensitivity to light and pulsating pain can make it hard to function, let alone thrive. It may seem like migraines pop up without warning or cause. In reality, though, migraines are often the result of a nutrient deficiency. Research has confirmed this.…
This simple lemon tahini dressing is a delicious oil-free way to dress your salad. It comes together in minutes, so you could make it fresh each time, or make a bigger batch and store in an airtight container to keep it on hand for the week. Print Lemon Tahini Dressing Yield 4 servings Ingredients ¼…
Share your love for gardening with your most precious possessions. Kids DO love gardening! But you may have to tweak your traditional gardening routine. Here’s a list of questions to ask yourself before you throw them into the dirt! What Types of Crops Do Kids Like To Grow? All plants are NOT…
Pain in the spine, legs or joints can make your daily routine much more difficult and uncomfortable. Research has shown that chronic pain, often in the form of fibromyalgia, could be due to central sensitization, where neurons in the spinal cord become sensitized by inflammation or cell damage. Certain chemicals in foods can trigger the…
Mouth ulcers, also known as canker sores, are usually small, painful lesions that develop in the mouth or at the base of the gums. They be extremely uncomfortable and painful while eating, drinking and talking. There is no exact cause behind mouth ulcers, but certain factors are known to trigger them, including: Minor mouth injury Toothpastes…
By Gillian B In our modern world, we want everything to be fast, convenient and easy. With the sped up pace, we end up cutting corners, in an effort to squeeze more into our days. However research on cooking meats at high temperatures is of great concern and only confirms the ancient Ayurvedic premise that…
By Gillian B For those of you who don’t already know, restorative yoga is a gentle form which focuses on the relaxing and renewing nature of yoga. Regular practice will increase freedom of movement, extension in the joints and range of motion. In this video, I demonstrate different modifications of the postures as they are…
By: Gillian B This recipe is perfect for summer! A few years ago, I got together with some of my best girlfriends and made this recipe video featuring one of the amazing dishes that we would make during our weekly hangouts. This recipe is delicious, and the video is cute, so ENJOY! Tempeh Thai Collard…
We’ve all heard it, said it and felt it: “I feel bloated.” Feeling bloated is the worst, isn’t it? It can make finding something to wear more difficult, lower your self-esteem and make you feel uncomfortable throughout the day. Bloating can happen for a number of reasons, but the good news is: most of the…
Most of the time, when people get sick, they turn to medications that treat the symptoms, but don’t fix the problem. Sure, there are antibiotics that are supposed to work with your immune system to make the body stronger, but they come with side effects we all want to avoid. Side effects of antibiotics include:…
Onions. Whether you love them or hate them, there’s no denying the amazing health benefits they offer! Onions have been used for centuries as natural healing remedies. They are know to reduce inflammation, heal wounds, relieve pain and prevent infections. The Vitamin C and phytochemicals in onions give the immune system a natural boost to…
Sugar addiction has become a huge problem in the United States, leading to shocking levels of obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and even cancer. The amount of sugary sodas, juices, energy drinks, candy and processed foods that Americans are consuming has helped contribute to illnesses across the map. Five tell-tale signs of a sugar…