Food is Medicine
Hot Cross Buns are Easter special, but you will want to make these low-carb, protein-rich buns on repeat all year! They are extra fluffy, made with actual yeast, without gluten and dairy, and filled with prebiotic fiber, healthy omega-3 fats, and a lot of protein. Added spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, […]
This is the time of the year we are most exposed to different viruses and need a strong immune system. These are my proven supplements and remedies that work as a prevention against viruses and a strong immune system: *This post contains affiliate links, if you choose to purchase something via one […]
Everyone will love this Flourless Chocolate Cake that is done in no time and has great health benefits from polyphenols in cocoa and dark chocolate. It’s perfect for any special occasion or a Christmas party this time of the year. Various studies show that dark chocolate and cocoa contain a […]
The chilly season has arrived but you won’t mind because you’ll be able to cozy up with a bowl of warm, dairy-free creamy butternut squash soup. Sauté onions and squash in ghee before stirring in chicken broth and coconut milk. To season the soup and deepen the flavor, I added […]
These Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies are so delicious that nobody will recognize they are not made with conventional ingredients. They are also sugar-free, and nut-free, and can be made dairy-free as well! They are soft and chewy with pockets of melty dark chocolate. You might wonder what the secret ingredients […]
A healthy gut, aka microbiome, starts at the end of your fork. We hear about gut health and immunity connection a lot lately. The reason is that 70% of the immune system is in your gut! You might have also heard about the gut-brain axis or gut-skin axis. Even the […]
This Almond Flour Strawberry Shortcake is a delicious healthy treat for your mom on Mother’s Day or any special occasion. It’s so delicious and light at the same time, your loved one will not recognize they are not eating the real cake. The shortcake is made with 100% almond flour, […]
This Four Grain Sandwich Bread is a quick lectin-free/gluten-free compliant bread made from ancient grain flours, sorghum, millet, teff, and fonio. If you like soft and fragrant bread for sandwiches, this is a great fit for you! About the Flours Both Millet and Sorghum belong to a grass family and […]
This shrimp green mango salsa with pressure-cooked quinoa is a light and refreshing spring lunch or dinner. It can be eaten warm or cold as a salad the next day if you have any leftovers. Benefits of Green Mango Green Mango is low in sugar and high in resistant starch […]
Are you feeling sluggish and tired? Do you eat healthily but still feel bloated? Do you find yourself in a mental fog? Are you irritated, quick-tempered, or chronically dissatisfied? All these can be signs of imbalance between the “good” and “bad” gut bugs and stagnation of Qi regulating emotions in […]
This creamy, hearty Cream of Celery Soup is great for winter months or early spring as it contains many nutrients from root vegetables, fresh herbs, and nuts. Celeriac Benefits Celeriac (celery root) is a low-carb root vegetable closely related to celery, parsley, and parsnips. It has an impressive nutrient profile […]
This one pan Grain-free Salmon Cake recipe is great during winter. It’s fast to assemble, made with two superfoods, is filling, leftover friendly, and can be enjoyed also on Keto diet. Superfood number one Salmon is considered a superfood, because it’s one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids […]
These Chocolate Avocado Cupcakes with Dairy-Free Strawberry Frosting are a delicious healthy treat for your Valentine, or any special occasion. The cupcakes are so chocolaty and moist thanks to the avocado and cocoa combination and sweet just enough thanks to a low-calorie 100% natural Yacon syrup that can be replaced […]
The inspiration for this Winter Cabbage Salad is from the well known Waldorf Salad named after the famous New York City hotel. The Waldorf Salad was always made from cabbage, apples, celery, walnuts, grapes, and also mayonnaise. To maintain a sweet flavor I replaced grapes with figs which are also […]
In honor of the Chinese New Year I have made this traditional Dim Sum – Shumai dish in a gluten-free, lectin-free way. Shumai is a traditional steamed chinese pork dumpling dipped in Umami sauce served in dim sum. Dim sum is a large range of small Chinese dishes that are […]
Weight gain is not the only danger of sugar consumption. Sugar consumption is linked to increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, inflammation, diabetes, fatty liver disease, cancer, depression, insomnia, ADHD, tooth decay, and acne. As published by http://www.health.harvard.edu “Too much added sugar can be one of the greatest […]