Most people associate the word ‘pesto’ with green basil sauce. However, pesto is an Italian word for anything that has been crushed. And Rosso is for red. Hence the name pesto rosso, or the red pesto/paste.   This recipe is quick, straightforward, and suitable for meal prepping (and perfect for tangy sauce lovers like me). All...

f you’re into meal planning like me, overnight oats are a must-make. They’re quick to assemble and can last days in the fridge. Once ready to eat, give the ingredients a stir and a splash of almond milk if you need to make it less thick. And with a spoon or two of protein powder,...

This immunity-boosting wheatgrass shot is made by juicing young whole wheat sprouts and contains essential amino acids, vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals. Fresh and green, this detox drink boasts fantastic health benefits. Nowadays, wheatgrass supplements are available in stores, but they are not as tasty and effective as this amazing concentrated shot. It’s easy to make,...

Cooking broccoli seems like a no-brainer but how about cooking it in larger batches and including it in your weekly meal prep? Instant pot broccoli is the best solution for having this healthy ingredient ready any time you want to assemble a quick meal. You set the time, pressure and steam. Within minutes, the healthy...

A part of a super healthy breakfast or a guilt-free dessert at the same time, this chocolate flaxseed pudding is every bit as good as it sounds. With nutritious ingredients, which you can easily find everywhere, and a little bit of patience (it takes some time to set, as you’ll find out in the recipe),...

The first days of January pass quickly, with only a few hours of sunlight and a lot of awareness for every new sound, light, person and little joy of this young year. A lazy sunrise is for meditation and setting up the digestive fire with turmeric tea, while sunset goes by slowly in glorious contemplation, with a ruby-shaded ginger elixir. A favorite this winter, and inspired by one of Heidi's Near and Far recipes, this is a drink for rooting into the new year and for nurturing the body’s cells to incite their ...

Breakfast in a glass, this smoothie is one silky, healthy drink. Don’t be distracted by the beautiful color and the pina colada vibes. It has its flavor and taste, but the nutritional value that the real pina colada can only dream of.  I chose each ingredient in this smoothie carefully to improve digestive health. Good...

You may know ginger as a fragrant spice for making gingerbread, chai-tea, spiced latte, or Asian cuisine. But did you know that you can make super tasty and healthy ginger juice at home? I use it regularly to improve digestion and boost immunity. With some fresh ginger roots, lemon, water, and a high-speed blender, you...

Fermented garlic honey is an excellent two-ingredient recipe. It serves as a delicious condiment and a potent home remedy. You can enjoy it at home using fresh garlic, raw honey, a lidded glass jar, patience, and beginner-level fermentation skills. The pungent garlic becomes more palatable when combined with honey and fermented over a long time....

This power-packed apple cider vinegar and lemon juice recipe is wonderfully refreshing. With five simple ingredients like ginger, turmeric, black pepper, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice, 10 minutes of your time, and a high-speed blender, you’ll end up with a smashing detox drink, also boasting weight loss benefits.  While the apple cider vinegar is...

Conversations about weight loss often go hand in hand with oats and smoothies. While nutritious and filling, oats can be time-consuming to cook (overnight, porridge, cookies), and while tasty and quick, smoothies may not be very filling. This simple and guilt-free oatmeal smoothie recipe combines the goodness of oats and smoothies into one hearty drink....

Whether cooking sweet or savory delicacies, simple or complex curries or just garnishing your food, desiccated coconut is a widely used ingredient.  If you’re looking for a simple recipe to make desiccated coconut at home, this one is for you. Not only is it easy to make, it is also a cheaper and healthier alternative...

No matter the season, most of us can benefit from an anti-inflammatory elixir. This colon cleanse with lemon water, apple, and super spices is packed with anti-inflammatory compounds to boost your digestive and overall health. Made with 7 ingredients in 10 minutes or less, this colon detox drink is very easy to prepare. You will...

Salads are always associated with healthy eating. And this sprouts salad ticks all the right boxes. It is an easy-to-make, tasty, nutritious, and all-diet-friendly bowl of goodness. This sprouts salad recipe is a great idea for breakfast, lunch, and mid-day snacks. This wholesome salad has mung bean sprouts as the main ingredient. Tomatoes, onions, and...