As veggie patties, balls and burgers of all kind bathed in flavored tomato sauce are my all time favorite dish, there was a time I was struggling to find alternatives that don’t have a cardboard consistency! It seems many brands have a while to go in terms of reaching a full body flavor too! Of course I’m forever passionate about making things from …
Those with a strong focus on nutrition, know just how important their snacking habits are. It can quite literally make or break your energy levels throughout the day. I think we all know how incredibly tempting it is to graze on deliciously flavored potato chips or sweet treats! And we all know what that means! You’re left reaching for more of the same as it barely touches …
I know you’ve probably been caught up in the whirlwind craze of the superfood cacao, but there’s another incredibly nutritious chocolate worthy of your attention. Yes, it’s slightly more processed, fermented and roasted, but cocoa also holds some pretty impressive properties. Cocoa butter is extracted from the oils of the cocoa bean, which is loaded with …
Breakfasts on the run or afternoon snacks – if you’re dealing with a hormone imbalance, you need to be prepared with nutrient-packed bars to not hijack your diet and support a healthy hormone production throughout the day. Especially when your cortisol levels are high (especially when you’re under high levels), your body craves certain ingredients, like fats and sugars. I try to always keep in hand home-made bars for those times when I can eat a whole jar of …
The search for guilt-free, highly nutritious snacks is kind of a never-ending journey for me. But never-ending in a good way. I always find myself cringing at some of the daily snacks consumed by so many people I pass by as I go about my day. The common denominator seems to be high carb, high sugar and highly refined ‘foods’ straight out of plastic wrappers. Sure they’re great if you’re on the run and simply don’t have time for baking, but in the long-run they can be incredibly …
Creating healthy desserts that are in line with your particular lifestyle can be a challenge for some. As a vegetarian and most of the times, a vegan, I give a strong focus to high protein, earthy foods, where you’re able to include a sufficient intake of vitamins and minerals, avoiding the use of animal products when it doesn’t make sense. I’m sure you would agree that nothing beats home cooking when it comes to healthy desserts! That’s why this vegan pumpkin bread might just …
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