If you plan on making a pumpkin pie this holiday season I highly recommend trying this one out, you won’t regret it! Not only that it’s vegan and gluten free it’s also rich and creamy, and has got the perfect amount of spices. So this year, instead of buying a pumpkin pie, try making one from…
Have you ever tried this exotic fruit? There are two main types of persimmons, the Fuyu and Hachiya. While most recipes will specify which to use, it’s good to have a basic understanding of the difference. Fuyus are squatty, round and crisp and can be eaten like an apple or pear. Hachiyas, on the other…
Yes! You are on the roll, dedicated to healthy eating, regularly making the time to workout and starting to experience the positive changes in your life. It feels good and you crave it now. It’s becoming part of your life. It truly feels good 🙂 And then along comes Christmas… You’re getting together with family,…
Hmmm…roasted cauliflower. I find that this recipe turns even cauliflower haters into fans. So what makes this cauliflower “cheesy” but dairy free you may be wondering? No I did not use fake or imitation cheese (yucky). I used nutritional yeast, which is a healthy alternative to cheese that has a delicious nutty cheese flavor that will blow…
The good news about this quiche recipe is that it literally just takes a few minutes to whip up. No crust necessary. It is great for brunch or even those nights when you want breakfast for dinner! This nutrient-packed quiche is a delicious way to amp up your greens. The base of this quiche is packed…
A delicious and creamy with no added sugar pie filling, vanilla infused and spiced is filled in a gluten-free coconut crust that gives these pies a buttery and nutty flavor, creating the perfect match! Enjoy as a beautiful fall treat or any day you like a special dessert. Did you also know that pumpkin and winter squash are nutritional…
When you CRAVE a rich, decadent chocolate treat but don’t want to blow your day with preservatives and sugar, this easy vegan chocolate avocado pudding recipe is the one to reach for! It is so creamy and oh-so-healthy! It has the nutritional goodness of raw cacoa powder and avocado, without added sugar or dairy, making it diabetic friendly! You…
It is not uncommon for vegetarians, especially active female vegetarians, to suffer from anemia – low iron counts. Low iron and anemia can mean increased fatigue and exhaustion. The human body stores some iron to replace any that is lost. However, low iron levels over a long period of time can lead to iron deficiency anemia.…
Warm up on a cool day with this sweet potato cauliflower vegan soup… Who doesn’t love some comfort food once and a while? This savory, creamy, and flavorful soup totally hits the spot. And, for you Indian food lovers out there, we’ve got you covered! Mmm. Easy and under 30 minutes, this recipe is the perfect compliment to…
AMRAP stands for As Many Rounds/Reps As Possible. In these workouts, you’ll set a timer for a fixed amount of time and go through the sequence as many times as you can. The goal behind AMRAP’s is to take a short period of time, a challenging set of exercises (generally 2-6) and to work at…
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/actveg/AV_031-_7_Morning_Habits__For_Happie.mp3] A good day starts the moment you wake up. To have a good start, you must also have a good morning routine. The following are 7 small ways you can give your mornings a makeover and set yourself for an awesome day 😉 Download the episode Here! (17:44) DOWNLOAD: 7 Small Changes CHECK”sheet” Zuzana
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/actveg/AV_-030.mp3] A well-planned vegetarian diet can meet the needs of people of all ages, including children, teenagers, and pregnant or breast-feeding women. The key is to be aware of your nutritional needs so that you plan a diet that meets them. So what are some basic rules of eating healthy as a vegetarian? We will…
Lime Cashew Cookies makes 8 large cookies 1 cup dates, pitted 1/4 cup raw almonds 1/4 cup raw cashews 2 teaspoons lime juice zest of one organic lime 1/4 cup crushed cashews or hemp seeds Combine the first five ingredients in your food processor. Using…
The Scoop on Nutritional Yeast Hold on, hold on, I know what you might be thinking ….nutritional yeast doesn’t sound like something you want to willingly eat; and it doesn’t sound like it could possibly contribute to a tasty meal. But despite your first reaction to this little known ingredient, you should know about nutritional…
I have a serious addiction to Indian cusine! I love the smell, the mixture of flavours, spices … However many Indian dishes are not the healthiest 🙁 One of my favorite appetizers in Indian restaurants is vegetable pakoras. Traditionally deep fried made with garbanzo bean flour batter and vegetables like peas, cauliflower, potato and onion. Todays…