“Stress and in turn food cravings create mental clutter, decreasing the brain’s ability to perform to its full potential. The path to an uncluttered mind begins with stress management, and diet is the number one consideration.” –Brendan Brazier Without a doubt, cravings for sugary or starchy food are one of the most challenging things to overcome…
Let’s celebrate this holiday season by returning to eating real food! Nikki and I have been on the plant-based journey for over 20 years now and we can honestly report that the powers of whole living foods helped us to awaken & become more conscious beings. So the fact that veganism is finally becoming mainstream…
Today’s recipe features a hot, potent and tasty combination of fruits, veggies and herbs that are all cleansing, detoxifying and boosts the metabolism. The key ingredients in this juice also help reduce bloating and inflammation, relieve constipation and promote healthy gut flora. As soon as the temperature outside drops naturally we begin to crave more warming…
Today we are going to make a traditional kitchari, and offer you vegan and grain-free variations. We love classic Indian vegetarian food, especially when it’s home-made and prepared with love. It would be challenging to pick one dish that is our all-time favourite, however, there is something special about this traditional Ayurvedic Kitchari that keeps us revisiting this…
A couple of weeks ago when Nik and I planned our winter recipe lineup for this blog, we thought it was time to share a savoury salad recipe with you. We love salads and enjoy making them pretty much daily but I never really think of sharing them on Active Vegetarian because they are so…
Hello Friends! Today we are making a delicious raw, vegan pumpkin mylk. It’s that time of the year here in Canada where you just want to sit by a fire, wrapped in a blanket and drink something that tastes like the holidays. Sure you can easily order the popular pumpkin spice latte from your local coffee…
Super easy 5 ingredient Vegan Chocolate Salted Caramels! We’re all about treating yourself and health is all about finding that balance between nourishing your body and nourishing your soul. How do we accomplish this without feeling guilty, sluggish, or downright mad at ourselves? Choose only healthy, whole food, plant-based ingredients, and make it yourself! Let’s admit it,…
Curry is such a great weeknight quick fix dinner. It’s a vibrant, one-pot dish, doesn’t take too long, packs a ton of flavor, and does well when loaded with all kinds of local, seasonal veggies. Hello friends, this is Zuzana and today we have for you a new recipe and a GIVEAWAY! So let’s get right…
This is a recipe for a vegan homemade curry paste that uses 100% natural ingredients, takes only 15 minutes to make and tastes very authentic to the red curry dishes we so enjoyed during our travels in Thailand. **This was before phones had good quality cameras 😛 ** Why exactly would you want to make your…
Today we have a delicious soup recipe for you. This Carrot Ginger Soup is quite simple to make and it’s loaded with life-giving nutrition. This soup is raw vegan so no cooking is necessary – just a quick mix in the blender and you’re good to go! No dishes, no scrubbing, no big mess! Both the soup…
Today, we wanted to share with you an easy to follow guide that will help you create a delicious, nutrient-dense, powerhouse salad all year round. It’s no secret that we love vegetables and if you had a chance to follow any of our plant-based meal plans you already know that we recommend that you include…
Today I am sharing with you my favourite juice recipe for weight loss and energy. This juice recipe is made of a powerful combination of five superfoods each offering unique health benefits. If you were to learn just one juice recipe, this is it! It’s easy to tell someone… “Just eat more raw whole fruits…
For the first meal of the day, it’s important to supply your body with nourishing foods. We love to use breakfast as a way to pack in tons of superfoods to kick start our day. Some of our favorite breakfast pantry essentials are goji berries and fresh ginger. Ginger has a reputation as a remedy…
Who wants to eat processed starchy nutrient depleted food? Not us! Processed food, in bags, boxes and cans from grocery stores, fast food chains and restaurants are one of the biggest sources of chemicals and toxins. These man-made chemicals and toxins have no place in the human body – it’s actually a poison to our system…
Everything from healthy breakfasts, make ahead lunches, school snacks, slow cooker dinners, and after school treats. We’ve asked fellow talented food bloggers to help us create the best collection of Plant Based back to school Recipes. We have carefully selected these following options to help you and your family get prepared for that busy time of…