I intuitively eliminated tomato out of my diet at a young age simply because I didn't feel good after eating them. Later on, green peppers, and then I noticed eggplant and goji berries would cause wheezing symptoms. Once I started studying nutrition I learned that these foods are nightshade plants. . .
Read more5 Nourishing Smoothie Recipes | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Smoothies are a great way to nourish the body with powerful antioxidants, complex carbohydrates, fiber, and micronutrients. The best times to consume them are either first thing in the morning or post-workout, during warmer seasons (spring, summer, and part of autumn), and during seasonal transitions with the intention of detoxification. . .
Read more2 Granola Recipes: Hemp + Chia | Gluten-free | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
The omega-6 content in hemp seed includes the healthy gamma-linoleic acid (GLA) and stearidonic acid (SA), both of which are anti-inflammatory in nature, credited with effectively treating skin disorders, autoimmune functioning, and circulation. Chia seed is high in soluble and insoluble fibre (4.4g per tbsp.): this along with healthy fat and protein will keep blood sugar stable for hours. . .
Read moreChia Pudding + Seed Porridge Recipes | Dairy-free | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Throughout warmer seasons you may favour a cooler meal alongside tea to start the day in replace of hot porridge and soups. Explore this chia porridge out for yourself (and/or loved ones!) and see how your body responds. Feel free to add or remove ingredients to your liking — be creatively inspired by the bounty of the season. . .
Read moreFull Moon Black Sesame Spheres | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Black sesame seeds are a good source of antioxidants, fiber, calcium, iron, and magnesium. They especially excel at nourishing liver and kidney yin and support blood. . .
Read moreStrawberry Rhubarb Bars | Gluten-free | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Although the following recipe uses rhubarb, feel free to get creative by swapping it with a variety of seasonal fruits. I’ve made them with strawberry and raspberry, as well as with cherry — all were delicious! . . .
Read moreBenefits of Broccoli Sprouts & How To Make Them At Home | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
The high sulforaphane content in broccoli sprouts protect the body from environmental pollution such as air pollution, pesticides, and heavy metals such as mercury. . .
Read moreSpring Scallion & Dill Salmon | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
This meal was created during a sister’s weekend in Vancouver. Originally we used baked spaghetti squash as a side which was equally delicious. I’ve made this recipe a few times since and I will most likely treasure it forever. . .
Read moreSpring Health Notes + Basic Soup Puree | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
When the body-mind is in balance it instinctually craves nutritional elements that are in tune with the natural world. During the seasonal transition towards Spring, you may gravitate towards lighter meals with pungent, sweet, and sour flavours which support the circulation of liver qi (energy) and one’s openness towards warm weather to come. . .
Read moreMineralizing Nettle Infusion | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
A nettle tea infusion packs more energy per cup than any stimulant without the downside of caffeine or stimulating herbs. . .
Read moreWinter Fruit & Coconut Yogurt Bowl | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Persimmon is an orange-red autumn and winter seasonal fruit that is native to China. You can find it at your local, conventional, and Chinese grocer. The variety shown in the photo above is very sweet in taste and has a smooth texture, reminiscent of cantaloupe but more dense and velvety. . .
Read moreSage Scented Squash | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Winter squash includes butternut, kabocha, delicata varieties, acorn, spaghetti, hubbard, and more! They vary in taste and colour, from mildly sweet and less dense (spaghetti squash), to sweet and most dense (acorn and delicata). . .
Read moreHealing Congee | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Congee is a warm medicinal porridge that is rooted in traditional Chinese culture. It is consumed preventatively as a way to boost digestive and immune system health, as well as during and after illness to assist in recovery. . .
Read moreProtein Squares | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Preparation beyond what our culture habitually consumes for breakfast was unbeknownst to me until I became increasingly curious with cooking and nutrition. . .
Read moreRainbow Rolls + Eat Heal Thrive | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Martine of Eat Heal Thrive was so kind to ask me to guest post for her. I shared my ‘Rainbow Rolls’ recipe, a favourite veggie glow delight. . .
Read moreZucchini Cheese | Dairy-free, AIP | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
According to allopathic and complementary medicine, dairy products are one of the most common food sensitivities today. A true dairy allergy is associated with a hypersensitivity reaction of the immune system to dairy proteins such as casein and/or whey, whereas intolerant individuals often lack the ability to produce lactase, which is required for lactose digestion. Dairy intolerance is often more common within certain ethnicities and for those with gluten intolerance since dairy proteins are strong cross-reactors. . .
Read moreNourishing Bone Broth | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Homemade bone broth is an incredibly nutrient-dense, traditional recipe. Connective tissue within bones, ligaments, and the skin of mammals contain restorative amino acid-starch containing compounds called glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), which are composed of glucosamine, chondroitin, and hyaluronic acid. GAGs are building blocks of the tissue known as collagen and hydrolyzed collagen, known as gelatin. . .
Read moreHow to Make Golden Ghee | Dairy-free | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Ghee is made with unsalted butter that has been gently cooked then skimmed and strained of milk solids. Simmering butter at a low temperature allows separation to occur; the water evaporates, the lactose coagulates, and the protein settles to the bottom. You know you’ve created ghee when the sunken milk solids have turned golden in colour and as your kitchen fills with a wonderful aroma. . .
Read more24-Hour Yogurt. Low in Lactose, Full of Probiotics | Acupuncture - Victoria BC
Those with lactose intolerance often find 24-hour homemade yogurt much easier to digest since it contains very little lactose. In contrast, most store bought yogurts are fermented for only 6-8 hours, and do not allow enough time for most of the lactose to be digested by the bacterial culture. . .
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