I have a strong interest in maintaining a whole foods lifestyle and the benefits it provides. I'm always researching and reading new books on different approaches and diets to see which ones work best for me. It's important to me to incorporate super foods into my diet, because of their amazing ...
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Kaeng Raeng Detox [Day One]
I've been wanting to do a detox, for a healthy refreshment and to help curb my "faux" sweets cravings, as I like to call them. Before I was a vegan, I never had much of a sweet tooth. When I discovered how to "veganize" desserts, I loved the subtle, not-too-sweet taste of the healthy alternative ...
Garlicky Kale Salad
After trying the Garlicky Kale Salad at Whole Foods, it became an obsession. It's the kind of salad I could eat everyday. I had to recreate it. This similar recipe is fantastic. It's simple to make, and can be made ahead of time since it's recommended to let the leaves marinate. Aside from the ...
Spaghetti Squash Marinara
As a lover of vegetables (and Italian), I couldn't wait to try spaghetti squash. This recipe has a great subtle touch of garlic. I mixed in my mom's homemade spaghetti sauce and topped it with fresh basil. It was the perfect combination of flavor. At only 92 calories, it was not only healthy, but ...
Healthy Eating: BetterOats
As a vegan and total health nut, I'm always on the search for whole foods breakfast alternatives that are easy to travel with. I recently discovered BetterOats Pure and Simple. Packed with five whole grains and free of sugar and preservatives, it's low-fat and low calorie. It is a good source of ...
Strawberry Banana Faux Yogurt
The perfect combination of yogurt, layered with fresh fruit and granola is a hard treat to resist. I'm all for the health benefits of probiotics, but the 18+ grams of sugar per serving is a major downside (probiotic supplements are a calorie-free alternative). What may seem like a "healthy" ...
