Creating Healthy Habits that Last A Lifetime at the Mariposa Center for Girls in Cabarete, DR.
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Muscle, Testosterone, and a Plant-Based Diet
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The Connection Between Deadly Pandemics and Our Diets
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Live Longer, Live Better! Understanding the Research on Longevity
With modern medical intervention, many are living longer just so that they can die longer. The good news is, we already know the key to healthy longevity. Scientific research shows us how to extend our lifespan and avoid the common diseases that plague so many Americans.
Sonoran Sunshine Retreat Keynote Speaker, Doctor Vanessa Méndez, Talks Gut Health
Have you heard of the gut microbiome? It’s one of the hottest topics in nutrition right now, but what is it? And how can you develop a healthy gut for yourself?
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The 10 Plant-Based Burger Recipes You Need to Try
Making homemade veggie burgers ensures 100% control over the texture and flavor of the patties. With the endless amount of ingredients that can be utilized, there’s a veggie burger for every one out there!
Peruvian Causa with Oyster Mushrooms
This recipe is inspired by the ingredients of the traditional Peruvian causa, which is often made with lemon, mayonnaise, and egg. The exquisitely seasoned oyster mushrooms that serve as the stuffing give this plant-based alternative a unique touch.
This is a wonderful summer salad that’s full of fresh garden flavors and nutrient-dense ingredients. The jalapeño peppers give it a little kick that pairs deliciously with the earthy sweetness of the black-eyed peas.
This pasta cacciatore has the wonderful flavors of the classic Italian dish—without meat. The spicy, chunky red sauce is packed with tomatoes, olives, mushrooms, red pepper, and onions.
Blueberries are nature’s candy, except their sweetness is all natural and they’re brimming with antioxidants and other nutrients. In this salad, they add a burst of freshness that’s perfect for the summer months!
This is a super easy and delicious way to bake tofu. Tossing the tofu cubes in almond meal and nutritional yeast before baking gives them a crispier texture, as well as a slightly nutty flavor. It’s a delicious addition to almost any dish that you would usually eat with tofu.
Chocolate Madness Smoothie Bowl
If you are a chocolate lover, this super easy smoothie bowl will leave you pleased. In addition to the health benefits provided by the cacao, it is loaded with potassium, calcium, and omega-3 fatty acids. A smart way to treat your sweet palate!
The sweetness of the currants contrasts well with the lively curry flavor. If you don’t have currants, use raisins or any other dried fruit. Serve this salad on a bed of greens—such as spinach, arugula, or field greens—for a nice lunch.
Barbacoa is a form of slow cooking meat over an open fire that supposedly originated in the Caribbean (although humans have been cooking this way since we discovered fire).
I have made many versions of this spread, and that speaks to its versatility. This version is inspired by my love of the flavors of the southwestern United States.