Smoothies are a staple in my healthy routine. They are quick, nutritious and portable, making them the perfect meal, anytime! Here are 5 ways to upgrade your next smoothie: 1. Coconut Water – This alkalizing liquid comes from the inside of a young, green coconut. It is an excellent substitute for water as the base…
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Bee pollen is a superfood I’ve been experimenting with for years. I typically add it to my smoothies as a crunchy topper. Pollen is the male seed of flowers that is necessary for the plant to reproduce. It is gathered by honeybees and brought back to their hive. Bee keepers are able to harvest this…
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Tulsi, also know as holy basil is commonly consumed as an herbal tea that helps your body respond to emotional and physical stress. The leaves of the plant are dried to make this strong tasting tea. The flavour is very unique and impossible to describe properly – you will just have to try it 😉…
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When it comes to healthy sweeteners, there are a number of excellent choices on the market today. They not only help round out the flavours of your favourite kitchen creations but they also provide an array of health benefits. Let’s start by having a look at a couple of commonly used unhealthy sweeteners and the…
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Guest post by Nancy Desjardins R.N.C.P. The adrenals are small but mighty glands, which sit on top of the kidneys. Their function is to release hormones that trigger the fight-or-flight response when we’re confronted with stressors. When adrenaline floods our bodies, our muscles contract and our heart rate quickens. Basically, the body is put on…
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