Wellness Blog

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Roasted Carrot and Apple Soup Serves 2 This delicious soup recipe is loaded with vitamins, minerals, fibre and flavour! If you are following a Metabolic Balance plan, you can adjust the carrot, apple, and onion measurements to fit your program 4 Large Carrots, peeled and chopped 2 Organic Medium Sized Tart Apples*, skin on, cored and chopped ½ Red Onion, diced 4 Cloves Garlic, peeled ½ Tsp. Fresh Ginger, grated ¼ Tsp. Ground Cumin ¼ Tsp. Chili Powder ¼ Tsp. Paprika 1 Tbsp. Ol

I recently wrote a blog post for Maliya Wellness Centre For Women on how what we eat can impact our mood. Have you ever heard of Serotonin? It’s a chemical our nerve cells produce, and is often referred to as the happy hormone. It’s a neurotransmitter which sends messages between nerve cells. It plays a role in mood, emotions, appetite, and digestion. Research has linked low serotonin levels to mood disorders, and it may play a role in depression. It’s also a precursor to mel

With Canadian Thanksgiving coming up I thought I would share one of my favourite stuffing recipes. If you are following a Metabolic Balance Plan, or are sensitive to gluten, you shouldn't be deprived of enjoying a holiday feast with your family and friends. Mushroom and Cauliflower Stuffing Serves 6 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 Yellow Onion, finely chopped 4 Celery Stalks, finely sliced 2 Cups Mushrooms, sliced 1 Large Head of Cauliflower, broken apart 1 Tsp. Dried Sage 1 Tsp. Dried R

Roasted Garlic Soup Serves 4 Garlic is not only delicious, but it also helps to strengthen the immune system. It is anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal. Prepare this tasty and nutritious soup the next time you feel a cold or flu bug coming on. 4 Bulbs Garlic ¼ Cup Olive Oil + 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 Red Onion, chopped 4 Cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper, to taste Cut 1/4 inch off the top of each garlic head. Place in a small, shallow baki