Wellness Blog

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This refreshing Mexican Chickpea Salad is the perfect quick and healthy meal for two, or a vibrant side dish for four on a hot summer evening. It’s rich in essential vitamins and minerals, and a great source of calcium, plant-based protein, healthy fats, and fibre. 2 Cups Cooked or Canned Chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 Cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes, halved ½ English Cucumber, sliced 1 Avocado, diced 1 Cup Baby Spinach 3 Tbsp. Avocado Oil 1 Tbsp. Fresh Lime Juice ½ Tsp. Dried

This chilled soup is easy to make, healthy and delicious!

Curried Apple and Zucchini Soup Serves 2 Zucchini and apples are both low in calories, high in antioxidants, and are a good source of fibre, which promotes healthy digestion and aids in weight loss. This recipe can easily be doubled. 1 Apple, cored and diced - purchase an organic apple and leave the skin on 1 Medium Zucchini, diced 1 Small Onion, diced 4 Cloves Garlic, peeled and minced 1 Tbsp. Coconut Oil 1 - 2 Tsp. Curry Powder 3 Cups Vegetable Broth 1 Cup Coconut Mi

My two favourite flavours have always been salt and lemon. So why not combine them? Obviously I'm not the first person to have this idea, you can buy lemon infused salts at fancy food shops, however they can be very expensive. I decided I would try to make my own, and I'm pleased to share that it was a huge success on the first try! You can get really creative with this type of recipe. You could use other citrus fruits, such as limes or grapefruits. Include dried herbs, such

Strawberry Lemonade Serves 4 This is the perfect drink to keep you cool on a hot day. It's loaded with antioxidants and Vitamin C, is low in calories, and the strawberries provide fiber. If you're feeling sassy, you could turn this into an adult beverage by adding a splash of vodka or gin. • 2 Cups Organic Strawberries, washed • 4 Organic Lemons, juiced • 8 Cups of Water • 1 Cup Ice Cubes • ¼ Cup Natural Honey (optional) • Fresh Mint or Basil plus a slice of lemon for garn

Dry brushing is a simple way of improving and maintaining our physical well-being. Its origins can be traced back thousands of years and was used in several cultures including Ayurveda (India’s ancient holistic health care system), the Ancient Egyptians, Romans, and in traditional Chinese Medicine. One third of our body’s toxins are excreted through the skin. Dry brushing helps promote lymphatic drainage by unclogging pores, thus carries toxins out of our bodies. Dry brushin

I came up with this recipe idea when I was craving pizza, I think it's a terrific substitution. The image is of a flatbread I recently made for my lunch. I topped it with roasted cherry tomatoes, delicious! I eat these several times a week. Lentils are high in fibre, which supports digestion and elimination, plus promotes the growth of healthy gut bacteria. They're also high in protein, making them an excellent choice for anyone following a plant-based lifestyle. Lentils are

My friend Shaun and I used to travel to Mexico yearly. On our last trip to Tulum we went to a different restaurant daily to try their guacamole. We were never disappointed. This was before Covid. I miss those trips, so thought I would share this recipe. Guacamole Serves 8 1 Large Tomato, finely diced 3 Ripe Avocados, pitted and mashed in a bowl – save one pit Juice of 1 Lime 1 Small Red Onion, finely chopped 1 Clove Garlic, minced 1 Small Red or Green Chili Pepper, desee