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Cast Iron Mediterranean Chicken with Capers
Cast Iron Mediterranean Chicken With Capers

May 30, 2024 08:27AM

Tender chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, and aromatic herbs combine for a delightful, easy-to-make dish. Perfect for a healthy, delicious meal!

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Counselor Uses Bioresonance to Rebalance the Body at Sage Wellness and Nutrition

May 01, 2024 12:00AM ● By Sheila Julson

Through bioresonance, Dr. Michele Jaeger noticed her personal health challenges improve, and has since used it to help alleviate myriad conditions such as autoimmune diseases and much more.

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Choosing Life Over Death: Using Food as Medicine to Heal

May 01, 2024 12:00AM ● By Twin Cities

Guided by Dr. Reams’ principles and eight laws of health, Susane Moua of iEat4Health has helped others make significant improvements in their overall health, well being and quality of life.

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gluten free food
Balancing Gluten: Making Peace With an Oft-Maligned Ingredient

Apr 29, 2024 08:28AM ● By Deborah Bevilacqua

The gluten-free market surges due to celiac disease and diet trends. But is ditching gluten right for everyone? Learn its impact on gut health and how to navigate a gluten-free lifestyle effectively.

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quinoa mixed bowls
Easy Fertility Kitchari (Quinoa and Bean Stew)

Apr 29, 2024 08:27AM

Wholesome and hearty quinoa and mung bean stew with greens and coconut milk. A nutritious, flavorful dish cooked in a pressure cooker for easy prep and delicious results.

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beef kafta in skewers
Kafta Kabobs

Apr 29, 2024 08:27AM

These savory Mediterranean Kafta Kabobs are bursting with flavor. Ground lamb or beef mixed with onions and spices, are grilled or roasted in the oven.

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mixed vegatables in a bowl
Purple Cauliflower Salad

Apr 29, 2024 08:27AM

Salad with cruciferous veggies like cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts contains DIM for estrogen balance. Pumpkin seeds provide zinc for progesterone and magnesium for cramp relief. Avocado and olive oil offer omega-3s.

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Assortment of fresh organic vegetables and fruits in wicker basket.
From Organic to Grass-Fed to Regenerative: Finding the Best Farming Practices

Mar 29, 2024 08:28AM ● By Sara English

Understanding terms like grass-fed, organic, and regenerative empowers consumers to make informed choices aligned with their values and priorities for healthier eating and sustainable agriculture.

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Homemade beef broth in a glass jar.
Organic Chicken Bone Broth

Mar 29, 2024 08:27AM

This slow-cooker recipe fills the home with delightful aromas, offering a nutrient-dense broth. Using organic chicken supports sustainable farming practices and animal welfare.

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Fried chicken livers with onions and herbs.
Grass-Fed Beef Liver

Mar 29, 2024 08:27AM

Liver is a nutrient powerhouse. Opt for grass-fed beef liver from regenerative farms.

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Food Trends for 2024: What We’re Looking for at the Dinner Table

Feb 29, 2024 08:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

Trends are shifting away from fad diets to more balanced eating, as people across generations are focused on living healthier well into their golden years.

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Planting for the Planet: Seven Herbs to Grow, Eat and Heal

Feb 29, 2024 08:28AM ● By April Thompson

Home growing not only provides fresh herbs for cooking needs, but also offers access to easy and affordable natural remedies that can soothe common ailments.

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Tumeric Eggs recipe with onion, tomatoes, ghee, salt, turmeric, paprika, pepper, eggs and cilantro.
Turmeric Eggs

Feb 29, 2024 08:27AM

From the book: The Holistic Rx: Your Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease

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Nourishing Herbal Infusion

Feb 29, 2024 08:27AM

This herbal infusion contains essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, B, C and E, potassium, calcium, zinc and iron.

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Soothing Support Herbal Tea Recipe
Soothing Support Tea

Feb 29, 2024 08:27AM

This tea includes a class of herbs referred to in herbalism as nervines, which work to support and nourish the nervous system and relieve anxiety.

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5 Key Supplements for Cardiovascular Health: Boosting Heart Wellness Naturally

Feb 01, 2024 12:00AM ● By Alina Hornfeldt

Maintaining a healthy heart is crucial for overall well-being, and adopting a balanced lifestyle that includes regular exercise and a heart-friendly diet is essential.

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Plant-based milk
Plant-Based Milk Alternatives: Benefits for People and the Planet

Jan 31, 2024 08:29AM ● By Carrie Jackson

While plant-based milks have historically played second fiddle to other dairy alternatives, but not anymore. Touting sustainability benefits, a creamy texture and pleasing flavors, soy, oat, almond, cashew and even macadamia nut milks are having their moment.

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Plant-based dairy-free no-bake cheesecake
No-Bake Pumpkin Dairy-Free Cheesecake

Jan 31, 2024 08:27AM

No-bake and dairy-free, now you can have your cheesecake and eat it too.

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Plant-based dairy-free Caramel Blondies
Chef AJ’s Caramel Blondies

Jan 31, 2024 08:27AM

This non-dairy treat incorporates sweet potato, oats, dates, shredded coconut and banana for a healthy twist.

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Chef AJ’s Popeye’s Perfection

Jan 31, 2024 08:27AM

This non-dairy smoothie contains spinach to power your day.

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Kiwi Chia Pudding
Kiwi Chia Pudding

Dec 29, 2023 08:28AM

Made with chia seeds, kiwi, pistachios, flax milk, vanilla and maple syrup.

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Salmon and roasted veggie salad
Salmon and Roasted Veggie Salad

Dec 29, 2023 08:28AM

Baked Salmon with carrot, cauliflower, broccoli and mushrooms.

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Roasted Beet and Pistachio Salad
Roasted Beet and Pistachio Salad

Dec 29, 2023 08:28AM

Beets with the pistachios, spinach leaves, vinegar and olive oil.

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Soup for thyroid friendly eating
Thyroid-Friendly Eating: How to Treat Hypothyroidism With Food

Dec 29, 2023 08:28AM ● By Veronica Hinke

According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly five in 100 Americans suffer from hypothyroidism, which occurs when the body does not produce adequate amounts of thyroid hormones. Thyroid health can be achieved by eating clean, unprocessed foods and maintaining appropriate levels of iodine.

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December 2023 Natural Awakenings Twin Cities

Dec 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By Twin Cities

The December issue of Natural Awakenings Magazine offers inspiration for a healthy and vibrant holiday season, including natural health tips, healthy recipes and more!

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Gluten-Free, Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Dec 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By Michele Jaeger

This creamy, gluten-free version of chicken and wild rice soup is cozy, nourishing and a crowd favorite!

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Holiday Parties for Every Diet
Holiday Parties for Every Diet: How to Plan an Inclusive and Safe Feast

Nov 28, 2023 05:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

From allergies to religious restrictions and ethical choices, understanding and accommodating guests’ diverse dietary needs is the foundation of a successful gathering.

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Anti-Inflammatory Chicken
Anti-Inflammatory Chicken

Nov 28, 2023 05:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and deli- cious spread that everyone will enjoy.

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Stir-Fried Okra

Nov 28, 2023 05:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and delicious spread that everyone will enjoy.

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Date Cookies
Date Cookies

Nov 28, 2023 05:30AM

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and deli- cious spread that everyone will enjoy.

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Plant-Forward Holidays
Plant-Forward Holidays: Festive Foods Everyone Will Crave

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Veronica Hinke

A plant-forward menu can be one of the best gifts that a host can give this holiday season. It is also more likely than ever that guests will welcome a celebration menu filled with vegetables and fruits.

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Fall Farro Bake
Fall Farro Bake

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Recipe and photo courtesy of Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN, LD.

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Golden Beet Vegan Meatballs with Almond Sage Cranberry Cream
Golden Beet Vegan Meatballs with Almond Sage Cranberry Cream

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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ORGANIC SPARKLING LEMONADE
Organic Sparkling Lemonade

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Recipe courtesy of Bart Potenza and Joy Pierson

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Herbed Lentil Patties with Mushroom Sauce
Herbed Lentil Patties with Mushroom Sauce

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Recipe and photo courtesy of Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Creamy Leek Polenta
Creamy Leek Polenta

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Mini Curried Lentil Wellingtons
Mini Curried Lentil Wellingtons

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Vegetable Pot Pie
Vegetable Pot Pie

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Roasted Whole Cauliflower With Cashew Cream
Roasted Whole Cauliflower With Cashew Cream

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Bart Potenza and Joy Pierson

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Rosemary Spicy Roasted Nuts
Rosemary Spicy Roasted Nuts

Oct 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Kristi Erdal

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Lasagna With Tofu Ricotta and Veggie Bolognese
Lasagna With Tofu Ricotta and Veggie Bolognese

Sep 29, 2023 08:30AM ● By Lisa Books-Williams

A delicious vegetarian lasagna with veggie Bolognese and dairy free ricotta.

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BEETROOT AND ORANGE MISO SOUP
Beetroot and Orange Miso Soup

Sep 29, 2023 08:30AM ● By Karla Walter

Warm up with this beautiful and nutrient dense miso soup.

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WINTER SQUASH RISOTTO
Winter Squash Risotto

Sep 29, 2023 08:30AM ● By Christina Pirello

Put those garden leftovers to good use with this winter squash risotto and delicious broth.

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Easy Three-Bean Chili
Delicious, Easy Three-Bean Chilli

Sep 29, 2023 08:30AM ● By Lisa Books-Williams

A hardy and healthy recipe with a vegan sour cream.

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The Modern Macrobiotic Diet
The Modern Macrobiotic Diet: More Than Tofu and Seaweed

Sep 29, 2023 08:30AM ● By Veronica Hinke

So much has evolved in the 100 years since Japanese educator George Ohsawa created the macrobiotic diet. The modern macrobiotic diet is about much more than tofu, seaweed and miso.

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GREEK ORZO AND CHICKPEA SALAD
Greek Orzo and Chickpea Salad

Aug 31, 2023 08:30AM

This recipe by Vincci Tsui, a dietician and intuitive eating counselor, in Calgary, Canada, can inspire mindfulness because it requires chopping, dicing and cubing ingredients, which can be methodical and meditative activities.

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HOW TO ADD MINDFULNESS TO MEALTIME
Savoring the Present Moment: How to Add Mindfulness to Mealtime

Aug 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Veronica Hinke

Mindful eating—the practice of slowing down, appreciating the present moment and becoming consciously aware of the ingredients, flavors, aromas and textures that we consume—can be a worthwhile meditative endeavor.

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ANN WIGMORE’S ENERGY SOUP
Ann Wigmore’s Energy Soup

Aug 31, 2023 08:30AM

This soup has several properties that facilitate mindful eating and is served at room temperature.

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HEARTY QUINOA SALAD
Hearty Quinoa Salad

Aug 31, 2023 08:30AM

A hearty and mindful dish packed with fresh chopped vegetables.

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VIETNAMESE SPRING ROLLS
Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Jul 31, 2023 08:30AM ● By Caroline Somers

To accommodate a family with differing dietary needs due to food allergies, sensitivities or intolerances, this dish is served family-style, allowing diners to assemble their own spring rolls, choosing from the ingredients that fit their food restrictions.

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