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Raw Broccoli Hummus http://positivemed.com/2013/04/26/raw-broccoli-hummus/   This recipe is a perfect way to reap the amazing health benefits of broccoli, in a different and creative way, and the perfect way to make your kids eat their veggies! Your body will thank you for the boost of calcium and protein. All you need is: 1 1/2 cups chopped raw broccoli 1 1/2 cups chopped raw zucchini 1/3 cup raw sesame tahini 2 Tablespoons nutritional yeast 1 Tablespoon organic mustard 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon cumin 3 Tablespoons lemon juice Freshly ground pepper Begin by placing all the veggies into the food processor until they are finely chopped, and add the rest of the ingredients and blend them all till smooth, if you feel the mix is very thick add a thin stream of water until it reaches desired consistency. Use as a dip, on a wrap, or however you like. Enjoy!

15 Natural Ways To Maintain Beautiful, Youthful Skin By Kristy Rao There may not be a fountain of youth, but the food we eat and how we treat ourselves can prevent or even reverse aging. Your body needs the right nutrients to fight off damage, and your skin is no different. Nutrients help the cells replicate and have more energy. Processed foods, stress, toxins and low-nutrient diets will accelerate aging. Protecting yourself from harmful chemicals while getting enough sleep, relaxation and exercise will all help you maintain a healthy glow.  1. Drink plenty of water.   Even with a small amount of dehydration, your body functions in a less optimal way. The instant you're dehydrated, it will take a toll on your skin, causing it to look dull, flaky, saggy and loose. 2. Eat foods with antioxidants.  Antioxidants are the best resources your body has to fight disease and aging by reducing damage and inflammation. Inflammation is a leading c...

Glowing Skin Extra virgin coconut oil happens to be very rich in antioxidants that prevent free radical formation (free radicals cause skin to lose elasticity). It’s antibacterial and antifungal , too, which is beneficial for maintaining clear skin. And because it’s molecular structure is relatively small, these benefits penetrate deep into underlying tissues that most moisturizers can’t reach. Of course, it smells really good too! All healthy fats aid in hormone function, but coconut oil is special. Bob the liver reaaaaally likes coconut oil because – well, because Bob gets to sit back and do NOTHING ! You see, coconut oil contains rare medium chain fatty acids (MCFT’s) that break down almost immediately when they come in contact with saliva and gastric juices. So rather than convert to lipoproteins (fat & protein), coconut oil converts directly into energy. So we have a fat that isn’t stored as fat in our bodies, moisturizes from within , and give...

Here is the recipe for these: 2 packages extra lean ground turkey breast 1 4oz can diced green chiles 2 egg whites I didn't measure my seasonings, just eyeballed everything. Seasonings I used: a lot of black pepper and garlic powder; a few shakes dry yellow mustard, chili powder, red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper (I like it hot). Spray a muffin pan with olive oil Pam. Full muffin tins with turkey mixture. Bake at 375 for 20-30 minutes Dumbbell Divas

Indian-Inspired Recipe for Brighter Skin by Green Beauty Team     India is a country with a distinct beauty. The cinema known as Bollywood shows radiant colors, and beautiful women adorned with jewels, mendhi patterns, and black smoky eyes. Grooming practices in India are very traditional. Indians believe that a  healthy diet , oiling the body, and avoiding the use of chemicals are the best way to maintain a healthy lifestyle . That’s why in India many oils, plants, and herbs substitute the consumer goods used in the West. India has a connection to the feminine power represented by the Devi (goddesses) in the Hindu religion that showcases natural beauty , and untouched skin. During my visit in 2012, I discovered that in this place called India, life lives in everything. Drop a seed and it will grow overnight. What does it mean to be beautiful in India? Both the elder and modern Indian woman embraces her beauty. It’s always about what’s in the...

DIY: Easy (And Edible) Seasonal Fruit Facial By Sabrina Taylor With summer around the corner there is a whole new batch of fresh produce for us to enjoy. From strawberries and rhubarb to beets and mangoes, there’s a little something for everyone. If you’re like me, you don’t just eat your produce. No, no! You like to play with it too, and what better way to do that than with a seasonally inspired fruit facial? Here’s what you will need: 1/2 cup fresh strawberries 1/2 cup fresh mango 1 raw beet, grated 1 stalk of rhubarb, trimmed 1/4 cup yogurt This facial is so simple to make from home. Directions: In a blender, add all of your ingredients and cover with lid. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes or until it becomes a smooth consistency. Using clean hands, apply your facial to your face skin and neck and let it soak in for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water and pat dry wit...

350 Rep Brutal Challenge Workout Workout equipment: Workout type: Challenge Time: ? Timer setting: Stopwatch Complete 5 rounds for time of: 10 Burpees 20 Air squats 10 Handstand push ups 30 Mountain climbers

zoodles with peas and pesto http://zenbellyblog.com/2013/04/14/zoodles-with-peas-and-pesto/ Pesto, pre-blended green garlic. It must be Spring This recipe makes more pesto than you’ll need; keep the extra in the fridge and add it to eggs, roasted vegetables, or just about any meat. all of the ingredients Zoodles with Peas & Pesto serves 2 as a main dish or 4 as a side.   3 large zucchini 1/2 cup fresh peas (about 1/2 pound before they’re shelled) 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 cup fresh basil. mint and green garlic pesto : 1 big bunch basil (2 cups leaves, packed) 3/4 cup walnuts 1/2 cup good extra virgin olive oil 3 sprigs mint 2-4 tablespoons lemon juice, depending on how lemony you like it thumb sized piece green garlic, sliced (1 clove garlic if you can’t get green garlic) 1 teaspoon salt Start by making your zoodles: Either with a spiral slicer or julienne peeler , make long spaghetti like noodles out of your zucchini. Place i...

Coconut butter contains healthy, healing, medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). This saturated fat is considered a rare and important building block of every cell in the human body, and reduces cholesterol and heart disease; coconut butter boosts immunity, kills bacteria and viruses, protects against cancer and other degenerative diseases and reduces the symptoms of alzheimer’s disease . Extremely Easy-to-do Coconut Butter Recipe! • 8 ounce package of Organic Unsweetened Shredded Coconut • 1 tbsp coconut oil • 1 tsp of vanilla extract • Pinch of Kosher salt (optional)

Primal Chop Salad   Author: expatpaleo   Ingredients 2 small pickling cucumbers, chopped 2 roma tomatoes, chopped 15 black olives, pits removed and sliced in half (Kalamata are the best) 1/3 c. feta cheese, crumbled Directions 1. Combine all ingredients in a medium size bowl. Toss. 2. Serve.  That’s it.  Maybe add a little salt and pepper? Eat!

Fall Off The Bone Chicken Soup http://eatdrinkpaleo.com.au/fall-off-the-bone-chicken-soup-recipe/  Feel free to add other vegetables if you’re avoiding white potatoes – broccoli, cauliflower or some Asian greens will work very well. —————————————————————————————————————————————– Do you like or use my recipes? How about over 120 new, amazing paleo friendly recipes coming your way?   You can still  pre-purchase my upcoming digital cookbook   for a special  early bird price of $20  including a free Herbs & Spices guide. Get this pre-release offer and  help me to self-publish my first digital cookbook. —————————————————————————————————————————————— Ingredients 1 whole free range chicken 2 celery sticks, washed 2 carrots, washed and peeled 2 spring onion bulbs (go for the green onions with more developed white bulbs) or 1 brown onion, cut into quarters 3-4 bay leaves A few coriander stems and some leaves 2 g...

Apple Banana Cookies  By George Bryant   http://civilizedcavemancooking.com/grain-free-goodies/apple-banana-cookies/ Save Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 18 mins Total time 28 mins Serves: 26 Ingredients 1 cup chopped red apples, skin on 1 banana 1 cup raw almonds 1 cup macadamia nuts 1 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened 2 tbsp cinnamon 2 tsp vanilla 2 tsp coconut oil, melted 3 eggs Instructions Preheat your oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit Place your almonds and macadamia nuts in your food processor and pulse until they are mixed together and in small chunks and place them in your mixing bowl Next add your apples and banana to your food processor and mix well Transfer that to your mixing bowl with your nuts Now add in your coconut, cinnamon, vanilla, coconut oil, and eggs and mix well using a hand mixer or if your feeling strong use some of that old fashion elbow grease Using a cookie scoop , form y...

What You Need To Know About Natural Beauty Products by Wendy Rodewald What’s really in your face cream? Photo: Getty Images If you’re looking to green your beauty routine, it can be hard to know where to start. Natural, organic, vegan, paraben-free: companies slap all kind of buzzwords on their packaging, but the truth is not all “eco-friendly” beauty products live up to their marketing. Even more frustrating, lots of them don’t really work. But greener cosmetics are worth seeking out. On average, women use 12 personal care products containing 168 different ingredients every day , according to a 2004 survey by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), an industry watchdog organization—that’s a lot of different chemical compounds being absorbed by our bodies. And in the US, the Food and Drug Administration doesn’t test every ingredient that goes into beauty products. The agency also doesn’t regulate the...

Earth Day Workout Workout equipment: Workout type: 12 Minute Timer setting: 18 x :10 x :30 1. High knees 2. Reverse push ups 3. Squat jumps 4. Pistols 5. Burpees 6. Knee raise

Puréed Butternut With Almonds http://strictlypaleoish.com/2013/04/14/pureed-butternut-with-almonds/ Ingredients: (Serves 4-5) • 1 Butternut Squash, peeled, de-seeded and diced. • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil. • 1 oz (30g) Almonds, roughly chopped. • 2 pinches of sea salt flakes. • Coarsely ground Black Pepper, to taste. • Finely ground White Pepper, to taste. How To: Pre-heat the oven to 400F (200C). Place the diced butternut squash in an oven safe tray, and sprinkle the sea salt and some black pepper over it. Dust it with a bit of white pepper to your preference, then put it in the oven. Roast until the butternut pieces have softened, then put them in a food processor. Add the olive oil while running until you have a smooth purée. Transfer the purée to a serving bowl, and sprinkle the chopped almonds over it.

Exploring the Health Benefits of Lipoic Acid By Michael A. Smith, MD Since the 1980s, Life Extension has been educating people on the benefits of eating a wide variety of antioxidants from a wide variety of sources. Unfortunately, because of the poor conditions of our soil, many of our favorite fruits and vegetables simply do not carry the same nutritional punch that they did a few decades ago. What does this mean to you? First and foremost, it means that you need to supplement daily with a variety of antioxidants. One of the most important for your health is lipoic acid , and below we’ll take an in-depth look at this very unique antioxidant. What Makes Lipoic Acid So Unique? Widely known as a potent and effective antioxidant, lipoic acid demonstrates a multitude of health benefits directly related to its chemical structure. While most antioxidants are either water-loving or fat-loving, lipoic acid is actually both . Unlike vitamins C and E, which are c...

Smoky Greens WebMD Recipe Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 cup chopped sweet onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 16-ounce bag “cut and cleaned” mixed greens, mustard, turnip or collard greens 2 cups water, or low-sodium chicken or beef broth 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 tablespoon molasses 1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring, available in small bottles in the BB...

How To: Make Apple Vinegar From Scratch  http://www.17apart.com/2011/10/how-to-make-apple-vinegar-from-scraps.html   When you go out and pick two bushels of apples you better have a plan for using them up — especially in a timely manner! Lets recap: first we shared our homemade natural dog treat recipe , then we showed you our process in making fruit leather ; both of which made for a lot of leftover apple peels and cores, so we decided to try our hand at making our own apple vinegar. This all came about while gathering inspiration over on A Sonoma Garden for making our own natural fruit roll-ups — we stumbled across this additional how-to on how to make your own apple vinegar using 3 basic ingredients and a dash of patience, ha. We followed this tutorial word for word and are now well into the process of making our very own apple vinegar. The steps were really quite simple and again, this is a recipe that requires little to no measuring — the amount of ...