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Desserts

Mango Lime Pudding

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I’ve been trying to get more gelatin in my diet, so I decided to experiment with Great Lakes Unflavored Gelatin in addition to making bone broth. I’m currently reading The MELT Method by Sue Hitzmann which focuses on self massage techniques for connective tissue, and since gelatin is great for connective tissue it should help people who are in chronic pain. The Great Lakes brand is from a grass-fed beef source and is a kosher product. I am also putting their collagen hydrolysate into my morning green smoothie, for a tiny bit of added protein that is high in the amino acids glycine and proline. Since these amino acids are found more in organ meat and bone broth, than muscle meats, many people may benefit from supplementing if they don’t want to eat or can’t afford those foods. This supplement and protein powder are also very reasonably priced, especially in comparison to designer protein powders that have a long list of questionable ingredients.

I’ve also noticed that since I started making these puddings, I’ve had a decreased craving for processed healthy desserts from whole foods. Since these can be expensive, and it’s healthier to cook and use your own ingredients anyway, I’m very glad I decided to start adding puddings into my arsenal of healthy recipes.

Mango Lime Pudding
 
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Ingredients
  • 1.5 bag of frozen mango
  • 1 tbsp of gelatin
  • juice from 3 limes
  • 3 tbsp of grade b maple syrup or other sweetener (optional)
Instructions
  1. Slowly mix gelatin in a small amount of cold water.
  2. Add water to stove to slowly heat, and completely dissolved gelatin. Do not boil it will break down it's ability to gel. Just heat until you start to see steam.
  3. Blend mango, lime juice, maple syrup and add dissolved gelatin water.
  4. Pour into cups and refridgerate for a few hours, or if impatient a half hour in the freezer will be okay.

Health & Wellness

Top 5 Ways I Use My Vitamix

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1. My Morning Green Smoothie

The ingredients may change, but my routine for a healthy green smoothie will not. It’s easy to make and easy to clean.

2. Blended Soups and Mashed Vegetables

I love soup and mashed vegetables. For me, it’s comfort food. Plus, it’s an easy way to eat a ton of vegetables and add in different herbs. This is regularly my dinner even in the summer.

3. Salad Dressings and Condiments

Store bought salad dressings have tons of preservatives in them, so I like to make my own. I usually include citrus or apple cider vinegar with herbs. For my oil, I will either blend in nuts, avocado, or flax oil.

4. Fruit Sorbets and Ice Cream

A Vitamix can handle frozen fruit, so oftentimes I blend up a bunch of berries to make a sorbet, or I will combine berries and a banana to make ice cream. The banana will make it creamy.

5. Soaked Nut Milks

Store bought nut milks also have preservatives in them, so buy some cheesecloth instead. Simply blend nuts with water, add a sweetener such as maple syrup or honey if desired, then strain through a cheesecloth. 

Sides

Sauteed Beet Greens with Leeks and Thyme

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Sauteed Beet Greens with Leeks and Thyme
 
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  • Beet Greens (about half a batch)
  • ½ Leek
  • 1 tsp of fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp of coconut oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Add coconut oil to pan
  2. Add in beet greens and try to wilt them down to half their size.
  3. Then add the chopped leeks and continue to beet greens are completely wilted
  4. Add fresh thyme, and make sure beet stalks are softened.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Snacks

Raw Vegan Cinnamon Raisin Granola Bar

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Raw Vegan Cinnamon Raisin Granola Bar
 
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  • 1 cup of raw sunflower seeds
  • 1 tbsp of raw chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp of raw sesame seeds
  • ⅓ cup of raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • ⅓ cup of sun-dried raisins
  • 2 tbsp of raw & local creamed wildflower honey
  • (or alternative sweetener)
  • 1 pinch of himalayan sea salt
  • 1 pinch of saigon cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp of raw flax meal
  • 3 tbsp of water
Instructions
  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Line small cookie sheet with parchment paper for easy clean up, and spread mixture evenly over parchment paper.
  3. Put in dehydrator at 105 degrees for 4 hours.
  4. Flip mixture onto mesh sheet and use a knife to draw where you want to cut the granola bars for easier separation.
  5. Let it sit in the dehydrator for another 4 hours or until desired dryness.
  6. When done, gently break apart into bars.
Health & Wellness

5 Reasons To Get Your Health Organized with Google Calender

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1. You can share your calender. This will make it easier to coordinate appointments and healthy outings with your family and friends.

2. It has a mobile app that stays updated. Not only can you get your calender on your computer and phone, but you can also log in to your google account anywhere to see your calender.

3. You can set reminders. This seems obvious for appointments, but you can also set reminders to defrost leftovers or frozen grass-fed meat if you are an omnivore or follow a paleo diet. Personally, I like to set a reminder to defrost a small amount of grass-fed organ meat once a week.

4. Coordinate multiple calenders. Some ideas for helpful and healthy calenders are…

  • Doctors Appointments
  • Beauty Appointments
  • Exercise
  • Vacation
  • Meal Planning

5. You can print your calender directly from Google Calender. If you prefer a hard copy for your fridge this will give you options for day, week, and month views. You can also choose which calenders are visible, so if you want to only print the meal planning calender for your fridge, you can leave out your other calenders.

Excercise

Exercising with Audiobooks

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I’ve been listening to audiobooks more, at the recommendation of my physical therapist. So far, this has helped me use my arms and neck less, and motivate myself to exercise more . I’ve been downloading books from Audible and using Simply Audiobooks, which is like Netflix for Audiobooks. They ship them to me at a monthly rate, I upload them and format them for iTunes and then I send them back. I like the instant gratification from Audible, but downloading books from that site can get expensive. Simply Audiobooks is a good price in comparison, but their selection and availability isn’t that great. For example, I keep getting sent books that are halfway down my wishlist, when I really want to listen to the ones at the top. Another resource for audiobooks is at the public library, although I haven’t pursued this option yet.

Since I’ve started listening more, I’ve noticed that I don’t mind going for a walk or to the gym as much so my physical therapy has been more consistent. My pain is also reduced from reduced time spent in front of a iPad, phone, and computer and from being more active. Overall, I will keep trying to get more audiobooks into my routine in as many ways as I can.