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Heart “Beet” Ginger Soup

Here’s a recipe to get you started on your heart-⁠healthy diet. Ingredients 4–6 large beets ½ head of cauliflower...

Posted Jan 13, 2017|Recipes

Creamy Carrot and Ginger Soup (Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Nightshade-Free)

As the days become chillier during this time of festivities and company, there’s nothing better to warm the body and soul than a delicious...

Posted Nov 10, 2017|Recipes

Ginger—Anti-Inflammatory and Analgesic in Dysmenorrhea

Zingiber officinale, known commonly as ginger, has been widely recognized for its action as an anti-nausea remedy. However, Traditional Chinese...

Posted Dec 11, 2017|Naturopathic Currents

Natural Nootropics—Because We Could All Use a Boost!

When it comes to energy levels mood, memory and concentration, we all seem to have good days and bad days. But when the bad days seem to...

Posted Feb 5, 2018|Naturopathic Currents

The Fermented Gang: Avengers in Your Plate

As a budding alchemist, for almost two years I kept a small, airtight jar of umeboshi in my fridge. No, it’s not some kind of miniature...

Posted Sep 14, 2018|Health

Ginger Mojito

Ingredients 1 litre of carbonated spring water 1–2 sprigs of fresh mint 1–2 sprigs of fresh sweet basil 1 tsp....

Posted Sep 20, 2018|Recipes

Healthy Detox Soup

An original recipe developed according to the properties of selected vegetables, "like a formulation for pharmacological activity." This...

Posted Oct 3, 2018|Recipes

Stress and Digestion: What is the Connection?

What is Stress? Stress is a threat to the internal balance (homeostasis) of the body. Stress related conditions including anxiety,...

Posted Nov 8, 2018|Health

Ginger, An Unsung Hero

Ginger (Zingiber officinalis) is an herb that often takes a back seat to other anti-inflammatory herbs such as turmeric or boswellia. However,...

Posted Dec 20, 2019|Health

Acorn Squash Stew

I love easy and fairly quick meals for weekdays, especially when I have enough leftover for my lunch the next day! This squash will take you...

Posted Jan 13, 2020|Recipes

Slow-Cooker Tofu Biryani

Ingredients 1 block extra firm tofu, cut into small cubes 2 potatoes, sliced 2 tomatoes, diced 1 onion, sliced 6 mushrooms, quartered...

Posted Jan 19, 2021|Recipes

Honey Garlic Ginger Slow-Cooked Chicken Thighs

Over years of working with families, I have learnt that meal planning plays a key role in healthy eating. In addition, having some extra-easy meal...

Posted Apr 7, 2021|Recipes

“Passage to India” Dry Rub

Enjoy this contemporary, robust take on an Indian flavour profile. Tablespoon measures yield a little more than a cup. This rub goes great with...

Posted May 13, 2021|Recipes