A holistic approach to nutrition recognizes that the foods we eat on a daily basis affect our mind, body and soul. Simply put, food has the power to bring clarity to our mind, provide the body with energy, and even comfort our soul. Food is energy, it is highly emotional, and it connects us to our past. The foods we eat can have powerful affects on our overall health and wellness. What we choose daily to eat matters to our Mind, Body, and Soul.
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BBQ Black Bean Salad
This BBQ Black Bean Salad is one of my favorite ways to Eat the Rainbow and use up left over black beans from dinner the night before! Plus, it comes with the added bonus of very little prep or cleanup after. It’s the perfect summer salad when all the summer produce is at its peak. These leafy greens and colorful veggies have a cooling effect on the body so it makes the perfect meal on a hot summer day. However, it’s delicious even when the sun isn’t shining!
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Daily Food Choices are an Investment in Your Future
Think of an investment in your health, like you would an investment in your wealth. Similar to how small financial contributions pay big dividends over a lifetime, the same is true when you make healthy foods choices every day. Over a lifetime these can really start to add up, leading to a better quality of life now and later on.
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Kefir for Improved Digestion
I was recently introduced to Kefir and am a HUGE FAN! Being a vegetarian I stayed mostly in the plant-based lane for milk and yogurt. So when Kefir became popular, I never thought to give it a try. I have to admit I would occasionally bake with Buttermilk or use Real Butter in a recipe. However, those times were few and far between and I hadn’t drank milk in over 20 years.
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How to Make Kefir at Home
All you need to make Kefir at home are Kefir Grains and Organic Milk. There are two types of grains available (Milk Grains or Water Grains). Today I am sharing about Milk Grains which ferment either Dairy or Plant-Based Milk in about 24 hours and render Kefir!
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