Have you ever heard of amaranth? Amaranth is similar to quinoa, but much smaller. It contains many health benefits: Amaranth seeds contain lysine, an essential amino acid, limited in other grains or plant sources. Most fruits and vegetables do not contain a complete set of amino acids, and thus different sources of protein must be…
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5 min Cashew, Peanut Butter and Chocolate Powerballs (vegan, no processed sugar, soy-free, gluten-free)
Ever feel like a sweet bite? You know, not quite dessert, not quite a snack; just a bite, something to satisfy your sweet tooth. Something that’s quick and easy, won’t make a mess in the kitchen and that the whole family will love. Oh and of course, something good for you, healthy, made with real,…
Homemade Granola/Oat Bars (vegan, soy-free, gluten-free)
Simple to make. Super yummy. No need to buy commercial granola bars that are filled with sugar and preservatives! These are delicious as is, or if you want, you can add some raw cacao nibs, or chocolate chips, or dried organic cranberries (sulphite-free) for the kids (or the big kids). Oats naturally don’t contain any…
What to eat for breakfast? 15 quick and healthy ideas
If you’ve ever wondered what to eat for breakfast, I thought I’d give you some suggestions by sharing what I eat. This might be a good reference. Breakfast is such an important meal, a way to start your day on the right foot, to make sure you have enough energy (physically and mentally) to do…