tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19211911084668105072024-03-12T21:36:42.426-07:00Raw TidbitsFood for LifeKathyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09471046645301943126noreply@blogger.comBlogger423125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1921191108466810507.post-13638658096204955372016-09-24T17:37:00.001-07:002016-09-24T17:37:54.363-07:00Buddha Bowl<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>Buddha Bowl</b></div>
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Buddah Bowls are a great way to use up leftovers.</div>
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Today on the menu</div>
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Layered from bottom up</div>
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<b>sauteed kale </b></div>
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green onions/garlic</div>
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<b>quinoa </b></div>
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cooked in veggie broth then added pre-made shredded kale/green onions/zucchini and black beans/garlic/spicy seasoning</div>
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<b>lentil soup/porridge</b></div>
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veggie broth/ red and french green lentils/ shredded carrots/onion/garlic/ salt/ pepper/spicy seasoning</div>
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<b>red onion</b></div>
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<b>avocado</b></div>
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I like it Hot!!!</div>
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Check out your fridge and see what kind of Buddha Bowl you can come up with.</div>
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Our CSA started a couple of week ago. </div>
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Some of the items we received were:</div>
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head lettuce</div>
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applemint</div>
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lemon balm</div>
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Filtered Water</div>
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4-5 bags of Organic Oolong Tea</div>
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1 c. Organic Cane Sugar</div>
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1/2 c. kombucha from the previous batch</div>
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add the tea bags</div>
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steep tea bags for 10-15 mins.</div>
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add sugar while tea is steeping and stir until dissolved </div>
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Let cool to room temperature then pour the cooled tea and more filtered water into gallon jar leaving head space for your scoby and a 1/2 c. of previous kombucha batch</div>
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Lay the Scoby on top and then pour 1/2 kombucha over it </div>
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I keep mine in the cupboard</div>
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Ferment for 7-14 days</div>
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Taste test until desired ferment is achieved</div>
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romaine lettuce</div>
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diced avocado</div>
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3/4 c. raw cashews</div>
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fresh or dried basil to taste</div>
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1 T. nutritional yeast</div>
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Blend in high speed blender like a Vita Mix until smooth & creamy </div>
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Kathyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09471046645301943126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1921191108466810507.post-20871736167272503182016-01-16T19:57:00.000-08:002016-05-21T21:07:30.578-07:00New Year....New Life<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>I am doing my spring cleaning a little early this year. The cleaning I am working on is my diet. I have been in this process for a few months now. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>I have been gradually coming out of a black hole that I got sucked into many years ago. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>There is a lot of chaos inside a black hole. It's a place of nightmares. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>Now I am on the other side heading towards life</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>...after you get out you go through a process of looking back and figuring out what happened. Then you stay paralyzed for a time because you now understand what was really going on. Your reality is shattered and.... your still breathing.... and your not sure if it is your last breath because your life has literally been sucked right out of you during this insidious process by someone you loved.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>This is my picture of severe trauma. Your picture may have a different story line or Lord willing you have not experienced trauma like this. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>For me, my health deteriorated over the course of years</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b> and then afterwards I lacked the ability to care for myself properly and I really didn't care anymore. I did not care for myself by doing the things that I knew would lead to good health and sustain it. I was stuck.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>Now, I find myself in a place where I am moving forward on my path . A path that leads to life....spiritually, mentally and physically. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>First....Seeking the Omnipotent God who made us and who cares. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>Looking to scripture which builds up the mind and gives light in the dark places. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>Ultimately He gives life and health to the body, but he gives us a free will to choose. I believe that much of our physical health lies in the choices we make....</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b> Such as what we eat and drink, how and if we exercise, getting sunshine, who we surround ourselves with (positive or negative), etc.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>Of course there are genetics, birth defects, particular illnesses and accidents that contribute to our health, but for most of us, I believe for the it lies with our choices.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b> I am choosing to make positive choices as I move forward in my healing. Choices that will keep me close to God and choices that move my body towards wellness.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>When I started this blog my intention was to track what I was eating, so that I would have a record to examine when my symptoms would flare up. I avoided those things that caused harm to my body. This was very successful and my health improved as I discovered what those offenders were. I began tagging all of my recipes so that I could refer back to them. I added other helpful info on here that helped me along my journey. I posted about the Community Supported Agriculture group that I was a part of for several years. Then I shared about helping a farmer get a CSA started in my community and hosted it at my home. I shared recipes using the veggies we received in our baskets hoping to get you excited about supporting your local farmers.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>Then I checked out..... and I have been on a journey of sorts...</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b> leading me to a journey of discovery</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>Today, I am going to begin a new journey on this blog. A journey back to wellness. This is mostly for me, but if it helps or encourages one person, then that is my hope. Therefore I am leaving this blog public. I will be re-posting some of my recipes and hopefully I will be adding some new ones. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>I am also endeavoring to resume consistency with my physical exercise. Because of the state of my health over the last few years and recurring injuries I have not been able to stay consistent. So, here's to consistency and no injuries! Praying for God's favor.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>I have placed my rebounder in the living room, so it is ready for action. I like to keep it on the floor and in my path so that I have to walk on it, to get over it. When I make a pass I do a some jumping to give my lymphatic system a good shakedown.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><b>A large amount of quinoa, I divided it in half. Half of it I left plain to create meals this week, for the other half I sauteed mushrooms, carrots, red bell pepper, kale, broccoli, garlic and onion in little olive oil then added it to the other half of the quinoa...added salt, pepper, Hungarian paprika, a dash of cayenne pepper and a splash of lemon juice.</b></i></span></div>
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<i><b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">To make the Almond pulp crackers I </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">blended a </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">zucchini, red bell pepper, carrots, salt, pepper and a little water until smooth. Then I mixed it together with diced</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> sweet red onion, ground sesame seeds and sunflower seeds. I spread it on dehydrator sheets and scored it like crackers and dried it until I was able to peel it off the teflex sheet and turn it over and then dried it until crispy. </span></b></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Dinner will be French Lentils and black rice casserole (recipe link on sidebar labeled Lentil rice casserole) over fresh baby kale, chard and spinach and topped with avocado. Maybe a salad or some roasted baby Brussels sprouts. </b></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><b><i>Chocolate Chip Mint Avocado Smoothie</i></b></span></div>
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<b><i>low glycemic</i></b></div>
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<i><b>In blender:</b></i></div>
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<i><b>2 c. homemade almond milk</b></i></div>
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<i><b>2-3 c. raw spinach</b></i></div>
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<i><b>1-2 T. raw cacao powder</b></i></div>
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<i><b>3-4 drops of peppermint essential oil</b></i></div>
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<i><b>2-3 brazil nuts or some walnuts or 1/2 scoop of Vega Protein powder</b></i></div>
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<i><b>blend and then add:</b></i></div>
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<i><b>1/2 frozen avocado cut into chunks</b></i></div>
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<i><b>blend again and then add:</b></i></div>
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<i><b>1 c. frozen blueberries</b></i></div>
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<i><b>2 T. raw cacao nibs</b></i></div>
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<i><b>stevia to taste</b></i></div>
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<i><b>blend to a creamy consistency and enjoy!!!</b></i></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">My favorite Blended Salad/Soup</span></i></b></div>
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<i><b>spinach </b></i></div>
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<i><b>super greens blend </b></i></div>
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<i><b>(kale, chard, spinach)</b></i></div>
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<i><b>cilantro</b></i></div>
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<i><b>mango</b></i></div>
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<i><b>cucumber</b></i></div>
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<i><b>tomato</b></i></div>
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<i><b>celery </b></i></div>
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<b><span style="text-align: left;"><i>Serrano</i></span><i> pepper</i></b></div>
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<i><b>lime juice</b></i></div>
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<i><b>topped with dulse flakes</b></i></div>
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<i><b>Optional: top with diced avocado</b></i></div>
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<i><b>add just enough water to make a soup consistency to your liking</b></i></div>
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<i><b>I like mine with a bit of texture, so I leave it with small pieces to chew on but with a soup like consistency</b></i></div>
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<i><b>vary the ingredient amounts according to your taste and use what you have on hand</b></i></div>
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Olives, pickles, grass-fed cheese, wine, yogurt, sauerkraut, and the seasoned, aged sausages the French call "charcuterie" are some of this category's most popular delicacies.<br />
Though the term "fermented" sounds vaguely distasteful, the results of this ancient preparation and preservation technique – produced through the breakdown of carbohydrates and proteins by microorganisms such as bacteria, yeasts, and molds – are actually delicious. Even more so, <strong>they are so beneficial to overall health that some of these "functional foods" are now considered to be "probiotics,"</strong> increasing your overall nutrition, promoting the growth of friendly intestinal bacteria, and aiding digestion and supporting immune function, including an increase in B vitamins (even Vitamin B12), omega-3 fatty acids, digestive enzymes, lactase and lactic acid, and other immune chemicals that fight off harmful bacteria and even cancer cells. </blockquote>
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<em>My life has been a whirlwind of change over the last couple of months. Some of the changes are grievously sad. In the midst of sadness God gave us a Blessing. My daughter became a mom for the first time and I became a grandmother to a beautiful little girl...Belle.</em><br />
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In March my mother passed away unexpectedly. This has been the saddest experience of my life.<br />
I miss her everyday. We had a thing where she would call to check in and let me know she was okay....and still among the living. <br />
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I miss those calls...the sound of her voice and her humor. She was one of the funniest people I've ever known. I only lived with my mom until I was nine years old and because of this we had a unique relationship. We became friends. I could tell her anything and she would do the same. My mother had a very difficult childhood and it continued throughout most of her life, but she was a survivor and would plow through. Perseverance is one of the greatest things that my mom taught me and I hope to pass on to my children.</div>
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Her greatest love in her life was her children...I am the oldest, then Ed, Joe and Esther<em> (Esther passed away at 5 yrs. old)..</em>and her grandchildren. She loved us more than anyone in the world and we knew it.</div>
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Whatever was going on in our life, she would be there and do whatever she could do to help or assist us, no matter the cost to herself.</div>
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This Mother's Day I am aching for my mom....so many things I want to tell her and do with her.</div>
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For now, I will look at her picture and remember her life and the love she gave and trust that I will see her again someday....giving thanks to my God and Savior for the Mother that he blessed me with.</div>
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">CHOCOLATE AVOCADO SHAKE </span></strong></div>
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In Vita Mix blend this mixture until smooth:</div>
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2 handfuls of fresh spinach</div>
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Blend until thick & creamy so that you have to eat it with a spoon</div>
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If your mixture is too runny add one ice cube at a time until it is thickened</div>
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">COCONUT WHIP CREAM</span></strong></div>
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1 can of full fat organic coconut milk</div>
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Day 3..... fifth juice of the day from <b><span style="font-size: large;">rasa </span></b>juicery</div>
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Yesterday was day 2 of my juice feast. It was a good day. I had to work in the morning and my job requires a lot of physical movement/energy, so I sipped on juices while working. I did not have any cravings or detox symptoms. My energy levels were stayed level and very good.</div>
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I attribute this to my high raw nutrient dense diet. </div>
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Today (day 3) has been good. I stayed home and worked around my house. I walked 3 miles with no problems...(I also walked 3 miles on day 1) with the exception of needing a bathroom, because of all the liquids I am consuming.</div>
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This cleanse has been so easy this time, that I thought I'd continue the juice feasting for an undetermined period of time....I will modify whenever I feel the need to begin eating again.</div>
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I made some green juice for tomorrow. </div>
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I froze most of the watermelon juice because I had so much! </div>
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My juices from <span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">rasa </span>still taste<b> </b>as good today, as they did the day I picked them up. </div>
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You can find <b><span style="font-size: large;">rasa </span></b>juices at <a href="http://www.georgetownmarket.com/retailer/store_templates/shell_id_1.asp?storeID=5C0MK01CSSNM8M69J1S5L0M76N66BP1D" target="_blank">Georgetown Market.</a></div>
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Today I began a 3-day juice cleanse.</div>
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I am doing this for several reasons......rejuvenation, reset, eliminate toxins, restore my adrenals after a very stressful period of time, I also have a rotator cuff injury that needs healing, so I really wanted to alkalize my body to relief some of the pain and discomfort and aid in healing. As you can imagine, it is difficult to prepare veggies and then push them through the juicer if your rotator cuff is not cooperative... :)</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">rasa</span> </b>had my juices fresh pressed this morning and ready for pick up bright and early.</div>
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24 bottles bagged and ready to go, with instructions. Each bottle was numbered in the ordered to drink.</div>
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I received 5 fresh pressed juices, a nut milk and 2 alkaline waters per day.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">rasa </span></b>juices and nut milks are absolutely fantastic!! Delicious, Smooth and Juicy! If you are out on the West Side and need a pick me up....try one of their juices!!</div>
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A couple of months ago I started making this super yummy Raw Super food dessert and I cannot stop talking about it. </div>
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While I was visiting our local health food market I met K and promised him I would post the recipe....so this is for you K.!!!</div>
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Enjoy! Many blessings to you and your dad on his journey to health!</div>
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">German Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake</span></strong></div>
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<strong>Ingredients for the brownie crust:</strong></div>
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<strong>1 c. raw pecans</strong></div>
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<strong>pinch of salt</strong></div>
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<strong>1 c. raw cacao</strong></div>
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<strong>In a food processor place nuts and salt and process until it is finely crumbled, but not turned into nut butter. Watch it closely.</strong></div>
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<strong>Open the lid and add raw cacao and process until powder is incorporated. Maybe 15-20 seconds.</strong></div>
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<strong>Press into baking dish.</strong></div>
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1 3/4 c. raw cashews</div>
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Place cashews in 1 pint mason jar and add enough water to fill to top.</div>
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We are 12 weeks into our CSA season. Our harvest is bountiful and delicious!</div>
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There are times during the summer months that I cannot eat up all of my zucchini...so instead of letting it go bad freeze it to add to smoothies or soups.</div>
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When using it for smoothies just throw in chunks of the frozen veggie!</div>
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So.....if someone wants to share their summer squash harvest with you and you don't have need at the moment.......go ahead and accept it and put it in the freezer! You can enjoy the gift long after it was given.</div>
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<i><b>Give thanks to the LORD for his bountiful provisions!</b></i></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>This is a doubled recipe and I used sweet red onions instead of yellow/white</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>makes two trays of bread</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>Mix together in large bowl until seeds gel~</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>2c. ground golden flax seeds</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>2 c. water</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>2 t. salt</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>5 carrots chopped up in Vita Mix or shredded</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>4 large red onions sliced in Food processor or other sweet onions</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>3 T. EV olive oil or grapeseed oil</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>Mix together until completely amalgamated and spread on teflex sheets and place in dehydrator at 105 degrees</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>dry on one side, flip and dry until desired texture and cut up with kitchen scissors</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>my bread is moist but firm and delicious...and sometimes I will make it extra crispy!</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Chocolate...Cheesecake....and Strawberries.....Delicious!!!</i></b></div>
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<b>8 soft dates ~pit removed**</b></div>
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<b>**depending on the size of the dates you may desire more sweetness. I usually add a few drops of liquid stevia to achieve desired sweetness.</b></div>
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<b> I usually blend my dates and liquids first until smooth and then add the other ingredients</b></div>
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<b>1 c. soaked cashews</b></div>
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<b>After both of the puddings are set..layer in pretty glass dish and top with strawberries.</b></div>
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Yesterday was the first day of the CSA which I facilitate and host at my home. I love this time of year when we receive super fresh (picked that morning!) vegetables.</div>
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I had a grand time setting up things yesterday and meeting and greeting all of our last year's members and newbies!</div>
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Wow!!! What a great start to the season!</div>
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No pictures this time as it was a super busy day for me and my family...I also had a couple contractors at my home during our pick up hours.</div>
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If you live in my area, it is not too late to join the CSA. Contact me through Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Eat-Well-Fitness/244196088996686" target="_blank">Eat Well Fitness</a> or you can go to<a href="http://www.localharvest.org/" target="_blank"> Local Harvest.org</a> to find a CSA near you.</div>
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Here is super easy and quick fix meal...super fresh and yummy!</div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 bunch of kale~cleaned and chopped</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 bell pepper your choice of color<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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Local farm fresh red and green baby kale...mmmmmmmmmmmm</div>
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<b><i>Eat real food the way God made it and be thankful</i></b></div>
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<b><i>My daughter and I are drinking this freely throughout the day.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>This juice is super cleaning for your skin, kidneys, liver, digestive system and it's anti-inflammatory and alkalizing . It may help with weight loss, it's a diuretic, helps to balance blood sugar, is rich in micronutrients, helps with the digestion and emulsification of fats. </i></b></div>
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<b><i>We have seen major improvements in my daughter and my skin, our digestion and elimination of excess water weight.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Check out this <a href="http://www.leaflady.org/health_benefits_of_dandelions.htm" target="_blank">except from the book by Peter A. Gail, Ph.D, titled" The Dandelion Celebration-The Guide to Unexpected Cuisine</a>"</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>I doubled my recipe and used sweet red onions instead of yellow/white</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>makes two trays of bread</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>5 carrots chopped up in Vita Mix or shredded</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>4 large red onions sliced in Food processor or other sweet onions</i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">mix together with hands until thoroughly amalgamated</span></i></b></div>
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<b style="text-align: left;"><i>dry on one side, flip and dry until desired texture and cut up with kitchen scissors</i></b></div>
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<b><i>After my diagnosis of Celiac Disease I have been working on treating <a href="http://www.gdx.net/learngdx/report-review/intestinal-permeability" target="_blank">intestinal permeability</a>, among many other things. One very helpful item for my protocol is fermented foods. <a href="http://www.hiddenpondllc.com/" target="_blank">Hidden Pond Farms is a</a> small local business that makes raw </i></b><b><i>fermented foods.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Two of my favorites are the Ginger Kombucha and KimChi. You can order on line for home delivery by visiting their <a href="http://www.hiddenpondllc.com/" target="_blank">website</a>.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Fermented foods feed the good bacteria in the gut & aid digestion.</i></b></div>
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<b><i> Fermented foods are highly beneficial for everyone because they give you natural probiotics, which are critical for immune health.</i></b></div>
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<b><i><a href="http://www.thesweetbeet.com/fermented-food/" target="_blank">The Sweet Beet</a> has a great article which tells of the benefits of ferments and links for making your own.</i></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.hiddenpondllc.com/" target="_blank">Hidden Pond Farm is located in Centerville, Indiana</a></div>
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<b><i>Another items on my daily regimen is ginger.....so I decided to make ginger lemonade...</i></b></div>
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<b><i>1 thumb of fresh ginger</i></b></div>
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<b><i>2 c. of water</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Blend in Vita Mix </i></b></div>
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<b><i>add lemon juice & liquid stevia to taste</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Ginger is anti inflammatory, great for digestion, warming to the body and just plain taste good!</i></b></div>
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<b><i><a href="http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=72" target="_blank">Whole Foods </a>has a great article on the benefits of ginger, tells you how to store it and uses.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>My teenage daughter is also gluten sensitive and carries the gene allele for Celiac, therefore we have been doing a lot more gluten free cooking & uncooking. </i></b></div>
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<b><i>On Friday we made a gluten free pizza using Bob's Red Mill Gluten free Pizza crust.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>I created a new cheese sauce because of our varied food intolerance's & sensitivities.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>You may also make a raw crust for your pizza & use tomato slices instead of tomato sauce and any other toppings you prefer. Mariated mushrooms & Onions are good...just soak in Bragg's Liquid Amino's or Coconut Aminos for a soy free option. I really enjoy using sweet onion bread</i></b></div>
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<strong><i>SWEET ONION BREAD</i></strong></div>
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<a href="http://rawon10.blogspot.com/2011_01_01_archive.html" style="color: #21bb55; text-decoration: none;"><b><i>recipe from Raw on $10 a Day</i></b></a></div>
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<b><i>I doubled my recipe and used sweet red onions instead of yellow/white</i></b></div>
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<b><i>makes two trays of bread</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Mix together in large bowl until seeds gel~</i></b></div>
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<b><i>2c. ground golden flax seeds</i></b></div>
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<b><i>2 c. water</i></b></div>
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<b><i>2 t. salt</i></b></div>
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<b><i>5 carrots chopped up in Vita Mix</i></b></div>
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<b><i>4 large red onions sliced in Food processor</i></b></div>
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<b><i>3 T. EV olive oil</i></b></div>
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<b><i>mix together with hands until throughly amalgamated</i></b></div>
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<b><i>dry on one side, flip and dry until desired doneness and cut up with kitchen scissors</i></b></div>
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<b><i>my bread is moist but firm and delicious</i></b></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">RawTidbit's Cheese Sauce</span></i></b></div>
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<b><i>1 c. coconut milk</i></b></div>
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<b><i>1-2 T. extra virgin coconut oil</i></b></div>
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<b><i>1/3 c. of dried onion flakes</i></b></div>
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<b><i>3/4 c. nutritional yeast</i></b></div>
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<b><i>3 cloves of garlic</i></b></div>
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<b><i>dash of Himalayan Salt</i></b></div>
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<b><i>1 T. toasted sesame oil</i></b></div>
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<b><i>3/4 c. raw cashews</i></b></div>
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<b><i>dash of tumeric</i></b></div>
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<b><i>1 dried chili pepper</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Blend until smooth and creamy. Use on pizza, raw or lightly steamed cauliflower/broccoli or on any other dish you like. May also be used as a dip or spread on roll ups.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>We used Jovial crushed tomato's for the sauce. Their tomato products are gluten free, vegan and sugar free!!......and delicious.</i></b></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">Blueberry Soft Serve</span></i></b></div>
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<b><i>1/4 c. of almond milk, coconut milk or water</i></b></div>
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<b><i>small handful of spinach</i></b></div>
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<b><i>1/2 frozen banana</i></b></div>
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<b><i>1/2-3/4 c. frozen blueberries</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Blend until you get a soft serve consistency</i></b></div>
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<b><i>and top with cacao nibs.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Enjoy!!</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Celebrating my daughter's sweet 16 Birthday!!!</i></b></div>
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Kathyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09471046645301943126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1921191108466810507.post-9462028163117522812013-03-10T17:56:00.001-07:002013-03-10T17:56:28.417-07:00Update.....<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<i>Greetings to my followers....</i><br />
<i>I have been lacking in posts this past year due to other activities that demanded my attention.</i><br />
<i>I have been blessed to be the host of a CSA that pick's up at my home during the 2012 year and will be hosting it again this year!</i><br />
<i>I have been part of a CSA going on nine years, this year and I highly recommend them. It is a great way to support our local farmer's and have nutrient dense produce each week.</i><br />
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<i>Also, my health issues have taken part of my lack of postings. I have had some minor setbacks...such as a couple of injuries and a confirmation of Celiac disease.</i><br />
<i>The latter has been difficult, but I am working on a plan for healing. I understand that it takes around three years for healing & a point of remission to take place...if you follow a strict gluten free diet and address other underlying conditions. I am now in the process of discovery of those other issues.</i><br />
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<i>This situation has been a tad bit difficult as I am a vegan and most of the research I have done is recommending animal products to aid in the healing. So, I am taking it one day at a time and waiting on the lab results. </i><br />
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<i>I will post more as I continue this journey in hopes of encouraging & helping others...</i><br />
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<i>God Bless</i><br />
<i>`Kathy</i><br />
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Everyday we should strive to feed ourselves & our family nutrient dense foods. </div>
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Eating this way improves our health in so many ways. It improves immune function, mental clarity, endurance, hormone balance, digestive health....</div>
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go on, add to this list....& post your comments below of the improvements you have experienced by eating a nutrient dense diet.</div>
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Pictured are some of the items I am serving my family today.</div>
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strawberries, clementines, snap peas, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, diakon radish & dip.</div>
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I made the dip by using <a href="http://www.addictedtoveggies.com/2010/12/atv-staple-recipe-raw-vegan-sour-cream.html" target="_blank">Addicted to Veggies vegan sour cream recipe</a>. Click the link to find it.</div>
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This is a great non dairy & gluten free recipe that is a staple at our house.</div>
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I added dried onion flakes, garlic, lemon juice and dill, a dash of Himalayan salt and a little homemade almond milk to thin it out. </div>
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If you thin this out a bit more it could be used as a ranch salad dressing. </div>
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It's a good idea to have fresh fruits & veggies on your table for the family to munch on. This helps to curb the mindless eating of unhealthy foods...</div>
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If I am on the go and I have these items pre-made at the beginning of my day, I can just bag them up or put a lid on the container and stick them in a cooler to go with me.</div>
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I also like to take nut butter or some nuts and rice crackers.</div>
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Then I never have to stop for fast food and I keep my body fueled and healthy.</div>
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I like to always be prepared and keep it simple.</div>
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Roasted Brussels sprouts & organic butternut squash</div>
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Our family loves this recipe from <a href="http://realsustenance.com/worlds-best-grain-free-lasagna-glutensoy-free-with-directions-to-make-dairy-free/" target="_blank">Real Sustenance. </a></div>
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I had left over noodles so I dried them in my dehydrator for the next time I wanted to make it.</div>
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*for my local friends.....Avon Kroger carries Daiya products!!!!</div>
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Daiya is gluten free, dairy free, nut free Vegan Cheese....</div>
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1 c. soaked and dried raw hazelnuts (or just use raw)</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">Place all ingredients in the food processor and process until smooth and creamy..you may need to scrape the sides down</span></div>
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<i>One night not long ago I was craving peppermint patties...so this is what I did and it worked out quite deliciously </i></div>
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<i><b>This is one of my favorite salad/soups combination.</b></i></div>
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<b><i>This is a super hydrating, fiber rich, nutrient dense and a filling soup or blended salad.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>I like to leave mine a bit chunky for texture and to get my digestive enzymes flowing from chewing, but you can blend until smooth if you prefer.</i></b></div>
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<i><b>Blended Soups and salad can be an easy way to get nutrients into those that are ill...ex. elderly, cancer patients or someone with limited ability or desire to chew and swallow food.</b></i></div>
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<i><b>For additional calories and or nutrients you can add protein like hemp seeds, chia seeds and sprouted protein powders. Sometimes I will add walnuts for omega 3's. Extra Virgin Coconut oil is another option. Be sure to check with your doctor if you have health conditions or concerns.</b></i></div>
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4 large red onions sliced in Food processor (I used Sweet onions)</div>
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I've been involved with a Community Supported Agriculture for 8 years....and I am looking forward to our 2013 CSA. This past year I was blessed to be the host of a CSA group in my own neighborhood.</div>
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We had a great year of sharing and learning new ways to use our produce. Some members discovered many new vegetables and found out just how delicious fresh local produce can be.</div>
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Just a few weeks ago I was still getting winter vegetables and I am longing for the greens of spring.....which is just around the corner. :)</div>
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The pictures that you see are 1/2 share boxes. Our boxes were always stuffed full of locally & sustainable grown, chemical free food. </div>
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If you know me and would like to know more about our two Westside CSA locations, give me a holler or message me. We are having informational meetings this month and in March.</div>
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If you not in my area you can find a CSA near you at: <a href="http://www.localharvest.org/csa/" target="_blank">http://www.localharvest.org/csa/</a></div>
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As you may know I use raw almond milk daily. Our family goes through about a 1/2 gallon per day. I use it in my smoothies and sometimes my children will use it on raw granola's. I take the leftover pulp and make nut cheese or pate's, dehydrate it into flour, make raw cookies or add it to raw breads.
I wanted to share a couple of video's on how to make RAW ALMOND MILK. This type of milk is delicious, easy to make and very helpful for those that are lactose intolerant and/or want to avoid dairy. You can find a link on the sidebar for a couple of books that will inform you about Dairy.<br />
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Thanks to RawGlow for the video above!!!<br />
I highly recommend, " The China Study"
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><b><i><span style="line-height: 18px;">This Saturday I made this cheese cake but I changed it up a bit....first I doubled the recipe...and instead of the fresh strawberries I crushed pecans in my Magic Bullet and spread them on top of the cheesecake. Then I made some raw chocolate....raw cacao...agave...vanilla and a bit of extra virgin coconut oil to firm it up a bit and then I drizzled it all over the top...!!!! sorry no pics, my drive is messed up.</span></i></b></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><b><i><span style="line-height: 18px;">But it was simply amazing and a hit for those who were up for the taste test at one of our family Christmas gatherings. </span></i></b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;">Whenever I make a soup I transfer it to my </span><span style="line-height: 18px;">crockpot</span><span style="line-height: 1.4;"> and place on the keep warm setting. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;">If you live in the Northern states please consider taking a Vitamin D2 supplement. When we lack the Sunshine during the winter months it is important to make sure we are getting Vitamin D. Nearly every person with a disease condition is Vitamin D deficient.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;">It is advisable to get your Vitamin D levels checked to see where you stand.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Remember to drink enough water every day. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Sometimes I find it easier to drink flavored water.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Today I made a couple of quarts of ginger lemonade.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">This recipe is alkalizing and anti-inflammatory.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;"><b>GINGER LEMONADE</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">liquid stevia to taste</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;"><b><i>LISTEN FIRST....</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;"><b><i>WAIT TO TALK....</i></b></span></span></div>
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