Healthy Desserts Wholesome desserts are an important part of a healthy lifestyle. They provide pleasure and keep us from feeling deprived and indulging in refined sugars and fats that rob us of our energy and vitality. Nothing says summer like sun ripened berries. This gluten-free, vegan dessert is filled with the goodness of high fiber [...]
The Gratitude Practice The practice of gratitude as a tool for happiness has been in the mainstream for years. Long-term studies support gratitude’s effectiveness, suggesting that a positive, appreciative attitude contributes to greater success in work, greater health, peak performance in sports and business, a higher sense of well-being, and a faster rate of recovery [...]
Baked Acorn Squash with Toasted Pumpkin Seed and Dried Cherry Stuffing This stuffed squash makes a perfect entrée for vegan/vegetarians or a side dish as part of a holiday meal. The combination of toasted pumpkin seeds and dried cherries give this sweet and savory stuffing a holiday feel. Serves 2 1 small acorn squash cut [...]
Creamy Leek Soup Nothing says autumn like a hot bowl of comforting soup. This creamy vegan soup has a rich flavor from the slow sautéing of the leeks, onions and garlic. I substitute zucchini for potatoes in this recipe to keep it a low glycemic soup. It freezes well if there are any leftovers. As [...]
The Physiology and Psychology of Healthy Weight Management: Weight Mastery The statistics are grim – most people don’t lose weight on a diet. As a result, they experience many years of failure or worse, suffering from the health effects of obesity. I think most people would agree that the dietary world is confusing. Popular weight loss [...]
