Everyone has their own idea of what a good bowl of chili is. The spectrum can range from lots of beef, tomatoes and maybe the odd kidney bean, to a colourful bowl full of mostly veggies and far from any source of meat. Mine is somewhere in the middle, striving for colour, texture, ‘umami’, and…

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Lemon is an excellent and rich source of vitamin C, an essential nutrient that protects the body against immune system deficiencies Lemons contain pectin fiber which is very beneficial for colon health and also serves as a powerful antibacterial It balances maintain the pH levels in the body Having warm lemon water early in the…

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Fried rice ins’t exactly the best option on a Chinese take-out menu….from a nutritional standpoint at least. But making your own at home can be both nutritious and delicious! This type of recipe is perfect for those bits and bytes lying around in the fridge. Leftover veggies (anything, really) and cooked chicken, pork, ham, tofu,…

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Interpret these high energy bars to whatever tickles your fancy!  Choose your favorite cereal, dried fruit, nuts and create your own granola bar masterpiece.  These bars work best when individually wrapped and frozen until ready to eat.  A quick snack to grab on the go!  Don’t forget that pinch of sea salt….trust me 🙂 There are…

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Warm, fluffy pancakes are THE BEST. But if you’re not going to dowse them in REAL maple syrup then don’t even bother. A side of naturally-raised bacon or sausage won’t hurt, but make this a once-in-a-while weekend breakfast treat 🙂

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