Herbal Remedies

The Benefits of Chamomile Tea and Its Uses

Chamomile tea has been cherished for centuries for its stress-relieving properties. Known for promoting relaxation, better sleep, and digestive health, this herbal elixir also boosts immunity and soothes skin irritations. With a simple preparation method, it offers a comforting experience that makes it a valuable addition to your self-care routine.

Appetizers

5-Minute Strawberry Tofu Cream Cheese Spread

The 5-Minute Strawberry Tofu Cream Cheese Spread is a dairy-free, protein-rich alternative to traditional cream cheese. Made from plant-based ingredients, it is suitable for vegans and lactose-intolerant individuals. This versatile spread is low in saturated fat, rich in antioxidants, and can enhance various dishes, making it a healthy kitchen staple.

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Mind, Body, & Soul

Why Freshly Milled Grain Beats Store-Bought Flour

The author emphasizes the benefits of milling their own grains, highlighting superior taste and nutrition compared to store-bought flour. Freshly milled flour retains essential nutrients lost in processing, unlike enriched flour, which may include synthetic vitamins. The post discusses the history of flour enrichment and its impacts on health and flavor.

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Breads

How to Make Whole Wheat Buns at Home

This post is all about sharing the joy of cooking and connecting with fellow food lovers through social media. The writer’s been showcasing their whole wheat buns, which are not just healthy but super tasty. Whether you use a bread machine or do it by hand, making buns can be fun and rewarding, plus there are tons of ways to mix it up!

Mind, Body, & Soul

Synthetic Vitamins vs Whole-Food Nutrients

The post argues that synthetic vitamins aren’t as effective as those from whole foods because they lack natural cofactors, enzymes, and phytonutrients. Studies show whole foods lead to better absorption and health outcomes. While synthetic vitamins can help, they might cause harm and shouldn’t replace a balanced diet rich in natural sources.

Dessert

Cream Cheese Made Healthier with Silken Tofu

This is an amazing draiy-free cream cheese that is lower in fat than the vegan options you find in stores that use nuts as a base. It hits the taste, texture, and thickness profiles of dairy without stealing milk from baby calves. This is a spreadable cheese that can be enjoyed over English muffins, bagels, crackers and so much more or use it in baking recipes.

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Recipes

Black Bean and Lentil Burgers

Black bean and lentil burgers serve as a nutritious substitute for meat patties, appealing to vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. They are high in protein and fiber, easily customizable, and suitable for batch cooking. A summer picnic story highlights a friendly squirrel, dubbed the “Burger Critic,” who enjoys a tiny burger patty offered by friends.

Recipes

Irish Sea Moss Gel

Irish Sea Moss is just what it sounds like: moss that’s been harvested from the sea. There are so many sea vegetables that we don’t even know of yet, much less be able to use every day. This is one sea vegetable that is worth our attention. It has many benefits to the health of the body and uses in cooking as an egg replacement or a thickening agent. It also comes in several colors.

Main Dishes

Sorghum & Bean Salad

This is a wonderful one dish meal that incorporates a whole grain with beans, non-starchy vegetables, with a deliciousness that is incompatible! It is vibrant and colorful, low-fat, and best of all, so easy to put together! You can also use any whole grain that you want, just be aware it may have a different cooking time.

Main Dishes

Cabbage Salad

This quick and easy recipe for high raw vegan Cabbage Salad came about because I did not like any of the cabbage salad recipes I found online. This however is delicious, and it could not be any easier to make! There is one vegetable to chop, the rest are open bag, measure and dump. A little pre-planning is required to thaw the frozen vegetables before mixing the ingredients or you can mix frozen vegetables into the salad if you are making it a day ahead. Always, you can skip the bagged frozen veggies for fresh ANY time, just mind the weight or measurements!