Gut Healing Spring Smoothie

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green gut healing smoothie in two glasses on a stone counter with pineapple chunks as garnish

Our favourite gut healing smoothie to kick start your spring. Enjoy this every morning for a week in place of breakfast and coffee to shed a few belly pounds! 1 heaping cup frozen pineapple chunks 1/2 large frozen banana 1/2 cup (125 mL) water 1/2 cup (125 mL) coconut water 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley…

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Decadent Chocolate Quinoa Cake / Cupcakes – Gluten Free

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Chocolate Quinoa Cupcakes with cashew icing.

Looking for a dairy-free, gluten-free dessert? These decadent Chocolate Quinoa Cupcakes are delicious, moist and nutritious! This recipe can be used to make cupcakes or cakes, and once cooled pairs beautifully with Dairy-free Cashew Vanilla Icing. Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 45 -60 minutes Total time:  45-60 minutes 2 cup cooked quinoa (white or golden), loosely…

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Dairy-Free Cashew Vanilla Icing  

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dairy free cashew vanilla icing on four chocolate cupcakes with a raspberry on top

Dairy-Free desserts can still be delicious! If you are unable to have dairy, cream, or any form of whey or casein protein, soaked cashews make a delightful topping to any carrot cake, loaf or cupcake recipe. For your next creation, be sure to try out this cashew vanilla icing recipe. It is soooooooo yummy, we…

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Vegan Quinoa Chocolate Chip Cookies, Gluten Free

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Vegan quinoa chocolate chip cookies on a wooden cutting board with a small white bowl holding a few cookies

Quinoa is one of our favourite grains to work with and recommend. Because quinoa flour is high in protein, it will bake similarly to regular flour and result in a delicious melt-in-your-mouth, soft cookie. Quinoa flour is a wonderful option for gluten-sensitive or allergic patients and is rich in fibre, magnesium, phosphorus, folate and small…

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Buckwheat Almond Thumbprint Cookies

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Buckwheat Almond Thumbprint Cookies with Strawberry Jam

These buckwheat cookies were so delicious, we made them twice in one week!  Buckwheat has a delicious nutty flavour and when combined with almonds, is a nutrient-dense treat. These are soft and chewy, and the organic strawberry jam makes the perfect addition. 1 cup Organic Light Buckwheat or Sprouted Buckwheat Flour 1 1/2 cups Organic Almond…

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Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

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Healthy Pumpkin Muffins fresh out the oven

These healthy pumpkin muffins are naturally gluten-free, sweetened with maple syrup, quick and easy to make, and so perfectly delicious for welcoming us into Autumn. TOTAL TIME: 30 MINS   PREP TIME: 15 MINS     COOK TIME: 15 MINS 3 cups old-fashioned oats* 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice, homemade or store-bought 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 3/4 teaspoon fine…

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Raw Cacao Hemp Seed Smoothie

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Ingredients on a cutting board with a Raw Cacao Hemp Seed Smoothie

This smoothie makes a great nutritious dessert or a sweet afternoon energizing drink. It is nut-free and high in plant-based protein. Additionally, hemp and chia seeds are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Raw cacao is very high in antioxidants, even more than regular cocoa powder. The pear can be replaced with one frozen banana…

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Versatile Everyday Salad Dressing

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Versatile Everyday Salad Dressing Served Over an Arugula Salad

Spice up your salads with a new twist. This salad dressing packs an extra punch of garlic for heart health and livens up your taste buds. Make ahead of time and pair with some fresh spinach, arugula or spring greens, a handful of pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and dried cranberries. Enjoy! ¾ cup extra virgin…

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Vegan Zucchini Apple Bread, gluten-free

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Gluten-Free Vegan Zucchini Apple Bread sliced on cutting board

This vegan zucchini bread can easily be made into muffins that are moist, delicious and healthy! This is a gluten-free version, but you may also use regular flour if you wish. You can also freeze the second loaf for future use. This is a great breakfast loaf with butter and jam or can be served…

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Allergy-Friendly Energy Balls

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allergy-free energy balls – mind body soul kelowna

As more children and adults develop allergies, it can be a bit tricky to pack healthy accommodating snacks for school and work. This energy ball recipe skips on the nuts and uses black beans as the main protein base. Black beans are not only rich in protein but also in iron and fibre – and…

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