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One Pan Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice

One Pan Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice is the perfect weeknight dinner—flavourful, fuss-free, and all made in a single pot. Juicy, golden-browned chicken is nestled into zesty lemon-infused rice, simmered in a savoury broth with fresh herbs and garlic. This dish brings Mediterranean comfort to your table with minimal cleanup…
Baskets of purple eggplants to choose from to make eggplant dumplings alla parmigiana.
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Eggplant Dumplings Alla Parmigiana

If you like melanzane alla parmigiana, this dish tastes just like the Italian classic but in dumpling form. The dumplings are gloriously rich and cheesy and yet somehow incredibly light. You can make the sauce ahead and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days, or in the…
blue plate on a marble countertop with two slicces of gluten-free banana bread
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Banana Bread: Super Moist, Gluten-Free & Delicious

If you are anything like me, your freezer may be overflowing with frozen black bananas! This banana bread recipe never fails and the end product is devoured within 24 hours. Gluten-free baking can be nutritious and delicious. My go-to secret and recommendation is to cut your GF flour in half…
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Red Thai Curry Fettuccini

Warm up your cool autumn evenings with this delicious, savoury pasta recipe. This Red Thai Curry Fettuccini whips up in about 20 minutes and uses easily accessible ingredients that you can find in almost any grocery store. Try this leftover-friendly recipe as part of your meal prep or as an…
Gluten-Free Vegan Chai Pecan Cookies on a plate.
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Gluten-Free Vegan Chai Pecan Cookies

These vegan chai pecan cookies are aromatic, gluten-free, oil-free, dairy-free and full of rich chai spices, soft texture and pecans. This recipe uses the Chai Spice blend from our local Kelowna Don-O-Ray Farms containing a ground blend of fennel seed, black cardoon, cloves and cinnamon. Dry Ingredients 1 ¼ cups Oat…
closeup of a vegan thanksgiving loaf with cranberry glaze on a rack out of the oven
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Vegan Thanksgiving Loaf with Cranberry Glaze

Can’t find a tofurkey? This dish offers a perfect savoury-sweet contrast of tart-but-sweet cranberry glaze coupled with a hearty loaf. It fulfills every requirement of a holiday dinner main dish. A whole foods, plant-based alternative to the holiday turkey or tofurkey. Try this delicious and interesting Vegan Loaf for your…
Vegan quinoa chocolate chip cookies on a wooden cutting board with a small white bowl holding a few cookies
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Vegan Quinoa Chocolate Chip Cookies, Gluten Free

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,…
Buckwheat Almond Thumbprint Cookies with Strawberry Jam
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Buckwheat Almond Thumbprint Cookies

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. Ingredients 1 cup Organic Light Buckwheat or Sprouted Buckwheat…
Vegan wild mushroom soup served in a red bowl with gluten free bread on the side
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Wild Mushroom Soup

A recent study was published touting mushrooms for their brain health benefits. Mushrooms are not just full of protein but they are rich in ergothioneine – a potent antioxidant, similar to glutathione, that helps to reduce mild cognitive decline and protect our energy-producing mitochondria. Homemade mushroom soup doesn’t take too much…
Vegetarian red beet borscht soup in bowls on an old wooden background
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Red Beet Borscht Soup

Borscht is a nutrient-dense, cleansing soup, originating from Ukraine. The number of vitamins and minerals in the beetroot are what makes borscht a true nutritional powerhouse. A few of the notable health benefits include reduction of blood pressure, stomach, liver, and heart protection and cleansing of the blood and circulatory…
Delicious Chicken Zoodle Soup in a bowl, garnished with parsley
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Chicken Zoodle Soup

Looking for a comforting, cozy, and healthy option for dinner? Look no further! This Chicken Zoodle Soup recipe is loaded with veggies and chicken, guaranteed to warm you up on a chilly winter evening. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make. A feel-good option for when you’re feeling under-the-weather, or…
closeup of chicken noodle stir fry with broccoli, chicken and red pepper
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Chicken Noodle Stir-Fry Recipe

Chicken Noodle Stir-fry This chicken noodle stir-fry recipe is healthy and delicious. With flavourful veggies and juicy chicken, this colourful dinner option is sure to become a family favourite. Ingredients ½ a bunch of fresh coriander 3 cloves of garlic 5 cm piece of ginger 1 bunch of spring onions…
Apple Cider Citrus Turkey Brine Recipe cooking in a pot on the stove
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Brine Recipe for Juicy Roast Turkey

This Brine Recipe has become our favourite way to cook a turkey for Thanksgiving, Christmas and any other reason we can think of. We hope you give it a try and enjoy it as much as we do! Ingredients  6 litres of water 1 large orange or 2 smaller (quartered)…
Healthy Pumpkin Muffins fresh out the oven
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Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

Healthy Pumpkin Muffins 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 Ingredients 3 cups old-fashioned oats* 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice, homemade or…
Closeup of an arugula salad with mango and avocado
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Arugula Salad: Mango, Macadamia and Avocado

Arugula is one of our favourite greens for a fresh appetite-stimulating salad. It’s now in season and available everywhere. If you find that Arugula is too bitter for you to enjoy (as it can be later in the summer months), don’t throw it out! A simple squeeze of lemon and…
keto friendly sausage stuffed mushrooms
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms – Keto Friendly

Now that the weather is beautiful and we are socializing a bit more, these are a delicious crowd-pleasing appetizer. These hearty stuffed mushrooms are loaded with cream cheese, spinach, and sausage. A quick tip on washing mushrooms – you don’t! Rather, take a wet paper towel or a wet cloth…
Ingredients on a cutting board with a Raw Cacao Hemp Seed Smoothie
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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…
Versatile Everyday Salad Dressing Served Over an Arugula Salad
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Versatile Everyday Salad Dressing

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.…
Gluten-Free Vegan Zucchini Apple Bread sliced on cutting board
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Vegan Zucchini Apple Bread, gluten-free

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…
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Can I Have Your Attention, Please? Treating ADHD Naturally

By Dr. Anita Bratt ND Imbalances & supplementing with nutrients It is very difficult for children to learn when they struggle to sit still or pay attention. By taking a whole-body approach to treating ADHD, symptoms can improve. Nutrition is a good place to start to ensure adequate intake of…

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