Did you know that your body creates vitamin D from direct sunlight on your skin when exposed outdoors? That means that from about late May to the end of September, most of us should be able to get all the vitamin D necessary from sunlight. However, those who live in climates with long winters can be left [...]
5 Ways to Naturally Strengthen Your Immune System By Health Expert Julie Germaine I’ve often been asked by my clients, “How can I strengthen my immune system naturally?” This is an excellent question in today’s climate, and one directly related to your physical health and food choices. To enjoy a strong immune system, it is [...]
Best Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Finally I've found a crispy, tasty, healthy breading for chicken fingers that I love and - most importantly - that the kids ask for again and again. You'll love the easy-to-find ingredients and appreciate my tips passed along after lots of trial and error. Air-Fryerwax or parchment paper .526 [...]
French Onion Chicken This recipes requires more time to prepare, but you'll enjoy the leftovers and it'll give you a warm feeling during cold winters. Incorporating bone broth into cooking has many health benefits. 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts2 pinch salt2 pinch pepper1 tsp thyme.5 tsp paprika5 tbsp avocado oil2 large sweet onions (sliced into [...]
Zesty Turkey-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes An absolute win with the whole family - even my fussy toddler eats up her entire serving. Don't be intimidated by the hot stuff, it provides flavour and isn't a spicy dish. 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil225 g cooked turkey (Tip: buy a standard 450g package, cook [...]
Zucchini Crab Sushi This is a delicious lunch, or a beautiful appetizer to offer your party guests a healthy choice. When it comes to improving your health, zucchini is amazing! This vegetable is loaded with nutrients that aid digestion, ease constipation, balance blood sugar and hormones. Zucchini are stacked with fiber, vitamin C, A, folate and [...]
Low-Carb Cauliflower Shepherd's Pie My mom was the one to suggest this recipe, and she was bang on! You won't even miss the potatoes in this delicious low-carb cauliflower shepherd's pie. 1/2 lb lean ground chicken or turkey1 head cauliflower300 g sweet potato (optional)1 cup celery (diced)1 cup carrots (diced)1 cup peas (frozen)2 onions (diced)1 [...]
When Is The Best Time to Take Vitamins? By Health Expert Julie Germaine Coram Choosing to include vitamins in your healthy routine has many benefits. The essential nutrients obtained through foods are not always enough to support optimal bodily function, which can leave one at risk for developing a weak immune system, leading to [...]
Ultimate Protein Brownies with Prunes Enjoy this sweet treat guilt-free! Top up your daily protein requirement (protein powder) and boost your body's ability to strengthen your bones (prunes), protect against heart disease (dark chocolate) and stress. Your family will approve and eat without knowing how sneaky you've been in getting them to eat healthy. 1 [...]
Air-Fryer Bok Choy Dumplings Bok choy is a member of the cruciferous family and tends to be more gentle on digestion than other crucifers like broccoli and cauliflower. Bok choy helps to rebalance your gut's microbiome while also helping to balance hormone levels and reducing estrogen dominance. Air-Fryer 1 tbsp olive oil10 slices turkey bacon (cooked and [...]
