Recipes

Food is some of the best medicine! In my naturopathic and acupuncture practice, I often work with my patients to address their health concerns using dietary strategies. For me, it was incredibly empowering when I realized that I could take my health into my own hands by cooking and eating healing foods. Below are a few of my favorite recipes that are both healthy and delicious. To learn about more recipes and other natural health tips, please subscribe to our mailing list (the link is in the side bar).

Squash!

Does anyone want any summer squash? Does anyone else have this problem?  You planted zucchini and now it seems to be taking over.  You are up to your ears in these vegetables, and they seem to be getting bigger by the hour! Well, of all the problems one might face in the world, this is …

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Gingerbread Smoothie

This is a great on the go breakfast or snack.  Packed with protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, anti-inflammatory herbs and even some iron.  Oh, and it’s delicious! Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 2-4 Tbs of hemp protein powder 1/4 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp ginger 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1 Tbs molasses  If you have blood …

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Masala Chai

In India, chai is the word used for tea with milk in it.  Masala chai refers to tea with milk and spices.  The spices that are traditionally used in masala chai are warming and can be used to help fight off a cold, or to warm you up when you feel chilly.  They are also …

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Medicine in a bowl

Bone broth is delicious, comforting and nutritious.   This recipe uses chicken bones, but you can use bones from other animals as well.  Lamb and beef bone broth are also very tasty and nutritious.

Banana Nut Muffins

Banana Nut Muffins These muffins are gluten and dairy free, with lots of protein and no refined sugar.  Oh, and they are delicious!

Hot Chocolate

Hot Chocolate This hot chocolate makes a wonderful wintertime dessert or snack.  It has all the taste and health benefits of chocolate, without the sugar or dairy.   With the richness of coconut oil and the natural sweetness of the almond milk, most people do not need to add extra sweetener.

Blueberry Vinaigrette

Blueberry vinaigrette Ingredients: – Equal parts blueberries and balsamic vinegar – Salt, onion powder and dijon mustard to taste Directions: Mix all ingredients in a blender.  Drizzle on salad with olive oil.  Also delicious on fish or meat.