For an introduction to fermented foods, try this simple, 3-ingredient recipe. There’s something about the flavor of ginger that augments the flavor of garden-fresh carrots. If you’re not growing your own, look for carrots with their tops on at the market. If the tops appear bright green, aromatic, and fresh, the carrots will be, too. […]
Category Archives: Recipes
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Jan
Jan
Kefir is a tangy, milk- or water-based drink fermented by a symbiotic combination of bacteria and yeast clumped together in a matrix of protein, fats, and sugar. It’s a wonderfully rich source of healthy, diverse microbes and will do you a world of good. Kefir originated in the North Caucasus region, but no one knows […]
Kefir is a tangy, milk- or water-based drink fermented by a symbiotic combination of bacteria and yeast clumped together in a matrix of protein, fats, and sugar. It’s a wonderfully rich source of healthy, diverse microbes and will do you a world of good. Kefir originated in the North Caucasus region, but no one knows […]
07
Jan
Jan
Drinking your fresh fruit and leafy green vegetables can sometimes be more convenient than eating them, particularly when they’re combined in this delicious and nutritious smoothie that works for breakfast, lunch, or as an anytime snack. The pineapple and papaya are full of digestive enzymes that help break down protein, and the nutrients and fiber […]
03
Jan
Jan
Start your 2016 off with this perfectly balanced meal filled with microbe-boosting ingredients! *Makes 2 large bowls Ingredients 1 to 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa 2 to 3 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil 1 red onion, thinly sliced 4 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced 1 cup […]
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Dec
Dec
This flavorful and colorful quinoa dish is an excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber that can be served on its own or alongside fish and chicken. The combination of vegetables, dried fruits, and nuts makes this a microbiome winner that you will want to serve over and over again. It’s the perfect addition to […]
20
Dec
Dec
I love my Magic Smoothie. It’s full of live food and bloat-busting fiber and is a great way to start the day. It’s an outstanding alternative to breakfast cereal that’s been sitting in a box for months or pancakes or muffins that are broken down into pure sugar resulting in excess gas production, weight gain, […]
10
Dec
Dec
This small seed produces big benefits. Chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse filled with an easily digestible form of protein that’s a rich source of iron, magnesium, calcium, and phosphorous. Try this delicious chia seed pudding for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Mix it up by adding in some pureed berries or cocoa powder for variety. This […]
03
Dec
Dec
Imagine opening up your refrigerator and seeing ready-to-go salads all lined up just waiting to be eaten. While an official recipe to create a mason jar salad isn’t really necessary, there is a bit of an art to building the perfect mason jar salad to avoid ending up eating a soggy mess. (Hint: it’s all […]
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Nov
Nov
*Serves 2 If you like savory morning meals but crave just a little sweetness, then you’ll love this combination of kale and sweet potatoes with green apple thrown into the mix. Filled with veggies, fiber, and good complex carbs, this powerhouse breakfast is an energizing way to start the day. Top it with an egg […]