by michellesavard | Aug 9, 2012 | Health Tips
It is estimated that between one third and one half of Americans have insomnia or complain of poor sleep. Regular, restful sleep is often underestimated when looking at one’s general health, but in actuality, it affects the functioning of our entire body as it...
by michellesavard | Jul 19, 2012 | Health Tips, Uncategorized
Summer can be synonymous with vacations and relaxation, but when the temperature is high, this can cause increased irritability, nervousness and stress confirms psychiatry professor, Nancy Molitor from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. As mentioned...
by michellesavard | Jul 12, 2012 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Carrot SaladPreparation time: 15 minutes Portions: 6 Ingredients: 6 Raw beets ½ cup Dry raisins ½ cup Pumpkin seeds Vinaigrette: ¼ cup (65 ml) Extra-virgin olive oil 3 ½ tbsp (55 ml) Apple cider vinegar Preparation: Soaking raisins and seedsThe night before, soak...
by michellesavard | Jul 6, 2012 | Dairy-free, Healthy Eating, Uncategorized
Lentil sproutsWhether you are looking for a mini-project to do with the kids this summer, looking to do some simple gardening in your kitchen or you are just looking for an easy way to integrate fresh nutrient-packed foods into your diet, sprouting is for you! What...
by michellesavard | Jun 21, 2012 | Health Tips, Healthy Eating, Weight loss
Summer EatingBathing suit season has officially arrived and between a hamburger BBQ and an ice cream you may be wondering what your body really needs to stay looking great in the skimpiest season of the year. Because today it is so easy to buy tomatoes or even...
by michellesavard | Jun 5, 2012 | Dairy-free, Healthy Eating
A question people don’t take lightly! Most people I have ‘argued’ with about this have found very justifiable, researched-backed arguments to defend their taste! Here are all the major facts to help you make the best individualised choice for your health: Let’s...
by michellesavard | Apr 4, 2012 | Health Tips, Healthy Eating, Women's health
Ok, there is no denying, there is a definite baby-boom among my friends right now. Is this really the age? Are we not too young for this people!? If you too have caught the baby-making bug and want a little dragon baby of your own (2012 is the year of the dragon in...
by michellesavard | Mar 30, 2012 | Dairy-free, Recipes
In need of a healthy spring treat? Try these deliciously healthy gluten-free, dairy-free Pumpkin Mole Enchiladas. by Rachel O’Kaine, www.anamericaninturin.wordpress.com Mole: 1 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted ½ large white onion, cut into large chunks 3 garlic cloves,...
by michellesavard | Mar 22, 2012 | Health Tips, Healthy Eating
Shunned upon by many, fats are an essential part of one’s diet but it is crucial to understand which are good and which are bad. If you are like many people and are confused by the mixed messages you are receiving about fats, follow this easy guide to choosing the...
by michellesavard | Feb 24, 2012 | Dairy-free, Recipes
Cashew CheeseLooking for a dairy-free cheese lternative? Check out this delicious faux-cheese recipe! CASHEW CHEESE 190 grams (1 1/2 cups) plain cashew nuts (not roasted or salted) 60 ml (1/4 cup) water 2 tablespoons dry white wine (optional; substitute water if...
