1 large head cauliflower 1 Tbsp. cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup milk or soy milk, or almond milk (unsweetened) Sea salt to taste Pepper to taste 1-2 tsp. minced garlic (optional) OR curry powder and nutmeg (optional) Cut cauliflower into 4-6 pieces and steam until cooked but not overdone. Place in food processor with remaining ingredients and blend … Read More
Conscious Coffee
By Dr. Angela Karvounides Americans drink 400 million cups of coffee each day. The average American adult ingests over 10 pounds of coffee per year. The magnitude of these figures illustrates that the coffee industry not only has a tremendous impact on our economy, but also on our health. While we all know that buying organic comes at an additional … Read More
Sugar Free Coconutty Bars
Ingredients 2 ½ cups Coconut-shredded and unsweetened 7 oz + 1 TB Coconut Oil 1 cup Nut butter- peanut or almond or mix the two 1 cup Milled flax seed 2 teaspoons Vanilla 70% dark chocolate- 3-4 oz bar Sliced almonds Directions 1. Mix coconut, coconut oil (reserve 1 TB), nut butter, flax seed and vanilla in a mixing bowl … Read More
African Pineapple Peanut Stew
Ingredients: • 1 medium sized yellow onion, chopped or minced • 3 garlic cloves, minced • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil • 1 bunch of kale • ½ cup organic peanut butter (make sure there is no added sugar – the only ingredient should be peanuts!) • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (if allergic to soy, try 1 tablespoon Tobasco or … Read More
Dr. Karvounides’ Tomato-free Chili
This one is sure to help you warm up through the winter months Adapted from Eat Right 4 Your Type Personalized Cookbook Ingredients: • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 1 pound ground organic turkey • 1 9 oz. bag of organic spinach • 1 12 oz. bag of … Read More
When MTHFR is not the answer
By Dr. Angela Karvounides In recent years, the gene, methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase, better known as MTHFR, has well-achieved its 15 minutes of fame in popular media for it’s role in many biological processes and a variety of different medical conditions. Genetic variations of this gene are present in 60% of the U.S. population. MTHFR polymorphisms are associated with increased risk of … Read More
10 Day Detox!! I Did It!
By: Allison Reynolds Day 9: I honestly can’t believe that I’m one day away from finishing this program. It was tough at times but I feel absolutely wonderful (and the weight loss was an added plus!) I’ve learned a lot about my body and what it needs to feel well and perform on a daily basis. I liked having energy … Read More
Day 8-Nearing the finish line!
By: Allison Reynolds I slept erratically last night. I think too much sun and going to bed too early may have had something to do with it. Even so, I started off the day not even half as lethargic as I usually would prior to the detox. I didn’t have to reach for a coffee to wake up. I drank … Read More
Days Six and Seven-The Power of Positive Thinking
By:Allison Reynolds Ok, so by now I’m feeling a bit tired and foggy. To everyone who told me that days 5-7 are the hardest! Thank you for prepping me… this is tough! I really could’ve gone for a banana or some blueberries this morning… But I started off with water and then my Ultra Clear Renew shake with 2 Advaclear … Read More
Detox–Day 5! – This is it!
By:Allsion Reynolds This will be a test of will power for the next 3 days! Liv is falling off the wagon… I’m afraid! She is still following the meal plan and taking the Advaclear though. So we are still a team! I noticed her complexion looks brighter and the circles under my eyes are dissipating! I really feel good! I … Read More