Nicole Benson, BA, CNP
If you're looking for a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink this summer, this one is perfect! Simple, easy to throw together, and delish! Lemon Ginger Spritzer 750mL bottle carbonated spring water 1/2 organic lemon peeled, sliced in halves 2 inch organic ginger, peeled, sliced maple … [continue]
Ok ok I admit, I get way more excited than most people about things like kitchen appliances, cooking gadgets, and plants I can grow on my balcony! But seriously you have to agree with me that having your own Lemon and Lime trees would be pretty cool! no? … oh I’m sure you said yes! [...]
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Strawberry Banana Oatmeal 1/2 cup oatmeal (I used Bob’s Red Mill – Organic Quick Cooking Rolled Oats) 1 cup water 1 tbsp honey 1 tsp maple syrup 1 tbsp chia seeds 1 tbsp flax seeds 2 tbsp slivered almonds 2 organic strawberries diced 1/2 organic banana sliced dash of cinnamon dash of nutmeg almond [...]
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A friend sent me a recipe for vegetable soup to try out…I thought perfect! I’ve got almost all of these ingredients at home, I’ll make it tonight! However, when I went to make it I realized I didn’t even have half of the ingredients the recipe called for! At this point I had my heart [...]
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Friday night I had a huge craving for ice cream, but I didn’t have any of my favourite Coconut Bliss ice cream in the fridge. Luckily I had a few bananas in the freezer, so it was really quick and easy to whip up this delicious dairy-free ice cream recipe. Maple Butter Pecan “Ice Cream” [...]
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This dessert is delicious, pretty quick to prepare, and easy on your digestive system! Dairy-Free, Grain-Free, Refined Sugar Free, Gluten-Free, Raw (so packed with natural enzymes)… what more could you ask for in a dessert?! Besides, it just looks so pretty when you garnish and serve it to your family, friends, or even just for yourself! [...]
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Lemon-Dill Rice Pasta Salad 1 cup brown rice pasta handful of organic spinach handful of dill (chopped) 1/3 of cucumber (peeled, cut in half, sliced thin) 1/3 organic red pepper (finely sliced) handful of organic cherry tomatoes (halved) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1/2 organic lemon (juiced) dash of sea salt dash [...]
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I’m always looking for great new recipes for breakfast meals. I love oatmeal, and I like to find ways to make it a little bit different each time. This is a breakfast bowl that’s actually made from brown rice. It’s filling, delicious, warm and comforting. The apple gives it a fresh taste, and the walnut [...]
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If you’re looking for a drink to awaken the senses, here it is! Be prepared for lots of flavour with a kick! This drink is refreshing, and great for waking you up in the morning. You will be juicing both the flesh, peel and pith of the lemon, which makes this much more intense than the lemonade you [...]
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This soup is now by far one of my fav’s. The flavours work so incredible together, with hints of coconut, curry, cinnamon and more! This soup is hearty, comforting and a perfect meal for these cold weather months. I just recently returned from a Yoga, Meditation, and Nutrition retreat in Costa Rica. It is truly a very special place. I [...]
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I am a Certified Nutritional Practitioner, with a love for healthy food, new recipes, and all things healing and inspirational. This is my blog where I will share anything that I find inspiring for the body, mind, and soul