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Easy Vegan Dark Chocolate Truffles

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Our favorite handmade chocolate truffles are so easy to make – you can create a variety of truffles based on this basic recipe: 1 cup cocoa/cacao powder 1/2 cup maple syrup/agave/or raw honey… Continue reading

Healing Winter Tonic

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A cold front has hit most of the states and we are definitely feeling it in California! It is in the 60’s here, so we are of course freezing and in need of… Continue reading

Lavender Hibiscus Lemonade

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5-10 fresh (or dried) lavender stalks 2 tbs hibiscus flowers (dried) 3 tbs raw honey or agave – whichever sweetener you prefer (make it vegan with the agave) Place all ingredients in a… Continue reading

Best Foods to Boost Fertility – According to Chinese Nutrition

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General Foods & Habits: Eat warm, cooked, nurturing foods Avoid cold, raw foods – if you drink smoothies do not add ice! You can add grilled, warm veggies and protein to salads if… Continue reading

DIY Baby Jacuzzi – Tubby Babies

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So what do you do when the baby pool is too big? Find a smaller container (these are wonderful for so many uses from Smart & Final), fill it with water and let… Continue reading

Banana Cacao Hemp Protein Energy Smoothie

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This is one of my favorite breakfast treats. It is filling, packed with nutrition and tastes like a milkshake!  1 banana2 tbs cacao powder2 tbs hemp protein powder1 tbs chia seeds1 tbs green… Continue reading

Superfood Smoothie for Toddlers (and Adults Too)

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This nutrition packed smoothie is beneficial for all ages. It is simple, nutritious and delicious…your little ones will beg for more! 2 cups organic rice, almond, or coconut milk (or a combination) a… Continue reading

Vegan Coconut Goji Cacao Macaroons

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These are quick, easy nuggets of goodness packed with energy boosting ingredients. 1 cup shredded coconut 1 cup almond meal 1/4 cup coconut oil or coconut butter 1/4 cup agave or maple syrup… Continue reading

Honey Champagne Strawberry Mask

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If  you happen to have any leftover champagne or want to pop open another bottle for your next luxurious DIY facial mask here is the recipe for you! 1/2 tbs champagne 1 mashed… Continue reading

Immune Boosting Tea

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It’s the season for the flu, colds and coughs. Protect yourself with warm fluids, teas, broths and soup. Drink tea at least three times daily, more when feeling poorly. Here are two quick… Continue reading