One of the most nourishing remedies that I think everyone should have in their food arsenal is bone broth. Nowadays in our fast paced world we grab at the canned or boxed chicken broths on grocery store shelves to help us get that 30 minute meal on the table. I used to make everything with boxed organic soup, that is, until I learned of the incredible healing properties of homemade bone broth. Its so easy to make, it now seems silly to use boxed broth when cooking.
These ginger lemon popsicles are a perfect solution for any loved one who is sick, recovering from surgery or for kids who want a great tasting popsicle with a healthy nutritional punch.
I’m not a fan of DEET spray given its potential toxic effects, so I created an awesome all natural bug repellent made with witch hazel and key essential oils. Essential oils have a much better safety profile than chemical insect repellants and all the oils in my recipe below have been backed by science to repel mosquitos, some even more than DEET.
Proper fuel is important for our kids brains in the morning. If they skip breakfast, they often get hungry around 10am and grab for whatever they can find at school...and it’s most often some kind of refined carb concoction of unhealthy junk.
Sometimes mornings are rushed in our house and we are running to get out the door.
Here’s a quick healthy throw together that packs healthy carb, protein, and fat and takes less than a minute to prepare. In our house we call it, Monkey Meets Squirrel.
Sweet Potato Pancakes
Young children need healthy fat to grow well. In fact, babies and young toddlers need almost half of their calories from fat, which is critical for brain growth and development. And even older children still need around a third of their calories from a healthy fat source. These Sweet Potato Pancakes are packed with antioxidants and essential nutrients that will supercharge your kids health. On-the-go parents of babies and toddlers often reach for processed, refined-grain snack foods like teething crackers, biscuits, cookies, and cereal (like Cheerios). Unfortunately, these foods offer very little nourishment and in addition to being addictive, they are also inflammatory. A great alternative are whole foods that nourish, like these Sweet Potato Pancakes. You can serve them as a meal or carry them in a to-go container as a great pincer grasp snack food. Little kids love them hot or cold.
If you’ve ever suffered from constipation, you know how painful and unpleasant it can be. Watching your child go through the discomfort and pain is even more unsettling. This natural remedy is a great way to start healing your child’s slow moving gut and help get at the root cause of the problem...their DIET!
This recipe is one that my family enjoys and serves as a satisfying snack or after-dinner treat. Instead of offering your kids sugary snacks like cookies, gummies, or ice cream, try these chocolate banana pops instead. Your kids will love helping you make them too!
Ghee is another name for clarified butter and is an ancient healing food of India. Its a staple in my kitchen for numerous reasons. This unique traditional food is made by boiling butter and removing its milk solids, making it suitable for those that are unable to tolerate milk protein or casein even the smallest amounts. Ghee is also one of the finest cooking oils; its high smoke point makes it perfect for cooking.
One of the most nourishing remedies that I think everyone should have in their food arsenal is bone broth. Nowadays in our fast paced world we grab at the canned or boxed chicken broths on grocery store shelves to help us get that 30 minute meal on the table. I used to make everything with boxed organic soup, that is, until I learned of the incredible healing properties of homemade bone broth. Its so easy to make, it now seems silly to use boxed broth when cooking.
One of my favorite immune boosting herbs is astragalus. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years as an herbal treatment designed to make the body's natural defenses stronger. Studies have shown that astragalus root improves the function of white blood cells, which is why it is used in cancer patients after chemotherapy to strengthen their immune systems.
Don't shy away from these pancakes because they are gluten, dairy and egg free. These delicious little morsels are exploding with flavor and make busy mornings care free AND healthy. The warm comforting flavors of fall come shining through with each bite. I double the recipe and freeze a whole bunch because they go quickly in my house.
Many people are now starting to drink nut, rice, or soy milk as an alternative to cows milk. Almond milk is particularly popular, but I caution people that think they are drinking a decent source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Most store bought almond milks are pasteurized which damages heat sensitive vitamins and eliminates the almonds fiber rich skin. And furthermore, if you are buying the sweetened varieties, understand that you are consuming mostly sugar water.
