Join me at Prairie Path Books on Tuesday, May 7th, (7:00-8:30) for my first cooking demonstration of the year! It will be based off Danielle Walker’s book, Against All Grains.
As an avid home-chef, parent, and chiropractor, I am passionate about healthy foods. I am excited to come alongside those who want to incorporate delicious, nutrient-dense foods into their life.
I personally learned the benefits of eating an anti-inflammatory diet in 2012. I want to make eating real food - fresh vegetables, fruits, as well as the right kinds of meats and fats - accessible to all.
This will be the start of a series of cookbook demonstrations that will run throughout the summer. You can sign up for one demo, or all of them, by calling PPB at (630) 765-7455!
Each demo cost $35 to attend, (and includes a $15 shopping credit)
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Earlier this week it is estimated that over a billion people from across the world celebrated Earth Day! This year Earth Day’s theme was “Protect Our Species”. We were encouraged to do our part to protect endangered animals. One of the ways we can do this is by reducing our use of plastic.
When it comes to plastic, small changes can have a big impact on these animals, as well as the environment. In addition, reducing our use of plastic can have a great impact on OUR health!
The Impact of Plastic on the Environment
Our culture’s reliance on plastic is having a major impact on the environment. Many people do not think about the fact that plastic is made from crude oil. The manufacturing process emits a substantial amount of pollution and, once created, plastic is not biodegradable. According to the Natural Environment website, it takes about 400 years for a plastic bag to break down.
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Mussels are a great source of protein that have many health benefits! They are good for brain health, concentration, circulation and mood. They contain both anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties. They are high in vitamin C, vitamin B-12, iron, and omega 3-fatty acids. Even though they are fairly inexpensive and easy to make, mussels can add a fancy flare to a dish!
Whether you love mussels, or are new to them, I hope you find the following recipe delicious. My husband, Jared, created it for our family and we even gave it to our 1 and 3 year olds! (If you aren’t feeling adventurous enough to try mussels, please see the options below. This recipe has a lot of flexibility to accommodate your personal preferences.)
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw quinoa
- 2 cup water
- 1 lb. steamed mussels
- 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 1 diced onion
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp. green curry paste
- 1 Tbsp. curry powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 large handful of fresh spinach
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In our fast paced society, many of us have lost the ability to simply be present in our bodies. We go through our days following our schedules, and to-do-lists, never really noticing what is going on inside. From an early age we are taught to ignore our body’s sensations. While these sensations can be convenient to disregard at times, if we consistently disregard what our body is telling us, there may be a price to pay!
We Are Taught to Ignore Our Bodily Sensations
We’ve been taught, in subtle ways, to ignore our body since we were very young. Most of these messages were given by well intentioned adults in our lives.
- Having to wait until mealtimes to eat.
- Being required to clean your plate.
- Waiting to go to the bathroom until between classes.
- Being taught to hold back when you have to pass gas.
- Having our feelings minimized, dismissed, or punished.
- Being pushed to keep going when we were tired and needed to rest.
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A Crucial Vitamin for your Health
Vitamin D is often referred to as the “Sunshine Vitamin” because your body synthesizes cholesterol into Vitamin D when your skin in exposed to sunlight. Many people think about their need for Vitamin D during the winter, but believe that they can get enough Vitamin D easily when it is sunny outside. For a majority of people in the industrial world this is simply not the case!
Unless a large amount of your skin is exposed to the sun for at least 30 minutes daily, there is a good chance that you are deficient in Vitamin D. While your diet can contribute to your level of Vitamin D, we were genetically designed get our Vitamin D from exposure to the sun. Most people living in northern climates can not get enough sunlight to produce optimal levels of Vitamin D. I like to think about how much time our ancestors used to spend outside, and compare that to our modern lifestyles. When you think about it that way, it is obvious that virtually all of us spend WAY more time indoors than our relatives generations ago.
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