Easy, healthy + just a few ingredients! Not to mention… Healthy protein Flexible option for snacking or meals Vegan Gluten-free How to make Socca: Mix 1 cup chickpea flour, 1 cup water, 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil + 1/2 tsp salt. Let sit for 30 minutes. Halfway through that time, turn on broiler. SetContinue reading “Chickpea Pancakes, aka Socca”
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The Illustrious Avocado
Why are avocados all the rage? They’re versatile, they’ve got natural flavor and they’ve got a creamy texture going for them. Health-wise, avocados also check a lot of boxes: nutrient-dense, fiber-rich and full of healthy fats. Plus, they’re satiating. Alright, so avocados have got quite the reputation. The fruit has risen to “trendy” levels inContinue reading “The Illustrious Avocado”
The Skinny on Protein Bars
Protein bars fill the need for a quick, easy, on-the-go snack, post-workout refueling or even meal replacement. However, they’re not all made equal – and how most of them are made leaves a lot of room for improvement. (So much room for improvement, that making your own protein bars can be way healthier – moreContinue reading “The Skinny on Protein Bars”
These Are a Few of My Favorite (Local) Things…
House Made Bone Broth, from Grass and Bone Beef or chicken, warming + nutritive. Ginger Immunity Elixir, from Karma Kitchen Hot or cold – try warm in the winter. Matcha Latte, from Sift Powdered green tea + choice of milk, hot or iced – plain for matcha fans only. House Made Soup, from Mystic SaladContinue reading “These Are a Few of My Favorite (Local) Things…”
A Healthy Way to Start Your Day
What’s your morning routine? Have you tried hot water with lemon? Right now is a great time to give it a go because 1) it’s winter and this is warming; 2) congestion, phlegm, etc. can definitely be worse this time of year; 3) there’s no time like the present! (Originally shared on Instagram @DrKathleenCannon) ThisContinue reading “A Healthy Way to Start Your Day”
The Rosy Pom Fizz: My Mocktail of Choice this New Year
Just because you’re not imbibing, doesn’t mean you can’t get a little crafty with your beverages. Behold, the Rosy Pom Fizz: my New Year’s creation for 2021. If you’re on the mocktail train, if you’re doing a dry January, or if you just want to try something different, give it a whirl. And yes, youContinue reading “The Rosy Pom Fizz: My Mocktail of Choice this New Year”
Keep Yourself Well This Season
One of the most frequent questions I hear, especially this season, is “how can I keep myself healthy?” One of the best things you can do to keep yourself well is support your physiological function to be optimal. How? The basics are actually very simple. Below are some highlights – keep in mind that YOUContinue reading “Keep Yourself Well This Season”
Easy Honey-Toasted Pecans
I made these on a whim this week and ended up eating almost half the batch in one sitting. You can definitely make a bigger batch, just increase the ingredients proportionately. This gave me a new use for an old tea tin! Also, careful not to eat until they cool – I started to takeContinue reading “Easy Honey-Toasted Pecans”
Walnuts: The Best Nut for Omega-3’s
Stay Healthy Today: 5 Health Hacks for Back-to-School Season
Hydrate ~ So simple, it still warrants mention because this perennial advice is ignored by so many. ~ Sip water throughout the day – keep a water bottle with you and sip a few times hourly. A good general role is 64 ounces for an adult, 32 ounces for a child (count non-caffeinated drinks towardsContinue reading “Stay Healthy Today: 5 Health Hacks for Back-to-School Season”