Author: gabriela

Posted at 15 November, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas by

  As I told you in the Nutritious Chicken Soup post, I always prefer to buy a whole organic chicken. I am very picky because high-quality meat without antibiotics and growth hormones is essential to my health in chicken. I can cook at least three meals from a whole chicken, enough for two people for an entire week: nutritious chicken soup, chicken mushroom patties, and delicious breaded breast. Part of my philosophy when cooking is to add other healing ingredients to the dish. That's what I did...

Posted at 8 November, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas by

    This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad I created is my favorite on a busy day and is almost a meal in itself. This recipe is bursting with freshness, flavor, and color and reminds us that food is not only healthy but should be enjoyed. Mediterranean Quinoa Salad and Health Benefits This nutritious Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is rich in essential nutrients and low in calories, thanks to quinoa, vegetables, and parsley. Feel free to dress up this version of quinoa salad with other healthy ingredients to suit your taste. Shredded red...

Posted at 3 November, 2021 in Menopause, My Journey by

Menopause is not a scary thing. It is a normal time in a woman's life. Doctors describe it as a period that occurs after you have not had a period in a year. And I describe it as a new beginning in a woman's life. It's up to you to make it healthy and happy. I am an ordinary woman in my early 50s, close to nature, passionate about healthy living, wildlife, and natural remedies. I have grown from things that were supposed to break me. There...

Posted at 1 November, 2021 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  I always opt for organic, even if I am on a budget for chicken. The money I pay for a whole chicken returns because I make the most of it. I can cook at least two healthy meals for an entire week if I buy a whole chicken. Why choose organic chicken? I have often wondered if expensive is always better!!! Well, when it comes to chicken, it is. Organic chicken is better for our health: Because it's not infected with salmonella. It does not get growth hormones...

Posted at 26 October, 2021 in Gluten-free, Gluten-free desserts, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, No baked desserts, No refined sugar, Vegan desserts, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  Let us start the week with a drumbeat of happy flavors: Cashews, lemons, cacao, coconut oil, cacao butter, coconut milk, etc. As we go through a tough time due to this pandemic, our stress levels are sometimes hard to keep under control. And a delicious slice of this vegan chocolate cheesecake can put a smile on our faces and relieve our stress.   We need a robust immune system to overcome this covid thing and protect ourselves from contagion. Sugar is not a friend to our health. So...

Posted at 22 October, 2021 in Healthy Recipes by

  Anyone who knows me knows how passionate I am about healthy cooking because what we eat today affects our future health and well-being. Cooking healthy food from scratch and preparing diet-friendly desserts is a satisfying and rewarding activity. Everyone has the freedom to choose the best and seasonal ingredients, so we know what goes into our food each day. I believe that food is medicine and how important it is to put a balanced meal on the table. You may be wondering what a balanced meal...

Posted at 21 October, 2021 in Gluten-free, Gluten-free desserts, Healthy Recipes, No baked desserts, No refined sugar, Vegan desserts, Weight loss ideas by

    Vegan lemon cheesecake is by far my favorite guilt-free dessert. Life without desserts would be so dull. I love pairing my morning coffee with a slice of this lemon cheesecake.     My baking philosophy is to use healthy ingredients, organic when possible, no refined sugar, and easy to prepare recipes. The result is a delicious, diet-friendly dessert that healthily satisfies my sweet tooth. Since this vegan lemon cheesecake is very nutrient-dense, remember that moderation is the key to everything, even if it is healthy. When I say it's diet-friendly,...

Posted at 8 October, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  Today we are talking about the apple, perhaps the most popular fruit on the planet. Walnuts and apples are in season right now. This powerful combination of antioxidants reminds me of my late grandmother, who always had nuts and apples for snacks during the winter months. That was my first lesson in healthy snacking and how to take advantage of the healthy treats in season. I was only five years old at the time, and the memory is still vivid. I still remember my mother, bless her...

Posted at 7 October, 2021 in Gluten-free, Gluten-free desserts, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, No refined sugar, Weight loss ideas by

  I like to call October the crisp month because the orchards are full of apples and harvest time. My apple trees have been very generous this year as they have gifted me with beautiful, juicy, crisp apples. These goodies have put me in a baking mood and activated my taste buds accordingly. The recipe I created is easy to prepare, gluten-free, and combines all the health benefits of apples, walnuts, and oats. It's incredible how healthy a simple apple can be! For this reason, I will go into...

Posted at 5 October, 2021 in Healthy Recipes, Wellbeing by

  Since it is already October, the frost could come at any time in the next few days. My tomato plants are outside, and the chance of them ripening is slim. So how can you make the most of all these green beauties? Well, when your tomatoes reach their full size, you can pickle them, and your gut will thank you. Green tomatoes are what I call the late-season red tomatoes that have not yet ripened as the temperatures have cooled. They have a firmer texture and...