Author: gabriela

Posted at 19 June, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Plant-based milk, Vegan, Wellbeing by

  About fir buds syrup Fir bud syrup is a natural remedy with antiseptic properties that has been used since ancient times, especially for coughs and respiratory tract inflammation. It is a lung tonic. In Romanian natural medicine, fir and pine bud syrup fight colds and flu and keep the respiratory tract healthy. Because of the pandemic this year, I decided to make my fir bud syrup to strengthen my respiratory system and have some in my pantry for the upcoming winter season. After all, you never know...

Posted at 19 June, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  If you decide to include amaranth in your diet, you will enjoy its light and nutty flavor.  Some whole grains can be eaten raw. It is not the case with amaranth.  Let us take a look at the basics!  THE COOKING RATIO.  First, the ratio of liquid to amaranth is critical: for ½ cup of raw amaranth, you need 1 ½ cups of liquid, which can be water, bone broth, or milk of your choice.   COOKING TIME Fifteen minutes or until the water has evaporated. THE SOAKING PROCESS  I always soak the amaranth...

Posted at 19 June, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

WHAT IS QUINOA?   First of all, quinoa is a seed of an edible plant considered one of the world's healthiest and most nutritious foods. It is naturally gluten-free and contains a lot of protein. When it comes to protein, this grain is a winner. Quinoa contains a higher protein content than other grains. This superstar is one of the few grains that contain adequate amounts of all nine essential amino acids that our bodies need to maintain good health and normal function. When a person eats protein,...

Posted at 16 June, 2021 in Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Wellbeing by

My experience with amaranth Amaranth is the new gluten-free trendy grain and has been used for centuries. It is a staple food of the ancient Aztecs, dating back to 8000 years ago. I discovered it a few months ago when googling for healthy whole grains. I was looking for new grains to keep me full longer and provide my body with many nutrients. It was part of my goal to get rid of a few extra pounds I had gained during this pandemic. I set out to...

Posted at 15 May, 2021 in Healthy Lifestyle, Menopause, My Journey, Wellbeing by

" Stress has become one of the most serious health issues of the 20th century and a worldwide epidemic."  (Workplace stress, 2018)   You may be wondering what the connection is between a healthy woman and stress? Well, all-day stress can cause hormonal imbalance!!! And that can lead to difficult menopause and mental and physical health problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression, anxiety, hormonal imbalance, and cancer. Stress can lead to weight gain. Cortisol, your body's primary stress hormone, has been found to increase your belly fat. We all...

Posted at 13 April, 2021 in Healthy Lifestyle, Menopause, Wellbeing by

You might be wondering why my first post is about lemons. Well, the story behind it is simply a phone call.A few weeks ago, one of my best friends called me. She wanted to know how I felt about drinking lemon water first thing in the morning. After a few months with this habit, she developed gastritis. Thus began a long conversation on the subject.   I remember lemons being part of our daily routine, thinking back to my childhood. I was lucky enough to grow up...