Menopause

Posted at 6 March, 2023 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Healthy soups, Menopause, Vegan, Weight loss ideas by

  I aim to create dishes that help me keep endometriosis at bay, get through menopause well, and age gracefully. When I combine ingredients, I want to know how they can impact my overall health. And when you are passionate about what you are doing, the result is a delicious meal that does wonders for your body and mind. So here's a simple but comforting broccoli leek soup recipe that's easy to make, inexpensive, creamy, and nutritious. This hearty soup is a great way to enjoy broccoli. It's made...

Posted at 27 February, 2023 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Quinoa recipes, Vegan, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas by

   Quinoa and chickpeas are plant-based proteins that can successfully replace a meat meal.  Today I would like to introduce you to a delicious protein-rich quinoa-chickpea salad. It's perfect for lunch and post-workout meals because the salad contains nutrients, wholesome plant-based proteins, fiber, and vitamins.  The protein-rich white quinoa and chickpeas base is filled with cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and corn.  This salad is one of my favorites and a great recipe to incorporate into your weight loss diet plan. It will keep you full as...

Posted at 9 February, 2023 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Healthy soups, Menopause, Vegan, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas by

  For many of us, soups are the ultimate comfort food.  In this cold weather, I want nothing more than a nutritious and delicious warm soup. It's still that time of year when we crave comfort foods like this creamy sweet potato & roasted red pepper soup.  Sweet potatoes are at the top of my cold-season shopping list.  This cozy soup is one of the best winter soups. It's a creamy blend of sweet potatoes, roasted red peppers, and chickpeas for a protein boost.  Roasted red peppers, ginger, and ground...

Posted at 2 February, 2023 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Healthy soups, Menopause, Vegan, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  The cold weather calls for more comfort food, so I came up with a hearty recipe for creamy cauliflower & roasted red pepper soup that will warm you up. I cook cauliflower for its health benefits, as it is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It contains almost all the vitamins and minerals our bodies need to function correctly. For me, cauliflower is a superfood because, for years, it helped me keep my endometriosis in check and get through menopause just fine. To prevent endometriosis flare-ups,...

Posted at 23 January, 2023 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Quinoa recipes, Vegan, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  Lentils and quinoa are plant-based proteins that can successfully replace a meat meal. Today I'd like to introduce you to a delicious lentil and quinoa salad. The protein-rich base of brown lentils and quinoa is jazzed up with roasted peppers, feta cheese chunks, fresh parsley, and toasted walnuts. This salad is one of my favorites and a great recipe to incorporate into your weight loss diet plan. This lentil quinoa salad will keep you fuller longer because it contains a hearty combination of protein and fiber. Lentils are...

Posted at 17 January, 2023 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Healthy soups, Menopause by

  When I created this roasted sweet potato recipe, I wanted to hit the reset button at the beginning of the new year to get rid of a few pounds I gained during the winter vacations—too much tempting food and not enough exercise. When it comes to losing weight, I do not believe in the "calories in - calories out" method that is so common worldwide. I will return to healthy eating habits by using a balanced diet and intermittent fasting. Soups are one of my favorite dishes for...

Posted at 13 January, 2023 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  Almost 14 years ago, I decided to adopt a healthy lifestyle because my endometriosis was flaring up, and my hormones were imbalanced due to perimenopause. Since then, I have focused on healthy cooking and developing healthy eating habits that are good for my body. Eating meat no more than twice a week benefits my overall health and controls my endometriosis symptoms. Life is too short to allow this horrible disease to rule my life. Since this healthy herring spread is rich in protein, it's part of my meat-free...

Posted at 14 December, 2022 in Endometriosis, Healthy desserts, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Low sugar desserts, Menopause, No refined sugar, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

   This healthy carrot cake is one of my favorite coffee cakes all year round. The cake is moist and tender, with a delicious lemon-flavored cream cheese frosting and topped with ground toasted walnuts.  It's sweetened with dates and perfectly moist, thanks to the olive oil and apples.  This delicious, healthy carrot cake with toasted walnuts is easy to make and worth a try.  Every time I make a healthy treat, I focus on adding value to my health by using ingredients that nourish my body, keep my endometriosis...

Posted at 6 December, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy desserts, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Low sugar desserts, Menopause, No refined sugar, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

    This low-sugar pumpkin dessert is a staple for coffee cake at my house during the winter. The cake is moist and tender, with a delicious orange-flavored pumpkin filling. It is sweetened with dates and perfectly moist, thanks to coconut oil and pumpkin puree. A delicious cinnamon-vanilla-flavored cream cheese frosting and toasted almond flakes finish off the cake. This delicious pumpkin cake is filling, easy to make, and worth a try. I like to combine the orange flavor with vanilla and cinnamon. These spices are my favorites during the cold...

Posted at 25 November, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Vegan, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  When the evenings get cooler, I want nothing more than a nutritious and delicious warm soup. It's that time of year when we crave comfort foods like this sweet potato soup. For many of us, soups are the ultimate comfort food. This sweet potato soup is one of the best fall soups. Fresh dill, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese go so well with the simple orange sweet potatoes. When I combine ingredients for a meal, I like to know how they can impact my health. And when you...