My Journey

Posted at 30 May, 2022 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas by

  Almost 13 years ago, I decided to adopt a healthy lifestyle to look and feel better. Changing your eating habits makes all the difference. It is healing and brings so much joy to your inner self.  Why is this delicious herring spread good for you? I prepare this herring spread at least every two weeks, mainly because of its high content of omega-3 fatty acids. It is also an excellent source of lean protein and vitamin D. I used canned herring, but it works wonderfully with canned...

Posted at 17 April, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Quinoa recipes, Vegan, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  These vegan broccoli quinoa patties are great for anyone committed to a healthy lifestyle. Although I am not vegan, I love them - easy to prepare, delicious, and nutritious - and they go amazingly well with a good soy sauce or garlicky yogurt and a generous salad on the side. Since I started my healthy journey, reducing the amount of meat in my diet has been my top priority. As a result, I play with my favorite healthy ingredients to create delicious vegan meals. I do not particularly...

Posted at 14 March, 2022 in Healthy Lifestyle, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  Obesity is a widespread problem in our society. The question arises as to why some people find it challenging to reduce and maintain their weight while others do not. In my experience, we can blame genetics and lifestyle. Of course, other factors such as health problems also play a role. In my family, there are no slim people. We are all well-built with some fat here and there without being fat. What am I trying to say? I will never be a thin person because genetically,...

Posted at 4 February, 2022 in Healthy Lifestyle, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

Nutrition is the key to a healthy weight. This post is an invitation to you, dear woman, to commit to putting your health first from now on. It is the only way you can help others and yourself. Nourishing your body with the right foods will pay off when you regain energy, lose weight and get rid of anxiety, depression, and inflammation. It is common knowledge that the root cause of any disease is inflammation. Nutrition is the key to optimal health. Exactly 15 years ago, I decided...

Posted at 12 January, 2022 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  Hummus is very popular and can be made with canned or dried chickpeas. I think almost everyone knows how to prepare hummus in their kitchen. Since I am a big proponent of the Mediterranean diet, I tried to give the classic hummus recipe a Mediterranean twist by using dried and fresh herbs and olives.   I firmly believe that the Mediterranean diet is the best diet for anyone who wants to lose weight, stay healthy, and grow old healthily. Moreover, this diet is a healthy way of eating...

Posted at 17 November, 2021 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Plant-based milk, Vegan, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  What is behind my decision to make coconut milk? I am one of those people who read food labels. It's a must because it helps me understand what's in the food I buy. Four years ago, I was in a big supermarket in Kingston. Coconut milk was on my shopping list. I grabbed a carton and started reading the label. I was shocked to realize how little coconut was in that milk. That day, I decided to make my coconut milk. When I hit menopause, I decided...

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 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 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...