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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 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 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 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...

Posted at 23 November, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Vegan, Wellbeing by

  How about a healthy, delicious, antioxidant-rich drink that replaces your coffee while keeping your hormones balanced? Reducing my caffeine intake through coffee was an excellent way to learn about Matcha green tea. This matcha latte with a basil hint is my go-to morning energy kick. It is easy to make, rich in antioxidants, and requires only four ingredients. This emerald-colored drink contains about ½ the caffeine of coffee. So you can have a pick-me-up but reduce your caffeine intake.   After figuring out the tea's subtle bitterness and grassy...

Posted at 11 November, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  My goal is to create dishes that keep my body and mind healthy so that I can 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 is a simple recipe that's easy to prepare, affordable, versatile, and nutritious. Let's take a look at the main...

Posted at 27 October, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

    This time of year, cauliflower is a star at the market. Since our health can benefit from seasonal vegetables, I decided to add this nutritious beauty to my shopping list. The cold weather demands more comfort food, so I devised a hearty recipe for a creamy cauliflower rice quiche. For keeping the carbs in check, this recipe is a crustless quiche. The two kinds of cheese I used, organic goat cheese and feta cheese, are good for our digestive system. I cook cauliflower for its health benefits, as it...

Posted at 23 August, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Gluten-free desserts, Healthy desserts, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Low sugar desserts, Menopause, No refined sugar, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

   Summer is still in full swing and this scorching weather and holiday mood inspired me to make another healthy ice cream recipe. It's perfect for cooling you down on those hot summer days while boosting your levels of antioxidants. This healthy version of blueberry ice cream is easy to make, gluten-free, and kid-friendly.  Since blueberries are still in season, make the most of them and turn them into a creamy, sweet, and tangy ice cream. The bright flavors of lemon zest and juicy blueberries will delight...