Guess what these energy bites are made of?! Primarily CHICKPEAS! Who would have thought? Chickpeas are a low fat alternative to use in many recipes. Chickpeas are also a great plant-based source of protein, fibre, B vitamins, and iron. Tonight I am hosting a class on this Versatile Bean at our Sobeys Stratford. This isContinue reading “Chocolate Chunk Energy Bites… with a surprise ingredient!”
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Banana Nut Bread (Low Carb, made with coconut flour!
This recipe makes ~9 large slices/servings. It is packed with wholesome ingredients and healthy fats to keep you satisfied longer! Ingredients: 4 eggs 1.5 tsp vanilla extract 2 medium-sized bananas, mashed 1/4 cup natural almond butter 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt (0% m.f.) 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 3/4 cup rye flour (or other flourContinue reading “Banana Nut Bread (Low Carb, made with coconut flour!”
Crunchy Quinoa Granola
I avoid most cereals and store bought granolas as they tend to be packed and filled with high sugar content, high fructose corn syrup, and many other unnecessary ingredients. Making my own granola to top on yogurt, nut milk, on fruit, and just for snacking is my favourite! Ingredients (Makes ~2 cups): 1 1/2 cupContinue reading “Crunchy Quinoa Granola”
Lower stress, increase blood flow, improve your mood… Down Dog!
Yoga is a great way to get your blood flowing, increase body strength and flexibility. Adding a little yoga flow to your morning routine may help you lower your stress levels, increase overall mood, enhance your activities of daily living, and much more. Downward dog is a beginner poses in yoga and is generally offeredContinue reading “Lower stress, increase blood flow, improve your mood… Down Dog!”
Remembrance Day #LestWeForget
I write this post in freedom.. freedom that I have due to our soldiers making the ultimate sacrifice many years ago. Today is Remembrance Day in Canada and Veterans Day in the United States. Striving to be your best self, accomplishing your own goals, finishing your degree, volunteering in the community, paying it forward, helping aContinue reading “Remembrance Day #LestWeForget”
The Ultimate Trail Mix Cookie! A family favourite.
The appearance of these guys doesn’t do the flavour justice. MMMmmm these cookies turned out SO good and they are packed with nutrient dense ingredients (…ALOT of ingredients). What you will need (~18-20 cookies): Dry ingredients: 1 cup oat flour 1/2 cup gluten free flour (I have used corn flour, almond flour, and quinoa flour,Continue reading “The Ultimate Trail Mix Cookie! A family favourite.”
The Healthy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie (Dairy Free)
These guys are packed with ingredients to keep you satisfied until your next meal. They are a great snack as they contain healthy fats, protein, and carbohydrates from all the nutrient dense ingredients. The unrefined sugar and high fibre content will not spike your blood glucose, but rather leave you satisfied and fulfilled! These cookiesContinue reading “The Healthy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie (Dairy Free)”
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