Going on pasta tonight and topping a soup tomorrow: HOLY BASIL PESTO. Holy Basil (Aka Tulsi) is an adaptogenic herb that can reduce cortisol levels and help with anxiety and hormone imbalance, among other things. It is widely regarded as one of the most useful broad-spectrum anti-stress adaptogenic herbs. It does beautifully in culinary uses - which is why you see it in so many teas. Made a fresh basil / lemon / garlic / pine nut pesto and simply added 3 tsp dried holy basil to it while in the food processor to level it up. 🌱🌱
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Of course we had to do this today 🎃. Did you know that pumpkin and squash seeds have valuable health benefits? For starters they are vermifuge! This means they will help expel worms and parasites from the gut. They have a specific influence on the colon and digestive organs being an EARTH element food, and because of this can also be used to calm motion sickness or nausea. I love October for reminding me to get my fix. If you want fun toasting ideas - recipe queen @heidijswanson has some up recently that look reallll tasty. ❤️
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We often do this type of thing on the weekends, but it’s going into rotation on weekdays on account of it being too dang hot to turn on the oven. Try your own version tonight with a little something for everyone. ☀️.
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Making a lot of frozen cauliflower based smoothie bowls lately inspired by @leefromamerica. They come out way less sweet. I like the smoothie “bowl” you can actually eat with a spoon, add toppings, & make it feel like an actual meal and not just a drink. This is a pretty blueberry one with avocado + almond butter+ date+ coconut flakes + sliced almonds + bee pollen + blackberries + maca root + probiotics + he shou wu + astragalus + filtered water. Everything but the kitchen sink. Happy weekend! ✌️
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AFTERNOON PICK ME UP/ Frozen blueberries & cherries, ½ banana, ½ avocado, 2 Tbsp cashew butter, probiotics, 2 scoops collagen peptides, blend with filtered water. Raw almonds + pepitas + cacao nibs + granola + a chunk of dark salted chocolate. Healthy indulgence for a stressful week ahead of packing and moving into temporary housing with the folks until our house is done!
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LYCHEE + WATER SPINACH (ON CHOY) / Two cooling, Yin foods to help you beat that summer heat. Lychees make for a super refreshing end to a meal - simply peel and eat around the seed. On Choy is a very versatile green found at your Asian supermarket- sauté or stir fry with garlic and you’re good to go. ☀️🎏.
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After a long weekend of homemade ice cream and cobbler, perfect nectarines with whipping cream, giant burgers, margaritas, lots of sun & late nights with the kids I needed a reset this morning. No better way to do it than meal planning and visiting the farm stand. We will be eating these sweet little tomatoes like popcorn all week. 👌👌.
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The 5 Elements (often called 5 Phases) are WOOD/FIRE/EARTH/METAL/WATER. The branches of Wood symbolize growth and creativity. People who have strong Wood have a clear vision and goals, and know how to bring them to life. They excel at planning and decision making. When the wood Qi is weak, people can be indecisive or stuck. They may be constrained emotionally, unable to express anger easily, or be frustrated & irritated. They may have headaches or digestive problems. Physical exercise and reading can help restore balance. Sour and bitter flavors benefit the Liver meridian. The Qi of the Wood element flourishes in the spring when plants are sprouting new growth; and the color of this element is green. //
This bowl of mung bean-brown rice, arugula, ume-pickled onions, avocado and egg with a big dose of lemon juice is singing the song of Wood loud and clear. 🌱🌳⛰💚. 📷by @heathergallagher.photography .
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A medicine kitchen doesn’t have to be extensive, fancy, or complicated. Some bulk herbs, fresh ginger, turmeric & garlic, some good raw honey, apple cider vinegar, a few superfoods to alternate here and there. There are many expensive & trendy products out there that could make really useful additions to your pantry, but they are nothing compared to simply making sure the foods you buy and cook with on a daily basis are nourishing and health-promoting instead of health-sabotaging. Nothing in this picture costs more than $10. Start with some basics and build as your life allows. ❤️.
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The 5 Elements ( often called 5 Phases) are METAL, WATER, WOOD, FIRE, EARTH. The Metal energy peaks in the fall. In the cool, crisp, clean air, metal people feel they can accomplish anything. The color of Metal is white, and the refinement associated with precious metals resonates with Metal types in their soul. A person with a Metal qi imbalance may be overly-critical or have a hard time letting go. When the Metal energy is weak there may be Lung/Respiratory or Large Intestine illness. The flavor of this element is pungent- nourishing mine with a dish of white asparagus/radish/green onion and salmon with an orange-ginger dressing. 👌🎐⚪️🍚🕊
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Think that’s coffee in my cup? Think again! I was so happy to hear of this company @rasakoffee who makes what they call “an adaptogenic coffee alternative”. I’m the kind who loves the taste and smell of coffee but cannot drink it without paying a price. Thankfully, I love tea as well. I often infuse my hot teas with herbs/ oils/ superfoods but Rasa Koffee does that for you. Guys, this is like going to the Chinese bulk herb pharm & having it ground for you and ready to brew in a French press! It’s full of super powered balancing and energy boosting herbs like rhodiola, ginseng, codonopsis, and he shou wu. If you’ve tasted Chinese herbs before you will think it tastes great - but if you’ve never tasted bulk herbs decocted in water you will think it tastes off at first. But simply add some steamed milk of choice, a little maple or honey and that off becomes an ON pretty fast. So grateful for products like these - helping us all stay healthy with convenience and ease ❤️.
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The 5 Elements (often called 5 Phases ) are WATER / WOOD / FIRE / EARTH / METAL. The Kidney organs are associated with our Water element. When the Kidney Qi is weak, there can be problems with water metabolism, urination, fertility, or sexuality. The color of the Kidney is black, like the night. When the Kidney Qi starts to weaken, dark circles or pouches appear under the eyes. The Kidney Qi rules in the winter, a time when living things are contracted with cold. Like a seed deep in the cold ground, Qi is dormant, waiting for the time to sprout. Longing for the coolness of Water on these hot Texas days & making a platter of tofu & black beans with seaweed and black sesame - steamed kale with tamari- roasted purple cabbage. 🌊🌑🌌🌀.
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