Turmeric Rice
The cold and flu season has hit our home HARD these last few weeks, and to fight it off, I have been filling up on all things TURMERIC. Yes! This potent, Middle Eastern spice should be a staple in your diet – especially this time […]
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Oat & Millet Pancakes
Gluten-free deliciousness, millet is becoming a staple grain in our household. These fiber and nutrient-packed pancakes are a great start to your morning. Make these ahead of time and keep in the fridge for up to a week. Pop in the microwave and top with your favorite toppings – […]
How To Roast A Pumpkin
Are you getting ready for Thanksgiving? Or if you’re like me, you might STILL have some leftover Halloween pumpkins hanging around. Roasting a pumpkin can seem overwhelming at first, but it is incredibly easy!
Easy Roasted Pumpkin
November 26, 2019
: 2 - 3C
: 5 min
: 50 min
: 1 hr
: Easy
Ingredients
- 1 Pie or Sugar Pumpkin
- Olive or Avocado Oil
Directions
- Step 1 Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Step 2 Wash pumpkin, cut in half and scoop out the seeds.
- Step 3 Place the pumpkin on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Step 4 Use a fork to poke holes in the rind so heat/steam can escape.
- Step 5 Drizzle the inside with olive or avocado oil (optional).
- Step 6 Pop in the oven and bake for 40 – 50 minutes – until the inside is soft and pulls away from the rind.
- Step 7 Puree in a blender for use in pies and muffins. Add a few tablespoons of water if extra moisture needed.
Easy Roasted Pumpkin
November 26, 2019
: 2 - 3C
: 5 min
: 50 min
: 1 hr
: Easy
Ingredients
- 1 Pie or Sugar Pumpkin
- Olive or Avocado Oil
Directions
- Step 1 Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Step 2 Wash pumpkin, cut in half and scoop out the seeds.
- Step 3 Place the pumpkin on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Step 4 Use a fork to poke holes in the rind so heat/steam can escape.
- Step 5 Drizzle the inside with olive or avocado oil (optional).
- Step 6 Pop in the oven and bake for 40 – 50 minutes – until the inside is soft and pulls away from the rind.
- Step 7 Puree in a blender for use in pies and muffins. Add a few tablespoons of water if extra moisture needed.
Tada! Freshly roasted pumpkin is so versatile in a variety of recipes – we love it in stuffing and muffins Links to those recipes below!
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Mindful Eating
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Elimination Diets
Elimination diets have been used in healthcare to help determine whether or not specific foods or chemicals may be related to your chronic health symptoms. Research has shown that food sensitives can often be the root cause or can be the “fuel to the fire” of chronic health problems like migraines, pain, chronic fatigue, gastrointestinal disorders, skin issues, and autoimmune disorders. Generally speaking, during an elimination diet, a suspected food item is removed from the menu, then challenged back in later when or if symptoms improve.
The LEAP protocol makes the elimination diet process more comfortable because it is tailored to you individually! The MRT test measures your body’s immune response to 170 different foods and chemicals. Based on those results, a Certifed LEAP Therapist (like myself) helps create a specific elimination diet plan to avoid those reactive foods and chemicals. This allows your body to heal and for symptoms to improve much quicker than using traditional elimination diet plans.
Using the MRT test and the LEAP diet protocol with my clients has drastically improved their results compared to just using elimination diets alone. On average, my patients have had a 70% improvement in symptoms within the first two weeks while on the LEAP diet protocol. Chronic health symptoms that once required medications and regular medical management are now gone. My clients were able to begin the road to recovery after they found out what foods worked best for their body and adapted mindful practices that work for the long-term.
