Tag Archives: spinach

Blueberry Smoothie Recipe Without Yogurt – Delicious & Dairy-free!

blueberry ginger smoothie

Looking for a delicious blueberry smoothie recipe without yogurt? I’ve got you! A few weeks ago, I was prepping workplace wellness handouts for a workshop I delivered near Toronto. I was presenting on the basics or building blocks of smoothies where I covered tips and tricks on how to turn a smoothie into a satisfying, […]

Creamed Kale Recipes with Lemon-Ginger Cashew Cream Sauce

dairy-free creamed greens

Vegan creamed kale recipes don’t seem possible… or do they? One of my favourite parts about spring is, of course, the joyful return of fresh, local and organic produce. From arugula to spinach to nettles, greens of all kinds are always at the top of my shopping list. Enjoy them in salads, in sandwiches, in stir-fries […]

Best Foods for Hydration to Help You Beat the Summer Heat

summer foods for cooling down

So guys, I’m feeling pretty hot and bothered lately. Don’t worry, it’s only because of the hot summer weather that seems to have settled in. I’m sure I’m not alone in wondering how to make use of some of the best foods for hydration. Maybe I’m just getting cranky because I don’t have AC at […]

Easy Green Smoothie (Lean, mean, peaches & green!)

lean mean peaches and green smoothie

Don’t be fooled by the rather innocent hue of this easy green smoothie. There’s a lot more nutrition under the hood than this picture might have you believe! You see, this smoothie is a lean, mean, brain-boosting, fat-busting smoothie of surprising proportions. Unlike the majority of smoothies many of us make, this one is not […]

8 Healthy Toppings for Oatmeal to Jazz Up Your Winter Breakfast

healthy oatmeal toppings

Are you looking for healthy oatmeal toppings? It’s no secret that I love breakfast [exhibit #1, exhibit #2 (and a favourite), exhibit 3], but what might be a secret is how much I love oatmeal for breakfast. When the weather dips below what I consider “normal human temperatures”, oatmeal never fails to save the day! […]