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Banana Pudding
Banana Pudding

Serves 4-6

This kid approved recipe comes from Hannah Springer, traditional foods chef, mother of two boys, and owner of the Oliver Weston Company 

2 cups coconut milk (no additives, full-fat)
2 tbsp...

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Recipes, Desserts and SnacksIvy BraninMay 5, 2014gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-freeComment
Lil' Remedies
Lil' Remedies

Being woken up in the middle of the night by a sick child is no fun for anyone.  We want to take away their "ouwies" or make their sniffles go away. For parents looking for natural alternatives for th...

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Ivy BraninMay 5, 2014homeopathy, belladonna, earache, teething, bug bites, kid's health, colds, ear infectionComment
Urban Foraging
Urban Foraging

Perhaps this sounds like an oxymoron, but to my Seattle readers this is not a new concept with all the mushrooms, lavender, and rosemary not to mention blackberries that grow there. Even here in New Y...

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Ivy BraninApril 7, 2014nettles, crab apple, bph, allergies, antioxidants, vitamin c, iron, foraging, burdock, rose hips, detoxification, psorasisComment
Parsnip Gnocchi with Dandelion Pesto
Parsnip Gnocchi with Dandelion Pesto

Serves 4-6

 This dish will make you rethink your relationship with this pesky weed. 

Gnocchi 
1 1/2 cup gluten-free flour
1 lb parsnips, peeled
1 egg
1 tsp salt

Pesto
2 cups fresh dandelion greens
1/4 cup ol...

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Entrees, recipeIvy BraninApril 6, 2014vegetarian, gnocchi, pesto, dandelion, gluten-free, parsnipComment
Meal Matters

Many of us often wonder what healthy eating actually means. It is not difficult to see why most of us can be quite confused. "Should I be vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, etc?" "Is sugar ev...

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recipeIvy BraninMarch 6, 2014gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-freeComment
Red Velvet Pudding

Serves 4

Believe it or not this pudding is sugar free and contains a full serving of vegetables. The secret is roasting the beets for a long time concentrates them down, sweetening this dessert natural...

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recipe, Desserts and SnacksIvy BraninFebruary 3, 2014vegan, beet, detoxification, dairy-free, grain-free, gluten-freeComment
Healthy Heart Vows
Healthy Heart Vows

Our heart is a vital organ that pumps precious oxygen and nutrients to our cells. Our very existence depends on the health of our heart. Nevertheless, some of our habits are very harmful to our hearts...

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Ivy BraninFebruary 3, 2014exercise, antioxidants, cardiovascular, smoking, coronary artery disease, weight, nutsComment
Better by Food: No Supplements Required
Better by Food: No Supplements Required

It is estimated that 75% of chronic diseases are related to diet. So rather than searching for a miracle herb or nutrient, perhaps we need to change what is on our plate.  Below are just of a few cond...

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Ivy BraninJanuary 14, 2014diabetes, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, allergies, asthma, magnesium, exercise, Multiple sclerosis, cod liver oil, glucosamine, gluten-free, dairy-free, bone broth, omega 3, vegan Comment
Healthy Happy New Year New York

With it's hot dogs, greasy pizza, bagel bombs and bars that don't close until 5am, New York City might not seem like the healthiest destinations in the world. However, with the introduction of Citibik...

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Ivy BraninJanuary 5, 2014skin, exercise, detoxification, yoga, meditation, gluten-free Comment
Mushroom soup with Mochi Islands

Serves 4

 This immune boosting soup was inspired by Ozoni, the traditional Japanese soup eaten to celebrate the New Year. Some of the ingredients are a bit exotic but should be easily found at most Asi...

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Salads and Soups, recipeIvy BraninJanuary 4, 2014soup, seaweed, immunity shitake, enoki, mochi, gluten-free, dairy-freeComment
Mineral-Rich Bone Broth
Mineral-Rich Bone Broth

This recipe make approximately 64oz of broth depending on how much water, how much you reduce the broth and how strong you like the flavor to be.

 Yield: Approximately 14 servings.

 Ingredients

  • 4...

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recipe, Salads and SoupsIvy BraninJanuary 3, 2014organic, dairy-free, grain-free, recipe, bone broth, ulcerative colitis, glucosamine, colds, soup, gluten-free, food preservation, castor oilComment
Gifts of the Magi

At this time of year, we are often reminded about the story of the three wise men and their gifts of frankincense, myrrh, and gold.  Many religious scholars have theories on the significance of these...

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Ivy BraninDecember 8, 2013asthma, arthritis, ulcerative colitis, crohn's, sore throat, sinusitis, anti-inflammatory, antioxidants, homeopathy, immunity shitake, colds, immunity, HolidayComment
Aduki Gingerbread
Aduki Gingerbread

Makes 16 squares
This flour less version of a holiday classic is exceptionally moist and delicious. No one will guess the secret ingredient.

2 cups cooked aduki beans
1/3 cup melted coconut oil, more fo...

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recipe, Desserts and SnacksIvy BraninDecember 8, 2013dairy-free, gluten-freeComment
Tropical Shepherd's Pie

Serves 4-6

 Here is tropical twist on a comfort food favorite.  

2 green plantains
¼ cup coconut milk
1 tbsp coconut oil
¼ tsp salt
½ lb ground lamb*
1 small onion, chopped
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp cinnamon
1 clov...

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recipe, EntreesIvy BraninNovember 20, 2013dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, coconut oilComment
Apple Jack Flaps
Apple Jack Flaps

Serves 2-4

 These pancakes are so sweet naturally, you can hold the syrup. Personally I like mine topped with a dollop of coconut milk.

 2 Fuji Apples, shredded
1/2 cup almond flour
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp van...

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recipe, Breakfast, Desserts and SnacksIvy BraninOctober 30, 2013vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nutsComment
Trick or Sweet

Sweetners have definitely gotten a bad rap lately and rightfully so. Excess sugar has been linked to diabetes, heart disease, cancer and even dementia. According to the American Heart Association, the...

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Ivy BraninOctober 30, 2013breast cancer, stevia, sugar, diabetes, depression, cancer, colds, immunity, iron, weightComment
French Lessons
French Lessons

This summer, I was fortunate to attend the first International Congress on Naturopathic Medicine in Paris. Besides learning from naturopaths from all over the world, I got to experience firsthand why...

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UncategorizedIvy BraninSeptember 4, 2013Comment
Arugula and Apple Clafoutis
Arugula and Apple Clafoutis

Serves 4-6
This is a savory take on a traditional French dish. This grain-free dairy-free version will be a hit at your next brunch.

 1 large Fuji Apple, halved lengthwise, cored and sliced thinly
1 cup...

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recipe, Breakfast, EntreesIvy BraninSeptember 4, 2013dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, franceComment
Preserving Summer
Preserving Summer
Ivy BraninAugust 9, 2013fermentation, breast cancer, bpa
Chilled Roasted Corn Soup
Chilled Roasted Corn Soup

Serves 4-6
This refreshing soup makes a great starter for your barbecue. Opt for yellow corn over white for a beta-carotene boost.

 8 large ears corn, husked
1 cup coconut milk
2 limes, juiced
1 tbsp white...

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recipe, Salads and SoupsIvy BraninAugust 6, 2013dairy-free, gluten-freeComment
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