Naturopathic Blog
What's in this ND's Travel Bag
Summer is finally here and that means time for summer vacation and trips to fun destinations. I am someone who prefers to travel light so I put a lot of thought into what I pack. I also want to bring...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
