This calming delicious tea with almond milk, turmeric and warming spices is perfect for winding down and getting sleepy. Almond milk contains sleep-promoting tryptophan, melatonin and magnesium. Turmeric is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, and is best absorbed when consumed with a healthy oil and the piperine found in black pepper.
We all know that certain foods and drinks can interfere with good sleep. But have you ever wondered if there are foods and drinks that might help you sleep better? Actually, there are, and they support good sleep in several ways. These foods…. Support melatonin production Melatonin is our sleep hormone, calming…
Want a romantic and healthy dessert this Valentine’s Day? Cap off your evening with this smooth and creamy dark chocolate pudding made with pure ingredients. Rich in nutrients, antioxidants and healthy fats, this is one decadent dessert that you don’t have to feel guilty about indulging in. And your sweetheart will love you for it!
The holidays are over, and it is time to get off the SMACK! It happens to the best of us. Sugar just naturally creeps into our diet and takes over during the holiday season. It is time to kick your sugar habit and get healthy again! Consuming too much sugar is probably the most common…
What to do when you don’t want alcohol, but still want to have a fancy drink? Have a mocktail! This mocktail, made with tart cherry juice and lime, is a refreshing fizzy pick-me-up that you can dress up for any party. Even better, tart cherry juice is touted for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. …
Did you know that what you eat and drink can greatly affect your moods? Think about a time when you felt tired, irritable, sad or anxious, but couldn’t figure out why. Chances are that it was related to what you were eating or drinking in some way. Most of us don’t think about how…
‘Tis the season, and again we find ourselves spiraling headlong into the hubbub of the holidays. Oftentimes, instead of looking forward to all the festivities, we feel stressed-out and resentful about the seemingly endless obligations and pressures to create the perfect holiday. But before you get pulled too far into the fray this…
It’s pumpkin season! Now is the time to take advantage of all the pumpkins in stores and farmer’s markets to make fresh pumpkin recipes. Use it in soups, stews, smoothies, baked goods, and of course, pumpkin pie. Pumpkin is rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C and potassium. This bright Autumn Pumpkin Soup, with its warming…
