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Beauty Tricks & Kitchen Treats

October 31, 2011
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A clear, glowing complexion is at the top of every woman’s beauty wishlist. Right now, you probably have some of the gentlest yet effective skin care ingredients sitting around the kitchen. Foods are often the source of  skin care ingredients but have you ever considered just putting the raw version on? These inexpensive and natural [...]

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Blueberry-Raspberry-Mint Popsicles

July 8, 2011
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It’s summer time and what better way to cool off than with homemade popsicles! Popsicles, are a deliciously refreshing treat on a hot summer day. They are lightly sweetened and made with fresh fruit which makes them a healthier alternative to popsicles with artificial colors, flavors and sweeteners. These fruity popsicles are a summertime favorite [...]

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In The Mood

February 14, 2011
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In honor of Valentines’ Day this post is all about natural love potions. Popular herbs and aphrodisiacs to keep your libido strong and keep you both in the mood, increasing desire and everything else that comes after that. The best aphrodisiac is having a sexual partner who truly loves you isn’t it? Having sex can [...]

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Reduced Fat Peanut Butter

August 12, 2010
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 On my recent trip to Tucson, AZ I stayed at Miraval Resort & Spa. I was obsessed with this yummy peanut butter that I asked the Executive Chef for this simple recipe. Provides antioxidants, good fats, protein to aide in muscle growth and plenty of fiber and Vitamins E & B6. Yield: 1 CUP [...]

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Tea Time

June 23, 2010
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Tea Plucker in Munnar~ Photo by yours truly In India Tea is much more than a drink: it is an experience steeped in history, rich with tradition and filled with health benefits. “Tea Time” is serious business right from starting the day by making our own Masala Chai tea (infused with spices, fresh ginger, cardamom, [...]

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Masala Chai

June 23, 2010
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Masala Chai @ the Tea Pot, Ft Cochin, Kerala~Photo by yours truly I love a good cup of chai and this recipe taken from my friend Laura Silverman’s Blog Glutton for Life is yummy. In my recent travels to India, I had the pleasure of enjoying a masala chai daily -actually several times a day. [...]

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Keralan Fish Moilee

June 22, 2010
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Fresh catch of the day! Photo taken near the Chinese Fishing Nets-Ft. Cochin, Kerala The recipe I’m about to give you is from Kerala- and I love the food from this region. It is such a refined cuisine, in the best sense: the spices are used delicately to produce food that is aromatic rather than [...]

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Edamame, Corn & Tomato Salad

April 30, 2010
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Upon returning from my yoga adventure, I was ready to start my Purification Program and start  detoxing. I am now on the 18th day of my 21-day cleanse feeling energetic, lighter and certainly slimmer!  If you want to re-energize and never feel tired again, have a glowing complexion and shed some extra pounds I highly [...]

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Fly High Goji Berry Bonanza

March 16, 2010
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Smoothies are a great way to combine many superfoods into one delicious meal. They’re quick, delicious – and with the right ingredients – incredibly nutritious! 4 Cups Liquid – water, hot or cold tea  fresh coconut water, or any nut milk 3 Tablespoons Cacao Powder 1 Tablespoon Cacao Nibs 1 Tablespoon Maca, Red Maca 3 [...]

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Spice it Up

February 26, 2010
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Another storm hits the Northeast (seems to be the theme this month), although this time mother nature means business dumping a ton of snow and heavy rain, making it very wet, slushy and blustery. I’m happy to be home safe and warm with my three furry companions- spending most of the day juicing, cooking and  [...]

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