Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding

Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding

Serves 4 ½ cup Brazil nuts 2 cups water nut bag or several layers of cheesecloth (optional) ½ cup chia seeds ¼ cup unsweetened cacao powder ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon sea salt 1 tablespoon maple syrup Blend Brazil nuts in water in a high-speed blender until...
Why is My Metabolism Slow?

Why is My Metabolism Slow?

You may feel tired and cold or you may have gained weight. Maybe your digestion seems a bit more “sluggish” and then someone suggests YOU may have a slow metabolism?! But why does this happen? What can slow my metabolic rate down? And what can be done about it?...
Garlic Lemon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Garlic Lemon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

High-fibre side dish Serves 4 500g Brussel sprouts (washed, ends removed, halved) 2-3 cloves of garlic (minced) 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice dash salt and pepper Preheat oven to 205°C. In a bowl toss sprouts with garlic, oil, and...
Caffeine-free Latte

Caffeine-free Latte

For your afternoon “coffee break” Serves 1-2 1 bag of rooibos chai tea (rooibos is naturally caffeine-free) 2 cups of boiling water 1 tablespoon tahini 1 tablespoon almond butter (creamy is preferred) 2 dates (optional) Cover the teabag and dates (if using) with 2...