This hearty detoxifying soup contains the cruciferous vegetables, broccoli and cauliflower, which have potent anti-estrogenic properties. Dulse is rich in iodine, an essential mineral for brain and breast health in women, but avoid it, however, if you have Hashimoto’s disease. This recipe was adapted from Magdalena Wszelaki’s book, “Cooking for Hormone Balance.” You can purchase…

Everyone loves whipped cream, but the dairy versions and frozen whipped cream desserts are anything but healthy and clean. This healthy and clean version is sure to satisfy that whipped cream craving. You can find more great recipes from the author of “Cooking for Hormone Balance,” by Magdalena Wszelaki, here. The key to success is…

These are amazing for a quick snack or a satisfying dessert. You can find more great recipes from the author of “Cooking for Hormone Balance,” by Magdalena Wszelaki, here. Ingredients: 3/4 cup coconut butter 1 tsp freshly grated lime peel, plus extra to garnish 2 Tblsp freshly squeezed lime juice 1 Tblsp raw honey or…

This dish is perfect for company or for special weekend mornings. It’s actually good any day of the week, as you can always reheat leftovers for a quick on-the-go breakfast meal. Ingredients: 9 free-range chicken eggs 1 pound organic bacon (approximately 14-16 slices) 1/2 cup nut milk 1 large sweet potato 8 oz fresh mushrooms,…

Kefir is a unique cultured dairy product that’s one of the most probiotic-rich foods on the planet. It tastes like a drinkable yogurt. The health benefits of kefir are incredible, especially for healing issues like leaky gut. Kefir is made using starter “gains,” which are a combination of bacteria and yeasts that interact with the…

Are you having trouble getting in your 10-12 recommended servings of vegetables per day that are needed to improve the microbiome and benefit your overall health, such as to support or prevent colds and allergies and to reversing chronic health conditions, including diabetes, cancer, heart disease and even dementia? Well, you are not alone. It’s…

This recipe is from “A Saucy Kitchen.” Consider doubling the batch and freeze leftovers in individual portions sizes for another day. Ingredients: Meatballs: 1 lb ground turkey or chicken 1/2 cup shredded carrot 2 Tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 red chili, chopped 1/4 cup green onion, chopped 2 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger 2 Tablespoon coconut…

This soup is a fabulous brain food and detoxifier. Beets help relax the blood vessels and improve circulation. Coriander, cumin, caraway and cayenne are carminative helping with the assimilation of nutrients along with the cabbage that soothes the tummy. Great digestion yields healthy brain. Adapted from R. Katz: The Healthy Mind Cookbook Ingredients: 3 Tbsp…

Ingredients: 16 large sea scallops (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 garlic cloves, minced Directions: Step 1: Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.…

I made this delicious salad on my appearance at Great Day Washington, for International Mediterranean month. It was a big hit. Watch my segment here. Enjoy! Ingredients:     Spinach Salad*: 10 to 12 ounces spinach leaves 1/2 chopped walnuts 1/2 small red onion, sliced into thin rounds 1 large avocado sliced, chopped 1 cup cherry…