A lot of commercial “pure” vanilla extracts may contain sugar, corn syrup, caramel or artificial colors as well as stabilizers, and just minimum amounts of low-grade alcohol. To avoid all that stuff and enjoy superior flavor, why not make your own? Here’s how: Take 5-6 vanilla pods (or more!), slice lengthwise, exposing the seeds. Place …
Turmeric Tea
Here’s an easy way to up your daily turmeric intake – an invigorating tea with an extra kick! (makes 2 cups) 2 cups (preferably distilled) water 1/2 tsp. powdered turmeric 1/2 tsp. peeled and grated fresh ginger root (or powdered, but fresh gives a more lively flavor) maple syrup or raw honey to taste lemon …
Thermos-Cooked Cereal
This is the most nutritious and easy way to eat grains. Eating whole grains in this way on a regular basis not only provides vital vitamins and minerals, but will help promote hormonal balance. This method was adapted by Dr. Bernard Jensen from a system developed by the Waerland Clinics in Europe. The most wholesome …
Back to the Future: The Master Tonic
The Master Tonic is a folk remedy that dates back to medieval Europe, an era when people suffered from all sorts of epidemics and diseases. Today, perhaps because of the growing wariness of toxic effects from pharmaceutical drugs, this powerful tonic is back in vogue. And you can make it yourself quite easily (recipe to …
Tahini/Banana Malt
“This is a delicious, weight-adding and nutritious drink. It tastes like the old-fashioned thick malted we used to get in the corner candy store.” – Thanks to Marion G. for this. 1 medium ripe banana, cut in chunks 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame butter) about 3/4 cup water (preferably distilled) Opt.: few dashes nutmeg Put banana, …
Switchel — The Healthy “Gatorade”
Gatorade Thirst Quencher, Pepsico Inc.’s highly sugared sports drink purported to rehydrate and refuel athletes, contains water, sucrose (table sugar), dextrose, citric acid, natural flavor, sodium chloride (table salt), sodium citrate, monopotassium phosphate, and flavoring/coloring ingredients; brominated vegetable oil, used as a stabilizer, was removed in 2013 when studies suggested it caused possible side effects, …
Sweet Sour Sauce*
1 cup ketchup, preferably homemade or organic ¼ cup raw apple cider vinegar ¼ cup organic maple syrup (certified chemical-free) Mix all ingredients well in a small glass bowl. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftover sauce in a glass jar. Great sauce or marinade for fish, meat or veggies. *Thanks to Sarah, The Healthy Home Economist.https://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/video-8-homemade-salad-dressings-and-sauces/
Super Sardine Salad
Sardines are terrific brain food! Fresh, frozen or canned, they are one of the best sources of EPA and DHA – super omega-3 fatty acids that strengthen communication among brain cells and help regulate neurotransmitters, improving focus and memory and lowering the risk of dementia. They are also an excellent source of bioavailable calcium, as …
Summer Borscht
Place in a blender: 4 medium-sized raw beets, cut in small pieces 1 cup fresh pineapple or apple juice Blend well, then add: 1 cup raw cashews or 2 tablespoons (preferably raw) tahini 1 cup whole plain yogurt Blend again and add: 1 cup more pineapple or apple juice juice of one lemon 1-2 teaspoons …
Stuffed Dates
dates (such as medjool) almond butter (preferably raw) dessicated (dried) coconut shreds (in health food stores) Cut dates in half to remove pits. Fill one half with almond butter and place other half on top. Roll in coconut. Stores well in a container in freezer for a quick snack or treat for guests.
