The Two Mistakes That Led Me to Better Health

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Have you ever felt like you made a really big mistake only to realize later that it was in fact the jumping off point to something better? I recently read a LinkedIn article by Deepak Chopra MD, entitled “My Best Mistake: Impulsive Rebellion,” explaining how one of his biggest mistakes—walking out on a tyrannical supervisor [...]

Caesar-y Salad

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Some may call it blasphemy to leave out the cheese, oil, eggs and anchovies in Caesar dressing, but this concerns me less than living life without any type of Caesar dressing at all. This creamy, garlicky, and healthy “Caesar-y Salad” is just the ticket! In addition to leaving out oil, cheese, eggs and fish, I [...]

Stuffed Baked Potatoes

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Don’t throw the baked potato out with the butter, sour cream and bacon bits! Hundreds of potato stuffing possibilities exist that are delicious and have no relation to meat and dairy. Read on for ideas and a recipe for easy, creamy Broccoli Sauce. It’s time to rethink the traditional baked potato and fixin’s. Potatoes are [...]

Are You an Environmentally Aware Eater?

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If you eat a plant-based/vegan diet, you are most likely a very environmentally aware eater: You are aware that raising animals for food takes a much greater toll on our natural environment than growing plants for food. But, in addition to having an awareness of how our actions impact the earth, becoming more conscious of [...]

Chickpea & Avocado Spread

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This Chickpea & Avocado Spread is easy to make and is dreamy atop baked potatoes and yams, corn tortillas, green salads, or as a dip for vegetables. Fresh oregano and Meyer lemon combine in a unique flavor for a little something special. Ingredients 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled, pitted and diced 1 tablespoon Dijon or [...]