Relaxing Bedtime Yoga | The Yoga Solution with Tara Stiles - yoga video (4 minutes duration)
Wednesday, 10 December 2014
Belly Breath - Quick calming exercise for children with Elmo and Sesame Street
Belly Breathe with Common and Colbie Caillat and Elmo - Quick, calming technique (and song) for kids to tame the little monster within. For more fun games and videos for your preschooler in a safe, child-friendly environment, visit Sesame Street at http://www.sesamestreet.org
Monday, 27 October 2014
How to Meditate Your Way to Happiness
Fascinating nine minute video on how the way we think affects and creates our state of happiness. Includes an effective happiness affirmation and breathing technique.
Thursday, 28 August 2014
Monday, 12 May 2014
Buddha - Meditation Wisdom
Buddha was asked, "What have you gained from meditation?" He replied, "Nothing!" "However, Buddha said, let me tell you what I lost: Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Insecurity, Fear of Old Age and Death."
Iron and C Booster Smoothie
Fabulous plant smoothie which can kickstart your iron and vitamin C intake...naturally!
What laughter can do for your health and your life!
Excellent infographic on laughter and its health benefits...
Saturday, 19 April 2014
10 Steps to a Positive Body Image
Simple and common-sense steps to improving your body image. Only 10 steps to developing a healthier relationship with your body.
How to Remedy Your Migraine or Headache Naturally!
Have a headache/migraine? Submerge your feet and hands in hot/warm water and put a bag of frozen vegetables (or cold pack) at the base of your skull. The heat on your extremities pulls the blood from your head relieving some/all of your headache. Wonderful!
Friday, 4 April 2014
Top 25 Vitamin Rich Foods
How to Make Your Own Healthy non-GMO version of Milo
Milo is FAR from healthy but this home-made "milo" is! Absolutely delicious, crunchy and good for your body! Yummo!
What you’ll need
100ml Rice Malt Syrup (Pureharvest or other Australian rice malt syrups are best)
25g salted butter (or nuttelex or other vegan alternatives)
1 teaspoon vanilla bean powder (optional but awesome. must be the powder as it will need to be dry.
1.5 – 2 teaspoons raw cacao powder
Check out the full recipe by Alex Stuart here.
What you’ll need
100ml Rice Malt Syrup (Pureharvest or other Australian rice malt syrups are best)
25g salted butter (or nuttelex or other vegan alternatives)
1 teaspoon vanilla bean powder (optional but awesome. must be the powder as it will need to be dry.
1.5 – 2 teaspoons raw cacao powder
Check out the full recipe by Alex Stuart here.
Beautiful Native American Spiritual Wisdom....
Saturday, 8 March 2014
Amazing smoothie for vitality and good health - Celery, Cucumber and Pear
Ten Steps to Zen...
10 to Zen - 1. Let go of comparing. 2. Let go of competing. 3. Let go of judgments. 4. Let go of anger. 5. Let go of regrets. 6. Let go of worrying. 7. Let go of blame. 8. Let go of guilt. 9. Let go of fear. 10. Have a proper belly laugh at least once a day (esp. if it's about your inability to let go of any or all of the above).
Saturday, 22 February 2014
ABC Detox Drink recipe..
Easy Tofu Crunch Salad
Start with a creamy white cube of firm tofu. Drying it first, then steam it. Tofu steamed, get started on its transformation... add in some fresh, crunchy chopped celery. Fold in my creamy Dijon-lemon herb sauce. Easy prep, chill for a bit and enjoy as lunch or a snack. Nibble this stuff all day long if you are a grazer.
Serve on top of a green salad, munch with some rice crackers or roll it into a wrap.
* * *
Best tip for preparing tofu is to begin by gently squeezing out as much excess "tofu water" as you can Using a handful of sturdy paper towels and a bit of muscle power. The more moisture you can get out, the more flavour can be absorbed in. This "drying" of tofu is also very important if you are going to saute, sear or fry your tofu. Less surface liquid - better crispy edges when you lay into a hot oiled saute pan. ..
Protein Craving. My inspiration for making this? I was craving a protein-rich lunch that I could whip together in a few minutes. Tofu crunch salad is versatile. Slather it on some crackers, press it between two slices of bread, roll it into a wrap or pile it on top of a greens salad. Flavor, complex texture and protein in every zing-crunchy bite..
Easy Crunchy Tofu Salad
vegan, makes 5 cups
1 lb firm tofu, drained
1 1/4 cups celery, chopped
3/4 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped (or sub in any herb - dill, basil, cilantro, tarragon..)
4-5 Tbsp Vegenaise (vegan mayo)
3 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 lemon, juiced
pinch lemon zest
1 Tbsp maple syrup (optional to sweeten up a bit more - apple is also another nice sweet accent)
dressing spices:
1/4 tsp celery seed
1/4 tsp garlic granules
1/4 tsp fine black pepper
1/8 tsp cayenne
a few dashes mustard powder
(you can get creative with the spices you'd like to try)
optional fold-in's:
1/4 cup sweet onion, diced
1/2 green apple, finely diced
for more saltiness add in a splash of tamari (or salt to taste if needed)
Directions:
1. Squeeze your tofu dry with a paper towel and slice into large cubes. Steam for about 5 minutes. Let cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add all your ingredients and whisk into a creamy sauce. Fold in the tofu and begin breaking into smaller bits with a fork. Fold well until all the tofu is coated.
3. Fold in the parsley and celery.
4. Adjust salt and spices as desired.
5. Cover and place in the fridge until ready to serve - allow at least an hour for the tofu to chill and the flavors to marinate.
Serve with a variety of crisps, crackers and toasts. Enjoy!
Thank you to lunchboxbunch.com for this recipe.
Serve on top of a green salad, munch with some rice crackers or roll it into a wrap.
* * *
Best tip for preparing tofu is to begin by gently squeezing out as much excess "tofu water" as you can Using a handful of sturdy paper towels and a bit of muscle power. The more moisture you can get out, the more flavour can be absorbed in. This "drying" of tofu is also very important if you are going to saute, sear or fry your tofu. Less surface liquid - better crispy edges when you lay into a hot oiled saute pan. ..
Protein Craving. My inspiration for making this? I was craving a protein-rich lunch that I could whip together in a few minutes. Tofu crunch salad is versatile. Slather it on some crackers, press it between two slices of bread, roll it into a wrap or pile it on top of a greens salad. Flavor, complex texture and protein in every zing-crunchy bite..
Easy Crunchy Tofu Salad
vegan, makes 5 cups
1 lb firm tofu, drained
1 1/4 cups celery, chopped
3/4 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped (or sub in any herb - dill, basil, cilantro, tarragon..)
4-5 Tbsp Vegenaise (vegan mayo)
3 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 lemon, juiced
pinch lemon zest
1 Tbsp maple syrup (optional to sweeten up a bit more - apple is also another nice sweet accent)
dressing spices:
1/4 tsp celery seed
1/4 tsp garlic granules
1/4 tsp fine black pepper
1/8 tsp cayenne
a few dashes mustard powder
(you can get creative with the spices you'd like to try)
optional fold-in's:
1/4 cup sweet onion, diced
1/2 green apple, finely diced
for more saltiness add in a splash of tamari (or salt to taste if needed)
Directions:
1. Squeeze your tofu dry with a paper towel and slice into large cubes. Steam for about 5 minutes. Let cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add all your ingredients and whisk into a creamy sauce. Fold in the tofu and begin breaking into smaller bits with a fork. Fold well until all the tofu is coated.
3. Fold in the parsley and celery.
4. Adjust salt and spices as desired.
5. Cover and place in the fridge until ready to serve - allow at least an hour for the tofu to chill and the flavors to marinate.
Serve with a variety of crisps, crackers and toasts. Enjoy!
Thank you to lunchboxbunch.com for this recipe.
Friday, 7 February 2014
Amazing ideas - Recycling and Re-Purposing Household Objects
Saturday, 1 February 2014
How to Make Delicious Vegan Gravy
Vegan Gravy
What you need:
1 vegetable bullion cube
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
few good dashes garlic powder
2 heaped tablespoons nutritional yeast
few good dashes soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon mustard
1/4-1/2 cup flour, as needed (I use brown rice flour)
1 tablespoon vegan butter
sea salt and pepper, to taste
What you do:
1. Combine all ingredients in pot, and bring to boil.
2. Cook on medium low heat until done.
I sometimes like to add a little pinch of sage as well. This goes great over everything! My Dad (avid meat eater) says that this gravy is delicious!
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
- See more at: http://vegweb.com/recipes/i-cant-believe-its-vegan-gravy#sthash.7hEwpGox.dpuf
Recipe courtesy of vegweb.com
What you need:
1 vegetable bullion cube
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
few good dashes garlic powder
2 heaped tablespoons nutritional yeast
few good dashes soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon mustard
1/4-1/2 cup flour, as needed (I use brown rice flour)
1 tablespoon vegan butter
sea salt and pepper, to taste
What you do:
1. Combine all ingredients in pot, and bring to boil.
2. Cook on medium low heat until done.
I sometimes like to add a little pinch of sage as well. This goes great over everything! My Dad (avid meat eater) says that this gravy is delicious!
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
- See more at: http://vegweb.com/recipes/i-cant-believe-its-vegan-gravy#sthash.7hEwpGox.dpuf
Recipe courtesy of vegweb.com
Be amazed at what your body will do within 24 hours!
Monday, 13 January 2014
Tuesday, 7 January 2014
Healthy, Scrumptious Crunchy Granola Bar Recipe (raw, vegan, delish!)
Ingredients: yields 20 bars (1/4 cup each)
1 cup raw sunflower seeds, soaked & dehydrated
1 cup rolled, gluten-free oats, soaked & dehydrated
1 1/2 cups raw pumpkin seeds, soaked & dehydrated
1/2 cup chia seeds
1/2 cup hemp seeds
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup raw coconut crystals
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup cold-pressed coconut oil
1/4 cup raw honey
1/2 cup diced medjool dates, pitted
1/2 cup diced, dried apricots
Topping:
Date paste
Preparation:
I recommend not to skip soaking & dehydrating the pumpkin and sunflower seeds, and oats. This will ensure that the batter doesn’t get too wet.
In a large mixing bowl combine the sunflower seeds, oats, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, coconut, raw coconut crystals, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and salt. Mix together well so the spices are evenly dispersed.
Add the water, coconut oil, raw honey, dates and apricots. With your hands, work everything together, getting everything well coated.
To create the bars; I used a press which worked beautifully. If you don’t have a press, line a baking sheet with plastic wrap, making sure to bring it up over the edges. Press the batter into the pan with the palm of your hands or better yet, cover with another piece of plastic wrap and place another baking pan on top. Press down as firm and evenly as you can. Place in the freezer for a few hours. Remove, lift out onto a cutting board and slice into bar-sized shapes.
Place the bars on the mesh sheet that comes with the dehydrator. I used a knife to slide under each bar to transport it to the mesh sheet.
Pipe the date paste onto each bar. I used a Wilton piping tip and a large piping bag to accommodate it. This pipe tip size matched perfectly with the width of the bar press that I used. You can use a butter knife if you don’t have these tools. Just do your best and have fun with it.
Dehydrate at 145 degrees (F) for 1 hour, then reduce to 115 degrees (F) and dry for about 24 hours or until dry to the touch on the outside but a bit moist on the inside.
Allow the bars to cool to room temp before storing. Wrap individually. On the counter top they should last 1-2 weeks, in the fridge 2-4 weeks and in the freezer, up to 3 months, possibly longer!
Thank you to nouveauraw.com for this fabulous recipe.
1 cup raw sunflower seeds, soaked & dehydrated
1 cup rolled, gluten-free oats, soaked & dehydrated
1 1/2 cups raw pumpkin seeds, soaked & dehydrated
1/2 cup chia seeds
1/2 cup hemp seeds
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup raw coconut crystals
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup cold-pressed coconut oil
1/4 cup raw honey
1/2 cup diced medjool dates, pitted
1/2 cup diced, dried apricots
Topping:
Date paste
Preparation:
I recommend not to skip soaking & dehydrating the pumpkin and sunflower seeds, and oats. This will ensure that the batter doesn’t get too wet.
In a large mixing bowl combine the sunflower seeds, oats, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, coconut, raw coconut crystals, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and salt. Mix together well so the spices are evenly dispersed.
Add the water, coconut oil, raw honey, dates and apricots. With your hands, work everything together, getting everything well coated.
To create the bars; I used a press which worked beautifully. If you don’t have a press, line a baking sheet with plastic wrap, making sure to bring it up over the edges. Press the batter into the pan with the palm of your hands or better yet, cover with another piece of plastic wrap and place another baking pan on top. Press down as firm and evenly as you can. Place in the freezer for a few hours. Remove, lift out onto a cutting board and slice into bar-sized shapes.
Place the bars on the mesh sheet that comes with the dehydrator. I used a knife to slide under each bar to transport it to the mesh sheet.
Pipe the date paste onto each bar. I used a Wilton piping tip and a large piping bag to accommodate it. This pipe tip size matched perfectly with the width of the bar press that I used. You can use a butter knife if you don’t have these tools. Just do your best and have fun with it.
Dehydrate at 145 degrees (F) for 1 hour, then reduce to 115 degrees (F) and dry for about 24 hours or until dry to the touch on the outside but a bit moist on the inside.
Allow the bars to cool to room temp before storing. Wrap individually. On the counter top they should last 1-2 weeks, in the fridge 2-4 weeks and in the freezer, up to 3 months, possibly longer!
Thank you to nouveauraw.com for this fabulous recipe.
Gandhi wisdom...creating your destiny...
"Keep your thoughts positive because your thoughts become your words. Keep your words positive because your words become your behaviour. Keep your behaviour positive because your behaviour becomes your habits. Keep your habits positive because your habits become your values. Keep your values positive because you values become your destiny." - Mahatma Gandhi
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