Episode 37: Nightshades, Arthritis + Inflammation

Episode 37: Nightshades, Arthritis + Inflammation

Recipe: Ratatouille over Polenta Have you heard of Nightshades? Or even been advised to avoid them? Nightshades are a group of plants that grow at night ๐ŸŒ™ and primarily in the summer. Their leaves are inedible, but their fruits, we love! This family includes eggplants ๐Ÿ†, peppers ๐ŸŒถ,  okra, tomatoes ๐Ÿ… and even potatoes ๐Ÿฅ”!   So, should [...]

Episode 36: Local + Organic- Is it worth it $$$?

Episode 36: Local + Organic- Is it worth it $$$?

Recipe: Summer Panzanella The modern American supermarket can be overwhelming with everything available all year long.  It's created such a disconnect between us and what's in season- so how do we know what to eat?! ๐Ÿคท๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ The best way is by visiting your local farmer's market or joining a CSA to know what's in season. Go see what's growing around you ๐Ÿฅ•... [...]

Episode 35: Vegan or Vegetarian Right for You?

Episode 35: Vegan or Vegetarian Right for You?

Recipe: Raw Pad Thai Have you ever considered going Vegetarian, Vegan or even Raw Vegan?! We love these styles of eating in the summer because they're packed with nutrition and anti-inflammatory properties to cool and calm the body. But to be clear, we're NOT talking: โŒ "Carbotarians"-  a diet full of pizza ๐Ÿ• , pasta ๐Ÿ  and cereal ๐Ÿฅฃ โŒ Fake [...]

Episode 34: Sugar, Sweets + Frozen Treats

Episode 34: Sugar, Sweets + Frozen Treats

Recipes: Banana N'ice Cream and Raspberry Freezecake We're all about treating ourselves to something sweet, especially in the summer!   Summer nights โ˜€๏ธ + ice cream cone ๐Ÿฆ+ family/friends ๐Ÿ‘ญ =  Happiness ๐Ÿ˜ƒ The sweet flavors of summer nourishes our soul and helps us endure the long, hot days.  But let's get something straight.... MAJORITY of our sweet, should [...]