The 5 Stages of Disease

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Contrary to popular belief, we don’t just “all of a sudden get sick”. Whether we get a bug, diabetes or cancer, the body will put up a good fight — through several stages if it has to — with the intent to bring itself back into balance at each turn. LISTEN NOW! FREE DETOX LECTURE [...]

Beiler Broth

Serves 1-2 Beiler Broth is a simple fasting or cleansing broth that is high in the minerals needed to support a liver or cellular detox. Drink it everyday if you like. I substitute spinach for the original recipe’s green beans, as I do not promote beans and legumes on a detox. Dr. Henry Beiler was [...]

Medicinal Liver Tea

A “medicinal” tea is a strong concoction of botanicals prepared specifically for therapeutic purposes. All seven of these herbs are known for their liver-supporting and detoxifying effects. Both roots and leaves are used, so special preparations must be made to accommodate both. (See cooking and nutrition tips below.) If you are taking a prescription medication, [...]

Raw Chocolate Fondue and Fruit Dippers

Serves 6-8 Tempering chocolate? Forget it… Just whip up this healthy dessert fondue in a food processor! Raw cocao is an unprocessed form of chocolate that boasts high levels of anti-oxidants and minerals. It is unheated cocoa that hasn’t gone through the trails and tribulations of processed bars and confections. Find raw cacao nibs and [...]

The Insulin and Cortisol Surge

Yesterday, my husband requested I buy a case of coconut juice to give us energy while working on our new house all weekend. Since I heard we were going to have record-high temperatures here in Colorado (and I know that coconut juice is high in electrolyte minerals that increase energy when hot, drained and sweating) [...]

Liver Pâté with Stewed Black Figs

Serves 10-12 A perfect appetizer for potlucks, parties and protein-types! Grass-fed beef liver is cooked in stock and herbs and pureed into a smooth, spreadable pâté. Topped with black Mission figs for a rich and sweet taste-sensation. This gourmet pâté is quicker and easier than it may seem and transports easily. EQUIPMENT Soufflé dish, terrine, [...]

Smoothie Soup with Nut Swirl

Serves 2 A party in a bowl, kids age three to 93 can’t resist this power-packed breakfast or healthy snack. It also makes a fantastically balanced dessert. Make sure to get the nuts, yogurt or coconut milk in there for good fats and to offset the carbohydrate. Nutrition Tip: Smoothies are great for all body [...]

“No-Cream” Cream of Asparagus Soup

Serves 4 Who says a chilled soup can’t be heart-warming? This sweet, seasonal soup uses traditional ingredients with a simple addition of avocado to cream and thicken. Asparagus is a seasonal vegetable, best bought at the peak of the season (spring and late summer) at your local farmers’ market. Cooking Tip: Instead of guessing where [...]

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