Easy Granola

I love making parfaits so when I went to the grocery store and read the ingredients of the granola there was no doubt that I can make my own and it came out perfect. Make sure to use rolled oats and not quick or instant oats, the results will not be the same.  I usually … Read more

4-Ingredient Vegan “Caesar” Salad + What to Do When You Hate Kale

Early in my health journey, I made the mistake most of us make when we declare an “unwavering” resolve to lose weight, get fit, eat healthier, or whatever your case may be; I spent ludicrous amounts of money week after week on organic kale, all-natural turkey jerky, and plain, fat-free Greek yogurt. And week after … Read more

The Art Of Bathing Nutraphoria

The Art Of Bathing

The Art Of Bathing Since Ancient times bathing has generally been of high importance to many cultures. Societies demonstrated great efforts in providing common bathing areas by building aqueducts and pools. Clay, grasses, steam, and oils were used for cleansing the body and to encourage relaxation. Therapeutic bathing was introduced in the middle to 18th … Read more

Black Beans On Rice

Beans and rice are staple foods in many countries, going back thousands of years. They are inexpensive and easy to prepare so there are many dishes in which they are the star ingredients. They also can be mixed with many different herbs or spices that make them unique to the flavours of different ethnic groups. … Read more

Healthy Pancakes Nutraphoria

Heart-y Wholesome Pancakes

When I began to cook for myself I craved the foods I grew up with, but soon realised I could not cook as well as my sweet mother, nor did I want to be constantly eating the high fat, high sugar, high refined diet that was the unquestioned norm of my my younger years. The … Read more

Polenta Rounds with Sautéed Shitakes

Polenta Rounds with Sautéed Shitakes I’ll admit, cooking is not my favourite thing to do! I’m always looking for healthy meals that are quick, simple and still delicious. This is one of my favourites. Its versatility makes it a wonderful choice for an easy breakfast, lunch or dinner. It’s also incredibly filling! Low calories with … Read more

Quinoa Breakfast Cakes

I love finding different ways to use quinoa. I have used it as a side, as a porridge, and in a salad. My daughter loves pancakes, which I always make from scratch, but this time I wanted to have a much healthier version that is also gluten-free and vegan. So this recipe was created! Quinoa Breakfast … Read more

Beet Root Nutraphoria

Beets!

Beets! As we are falling nicely into fall and with winter on it’s heels my love for beets and all the wholesomeness it offers, I embrace the comfort foods this season has to offer. Beets, being a starch and with a serving of 4 or more per day, bring on the yummy-ness! I like to … Read more

Spaghetti Squash Lasagne Nutraphoria

Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash

When I went home for the holidays my mom made the most amazing dish and I had to share it, Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash! Super easy to make, it’s both delicious and filling! Thanks for the recipe Mom! Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash Ingredients 1 Spaghetti Squash 1 Small Red Onion 1 Yellow Pepper 2 Cloves … Read more