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Cherry Hemp Oat Bars and Gut Health – Part One
A nutrient dense packet of hemp protein powder was the inspiration behind this blog post and these Cherry Hemp Oat Bars. Whilst browsing the health/gluten free section, my eyes were instantly drawn to this ever-so-exciting-new-product that was staring back at me from the shelves. With hemp gaining more and more momentum, it’s was a ah-ha! moment for me as to how far we’ve come in a small amount of time, with sustainable products like this making their debut on regular supermarket shelves. The times are a changing! More so now than ever, and I’m excited to stay on board and move through with these exciting changes.
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Coconut Turmeric Porridge
When I was diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism, I delved deep into research. Why, when it felt like I was doing all the right things, was my body behaving contradictory? I’d been eating a clean, whole food plant based diet for the better part of 7 years – why now was everything out of balance? Autoimmune conditions are tricky, to put things lightly. Just when I thought I’d gotten a grasp on managing and living with Type 1 Diabetes, this whole new chapter in my life opened it’s pages for me. After much contemplation, and not feeling particularly in the mood for blogging, or sharing for that matter, I’m slowly feeling more…
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Travel – Roadtrip to Queenstown and Fox Glacier
We recently headed off on a long weekend adventure to Queenstown and I thought I’d share it with you guys. We decided to leave for Christchurch on Thursday evening after work. We drove down as dusk was setting and the full moon peeped through the clouds. She was beautiful! I love the moon, and it felt like she was guiding us safely to our destination, popping up around every corner and mountain top sillhoette.
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Hemp Seed Basil Pesto
It’s said to be one of the most versatile plants on the planet with it’s extremely durable and versatile natural fibres. It is also the worlds most sustainable crops with the ability to provide most of our human needs like clothing, housing, food, medicine and fuel. What is this magical plant you ask? Well my friends, it’s HEMP! It’s exciting to see the hemp revolution gain momentum with so many people harassing it’s incredible potentials into amazing things.
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My Diagnosis and my Healing Protocols
Thank you to those who’ve stuck around while I’ve been on a few months hiatus. I think the last time I posted a recipe was before our trip to South Africa at the end of last year. Needless to say I’ve been out of the swing of things with regards to this little online space. But I have returned and wanted to share my recent diagnosis with you, so grab a cup of tea and let’s get into it. In my mind, when scary health events happen in our lives, we often look to others for help, comfort or suggestions. It’s human nature to seek connection in times of uncertainty,…
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Wellness Nourish Bowl
For us here at the base of the globe, daylight savings was set in motion recently. We set our clocks forward an hour, in order to save as much light as possible. I love this time of year because it means longer days, and evenings outdoors. Whether it be barbecuing (aka Braaing as us ‘Saffa’s’ call it), walks in nature/on the beach or even a stroll around the neighborhood – it’s so great to make the most of this time of year. So, in order to make the most of all these outdoor activities, I don’t preferably want to be cooking for hours in the kitchen. I introduce you to…
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Apple and Raspberry Vegan Galette
It’s that time again for another recipe to share, and what better way to celebrate the beginning of Spring than with a vibrant Apple and Raspberry Vegan Galette. This recipe is so delicious and is the perfect option when entertaining or taking around to a friends place for morning tea. I decided to use spelt flour as it actually has so any health benefits, even if it does contain gluten. Now I do tend to stay away from gluten, but every now and then I’ll have it in the form of a home made recipe, or something that I know exactly what’s gone into it. Organic spelt flour used in this…
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Creamy Mushrooms with Zucchini Noodles
Food photography for me is so much more than taking a few shots of a carefully prepared meal. It’s a creative outlet that makes my soul happy and I have so much fun creating each scene and stringing along the story of each post. For this Creamy Mushrooms with Zucchini Noodles recipe, I decided to step it up a bit and add a few different elements to captivate how beautiful plant based food can be. I decided to build the story up, from the cloves of garlic to the edible flowers. From the creamy vegan mushrooms to the pops of parsley, carefully selected from my garden. This dish came together so…
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Bran Muffins with Carrots and Walnuts
This week on the blog I decided to do an update recipe of my Carrot Bran and Walnut Muffins. It’s such a delicious recipe that is so great for lunchboxes, breakfasts and afternoon treats. If you’re one who can tolerate bran, then I’m sure you’ll love this recipe. It’s sweetened with dates, coconut sugar and raisins and is full of fibre. I had such fun adjusting this recipe (only slightly) and taking the photographs was the main highlight. One Friday morning, I had this creative urge and headed to the hardware store to get some creative supplies. My mission was to paint some beautiful photography backdrops, and I had such…
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Yellow Split Pea Dahl
What better way to ease into Winter, than with a delicious warm bowl of comforting dahl. With the blend of spices, creaminess of the coconut milk and wholesome brown rice, this Yellow Split Pea Dahl dish is the perfect way to warm you up from inside. Nourishing, easy to digest and flavorsome, it’s most certainly a great option for these chilly days we’ve been having. I tend to make a big batch and have it for days after with absolutely no objection – just pure food bliss. It freezes well too, which is great when you’re pressed for time or just can’t be bothered to cook. Let’s be honest –…
