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  • What is quinoa?

    What is quinoa?

    Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is a seed that cooks like a grain, which is why it is referred to as a pseudo-grain. Along with amaranth, it is known as an ancient grain that was a staple food of the Incas. They called it the mother of all grains due to its high protein content. Quinoa is…

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  • How to make an herbal decoction

    How to make an herbal decoction

    An herbal decoction is a means of extracting the medicinal benefits from the tougher parts of herbs, such as roots, bark, hard seeds and berries. The word decoction is derived from the Latin decoquere, which means to boil down, or boil away. The herbs are covered with cold water, brought to a boil, and then…

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  • Anti-viral Tea

    Anti-viral Tea

    Dr Mitchell’s Anti-viral Tea Ingredients: 3 sticks of cinnamon bark 5 slices of fresh ginger 5 Cardamon seeds Directions: Place the above ingredients in a pot with 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Cover with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat. Strain into a cup. Add fresh-…

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  • Vegan Pancakes

    Vegan Pancakes

    Vegan Pancakes Here’s an easy-pleasey vegan pancake recipe. You could make up the batter the night before if you want pancakes for breakfast. Store any unused batter for a snack or dessert, or store overnight for the next day. To make gluten-free pancakes use chickpea and rice flour or your own gluten-free flour mix. Ingredients:…

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  • Raw Energy Balls

    Raw Energy Balls

    Raw Energy Balls No cooking required. These raw energy balls are nutrient dense. Whip up a batch for a satisfying treat. Makes about 12 balls. You can store them in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Ingredients: ½ cup creamy almond butter ½ cup hulled hemp seeds ¾ cup unsweetened coconut flakes 10 large…

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  • Mushroom Broth

    Mushroom Broth

    Immune Boosting Mushroom Broth This mushroom broth uses an overnight infusion of nettle leaf for added vitamin and mineral content. If you don’t have nettles you could use chickweed. Alternatively you could use 2 litres of plain water and add some chopped kale or other fresh greens or combinations of herbs like parlsey and coriander,…

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  • Roasted Chickpeas

    Roasted Chickpeas

    Roasted Chickpeas Roasted chickpeas are a healthy and tasty alternative to crisps and other fatty snacks. Chickpeas are high in protein, so these make for a filling, satisfying snack. Enjoy roasted chickpeas on their own or add them to salads and other dishes. Makes about 2 servings. Ingredients: 1 tin of chickpeas, drained and rinsed…

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  • Avocado Flatbread

    Avocado Flatbread

    Avocado Flatbread Serve your avocado flatbread with salads and dips, use as a wrap and stuff with your favourite fillings or enjoy it plain. Makes about 10 flatbreads Ingredients: 2 medium avocados 2 cups of whole meal flour ½ cup of chopped coriander 1 clove of garlic ½ lime 1 tsp of Unrefined sea salt…

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  • Cold Herbal Infusions

    Cold Herbal Infusions

    Cold water long herbal infusions Cold herbal infusions use cold, tepid or room temperature water. They are usually used on nutrient rich green leaves, and delicate plant materials such as fresh flowers and seeds, but not always. Long cold infusions are preferred to extract the soothing, mucilaginous polysaccharides of starchy roots such as marshmallow, slippery…

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  • How to sprout chickpeas

    How to sprout chickpeas

    To sprout chickpeas all you need is some dried chickpeas, water, a large bowl, a colander or sieve, time and patience. Equipment: You can use a sprouting jar or a colander and a larger bowl. Soak time: 8 – 12 hours —Soaking initiates the sprouting process. Rinse and drain: at least every 8 hours, this…

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  • Healthy Lunchbox

    Healthy Lunchbox

    A Healthy Lunchbox Strategy Packing a lunchbox with healthy foods to fuel physical and mental activities through the workday requires some thought. Considerations include your work environment and your digestive system; for example, having enough time to eat in a relaxed manner, away from your work area, and preferably in a stress-free environment. Taking the…

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  • Spelt Scones

    Spelt Scones

    Ingredients 2½ cups spelt flour ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup fizzy kefir water OPTIONAL: Oil to brush tops of buns VARIATIONS: Add raisons, cranberries or your favourite dried fruit to the dry ingredients for a fruit scone. Directions: Pre-heat oven to 180 degrees . In a large bowl combine spelt flour,…

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