Best Of Health

SUNBURN REMEDY

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 16:35:00 +0000

Sadly, summer is coming toward it's close. But there is still lots of time to get out there and enjoy the sun. Just in case you over do it I thought I would pass this handy recipe along. It's easy to make and soothing to parched and painful skin. I borrowed it from NEW DIRECTIONS AROMATICS.

SUNBURN REMEDY

This blend with its hydrating and anti-inflammatoryproperties, soothes and rejuvenates skin damaged by sunburn and windburn.

Ingredients:

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1 cup Aloe Vera Gel Juice

20 drops Lavender EO

10 drops Rosemary EO

Instructions:

Add all ingredients in a container and shake well. Use on skin as needed.

Please keep refrigerated and use within 4-6 months.

Tomato Leek Soup

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:18:00 +0000

Even if Ron Can't spell this recipe is worth watching on Youtube and most of all it's worth trying because it's delicious. Unfortunately you will have to cut an paste because my link thingy isn't working.

Learn how to make it here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/nukemech#p/a/u/2/jNevcTduYEA

HOME MADE LAUNDRY SOAP

Sat, 22 May 2010 21:47:00 +0000

IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT THE FOLLOWING RECIPE IS FOR LAUNDRY SOAP NOT LAUNDRY DETERGENT. TRY A SMALL BATCH FIRST TO MAKE SURE YOU LIKE IT.

LAUNDRY SOAP

Here is a simple recipe for laundry powder that works in both top loading and high efficiency washing machines. It is a pure and natural way to get your clothes clean.

INGREDIENTS:

1 4 to 5 oz bar of soap with 0% superfat ie no oils ofany type

1 cup of borax

1 cup of washing soda

You can use any bar of soap for your laundry soap but there is a brand of soap that has traditionally been used for laundry called Fels Naptha that works very well.Using either the Fels Naptha, or a bar with 0% superfat assures that there is no oily feel to your laundry soap.

Assemble all ingredients.

Grate or chop the soap into very small pieces. You can either use the "fine" section of a grater, or a food processor.

If you're grating, grate the soap over a large bowl. If you're using a food processor, cut the soap into small pieces first. Then, grate or chop the soap into fine flakes. The Fels Naptha is a little easier to chop than many other soaps.

You can add a fragrance or essential oil of your choice if you like. Orange, lemon or lavender gives a clean smelling scent.Or you can leave the scent out completely.

Add the Washing Soda and Borax to the grated/chopped soap and mix well until it turns into a fine powder.

Put laundry soap into a glass jar for storage in a cool dry place.

Use about 1 TBS per load in a High Efficiency(front loading) washing machine and 2 TBS in a regular (top loading) washing machine. Add more or less depending on your results and your particular laundry needs.

For heavily soiled loads, you canadd a bit more borax (1-2 TBS) to the laundry soap.

A great fabric softener is ½ cupwhite vinegar in the rinse cycle. It dissolves any soap residue and makes clothes soft without leaving any odour.

Oatmeal Pancakes

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 02:52:00 +0000

One of my favourite pastimes is searching the internet for new foods.

I found this one on the blog pages of the houndstoothgourmet.com. I tried them with jam, then with syrup and then with both. For those watching calories of on a candida diet they are also nice with a little butter.

Oatmeal Pancakes

makes 16 pancakes

Ingredients

2 cups Old Fashioned Quaker Oats, or other quick-cooking oatmeal

2 cups buttermilk

2 large eggs

1 tablespoon honey

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/2 cup flour

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

Add oats and buttermilk to a mixing bowl. Stir to combine and coverwith plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferablyovernight (this gives the pancakes their distinctive texture). Addeggs, honey and oil. Stir to combine. Add the remaining ingredients andmix together.

Lightly oil a non-stick pan or griddle. Pour batter in 1/4 cupincrements. Watch for the tops to bubble. Turn pancakes and cook untilgolden on the second side.

QUINOA AND MOROCCAN SQUASH STEW

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:48:00 +0000

A gorgeous, satisfying vegetarian main course that's easy to make. Quinoa requires no pre-soaking, so it's simple to make and tasty too.

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup chopped onion

3 garlic cloves, chopped

2 teaspoons Hungarian sweet paprika

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Pinch of saffron

1 cup water

1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

3 cups 1-inch cubes peeled butternut squash (from 1 1/2-pound squash)

2 cups 3/4-inch cubes peeled carrots

Quinoa

1 cup quinoa*

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

1/4 cup finely chopped peeled carrot

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

2 cups water

1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided

2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint, divided

For stew:

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; sauté until soft, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; stir 1 minute. Mix in paprika and next 8 ingredients. Add 1 cup water, tomatoes, and lemon juice. Bring to boil. Add squash and carrots. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)

For quinoa:

Rinse quinoa; drain. Melt butter with oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and carrot. Cover; cook until vegetables begin to brown, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, salt, and turmeric; sauté 1 minute. Add quinoa; stir 1 minute. Add 2 cups water. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.

Rewarm stew. Stir in half of cilantro and half of mint. Spoon quinoa onto platter, forming well in center. Spoon stew into well. Sprinkle remaining herbs over. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

source: Bon Appétit, Photo: Pornchai Mittongtare Bruce Aidells and Nancy Oakes

A QUICK AND EASY SANDWICH

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:17:00 +0000

Looking for a quick and easy sandwich that gives you flavour and good health? Try this yummy variation.

NUTTY CUCUMBER SANDWICH

Ingredients:

½ cup snow pea pods, trimmed

2 thin slices whole grain sprouted bread

3 to 4 ounces soft goat cheese, mozzarella or vegan cheese

1/3 cup seasoned roasted soy nuts or walnuts

½ medium cucumber peeled and sliced

1 medium tomato thinly sliced

Salt (optional)

Spread one side each bread slice with cheese.

Sprinkle 1 of the bread slices with nuts, pressing gently into cheese.

Top with cucumber, tomato and pea pods.

Sprinkle lightly with salt if desired.

Top with remaining bread slice.

Enjoy!

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 01:52:00 +0000

I found this very tasty recipe on the world's healthiest foods site. It's worth a try. And the site is worth a visit.

Golden Spinach and Sweet Potato Healthy Sauté

Enjoy the combination of spices that give spinach and sweet potatoes a unique flavor. Spinach is one of the most nutrient-rich vegetables around and the sweet potatoes add fiber and an extra dose of health-promoting carotenoids to this dish.

Prep and Cook Time:
Ingredients:
1 medium onion, chopped
4 medium cloves garlic, minced
1 cup + 1 TBS chicken, or vegetable broth
½ tsp turmeric
½ tsp coriander
½ tsp cumin
¼ tsp cardamom
1 TBS fresh lemon juice
2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 oz frozen spinach, thawed
2 TBS chopped fresh cilantro
salt & pepper to taste

Directions:
Chop onions and mince garlic and let sit for 5 minutes to bring out their health-promoting benefits.
Heat 1 TBS broth in a large stainless steel skillet. Healthy Sauté onion in broth over medium heat for 5 minutes stirring frequently. Add garlic and continue to sauté for another minute.
Add seasonings and stir to mix thoroughly. Add broth and sweet potatoes. Simmer covered over low heat, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Uncover to allow sauce to thicken and cook another couple minutes. Add cilantro, salt & pepper to taste.
Press water out of spinach and add to sweet potatoes. Cook uncovered to allow sauce to thicken and cook another couple minutes. Add cilantro, salt & pepper to taste.
Serves 4
© 2001-2009 The George Mateljan Foundation www.whfoods.org
35 minutes

NOT MEAT LOAF

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:06:00 +0000

Not Meatloaf
This alternative to the usual meatloaf makes a hearty meal that is so tasty no one will miss the meat. Serve with steamed vegetables and a green salad.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup dry brown lentils
1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
1/2 cup nutritional yeast flakes
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs (fresh works, too)
2 eggs
1 large onion, chopped
1 carrot, grated
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons crushed tomatoes
2 teaspoons hot sauce
2 teaspoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup + more for top (if desired)
1 tablespoon Tamari (or Bragg's)
1/4 cup nutritional yeast

Directions:
Cook the lentils and the brown rice (separately) according to the package instructions.*

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

In a large bowl, mash the lentils. Add the remaining ingredients plus salt and pepper and combine well. Pour into a loaf pan coated in veg. spray (or an 8x8 baking dish, in a pinch). Spread more ketchup on top if you like it that way.

EASY RAW APPLE PIE

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 12:03:00 +0000

Fast and easy to make, this raw pie is a favourite around our house. It makes a very light follow up to denser meals and is lower in calories than the more traditional version. And because it is raw it is packed with enzymes and nutrients. Enjoy.

EASY RAW APPLE PIE

Ingredients:

Crust:
1 1/2 cups sunflower seeds or almonds
3/4 cup raisins
1 tablespoon carob powder

Filling:
5-6 medium sized apples peeled and cored
3/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon Cinnamon
juice from 1/2 lemon
shredded coconut

Directions:

Make the crust by placing the sunflower seeds or almonds, raisins and carob powder in a food processor and process with the "S" blade until finely ground and mixture sticks together.

Press into a 9" pie plate to form the crust.

Pulse chop the apples lightly with the "S" blade into small pieces.

In a bowl, mix the chopped apples, cinnamon, lemon juice and honey together.

Scoop the mixture into the pie crust and smooth out with a spatula.

Sprinkle Coconut flakes on top of the mixture.

Chill in refrigerator for 1 hr before serving.

ONE OF THE BEST CHILI RECIPES I HAVE TRIED

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:04:00 +0000

Black Bean Chili

This is a meat free recipe that can be adapted to ground beef. As is, it is one of the tastiest recipes for chili I have tried. It is an excellent source of molybdenum, fiber, vitamin c, and folate.

Ingredients:

1 medium onion chopped

1 medium green pepper diced into ¼ inch pieces

1 TBS + 1/2 cup vegetable broth

3 medium cloves garlic chopped

2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained

1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, (do not drain)

2 TBS ground cumin

2 TBS red chili powder

1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen

¼ cup cilantro chopped

salt & black pepper to taste

Directions:

Heat 1 TBS broth in a medium size pot. Saute onion and bell pepper in broth over medium heat for about 5 minutes stirring frequently, until translucent. Add garlic, cumin, and red chili powder and continue to sauté for another minute.

Add ½ cups broth and rest of ingredients, except cilantro and corn. Add more broth if necessary to get the desired consistency. Simmer for another 20 minutes uncovered. Add corn and cook for another 2 minutes. Add chopped cilantro and season with salt & pepper to taste. Serves 4 Serving Suggestions

Serve with toasted Ezekiel bread and a fresh salad