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Learn how to make medicinal teas, cooling slushies and probiotic keffir and Kombucha.
What is milk kefir? Kefir is a fermented milk drink usually made using cow’s milk. It is also possible to use other milks however this recipe is specifically for dairy milk. The grains used to make milk kefir are different to those used to make water kefir and they cannot be […]
Iced tea is a great way to experience the benefits of herbs in summer when it is too warm for a hot cuppa. It also provides more variety if you like to drink something different but want to avoid sugar laden soft drinks and high fructose fruit juices. You will […]
This smoothie is kid and teen approved. It is also adaptable to the palate. If you like your smoothie sweeter, use a banana, if not, use pineapple which becomes a more subtle taste among the other ingredients. This is not just a drink, it’s a meal, packed full of nutrients. […]
Ginger is a fantastic anti-viral and the best way for you to access these properties is by consuming the fresh juice. Lemon and honey are also great for your immune system so I developed this drink some time ago and have been building on it ever since. As the name […]
Why Almonds? Nowadays there are so many varieties of milk it is almost strange to be drinking milk from a cow. So why do we choose almonds? This lovely white liquid is: Free of lactose Provides vitamins A, D, E and calcium Contains B vitamins, iron and riboflavin which are good […]
In our house, part of our medicine cabinet is my tea drawer and it is fairly well stocked with a variety of herbs. I have always found herbal medicine fascinating because it is so accessible and a great way to not only prevent illness but keep the body in good […]
What is Kombucha and why drink it? Kombucha starts out as a sugary tea, which is then fermented with the help of a scoby. “SCOBY” is actually an acronym for “symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast.” It is very similar to the mother used to make vinegar. The scoby is added […]
My youngest son Ryan has always been the one who has provided the most challenge when it comes to healthy eating. He is the one who rejected anything green, who at first wouldn’t touch salad and vegetables and who had an eye for anything in a bright wrapper.
You may or may not have heard of water kefir, another wonder in the world of fermented foods.
This one is for those hot summer days – especially when the kids get home from school eager for something cold. Instead of juicing your fruit, blend it into a smoothie with mineral or coconut water. This way, they get the goodness of the fibre in the fruit as well […]
I'm Angela. I love to explore our ability to feel joy through the foods we eat. I am a naturopath, kinesiologist and author. Cooking and eating is a journey and process of discovery and magic. This site embraces whole food cooking and eating and empowering education. Get involved by trying some of the free recipes, purchasing one of my illustrated cookbooks or working with me personally. Looking forward to aiding you to live a happier life through better food choices.
