Sleep and Weight Loss
Reading Matthew Walker’s book on sleep, Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and...
Do Sleeping Pills Affect Health?
Sleeping pills and your health. Let’s dive in to explore. I am excited to share...
Sleep and Mental Health
I am excited to share some facinating and helpful information on sleep from the book Why...
Spring Allergies
Do you suffer from pollen allergies? Is it an option not to suffer? I have...
Vagus Nerve
My Story I recently found that my Vagus Nerve was functioning sub optimally and although...
Healthy Cacao Protein Bars
Are you tired of spending $2.00+ every time you want a healthy protein bar? Try...
COVID-19 Vaccine Decision
I have had several clients ask my opinion on whether I plan to get a...
Homemade Chai Tea Blend
I used to love going out for chai tea until I realized how much sugar...
Creating Healthy Habits that Stick
Does your motivation wear out after one or two weeks of a new diet or...
Individualized Diet
Are you interested in finding out exactly what food you should eat for your particular...
Tempeh
Roasted Tempeh with Potatoes & Eggplant Tempeh is a complete protein in the plant world...
Breast Cancer and Natural Deodorant
During breast cancer awareness month, it only makes sense to talk about what we put...
Fad Diet Downfalls
I get asked about the Ketogenic diet all the time. It doesn’t surprise me as...
Simplifying Anti-nutrients
Do you need to be concerned with anti-nutrients? The answer is, “it depends.” The problem...
Plant Protein Combining
If one does not consume animal protein daily, it is essential to consider plant protein...
Bread is Back!
Is bread back? Did you know that American’s are eating way less bread since 2010...
Plant-Based Thanksgiving Dinner
A vegan lifestyle doesn’t mean you cannot enjoy a festive plant-based Thanksgiving dinner. The lentil...
Nearly Carb-Free Almond Coconut Bread
Giving up bread was not an easy task for a carb-aholic. Well, until I discovered...
Nearly Carb-Free Lemon Scones
In my quest for reducing carbohydrates, I came up with a nearly carb-free scone recipe...
Nut “Parmesan” to top soups, stews, salads an
Nut “parmesan” is a healthy, delicious, non-dairy topping for soups, stews, salads and more. I...
Non-Dairy Milks are Simple and Delicious
Instead of paying for water and additives, try making your own non-dairy milk. You will be amazed at how fresh and delicious it
Probiotic Considerations
Probiotic Controversy There is much controversy over whether probiotic supplements are doing us any good....
How to Pick the Perfect Probiotic
What Gut Bacteria Does Probiotics are all the rage in the health and wellness community....
9 Life Lessons from Cats
Pets offer much to the quality of our lives and can be the greatest teachers....
How to Create a Nutrition Plan You’ll Actually Stic
How to Create a Nutrition Plan You’ll Actually Stick With Whether your goal is to...
Magic Found in the Dark Crevices
The magic of true fulfillment is not easy to come by without tapping into the...
Weight Loss Secret Weapon
How to Lose Weight and Gain Vitality Why do so many today struggle with weight...
Celebrate You
Celebrate You I have my mojo back after finally getting a good night sleep without...
On the Nightstand or on the Bookstore Shelf? Transparency
Transparency…. Sharing one’s intimate, vulnerable Truth in a book is beyond courageous. It is downright...
Exposing the Self
For too long I have stuffed my stories and feeling inside my tattered heart because...
Super Simple Veggie Sammy Recipe
In this scalding summer heat, my body calls for cooling foods. In this series, we...
Super Simple Baked Veggie Patties
Making your own veggie patties from nature (without the inflammatory gluten binder) can be frustrating....
Super Simple Chilled Veg Blender Soup Recipe
With the heat upon us (a little more so for us in Arizona…), it’s time...
Creosote for Regulating Body Temperature
In the summer heat, it doesn’t hurt to have all the tricks of the trade...
Nut Butter Variations in the Vitamix
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Writer’s Doubt
It is no mistake that as I consider a writing contest: “Writers Crushing Doubt” Hosted by...
Transcending Pain
As I lie here with one hand gently holding my left jaw, I close my...
Bliss-Out Your Digestion
I sit and gaze deeply at the beautiful array of color on my plate as...
Your Body Talks
The tightness of my abdomen reminds me of the congestion in my body as if...
Are Your Raw Almonds Really Raw?
In your grocery store, “raw” doesn’t mean unpasteurized. In the U.S., almonds have to be...
Super Simple Almond Butter
I have found almond butters to be quite pricey in the store. And, they are not...
Cleanse Yeast/Candida, Repair Leaky Gut AND Replenish Goo
Linda Curry, inspirational plant-based cooking instructor & educator, will discuss how to heal your gut,...
Grain-free flour recipe AND cinnamon pecan scones
These recipes originated from Dr. Davis’ paleo recipes from the Dr. Oz show. I have...
Latest Natural Sugar Alternative that is a Game Changer!
Did you know there is a new natural alternative to cane sugar that is clearly...
3 Minutes to Digestion Bliss
What takes 3 minutes to prep, is super healthy AND delicious? … Chia porridge of...
3-5 A.M. Club
Have you joined the 3-5am club? Basically you wake in the middle of the night...
More Nutrition from Whole Foods – Soaking, Sproutin
Proper digestion and absorption of nutrients from plant foods, specifically grains, legumes, nuts and seeds...
Pegan Diet? Cross between Paleo and Vegan. hmm
Have you heard the latest diet called Pegan? Created by Dr. Hyman, it is a...
Transition to a Whole Foods Diet with Ease
Whether you eat a vegetarian, paleo diet or something in between, most health experts agree that...
From Processed Foods to Whole Foods
The one area that all health and diet experts agree on is the elimination or...
Soak your Grains for added nutrition
Soaking grains (oats, rice, quinoa, buckwheat, etc.) for several hours before cooking them can greatly...
Detox Considerations and Recipes
I love a good detox! Cleansing the liver and colon is a great way to...
The Skinny on Sweeteners
Have you wondered why we can be more susceptible to cold and flu viruses over...
Food Combining for Optimal Nutrition and Digestion
Did you think that you were being healthy eating fruit after dinner? Think again! Understanding...
Candida and Diet
Fermented foods and probiotics bring healthy bacteria into your gut to balance the unhealthy bacteria....
Bone Strength
There are some strong misconceptions with how one develops osteoporosis today even among the medical...
Peaceful Vegan Food Critic – 24 Carrots
I attended the grand opening of 24 Carrots expansion on Dec 15th, 2013. They have...
Peaceful Vegan Food Critic – Pomegranates Cafe
Pomegranate’s, Phoenix, AZ 12/3/2013 Pomegranates is one of my favorite vegan restaurants in Arizona. When...
Staying Healthy over the Holidays
It’s not easy staying healthy with all the sweets, carb-overload, alcohol, and a lot of...
EMF’s
Are you concerned about electromagnetic fields & radiation from all the electronic devices and Wi-Fi...
Gut Health
Has your gut been telling you to listen to all the talk about beneficial bacteria? ...
Meatless Mondays at School
I have often felt out-of-place, different, and just plain difficult when it comes to my...
Eating Healthy on a Budget
Many people often think it is difficult to eat healthy on a budget. I disagree. ...
Digestive Health with Sauerkraut
It is thought that more than half of Americans have candida or yeast overgrowth. It’s...
Unnecessary Gallbladder Surgery?
Did you know that gallbladder surgery is now the most common surgery in the United...
Going Vegan – Where to start
Lately, more and more people have approached me to announce their desire to eat a...
Earth Day April 22nd, 2013
Are you planning anything special for Earth Day this month? Here are some areas of...
Simply the Best Granola
I wanted to share a granola recipe I created using sunflower butter. I call it...
Choices
12/21/12 was a point in time that started a great acceleration of consciousness in the...
The Wart Fairy
I suppose there are worse nicknames. Lately I have been called the “The Wart Fairy”...
Eat or Compost?
I recently found some excellent tips in the Dec 2011 edition of the Oprah magazine...
Salad Make-Over
Tired of recreating the same boring salad? Here are some tips to refresh your appetite...
Meatless Mondays August 2012
Rice Pesto Dish Pesto: 2 cup fresh basil leaves ½ cup extra virgin olive oil...
Meatless Mondays July 2012
Blueberry Pudding 12 oz non-gmo silken tofu 2 cups frozen blueberries or other berry of...
Permission to Let Go
Doesn’t it seem like we bring in a lot of new things into our lives...
Protein, Carbs and Fat, Oh My!
(sorry for the lack of formatting. I am trying to fix this so it is...
Meatless Mondays June 2012
Some great recipes from June Meatless Mondays. We focused on some great salads to whip...
Meatless Mondays May 2012
The following recipes were a big hit. Nice and cooling for summer too. Enjoy! Easy...
Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead
I saw a documentary this weekend called “Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead.” An Australian man...
Meatless Mondays Mar 2012
“Thank you Linda…what an informative, fun and delicious way to spend a Monday! I plan...
Meatless Mondays Feb 2012
Greetings. We had a fabulous group this past Monday at Meatless Mondays, a plant-based cooking...
To Cook or Not to Cook
My personal health journey which started, I believe, in the womb, has evolved immensely over...
Meatless Mondays Jan 2012
Meatless Mondays is a luncheon I have on the 4th Monday of each month in...
Cancer Prevention
More and more cancer patients today are seeking natural remedies as the traditional medical treatment...
December Vegan Lunch Hour
Wanted to share the recipes we made at the December Vegan Lunch Hour. This luncheon...
A Diet Worth Mentioning
Has anyone wondered why Bill Clinton moved to a plant-based diet after experiencing open heart...
Vegan Lunch Hour
Held my first vegan lunch hour and had a blast! Some really great participants with...
Supporting local is healthy
Supporting the local economy not only helps local businesses bottom line, it can also mean...
My Vegan Journey
My healthy eating journey started as a young girl in Wisconsin. My mother tried her...
Being truly present in the company of others
It is common dinner table talk to discuss the happenings of the day. But are...
Green Natural Weed Killer
Finally, a natural substance to kill weeds that is easy and effective! Picking weeds in...
Forks Over Knives
Do you know anyone that has or has had cancer, heart disease or diabetes? What...
Naturally Protect Your Skin Against Sun Damage
If you are like me, you may wonder whether sun damage or sun screen is...
Citrus Peel Health Benefits
Citrus peel (zest) is extremely healthy for our skin and our overall health. High in...
Society of Enlightened Beings
As 2012 approaches, it is a perfect time to look ahead as to the changes...
The Truth Shall Set You Free
Everyone this side of preschool has heard the saying, “the truth shall set you free.” ...
Supporting the Local Economy this Holiday
So here we are again this holiday season when frugal is fashionable. Last year we...
Living into your 100’s
I met a 108 year old man a few weeks ago at a raw foods...
Genetically modifying our food
“Grass is green, and we like it that way.” Genetically modifying nature is a risky...
Staying healthy this season
The flu season is upon us. Most likely, we will all come into contact with...
H1N1 (swine) flu vaccinations danger
I would like to know how people feel about possible mandatory H1N1 vaccinations. What is...
An economy to be thankful for?
In an economy where people are losing their jobs, I think it’s possible we will...
Pesticide and herbicide overuse
Here are some concerns on the overuse of pesticides/herbicides and some solutions. What do you...
Processed food harmful ingredients
Ban manufacturers from using certain ingredients such as: MSG, partially hydrogenated vegetable proteins, and high...
Food processing methods
Processing methods are not visible and readily known to consumers. As an example, many people...
Hormone injections in beef, poultry
Ban the use of injecting hormones in livestock, poultry. Hormones make the animals plump, and...
Parents right to choose vaccinating their children
Allow parents to make their own decisions regarding vaccinating their children. Many parents have to...
Choice of healthcare – naturopath or MD?
Health insurance should allow the choice of using a naturopath or a medical doctor. It...
The pharmaceutical industry and our health
The pharmaceutical industry has unacceptable power and corruption in the US which greatly affects the...
Sensitivities to wheat, dairy, peanuts
Why are so many people today sensitive to wheat, dairy, peanuts, etc? Is it all...
Sleep and Alzheimer’s Risk
I am excited to share some facinating and helpful information on sleep from the book Why...
Baked Falafels with Tzatziki
Baked Falafel with Tzatziki is one of my favorite plant protein additions to a great...