I might be getting ahead of myself, but Fall is here and the temperature is certainly dropping. Pack away the shorts and bring out the sweaters! Cool weather calls for hot beverages, especially on those chilly fall nights. Many warm beverages come to mind, but I’d like to offer a twist on a cold weather classic. When it comes to sweets, I love combining the goodness raw cacao with the…
Read moreThis recipe creates a rich delicious hazelnut spread that is similar to Nutella but much, much healthier! Raw cacao provides natural antioxidants, coconut oil provides important long chain fatty acids, and hazelnuts provide plenty of healthy fat, vegetarian protein and fiber. Ingredients: 2 cups Whole Raw Hazelnuts 1 batch of Healthy Powdered ‘Sugar’ 1/4 cup Raw Cacao Powder 1/4 cup Perfect Coconut Oil 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract How to Make…
Read moreThese deliciously decadent Chocolate Coconut Truffles are 100% vegan and gluten free. Better yet, this recipe is no-bake, takes only 15 minutes to prep and provides countless vital nutrients. The coconut meat and oil contains important long chain fatty acids while the raw cacao provides powerful antioxidants as well as many important vitamins and minerals. Chocolate Coconut Truffles 1 cup shredded coconut 2 Tbsp Perfect Coconut Oil 3 Tbsp raw…
Read moreThis super easy chocolate recipe takes under five minutes to prepare. The end result is raw, vegan, delicious and nutritious! Ingredients: 1 Tbsp of Perfect Coconut Oil (Softened) 1.5 Tbsp Raw Honey or Maple Syrup 1/2 tsp of Vanilla Extract 2 Tbsp Raw Cacao Powder Directions: In a small bowl, combine Coconut Oil and the sweetener of your choice. Add Vanilla Extract and slowly stir in the Cocoa Powder….
Read moreThis Beauty Smoothie was adapted from one of our favorite brands. It has all the essential vitamins and minerals to keep your skin, hair and nails healthy and beautiful. The added boost of Perfect Plant Protein will help keep you feeling full and energized through out the day. Ingredients: 8 oz of Coconut Milk 1 to 2 Scoops of Perfect Plant Protein ½ cup of Aloe Vera Flesh ½ cup of Sliced…
Read moreThis low calorie snack features fresh Kale roasted with Perfect Coconut Oil. Kale is a natural source of important nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron and protein. Perfect Coconut Oil adds a boost of healthy fatty acids and extra calcium. These two ingredients come together perfectly to create a healthy snack that is packed with nutrients. Ingredients: 1 bunch of Kale, washed and de-stemmed ⅛ cup of…
Read moreThis Green Goodness Detox Smoothie works to give you over 100 nutrients that your body needs while detoxifying and stimulating your organs. Drink this smoothie throughout the day for maximum detoxifying benefits. Green Goodness Detox Smoothie 1/4 inch fresh ginger, grated 1 bunch fresh mint 1 cup pineapple, chopped 2 large cucumbers, chopped ¼ cup fresh lemon juice 1 scoop Perfect Fermented Kale 1 scoop Perfect Aquatic Greens Powder…
Read moreKick start your morning with a great tasting smoothie full of antioxidants that will boost your energy throughout the day! This healthy smoothie will also stabilize your blood sugar levels and keep you feeling full. Berry Antioxidant Smoothie 1 cup Unsweetened Pomegranate Juice 1/2 cup Wild Blueberries 1/2 cup Blackberries 1/2 cup Strawberries 1/2 cup Raspberries 1-2 scoops of Perfect Acai Powder Directions: Combine berries, Perfect Acai Powder, and pomegranate juice…
Read moreThese delicious treats combine three of my favorites…peanut butter, chocolate, and coconut…YUM! I was looking for a sweet treat to make for my friend who follows a vegan and gluten-free diet. Low-Carb, More Protein, and Healthy Fats I’ve been following a lower-carb diet after reading a few different diet books last year, and at the recommendation of my doctor. Most of the diet books I read are reviewed in this…
Read moreOn March 1, 2011, the New York Times published an article, Once a Villain, Coconut Oil Charms the Health Food World, written by Melissa Clark. In this article Ms. Clark wrote about the new found benefits of cooking with coconut oil. “I quickly learned that virgin coconut oil has a haunting, nutty, vanilla flavor. It’s even milder and richer tasting than butter, sweeter and lighter textured than lard, and without…
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