Cassia Essential Oil

cassia

A close relative to Cinnamon, Cassia has a strong, spicy aroma that can be used in small quantities to transform any essential oil blend. Cassia has been used for thousands of years to maintain physical health and promote emotional well-being. It’s one of the few essential oils mentioned in the Old Testament, noted for its…

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Chai Green Smoothie

chai green smoothie

Want a dairy-free, vegan smoothie to start your day? Try this simple but tasty meal packed with vitamins and nutrients.   Chai Green Smoothie   Author: Kat Ogar Recipe type: Smoothie Cuisine: Vegan Print   Ingredients ½ frozen banana 3 large kale leaves (optional: remove stalks) ½ teaspoon cinnamon 1 scoop vanilla flavored protein powder…

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Kitchen Sink Salad

kitchen sink salad

Story about the recipe: I make this for my daughter in high school almost every day for lunch. Her lunch table friends always say they can’t believe her mother works AND manages to make such a great salad every morning! They all want her leftovers!   Kitchen Sink Salad   Author: Gail Sauter Recipe type:…

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Salmon Paella

salmon and brown rice

Story about the recipe : When we first got married I started making this dish. And once our kids were born that was over since they were very fussy eaters and wouldn’t touch fish let alone all these different flavors mixed up. It wasn’t until they were both off to college that I decided to…

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Lemon Yogurt Fruit Parfait

parfait

This Valentine’s Day, make your sweetheart a healthy and delicious breakfast that shows you really care. Lemon Yogurt Fruit Parfait   Author: Aromatools Recipe type: Breakfast Cuisine: Fruits Print   Ingredients ½ cup fresh or frozen berries 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt 1 toothpick lemon essential oil 1 handful granola Instructions Place berries in the…

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Quick and Delicious Zucchini Pasta

pasta zucchini

Story about the recipe: This is one of my detox alternative recipes. Usually by Day 5, my clients, (myself included), are looking for something other than salad. This is a great dish to have without an additional salad. Most importantly, it is something you can feed the whole family. It is very satisfying and delicious!…

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DIY: Cuticle Cream

diy cuticle cream

Cold weather can be tough on your skin and cuticles, and can often form dry spots and crack. Making a homemade cuticle cream is a great way to bring the moisture and health back into your nails. You can also use this cream on your hands, lips, or anywhere you have dry spots. DIY: Cuticle…

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The 10 Step Plan to Get Moving

girl dog walker

Move it! You need to exercise.  I need to exercise.  I struggle myself when I am working on too many things and  leave little time for exercise and fitness.  The problem is, once you quit moving so do our endorphins and it gets a little depressing. #1 Make time…no matter how busy…make the time! We think…

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Avocado, Tuna & Rice

avocado tuna rice

Story about the recipe: I lived on this stuff all through my University days. It keeps you going for ages! Avocado, Tuna & Rice   Author: Nicole Stucki Print   Ingredients 1 cup cooked brown rice 1 diced avocado Small tin of tuna in oil 1 tablespoon tahini 2 teaspoons tamari Small tin of corn…

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You’ll Miss It When It’s Gone…

glaucoma

It’s so true that you miss things when they’re gone but don’t let it happen to something as important as your eyesight. If you have read my bio, you know that I have glaucoma. But if you are like me, I had no idea what glaucoma really was or how it would affect my life…

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