One would expect that once your kids rolled into their teens that they’d be fairly self-sufficient at preparing their own meals, but nooooooo. Left to their own devices they make the worst choices. Case in point; breakfast at my house. For years, I laid down the law that breakfast was the most important meal of the day. I woke up extra early to make bacon and eggs, yogurt and berries, muffins and smoothies—whatever it took to fuel their bodies and brains. Once I felt I’d modelled a good …
The Art of the Smoothie Bowl
My girls are Instagram/Pinterest/YouTube addicts. You know, normal teens. So when they came to me with the latest food craze "we just like totally had to try," I almost burst out laughing. What was this life-altering dish? Wait for it. A smoothie bowl. Me: Isn't that just a smoothie in a bowl, instead of a glass? Them: No Mom! *eye roll* It's a smoothie in a bowl, with fruit and nuts on top. It's very Tumblr. Me: *blank stare* Okey dokey then. If pretty food …
Now For Mothers Healing Mix
#HealingMix Review I’m finally clawing my way out of the bleary baby days. It’s been four kids and 12 years of being at the mercy of other people’s schedules and needs. Last month, I lovingly sent the tiniest one off to kindergarten and looked forward to some quiet time to recharge. Then…WHAM…we brought home a puppy. And guess what? I’m being ruled by his schedule and needs. My body hasn’t even had a chance to recover from four births and decade of breastfeeding, and I find myself being …
Blueberry Date Smoothie – Power Breakfast
I've been talking about getting the power of protein into my diet a lot this spring. As an admitted carb-o-holic, I'm making a very conscious effort to ramp up my protein intake. This Blueberry Date Smoothie, is by far, one of my most favourite ways to get my protein kick in the morning. It's also insanely delicious, trust me on this one. Before I give you the recipe though, let's break down how amazing each ingredient is for you. Blueberries - Blueberries are teeming with antioxidants …
How to Make A Mango Lassi
I had my first mango lassi a few months ago at a local Indian restaurant. Since that time I've been obsessed with how to make a mango lassi. It wasn't as easy as I thought. I tried fresh mango and frozen mango but nothing was really coming close the one I first fell in love with. Then we were in an Indian store and I came across a can of mango pulp and a light bulb went off. Of course, this must be the secret ingredient. How to Make a Mango Lassi 1 1/2 cups sweetened mango pulp 2 …
