Simple Plant-Based Recipes – Health – Wellness – Fitness – Lifestyle Hacks
The term โwholeโ in WFPB describes foods that are minimally processed. I eat mostly whole, unrefined, plant-based foods because the benefits of this type of healthy lifestyle are enormous:
1. It prevents and reverses disease.
2. It helps with maintaining ideal weight and having more energy.
3. It helps you live longer.
Sunlight is a great source of vitamin D. It relieves depression and improves mental clarity. ๐ง
Sunshine is the best medicine. The sun has been known as a healer for centuries.
Production of Vitamin D from sensible sun exposure is key for overall health & well-being.
The real danger is in the most popular sunscreens.
Sunscreens block your skin from making Vitamin D. Vitamin D deficiency is a cause of cancer.
Most sunscreens are toxic. Avoid sunscreens with these chemicals:
Oxybenzone/Octinoxate/Avobenzone/Homosalate/OctisalateOctocrylene.
Certain chemicals in sunscreens may pose a risk to male infertility and also affect brain health.
Certain ingredients in sunscreens are killing coral reefs around the world which affects climate change.
Higher sun sensitivity is caused by certain medications such as antibiotics and birth control pills.
Look for sun protection that contains zinc oxide, which helps reflect UVA and UVB rays from the body.
Itโs best to limit exposure when sunโs rays are strongest between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Protection is minimal after SPF of 15 which blocks 93% of UVB rays.
Coconut oil has a low natural SPF and it has been used by islanders for hundreds of years to gently moisturize skin.
There are ways to make your own safe sunscreen, typically by using coconut oil, zinc and shea butter.
๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฎ: Organic Forbidden Rice + Greens w/ CarrotโSesame Dressing ๐๐ฅ๐ฅฌ
Forbidden rice is a high-quality ancient grain once reserved only for the Emperor of China. Itโs high in satiating fiber, lean-muscle supporting protein, and iron to increase oxygen throughout your blood and the body. Have you tried Forbidden rice? ๐
Delicious and nutritious plant-based meals can be delivered right to your door. Use code XOLUCYKHOME to get 20% off your first purchaseย @sakaralife. ๐๐ฑhttps://www.sakara.com/
I love simple salads like this Beet & Mango one! ๐ฅญ Did you know that mangos can help achieve longer and harder workouts, as well as better recovery? ๐ช๐ผ Beets are also known to improve athletic performance. ๐ด๐ผโโ๏ธ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ
๐ฑOrganic Leafy Greens
๐ฑCherry Tomatoes
๐ฑBeets
๐ฑAvocado
๐ฑMango
๐ฑRaspberry Vinaigrette
๐ฑSprouted Pumpkin & Sunflower Seeds @go_raw
๐Organic Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
๐Flaxseed Meal
๐Homemade Cashew Milk
๐Maple Syrup
๐Date Syrup
๐Strawberries
๐Blueberries
๐Raspberries
โ Conventionally grown oats contain traces of glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup herbicide. I only buy organic & glyphosate-free oats.
โ Grains that contain gluten, contain multiple allergens and proteins which cause inflammation and affect the immune system. Even though these effects might not be noticeable now, to avoid issues in the future, I opt for gluten-free oats.
Do you prep any meals for the week? ๐ฑIf so, do you usually prep breakfast, lunch or dinner? I always prep lunch, but ideally I would like to prep all meals and snacks ahead of time. More tips coming on how to make meal prepping easier. ๐๐ผ
I love the Nutr Machine because I can quickly make nut milks and smoothies. You can throw the nuts straight in without pre-soaking and you will still enjoy a convenient and delicious drink in minutes. ๐ฅ Use discount code: ๐๐จ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฌ @nutrmachine ๐ค
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๐๐ป ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ถ๐ป ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฎ: ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐น๐ฎ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ถ๐๐๐ฟ๐ผ ๐ฑ & ๐๐ผ๐ณ๐ณ๐ฒ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฃ๐น๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ ๐น
3 โWINGโ PLATTER
Tempura cauliflower in spicy buffalo, sweet & sour
and BBQ sauce w/ celery, carrots, โranchโ.
ARTICHOKE AND BREADED EGGPLANT PIZZA
Pizza sauce, Follow Your Heart โmozzarellaโ, breaded
eggplant and artichoke hearts. Drizzled with cashew
โalfredoโ and pesto.
BAJA AVOCADO TACOS
Tempura avocado topped with cabbage, pico de gallo,
and habanero โcream cheeseโ. Served with lime wedges.
๐ Have you ever tried eggplant on pizza? ๐This was my first time and really liked it. ๐
How adorable is this lovely coffee shop? ๐บโ๏ธ๐ท
My favorite pizza crust is the Banza vegan & gluten-free chickpea crust which I have been using for years. ๐๐ฑ
I love adding a variety of toppings. Not only is it healthier than other options out there, but it tastes great too. Thatโs why most of my pizzas donโt even include cheese. I also love that it can be ready in 10-12 minutes.
Which one would you prefer?
1๏ธโฃMushroom & Onion
2๏ธโฃArtichoke & Herbs
3๏ธโฃBanana Peppers & Olives
4๏ธโฃOlive Tapenade & Avocado
5๏ธโฃQueso, Greens & Onions
๐ What toppings would you add to your own chickpea crust pizza!?๐
๐ฅฌOrganic Leafy Greens
๐ฅฆLightly Roasted (or steamed) Broccoli
๐ฑLightly Roasted (or steamed) Asparagus
๐Kelp Burger
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Pickled Red Onions
๐ฟProbiotic Green Goddess Dressing
Kelp is an Atlantic Ocean sea vegetable which helps nourish our body with a number of minerals. Kelp is a great source of iodine which can protect and heal the thyroid. ๐
Do you have a favorite sea vegetable such as dulse, kelp, bladderwrack, or Irish moss? ๐ฑ
๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฎ ๐ข๐ฟ๐ด๐ฎ๐ป๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ณ๐ฎ๐๐: Roasted Pear Pancakes with Sweet Cinnamon Jam ๐
These fiber-rich pancakes support healthy blood sugar levels, helping to prevent collagen-damaging sugar spikes and the cravings that follow. Not to mention the plentiful, Vitamin C that pears bring to the plate. ๐ฑ
๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ๐: Almond flour, almond milk, pear, potato starch, unsweetened apple sauce, coconut sugar, coconut oil, baking powder, Himalayan sea salt, blue cornflour, Heather flower.
๐ฆ๐ฎ๐๐ฐ๐ฒ: Banana, coconut oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon.
Sakara meals are chef-crafted and delivered to your door, ready-to-eatโno prep or cooking required. ๐ฑThese are perfect for someone with a busy schedule and the flexible programs make it easy to nourish your body anytime and anywhere. ๐
If youโre interested in the nutrition and convenience that Sakara offers, use my code: XOLUCYKHOME to get 20% off your first purchaseย @sakaralife.
I would love to know what is your favorite health book โค๏ธ and your favorite cookbook? ๐ฉ๐ปโ๐ณ
While I donโt have a favorite cookbook, I have many favorite books about health and wellness. However, the book that changed everything for me is โThe Truth About Cancerโ (not featured here). This was a very eye-opening book about why the medical system in the US is focused on treating symptoms and not discovering the root cause of illnesses. ๐คฏ
Studies have shown that reading, reduces stress levels by 68%, more so than talking a walk or drinking a cup of tea. ๐ What book are you currently reading? ๐
