Simple Plant-Based Recipes – Health – Wellness – Fitness – Lifestyle Hacks
The term “whole” 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. 🧠
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.
It’s best to limit exposure when sun’s 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.
𝗦𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗮: Organic Forbidden Rice + Greens w/ Carrot—Sesame Dressing 🍚🥕🥬
Forbidden rice is a high-quality ancient grain once reserved only for the Emperor of China. It’s high in satiating fiber, lean-muscle supporting protein, and iron to increase oxygen throughout your blood and the body. Have you tried Forbidden rice? 🍙
Delicious and nutritious plant-based meals can be delivered right to your door. Use code XOLUCYKHOME to get 20% off your first purchase @sakaralife. 💚🌱https://www.sakara.com/
I love simple salads like this Beet & Mango one! 🥭 Did you know that mangos can help achieve longer and harder workouts, as well as better recovery? 💪🏼 Beets are also known to improve athletic performance. 🚴🏼♀️🏋️♀️🏊🏼♀️
🌱Organic Leafy Greens
🌱Cherry Tomatoes
🌱Beets
🌱Avocado
🌱Mango
🌱Raspberry Vinaigrette
🌱Sprouted Pumpkin & Sunflower Seeds @go_raw
💛Organic Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
💛Flaxseed Meal
💛Homemade Cashew Milk
💛Maple Syrup
💛Date Syrup
💛Strawberries
💛Blueberries
💛Raspberries
✅Conventionally grown oats contain traces of glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup herbicide. I only buy organic & glyphosate-free oats.
✅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? 🌱If 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. 🙌🏼
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. 🥛 Use discount code: 𝗟𝗨𝗖𝗬𝟭𝟬 @nutrmachine 🤍
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𝗔𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗮: 𝗦𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼 🌱 & 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 🌹
3 ‘WING’ PLATTER
Tempura cauliflower in spicy buffalo, sweet & sour
and BBQ sauce w/ celery, carrots, ‘ranch’.
ARTICHOKE AND BREADED EGGPLANT PIZZA
Pizza sauce, Follow Your Heart ‘mozzarella’, breaded
eggplant and artichoke hearts. Drizzled with cashew
‘alfredo’ and pesto.
BAJA AVOCADO TACOS
Tempura avocado topped with cabbage, pico de gallo,
and habanero ‘cream cheese’. Served with lime wedges.
💚 Have you ever tried eggplant on pizza? 🍆This was my first time and really liked it. 😋
How adorable is this lovely coffee shop? 🌺☕️🌷
My favorite pizza crust is the Banza vegan & gluten-free chickpea crust which I have been using for years. 💚🌱
I love adding a variety of toppings. Not only is it healthier than other options out there, but it tastes great too. That’s why most of my pizzas don’t even include cheese. I also love that it can be ready in 10-12 minutes.
Which one would you prefer?
1️⃣Mushroom & Onion
2️⃣Artichoke & Herbs
3️⃣Banana Peppers & Olives
4️⃣Olive Tapenade & Avocado
5️⃣Queso, Greens & Onions
🍕 What toppings would you add to your own chickpea crust pizza!?🍕
🥬Organic Leafy Greens
🥦Lightly Roasted (or steamed) Broccoli
🌱Lightly Roasted (or steamed) Asparagus
🌊Kelp Burger
🧅Pickled Red Onions
🌿Probiotic 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. 💚
Do you have a favorite sea vegetable such as dulse, kelp, bladderwrack, or Irish moss? 🌱
𝗦𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁: Roasted Pear Pancakes with Sweet Cinnamon Jam 🍐
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. 🌱
𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀: Almond flour, almond milk, pear, potato starch, unsweetened apple sauce, coconut sugar, coconut oil, baking powder, Himalayan sea salt, blue cornflour, Heather flower.
𝗦𝗮𝘂𝗰𝗲: Banana, coconut oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon.
Sakara meals are chef-crafted and delivered to your door, ready-to-eat—no prep or cooking required. 🌱These are perfect for someone with a busy schedule and the flexible programs make it easy to nourish your body anytime and anywhere. 💚
If you’re interested in the nutrition and convenience that Sakara offers, use my code: XOLUCYKHOME to get 20% off your first purchase @sakaralife.
I would love to know what is your favorite health book ❤️ and your favorite cookbook? 👩🏻🍳
While I don’t have a favorite cookbook, I have many favorite books about health and wellness. However, the book that changed everything for me is “The Truth About Cancer” (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. 🤯
Studies have shown that reading, reduces stress levels by 68%, more so than talking a walk or drinking a cup of tea. 📖 What book are you currently reading? 📕
