Balancing Act: A Holistic Guide to Healthy Celebrations During the Festive Season

The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, often accompanied by a tempting array of festive treats. Balancing the desire for indulgence with a commitment to a healthy lifestyle requires a holistic approach. This article offers practical tips for navigating the festivities mindfully. From savouring each bite with mindful eating to incorporating plant-based options into your celebrations, discover strategies that promote well-being without sacrificing the joy of the season. Stay hydrated with refreshing options, infuse activity into your celebrations, and find balance through moderation.

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FOUR TYPES OF KALE SALAD

If you are looking to use more superfoods during winter, then leafy greens like kale is a great choice. Kale grows well in the winter and is easy to find at any grocery store. It is a superfood filled with vitamins and minerals, and is great for many diets, from clean eating to Paleo or…

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HOW TO USE BLUEBERRIES IN WINTER

While you can get many berries year-round, especially if you live somewhere with a mild climate, blueberries are especially tasty in the winter. They allow you to get tons of nutrients, including antioxidants and vitamin C, while also sweetening up dishes without using added sugar. Here are a few ways you can use blueberries for…

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Seed—Power Bread

Healthy Seed Bread Made without flour and yest. Absolutely delicious. Course: Breads Cuisine: Plant-Based Oil Free Prep Time: 2 hr 30 min Cook Time: 1 hr 10 min Total Time: 3 hr 40 min Yield: 1 loaf Serves: 6 Scale Update Ingredients 3⁄4 cups oats 1⁄3 cup oat bran 3⁄4 cup sunflower seeds 1⁄3 cup…

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African Peanut Stew

Print Recipe African Peanut Stew Creamy, satisfying, and lightly spicy; peanut butter and sweet potato are a match made in vegan heaven! Source: JK Wellness and Nutrition Course: Main Course Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 35 min Total Time: 55 min Yield: 6 Serves: 6 Scale Update Ingredients 1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil…

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Broccoli Quinoa Salad

Print Recipe Broccoli Quinoa Salad Course: Salad Cuisine: Vegan Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 30 min Serves: 2 Ingredients FOR THE SALAD 1⁄2 cup quinoa rinsed & drained (≈1 1/2 cups cooked) 3 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-size pieces 1⁄2 red onion cut into wedges 2 cups baby spinach 5 radishes thinly sliced…

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Almond Butter and Blueberry Sweet Potato Toast

Almond Butter and Blueberry Sweet Potato Toast This is a craveable, nutrient-dense breakfast. Sweet potatoes contain vitamins B6, C, and D and are full of potassium, magnesium, and carotenoids (which boost immunity to disease). This powerhouse meal hits an even higher nutritional level when topped with blueberries and almond butter. Course: Breakfast or Snack: Prep…

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Portabello Macadamia Nut Ricotta Cheese Tomato and Basil Tower

Print Recipe Portabello Macadamia Nut Ricotta Cheese Tomato and Basil Tower Raw food-Vegan Cuisine: Vegan Serves: 2 Scale Update Ingredients Marinated Mushrooms 3 portabello mushrooms cleaned with stems removed 10 mL garlic minced 1 green onion minced 120 mL olive oil 30 mL nama shoyu ( use normal soy sauce if you can’t find it)…

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Coconut Yoghurt

Print Recipe Coconut Yoghurt Prep Time: 24 hr Total Time: 24 hr Serves: 6 Scale Update Ingredients 420 ml can full fat coconut milk* (organic when possible) 2 capsules vegan-friendly probiotic ADD-INS optional Maple syrup, stevia, or agave nectar for sweetening Vanilla extract or vanilla bean powder Fruit Directions Empty the coconut milk in a…

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