Exotic Fruit-Kis Smoothie Recipe

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Smoothie Recipe

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This recipe was inspired by the Asian cooking I was busy doing this week..and my visit to the Asian market to find unique fun new ingredients, to keep my pallet satiated with new flavors!

I was happy with this smoothie discovery, and it's light sweet flavor, which makes you feel like you could be sipping it on the beach on an island in the sun!

PLUS - 

It is a perfect "after Thanksgiving bulge" snack or meal replacement..

You get to INDULGE without the BULGE - 

~ XOXO ~

Hope you enjoy!

Prep Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 5 minutes (max)

1 Persimmon

1 packet of Calamanti Fruit Juice (from Asian market)

1/2 cup Pineapple

1 cup blackberries

4 Tbs. "Ube" Purple Yam (from Asian market)

2 Tbs. Chia Seeds

1 cup of water

1/4 cup coconut milk

Mix in blender until smooth (about 1-2 mins)

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Documentaries I Recommend

1.

Food, INC.

Food, Inc. lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing how our nation's food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. 

Food, Inc. reveals surprising and often shocking truths about what we eat, how it's produced and who we have become as a nation.

Directed by: Robert Kenner

*all rights to this film go to it's respective owners

2. 

Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead

Synopsis:

"100 pounds overweight, loaded up on steroids and suffering from a debilitating autoimmune disease, Joe Cross is at the end of his rope and the end of his hope. In the mirror he saw a 310lb man whose gut was bigger than a beach ball and a path laid out before him that wouldn't end well— with one foot already in the grave, the other wasn't far behind. FAT, SICK & NEARLY DEAD is an inspiring film that chronicles Joe's personal mission to regain his health.

With doctors and conventional medicines unable to help long- term, Joe turns to the only option left, the body's ability to heal itself. He trades in the junk food and hits the road with juicer and generator in tow, vowing only to drink fresh fruit and vegetable juice for the next 60 days. Across 3,000 miles Joe has one goal in mind: To get off his pills and achieve a balanced lifestyle."

                               excerpt from: Fat Sick and Nearly Dead

Movie Trailer:

A Joe Cross Film

starring: Joe Cross

(Video from YT user: FlighttotheLight)

 Check out more information or buy the film here!

3.

Forks Over Knives

Examines the claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting our present menu of animal-based and processed foods.

*I Highly recommend this one!! :)

Trailer:

Video uploaded by: Trailers

Click here for more information or to buy/stream the film

4.

The World According to Monsanto

Directed by: Marie-Monique Robin

The result of a remarkable three-year-long investigation that took award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker Marie-Monique Robin across four continents (North and South America, Europe, and Asia), The World According to Monsanto tells the little-known yet shocking story of this agribusiness giant--the world's leading producer of GMOs (genetically modified organisms)--and how its new "green" face is no less malign than its PCB- and Agent Orange-soaked past.

Robin reports that, following its long history of manufacturing hazardous chemicals and lethal herbicides, Monsanto is now marketing itself as a "life sciences" company, seemingly convinced about the virtues of sustainable development. However, Monsanto now controls the majority of the yield of the world's genetically modified corn and soy--ingredients found in more than 95 percent of American households--and its alarming legal and political tactics to maintain this monopoly are the subject of worldwide concern.

Released to great acclaim and controversy in France, throughout Europe, and in Latin America alongside the documentary film of the same name, The World According to Monsanto is sure to change the way we think about food safety and the corporate control of our food supply.

Film Available to view in full here or on YouTube: 

TRAILER:

Video uploaded by: MuckFilmFestival

FULL FILM:

Video uploaded by: WeAreChangeBirmingham

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Chia Seed Recipes I enjoy!

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Chia seeds are packed full of beneficial nutrients, vitamins and minerals, fiber, and protein - which puts this little seed on the rankings of a "Super Food"! 

WHAT IS A SUPER FOOD?

Super foods are rich in vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. They are minimally processed foods, such as fresh fruits or vegetables, that provide your body with the maximum amount of nutrition. These foods are full of flavor and are versatile in many recipes. You can eat super foods each day to to provide your body with multiple nutrients, without consuming too many calories.

Identification

Super foods are nutrient dense, which means they offer multiple nutrients while providing minimal calories. Nutrient-dense super foods are the colors of the rainbow. They are red, orange, pink, yellow, purple and green. These are the colors of super foods such as blueberries, bell peppers, spinach, salmon, kidney beans and grapefruit.

Source: http://www.livestrong.com

WHERE CAN I BUY THEM?

They are a small virtually tasteless seed, that you can find at most health food stores, and Organic Markets. There are also many low priced options and markets online to purchase them through. Here are a few I found through Google Shopping. 


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Recipes: 

Vegan Zucchini Bread

4.9 from 7 reviews

Print

Source: Hell Yea It's Vegan

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp ground flax seeds or chia seeds - or mix the two.
• ½ c warm water
• 2 c turbinado sugar (or light brown sugar)
• ½ c oil
• ½ c applesauce
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 to 2½ c grated zucchini (~3 medium-sized ones)
• 2 c all-purpose flour
• 1 c whole wheat flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 c chocolate chips or raisins, optional

Instructions

1. Grease two loaf pans.
2. Mix together flax seeds and warm water.
3. Add sugar, oil, applesauce, and vanilla; beat well.
4. Add grated zucchini; stir til combined.
5. In a separate bowl, sift together remaining dry ingredients.
6. Add dry mixture to wet and stir just until dry ingredients are moistened and everything is incorporated evenly; some lumps are fine. If adding additional mix-ins, fold them in now. Divide batter between prepared pans.
7. Bake at 350 for 50-55 minutes, or until knife inserted in center of loaf comes out clean. Let cool a few minutes before slicing.

Raw Chocolate-Chia Energy Bars

Source: Vegetarian Times

Makes 8 bars

30 minutes or fewer

Whole chia seeds add nutritional punch and crunch to these chocolate treats.

• 1 ½ cups pitted dates
• ⅓ cup raw unsweetened cocoa powder
• ⅓ cup whole chia seeds, such as ReNew Life Ultimate ChiaLife
• ½ tsp. vanilla extract, optional
• ¼ tsp. almond extract, optional
• 1 cup raw slivered almonds or raw shelled pistachios
• Oat flour for dusting, optional

1. Place dates in bowl of food processor; purée until thick paste forms. Add cocoa powder, chia seeds, and vanilla and almond extracts, if using. Pulse until all ingredients are combined. Add almonds; pulse until nuts are finely chopped and well distributed through date mixture.
2. Spread large sheet of wax paper on work surface, and dust with oat flour, if using. Transfer date mixture to wax paper, and use paper to press mixture into ı/2-inch-thick rectangle. Wrap tightly, and chill overnight.
3. Unwrap block, and cut into 8 bars. Dust edges and sides with oat flour, if using, to prevent sticking. Rewrap each bar in wax paper.

nutritional information

Per Bar:

• Calories: 195
• Protein: 5 g
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: <1 g
• Carbohydrates: 31 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 2 mg
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 22 g

Power packed Chia Pudding FOR KIDS!

Source: Raw Crave

Power Protein Smoothie

Source:  Naomi's Nutrition Nook (Me)

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Vegan Peaches 'n Creme Dark Cherry Dream Sorbet "Ice Cream"

Summer time delight- Seasonal fresh organic and vegan sorbet for your sweet tooth, and to beat that unrelenting heat! Who doesn't like sorbet/ "ice cream", with no added sugar!? Will be included in me new E-Cookbook coming soon!

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Peaches n' Creme Dark Cherry Dream Sorbet

(Raw, Organic,Vegan, Sugar-free, Gluten Free)

By: Naomi's Nutrition Nook

Prep Time: 20 mins.

Freeze/set time: overnight

5 large Peaches 

5 Dates (pitted)

5-7 Dark Cherries (pitted)

2 1/2 cups Coconut Milk

1-2 tsp. Stevia (to preferred taste)

Kitchen List: Vita Mix/ Blender, Ice Cream Maker, Medium Sized Glass Bowl, Plastic Wrap, Knife, Measuring Cups, 

1. Pit Peaches, Cherries, Dates. 

2.  Add cut up peach slices of 2 peaches at the bottom of the blender, pour in 1/2 cup of coconut milk, blend until chunky.

3. Repeat step 2 until all peaches are blended in
4. Cut all dates in half add to blender, blend until smooth.
5. Add pitted cherries and Stevia, blend for a slight pink color, and beautiful cherry pieces.*
6. Pour mixture into medium sized glass bowl cover with plastic wrap, place in refrigerator for a couple of hrs to add air.
7. Remove from fridge, place in Ice Cream blender- blend for 15-20 minutes until 'sorbet' consistency.
8. Freeze mixture in mixing bowl covered over night.
9. Serve with fresh fruit and vegan whip cream. I used melted carob as a topping. (melt in water bath for smooth consistency, will freeze hard on sorbet)


*Finished liquid content should be around 48 ounces


Serves: 5-6 people
Enjoy!

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