Say bye bye to cholesterol with this healthy treat. Here are the optimal levels of cholesterol, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute: LDL (“bad”) cholesterol should be below 100 HDL (“good”) should be 60 or higher If you are worried you may have high cholesterol, go to your doctor and have your […]
It isn’t easy being Green Juice All things green work in this lovely juice. This is especially cooling for the Pitta dosha that overheats and causes acid indigestion, heartburn, and upset belly. If you are suffering from any of these situations, consider experiencing The Elemental Cleanse or The Elemental Lifestyle. Participants have reversed the effects […]
Energy Up Juice This is a great “pick me up” and gives a blast to the pranic body. You will feel more bright, alert, and energetic after consuming this. It is also wonderful if you find yourself constipated. Make it a daily habit for a few days when you need a lift. 1 carrot 1 […]
This basic grain recipe is true for any grain. For every one-cup of grain, you add two cups of liquid. The liquid can be water, broth, or even coconut milk. Check your grain as it cooks to make sure it isn’t sticking to the bottom of the pan. Some grains cook faster than others. I […]
Another Cleansing Dish, Dahl Stew by Amar Kaur To make Dahl Stew, you will need the following ingredients: 1 lb. of yellow split peas 1 cup of chopped onion and red, yellow, green peppers, any combination 3 or 4 small red potatoes, quartered 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp. each: ground turmeric, ginger. […]
Great tip from Amy Wells, Yogini Over the course of the week accumulate your veggie scraps in a plastic bag. Keep the ends, peels (including onion peels, carrot tops, etc.) and “ugly” pieces (never moldy or bad food, of course) of any of the following veggies in the bag: carrots, celery, onions, spinach, garlic, parsnips, mushrooms, broccoli, […]
The Cleansing Dish can be eaten at any time, not just when you are on The Elemental Cleanse. There are many variations of the dish so you can easily add it into your daily routine. This dish is very nutritious and easy to digest so that gives your digestive system a little break. This dish […]
When unsalted butter is heated, it clarifies, or separates into these components: Lactose or sugar, milk protein, and fat The heat makes the moisture evaporate, the sugar and protein separate into the white curds that float or sink to the bottom. The leftover is pure, sweet, nutty, and yummy ghee. Use ghee for frying, sautéing […]
Lassi is a yogurt drink that is to be used as a meal replacement. Various yogurts, juices and spices can be used to create this delicious drink that is simply a blend of yogurt to liquid. To prepare Lassi you’ll need: Organic plain yogurt or kefir Water or fruit juice Ginger Organic salt Cumin Cilantro […]
Ginger supports healthy digestion and weight loss and is an integral part of the Elemental Cleanse. How to Use: Take a small amount 15 minutes or so prior to eating each meal. The ginger will act as a stimulant for your digestion. You may also place a small amount in hot water for a refreshing […]
If you are participating in the Elemental Cleanse, you can snack on Bliss Balls to your heart’s content. Otherwise, use these as a healthy alternative for snacking. You will find they are very rich and filling. To prepare Cranberry Bliss Balls you’ll need: 1 cup sunflower seeds 1 cup almonds 2 cups dried cranberries 1 […]
Beans for breakfast? You bet. This bean dish is better than oatmeal and will give you a great sweet start to your day. To prepare Breakfast Dahl you’ll need: 1 cup Dahl (I choose the smallest lightest color for this) 2 cans light coconut milk 2 Granny Smith apples 1/4 cup dried fruit of your […]
This breakfast is perfect for all yogis. It is Sattvic which means it contains only pure ingredients that are easy to digest. You may use milk, soymilk, almond milk or rice milk. For The Earth or Kapha, it is suggested to not use cow’s milk. To prepare Yogi Breakfast you’ll need: 8 almonds 1 cup […]
This delicious recipe is from Amy Woodbridge: Clean and remove stems from 12 ounces of medium sized mushroom (button or the like). Place the mushrooms on a lightly greased (with olive oil) roasting pan or baking dish with bottom side up so you can stuff them. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive […]
This recipe is a creation of Anne Keebler: Ingredients: 1 large head Garlic 1 T finely chopped fresh Rosemary 1 T olive oil 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (8 c) 2 large apples, peeled and diced (2 c) 2 t salt 1 t balsamic vinegar Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees, cut tops […]