July 01, 2019
Author: Lily MazzarellaMushroom popsicles??
Oh yes! Reishi and Chaga are woody mushrooms with myriad health benefits. Both are replete with antioxidants and immune-enhancing polysaccharides and inflammation-modulating triterpenes.
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March 19, 2019
Don't have the time - or desire - to brew? Try this 3-minute substitute that is at once deeply grounding and detoxifyingly nourishing.
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February 27, 2019
Author: Lily MazzarellaHere's to your sexual health!
We suggest dropping a dose of your select herbal libido booster into this sensual sparkling blend of cherry and blood orange.
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January 10, 2019
Author: Lily MazzarellaSome of us crave carbs, some of us crunchy…others of us…we know who we are…crave sweet. Here’s a supercharged snack that satisfies that itch.
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January 10, 2019
Author: Lily MazzarellaLoaded with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids and a plethora of other micronutrients, this chia pudding bowl recipe is a soothing, nourishing and easily digestible morning uplift.
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November 26, 2018
Author: Lily Mazzarella
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October 09, 2018
Author: Lily Mazzarella
Elderberries have demonstrated activity against the influenza virus….and we couldn’t be more pleased about it. These delicious berries lend themselves to a tasty syrup that is easy to make and forms the base of kid (and adult) approved protein-rich Elderberry Gummies.
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April 13, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis coconut cream is to die for. It tastes suspiciously, and wonderfully, like Cool Whip, but actually decomposes like normal food!
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March 21, 2017
Author: Lily MazarrellaFor some people, giving up dairy is what’s most challenging about the prospect of doing a cleanse. But dairy is pro-inflammatory for some, and creates congestion in most of us, so it’s a good idea to give it up for a while and see how your body does without it. Trust me, this creamy cashew cheez will get you through the tough times!
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March 21, 2017
Author: Lily MazarellaThis light, creamy, not-overly-sweet treat features vitamin C-rich springtime strawberries and goji berries, a.k.a. Happiness Berry or Wolfberry. Goji is a traditional Chinese medicine used for liver and kidney deficiency patterns, for “brightening” the eyes (no wonder, as it is chock-full of carotenes and anti-inflammatory pigments), and promoting happiness and longevity.
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March 21, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaPreserved lemons are a staple of Moroccan and Middle Eastern cooking for good reason: they lend a rich, mellow acidity (and salinity) to any recipe they grace, imparting depth and body to dishes ranging from umami spring lamb stew to blended vegetable soups, to crisp, bitter dandelion greens.
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March 21, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis silky, vibrant green soup is the epitome of spring. It is simple to make, but with the addition of some reserved peas, pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs, is texturally complex and delightful. If you’re having the soup for lunch, make sure to add a serving of collagen or pea protein to keep your energy up and your hunger in check. Enjoy with flax crackers, or pair with a turkey patty, sweet potato, or chickpea pancake for a heartier meal.
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March 20, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaI love dandelion greens! These delectable bitters are chock-full of potassium, vitamins A, C, K, folate, and choline. In herbal medicine, we use them as a classic bitter tonic to stimulate digestion and gallbladder activity, and to decongest the liver.
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March 20, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis delicious lassi side-steps the dairy with coconut yogurt, mango, and creamy nuts and seeds.
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March 17, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaMany people miss crunchy and carb-y snacks when they do a cleanse. These simple flax crackers fill the void, and pair well with Cashew Cheez, pesto, avocado, smoked salmon, and tahini dressings.
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January 13, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaThere’s nothing like a green soup to help you feel fresh, nourished and energized. The beauty of this one is that it requires next to no chopping or prep: it takes advantage of the plethora of high-quality frozen organic vegetables on the market.
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January 13, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis hearty, golden soup features the warming spices ginger and turmeric, which bestow a plethora of benefits on our digestion, cellular transformation, and elimination.
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September 30, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaEat your medicine
These tasty herbal treats are perfect mid-morning and early afternoon pick-me-ups – the times you might be crashing/craving/irritable and tempted to reach for a sugar-y, immune-suppressing snack. Boost your system with medicinal mushrooms and herbal immune tonics instead!
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June 27, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaI've always loved my smoothies on the thicker side, so why not really go for it, and eat it with a spoon?
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June 27, 2016
Author: Lily Mazzarella Those of us unlucky enough to deal with insomnia and any inflammatory condition such as joint pain, eczema, asthma, allergy, or colitis know that a missed night of sleep equals an immediate skyrocketing of symptoms. And we all know what it's like to get up from bed after a lost night's sleep and see our skin blotchy, and our eyes bleary and blood-shot.
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June 21, 2016
Author: Lilly MazzarellaNaturally sweet and delicious, cashews offer the perfect alternative to dairy, and can be used to make vegan sauces and cheeses, and to make smoothies thick and creamy. Cashews are super nutritious – high in copper, manganese, magnesium, and zinc, and despite their creaminess, lower in fat than most nuts. The fats they do contain help maintain healthy inflammation levels.
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June 20, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaFeeling hot, sluggish, irritable, and puffy? This delicious and refreshing anti-oxidant rich juice will make you feel like a superstar. Its inflammation-fighting botanicals hit a multitude of molecular targets, which registers to you as a cool body and mind.
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June 20, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaStart your day off right with this inflammation-fighting smoothie that has the added benefit of tasting like a cherry milkshake!
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June 19, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaTo bowl or not to bowl…. I admit: my healthy skepticism got a bit of a workout in the beginning phases of the recent “bowl” craze. My Instagram and Facebook accounts were suddenly flooded with photos of bright, wholesome food bowls, accompanied by the usual social media hyperbole: “This tempeh-kimchi-bee pollen bowl is everything!” Bowl restaurants sprang up in cities like dandelions in springtime. After all, I thought, what is so different about eating veggies, rice, a...
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June 19, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis savory, silky soup is a great way to drink your vegetables, while keeping your blood sugar balanced and your whole system fueled. Liquid meals remove burden from the digestive tract, freeing up resources for repair & restoration in your body. Green soups maintain fiber content & allow for the addition of a protein source, like grass-fed collagen or pea protein.
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June 18, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaIt’s Summer, when fresh greens and herbs abound and we’re naturally drawn to lighter foods. Let’s keep with the “vegetable variety premise” from our bowls to make the ultimate inspired salad. Remember: the more vegetables you eat, the greater variety of inflammation-fighting phytonutrients your cells are exposed to!
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June 08, 2016
Author: Lily Mazzarella"Superfood": an admittedly brilliant marketing concept that typically describes a nutrient dense food—one that usually hails from a far-flung corner of the world.Well, locally grown, garden variety herbs like parsley, cilantro and basil are in fact "superfoods," we just don't usually eat them in appreciable quantities. Pesto changes all that.
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June 01, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis savory, silky soup is a great way to drink your vegetables, while keeping your blood sugar balanced and your whole system fueled. Liquid meals remove burden from the digestive tract, freeing up resources for repair & restoration in your body.
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March 20, 2016
Author: Lily Mazzarella This low-glycemic blueberry delight combines antioxidant-rich berries with mineral dense greens and cleansing flaxseeds to support healthy elimination.
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January 14, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaI think cauliflower has gotten short shrift over the years. Its lumpy white appearance belies its versatility and health benefits: cauliflower has a very low glycemic index, and is packed with vitamin C, K, and folate. It contains sulfur compounds that support detox pathways, while its abundant flavonoids support the cardiovascular system and help prevent oxidative damage. This delicious soup allows it to shine!
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January 14, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaSunchokes, or Jerusalem Artichokes, are a rich source of prebiotic inulin—the preferred food of our healthy bacteria. They are a low-glycemic alternative to potatoes and can get crispy if you cook them long enough. Scrub them (no need to peel) and roast away!
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October 24, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaThe brilliant golden-orange color and outrageous aroma of this soup tell you it’s got to be good for you. Indeed, this updated classic is a sure-fire hit for your immune system.
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October 23, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaTurmeric is a root that has been used for thousands of years by many cultures for its potent anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Golden Milk is a great way to get the benefits of Turmeric daily.
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October 15, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaCome and get your greens! Greens consumption tends to suffer in the fall as we move towards heavier foods and root vegetables, and away from summer’s salads. This easy, delicious puree makes use of most of the green matter in your kitchen.
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October 11, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaPumpkin is rich in beta-carotene (a pre-cursor to infection-fighting vitamin A), vitamin C and fiber. Warming spices enhance digestion and improve circulation. And a hot cup of non-sugar chai tea gives this smoothie a comforting little kick.
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June 30, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaIt’s basil time!
Basil is a nutrition super-star: one of the constituents in its essential oil, eugenol, is a well-researched anti-inflammatory/anti-oxidant compound that beneficially modulates pro-inflammatory enzyme systems like cyclooxygenase (COX).
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June 27, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaBlueberries are a low-glycemic fruit full of anti-oxidant, blood vessel-strengthening, eye and brain-protecting flavonoids. Raspberry boasts similar anti-oxidant flavonoids, along with a couple of unique compounds: ketones, which appear to have a stimulating effect on our cells’ metabolism, and ellagitannins, which have a potent inhibitory effect on certain cancer cell lines, at least in vitro.
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April 13, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaFor some, the hardest part of a cleanse is giving up coffee. For others, it's sugar and bread.
And then there are those who dread giving up their evening cocktail–the glass of wine at the end of the day that signals to the body and brain, "I'm done now. Right? Can I be done now?"
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March 28, 2015
Author: Lily MazarellaSauces made from cleanse-approved ingredients are absolutely encouraged during your detox! They can make the plainest food drool-worthy, and add variety to rotations of simple steamed and grilled vegetables, poultry, fish, quinoa, and brown rice.
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March 26, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaHarbinger of Spring Out here in California, we’re lucky to see asparagus spears poking up as early as February. Asparagus season starts elsewhere in March or April, and its cheerful appearance is a sign to the snow-weary that Spring is finally here. Asparagus has a lot going for it, not the least of which is a notably fast preparation time.
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March 24, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaI used to think that making your own nut milk was for crazy people. Isn’t life complicated enough?But then I started to read more about the endocrine-disrupting plastic used to line the cartons of store-bought nut milks (almond, coconut, hemp). And I looked closer and found they were fortified with potentially harmful synthetic forms of Vitamin A & D2, and contained gut-inflaming
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May 30, 2014
Lily’s Divine Turmeric PasteI first learned about the healing properties of Turmeric in the late 90’s while studying Ayurvedic medicine and working at Integral Yoga Natural Vitamin in NYC (I call it the Integral Yoga Natural Compound, since they occupy most of the buildings on one block of 13th st. It’s technically an ashram in the middle of the West Village—wild!). Turmeric was everywhere, drifting in plumes around the bulk bins,
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