March 21, 2019
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 19, 2019
In a rush? Prep once and be done with these recipes and enjoy three different takes on asparagus throughout the week!
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March 19, 2019
This no-brainer sauce takes 5 minutes to whip up, and makes all your cleanse food instantly interesting. It is used in the Sesame Burdock and Pea Shoot Salad, but feel free to spoon onto fish, grilled chicken, and steamed veggies.
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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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March 17, 2019
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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March 13, 2019
This recipe makes you forget you're on a cleanse. Simple and light fish cakes accompanied by decadent almond Thai dipping sauce feel like a treat—you'll return to this recipe in post-cleanse days!
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March 13, 2019
Time to get your Omega-3s on! Enjoy this brain food warm right out of the oven as an evening main course and make extra for a quick protein boost to a fresh salad!
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March 12, 2019
Extra burdock? Try this super speedy, asian inspired salad.
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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 MazzarellaTypical granolas are part of the high-glycemic faux “health food” hoax perpetrated on health conscious folks in this county (many yogurts fit this bill, too). But. The good news is, you can make your own low-fuss, low-glycemic version AND add adaptogenic support to the mix. If you don’t know adaptogens yet, you’ll want to: adaptogens are safe, tonic herbs that support whole body neuro-endocrine balance, resulting in benefits such as stable energy, good sleep, and more ...
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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 MazzarellaThese tasty herbal treats are perfect mid-morning and early afternoon pick-me-ups—the times you might be crashing/craving/irritable and reaching for something sweet and caffeinated. Full of healthy fats, fiber, protein and herbal adaptogens, these superfood balls will keep you fueled without the down slope on the other side. They actually contribute to your system—which is what good food and herbs should do. Eat 1-2 per day.
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November 26, 2018
Author: Lily MazzarellaI make a batch of these tasty turkey burgers and freeze them for my week’s lunches. Sometimes I add a finely chopped green, such as chard, to boost the veggie content further.
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November 26, 2018
Author: Lily Mazzarella
I like the idea of kabobs—but don't usually find them very satisfying: some items are undercooked (usually the onions and peppers of traditional kabobs), while others are charred to crisp. I realized there was a simple solution for this: keep "like with like" on the skewer, and cook each item to its own specification.
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November 26, 2018
Author: Lily Mazzarella
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November 26, 2018
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August 22, 2018
Author: Paige DoyleWe all know about the high sugar content in foods such as ice cream, cookies, candy bars, and donuts. But did you know that sugar is found in a vast array of foods other than just those that are considered “sweet”?
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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 gorgeous rainbow of a salad takes just a few minutes to make, delights everyone who eats it (It's a great potluck dish!), and stores well tightly covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. It is fiber-rich and contains 3 hepatoprotectant superstars: burdock, beets, and kohlrabi.
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March 18, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaThe artichoke is a perfect spring food—they are in season and perfectly suited to our purposes of liver and gall bladder support. Artichoke leaf (botanically speaking, we eat the bract, which subtends the gorgeous, spiky, periwinkle flowers) is a classic herbal medicine for the hepatobiliary system; compounds found throughout the plant help repair and prevent damage to the liver, while the bitter flavor gets the gall bladder moving.
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January 13, 2017
Author: Lily MazzarellaI eat meat for breakfast. After years of experimentation (and holding on to my beloved toast and oatmeal for dear life), I have determined that animal protein is what fuels me best in the beginning of the day.
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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 29, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaThese can be added to bowls and salads, topped with sauces and herbs, and eaten with your green soup at lunchtime if you need some protein bites. Increase or reduce recipe size depending how many people you are cooking for, and whether you want leftovers!
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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 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 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 18, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis no-brainer sauce makes your cleanse meals instantly exciting!
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June 17, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaI love fish and fish tacos in the Summer. Like many Californians it conjures memories of vacations down to Baja, tangled ocean hair and the best tans of my life.
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June 15, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaPut some sauce on it!
You’ll have to forgive the word mash-up. This super-savory, fiber and protein-rich riff on traditional tahini sauce is worth it. The sesame seeds in the tahini are a great source of calcium, and the hemp seeds provide a substantial amount of anti-inflammatory omega-3 essential fatty acids.
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June 10, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaIt’s mid-cleanse, and we thought perhaps you’d like some pasta.
Using this season’s bounty—your garden’s unrelenting zucchini, as well as basil, and parsley—we’ve constructed the perfect summer meal. Trust me: you won’t miss the starchy noodles.
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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 02, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaOkay, so I haven’t had real Ranch dressing in about 20 years. BUT. I will say that this is the closest thing to my memory of it, which is very, very good. And besides, what is “real Ranch dressing” anyway?
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April 13, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis isn’t as strange as it sounds. Recipes like this have been making the Paleo and GAPS diet rounds for years. While not as sweet (or technicolor) as the jello you grew up with, it boasts far more health benefits.
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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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March 17, 2016
Author: Lily Mazzarella
MACA + CHOCOLATE. OHHHH YEEEAAAAAA
Switch up your smoothie routine with this energizing and supremely delicious maca + chocolate delight.
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March 17, 2016
Author: Lily Mazzarella
3 Broth Truths:1)Broths are at once cleansing and nourishing.2) Nutrients in this broth are solubilized, easily absorbed from the intestines and ready to be lapped up by your cells.3) Regular broth consumption is life-changing.
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February 11, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaThese simple & scrumptious truffles boost libido by providing deep rooted energy, nourishment and delightful taste.
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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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January 13, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaThis savory salmon is a decadent source of all the right fats. Seasoned with Garam Masala and curry it makes for a warming winter-time meal. Fill the rest of your plate with silky cauliflower and sweet green beans and you are in for a nurturing treat!
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January 09, 2016
Author: Lily MazzarellaWith or without bones, this broth is full of soluble nutrients, easily absorbed by the gut and ready to be lapped up by your cells. Benefits from regular consumption include: improved hydration and electrolyte balance; decreased hunger and cravings; increased energy; GI tract healing; stronger nails and hair (good for the bones, too!); enhanced immunity; enhanced elimination and detox; accelerated healing from surgery; and less fragile and better hydrated skin.
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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 22, 2015
Author: Lily MazarellaBecause at Farmacopia cleansing means feeling nourished and full of energy throughout the day! Here’s a cozy treat to warm your heart and fill your belly!
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October 21, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaMaitake. This feathery mushroom is not only a delicious culinary mushroom it is composed of outrageously medicinal properties. For a quick run down of maitake’s health benefits see “Get to know a Mushroom – The Mighty Maitake.” For now, let’s get down to eating!
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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 13, 2015
Author: Lily MazzarellaShiitake. An amazing mushroom that’s much more that it’s umami flavor. This unassuming mushroom is a pharmacological powerhouse, exerting many of its beneficial effects in the immune system. From cancer-fighting chemicals, to natural killer cell activation and tumor reduction, this shroom has got it going on.
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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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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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