We hope you enjoy this raw, healthy (but still decadent) chocolate mousse recipe with avocado and raw cacao. INGREDIENTS • 2-3 very ripe avocados • ½ cup raw cacao • ¼ cup agave, maple syrup or a few drops of liquid stevia to taste • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • ¼ to ½ a cup water, add slowly to getconsistency of mousse • 2 des[...]
Brazil nuts are a wonderful source of selenium, a mineral known for its ability to improve the condition of your skin, hair and nails. The Otago University did a study that showed two Brazil nuts a day increased blood serum selenium levels better than supplements. But remember, only two a day, as high selenium levels are toxic. Brazil nuts also c[...]
This is the first in a series of articles that we will be running each week about the subject of skin foods. Lately it seems that more and more of our commonly eaten foods are managing to find their way onto the growing list of ‘super foods’ due to their powerfully protective health-giving properties. Even the good old cabbage has been bestowed[...]
Vitamin D is best known for its ability to protect our bones but this is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the benefits this important vitamin offers. Vitamin D is also very protective of our health with evidence showing an association between low vitamin D levels and increased risk of colorectal cancer and cardiovascular disease. In fact, i[...]
My good friend Liz delivered these fantastic little crackers she made using her Sedona dehydrator, you can use any brand of deydrator or a fan oven. They are delicious and so good for you. Liz added a ‘skin food’ twist by adding some Bestow Beauty Powder to the mix! We topped them with some homemade hummus for extra goodness. Raw Crack[...]