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Blog April 16, 2015

Easy Immersion Blender Hollandaise

When thinking of what I’d name this post, the first thing that popped into my head was “HOLLER FOR HOLLANDAISE.” Easy immersion blender hollandaise is probably more appropriate. I’m kind of in love with my new immersion blender. You can make homemade mayo in 20 seconds, and you don’t have to strain your arm slowly pouring olive oil into a blender, hoping that the mayo will thicken (and it rarely does for me). The immersion blender ensures perfect mayo every time. You can also really easily make hollandaise with it. Immersion Blender Hollandaise You will not find an easier and more fool-proof method for making homemade hollandaise than this easy Immersion Blender Hollandaise! This recipe is THE BEST! 2 eggs yolks1/2 cup butter (1 stick)saltjuice of half a lemon Separate the egg whites from egg yolks and add to a large, tall cup. If you order this immersion blender, they’ll…

Beef April 15, 2015

Paleo Beef Stroganoff

I love me some Russian food. It’s so filling, hearty and healthy. Most recipes of beef stroganoff (or stroganov) call for flour. I’m not down with flour. It’s not nutrient dense but it is inflammatory, so I avoided it altogether to make this version of paleo beef stroganoff. I also didn’t have any wine, but found that soaking the meat in apple cider vinegar beforehand provided that wine flavor. I actually bought a cheap cut of grass-fed beef (skirt steak) which I always find tough. I read that marinated it in apple cider vinegar softens the meat, and it definitely did. I just cut the meat into strips, then covered in ACV and some olive oil. Paleo Beef Stroganoff I love me some Russian food. This easy Paleo Beef Stroganoff is so filling, hearty and healthy. Most recipes of beef stroganoff (or stroganov) call for flour. I’m not down with…

Blog April 6, 2015

Home Remedies for Bacterial Vaginosis – heal it naturally

Looking for home remedies and cures for Bacterial Vaginosis? In this blog post you will learn about the causes of BV and learn you how to heal your BV naturally. Also included: Tips on how to prevent future BV with diet and supplements. Today I’m going to talk openly about my vagina. It’s a normal part of the human anatomy, like the hand or an ear. I’m not sure why people are so afraid of it. Some people won’t even say the word vagina. The last article I read on the topic referred to as “my you know what.” Seriously? Why are people so afraid of vaginas? Why are people so uncomfortable that they can’t even say the word? Well, I’m not. And I’m going to tell you all about how to make your vagina healthy and bring the flora back into balance! What is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis,…

Blog April 1, 2015

How I Healed Cervical Dysplasia Naturally

Find out how I healed my cervical dysplasia naturally after having been diagnosed with CIN 2 cells on my cervix – without LEEP procedure! Edited to add: I am happy to chat and discuss and offer sisterly support, but please do not email or comment asking for medical advice including supplements for you, what I did exactly, how I did it, what you should use, what you should do, etc. I am not a doctor. I am unable and unequipped to offer medical advice. The best advice I have is to see a qualified naturopathic or naturally minded doctor you trust. First off, what is cervical dysplasia? Let’s start with the cervix: The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that leads into the vagina. It’s the cervix that dilates during childbirth to allow the fetus to pass through. Cervical dysplasia is a condition in which healthy cells on…

Blog March 26, 2015

Gut Healing + Immune Boosting Chicken Soup

I love me some chicken soup, just not the kind you find pre-made in the grocery store. That isn’t real chicken broth and it has literally no medicinal value. It’s not going to help you get over a cold or boost your immune system. In fact, those chicken soups are usually full of sketchy ingredients like MSG, which does no favors to your immune system. This chicken soup is actually homemade. The broth is full of gut-healing collagen along with a ton of vitamins and minerals – the exact nutrients to boost the immune system. Making your own chicken broth is actually really easy, especially if you have a family. Simply buy a whole chicken (preferably organic) and roast it in the oven on 400 for about an hour to an hour and a half. Make sure to put butter under the skin and salt and pepper and maybe drizzle…

Blog March 24, 2015

Paleo Tomato & Herb Quiche

I kind of hate making breakfast. For the most part, I’m not hungry when I wake up (around 7 or 8) and work until I actually feel the need to eat (around 10 or 11). By that time, I don’t want to actually make breakfast, I kind of just want it to appear in front of me. Which is why I like making quiches or egg casseroles. Making a quiche at the beginning of the week allows me to just pop a piece in the oven on the toast setting for three minutes and be good to go. It makes my life easier and I like that. Plus, Paleo Tomato and Herb Quiche This paleo tomato and herb quiche is loaded with nutrients from the herbs, greens, eggs and tomatoes. 1 batch of paleo pie crust (see notes)1/2 cup milk of choice6 eggs2 tomatoes (sliced)1/2 cup basil1/4 cup dill1/4 cup…

Blog March 18, 2015

Paleo Greek Green Beans

There’s a Greek restaurant that Scott and I regularly go to. I would go all the time if he agreed to it. It’s so good. They have authentic Greek food and olive oil on the table that’s damn near green. There hasn’t been one thing on the menu I disliked and they serve Greek green beans with almost every entree. They aren’t like any green beans I’ve ever had before and they’re so, so good. Stewed, soft, dill-y and delicious. Paleo Greek Green Beans These Paleo Green Beans aren’t like any green beans I’ve ever had before and they’re so, so good. Stewed, soft, dill-y and delicious. 1 lb green beans1 can diced tomatoes1 tbsp butter1 onion (diced)1 garlic clove (minced)1 tbsp dill1 tsp oregano Melt the butter over medium heat in a big pot. Toss in the onion and cook until soft. Add the garlic and stir.Add the…

Blog March 16, 2015

Ten Minute Greek Salad

Originally, Scott and I wanted to go to Greece for our honeymoon. But after weighing the pros and cons (read: the million hour flight to get there and both of us needing to get back to work) we decided to stay a bit more local to the US. Don’t get me wrong, our honeymoon was ridiculously amazing, but I’m hoping we can still get to Greece someday. The food, the people, the architecture, the beautiful beaches and especially all that delicious food, really draws me to Greece. I especially love that they have such amazing food that is still healthy. Fresh seafood and veggies, delicious local cheeses, amazing wines and everything is cooked in Greek olive oil. I can’t wait to get there someday. In the meantime, I’ll have to settle for making Greek recipes. I came across some real Greek feta, from Greece, with Greek writing on it and…

Blog March 10, 2015

DIY Moisturizing Body Wash

For the past several months, DC has basically been Antarctica. It seems like winter has been so long, so cold, so grey and so unending. At first I love winter, the holidays, the snow. But by February, I’m over it. I just want summer to be here. Especially because winter doesn’t do my skin any favors. It’s been so dry that it itches. Like, really itches. Keeps me up when I’m trying to fall asleep because it’s so freaking itchy. And it doesn’t help that I take a million really hot showers every winter just to warm myself up. In fact, that makes the whole situation way worse. Which is how I got the genius idea of making my soap super moisturizing. This is pretty much the easiest thing ever and I’m not sure how I didn’t think of it sooner. You probably have these items laying around your house,…

Blog March 3, 2015

Detox Salad

To be truthful, before I made this salad I thought there was a good chance it would taste like sh*t. Detox salad? It even sounds like it tastes bad. Detoxes aren’t fun, they don’t taste good, and more often than not they’re boring as f*ck. And let’s review the major ingredients: broccoli cabbage cauliflower It’s basically a small child’s nightmare. But, I was determined to make it taste good. Don’t get me wrong, I love cauliflower, broccoli, and cabbage. But I usually cook them individually, with a lot of butter. If you’re wondering why I would even attempt to make a raw broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower salad taste good, or make a detox salad in the first place, it’s because I’m trying to eat more cruciferous veggies. They’re packed with nutrients and you guessed it – they help you detox. And promotes, you know, regularity. As a health coach, I…