Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Simple, Easy, Healthy - Back to School Snack!

Here's a healthy chickpea recipe that you can follow on Sunday nights. 

Ingredients: 
1 can of chickpeas - drained and rinsed thoroughly 
3 tablespoons of vegetable oil 
2 dashes of table salt
1 tsp of black pepper
+ your own spices. I add cayenne pepper and cajun spices (I like spicy!)

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Detox Yoga

Remember avoid these exercises if you have back, neck or shoulder pain. Ask a doctor before making any changes to your regular fitness routine.


King of the fish pose - Ardha Matsyendrasana 
  • Targets your liver and kidneys
  • Stretches the shoulders, hips and neck
  • Stimulates the digestive fire in your belly
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Monday, August 22, 2011

Simple, Fresh, Delicious - Detox Lunch/Dinner

One of my favourite (and vegetarian!) detox meals. Let me know what you think!

Makes 2 servings

Ingredients:
  • 2 tbsp of oil (sunflower, olive or canola)
  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 an onion (cut into strips)
  • 2 ears of corn 
  • 3 cups green beans
  • 2 tbsp of plain goat's cheese
  • 1/2 a tomato or 1/4 cup of diced cherry tomatoes
  • Fresh dill to taste
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