Plant-based meal delivery services are a convenient way to have pre-portioned ingredients, recipes and cooking instructions delivered to your home for you to prepare and cook yourself. They are a fun way to try different meals several times a week, and are perfect for busy people or those that are just bored with their current eating routine. Other services offer…
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Top 6 Dietary Triggers for Acne
Acne is very common in Westernized countries, especially among adolescents and young adults. Acne can significantly affect quality of life. While there are many contributing factors to acne (sebum and keratin production, hormones, blocked pores and inflammation, acne causing bacteria), research shows that dietary triggers for acne can play a significant role in the development of this skin issue. The…
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Go Go Vanilla and Prune Chia Pudding
PrintGo Go Vanilla and Prune Chia PuddingPrep 5 minsTotal 5 minsAuthor The Functional Nutritionist, LLCYield 4 servings This chia pudding is known to make people “go” due to the BM inducing and cleansing action of chia seeds, flax seeds, and dried plums (prunes) otherwise known as “nature’s remedy”. Ingredients2 cups almond or coconut milk (not canned)½ cup chia seeds1/2 t…
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Cherry Almond Chia Pudding
This Cherry Almond Chia Pudding is my all time favorite! Cherry and almond are a perfect combo for this quick make-ahead meal or snack. Rich in fiber and plant-based omega-3. PrintCherry Almond Chia PuddingPrep 10 minsTotal 10 minsAuthor The Functional NutritionistYield 5 servings This Cherry Almond Chia Pudding is my all time favorite! Cherry and almond are a perfect combo…
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Loaded Chickpea Salad
PrintLoaded Chickpea SaladPrep 15 minsTotal 15 minsAuthor The Functional NutritionistYield 3 Servings This is similar to egg salad or tuna salad, but with chickpeas! Serve in a lightly steamed collard green, bib lettuce leaf, a wrap, or on top of a salad. This recipe is very flexible and forgiving! Add ingredients or spices that you may enjoy and create a…
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The Plant Predominant Diet – What Does the Science Say?
The Plant Predominant Diet is 90-95% plant-based with the addition of small quantities of fish or animal products such as dairy, eggs, and meat. The main players in a vegan or plant-based diet include nutrient dense vegetables, fruit, seeds, nuts, legumes, lentils, tubers, sea vegetables and whole grains. Ideally, this type of diet focuses on whole foods while excluding processed…
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