Drinks

Ginger & Lemon Elixir

Make this Ginger & Lemon Elixir for daily remedies This syrup is of particular importance at this time. Ginger and lemon are powerful antimicrobials and staples in every herbalist’s repertoire. Citrus peel and Ginger are ACE-2 receptor inhibitors. This means they down-regulate the very receptor that lets the current C-19 virus get into the cell […]

Two green smoothies

Chard Smoothie

Chard is an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and detox agent. Polyphenol antioxidants boost heart health and regulate blood sugar. This easy-to-grow vegetable is also a good source of vitamins A, C, E, and K, as well as calcium, iron, copper, manganese, magnesium, sodium, and alkalizing chlorophyll for bone and lung health. Nutrients in chard help to build blood, regenerate cells, and boost immunity. […]

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Cranberry Smoothie

1 cup cranberries, preferably frozen 1 avocado 2 cups Swiss chard 1 whole orange 1 tsp. stevia 1 cup water Blend everything together. Add water if too thick and sweetener if too tart for your taste.

Avocado Spinach Potassium Breakfast Pudding

We shared this recipe at the first Commit to Change retreat on Martha’s Vineyard in March. It makes a super thick smoothie you can eat with a spoon, so we call it pudding. This makes enough for two, and can easily replace a lunch! We provide the amount of potassium next to each item, as reminder to […]

Golden Milk

(Makes 1 cup) 1 (1-inch) piece turmeric, unpeeled, thinly sliced, or 1 tsp. dried turmeric 1/2 tsp. whole black peppercorns 2 Tbsp. virgin coconut oil 1 cup A2 milk or homemade almond milk 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, unpeeled, thinly sliced 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick or pinch of cinnamon Pinch of cardamon In a small pan, […]