Archive for June 2015
Lauren’s Kitchen: Zucchini Agrodolce
Its only late June but there are plenty of local choices for zucchini and summer squash, both of which are equally good in this light, flavorful salad. By August you will be happy to have a collection of recipes on hand for this plentiful crop. This salad from 101 Cookbooks can be given a starring…
Read MoreGemmotherapy Answers: Stop the Symptom Suppression
Last month I began a series of posts regarding the connection between menstrual symptoms, birth control and infertility. The last post I shared was about a young lady in her teens that sought me out for help with long, painful periods followed by days of discharge. I shared how these symptoms were actually signs of a deeper imbalance…
Read MoreLauren’s Kitchen: Oma’s Kirsch Pfannkuchen
Disclaimer: This is not a plant-based recipe but it’s earned a spot on my blog for these 3 reasons. It’s a incredibly healthy way to “cheat.” It’s amazingly delicious. It’s my mother-in-law’s recipe. My husband grew up in the Schwäbisch region of Germany where fruit based meals are not unusual. In a land where eating local…
Read MoreGemmotherapy Answers: The Brain and Lymphatic System Connection
There has been some very exciting news in the science world this past month regarding the brain and lymphatic system. This is huge for health practitioners such as myself who practice a holistic methodology based on supporting the body’s natural ability to clean and heal itself. The new discovery of a tangible, proven connection between the…
Read MoreLauren’s Kitchen: Uzbecki Carrots
You know, even humble carrots really CAN be the star of the show and this recipe is proof. Believe me, you will never think of carrots as ordinary again. I would serve these with your favorite kale salad to start and alongside a purple potato mash. Now that would be one colorful plate! Ingredients: 2…
Read MoreNotes From Europe: Polarity Analysis Homeopathy
This week I had a wonderful opportunity to meet with my dear friend and homeopathy mentor Dr. Heiner Frei. Many of you may know I first met Dr. Frei just over three years ago when he presented at a conference in Bad Kissingen, Germany. I love telling the story because, as we each have defining moments in…
Read MoreLauren’s Kitchen: Veggie Tacos
Honestly, dinner can’t get much easier than this recipe from Simply Recipies and once you have the basics down you can switch out the veggies based on what you have on hand. I chose this because I happen to love to feature the baby squash that are readily available now. I would start out this meal with a…
Read MoreNotes from Europe: Eating with Purpose
Having spent nearly a week in Romania sharing time in nature, over meals or in the car with my Gemmotherapy mentor Dr. Sorina Soescu, I came away with further clarity about the human body and healing. One of the primary topics of discussion was food. Both Dr. Soescu and I walk similar paths when it comes…
Read MoreLauren’s Kitchen: A favorite afternoon treat
Some afternoons I just need an extra boost of energy to make it through the last tasks before calling it a day. That boost, believe it or not, doesn’t have to come from Starbucks! Here’s one of my favorite treats that tastes amazing and doesn’t have a thing in it to feel guilty about. First,…
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