Four Weeks in Foix

The skies were just clearing from the afternoon downpour as I left the train station. Crossing the Ariege into the medieval town of Foix, the cobblestone streets glistened in the glow of the late afternoon sun. With my luggage in tow, I made my way along rue du Rival until reaching Place Dutilh as instructed.…

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Celeriac a boulangère

Embracing the seasons can get challenging as winter approaches.  To lend a hand, and keep you inspired I”ll be dedicating the weeks ahead to a few unsung cold weather veggie heroes. Today’s recipe features celeriac,  a root vegetable I came to appreciate during my years in Germany.  Now available in the U.S. you will find…

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Influencing Immunity

An essay from Lauren’s forthcoming book, Restoring Your Immunity The good news and bad news about immunity is that it can be influenced; influenced to be stronger and more responsive or influenced to be sluggish and downright lazy. If you’re like me, you’ll appreciate the fact that there are steps within your reach that you…

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Grain-Free Granola

There is just one problem with this granola, and that is keeping it on hand because it’s just so delicious! The good news –  making a double batch is no extra effort. Enjoy this list of ingredients as is or feel free to mix and match with what you have on hand.  I must say,…

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What is Immunity?

An essay from Lauren’s forthcoming book, Restoring Your Immunity   Our immune system and its strength have everything to do with our body’s ability to heal itself whether that be a cold or cancer. If we want to stay healthy naturally then the only path is to optimize the function of our immune system. But…

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A Simple Squash Stew

Just in time for Halloween is this take on Anna Jones’ six-ingredient squash stew. There happen to be just a few more than six ingredients but they are all items you’re likely to have on hand. Ingredients Olive oil, for frying 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped 1 fennel bulb, finely chopped (or a small…

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What it Takes

An essay from Lauren’s forthcoming book, Restoring Your Immunity   “Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can’t practice any other virtue constantly. ~ Maya Angelou There was a period of my life I lived out as a fearful, exhausted and overwhelmed woman. You can learn more about her…

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Loaded Miso

This soup is so nutrient dense yet simple it certainly belongs in your weekly lineup through the cold months ahead. I was introduced to miso soup by my German homeopath one long winter when, after a bout of bronchitis, I could not regain my strength. I clearly remember my search for miso in Germany brought…

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Developing Purpose

An essay from Lauren’s forthcoming book, Restoring Your Immunity   If we wish to live well in the world, not just amble along through life without any examination of our being, then we must engage in the effort to find meaning in our lives. —Eido Frances Carney What I have learned personally and in my…

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White Bean Chili

I have been obsessing over the creation of this recipe all week. To be honest, I’m not sure I’ve ever had white bean chili, but somehow the concept worked its way into my imagination. Could it have been the unusual streak of grey, watery skies in Austin, the cans of cannellini beans stacked in my…

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Restoring Immunity from the Inside Out

An essay from Lauren’s forthcoming book, Restoring Your Immunity   Wisdom isn’t something you can “do” or “make happen”—it’s there in all of us. By becoming more familiar with that space within ourselves and trusting our own instincts more fully, we can learn to apply this quality of discriminating wisdom in everyday life. —Andy Puddicombe…

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An Invitation

An essay from Lauren’s forthcoming book, Restoring Your Immunity   When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own our stories, we get to write a brave new ending. -Brene Brown Illness Trapped in a cycle of confusing symptoms destroys any trust we might have in our body’s ability to heal. It also…

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