Let them BEET cake, I’ve got something better. These gut friendly red beet cups have got me movin’ and groovin’ to the sound of….beets! You better believe these are good for you, gut lovin’ treats…with NO food coloring! Red Beet Chocolate Cups Recipe Ingredients 1 large ripe banana (1 cup sliced) 1 tsp. Salus Red Beet Crystals 1/4 cup hot water 2 tsp. Vital Proteins grass-fed gelatin Chocolate of choice for coating Instructions In a small blender, puree banana….
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May 2017
Manuka Honey Smoothie Bowl Recipe
May 24, 2017Kefir is a fermented milk product that tastes like a drinkable yogurt. It contains high levels of vitamin B12, calcium, magnesium, and more that make your breakfast super nutritious. With added manuka honey, this smoothie bowl turns into a great start to your day! Manuka Honey Smoothie Bowl Recipe Ingredients 17 oz. Kefir 1 frozen banana 1 capsule of Flora’s Adult’s Probiotic US/CA 1 tsp. Flora Manuka Honey 1 tsp. vanilla powder Toppings: pumpkin seeds, blueberries, granola, raspberries, almonds Instructions…
Feel The Power of Beets!
May 20, 2017
Beets have an undeniable hearty and healthy appearance. Their rich, deep-red color is unmatched as are their wide range of health benefits. Traditionally, they were considered blood builders. Eastern Europeans would customarily eat beets in their borscht and women used them to prevent pregnancy-induced anemia and birth defects due to the unique combination of iron, vitamin C, and folate. Since blood carries oxygen and nutrients, it affects every part of the human body; hence the benefits of beets are plentiful…
5 Home Remedies for UTIs
May 17, 2017
Is that uncomfortable pain, something many describe as razorblade-like pain, something you’re familiar with? If so, you’re not alone. More than half of us will deal with a Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) at some point in our lives, and 1 in 5 of us will have recurrent UTIs. Many of you know this feeling really well. If this is your first possible UTI, be sure to go to your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment. But if you’ve had more…
Keep Calm and Call Your Mom
May 14, 2017
Of all the Hallmark holidays, I think most would agree that Mother’s Day is one of the most deserving. Move over National Donut Day, I have more memories of mom making kick-ass pancakes with warm maple syrup, that both warm the tummy and heart. Think about it, when someone makes it on TV, who do they give a shout out to? “Hi mom!” When we are sick, the first person we want is mommy. And who’s the second most important…
Fuel Yourself For ‘The Mother of All Jobs’ With EFAs
May 12, 2017
Do you recall that #WorldsToughestJob video, where they interviewed for a fake job? Interviewees were stunned by demands for broad skills, unusual dedication, and an increased workload around the holidays…with no rest or pay! The fake interview was actually an award-winning American Greetings ad, and the job, of course, was motherhood! I say “of course”, because although the ad was exaggerated, even frustrating in its portrayal of motherhood, it’s hard to find another role with similar pressures and demands. The…
Beet Tzatziki Recipe With Salus Red Beet Crystals
May 8, 2017
This tzatziki recipe just can’t be BEET! Adding Salus Red Beet Crystals (US/CA) to this classic Mediterranean spread creates a sweet taste and beautiful pink color for any dish, including falafel pitas. Spread this tzatziki on your toast or add a bit more olive oil and use it as a dressing! It’s bursting with flavor and packed with nutrition. Beet Tzatziki Recipe Ingredients 2 tbsp. Greek yogurt 2 tsp. lemon juice 1/2 tsp. chopped fresh dill 1/2 tsp. Salus Red Beet…
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May 5, 2017Organic Gardening with Flora
May 3, 2017
Making good food choices starts at home. One great way to introduce fresh and healthful ingredients to your meals? Planting an organic garden. With a bit of planning and TLC, fresh, seasonal fruit and veggies can be just a pick away. In fact, we love the idea so much we planted our own employee community garden at our Flora office in Lynden, Washington three years ago. Since April 2014, the garden’s yielded everything from sweet strawberries and raspberries to snap…