Pumpkins and mustaches are both important symbols of fall. Pumpkins are of course essential for Thanksgiving and Halloween, while mustaches are iconic for men’s health issues that get recognized every fall. Growing a mustache for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in September through to Movember is a lighthearted annual tradition that increases awareness of serious issues affecting men, like prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and suicide, while raising money for prostate cancer research. In an interesting twist, pumpkins could themselves become recognized…
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Flax Pizza Crust (GF, Keto, Paleo)
February 3, 2019
This flax pizza crust is dense and slightly nutty-tasting with no rising time and no mess—perfect for a busy weeknight. It’s gluten-free, low carb, high fiber, keto, and paleo. If you like the yeasty bread smell and lightness of a traditional bread dough crust and would prefer to take the time, feel free to follow step one. If not, skip to step two! Flax Pizza Crust (GF, Keto, Paleo) Category: Recipes This crust can be kept in the refrigerator for…
Pumpkin Seed & Pea Pasta: Two Ways
January 25, 2019
Anyone else craving hearty, warming, satiating foods this January? *Raises hand emphatically!* That’s why I ended up creating this recipe. I wanted to make a pasta sauce rich in chlorophyll and healthy fats, and what I ended up finding was a really light, crisp pasta. I know that isn’t typical of winter but trust me. Your spring cravings will be satisfied, and your skin will be hydrated and nourished by all of the healthy, unsaturated fats and zinc. I added…
Quinoa with Corn & Peppers
January 5, 2019
Quinoa with Corn & Peppers Category: Recipes Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 1 1/2 cups frozen white corn 1 1/2 cups water 1 vegetable bouillon cube 1 tbsp. coconut oil 1 large onion, diced 1 red pepper, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1 yellow pepper, diced 1 orange pepper, diced 1/4 cup Flora Olive Oil Instructions Rinse quinoa and place in small pot with corn, water, and bouillon cube. Bring to boil and reduce to lowest setting, covering the pot and…
Minestrone Rainbow Soup with Flax Bread
January 4, 2019
Like a mix-and-match minestrone, this soup covers the liver’s nutritional needs for cleansing. The ingredients can take a bit of effort to gather, chop and cook, or it can be simple. But, like many things in life, the more you put into the soup, the more you’ll get back. The only limit is the size of your pot. Aim to use at least five different colors of vegetables, to get the widest array of phytonutrients. Options: Using cooked chicken makes…
Pumpkin Hummus from Vibrant & Pure
January 3, 2019
Pumpkin Hummus Category: Recipes Ingredients 2 tablespoons tahini 1 15 oz. can chickpeas 2/3 cup pureed pumpkin 2 tbsp Flora Pumpkin Seed Oil 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds 1 lemon, juiced (2 tbsp) 2-4 garlic cloves, to taste 1/4 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon sea salt top with cayenne and/or paprika Instructions Blend all ingredients in a food processor or high speed blender. Serve with colorful radishes, cucumbers, and crackers. 6.4.5 https://www.florahealth.com/us/blog/pumpkin-hummus/ Adeline Waugh enjoys challenging the status quo by developing beautifully vibrant…
Celebrate Health This Holiday Season
December 18, 2018From culinary and omega oils to probiotics, teas, and detoxes, we’re helping you give the gift of health to those who mean the most to you this holiday season. And maybe a little self-care for you while you’re at it. We all have that loved one who’s impossible to shop for. When it comes to their gift, it’s worth considering a gift from the health & wellness sphere. The average American spends over $100,000 on health and fitness in their…
All Things Pumpkin
November 8, 2018Pumpkin has long had a health halo around it and gets tons of attention in the fall with both Halloween and Thanksgiving—and certain spiced drinks which shall remain nameless—but its use and benefits extend far beyond just the autumnal months. Flora makes two different pumpkin oils: pumpkin oil and pumpkin seed oil. Different terms for the same thing. Both are delicious and Certified Organic. The Hydro-Therm™ Pumpkin Oil (US) is a delicious, savory culinary oil. The hydro-therm method is a…
Butternut Squash Soup Featuring Flora’s Extra Virgin Olive Oil
November 24, 2017A friend of mine made some cozy butternut squash soup for our dinner party the other night. It was so delicious, I knew I had to give it a go. Plus, I’ll take any excuse to whip out my Vitamix. This recipe is 100 percent foolproof! Cozy Butternut Squash Soup Category: Health, Lifestyle, Recipes Ingredients 1 butternut squash, cubed 1 tbsp Flora Extra Virgin Olive Oil Dash of salt and pepper 1/2 c red onion, chopped and lightly sauteed in…
Artichoke “Hummus” Recipe
January 28, 2017
Replacing traditional hummus made with chickpeas and tahini with a rich dip made with artichokes turns up the detoxifying, slimming, and liver-supportive properties and turns down the starches and harmful lectins. Great for cleansing in any season! Artichoke “Hummus” Ingredients 2 cups chopped artichoke hearts 14 oz. cooked white beans ¼ cup Flora Pumpkin Seed Oil (US/CA) 2 cloves garlic, minced/pressed juice and zest from 2 lemons salt and cayenne or pepper to taste Instructions Place the white beans, artichoke…