Great article!

https://www.onegreenplanet.org/lifestyle/the-yoga-and-diet-connection/

Watermelon Basil Cocktail

It's certainly warming up here in Charleston! I made a non alcoholic cocktail that is super refreshing and tasty!

Ingredients:

4 cups chopped seedless watermelon

1 cup of water

1 cup coconut water

5 large basil leaves

juice from half of a lemon and half of a lime

1 tablespoon agave nectar

Combine all ingredients in a blender and served in a chilled glass over ice. Garnish with a slice of lemon and piece of basil and enjoy!

Interesting. . .

Pink Slime
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2012/04/pink-slime-maker-afa-files-for-bankruptcy/

Edamame Summer Salad

Ingredients for salad:
2 cups edamame (shelled and cooked)
1/2 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
1/2 cup fresh corn off the cob
1/4 cup black sesame seeds

Ingredients for dressing:
3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 tbsp. juice from an orange
2 tbsp. minced ginger
1 minced garlic clove

Combine all ingredients for the salad in a large mixing bowl. Combine all ingredients for  the dressing in a small bowl and whisk until blended together. Combine as much dressing as desired. Chill for an hour and enjoy.

"Eating is always a decision, nobody forces your hand to pick up food and put it into your mouth"

Albert Ellis, Michael Abrams, Lidia Dengelegi

Coriander to the rescue!

Coriander has been used in homeopathy for things such as: easing pain and convulsions, fighting fungal infections and helping nausea. Researchers from the University of Beira Interior have found another highly effective use for it! The oil from the aromatic plant has been found to be very effective in killing E.Coli, Salmonella and MRSA. It may be very useful in preventing and treating food-borne illnesses in the future.

Vegan Chocolate Pudding

This pudding is raw and vegan but contains GOOD fats. It is great on it's own or as a dessert filling.

Ingredients:
3 ripe avocados
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup agave nectar
1 tbsp almond extract
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup of water
1 cup chocolate almond/rice milk

Blend all ingredients except water in a blender. Add water to reach desired consistency.

Greener With H2O2

Like apple cider vinegar, food grade hydrogen peroxide is a versatile home remedy. H2O2 has one atom of oxygen more then water and is a healthy and inexpensive way to help the body receive more oxygen.

Ailments:

-Acne

-Gingivitis

-Ear wax

-Athletes foot

-Cold and Flu

Household Use:

-Sanitizer

-Stain remover

-Treats mold

-Washes fruits and veggies

-Water plants