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Nourishing Herbal Infusion

Feb 29, 2024

This herbal infusion contains essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, B, C and E, potassium, calcium, zinc and iron.

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Soothing Support Herbal Tea Recipe
Soothing Support Tea

Feb 29, 2024

This tea includes a class of herbs referred to in herbalism as nervines, which work to support and nourish the nervous system and relieve anxiety.

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Ruta Kahate
Ruta’s Fresh Indian Fare Opens in Walker’s Point Neighborhood

Feb 01, 2024 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Chef Ruta Kahate has opened a new restaurant in Milwaukee, Ruta's Fresh Indian Fare, featuring fresh, healthy Indian cuisine. Passionate about health and nutrition, her cooking is both food and medicine.

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Plant-based milk
Plant-Based Milk Alternatives: Benefits for People and the Planet

Jan 31, 2024 ● By Carrie Jackson

While plant-based milks have historically played second fiddle to other dairy alternatives, but not anymore. Touting sustainability benefits, a creamy texture and pleasing flavors, soy, oat, almond, cashew and even macadamia nut milks are having their moment.

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Plant-based dairy-free no-bake cheesecake
No-Bake Pumpkin Dairy-Free Cheesecake

Jan 31, 2024

No-bake and dairy-free, now you can have your cheesecake and eat it too.

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Plant-based dairy-free Caramel Blondies
Chef AJ’s Caramel Blondies

Jan 31, 2024

This non-dairy treat incorporates sweet potato, oats, dates, shredded coconut and banana for a healthy twist.

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Chef AJ’s Popeye’s Perfection

Jan 31, 2024

This non-dairy smoothie contains spinach to power your day.

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Vegan Smoothie with Alive N Vibrant Superfoods

Jan 01, 2024 ● By Pat Molter

This healthy and delicious recipe is provided by Pat Molter, founder of Alive n Vibrant Superfoods, is a holistic wellness expert in the Milwaukee area. See article for special discount.

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Kiwi Chia Pudding
Kiwi Chia Pudding

Dec 29, 2023

Made with chia seeds, kiwi, pistachios, flax milk, vanilla and maple syrup.

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Salmon and roasted veggie salad
Salmon and Roasted Veggie Salad

Dec 29, 2023

Baked Salmon with carrot, cauliflower, broccoli and mushrooms.

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Roasted Beet and Pistachio Salad
Roasted Beet and Pistachio Salad

Dec 29, 2023

Beets with the pistachios, spinach leaves, vinegar and olive oil.

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Soup for thyroid friendly eating
Thyroid-Friendly Eating: How to Treat Hypothyroidism With Food

Dec 29, 2023 ● By Veronica Hinke

According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly five in 100 Americans suffer from hypothyroidism, which occurs when the body does not produce adequate amounts of thyroid hormones. Thyroid health can be achieved by eating clean, unprocessed foods and maintaining appropriate levels of iodine.

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How to Mindfully Indulge and Be Healthy During the Holidays 

Dec 01, 2023 ● By Samantha Link

Samanatha Drum of VIBE Fitness shares tips on how to to mindfully indulge and stay healthy this holiday season by focusing on mindfulness across eating, activities, sleep and hydration.

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Intermittent Fasting 
and Mental Health: Pros, Cons & Guidelines

Dec 01, 2023 ● By Jack Cincotta

Health Practitioner Jack Cincotta shares that intermittent fasting is a very popular trend, however, one has to understand the pros and cons of fasting in order to implement it safely.

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Stir-Fried Okra

Nov 28, 2023 ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and delicious spread that everyone will enjoy.

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Anti-Inflammatory Chicken
Anti-Inflammatory Chicken

Nov 28, 2023 ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and deli- cious spread that everyone will enjoy.

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Date Cookies
Date Cookies

Nov 28, 2023

With a little creativity and careful planning, the holiday table can offer a diverse and deli- cious spread that everyone will enjoy.

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Holiday Parties for Every Diet
Holiday Parties for Every Diet: How to Plan an Inclusive and Safe Feast

Nov 28, 2023 ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

From allergies to religious restrictions and ethical choices, understanding and accommodating guests’ diverse dietary needs is the foundation of a successful gathering.

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ORGANIC SPARKLING LEMONADE
Organic Sparkling Lemonade

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Recipe courtesy of Bart Potenza and Joy Pierson

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Fall Farro Bake
Fall Farro Bake

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Recipe and photo courtesy of Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN, LD.

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Vegetable Pot Pie
Vegetable Pot Pie

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Creamy Leek Polenta
Creamy Leek Polenta

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Herbed Lentil Patties with Mushroom Sauce
Herbed Lentil Patties with Mushroom Sauce

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Recipe and photo courtesy of Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Mini Curried Lentil Wellingtons
Mini Curried Lentil Wellingtons

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Rosemary Spicy Roasted Nuts
Rosemary Spicy Roasted Nuts

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Kristi Erdal

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Roasted Whole Cauliflower With Cashew Cream
Roasted Whole Cauliflower With Cashew Cream

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Bart Potenza and Joy Pierson

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Golden Beet Vegan Meatballs with Almond Sage Cranberry Cream
Golden Beet Vegan Meatballs with Almond Sage Cranberry Cream

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN

Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes.

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Plant-Forward Holidays
Plant-Forward Holidays: Festive Foods Everyone Will Crave

Oct 31, 2023 ● By Veronica Hinke

A plant-forward menu can be one of the best gifts that a host can give this holiday season. It is also more likely than ever that guests will welcome a celebration menu filled with vegetables and fruits.

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A stck of pumpkin pancakes.
Spice Up October with Pumpkin Pancakes

Oct 03, 2023 ● By Tiffany Hinton

Here is a family favorite recipe for pumpkin pancakes.

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Doctor in the Kitchen: Roasted Sweet Potato and Lentil Salad

Oct 01, 2023 ● By Dr. Sarah Axtell

This hearty and healthy salad is made with roasted sweet potatoes, lentils, arugula, feta and candied pecans. It’s the ultimate Fall salad!

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Easy Three-Bean Chili
Delicious, Easy Three-Bean Chilli

Sep 29, 2023 ● By Lisa Books-Williams

A hardy and healthy recipe with a vegan sour cream.

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Lasagna With Tofu Ricotta and Veggie Bolognese
Lasagna With Tofu Ricotta and Veggie Bolognese

Sep 29, 2023 ● By Lisa Books-Williams

A delicious vegetarian lasagna with veggie Bolognese and dairy free ricotta.

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BEETROOT AND ORANGE MISO SOUP
Beetroot and Orange Miso Soup

Sep 29, 2023 ● By Karla Walter

Warm up with this beautiful and nutrient dense miso soup.

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WINTER SQUASH RISOTTO
Winter Squash Risotto

Sep 29, 2023 ● By Christina Pirello

Put those garden leftovers to good use with this winter squash risotto and delicious broth.

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The Modern Macrobiotic Diet
The Modern Macrobiotic Diet: More Than Tofu and Seaweed

Sep 29, 2023 ● By Veronica Hinke

So much has evolved in the 100 years since Japanese educator George Ohsawa created the macrobiotic diet. The modern macrobiotic diet is about much more than tofu, seaweed and miso.

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Whole Apple Jam

Sep 01, 2023 ● By Tiffany Hinton

Tiffany Hinton of Cultivating Guts provides this gluten-free, seasonal Apple Jam recipe. Apples provide nutrients which help with liver function and water to help the body hydrate!

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A jar of jam with apples beside it.
Whole Apple Jam

Aug 31, 2023 ● By Tiffany Hinton

Apples provide nutrients which help with liver function and water to help the body hydrate.

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ANN WIGMORE’S ENERGY SOUP
Ann Wigmore’s Energy Soup

Aug 31, 2023

This soup has several properties that facilitate mindful eating and is served at room temperature.

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GREEK ORZO AND CHICKPEA SALAD
Greek Orzo and Chickpea Salad

Aug 31, 2023

This recipe by Vincci Tsui, a dietician and intuitive eating counselor, in Calgary, Canada, can inspire mindfulness because it requires chopping, dicing and cubing ingredients, which can be methodical and meditative activities.

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HEARTY QUINOA SALAD
Hearty Quinoa Salad

Aug 31, 2023

A hearty and mindful dish packed with fresh chopped vegetables.

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HOW TO ADD MINDFULNESS TO MEALTIME
Savoring the Present Moment: How to Add Mindfulness to Mealtime

Aug 31, 2023 ● By Veronica Hinke

Mindful eating—the practice of slowing down, appreciating the present moment and becoming consciously aware of the ingredients, flavors, aromas and textures that we consume—can be a worthwhile meditative endeavor.

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Sustainable Families—
Sustainable Future

Aug 01, 2023 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Pattie Beres, of Be Green Pro landscape services, shares strategies for green living for our community to help kids live greener too, including composting and participating in local events.

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Mushrooms for Health Nourishment and Fun

Aug 01, 2023 ● By Linda Conroy

Linda Conroy, organizer of the Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference, Mycelium Mysteries Women’s Mushroom Conference and founder of Moonwise Herbs, shares Shitake Mushrrom fan favorite recipe!

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Refreshing Watermelon Fruit Juice

Aug 01, 2023 ● By Tiffany Hinton

The human body is approximately 90 percent water, and with summer heat, hydration is vital for our health: Watermelon is packed full of nutrients & the hydration we need for the summer heat.

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Slices of watermelon next to a watermelon drink.
Refreshing Watermelon Fruit Juice

Jul 31, 2023 ● By Tiffany Hinton

Watermelon, a large fruit related to other melons, as well as the cucumber, is comprised of almost 91 percent water and gives our bodies a boost in hydration.

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Childhood Food Allergies
Childhood Food Allergies, Intolerances and Sensitivities: Back-to-School Tips for All Ages

Jul 31, 2023 ● By Veronica Hinke

It’s back-to-school season, and for students with food issues, meal planning is as important as lining up classroom supplies and extra-curricular schedules.

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VIETNAMESE SPRING ROLLS
Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Jul 31, 2023 ● By Caroline Somers

To accommodate a family with differing dietary needs due to food allergies, sensitivities or intolerances, this dish is served family-style, allowing diners to assemble their own spring rolls, choosing from the ingredients that fit their food restrictions.

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TURKEY BURGER BENTO BOX
Turkey Burger Bento Box

Jul 31, 2023 ● By Theresa Diulus

A fun lunch meal packed with protein, fruits and veggies.

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Asian Glazed Chicken With Broccoli
Asian Glazed Chicken With Broccoli

Jul 31, 2023 ● By Gale Gand

This recipe uses gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for the glaze and rice flour instead of gluten-containing white flour to lightly coat the chicken, helping to keep the meat juicy and tender.

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Strawberry Trifle
Enjoy Peak Berry Season With A Gluten-Free Strawberry Trifle

Jun 30, 2023 ● By Tiffany Hinton

This easy-to-make summer dessert recipe features this sweet seasonal fruit that offers many health benefits, including antioxidants and vitamin C.

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