I just finished putting some yummy basil, garlic, flax bread in the dehydrator! Tomorrow a friend of mine (Lori), from high school is coming to visit so I wanted to make something yummy! I have not seen her in years. I can't wait to hear about how her life has been. We have a lot of catching up to do.
I hope the bread turns out. It usually does. I'm going to make an almond mayonnaise and roll it all up with lettuce, tomatoes and avocado. I wish I had some OceanGrown Sunflower Sprouts! I will start a tray tomorrow, and let you know how it's done. I'll also let you know how Lori liked her sandwitch!
Last time I made them they were magical. Everyone who had one said if they could have this instead of bread the giving up bread would be easy.
I'll post the recipe tomorrow. I want to make sure it turns out before I give it to you.
Namaste, Susan
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
What's Hot?
In the raw food world GREEN SMOOTHIES are, well I can't really say hot. They're cool! Let's just say many are talking about and drinking them. From what I have read and heard people are feeling great and happy!
Chocolate is also a very popular item, RAW chocolate that is. I have not heard as many people talk about how great they feel after eating this. I myself have felt pretty less than great and happy. Well I was happy while I was putting it in my mouth and tasting its yummy flavor, but within an hour or so of having it my heart feels like it's going to jump out of my chest, and I can't sleep, and I feel yucky. So now I do not eat it accept to taste a very little bit once in a great while.
Of the two I vote for the green smoothies! I have been blending greens for 9 years now. For the first 6 months on raw foods that is all I ate. My smoothies were a lot different than most of the recipes I see out there now. Mine had no sweet fruits in them. At the time, very long ago I could not tolerate the sugars in these yummy fruits. It was because of candida and leaky gut. Still to this day I feel better if I only eat a little bit of fruit. My smoothies consisted of mostly greens and non sweet fruits. It's really a green soup. I'll give you a basic recipe at the end of the post.
It is not always easy to come up with different flavors and always have them taste good, but I do not make them for the taste. I make them because they are healing! I can mostly drink any combination of greens that I put together. Although sometimes I just need something sweet and I go ahead and make myself a durian coconut smoothie! My favorite! I feel good after I drink one of these, but if I did it everyday after a while some of those yucky candida symptoms creep back. I try not do that too much accept this last 5 months I have felt some stress due to the move and have been wanting to feed my emotional body, and have felt the consequences. Time to get on the green thing again and feel better.
I will be sharing with you next time some strategies for staying on an all sweet free diet if your are dealing with candida or any illness that creates a yeast or fungus like condition. For now I'll give you one tip to help you stop craving sweets and other less than excellent foods.
EAT MORE GREENS!
Basic Green Soup! First I put in a half of lemon, half cucumber, celery, small tomato, and maybe a little green apple, and blend them some. Then I put some leafy greens in like kale, collards, bok choy, cilantro, parsley, basil, or maybe even some dandelion. I flavor it with cletic sea salt, garlic, ginger, or cayenne pepper. At this point you can drink it or if your wanting or needing some fats you can add a hand full soaked seed or nuts. This makes it rich and creamy. Use different green each time and get creative with flavoring. Good Luck! If it does not turn out, think of it a medicine and down it! You will get use to it.
I do have some yummy recipes that I will be sharing with you. For now get creative! Explore!
Decide to feel Great!
Chocolate is also a very popular item, RAW chocolate that is. I have not heard as many people talk about how great they feel after eating this. I myself have felt pretty less than great and happy. Well I was happy while I was putting it in my mouth and tasting its yummy flavor, but within an hour or so of having it my heart feels like it's going to jump out of my chest, and I can't sleep, and I feel yucky. So now I do not eat it accept to taste a very little bit once in a great while.
Of the two I vote for the green smoothies! I have been blending greens for 9 years now. For the first 6 months on raw foods that is all I ate. My smoothies were a lot different than most of the recipes I see out there now. Mine had no sweet fruits in them. At the time, very long ago I could not tolerate the sugars in these yummy fruits. It was because of candida and leaky gut. Still to this day I feel better if I only eat a little bit of fruit. My smoothies consisted of mostly greens and non sweet fruits. It's really a green soup. I'll give you a basic recipe at the end of the post.
It is not always easy to come up with different flavors and always have them taste good, but I do not make them for the taste. I make them because they are healing! I can mostly drink any combination of greens that I put together. Although sometimes I just need something sweet and I go ahead and make myself a durian coconut smoothie! My favorite! I feel good after I drink one of these, but if I did it everyday after a while some of those yucky candida symptoms creep back. I try not do that too much accept this last 5 months I have felt some stress due to the move and have been wanting to feed my emotional body, and have felt the consequences. Time to get on the green thing again and feel better.
I will be sharing with you next time some strategies for staying on an all sweet free diet if your are dealing with candida or any illness that creates a yeast or fungus like condition. For now I'll give you one tip to help you stop craving sweets and other less than excellent foods.
EAT MORE GREENS!
Basic Green Soup! First I put in a half of lemon, half cucumber, celery, small tomato, and maybe a little green apple, and blend them some. Then I put some leafy greens in like kale, collards, bok choy, cilantro, parsley, basil, or maybe even some dandelion. I flavor it with cletic sea salt, garlic, ginger, or cayenne pepper. At this point you can drink it or if your wanting or needing some fats you can add a hand full soaked seed or nuts. This makes it rich and creamy. Use different green each time and get creative with flavoring. Good Luck! If it does not turn out, think of it a medicine and down it! You will get use to it.
I do have some yummy recipes that I will be sharing with you. For now get creative! Explore!
Decide to feel Great!
Thursday, July 30, 2009
The Heat Is On
Today is my birthday and it was 95 degrees! I had watermelon juice with lime to keep me cool. The weather here in Portland Oregon is Hot Hot Hot, so I did not light any candles! Yesterday it was 107. Just drinking juices and eating a little fruit is all I felt like having. I seem to be tolerating the heat, and feel somewhat energized, a little like a slow flowing river.
Today I'm making a promise to myself to blog at least 3 times a week. I want to get used to this whole computer thing. Sounds funny like someone making a resolution to exercise. Of the two I believe exercise is the most important. Truthfully, since I have moved to Portland I have not found my rhythm. I'm looking for a place to take dance classes. My favorite forms of dance are hip hop, jazz, lyrical, with some African mixed in. At the moment my ribs are a little sore from a boogie boarding accident that happened at the Oregon Coast about 2 weeks ago. I hope the green juices, and my Bio Mat help heal it up soon so I can start dance when my daughter goes back to school.
Back to why I want to Blog. I want to keep giving you insight into what a raw food life style is like on a daily basis. Even someone who has been living this way for 10 years has her ups and downs, and sometimes the downs are winning. I will be honestly and openly sharing with you what triggers the downs and how I manage to pull myself up again. I am developing a practice that opens my eyes to the strength and creativity I have inside. I know that with a little love and support we can all create a healthy and vibrant life style for ourselves.
Well I thought the sun had not gotten to me, but here I am with my brain in slow motion.
Before I sign off I want to tell you about my new Meetup Group. It's called....Nourishing Elements! Here is the link so you can check out what I'm up to with my new friend Pandora!
www.meetup.com/Nourishing-Elements/
Funny, My body is not tired but my brain is ready for bed.
Sweet Summertime Dreams!
Today I'm making a promise to myself to blog at least 3 times a week. I want to get used to this whole computer thing. Sounds funny like someone making a resolution to exercise. Of the two I believe exercise is the most important. Truthfully, since I have moved to Portland I have not found my rhythm. I'm looking for a place to take dance classes. My favorite forms of dance are hip hop, jazz, lyrical, with some African mixed in. At the moment my ribs are a little sore from a boogie boarding accident that happened at the Oregon Coast about 2 weeks ago. I hope the green juices, and my Bio Mat help heal it up soon so I can start dance when my daughter goes back to school.
Back to why I want to Blog. I want to keep giving you insight into what a raw food life style is like on a daily basis. Even someone who has been living this way for 10 years has her ups and downs, and sometimes the downs are winning. I will be honestly and openly sharing with you what triggers the downs and how I manage to pull myself up again. I am developing a practice that opens my eyes to the strength and creativity I have inside. I know that with a little love and support we can all create a healthy and vibrant life style for ourselves.
Well I thought the sun had not gotten to me, but here I am with my brain in slow motion.
Before I sign off I want to tell you about my new Meetup Group. It's called....Nourishing Elements! Here is the link so you can check out what I'm up to with my new friend Pandora!
www.meetup.com/Nourishing-Elements/
Funny, My body is not tired but my brain is ready for bed.
Sweet Summertime Dreams!
Monday, May 18, 2009
Sea Ocean Agriculture!
Hi!
I'm so excited to share with you some very important information. It's about a solution that covers most of the globe. YES! You guessed it. Ocean Water! I have been buying it from my friend Gino in Canada and using it in my back yard and kitchen gardens.
Do you think I'm crazy for buying ocean water? Especially when I lived in Port Townsend WA, I could just go to the beach with some buckets and take it home, right?
Well you could I suppose, but once I saw a sign that warned people not to fish because of contaminates in the water. We all have heard that the ocean is polluted, and for more information go to; Water Encyclopedia at www.waterencyclopedia.com.
So, Why do I feel comfortable buying OceanGrown? Here is a quote from their web site; OceanGrownCanada.com
"OceanGrown, Inc. takes great efforts to extract elements from pristine ocean water far offshore and away from possible sources of contamination. Our lab test for 70 violate chemicals. The report comes back non-detectable to 0.5 parts per billion on all 70. It would be difficult today to find drinking water this pure."
The ocean holds all nutrient essentials in perfect balance. When analyzing the elements in our blood and those in pure sea water it reveals a similar elemental profile of nutrients? Including the presence of sodium chloride that is very beneficial to plant growth.
In 1936 Dr. Murray began his life long research in sea energy agriculture. He took pure ocean water and put it into the soil after the minerals had been washed away and literally mined out because of less than excellent modern agricultural farming practices. He found that putting small amounts of seawater on our fruits and vegetables when watering them was the key to proper nutrition, a stronger immune system, and a longer healthier life. For more information go to OceanGrownCanada.com
Most people out there do not care about the condition of our soil. We need to wake up to what is going on in the would. We need minerals to fully support and heal our bodies.
I grow mostly wheat grass and sunflower sprouts with OceanGrown. I just started again after the move from Port Townsend a few months ago and I'm drinking about 3 to 4 ounces a day. It's amazing the amount of energy I have, and I don't get hungry all day. One more salad is all I really want, but I feel really full. Today I had 3 ounces of wheat grass juice, an 8 ounce fruit smoothie, and an avocado, all before 4 o'clock. I don't feel the need for anything else.
To Energy!
I'm so excited to share with you some very important information. It's about a solution that covers most of the globe. YES! You guessed it. Ocean Water! I have been buying it from my friend Gino in Canada and using it in my back yard and kitchen gardens.
Do you think I'm crazy for buying ocean water? Especially when I lived in Port Townsend WA, I could just go to the beach with some buckets and take it home, right?
Well you could I suppose, but once I saw a sign that warned people not to fish because of contaminates in the water. We all have heard that the ocean is polluted, and for more information go to; Water Encyclopedia at www.waterencyclopedia.com.
So, Why do I feel comfortable buying OceanGrown? Here is a quote from their web site; OceanGrownCanada.com
"OceanGrown, Inc. takes great efforts to extract elements from pristine ocean water far offshore and away from possible sources of contamination. Our lab test for 70 violate chemicals. The report comes back non-detectable to 0.5 parts per billion on all 70. It would be difficult today to find drinking water this pure."
The ocean holds all nutrient essentials in perfect balance. When analyzing the elements in our blood and those in pure sea water it reveals a similar elemental profile of nutrients? Including the presence of sodium chloride that is very beneficial to plant growth.
In 1936 Dr. Murray began his life long research in sea energy agriculture. He took pure ocean water and put it into the soil after the minerals had been washed away and literally mined out because of less than excellent modern agricultural farming practices. He found that putting small amounts of seawater on our fruits and vegetables when watering them was the key to proper nutrition, a stronger immune system, and a longer healthier life. For more information go to OceanGrownCanada.com
Most people out there do not care about the condition of our soil. We need to wake up to what is going on in the would. We need minerals to fully support and heal our bodies.
I grow mostly wheat grass and sunflower sprouts with OceanGrown. I just started again after the move from Port Townsend a few months ago and I'm drinking about 3 to 4 ounces a day. It's amazing the amount of energy I have, and I don't get hungry all day. One more salad is all I really want, but I feel really full. Today I had 3 ounces of wheat grass juice, an 8 ounce fruit smoothie, and an avocado, all before 4 o'clock. I don't feel the need for anything else.
To Energy!
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Inspiration!
Hi Everyone,
I felt so inspired today! My son Alleh and his girlfriend Kristina came over with 3 bags of all organic groceries. I hope they don't mind me saying this, but they were eating a very S.A.D. diet before this week. I feel so happy for both of them. Kristina is now vegetarian and I'm not sure what Alleh is doing. Anyway, they brought a bunch of fruits and vegetables over and made a gallon of juice to take home. As a mother I feel so grateful knowing that my children are making positive changes in their lives. Change is one of the hardest things to do. Many people would rather die than change their life style. Especially their beloved foods they have so cherished their whole lives. Hats off to you both!
Before going home they each had a shot of Ocean Grown Wheat Grass Juice! Alleh said he felt the buzz right away. They both liked the taste more than I do. I am growing wheat grass and sunflower sprouts with an ocean solution, (Ocean Water) that gives the plants all the minerals they need. More on that coming soon!
Hey, check out my new pictures, and check out my son's photography web site. The link is to the right.
I felt so inspired today! My son Alleh and his girlfriend Kristina came over with 3 bags of all organic groceries. I hope they don't mind me saying this, but they were eating a very S.A.D. diet before this week. I feel so happy for both of them. Kristina is now vegetarian and I'm not sure what Alleh is doing. Anyway, they brought a bunch of fruits and vegetables over and made a gallon of juice to take home. As a mother I feel so grateful knowing that my children are making positive changes in their lives. Change is one of the hardest things to do. Many people would rather die than change their life style. Especially their beloved foods they have so cherished their whole lives. Hats off to you both!
Before going home they each had a shot of Ocean Grown Wheat Grass Juice! Alleh said he felt the buzz right away. They both liked the taste more than I do. I am growing wheat grass and sunflower sprouts with an ocean solution, (Ocean Water) that gives the plants all the minerals they need. More on that coming soon!
Hey, check out my new pictures, and check out my son's photography web site. The link is to the right.
Friday, March 20, 2009
We have moved in!
My daughter Inian and I are completely moved into our new home and happy with how cozy it feels, especially my little 70's style kitchen. I've been making a lot of cooked food for my daughter, and green smoothies for me. Inian has been complaining of feeling a bit dizzy in the mornings. I'm requesting that she start having a green smoothie every morning with me. She is open to it. I'll let you know how it goes.
What a whirlwind it has been. I would make Inian's food first and then was too tired and hungry to wait so I would taste her food while preparing it. Well, that was a disaster. Even if it was only a few bites, I would still get a tummy ache and bloated. I felt frustrated and had low energy. Finally now that I am settled I am putting more attention on taking care of myself and eating salads and smoothies. I feel energized again and I cut out the nuts. All kinds of nuts.
I find that I feel the best when only eating blended green soups and smoothies. I have developed many good recipes and will be sharing many of them with you soon. For now just go to your health food store buy your favorite organic fruits and vegetables, put them in your blender with a little water and or ice, then blend and drink! Yum! Use 60% to 70% fruits, and the rest greens. This is very easy, not rocked science.
I use mostly greens, about 60%, for me that feels the best. Start slow and work your way to more greens!
Inian starts tomorrow morning with green smoothies. She is a little worried. I hope she like them.
Log on tomorrow for our first recipe.
Take Green Care of Yourself,
Susan
What a whirlwind it has been. I would make Inian's food first and then was too tired and hungry to wait so I would taste her food while preparing it. Well, that was a disaster. Even if it was only a few bites, I would still get a tummy ache and bloated. I felt frustrated and had low energy. Finally now that I am settled I am putting more attention on taking care of myself and eating salads and smoothies. I feel energized again and I cut out the nuts. All kinds of nuts.
I find that I feel the best when only eating blended green soups and smoothies. I have developed many good recipes and will be sharing many of them with you soon. For now just go to your health food store buy your favorite organic fruits and vegetables, put them in your blender with a little water and or ice, then blend and drink! Yum! Use 60% to 70% fruits, and the rest greens. This is very easy, not rocked science.
I use mostly greens, about 60%, for me that feels the best. Start slow and work your way to more greens!
Inian starts tomorrow morning with green smoothies. She is a little worried. I hope she like them.
Log on tomorrow for our first recipe.
Take Green Care of Yourself,
Susan
Friday, February 6, 2009
Staying on the path while moving!
O.K. I have been very busy because I'm moving from my beautiful home in Port Townsend WA. to Portland Oregon where I grew up. My daughter Inian is going to attend a wonderful new School. Many changes for us both.
I want to tell you that it has been difficult to eat all the foods that are best for my body while creating this new life. I even went to a cooked vegan Thai food restaurant with my daughter and ate some yummy coconut soup. My body did o.k. but I felt a little sick. I am figuring out how to best support my live food life style while things are in a whirlwind.
I'm spending my days driving my daughter 45 minutes to school, looking for a place to live, taking care of life's necessities, and getting our needs met. I'm slowly figuring out what works best. An emotional response I'm having to being uprooted and whirling around this big city is eating too many nuts.
I am starting to realize what I need to do to feel my best. The first thing is to plan my day the night before so I know if I need to prepare food to bring with me. When I go to my son's house I will bring a bag of veggies and make a salad when I get there. If I will be driving around all day I will make a green smoothie and bring it with me, or I will just stop at Peoples Co-op and get a snack.
The easiest way to always have filtered water on hand is to have a water bottle with a filter built in.
I think I have found the right house for us. It has many fruit trees, berry bushes, a garden patch and is near a big beautiful park. I will let you know how I succeed in taking care of myself while on this journey, for it will be a few weeks before we move into our new home.
Love to you all,
Susan~!~
I want to tell you that it has been difficult to eat all the foods that are best for my body while creating this new life. I even went to a cooked vegan Thai food restaurant with my daughter and ate some yummy coconut soup. My body did o.k. but I felt a little sick. I am figuring out how to best support my live food life style while things are in a whirlwind.
I'm spending my days driving my daughter 45 minutes to school, looking for a place to live, taking care of life's necessities, and getting our needs met. I'm slowly figuring out what works best. An emotional response I'm having to being uprooted and whirling around this big city is eating too many nuts.
I am starting to realize what I need to do to feel my best. The first thing is to plan my day the night before so I know if I need to prepare food to bring with me. When I go to my son's house I will bring a bag of veggies and make a salad when I get there. If I will be driving around all day I will make a green smoothie and bring it with me, or I will just stop at Peoples Co-op and get a snack.
The easiest way to always have filtered water on hand is to have a water bottle with a filter built in.
I think I have found the right house for us. It has many fruit trees, berry bushes, a garden patch and is near a big beautiful park. I will let you know how I succeed in taking care of myself while on this journey, for it will be a few weeks before we move into our new home.
Love to you all,
Susan~!~
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