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CHIA PUDDING & C.C.’s

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4 tablespoons organic Terrasoul chia seeds click here http://amazon.com

1 1/2 cups Kite Hill almond yogurt

1 cup organic Elmhurst almond milk click here http://www.thrivemarket.com

4 tablespoons organic Terrasoul date sugar click here http://amazon.com

1/8 teaspoon sea salt

1/8 teaspoon Simply Organic cardamom

1/8 teaspoon Simply Organic clove

1/2 teaspoon Simply Organic cinnamon

2 teaspoons Simply Organic vanilla

1/2 to 3/4 cup organic Simply Date chocolate chips click here http://amazon.com

Mix all the above ingredients in a mixing bowl.

Add the chocolate chips and mix in.

Put the pudding in pudding cups of your liking.

Refrigerate. Allow a few hours to thicken.

MENOPAUSE DAILY

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Many women suffer debilitating effects with perimenopause and menopause. In keeping life simple here are some things to consider. First and foremost diet is essential. This time of life can lead to bone loss. Calcium and vitamin D are key. Eat a well balanced diet of vegetables, fruits, lean proteins and healthy fats. Healthy organic fats meaning olive oil, seeds, nuts and fish.

There are natural supplements and teas that are said to help with the side effects of menopause. Make your own tea blend for a relaxing sip or buy one already infused for you. 

*Black Cohash

*Moringa

*Chasteberry

*Red Clover

*Wild Yam (as an extract or tincture)

If I were going to make my own morning tea I would make sure it contained Moringa tea, Red Clover and Chamomile teas. Yes, I would buy these teas separately and brew them together. 

Let’s talk *ESSENTIAL OILS for perimenopause and menopause. There’s a long list of essential oils because the symptoms can go on and on and on.  

*Clary Sage – hormone balancer

*SclarEssence – hormone balancer

*Peppermint – cool off

*Lavender – sleep and cool off

*Geranium – mood swings

*Neroli – libido and chill

*Frankinsense – help balance hormone levels

*Chamomile – contains phytoestrogens which are plant estrogens like our human estrogens. Camomile may help with hot flashes, anxiety, sleep and calm. 

*Fennel – another phytoestrogen helping with hot flashes. 

*Bergamot – anxiety and stress

*Sandalwood – anxiety, mood swings and sleep disturbances

*Patchouli – mood and emotional support

DIFFUSE these oils morning, noon and night.

Put them in Epsom Salts for a soothing BATH.

One great way to get a number of these essential oils into your daily life is to make an anti-aging FACE and NECK oil. 

Here’s the one I make for my self:

Organic CaCay oil as a carrier (30 ml. bottle) click here http://Amazon.com (CaCay)

Rose Hip oil another carrier oil can be used for hot flashes (10 ml. Used in the recipe)

Argon oil for helping with skin hydration (10 ml. Used in the recipe) click here http://Amazon.com (mountain top)

Click here http://Amazon.com (Trilogy)

The essential oils in the blend:

Frankincense 

Lavender

Sandalwood  

Geranium

Neroli 

Patchouli

I would use the 1 oz. bottle CaCay oil and 10 ml. of the Rose Hip oil and 10 ml. of Argan oil making  the total carrier oils add to 50 ml. in total.  

Now it is up to you what you want the percentage to be when combining the essential oils. 

For example:

75 essential oil drops make it a 5% solution. Double that it is a 10% solution. 

THE RECIPE

5 drops Patchouli 

10 drops Neroli

10 drops Geranium

10 drops Sandalwood

20 drops Frankincense 

20 drops Lavender

Add the 1 oz of Cacay (30ml), Rose Hip 10 ml. and Argan oil 10 ml.  Those three carrier oils will add up to 50 ml. of oil. 

Use the oil on your face and neck morning and night. 

The essential oil blend *SCLAR ESSENCE contains Peppermint, Clary Sage, Fennel, and Sage Lavender essential oils. This can be placed on the bottom of your feet or taken in a capsule.

Put a few drops in a gelatin capsule and fill it up the rest of the way with some olive oil. 

*PROGESSIVE PLUS is a wonderful essential oil blend that contains:

  • Copaiba is extremely high in β-caryophyllene, which has been well documented for its anti-inflammatory actions. It helps to elevate the mood and lift depression, and it may amplify the effects of the other essential oils in the blend.
  • Sacred Frankincense is regenerative to the skin. It is often used to help with depression and mental fatigue and to increase spiritual awareness and aid meditation.
  • Cedarwood is nourishing to the skin. With its high concentration of sesquiterpenes, it is calming and relaxing to both mind and body.
  • Bergamot is helpful for an oily complexion and for acne. It is often used to help relieve anxiety, depression, stress, and tension.
  • Peppermint is an anti-inflammatory to the nerves and to damaged skin and tissues. 
  • Clove is antiseptic and promotes the healing of skin. It is also a mental stimulant.
  • Coconut Oil soothes dry skin, increases the production of collagen, and improves the skin’s protective barrier. 
  • Vitex (Chaste Tree) Oil may stimulate the production of progesterone. 
  • Wild Yam Root Extract may help balance estrogens levels. (Reference Guide for Essential Oils)

DIRECTIONS

  • Apply 2–4 drops to the stomach, feet, or inner thighs each day.
  • Rotate application sites to avoid applying to the same area 2 days in a row.
  • For added effect, 1–2 extra drops may be applied.
  • Do not exceed 2 applications per day.

YOUNG LIVING SUPPLEMENTS

FEMIGEN CAPSULES – formulated with herbs and amino acids to help balance and support through menopause.

PD 80/20 – supports the endocrine system.

ENDOGIZE – support for endocrine system with a blend of mineral, Ashwagandha root, Ginger, Myrrh, Cassia, Clary Sage and Canadian Fleabane essential oils.

SUPER D – immune function.

SUPER Cal – calcium

OMEGAGIZE – fish oil

INNER BEAUTY COLLAGEN – reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

SLEEPESSENCE – “We replace hormones when we lose them in menopause. We also replace calcium and vitamin D, so why aren’t we replacing melatonin?” asks Heather Hirsch, M.D., a doctor in the Menopause & Midline Clinic at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA.

🧡Combining Lavender, Vetiver, Valerian, and Ruta essential oils with the hormone melatonin—a well-known sleep aid—SleepEssence is a natural way to enable a full night’s rest. (Young Living)

SQUASH AND SWEET POTATO SOUP

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INGREDIENTS 

2 cups roasted cubed delicata squash (use squash of you choice)

1 – 15oz can organic sweet potato purée

1 cup organic vegetable broth

4 tbs butter organic flavored coconut oil

1 tbs organic turmeric powder

1 – 5.7 oz can Native Path organic coconut cream 

Add all ingredients to food processor or VitaMix. Blend and serve. It can be garnished with sage leaves, chopped nuts or pumpkin seeds

ALANA’s PICKLED VEGGIES

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INGREDIENTS

3 organic beets

1 organic bunch of radishes

4 organic watermelon radish

5 stalks organic celery

2 heads of organic garlic

1 organic red onion 

4 cups organic apple cider vinegar 

4 cups water

2 1/2 cups organic date sugar

2 organic cinnamon sticks

12 whole organic cloves

2 tablespoons organic pickling spice in a piece of cheesecloth 

THE PROCESS 

Cut the ends of the beets. Put them in a pot, cover them with water. 

Bring to a boil then turn down to medium/low heat and cook until firm but can be pierced with a knife easily. Drain the beets when done and cover them with cold water to cool. Peel them and cut into bite sized pieces. 

Cut the celery and carrots into sticks. 

Cut the radishes into bite sized pieces. 

Cut the onion into 4ths. 

Peel the garlic cloves. 

In a pot add the vinegar, sugar, water, spices. Bring to a boil. Turn down and simmer on low for 10 minutes. 

In one big glass jar, or separate little glass jars put in the veggies to the top. 

Add the vinegar all the way to the top, covering the vegetables. (Take out the spices if you want)

Refrigerate at least overnight for flavor.

Keep in the refrigerator.

VEGAN BURGER

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INGREDIENTS 

3-4 tablespoons Thrive Market organic olive oil

1/2 cup raw Terrasoul organic walnuts

1/2 cup raw Terrasoul organic pecans

5 oz organic shiitake mushrooms 

1 organic roasted red pepper

1 tablespoon Terrasoul organic flax meal

2 tablespoons Micro ingredients organic nutritional yeast

2 tablespoons organic Muir Glen tomato paste

1 teaspoon Simply Organic garlic powder

1 teaspoon Simply Organic Italian seasoning

THE PROCESS

Soak the walnuts and pecans, covered in boiling water. 

Soak them for 1 hour. 

In a skillet put the olive oil. Heat it up and add the onion. Sauté until soft. 

Put them in a mixing bowl. 

Chop the mushrooms up very fine. 

Chop the red pepper. Add them to the mixing bowl. 

To the mixing bowl add the flax meal, nutritional yeast, tomato paste, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. 

Drain the nuts. Pat dry with paper towels. 

Grind the nuts in a food processor. Add the ground nuts to the rest of the ingredients. 

Mix together, thoroughly. 

Refrigerate for an hour. 

MAKE THE BURGERS 

Heat a few tablespoons olive oil in a skillet. Make the burgers so they are firm. 

Put them gently in the oil. Don’t turn them over right away. Allow them to cook, medium heat, on the first side for at least 10 minutes. Turn them over and allow the other side to cook, browning nicely. Don’t worry about overcooking, they will take some time to cook so they will stay firm. 

LEMON DRESSING

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INGREDIENTS

Juice of 1 lemon

1/8 cup organic cream of balsamic (Isola)

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup organic olive oil

3 tablespoons organic agave or raw honey

1 teaspoon organic garlic powder

1 tablespoon organic Dijon mustard 

Dash crushed organic red pepper

*Use an immersion blender to mix all the dressing ingredients. 

Mango Dressing

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1 organic mango  

1/4 cup organic orange juice 

1 tsp organic orange peel

1/8 tsp crushed red pepper or more to taste 

2 tbs organic lemon juice

2 tbs honey I used Raw Wedderspoon Manuka Honey (Amazon, Thrive Market, Whole Foods)

1/2 tsp Himalayan sea salt

1/3 cup Organic Olive Oil (Thrive Market Brand)

In a food processor add all the ingredients and blend. Pour into the green bean salad. 

Best if refrigerated overnight. 

DOGGIE JERKY 

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Preheat oven 200 degrees (my stove has dehydrator option I put it at 200 degrees) OR use a dehydrator 

INGREDIENTS

1# organic ground meat (93-96% lean)

1 stalk organic celery 

1 tablespoon Simply Organic parsley

1 tablespoon organic nutritional yeast 

THE PROCESS

*Put the meat in a strainer and let the liquid drain. 

*In a food processor process the celery stalk, very fine.

*On a piece of parchment paper put the meat, celery, nutritional yeast, and parsley together. Work it all together with your hands. 

*With another piece of parchment paper on top press it down into a very thin rectangle. 

*Use a pizza cutter or knife and make strips. 

*Carefully separate the jerky so they are not touching.

*This will allow the jerky to dry out evenly.

*Put the parchment paper on an oven proof grate and into the middle of the oven. 

*Allow the meat to dehydrate until completely dry. It can take 3-6 hours depending on the thickness of the meat. 

*Store the jerky in a bag in the refrigerator. If you make more jerky for more than for a week freeze the surplus. 

ALMOND RICOTTA CHEESECAKE

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almondcheesecake

CRUST

Preheat oven to 400

  • 2 cups finely ground walnuts
  • 1/4 cup golden flax meal
  • 1 tbs. coconut butter
  • 1 tbs. agave syrup
  • Mix in all the above ingredients very well, incorporating the coconut butter thoroughly leaving a no chunks.
  • Pat firmly and evenly in a square baking pan.
  • Pre-bake in 400 degree oven for 10 minutes.
  • Set aside while you mix the cake batter.

Cheesecake Filling

Turn down oven to 350 degrees

  • 8 oz. Almond Ricotta cheese (I used Kite Hill brand from Whole Foods)
  • 1/3 cup organic agave syrup
  • 1 1/2 – 2 tsp. stevia to taste
  • 1 – 5.4 fl oz coconut cream, liquid drained (I used Native Forest Organic)
  • 4 tablespoons organic agave powdered sweetener (Health Garden. Amazon)
  • 3/4 cup organic aqua faba (this is the liquid from a 15oz can of garbanzo beans)
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 tablespoon organic lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup gluten free flour blend (Namaste. Amazon)
  • 1 vanilla bean cut open length wise and the middle scraped out OR
  • 1 tablespoon Simply Organic vanilla

*With a blender, beat together the almond ricotta, agave syrup, stevia, lemon juice and vanilla. Add the flour and mix until combined.

*In a separate, small mixing bowl whip up the aqua faba along with 1 teaspoon cream of tartar. Mix with rotary beaters on high. It will form stiff peaks. Fold into the cheese cake batter.

*In the same small aqua faba mixing bowl, whip up the coconut cream along with 4 tablespoons agave powder. When this is the consistency of whip cream, fold this into the cream cheese batter.

*Pour cheese cake batter on top of crust.

Bake 350 degree oven for 35 minutes
Cool in fridge, best overnight. Top with fresh berries.

HUMMUS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER AND ONION

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INGREDIENTS 

1 – 15 oz can organic garbanzo beans

1 – roasted organic red pepper

1 – roasted organic onion

1/4 cup organic lemon juice (Italian Volcano. Amazon) 

1/4 cup organic olive oil (Thrive Market brand) 

1/4 cup raw organic pumpkin seeds (GoRaw.com., Vitacost or Iherb or Amazon)

1 clove organic garlic chopped 

Dash Simply Organic red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon Simply Organic cumin

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1 tablespoon white sesame seeds

2 tablespoons organic nutritional yeast (microingredients. Amazon)

PREPARE

Roast the red pepper (cut in half) and onion (cut into 3rds) in the oven on Roast at 400 degrees. Coat the veggies in olive oil. 

*open, drain and always save the liquid from the garbanzo beans. 

Add to a high speed blender or food processor all of the above ingredients and blend until smooth. 

TOMATO/CUCUMBER/GREEN OLIVE SALAD 

INGREDIENTS 

3-4 organic baby cucumbers

Sweet baby organic tomatoes 

Organic Green olives cut up (365 Whole Foods)

Organic Olive oil (Thrive Market brand)

Dried Simply Organic oregano 

Sea salt and pepper to taste 

In a bowl slice cucumbers, baby tomatoes and olives.

Drizzle with olive oil.

Sprinkle on some oregano, salt and pepper. 

Put the salad around a platter with the hummus inside. 

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