Recipes

5 Healthier Halloween Treat Recipes Kiddos Will Absolutely LOVE!

Posted by: Nina S. On October 25, 2024 3:00 pm

Halloween doesn’t have to mean unhealthy! These spooky treats are healthier than candy as well as being even more delicious. Serve up these guilt-free Halloween treats to your kiddos and wait for them to come back for more! 

 

5 Healthier Halloween Treat Recipes Kiddos Will Absolutely LOVE

 

Spooky Shapes & Gruesome Guacamole 

  • Soft corn tortillas 
  • Juice of 2 limes 
  • 2 small avocadoes 
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped 
  • 1 ripe tomato, diced 
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 
  • Handful of cilantro, chopped 
  • Jalapeño pepper & salt to taste 

 Method: 

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)  
  1. Use a Halloween themed cookie cutter to make tortilla bats, witches’ hats, pumpkins and more, then place on a baking tray. 
  1. Cook for around 5 – 8 minutes, until the
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A Healthy and Simple Thanksgiving!

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On November 21, 2022 2:46 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back again to share her tips for a healthy and simple Thanksgiving.  Dr. Lori is the best-selling author of books such as The Ketogenic Key, Fire Up Your Fat Burn and Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting.  Dr. Lori is a certified nutritional consultant and weight loss expert who spreads awareness of the negative effects of inflammation.  

 

Can you eat healthily on Thanksgiving?  Absolutely yes! For most families, Thanksgiving means large family get-togethers accompanied by an enormous number of delicious foods over the course of this holiday. For many of us, Thanksgiving is one of those holidays where we often tend to sweep self-restraint to the side and indulge in all the culinary glory …

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A Healthy and Simple Thanksgiving Dinner

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On November 23, 2021 1:30 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back again to share some healthy and delicious Thanksgiving recipes.  Dr. Lori is the best-selling author of books such as The Ketogenic Key, Fire Up Your Fat Burn and Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting.  Dr. Lori is a certified nutritional consultant and weight loss expert who spreads awareness of the negative effects of inflammation.  

 

Thanksgiving is truly a time for all of us to not only give thanks but to enjoy delicious foods as well.  This special day also heralds in the special holiday season of celebration.

 

Healthy and Delicious Thanksgiving Dishes

 

Knowing exactly how to combine the most flavorful holiday foods will allow you to enjoy your meal; guilt-free!  So, this year, why not avoid …

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Dr. Lori’s Super Green Detox Soup

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On May 24, 2021 12:30 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back again to share her recipe for Super Green Detox Soup.  Dr. Lori is the best-selling author of books such as The Ketogenic Key, Fire Up Your Fat Burn and Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting.  Dr. Lori is a certified nutritional consultant and weight loss expert who spreads awareness of the negative effects of inflammation.  Enjoy!!

 

Dr Lori's Super Green Detox Soup

 

This alkalizing green soup has everything you need to promote further detox with a rich blend of nutrients, alkalizing greens, delicious taste and vibrant green color. I added kale for an extra nutrient load, especially protein, calcium and antioxidants.

Broccoli is a power player when it comes to detoxing. When we chew it, the compound sulphoraphane …

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Lentil Burgers Recipe – The Wellness Kitchenista

Posted by: Jessica DeLuise On May 7, 2021 12:00 pm

Lentil Burgers Recipe!  Today we are so excited to partner with our friend Jessica DeLuise!  The Wellness Kitchenista, Jessica DeLuise, MHS, PA-C, CCMS, is a seasoned medical practitioner, culinary medicine specialist, TV-chef and wellness entrepreneur.  

Lentil Burgers Recipe - The Wellness Kitchenista

Recipe time!

Growing up, I always soaked lentils overnight before cooking them. It was an old wives tale that soaking them in this way, and even adding a little baking soda to the water, helps soften the legumes and even may help digestion and reduce gas and bloating after eating.

For me, this process has always been something that I do when preparing lentils. The baking soda is basic (alkaline) so instead, I have been soaking my lentils in alkaline water from Tyent! I’m …

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Low Carb Cream Cheese Cookies

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On March 29, 2021 3:18 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back with another delicious, healthy recipe!

 

Check out these yummy Cream Cheese Cookies that are fast & easy to make!  Choosing foods that have fewer carbohydrates and zero sugar will have a powerful impact on your overall health and weight.

 

Low Carb Cream Cheese Cookies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We all know that sugar and refined flour are not healthy as they promote potential inflammation in the body. However, once you swap out the old, unhealthy ingredients, you will actively promote optimal health and a leaner body.

These Cream Cheese Cookies are an example of making these lower-carb, healthier choices. These cookies are not only delicious and healthy, but they …

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Keto Holiday Recipes

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On November 20, 2020 11:45 am

Dr. Lori Shemek is back again to share her favorite healthy keto holiday recipes!  Dr. Lori is the best-selling author of books such as The Ketogenic Key, Fire Up Your Fat Burn and Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting.  Dr. Lori is a certified nutritional consultant and weight loss expert who spreads awareness of the negative effects of inflammation.  Enjoy!!

Healthy Keto Holiday Recipes

 

 

The holidays are a wonderful time that brings much joy. One of the main features during this time of year is the delicious and comforting food. So many want to continue to eat healthfully during the holidays and yet, at the same time, not feel they are missing out.  This is why I wanted to offer healthier …

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Watermelon Pizza Recipe

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On August 3, 2020 12:00 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back with another delicious recipe!

It’s summertime and that means juicy watermelon!  I have the perfect, healthy watermelon pizza to satisfy your sweet tooth. This is super-easy and very simple to make – it takes just minutes to put together.

Summertime Watermelon Pizza

 

Watermelon is a wonderful, juicy and delicious treat that is actually lower on the glycemic index which means your blood sugar won’t skyrocket. The watermelon, kiwi, strawberries, and raspberries are all not only delicious low-sugar fruits, but alkaline as well. Adding alkaline foods and water to your diet will help protect you from an acidic body, and that will protect your health.

All berries rate very high on the ORAC scale (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity). …

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Low Carb Bread Recipe

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On June 29, 2020 12:00 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back with another delicious, healthy recipe!  Many people are choosing to reduce carbohydrates in their diet for health and weight reasons, yet still, that big elephant in the room remains… no more bread. This can be frustrating for many who adore bread. Have no fear, I have the delicious solution for you!

 

Dr Lori low carb bread

 

When we lower carbohydrates in our diet, we are doing an enormous benefit that we will experience not just in the present, but in the future as well. The average person ingests a whopping 300 grams of carbohydrates daily and it is leaving our global communities with a myriad of health conditions. In America, 78% of the population is either overweight …

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5 Reasons to Add Chia Seeds to Your Diet

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On June 8, 2020 12:00 pm

There isn’t anything more delicious than a creamy pudding. Unfortunately, most puddings are high in sugar that cannot only encourage weight gain, but inflammation as well.

Chia seed pudding is a very healthful swap for unhealthy traditional pudding!  It is decadent, creamy and can be used as a snack, for breakfast or even dessert.  Dr. Lori Shemek is back with another delicious alkaline recipe!

 

5 Reasons to Add Chia Seeds to Your Diet

Why are chia seeds so healthy?

Here are the top 7 reasons to add chia seeds to your diet:

  • Chia seeds are loaded with healthy omega-3 fat
  • They are high in fiber – boasting 11 grams of fiber per 2 tablespoons
  • These delicious seeds also have 4 grams of protein per serving
  • Chia seeds are
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