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Submitted by stephanie on April 23, 2012 - 12:10

This week is Organ Donor Awareness Week and its launch is a cause very close to my heart.  I have written before about my very dear friend, Paul Underhill, who has cystic fibrosis and received a double lung transplant.  Yesterday marked the one year anniversary of Paul receiving the gift that saved his life.

Chia-licious!

Submitted by stephanie on April 20, 2012 - 07:09

I've just discovered my new favourite breakfast....chia seeds!  

Merry Orbs

Submitted by stephanie on February 17, 2012 - 17:57

These merry little orbs do indeed live up to their name. They make me happy every time I pop one in my mouth!  

I have been on the hunt for a recipe like this for awhile: a quick, easy snack for keeping my energy going in between meals that is high in protein and low in sugar.  So many of the packaged bars in grocery stores are too sweet, even the "healthy" ones.  And you can make these merry orbs for a fraction of the price. (courtesy of Eating It Real)

Happy Year of the Dragon!

Submitted by stephanie on January 23, 2012 - 22:02

Gung Hay Fat Choy!
Wishing you a healthy and prosperous new year!

The Year of the Dragon - the first day of the Chinese Astrology Year - begins today on January 23rd.  In China, the celebrations are known as the Spring Festival, a 15-day-long observance that includes feasts, family reunions, the conspicuous use of the colour red and culminates on the final day with a lantern festival.

Avocado for dessert?

Submitted by stephanie on January 9, 2012 - 10:04

I know that avocado is a fruit but have always enjoyed it as a vegetable. So you can imagine my surprise (and delight!) when I came across this recipe for Chocolate Pudding.  I'm always excited to find new ways to indulge in chocolate without feeling guilty.  If the base of this pudding is avocado then I figure it's practically a meal, not just dessert!  Only four ingredients too so it's super easy to make.

Letting go of "The Plan"

Submitted by stephanie on January 3, 2012 - 20:02

I've never really been one for making New Year's resolutions.  I'm a goal oriented kinda gal and my mind is often engaged in planning.  I don't feel a particular need to make new goals just because it's January 1st.  My brain is wired to do this year round.

Tibetan Deliciousness

Submitted by stephanie on December 2, 2011 - 19:00

It feels like such a treat when this happens in Victoria.....I found a new restaurant to enjoy!  I had the most delicious lunch today at the Tibetan Kitchen,  a lovely restaurant on Broughton St between Fort and Broad.  I spoke with the owner's daughter and I don't know how I've missed this delightful spot, but they have been open for just over 2 years.  I enjoyed my meal so much that I wanted to help spread the word about this little gem.

Roasted Tomato Tart

Submitted by stephanie on November 22, 2011 - 13:46

Once a month, I teach a mindfulness for fertility class called "Touching the Earth".  Along with sharing guided relaxation techniques and exercises for stress reduction, we also discuss Chinese medicine self care tips that are supportive of the season.

Splash Prize!

Submitted by stephanie on November 2, 2011 - 13:05

One of our new moms came by the clinic last week to pick up her "splash prize" and I thought I would share news of what this is all about.

Quinoa Cookies

Submitted by stephanie on October 7, 2011 - 15:30

I just tried this recipe for the first time this morning and these tasty treats are just too good not to share.  I love finding yummy new recipes that satisfy my sweet tooth AND are healthy at the same time.

I also love quinoa!  It is an ancient grain packed full of nutrients, originating in the Andean region of Peru some 4000 years ago.  The Incas, who held the crop to be sacred, referred to quinoa as chisaya mama or the 'mother of all grains'.

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