Author Archives: melissa danielle

Quick & Easy Carrot Soup

One of things I love about the Vitamix is that it doesn’t take much to make something easy and delicious. I’ve been working on some carrot juice and “milk” ideas, and decided what I really needed was something warm. I … Continue reading

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Late Night Apple Ginger Cocktail

I’ve been working through the night on several writing projects (got into a groove and just decided to keep going – today is going to be rough. Sigh.) and around 1am I got hit with a big sugar craving. I … Continue reading

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Sweet Potato Smoothie

In season and just in time to get you thinking about signing up for my Green Smoothie Challenge, this green smoothie from The Food Relationship Coach is like a farmacy in a glass! The sweet potato, a root vegetable often … Continue reading

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You need fiber, eat fruits and vegetables. Wait, don’t eat too much fiber, it interferes with absorption. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Hunh?

I’ve been reading and rereading several books on Candida and cleansing lately, mostly because the weather is getting warmer and all people seem to want to do is detox and cleanse (there’s a difference) like it’s a cure-all for poor … Continue reading

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Almond Milk Experiments

These past couple of weeks I’ve been experimenting with almond milk – making it myself. I make it in 64oz batches and pour it Mason jars of that size. I find that it’s just the right amount for 3-4 days … Continue reading

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Green Juice #2

Now that I’m back in the swing of making green juices (instead of green smoothies), I’m noticing a few things: I’m getting better at making EXACTLY 32 ounces, green juice taste sooo much better cold, and I’m peeing like mad. … Continue reading

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Green Juice #1

The other day I went to check out this new Papaya spot in my neighborhood on a tip from a friend. I ordered their “All Green Juice” and it was ALL bad. I will be the first person to admit … Continue reading

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