March 30 is World Bipolar Day. I’ve written about this before. This year, I started wondering, has World Bipolar Day had any real-world impact? There are many stated goals for World Bipolar Day, but have we made any headway towards those goals, and has any of that headway come from…
Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide Moisturizer
Once upon a time I created a hyaluronic acid serum in my kitchen, then later made a niacinamide moisturizer. I’m a big fan of DIY kitchen concoctions (as you can tell by now!). One of the most asked questions I got on those recipes was how to combine the two…
Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint
Freezing watermelon briefly compresses the texture and intensifies the flavor, making for a cool, restaurant-style salad that’s actually a breeze to make. Soaking the onions in ice water makes them crunchier and more mild tasting. Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes Watermelon Salad with Feta…
Tempeh Breakfast Burrito Bowls
Busy mornings just got a serious plant-based upgrade. These Tempeh Breakfast Burrito Bowls pack 20 grams of protein per serving — no eggs, no meat, no problem. Hearty tempeh crumbles and black beans team up with brown rice, zesty corn, creamy avocado, and fresh pico de gallo for a bowl…
Vegan Almond Green Smoothie Bowl
Packed with 23 grams of plant-based protein and leafy greens, this Vegan Almond Green Smoothie Bowl makes it easy to start your day on a nourishing note. Almond butter, vegan vanilla protein powder, and soy milk create a rich, creamy base, while frozen banana and spinach blend seamlessly into a…
Vegan Mocha Banana Protein Shake
Who says you have to choose between coffee and a protein shake? This Vegan Mocha Banana Protein Shake delivers both — plus 32 grams of plant-based protein — in just 5 minutes. Frozen banana, cacao powder, and a hit of instant coffee come together in a creamy, chocolatey sip that’s…
Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe
I’ve had a garden for many years now and every Spring I look forward to getting my hands back in the dirt! One of the easy vegetables you’ll often find growing in my backyard are cucumbers. They’re the perfect, refreshing side dish on warmer days, especially when they’re in this…
Red Lentil Tagine With Pistachios
Red lentils are the smart cook’s secret weapon, delivering all the savory nutrition of beans in 20 minutes of cooking time. Tender sweet potatoes melt into the soup, giving it an earthy, all-natural sweetness. Moroccan spices add an exotic flavor and fragrance that makes the dish seem much richer. Currants…
White Bean Bowl With Broccoli Pesto
It takes only six ingredients to make this dish (not including salt, pepper and oil, which we consider freebies). Frozen broccoli plays two starring roles here. A good amount of whole florets bulk up the bowl, while some is processed into an easy pesto sauce. The white beans and broccoli…
Tempeh Pad Thai With Broccoli and Corn
Tempeh adds nutty flavor and 9 grams of protein to this Thai-inspired takeout favorite (1). Be sure to read labels when buying fish sauce as some brands contain a lot more sodium than others. Active time: 25 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Tempeh Pad Thai With Broccoli and Corn Ingredients…