by Melanie Rathbun | Jan 26, 2023 | Blog, Sides, Vegetarian
Ingredients (serves 4): 3 tbsps Orange Juice (freshly squeezed)1 tbsp Coconut Aminos1 tsp Ginger (finely grated)1/8 tsp Sea Salt1 tbsp Sesame Oil8 cups Bok Choy (chopped)1/2 tsp Sesame Seeds (optional) Directions: 1. In a small mixing bowl whisk together orange juice,...
by Melanie Rathbun | Jan 13, 2023 | Blog, In the Kitchen
Eating seasonal fruits and vegetables is the best practice for your health because it ensures that the produce is at its peak ripeness and nutritional value. When fruits and vegetables are in season, they are typically harvested at their optimal ripeness, which means...
by Melanie Rathbun | Dec 20, 2022 | Beverages, Blog, Soups
Ingredients: 1 Whole Chicken/Turkey Carcass (about 2 lbs of bones)1 Carrot (peeled and chopped)1 Yellow Onion (diced)2 stalks Celery (chopped)3 Garlic (cloves, halved)1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar1 tsp Sea Salt1 cup Parsley (chopped)6 cups Water Directions: 1. Place the...
by Melanie Rathbun | Dec 19, 2022 | Blog, Salads, Side Dishes
Ingredients (Serves 4): For the salad:1 lb Extra Lean Ground Chicken (cooked)5 cups Brussels Sprouts (halved)1/2 cup Radishes (sliced)1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 Garlic (whole head)1/2 Lemon (juiced)2 tbsps Dijon MustardSea Salt & Black...
by Melanie Rathbun | Dec 1, 2022 | Blog, Desserts, Gluten Free, Paleo, Snacks, Treats, Vegan
Ingredients (10 servings): 1 cup Pitted Dates (packed)3 cups Water (just boiled)1/3 cup Cocoa Powder1/2 tsp Peppermint Extract3 tbsps Coconut Oil1/3 cup Dark Chocolate Chips1/4 tsp Sea Salt (large flakes, for topping) Directions: 1. Add the dates to a medium-sized...
by Melanie Rathbun | Nov 1, 2022 | Blog, Sleep
Health Coach Tips, by Melanie Rathbun, NBC-HWC, FMCHC, CFNC, RHN The days are shorter, time changes have occurred, and I think it’s fair to say we’re all adjusting to the shift. You’ve likely heard about circadian rhythms, but what does that mean for you and how can...
