Sweeten up your diet with dates

Candy junkies looking for a healthier stash have reason to rejoice – and it’s not because of another brightly colored package hitting the shelves. Instead, the source of this sweet party is none other than the oldest known fruit: the date.

The little seed with a lot to offer: Chia

Chia seeds have actually been revered by Mayan, Incan and Aztec cultures for thousands of years.To experience the true definition of delicious hydrating refreshment, try my variation of the Mexican classic: Coconut Lime Chia Fresca.

Energy Tartlets

One of my favorite desserts – a beautiful, fresh fruit energy tart – will cost you about 10 minutes start-to-finish. In fact, by using simply healthy substitutions and time-saving tricks, these tarts emanate big flavor, well-rounded nutrition, and are healthy enough to be consumed at any time of the day. We healthy dessert people are pretty sneaky, no?

Summertime Snacking

Awesomely healthy/delicious camping foods (read: foods that will actually make you feel like going for a hike instead of an extended hibernation) are embarrassingly easy to make. Case in point, my recipe for Good Seed Crackers.

Instructions On How To Live A Better Life

If, perchance, the shiny happy people holding hands haven’t shown up at your door lately, let’s look at how we might be able to improve the mood. Hint: it starts with chocolate.

Savory Portobello Burger

Lately I’ve been absolutely hooked on a new recipe: a Portobello Burger Patty which is so fantastically savory, juicy, and full of plant-based protein, I’ve clearly developed a new healthy habit.

Cheesy Broccoli Bowl

Broccoli with cheese sauce gets a fresh, flavorful and nutritious update when Julie turns this classic dish into a dairy-free, cholesterol-free and gluten-free dinnertime hit.

Fresh Fettucini Puttanesca

A vibrant, flavorful and healthy version of this classic Italian dish. Low carb, gluten free, and made with fresh vegetables.

Creamy Hemp Hummus

Try this impressively creamy and nutritionally-boosted dip with fresh vegetables or crackers for a fast healthy snack. A great sandwich spread too!