This is a delicious, creamy vegan Caesar salad that is a crowd-pleaser! Even dairy lovers will swoon over this salad. It’s made with crunchy romaine and kale, a delicious creamy cashew dressing, and a nut parmesan cheese that’s out of the world. There are two different camps of people when it comes to salads; those… Continue reading Vegan Caesar Salad
Author: Living Well With Nic
How Gluten Sensitivity Pushed Me to Listen to My Body
Imagine all of your favorite foods…is it pizza? Pasta? Fried shrimp? And then imagine the joy it brings you bite after bite after bite. Then 15 minutes later you have a headache, your stomach hurts and your hands feel weak. That’s what I felt before I was diagnosed with gluten sensitivity. Sure, there are tons… Continue reading How Gluten Sensitivity Pushed Me to Listen to My Body
Why Chocolate Should Be Included in Your Diet
This might be hard to believe, but chocolate is actually healthy for you! Yes, you heard that right. Now, I’m not talking about low quality, sugary, milk chocolate. I’m referring to high-quality dark chocolate, made with real cacao. The cacao bean is one of the highest sources of antioxidants on earth. It is also packed… Continue reading Why Chocolate Should Be Included in Your Diet
5 Signs You Need a Detox
5 Signs That You Need a Detox Our bodies are much smarter than we sometimes give them credit. When you begin to understand that the food you eat, your sleep habits, exercise routine and how you cope with stress affect your entire being, then it really becomes quite simple to figure out the root cause… Continue reading 5 Signs You Need a Detox
Vegan Coconut Cacao Truffles
These truffles are vegan, gluten-free and simply delicious. Made with whole ingredients like dates, cacao, almonds and coconut. Great for an energy boosting snack or heatlthy dessert. Who doesn’t love a dessert that’s not only tasty but also healthy for you?! I always have a sweet tooth after dinner, so these little cacao truffles come… Continue reading Vegan Coconut Cacao Truffles
Triple Berry Ginger Smoothie
I’ve been on a ginger kick recently, so I thought I would try adding it to something other than my green smoothies or lemon water! And I have to say, this Triple Berry Ginger Smoothie was a success. It is not only packed full of antioxidants from the berries, but the ginger acts as a… Continue reading Triple Berry Ginger Smoothie
Thai Quinoa Veggie Salad with Creamy Almond Butter Dressing
This salad is a crowd-pleaser made with quinoa and lots of colorful raw veggies. Tossed in a creamy almond butter thai dressing that’s absolutely delicious! Perfect for picnics or easy lunches or dinners. Almond butter makes anything taste good. Am I right? I just love it! I especially love baking with it, cue my epic… Continue reading Thai Quinoa Veggie Salad with Creamy Almond Butter Dressing
How Drinking Lemon Water Every Morning Will Change Your Life
Sometimes the simplest daily habits can provide the most powerful, lasting effects. Drinking hot lemon water first thing in the morning is one of those habits that I encourage everyone to incorporate into their morning routines. It takes all of 3 minutes to heat up a mug of water and squeeze half of a lemon.… Continue reading How Drinking Lemon Water Every Morning Will Change Your Life
Morning Pineapple Ginger Green Smoothie
An absolutely delicious green smoothie made with spinach, banana, pineapple, ginger, and lemon. Not only is it so bright and inviting, but your body will thank you for all of the wonderful health benefits! Where do I even begin with the incrediable benefits of green smoothies? They’re nutrient dense and extremely alkalining. Why is it… Continue reading Morning Pineapple Ginger Green Smoothie
Why You Should Be Taking Probiotics for a Healthy Gut
Did you know about 80% of your immune system resides in your gut? This is why it is so important to maintain a healthy gut flora that is thriving with good bacteria. These good bacteria, known as probiotics, help form a protective barrier that line your digestive tract and support your body’s ability to absorb… Continue reading Why You Should Be Taking Probiotics for a Healthy Gut