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Spicy Thai Soup by Aimee DuFresne

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Spicy Thai Soup by Aimee DuFresne

Whether you are a vegan, vegetarian, or a meat-eater open to being more conscious of the health of yourself and fellow beings, you’ll find eating healthy is fun and easy. It is simply taking one day of the week to consciously eat foods that do not contain meat or meat products.

To make it even easier, I’m sharing this recipe with you today to tantalize your taste buds. Don’t worry if you don’t have a dehydrator, you can easily use your stovetop as an alternative.

Photograph by Russell James

I created this recipe a project while training at Matthew Kenney OKC Academy and it earned me the nickname Spicegirl.  Some comments received from my peers:  “It kicked my butt…and I loved it!”  “It’s making my eyeballs sweat.  The sign of a great dish!”   So, consider yourself warned, it’s a spicy dish.  If you are ready to add some spice in your life, read on.

Spicy Thai Soup

Vegetable Stock:

2 carrots, juiced

½ golden beetroot, juiced

¼ red onion, juiced

8 stalks celery, juiced

2 tsp lemongrass juice

2 tsp lime juice

1 red chilli, finely chopped

1 large sprig of basil (approx. 8 leaves)

2-3 sprigs of cilantro

Combine the juiced vegetables in a bowl and add the red chilli, basil and cilantro.

Dehydrate for 2 hours at 105 degrees Fahrenheit.

In another bowl, combine the following:

1 red bell pepper, julienned

10 cherry tomatoes, quartered

1 cup broccoli florets, chopped

3 cups shitake mushrooms , sliced

1 red chilli pepper, finely chopped

Marinate the vegetables in the following:

½ cup Olive oil (or enough to coat the vegetables)

2T lime juice

2tsp salt

1 clove garlic, minced

1 T coconut aminos

6 basil leaves, chiffonade

2 tsp cilantro, minced

½ tsp ginger, minced

Place bowl in dehydrator for 2-3 hours

Remove basil and cilantro sprigs from stock and add:

¼ cup coconut milk

½ tsp coconut sugar

½ tsp lime juice

1 tsp coco aminos

Add dehydrated vegetables, stir and dehydrate for 1 hour

Top with minced cilantro

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Aimee DuFresne. certified as a life coach and raw vegan chef,  Aimee worked at a chiropractic clinic and benefited from learning more about health and wellness.  Aimee and her guests, leading health, wellness and lifestyle experts, shatter the myth life has to be so hard and teach you vital lessons to live a life you love.  Vital Lessons guides you to clear the clutter from your outer life and calm your inner chaos. Aimee and her expert interviewees will give you tips, tools and techniques to set yourself up for success, whether it is increased energy, improved work/life balance, deeper relationships, thriving after loss, or simply taking the time to relax and enjoy the moment. Listen in and be inspired to keep going to create the life you crave. Vital Lessons is broadcast live every Wednesday at 11 AM Pacific Time on VoiceAmerica Health and Wellness.

Listen Live: http://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2243/vital-lessons-feeding-your-body-mind-and-soul

Eating Healthy on a Budget: Tip Part 1 of 5

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Eating Healthy on a Budget: Tip Part 1 of 5

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“Eating healthy is expensive.” I have heard this from numerous clients transitioning onto a healthy lifestyle. When I transitioned my own lifestyle, I actually saved a bundle. Here’s how I did it. (See Tips 2, 3, 4, 5)

Tip No. 1. Buy Fresh local produce – It’s better for your body and your wallet when you eat according to the season. Locally grown food doesn’t have to travel far to get to your plate nor is it grown under artificial conditions. Therefore, you get the most flavor and nutritional value from them, and it is much more affordable. Want to know what’s in season?   www.eattheseasons.com (for US residents) and www.eattheseasons.co.uk (for UK residents).

Here are some options where you can buy  the best of what’s in season:

Farmer’s Markets: I love the farmer’s markets. The energy of community is great and you get the opportunity to meet the farmer’s who grow your food and ask them questions. It gets you in touch with nature and the origin of our food. And often, you’ll find new fruits and veggies you never knew existed, and people are happy to share recipes and tips on cooking and serving. All this for a fraction of the cost. I left my local farmer’s market last week with an abundance of veggies for two people (lasting us about a week) for less than $30. Find a farmer’s market near you by clicking here.

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA): To get your hands on the best grub at the market, you might consider joining a CSA. Terms vary but the basic premise is you buy ‘shares’ or become a member in exchange for a certain amount of fresh vegetables. For more information and to find CSAs in your area, click here.

Fresh food delivered to your door: Similar to CSAs, there are other membership programs available for getting fresh food delivered to your door. For those living in Richmond, Virginia area, check out The Farm Table. For those in the VA and DC areas, there is also Relay Foods, which carries other groceries in addition to vegetables.

Grow your own: If you’ve got a green thumb, a bit of land, or an interest in going green while saving the green in your wallet, you might want to consider growing your own. Garden plots are popping up everywhere in urban areas and even schools so don’t let your location stop you from learning more.

What tip did you find most helpful? Post below and let me know. Got a favorite tip for eating healthy on a budget? Don’t keep it to yourself! Share it below!

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Thanks for reading!

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Aimee DuFresne. certified as a life coach and raw vegan chef,  Aimee worked at a chiropractic clinic and benefited from learning more about health and wellness.  Aimee and her guests, leading health, wellness and lifestyle experts, shatter the myth life has to be so hard and teach you vital lessons to live a life you love.  Vital Lessons guides you to clear the clutter from your outer life and calm your inner chaos. Aimee and her expert interviewees will give you tips, tools and techniques to set yourself up for success, whether it is increased energy, improved work/life balance, deeper relationships, thriving after loss, or simply taking the time to relax and enjoy the moment. Listen in and be inspired to keep going to create the life you crave. Vital Lessons is broadcast live every Wednesday at 11 AM Pacific Time on VoiceAmerica Health and Wellness.

Listen Live: http://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2243/vital-lessons-feeding-your-body-mind-and-soul

For Chocolate Lovers Only: The Mudslide with Chocolate Fudge Swirl (raw vegan)

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For Chocolate Lovers Only: The Mudslide with Chocolate Fudge Swirl (raw vegan)

   Mudslide-Mocktail

    This is a quick recipe that is easy to make, delicious, healthy, vegan and full of chocolate. Interested?  Thought so! Perfect for impressing guests or just enjoying on your own.

Serves 2

Ingredients

For the chocolate fudge:

– ¾ cup maple syrup

– ¾ cup cacao powder

– 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted

– pinch of salt

For the mudslide:

– 1 cup So Delicious Almond Plus unsweetened almond milk

– 2 bananas, peeled and frozen

– 1 tablespoon chocolate fudge

– 1 teaspoon almond extract

– stevia to taste  (optional)

Instructions

For the fudge:

– Place ingredients in high-speed blender until thoroughly mixed.

– Set aside 1 tablespoon of the mixture to add in the mudslide.

– Take the remaining mixture and place in a piping bag/plastic bag

For the mudslide:

– Place all the mudslide ingredients in high-speed blender (liquids first) until smooth & creamy

To serve:

– Swirl chocolate fudge inside glass (using the piping bag/plastic bag),

– Pour in mudslide mixture

– Garnish with a swirl of chocolate fudge

Please note: You will have some extra fudge left over to enjoy later. Perfect topping for ice cream and will last for 5 days in the fridge

Tasty Alternative: Make a Mocha Mudslide by using coffee extract in place of almond extract.

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Aimee DuFresne. certified as a life coach and raw vegan chef,  Aimee worked at a chiropractic clinic and benefited from learning more about health and wellness.  Aimee and her guests, leading health, wellness and lifestyle experts, shatter the myth life has to be so hard and teach you vital lessons to live a life you love.  Vital Lessons guides you to clear the clutter from your outer life and calm your inner chaos. Aimee and her expert interviewees will give you tips, tools and techniques to set yourself up for success, whether it is increased energy, improved work/life balance, deeper relationships, thriving after loss, or simply taking the time to relax and enjoy the moment. Listen in and be inspired to keep going to create the life you crave. Vital Lessons is broadcast live every Wednesday at 11 AM Pacific Time on VoiceAmerica Health and Wellness.

Listen Live: http://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2243/vital-lessons-feeding-your-body-mind-and-soul

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