This healthy soup is simple to make, delicious, and packed full of vibrant spring vegetables. It’s the perfect companion on a long brisk hike or when spring showers keep you indoors. Lentils are often overlooked, even though they are a fabulous way to get a wide range of nutrients. They are full of B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, […]
When spring hits, it’s very common to feel an animal need to “clean”, both our homes and our bodies. Naturally, over the winter we move less, eat less fresh food, and build up toxins. Come spring, we want to burst forth, like the wildflowers, and kickstart living again. This meal is your ticket to doing […]
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Spring is one of the best seasons, and for good reason; the air is fresh and crisp and life is bursting forth. In our area in British Columbia, wildflowers paint the surrounding landscapes, creating a dramatic juxtaposition to the lush and vibrant evergreens. This meal, featuring fresh, spring vegetables, is a true representation of this magical […]
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Hydrotherapy, or water therapy, has been used for a variety of health treatments for thousands of years. Even before the Egyptians, humans have been steaming, mineral spring soaking, and immersing in cold water to boost healing in the body and mind. Hydrotherapy has long been incorporated in naturopathic, Ayurvedic, and Taoist health practices—even our modern, […]
Here we go again—our third edition of our 2-day/48-hour healthy meal plan is ready for you to enjoy! (View the first two: 2-Day Meal Plan #1, View 2-Day Meal Plan #2). First, let’s back up a bit. Healthy is a broad statement, so let’s define what we mean by a healthy meal plan: Anti-inflammatory Balances blood […]
What’s better than avocado toast? Healthy avocado toast. Swap out your typical bread for an Ezekial sprouted grain bread, which is becoming increasingly mainstream, and for good reason. Sprouting is the practice of germinating seeds. This process makes the seeds come to life, as they literally begin to grow little shoots, making their nutrients more digestible. […]
This Orange & Fennel Salad with Endive & Apple Cider Hemp Seed Vinaigrette just screams elegance. Fortunately, it backs that elegance up with nutrients and flavor! Notes about this meal: 12 guests recently made this recipe alongside our chef and nutritionist in a virtual Basecamp Weekend Retreat. It is the first lunch in our 48-Hour Anti-Inflammatory […]
Achieving balance is no small feat. Especially when it comes to elements of our life that involve rituals, friends, or cravings. Take a few of the most common ones; sugar, alcohol, and caffeine. We all battle these daily, and constantly. One month, we’re off of them completely, then the next we find ourselves overindulged to […]
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Having a go-to marinade is an essential skill for any home chef. Something that is quick, easy, and simple, yet complex enough to add robust flavor to your dish, but also not packed with sugar and salt to just trick our tastebuds. The marinade used in this recipe may just become your saving grace. It has […]
If you love cheesy, creamy soups but want a simple, healthy option, this Cream of Broccoli & Chickpea Soup recipe is for you! Incredibly quick and easy to make, the addition of nutritional yeast adds an almost “cheesy” flavor mimicking a broccoli cheese soup, while finishing with Greek yogurt adds a creamy feel and subtly tart […]
We live in a world of choice; 50 shades of grey, 150 flavors of ice cream, 50 styles of yoga, and over 300 various mind/body practices of meditation. It’s oh so easy to get frozen in the decision-making process and then not choose anything! Below is a summary of the different kinds of meditation to […]
This Lebanese inspired dish is fresh, healthy, and spiced to perfection. Traditionally called Dolmas, these stuffed grape leaves can easily be made vegetarian by substituting chickpeas for the grass-fed ground beef. Grape leaves, which are most commonly found in jars and often on the international aisles of grocery stores, are low in calories, but high in minerals […]
This full meal combines unique flavors and ingredients brilliantly. Let’s start with endives—when was the last time you had endives? Perhaps never. If so, you’re not alone, but you’ve been missing out; endives are packed full of vitamin K, which helps to make various proteins that are needed for blood clotting and the building of bones. Endives are […]
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Featuring two nutrient-packed late winter/early spring vegetables, cauliflower and fennel, this Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Roasted Garlic Cauliflower & Fennel Apple Salad with Apple Cider Hemp Seed Vinaigrette recipe is best made from late January to April and is a wonderful option for both lunch and dinner. Cauliflower is a great source of […]
If you’re looking for a delicious, nutritious, and healthy meal plan to reset your metabolism and energy levels, you’ve come to the right place. Designed by our classically-trained chef and certified nutritionist, this 48-hour plan covers the entire day, from waking to sleep, and teaches you how to treat food as fuel, eating nutrient-dense ingredients […]
Green Spring Vegetable Lentil Soup
/in Recipes /by adminThis healthy soup is simple to make, delicious, and packed full of vibrant spring vegetables. It’s the perfect companion on a long brisk hike or when spring showers keep you indoors. Lentils are often overlooked, even though they are a fabulous way to get a wide range of nutrients. They are full of B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, […]
Chickpeas & Mushrooms with Charred Scallion Vinaigrette Over Roasted Shallots & Turnips with Sautéed Spring Vegetables
/in Recipes /by adminWhen spring hits, it’s very common to feel an animal need to “clean”, both our homes and our bodies. Naturally, over the winter we move less, eat less fresh food, and build up toxins. Come spring, we want to burst forth, like the wildflowers, and kickstart living again. This meal is your ticket to doing […]
Chicken Breast with Charred Scallion Vinaigrette Over Roasted Shallots & Turnips with Sautéed Spring Vegetables
/in Recipes /by adminSpring is one of the best seasons, and for good reason; the air is fresh and crisp and life is bursting forth. In our area in British Columbia, wildflowers paint the surrounding landscapes, creating a dramatic juxtaposition to the lush and vibrant evergreens. This meal, featuring fresh, spring vegetables, is a true representation of this magical […]
Hydrotherapy and it’s benefits
/in Habits to Health, Tips & Advice /by adminHydrotherapy, or water therapy, has been used for a variety of health treatments for thousands of years. Even before the Egyptians, humans have been steaming, mineral spring soaking, and immersing in cold water to boost healing in the body and mind. Hydrotherapy has long been incorporated in naturopathic, Ayurvedic, and Taoist health practices—even our modern, […]
48-Hour Anti-Inflammatory Meal Plan
/in Recipes /by adminHere we go again—our third edition of our 2-day/48-hour healthy meal plan is ready for you to enjoy! (View the first two: 2-Day Meal Plan #1, View 2-Day Meal Plan #2). First, let’s back up a bit. Healthy is a broad statement, so let’s define what we mean by a healthy meal plan: Anti-inflammatory Balances blood […]
Ezekiel Avocado Nut Butter Toast
/in Recipes /by adminWhat’s better than avocado toast? Healthy avocado toast. Swap out your typical bread for an Ezekial sprouted grain bread, which is becoming increasingly mainstream, and for good reason. Sprouting is the practice of germinating seeds. This process makes the seeds come to life, as they literally begin to grow little shoots, making their nutrients more digestible. […]
Orange & Fennel Salad with Endive & Apple Cider Hemp Seed Vinaigrette
/in Recipes /by adminThis Orange & Fennel Salad with Endive & Apple Cider Hemp Seed Vinaigrette just screams elegance. Fortunately, it backs that elegance up with nutrients and flavor! Notes about this meal: 12 guests recently made this recipe alongside our chef and nutritionist in a virtual Basecamp Weekend Retreat. It is the first lunch in our 48-Hour Anti-Inflammatory […]
Finding Balance with sugar, alcohol, and caffeine
/in Habits to Health, Tips & Advice /by adminAchieving balance is no small feat. Especially when it comes to elements of our life that involve rituals, friends, or cravings. Take a few of the most common ones; sugar, alcohol, and caffeine. We all battle these daily, and constantly. One month, we’re off of them completely, then the next we find ourselves overindulged to […]
Spiced Orange Roasted Chicken with Delicata Squash & Garlic Roasted Broccoli
/in Recipes /by adminHaving a go-to marinade is an essential skill for any home chef. Something that is quick, easy, and simple, yet complex enough to add robust flavor to your dish, but also not packed with sugar and salt to just trick our tastebuds. The marinade used in this recipe may just become your saving grace. It has […]
Cream of Broccoli & Chickpea Soup
/in Recipes /by adminIf you love cheesy, creamy soups but want a simple, healthy option, this Cream of Broccoli & Chickpea Soup recipe is for you! Incredibly quick and easy to make, the addition of nutritional yeast adds an almost “cheesy” flavor mimicking a broccoli cheese soup, while finishing with Greek yogurt adds a creamy feel and subtly tart […]
Different Kinds of Meditation
/in Habits to Health, Relaxation, Tips & Advice /by adminWe live in a world of choice; 50 shades of grey, 150 flavors of ice cream, 50 styles of yoga, and over 300 various mind/body practices of meditation. It’s oh so easy to get frozen in the decision-making process and then not choose anything! Below is a summary of the different kinds of meditation to […]
Stuffed Grape Leaves with Cucumber Tomato Buckwheat & Yogurt Tahini Dressing
/in Recipes /by adminThis Lebanese inspired dish is fresh, healthy, and spiced to perfection. Traditionally called Dolmas, these stuffed grape leaves can easily be made vegetarian by substituting chickpeas for the grass-fed ground beef. Grape leaves, which are most commonly found in jars and often on the international aisles of grocery stores, are low in calories, but high in minerals […]
Filet with Pan Apple Chutney, Carrot Parsnip Mash & Braised Endive & Celery
/in Recipes /by adminThis full meal combines unique flavors and ingredients brilliantly. Let’s start with endives—when was the last time you had endives? Perhaps never. If so, you’re not alone, but you’ve been missing out; endives are packed full of vitamin K, which helps to make various proteins that are needed for blood clotting and the building of bones. Endives are […]
Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Roasted Garlic Cauliflower & Fennel Apple Salad with Apple Cider Hemp Seed Vinaigrette
/in Recipes /by adminFeaturing two nutrient-packed late winter/early spring vegetables, cauliflower and fennel, this Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Roasted Garlic Cauliflower & Fennel Apple Salad with Apple Cider Hemp Seed Vinaigrette recipe is best made from late January to April and is a wonderful option for both lunch and dinner. Cauliflower is a great source of […]
2-Day Healthy Meal Plan
/in Recipes /by adminIf you’re looking for a delicious, nutritious, and healthy meal plan to reset your metabolism and energy levels, you’ve come to the right place. Designed by our classically-trained chef and certified nutritionist, this 48-hour plan covers the entire day, from waking to sleep, and teaches you how to treat food as fuel, eating nutrient-dense ingredients […]