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Millet

curanaturale — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:01:56 +0000

Millet

1 cup of millet
2-3 cups of water
pinch of sea salt

Wash millet and drain. Repeat the rinsing 2 or 3 times. Place millet in a pan and dry-toast if for a richer flavor. Heat the washed grain in a pot or a skillet, stirring constantly until it is toasted dry and gives off a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes. Add water to toasted millet. Use 2 cups water for a fluffy grain. Use 3 cups water for a creamier grain. Bring water, millet and a pinch of salt to boil, lower heat, cover, and simmer 30-40 minutes, until all the water is absorbed.

Makes 2 1/2-3 cups

From Feeding the Whole Family

Quinoa

curanaturale — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:55:34 +0000

Quinoa

1 cup quinoa
Pinch of sea salt
1 3/4 cups of water

Rinse quinoa well with warm water and drain. Quinoa has a natural coating called saponin that repels insects and birds and can create a bitter taste. Rinsing with warm water removes the saponin. Place rinsed quinoa, salt and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer 15-20 minutes, until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Makes 2 1/2 – 3 cups

From Feeding the Whole Family

Confetti Rice Salad

curanaturale — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:12:10 +0000

Salad:

4 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup red pepper, chopped
1 carrot, grated or chopped
2 Tbsp. fresh chives or 1 scallion, finely chopped
1 cup chopped red cabbage
1 cup chopped parsley or 1/2 parsley/1/2 cilantro
1/3 cup sunflower seeds

Dressing:
6 Tbsp unrefined sesame oil
4 Tbsp brown rice vinegar
1 tsp tamari

Toss brown rice with chopped vegetables and sunflower seeds until evenly mixed. Pour vinaigrette ingredients in a bottle or jar; shake vigorously. Drizzle on rice and vegetables; toss gently.

Makes 8 Servings

From: Feeding the Whole Family

Is Junk Food Really Cheaper?

curanaturale — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:36:07 +0000

Click Here to Find Out the Answer:

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/25/opinion/sunday/is-junk-food-really-cheaper.html?_r=1&pagewanted=all

Antibiotics and Obesity

curanaturale — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 03:29:45 +0000

http://www.latimes.com/health/boostershots/la-heb-antibiotic-resistant-obesity-asthma-diabetes-20110824,0,4185617.story

Easy Egg-Free Broccoli Casserole

curanaturale — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:14:29 +0000

In a Blender (Vitamix or Blendtec):

1.5 cups cashew milk

3/4 cup coconut milk

3/4 tsp sea salt

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder (use less if making the casserole with sauteed onions)

1 tbsp chia seed meal

1 cup fresh spinach

Combine:

Blended liquids

3 cups cooked quinoa

4 cups raw broccoli

1 cup sauteed onions and celery

Pour into large rectangular baking dish

Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes

From: The Spunky Coconut

Nature and Healing

curanaturale — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 02:36:38 +0000

“The art of healing comes from nature, not from the physician. Therefore the physician must start from nature, with an open mind.” … Continue reading →

REBALANCE YOUR HEALTH NATURALLY THROUGH DETOXIFICATION

curanaturale — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 16:05:10 +0000

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Why should you detoxify your body?

Simply said – to feel better
Increase energy
Maintain health
Eliminate accumulated toxins
Clear your body’s filter
Reduce toxin burden

Detoxification goals to restore health naturally:

REMOVE —- toxins through diet and lifestyle changes
RESTORE —- healthy functioning of the digestive system
REVITALIZE —- enhance liver and detoxification pathways
REPLENISH —– gut health with specific nutrients for healing

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FALL CLEANSE October 18th thru November 8th

curanaturale — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 17:27:55 +0000

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Organic vs. Non-Organic

curanaturale — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:55:25 +0000

Check out this video of a child and her grandmother doing an experiment on organic vs. non-organic potatoes. Share with loved ones and other children. Enjoy!