Are they healthy for us? First of all, peanuts should not be treated like nuts because they are not. Nuts grow on trees and peanuts grow underground. They are botanically legumes. They have good and bad sides. As in any other plant-based product, they definitely have something good in them, like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fatty acids. They also contain copper which helps in keeping cholesterol level under control and reduces the cardiovascular problems. Unfortunately,

Right from the start I'll tell you there is a big myth on the market, related to flaxseeds. The myth is not about its nutritional value though. It's about the way you should be consuming flaxseeds. Before jumping to the myth, let me talk about their nutritional value. Flaxseeds are an excellent source of healthy fats. They are unique because they are pretty much the only known to me product with all 3 Omega's; Omega 3, 6 and 9. A lot of people take fish oil for Omega 3, but f

If you ask me which element is the most important for our body, I will say, it must be Magnesium. Why? Because it is involved in more than 600 different processes in our body. It has effects on metabolism, transmission of nerve impulses to our brain, processing of fatty acids and proteins, helps in muscle movements, helps body to build new proteins (which means renewing our body). It helps to control blood glucose, and blood pressure. Without Magnesium we will feel weak and o

In this article I will break the myth about alkalizing fruits. After 8 weeks of complete body cleansing decided to make a research on the list of fruits which are widely promoted as highly alkalizing. I was eating only one kind of fruit each day. Then I was testing my pH. During this experiment I made pretty interesting discoveries and must say that I have always supported the fruitarianism (fruit only diet) as the healthiest and the best diet on Earth. But yet, myself I woul

People who prefer carnivores diet often poke fun at vegans that plants cry and feel pain, yet vegans eat them anyway. Some vegans also believe plants have feelings. So, do plants feel pain? Do they cry? Some people say plants grow better when you talk to them and believe this proves plants have feelings. This actually happens for one simple reason, which is plants feed on carbon dioxide, and talking close to them gives them more carbon dioxide. It was also noticed indoor pla

Many people believe fruit juices are a mega dose of nutrients and vitamins, which would be more difficult to consume if eaten in whole fruits in one meal. In this article by the word "juice" I mean the real fresh squeezed juice and not the one you can buy in a store, which by all means is not a juice anymore but a highly processed sugary beverage. Yes, even those called "100% juice" and displayed in a refrigerator, but this is a different topic. Let's stick to the question of

This sauce tastes really delicious with salads and pasta, in a sandwich and over cooked vegetables. Just add all below ingredients into a blender and blend until creamy. Keeps for 3 days in refrigerator. Ingredients: 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 cups cashews (priory soaked for at least 12 hours in cold or room temperature water) 3 whole celery sticks 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped onion 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, minced 1/4 cup chopped tomato 1 Tbsp minced garlic Enjoy, an

Protein is probably one of the BIGGEST myths existing today which originated in the USA, and one of the most asked questions that vegan or vegetarian people are asked is "Where do vegans get their protein?" A big myth is going on around this topic, which I want to destroy in this article. Why is our society so concerned about protein? When and how was the myth about protein born? How much protein do we need daily? Do we have to have animal protein? Does plant protein cover th

Takes not more than 10 minutes to prepare and 23-25 minutes baking on 325F. Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups almond flour 2/3 cup coconut flour 3/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon coconut oil Any egg substitute equaled to 4 eggs 3/4 cup almond milk or other milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon I used mixer on slower setting to beat until well blended. but hand beating will be just fine. Bake on wax paper. You do no

Here is one of such salads which turns out super nutritional and tastes good. Ingredients: Carrots Black Spanish Radish Butternut Squash (raw) Hemp seeds (can put any other seeds. Only make sure they are raw.) Truffle oil (only for flavor) A pinch of black salt *For veggies can be zucchini, raw white potato, white cabbage and many others Grind carrots, radish and butternut squash, add hemp seeds approximately 2-3 Tbsp, salt to taste and about 1 Tbsp of Truffle oil for flavor.

A super quick treat and a healthy substitute for candies. Ingredients: Dates Any nuts (I use raw almonds) Coconut butter mixed with a little honey (optional) Cut a date along side, insert one nut and close it :). As simple as that. Tastes really good. You can experiment with different stuffings. Naturally dates taste the best with walnuts.

STRESS RELIEF We all live in the same world with evil and as the result all of us get into stressful situations or have something that upsets us. Below I want to offer quick remedies that support nerve system and help rebuilt it.. Just pick the one you will enjoy more or have available ingredients, make your cup of not only healing but also tasty solution and leave your worries behind. Keep in mind that these recipes help on physical level. You also will have to find a way to

Ingredients: Spaghetti squash Bell peppers (any color) Green peas Onion Carrots Tomatoes Mushrooms (optional) Spinach (optional) Pasta sauce (optional) Salt to taste Black pepper to taste Red hot pepper (optional) Any herbs to your taste 1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F 2) Cut squash in 2 parts. Remove seeds. Grease with avocado oil. Sprinkle with salt and put in oven the cut side down on the pan until completely soft turning. I use avocado oil and coconut oil for cooking. T

How much water you believe you should be drinking each day? Here are the most common myths about water consumption:

Many people believe that bananas do not have to be organic due to their protective thick skin. Well, get ready for some low-down on bananas

I am going to share some available facts along with my personal findings about lemons, and why you should be careful with this fruit.