Certified Nutritional Practitioner
Laurel McBrine 
I stopped by Whole Foods a few days ago to pick up a salad for lunch and saw this product – tofu that is made from organic, non-GMO, sprouted soybeans! For those who are a little prejudiced against tofu, don’t knock it until you have … Read more
Fruit should be eaten alone, according to food combining rules. But what about green smoothies – doesn’t blending fruit with greens break that rule and invite digestive problems? I was wondering about that myself, after someone left a comment here regarding just this question. I … Read more
Here we have, from top to bottom: Tamari almonds, Coconut ” bacon” and two trays of Kale Chips. I don’t have the Teflexx mats yet, so I use parchment paper and that works great. If you don’t have a dehydrator, you can set the oven … Read more
For those chocolate cravings, I have come up with a recipe that rivals Starbucks Chocolate Banana Vivanno in taste and definitely kills it with nutritional quality. This drink is sugar free. The sweetness comes from the banana and stevia in the protein powder. Delicious Creamy … Read more
Here is my lunch – avocado, mixed greens, tomato, cucumber and some dijon mustard. It was absolutely fabulous!
This morning I set out trying to find the scrap of paper upon which I had scribbled the ingredients and measurements for the Raw Creamy Tomato Sauce I put together to serve over zucchini noodles. So far, the search has been fruitless, but I will … Read more
This dish was really delicious! I made the “pasta” with a peeler I bought at a trade show – 3 for $25. I purchased two regular peelers (one for my mom) and one that juliennes the vegetables. Next purchase: A spiralizer – these nifty gadgets … Read more
Well, despite my best efforts, I came down with the flu, so I have been out of commission for awhile. I am also working against deadlines for some paintings I need to complete ASAP! While recuperating, I got on a kick of looking at raw … Read more
I have been really ill with the flu the past week or so – high fever, chills, headache, cough, runny nose. I am just starting to recuperate and slowly start putting some nutrition in my body. During my convalescence, I have been reading everything I … Read more
Now that flu season is upon us, why not try a delicious tasting antidote? Don’t be shocked when you see the price tag, but this little jar of deliciousness is also a potent immunity booster. This container of Manuka Honey has 400 UMF, which is … Read more