Nutrition and Cooking Class in Peculiar MO

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Karen

Take the Next Step to Vibrant Health

Nutrition and Cooking Class

2^nd Monday of the Month

May 13 6:30-8:00

Where: Higher Ground Social Club

13201 E. 216^th St

Peculiar, MO 64078

Are you experiencing health issues that you believe can benefit from a better diet? Do you want to jump start weight loss or transition to more healthy eating habits? You are invited to join Karen Duggan, Holistic Nutrition Coach as she teaches you to reclaim your kitchen and take the next step to vibrant health.

Next Session: The Truth about Dairy and Protein. Sort out the truth from the myths. How much and what kind of milk and protein support vibrant health? Simple and delicious recipes will be demonstrated and sampled in class including my amazing veggie dip, my favorite dessert, homemade almond milk and a yummy salad and more.

Cost: $25 RSVP: At the Poppy Seed 816-779-5600

Amazing 2 Ingredient Banana Pancakes (Gluten free – Sugar free)

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Karen

A friend told me about this so simple recipe. It's all over the internet so I'm not sure who to give the credit to. These are the BEST and so simple. I can't wait to top them with fresh, local strawberries and blueberries. Continue reading →

Asian Bok Choy and Tuna

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Karen

On my last shopping trip I picked up some bok choy and ginger. As I was considering preparing the bok choy I had the thought….. saute the ginger until crisp with garlic and saute bok choy. As I was cooking this part, the rest of the ingredients to add just popped into my mind, cashews, curry and tuna. Wow! This turned out to be delicious. And so another recipe was born tonight! Simple and Delicious…few ingredients and 20 minute prep. Continue reading →

Nutritious Chocolate Truffles

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Karen

1 cup organic cocoa powder or raw cacao powder

1/4 cup coconut oil, melted

1/4 cup honey

1/2 cup coconut cream (the cream from the top of a full fat unsweetened can of coconut) or coconut cream that comes in a jar called Coconut Manna or see below for making your own out of unsweetened coconut…simple and economical!

pinch of sea salt

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Don’t drink water

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Karen

with your meals. I learned about the benefits of not drinking water with meals firsthand at the beginning of my health journey. One of the biggest challenges for me was symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. I discovered that when I did not drink water with my meals my tummy was much happier and the pain was less. Why? Continue reading →

The Skinny on Fats

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Karen

The cultural and media messages in recent years have focused on "low-fat" as being the healthy choice. The truth is most people lack enough good fat to support vibrant health. I frequently hear clients saying they are cutting out fat to lose weight and I want to shout "NO" as I know that cutting out good fats can set you up for health problems. Continue reading →

Because I love you…Read this

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Karen

When something comes across my desk that is so important for the health of the people I love, (that is you my readers) I must share. Continue reading →

Food as Medicine

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Karen

I am intrigued by the concept of food as medicine. I am attaching a link to a document “Food As Medicine” that is a simple guide to herbs and spices and how they help the body to heal. Continue reading →

Changing The Way We Eat

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Karen

My husband attended a TedX conference on Saturday on “Changing the Way We Eat”. One of the speakers, LaDonna Redmond shared her food journey and I was inspired when I heard her story and wanted to pass it on to you. The speaker is LaDonna Redmond and her story started with the birth of her son who developed severe food allergies. The video is 15 minutes and worth your time to watch.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWukl6lqyJI

My Favorite Herb and Why I Use it Everyday

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Karen

My Favorite Herb and Why I Use it Everyday It is bright orange, has a mild taste and is a powerful antioxidant. What is it? Continue reading →

bodykare by karen

love God love people…Cook real, simple, delicious food