When I make a salad, I want it to be the main meal.  The star.  I never want to be hungry after eating one and I don’t ever want to be left feeling empty, pathetic and deprived (ok, maybe a little dramatic, but you get my drift).

So over the years, I’ve develop a few basic “rules” when it comes to making my salads . . .

Am I right in saying that so many "healthy" recipes these days are sweetening their cakes/muffins with applesauce?  

So what to do when getting your hands on organic apple sauce with NOTHING ELSE ADDED is harder than you think . . .

So why should we eat carrots?  I have a very good reason for you right here!

Today it's all about fat-soluble vitamin No. 3

Vitamin E

Along with a quick, simple and absolutely delicious tapenade recipe filled with vitamin E and good fats!

So we recently chatted about fat-soluble vitamin A and how if you want your body to absorb all of the brilliant benefits this vitamin provides, then you had to consume it with fat.  Fact!

Today, it's all about vitamin D . . .

Following the Autoimmune Protocol at Easter time?  Never fear ... I have you covered!

I'm all about lamb this Easter.

Wanna know why?

Cake.  Yes, it is possible to be on AIP and eat your cake too.  

Being a lover of baking cakes, making the decision to try the Autoimmune Protocol left me feeling deprived and depressed.  Was I ever going to eat cake again?  Or more to the point, was I ever going to grease a pan, whip up a batter and bake a cake again?

Cranberries.  Did you know the nutrients found in cranberries have been linked to a lower risk of urinary tract infections, improved immune function and decreased blood pressure?

No wonder they're eaten in abundance at Christmas time!

The humble pea.  

They may be nutrient dense, however these sweet balls of green are actually on the "avoid" list when on AIP. 

Why?  I hear you ask . . .

One of my favourite dishes to whip up during the Summer months, when I want to move a little slower.   When my body is craving comfort and nourishment, simplicity and of course, utter deliciousness.

As I sit here typing this, I’ve just passed the 7 month mark of being on the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP).

Holy cow! 

My initial thought when I started this back in May was that I would aim for the 2-3 month mark, hoping 1 single month would be all I need before I felt on top of the world again.

Jeez….how wrong I was.....

As you know, I’m in the midst of the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP).  However, I have made the decision that living the AIP life over the festive season will not preclude me from all of its deliciousness.  I’m all about self care - not deprivation! 

So with this in mind,  I have a little present for you all.

I’m sharing with you a free little book of my favourite Christmassy AIP sweet treats to help see you (and me) through the festive season. 

Merry Christmas!

Thinking about beginning or just starting out on the Autoimmune Paleo Protocol (AIP)?

One of the most daunting tasks can simply be the clearing out and restocking of your pantry with “allowable” foods. 

Where do you even start?

Right at this moment in time, I’m in the “loving and healing my gut” mindset.

Basically, I’ve been following the AIP diet since the beginning of May this year, and even though I’ve definitely felt the positive benefits of it, I have also been dealing with a few set-backs due to gut inflammation.  Why and how this is happening, I may never know, but I’m on a mission.

So what is leaky gut?

I’m talking all about alkalising foods at the moment.

What the hell are you talking about? I hear you ask . . .

Coconut Cream Icing - It’s so simple to make, it’s refined sugar and fructose free (your liver thanks you!), and if you’re a non-dairy eater like me …. you still get to make your cake and eat it too!

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