There will always comes a time when dips are in demand - so, this creamy pesto cashew dip;s existence became inevitable. Dips are usually junks, inorganic, and unhealthy. Well, say no more because in this cuisine recipe, you will be taught on how to prepare this Paleo Creamy Pesto Cashew Dip - a healthy paleo dip for all kinds of food.
The cuisine is made with raw cashews, olive oil, fresh basil leaves, sea salt, black pepper, garlic, juice of lemons, and sliced veggies such as cucumbers, peppers, or carrots. As you can see, these ingredients are vegetables, and vegetables in this modern times is the holy grail of health wise life. ...
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Holiday Gifts for the Paleo Foodie
Do you have a loved one who is a Paleo devotee? Perhaps you are looking for a great holiday gift item for the Paleo foodie in your life. Here are a few great ideas!
A Vitamix, Blendtec or other high speed blender
While the initial investment may seem hefty for a top of the line high speed blender your loved one will get incredible mileage from this kitchen device. You can make soups, nut butters, nut milk, smoothies, puddings, sauces and more with a great high speed blender.
A gift card for Thrive Market
Thrive Market is an online shipping marketplace for health foods that are offered at a fraction of the price.
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Paleo Mint Irish Cocktail
Irish cream and crème de menthe make for an amazing holiday cocktail that guests will be thrilled to drink. This Paleo Cocktail is refreshing, sweet and indulgent all in one sip.
To make the Paleo Mint Irish Cocktail, all you need is Irish creme liqueur, Crème de menthe, Vodka, and ice. With just these four ingredients, you are one step closer to having the paleo cocktail. Now let’s talk about why this cocktail is included in the Paleo diet plan.
Actually, there is no fancy vitamins nor nutrients you’re going to get from these ingredients.What is stressed here is that you can drink this while in the paleo diet plan. ...
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Habits and Strategies to Do When You Hit A Weight-Loss Plateau
Even the fittest person or most disciplined eater has hit a plateau with their weight loss or fitness goals. These plateaus happen when we need to make a few changes to our routines. Here are few strategies to help you shake things up!
Keep your meals well rounded so you cut down on snacking
Mindless snacking or even having too many healthy snacks can cause you to hit a weight loss plateau. Make sure you are keeping your meals nutrient dense with protein, vegetable and healthy fat at each meal so you can stay satiated until your next meal. Here are a few easy Paleo snacks under 200 calories.
Keep your carbohydrate commensurate with your ...
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Is Coconut Oil Paleo?
Yes, coconut oil is definitely Paleo. In fact it’s one of the most loved sources of natural, healthy fats there is in the Paleo diet. You might already be aware that it provides the specific type of beneficial fatty acids called medium-chain fatty acids (or MCFAs), but coconut oil’s uses go way beyond this. Coconut oil can be used in “the kitchen, the bedroom and the bathroom”, in dozens of different ways. Take a look around the internet and you’ll realize there’s more than 100 different documented ways to use coconut oil at home every single day.
As one of the most versatile, healing oils there is, coconut has been used by populations ...
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Paleo Baked Carrot Fries
Though the mainstream potato fries also taste superb, these carrot fries is definitely something the whole world should not miss. Aside from it's delicious taste and the many health benefits, these are Paleo fries!
Carrots is a very good source of beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A that is good for the eyes. Sumac, an ingredient of this cuisine also, has higher antioxidant activities than many common fruits and vegetables, suggesting that sumac might have earned a place on the superfood list. That is the point there, you’ve got an superfood in your ingredients. This is the paleo diet is all about! Plus, it ...
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4 Paleo Foods That Help Heal Belly Bloat
Notice that salads, while light and easy to eat a lot of, wind up causing stomach discomfort later on? Do eggs or meat-heavy meals leave you satisfied, but also very gassy? Like it or not, certain foods are more likely to make us retain excess water and gas than others.
Raw veggies, eggs, dairy, stone fruit, carbonated drinks and refined grains are some of the most common–but bloating is a very individual matter, so it varies from person to person depending on their tolerability.
Here are four Paleo foods that can help you shed excess water and resolve bloating:
Probiotic-foods
Probiotics are “good bacteria” that live within the ...
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Paleo Roasted Butternut Squash with Crispy Sage Leaves
This paleo butternut squash is a perfect holiday menu item. In my personal opinion and perspective, I think that squash is really something that tastes good with whatever it is mixed and prepared with. I just love squash so much, so sharing this cuisine to you is exciting.
This cuisine is made with butternut squash, olive oil, sage leaves, sea salt and fresh ground peppers. The ingredients are just all this four. They can be easily acquired from the market. These ingredients also has some good benefits for the body. Here are their health benefits.
The impressive health benefits of squash are the nutrients, vitamins, and minerals ...
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Are Bananas Paleo?
Yes, bananas are Paleo.
Bananas are one of the most commonly eaten fruits in the United States. It’s no surprise, considering they’re full of sugary sweetness that makes them the perfect addition to comfort foods like pancakes, bread, cookies and muffins.
Bananas’ claim to fame is that they’re a great source of potassium and quick-releasing carbohydrates, which is one reason why they’re so loved by athletes. Potassium is a vital electrolyte that helps the body maintain fluid balance, heart health and muscular functioning, which means bananas are at the top of most people’s lists when they reach for a pre- or post-workout snack. But how ...
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Tips For Reducing Holiday Stress
No doubt about it, the holidays are usually the highlight of the winter. But with all the good food, shopping and time spent with family, also comes new sources of stress—from traveling, changing your routine, spending more money, and so on.
Stress can really put a big damper on your quality of life, interrupting your sleep, slowing down progress of your workouts and even potentially leading to weight gain. And that’s just about the last thing you want when you’re trying to soak in the festivities and enjoy yourself. Some level of stress is beneficial, because it actually keeps us motivated to get thigs done everyday. The problem is that ...
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