Cooking Healthy for Families- This THURSDAY at 6:30!

Join us THIS Thursday at 6:30 for

COOKING HEALTHY FOR FAMILIES!

Picky eaters have the power to turn a calm happy family meal into a frustrating battle of wills which often times results in parents preparing several meals at the same time.  Want to learn how to prepare healthy meals that all your family and even the pickiest eaters will love?  Sometimes as parents you must be sneaky to ensure your children get the nutrition they require.  Come join our discussion at the office to find out ideas for quick, delicious and nutritious meals for you and your family!  Please RSVP at drcarolynmaxfield@gmail.com.  We hope to see you there!!

Just a Couple Wedding Pictures!

I had to share just a few pictures with you all! (Because of Louie of course!)  Thank you all for the kind words over the past couple months.  It has meant so much to Garrett and I both!

 

Louie perfectly positioned himself as a road block in the middle of the receiving line.  Pretty smart.

A MUST TRY Refreshing Summer Drink!

Okay this is a must try drink for home.  I was inspired by a drink from a local coffee shop in Nashville called The Jam.  (If you are looking for healthy alternatives, almond milk options, sprouted bread, delicious food and drinks... you must check it out! Anyways...)  It is super easy and amazingly delicious.  The only ingredients are mineral water, apple cider vinegar and honey/xylitol.  The apple cider vinegar is amazing for you (helps digestion, fights sugar cravings and candida, weight loss, balance out pH levels in the body, etc.).  The honey or xylitol (for those on candida clear) helps to make it sweeter and nice and tasty! Also the mineral water gives it the bubbly/carbonation that a lot of people enjoy!  Its a great transition for those who are addicted and wanting to get off soda. 

Mix around 1/2 liter of mineral water, 1 TBS apple cider vinegar and 1 TBS honey (1/2 or 1 TBS xylitol).  When you mix it you will see it fizz up.  If you use honey you need to mix it well because it settles at the bottom.  You can add more of apple cider vinegar or honey/xylitol as needed.

The bubbly water with the ingredients is very refreshing.  Its perfect for those on candida clear with xylitol.  (I know on the sheet I give people it says no vinegar but you are good to go with apple cider vinegar.)  I find that every time I drink this I just feel better.  Its hard to explain and hopefully you all will have the feeling too!  Even if you just Google the benefits of ACV you will see all the great things it is doing for you. 

Let me know what you think! :)

Easy Side Dish!

In need of a simple side dish with 2 ingredients?  All you need is green beans and pecans (and coconut oil of course!)!  Sautee your green beans in coconut oil.  While they are cooking take a 1/2 cup of pecans or more and put in a zip lock baggie.  Take a spoon, fork, cup, etc. and crush the pecans into little pieces. 

When green beans are done add in the pecan pieces with some sea salt and pepper!  That is it!  It is simple and really tasty with the addition of the pecans.  I always add a lot more in mine- so you can add as many or little pecans as you would like!  Enjoy! :)

Nature Sunshine Special- June 10 to 12 ONLY

Time is Flying By!

Wow!! I can't believe that time has flown by and it is already the middle of May!  It has been WAY to long since I have last posted.  Life has been busy... in a good way!  I have been putting all my time into the office and my patients, planning a wedding and moving!  So needless to say... I have been terrible about updating the blog and posting recipes!  Once everything settles down in June I will be back at it!  Lots of new recipes, tips and supplement info for you all!  Until then I will leave you with Louie's wedding outfit... pretty handsome I must say! :) 

Simple Dinner!

Want a quick dinner?  (It is what I made really quickly tonight.)  Its pretty complicated... are you ready!?

Mix quinoa and marinara sauce together for a simple, tasty, quick dinner!  There you go!  I had quinoa already made from the other night- so in a pan I warmed up 2 tbs coconut oil, quinoa and marinara sauce.  I would have sprinkled some goat cheese on top but I didn't have it at home. 

So instead of making spaghetti with white or whole wheat noodles, next time try quinoa. (For those on Candida Clear DON'T use noodles that claim to be quinoa noodles.  They have both quinoa and brown rice.  You want to stay away from brown rice on Candida Clear which is why plain quinoa is your best option.)  Maybe even make some meatballs to go with it!  Click here for a candida clear friendly recipe. 

P.S.  When choosing marinara sauce make sure it has no food coloring or added sugars (which can be hard to find).  I have found a really delicious one at Kroger and Costco with no added sugars!!  Make sure to read your labels because they sneak added sugar in all the time.  Enjoy!