PART TWO – MY CHILDREN, MY GREATEST TEACHERS, MY FIRST AWAKENING
When my children were born, I was determined to keep them free of medications. I had learned about the suppressive nature of prescription drugs and I desired to keep them safe from side effects and the unexpected trajectory that a reliance on medicine can create. However, I compromised in the area of vaccination because of my fears as a new mom, false beliefs about vaccines, and a deep desire to protect my children.
I have been asked many times how I got into the field of natural healing. Over the next few weeks I will share my story, and I suspect it may be similar to yours. The experiences I have had have shaped my approach to healing and my beliefs about what is possible for my clients — and for everyone that is on their own healing journey. I believe that healing is always possible, that we can always move forward (no matter where we start), and that there is always hope.
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Glutathione is the most important antioxidant produced by the body. The body’s ability to produce glutathione plays a powerful role in assisting the body with detoxification and healing of Autism and other chronic medical conditions.
As we head into the cold and flu season, elderberries can be used to help fortify your immune system and fend off illnesses. How about adding elderberries into your cooking?
Ingredients
Directions
Sprinkle gelatin over cold juice in a large bowl.
Let stand for one minute.
Add hot juice and stir until gelatin completely dissolves (about 5 minutes).
Pour into a 13x9x2-inch glass pan.
Refrigerate until firm (about 3 hours).
Enjoy!
Jenna
“The soul always knows what to do to heal itself.
The challenge is to silence the mind.”
-Caroline Myss
During the hot summer months I enjoy starting the day with a bright and refreshing smoothie. What do you like to put in your smoothie?
Ingredients
1/2 cup diced mango
Juice of 1-2 small limes
1 peeled cucumber
1-2 green figs (Trader Joe’s has Organic Green Figs in the freezer section)
1-4 cup(s) of liquid: unsweetened almond milk, coconut water or celery water. Adjust amount of liquid to your taste and thickness desired.
Large handful of cilantro leaves (no stems please)
Large handful of baby spinach
Preparing your Tropical Greens Smoothie
Place the cilantro leaves, cucumber, figs, baby spinach and almond milk in a blender or food processor and purée until smooth.
Add the mango and lime juice and purée once more until you get the consistency you like.
Pour your smoothie into a chilled glass and enjoy!
Blessings,
Jenna
“Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.
The best is yet to come.”
-Zig Ziglar
Craving bread, but not the gluten? Try this fragrant, high-protein apple and walnut cake. It’s gluten-free and delicious!
Ingredients:
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 325F. Coat a 9×5 loaf pan liberally with coconut oil.
Combine 2 cups ground almonds, 1 cup chopped walnuts, 2 tbsp ground flaxseed, 1 tbsp cinnamon, 2 tsp aluminum free baking powder and ½ tsp salt in a bowl and mix.
In another bowl, combine 2 eggs, 1 cup unsweetened organic apple sauce, 1/2 cup walnut oil (or use coconut oil) and 1/4 cup of coconut milk. Pour the mixture into the dry ingredients and stir. If the mixture is very stiff, add 1 to 2 tbsp more of coconut milk.
Press the dough into the pan and bake for about 45 minutes. Check the cake by poking it with a toothpick. If the toothpick comes out clean, it is done.
Leave to cool for 20 minutes, then turn out. Slice and serve.
Enjoy!
Jenna
It’s really hard to find a granola without oats. Even granola that says it’s made with gluten-free oats is questionable. In addition, most granolas are very high in sugar. Therefore, I have put together a recipe with no added sugar that is made with all natural and paleo ingredients.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons almonds (soaked*)
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (soaked*)
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Handful of dried, fresh, or frozen organic blueberries (or other fruit of your choice)
Sprinkle of Vietnamese cinnamon
Pinch of Celtic salt
Add Ons:
Unsweetened coconut milk or almond milk
*Soaking Tips and Instructions:
Soak nuts and seeds:
1. To remove or reduce phytic acid.
2. To remove or reduce tannins.
3. To neutralize the enzyme inhibitors.
4. To encourage the production of beneficial enzymes.
5. To increase the amounts of vitamins, especially B vitamins.
6. To break down gluten and make digestion easier.
7. To make the proteins more readily available for absorption.
8. To prevent mineral deficiencies and bone loss.
9. To help neutralize toxins in the colon and keep the colon clean.
10. To prevent many health diseases and conditions.
Soak your nuts and seeds in water, salt water, or a warm water mixture with something acidic like apple cider vinegar or lemon juice. Within 7 to 24 hours the enzyme inhibitors are neutralized and the anti-nutrients are broken down regardless of the method you choose. Don’t forget to rinse the nuts and seeds with filtered water before storing, drying, or eating them.
If you choose to eat the nuts or seeds wet, make little batches and store them in the refrigerator. Or, you can dry the nuts and seeds in a dehydrator or oven on the lowest possible setting for 24 – 48 hours to remove all moisture.
Instructions:
Take 1 tablespoon of the pumpkin seeds and your almonds and pulse in the food processor a few times on low-speed until it reaches the consistency you like.
Put the mixture from the food processor into a bowl.
Add chia seeds, coconut flakes, blueberries, salt, and cinnamon.
Add the milk of your choosing and enjoy!
Blessings,
Jenna
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