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Sara is a passionate advocate for natural approaches to health, she shares her tips here.

Double Chocolate Donuts - Gluten & Grain free

So after I made these delicious Lemon Poppyseed donuts, I decided that I had to see if I could make chocolate donuts - and these turned...

Lemon Poppyseed Donuts - Gluten & Grain free

Donuts. Usually they are a vehicle for sugar, white flour, and more sugar - which surely will set you up for a sugar rush & a crash (I...

"Skinny" Cookie Dough Balls

Why are these called "Skinny Cookie Dough?" These cookie dough balls contain tiger nut flour which in addition to being grain & gluten...

Gingerbread Cookies (gluten/grain free)

If you like holiday spice – you will love these cookies – they are full of spice and flavor. They are free of grains, gluten, and much...

Mint Chip Shake

I have always loved the combination of peppermint and chocolate - it is a classic. And mint chip ice cream? It's like a Summer...

Mom's Pumpkin Bread (grain & gluten free)

When I was a little girl, one of my favorite things was pumpkin bread - I would look forward to the fall when my mom would make her...

What is "Skinny Starch"?

Have you heard of resistant starch? Resistant starch is sometimes called the "Skinny Starch" because it can improve digestion, stabilize...

"Skinny" Raspberry Cream Tart (vegan, gluten & grain free)

Have you heard of “skinny starch”? It is also called “resistant starch” – because it resists digestion. What that means is that it...

Double Chocolate Peppermint Muffins

My hubby and I are invited to a holiday party tonight and my friend asked me to bring a "healthy but yummy Sara" dessert. So I decided...

Chive and Zucchini Mini Omelettes

I love making these mini omelettes in muffin tins – because they are easy and you always have leftovers. These are easy enough to get...

Greek Power Bowl

One of my favorite lunches is a salad with quinoa in it - I have dozens of combinations and call them "Quinoa Power Bowls" - because they...

Raisin "Bran" Muffins (Gluten & Grain Free)

A few years ago, I used to be a wheat-loving gal. I pretty much sustained myself on it - most mornings I would have a high fiber cereal...

Chia Seed Pudding

Chia seeds are a superfood – they are high in omega 3 fatty acids, protein, calcium, and many other nutrients. They are also high in a...

Dark Chocolate Pecan Tart (Gluten & Grain Free)

I am not a fan of pecan pie - I find it way too sweet, and don't like how it is kind of gelatinous. But I know it is a traditional pie...