Monthly Archive: March 2012

Leafy Linkage (III)

For previous articles see leafy linkage I and II.   Here’s another roundup of what I’ve found interesting in the news lately.  Food for Thought – how the Mediterranean diet is good for your brain.  Previous studies have shown the positive cardiac effects of a diet centered around vegetables, fruits, fish, whole grains, nuts, olive oil and a moderate amount of alcohol, with limited consumption of red meat, sweets and refined grains.  But now there’s a study suggesting adhering to a Mediterranean-style diet is associated with a lower risk of stroke and cognitive disorders like… Read more >

Sokenbicha winner

About to go do the breakfast thang (I slept in big time). Just a quick announcement… The winners of the Sokenbicha tea are: lauren @ spicedplate When do you find tea most refreshing? ALL the time. i actually average around 12 cups a day. No word of a lie. What’s your favorite tea flavor/infusion? I really like chai..especially when it’s mixed with holy basil! Have you ever tried an aloe beverage? I drink aloe gel all of the time! taya @ thisgirlthrives I love Sokenbicha! It’s my treat whenever I (unleash myself and) go to… Read more >

Day 8: En Punta

Bienvenidos a la playa!   In spite of PLUNA Airlines’ complete disregard for flight times, we landed in Punta Del Este, Uruguay in good spirits, ready to start the second leg of our December vacation. I was so into this book, I didn’t even care that our flight was an hour behind schedule.  I also didn’t even notice Kyle take this picture with his iPad.  Now that’s a good book (Girl in Translation).  So.  A bit about why we chose Uruguay.  Everyone describes Punta Del Este as “the Saint-Tropez of South America” which basically means… Read more >

Carrot icicles and a big ‘ol brownie

Another day another packed lunch.     For breakfast I had oats with home-made almond granola on top (I just realized I never posted that recipe).  Oops!   I intended on eating the banana with the oats, but it was so good on it’s own I didn’t mess with it.  I ate this around 9 am – earlier than usual – but two of my three patients wanted to be left alone.  Provided they are medically stable, I try to accommodate their wishes as best I can.  I can relate to not being a morning person,… Read more >

Fudgy Double Decker Chocolate Brownies

Fudgy Double Decker Chocolate Brownies [vegan] Ingredients: Layer 1 3/4 cup all purpose flour 3/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 cup vegan butter 1/2 cup turbinado sugar 3 tbsp chia seeds 1 1/4 cup chocolate soy milk 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder Layer 2 1/4 cup peanut flour 1/2 cup chocolate soy milk 2 tbsp chia seeds 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp baking powder Directions: Pre-heat oven to 350.   First make layer one. In one bowl combine flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder and mix. In a separate bowl combine melted… Read more >