healing through food a 14-day challange mariah romero
Start the day with green tea green tea is loaded with antioxidants and nutrients that have powerful effects on the body this includes improved brain function, fat loss, a lower risk of cancer and many other incredible benefits
quinoa tomato wrap Quinoa is one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat. It contains almost twice as much fiber as most other grains. tortilla hummus quinoa tomato
cook 1/2 cup of quinoa with 1 cup of water for 20 minutues. let cool for 5 minutes slice tomato
spread hummus on tortilla
place quinoa and tomato on tortilla wrap and enjoy
stuffed avocado Avocado is incredibly nutritious. They contain more potassium than bananas. They possess anti-inflammatory compounds that have an aspirin-like quality without thinning the blood. avocado tomato jalapeno onion garlic salt pepper
chop onions, tomato, jalapeno & garlic mix chopped ingredients into bowl
slice avocados in half and scoop out a little avocado place mixture into avocado and top with salt and pepper
aloe cooler Consuming aloe vera offers a colon cleanse all on its own. Aloe is wonderful for relieving constipation. oranges coconut water aloe vera leaf
slice & juice 2 oranges
transfer orange juice to blender and add the coconut water slice aloe vera leaf and scrape clear flesh into blender blend until smooth and foamy
Pour into a glass and enjoy right away
sweet potato & quinoa Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene). They are also a very good source of vitamin C, manganese, copper, pantothenic acid and vitamin B6. sweet potato quinoa salt pepper paprika
slice half a sweet potato into cubes boil in water for 15 minutes transfer to pan
sprinkle salt, pepper, and paprika all over potatoes
cook in oil for a few minutes
cook 1/2 cup of quinoa with 1 cup of water for 20 minutues. let cool for 5 minutes
raspberries & dark chocolate Berries main power comes from antioxidants. We need these antioxidants to fight the aging process and to stay alive in the constant threat to our health. Antioxidant means life while oxidants means death. raspberries dark chocolate
put a handful of raspberries in a bowl, add a handful of dark chocolate
(mine is coffee bean covered in dark chocolate)
zucchini bowl Zucchini contains good amounts of potassium that helps reduce blood pressure. It also contains moderate levels of folate that breaks down amino acids like homocysteine that cause heart attacks and strokes. zucchini onions tofu rice
cook 1/2 cup of rice to 1 1/2 cup of water for 15 minutes.
cut tofu into strips or cubes and cover with flour. place in hot oil and cook until crispy chop zucchini and onion and cook in pan with olive oil until soft
oat cookies Oats are the perfect way to start off your day, especially if you are trying to prevent or are currently dealing with heart disease or diabetes. almond butter quick oats honey egg
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix until well combined
Roll dough into 1 ½ - 2 inch balls and then place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet Place criss-cross fork marks on top of the cookies and sprinkle with sugar Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Enjoy!
cucumber wrap Cucumbers have a fountain-of-youth effect, hydrating us at the deepest cellular level possible. Plus, their cooling effect makes them excellent rejuvenation and especially effective at cooling a hot, stagnat liver. cucumber carrot avocado tortilla hummus
cup carrots, cucumber, and avocado
cut tofu into strips or cubes and cover with flour. place in hot oil and cook until crispy spread hummus onto tortilla
place tofu, cucumber, carrot, and avocado tortilla
wrap and enjoy
apple snack Apple’s anti-inflammatory properties make it a top pick when you’re faced with practically any illness. This fruit helps cleanse and purify the organs, improve circulation in your lymphatic system, repair damaged skin, and regulate blood sugar. apple peanut butter cacao nibs
slice apple
spread peanut butter on top sprinkle cacao nibs
tumeric latte One of the most well-known applications of turmeric is as an anti-inflammatory agent. The active ingredients in turmeric are extensive, but a particularly crucial compound is curcumin. This substance has received considerable attention in the medical community due to its potent anti-inflammatory abilities. in fact, the strength of this substance is likened to some of the strongest pharmaceutical options for reducing inflammation. tumeric milk hot water cinnamon black pepper honey
boil half a cup of water and heat a half cup of milk
place tumeric, cinnamon, black pepper, and honey into cup pour milk and hot water stir and enjoy
berry smoothie bowl & tangerines Tangerines, also known as mandarin oranges, are a tasty and refreshing citrus fruit packed with many nutritious compounds, including flavonoids, vitamin C, vitamin A, folate and potassium. These healthful components contribute to the health of all parts of the body, from cell DNA to the bones and heart. mixed berries banana coconut water chia seeds flax seeds tangerine
place a handful of frozen mixed berries, a banana, and coconut water into blender and blend until smooth pour into bowl and top with chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, flax seed, and tangerines
cranberry trail mix The possible health benefits of consuming cranberries include lowered risk of urinary tract infections, prevention of certain types of cancer, improved immune function, decreased blood pressure and more. dried cranberries pumpkin seeds cacao nibs sunflower seeds
mix ingredients together and enjoy
sweet potato fries Sweet potatoes are a good source of mag nesium, which is the relaxation and anti-stress mineral. Magnesium is necessary for healthy artery, blood, bone, heart, muscle, and nerve function, yet experts estimate that approximately 80 percent of the populaÂtion in North America may be deficient in this important mineral. sweet potato black pepper paprika cayenne pepper olive oil salt
Pre-heat oven to 400
Peel and cut the sweet potato into strips
Place them on a baking tray that is lined with baking paper and make sure they touch each other as little as possible. Drizzle your fries with olive oil and season them with the spices
Bake your fries in a preheated oven for a total of about 30 minutes let cool for 3 minutes and enjoy
banana smoothie Bananas contain several essential nutrients, and have benefits for digestion, heart health and weight loss. Bananas are among the most popular fruits on earth. Bananas contain a fair amount of fiber, as well as several antioxidants. banana peanut butter cacao nibs water ice
mix ingredients together in blender until smooth and enjoy