14 Apr Organic Bone Broth
Sandi demonstrates how to make your own organic bone broth, without any preservatives or additives! ...
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14 Apr No-Bake Vegan Paleo Cookies
Looking for a quick, sweet, and healthy cookie recipe? You don't even have to bake them! ...
14 Apr Turkey Stack
Start your rice – I love my rice cooker. It’s simple and fast. Place Olive Oil in pan and saute onion Add seasoning ( I love to use organic no salt spice from Costco and turmeric along with salt and pepper) Add turkey cutlets and brown both sides Cut...
14 Apr Cauliflower Pizza Crust
1. Preheat your oven to 400F. 2. Mix your chia seeds in with the 3/4 cup of water and place in your fridge 20 minutes before intended use. 2. Chop the cauliflower, and place in a blender or food processor and blend until it is a fine...
14 Apr Paleo Pumpkin Cookies
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Combine all wet ingredients together then add the dry ingredients and combine thoroughly. Scoop batter to whatever size you’d like and flatten out to the desired thickness since these do not spread...
14 Apr Creamy Cauliflower Dip
Throw all of the ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth. Taste and add more seasoning as you see fit. Serve with sliced veggies, olives and homemade almond flour crackers or even as a dip for finger foods. 1 head cauliflower, steamed 2 tbsp tahini 2 tbsp olive...
14 Apr Raw Hemp Balls
Place almonds into food processor and pulse until fine (do not over do or it will start to turn into almond butter) Add sesame seeds, honey and coconut oil, process until combined Move ingredients to bowl and add hemp seeds Form into bite size balls and place in...
14 Apr Kimchi
Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish of fermented vegetables, the most common of which are napa cabbage and daikon radish. The versatility of kimchi makes it great to use in everyday cooking. If you like spicy you’ll love Kimchi. Kimchi is fermented so plan ahead. Start...
14 Apr Paleo Granola
Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Place almonds, walnuts, cashews, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, coconut and salt in food processor and pulse a few times to chop small chunks. Put coconut oil, honey and vanilla in saucepan on low. Stir to blend ingredients and set aside. Place dry...
14 Apr Chocolate Power Treats
These tasty treats pack a punch. Great for kids and adults alike. In a food processor blend all the ingredients. Place in refrigerator for about an hour to allow it to firm up as it can be a bit “gooey”. After firmed up in refrigerator take...
14 Apr Paleo Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are so light and crispy I bet you can’t just eat one. Love the sweetness the raisins give and the surprising flavors of coconut and chocolate chip. Mix all the dry ingredients together. Add coconut oil, vanilla and maple syrup and mix together. Fold...
28 Mar Chocolate Power Treats
Mix ingredients in food processor until blended. Roll in small balls and place in freezer for a few hours. Keep these yummy treats in the refrigerator or freezer as they melt quickly. Use as much organic ingredients as possible. Use local honey which is great...
26 Feb Celiac Awareness
Celiac disease affects 1% of healthy, average Americans or 1 in 133. At least 3 million people in our country are living with celiac disease—97% of them are undiagnosed which means the true numbers would be quite a bit larger once we have more awareness for...
26 Jan What is MTHFR
Have you ever considered being tested for a genetic defect called MTHFR? If you have a family history of heart disease or stroke, migraines, trouble getting pregnant or have a child with Autism you might want to consider reading on to learn more. These are just...
26 Jan Good Nutrition Fights Cancer
This article is to inspire us to take control of our health as a preventative measure against cancer and for those who are experiencing cancer now, we hope to empower you with some nutrition and lifestyle information you can use now. Cancer is among the leading...
26 Jan Why Organic – The Inside Scoop
I’ve been eating and recommending organic foods for some time now but I’ve never done an article on it until now. It’s important to know why we would go to the store and pay almost double at times for our food so we can justify our commitment...
26 Jan Antibiotics & Gut Microbiota by Sandi Star, HHP, CNC
Nearly a third of antibiotics prescribed in doctors’ offices, emergency rooms and hospital-based clinics in the United States are not needed, according to the most in-depth study yet to examine the use and misuse of these life-saving drugs according to a study posted in the Washington Post 2016 which...
26 Jan 5 Things to reset your body for the New Year
Now that the New Year is upon us we have some cleaning up to do to get our body balanced again. During the Holiday’s we tend to consume more sugar in the form of alcohol and those amazing baked goodies we couldn’t pass up. Even...
26 Jan What is Crohn’s Disease?
Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract. Named after Dr. Burrill B. Crohn, who first described the disease in 1932 along with colleagues Dr. Leon Ginzburg and Dr. Gordon D. Oppenheimer, Crohn’s disease belongs to a group of conditions known as...
26 Jan Fermenting Foods
I have to admit I do not like sauerkraut to say the least but when I tried a fresh batch at a farmer’s market, it changed my mind. Making it fresh is a lot different than buying your typical canned sauerkraut off the shelf. In...
26 Jan Healthy Portion Control with Optimal Foods
There is a lot of information out there on diets that seem overwhelming at times. Seems each year there is a shift in what’s in now and what’s out. Remember the low fat phase? I still hear people say they stay away from all fats...
24 Jan Choosing Air Purifiers
Every day our bodies are exposed to small amounts of toxins, carcinogens, and organic pollutants, and over the course of our lives this can have a very harmful effect, and lead to an increased risk of serious disease. Our health is influenced the most by what...
24 Jan Gluten and Cross Reactive Foods
Are you 100% gluten-free, yet you still suffer from symptoms related to gluten? If so, it could be that you’re experiencing Cross-Reactivity with foods that do not contain gluten but your body reacts to them as if they do. Cross-Reactivity is the ability of an antibody...
24 Jan The 4Rs of Gastrointestinal Regeneration
The small intestine is the largest organ in the body and hosts 75% of our immune system. In a normal intestinal lining the epithelial cells form tight junctions that allow only small particles of fully digested food through to the bloodstream. There are 49 basic building blocks of...
24 Jan Celiac Expo Review
Products to the left are healthier options and to the right are made with processed soy and corn which is inflammatory. I drove quite a ways to go to the Celiac Expo May 2nd in Pasadena because I wanted to see what new and exciting foods are...
24 Jan Why Your Body Has Cravings
We’ve all experienced cravings. Before you give in here is an understanding of what your body is really telling you. By understanding what your body is actually deficient in is important to get to the root cause of the cravings, and eventually kick them all...
24 Jan 12 Steps to a Healthy Immune System
Eat a healthy and well-balanced diet. Giving your body the nutrition it needs to fight infection is one of the best things you can do. But recognize that what you’re eating may be contributing to the problem. Whole Foods!!!Exercise & Detox. Physical activity is not only good...
24 Jan Leaky Gut Syndrome
Leaky Gut Syndrome – A Very Common GI disorder The official definition of Leaky Gut Syndrome is an increase in permeability of the intestinal mucosa to luminal macromolecules, antigens, and toxins associated with inflammatory degenerative and/ or atrophic mucosa or lining. Put more simply, large spaces develop between the...
24 Jan Why Sugar is Toxic to Your Child
Why Sugar is Toxic Americans consume one hundred and fifty-six pounds of sugar per year according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). That’s 31 five-pound bags per person. Yikes! Sugar is hidden in things like candy, soda, and junk food. But plenty of sugar is hiding in places...
24 Jan Herbs for the Immune System
Aloe Vera – Used internally it’s great for colon, stomach and GI track as well as other organs including lungs, liver and reproductive system. “Superstar” Used externally for skin. Aloe Vera is used for consumption and relief of digestive issues such as heartburn and irritable bowel syndrome....
24 Jan GOING BLIND! BY SANDI STAR, CCN
I remember using a ton of eye drops and never getting any relief. I was finding pieces of Sclera (the white, dense, fibrous outer coating of the eyeball) inside the lids and I was getting scarring. I was working full time and going to school at night;...
24 Jan Gluten and Inflammation
A Major Cause of Inflammation is Gluten After struggling for over 40 years with chronic migraines, IBS, muscle and joint pain, fatigue, brain fog, asthma and a slew of other ailments and frustrations, I decided to take a closer look at the cause rather than obsessing...
24 Jan Tips For Eating A Plant-Based Diet
The ideas of nutrition are changing. A lifestyle with quality plant-based foods can prevent, treat and reverse many major diseases, and improve overall health. Animal products such as meat, dairy and eggs can increase our risk of disease. Public awareness is growing over the impact...
24 Jan LIVING HEALTHY, WITHOUT GLUTEN AND DAIRY– PART II BY SANDI STAR, CCN
In Part I, you might remember the long list of symptoms associated with gluten intolerance. I also mentioned, after eliminating gluten (dairy and soy which I’ll talk about at another time) I was able to eliminate my chronic conditions such as migraines and Sjögren’s Syndrome. The...
24 Jan LIVING GLUTEN FREE – RIGHT TO HEAL – PART 1
I would like to introduce a wonderful woman with a wonderful purpose. Here is Sandi Star’s incredible gluten-free story which has led her to a healthy vibrant life. She is now helping others daily. Also learn about Sjögren’s Syndrome (autoimmune disease). Sjögren’s is one of the symptoms of Celiac disease which...
04 Oct Transitions In UX Design
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
04 Oct Portugal 2013 road-trip gallery
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
04 Oct Josh Woodward – Already There
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
04 Oct Recent trends in storytelling
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
04 Oct Supernatural FX Showreel
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
04 Oct Madrid’s photographer marathon
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
04 Oct Madrid’s photo marathon
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
04 Oct Josh Woodward – Already There Remix
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
03 Oct Iceland’s volcano timelapse
The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is...
