RAW Living and Learning

Here is my version of "Carole's Carrot Dip" by Kate Wood from the book, "eat smart eat raw". It was very, very tasty, I highly suggest you give it a try. I spread it on raw nori sheets and topped it with shredded romaine before I rolled it up--yummy!! My Version Of Carole's Carrot Dip by Elizabeth @ rawlivingandlearning.blogspot.com 2 large, organic carrots 1/2 of a large, organic onion 1/2 of an organic, red bell pepper 1 T chopped, fresh, dill 1 T fresh lemon juice 1 T Tamari, low sodium 1 T Tahini, raw if possible 1/2 T Barlene's Flax Oil Rough chop all of the vegetables.  In a food processor, pulse all of the ingredients. Use as a dip or for spreading on raw nori wraps. Enjoy! +JMJ+ Today I am grateful for a safe and successful transition--our first bird has left the nest :(

Berries and their Flavonoids Protect the Heart by Dr. Furhman   Berries are one of my super foods — the second B in G-BOMBS — rich in fiber and phytochemicals and low in calories, giving them the highest Aggregate Nutrient Density Index (ANDI) scores of all fruits. Blueberries , raspberries, strawberries and blackberries are vibrantly colored with antioxidant phytochemicals, and they are some of the highest antioxidant foods in existence. The deep red, blue and purple pigments of berries are produced by flavonoid antioxidant molecules called anthocyanins, which are concentrated in the skins of the fruits. 1 Flavonoids, including anthocyanins, are not merely antioxidants; they are thought to have a number of additional beneficial effects in the body that are unrelated to their antioxidant capacity. As such, several studies have shown that high flavonoid intake is associated with considerable risk reductions (up to 45%) for coronary heart disease. 2-5 Re...

In this 20 minute video presentation Dr. William Li presents a new way to think about treating cancer and other diseases: anti-angiogenesis, foods that prevent the growth of blood vessels that feed a tumor. In the chart above he shows foods they have studied. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=B9bDZ5-zPtY   Take a look a the soup I put together this morning with some of my favorite fruits and veggies. Anti-Angiogenesis Soup by Elizabeth @ rawlivingandlearning.blogspot.com 1 1/2 C sunflower greens 2 C raw cauliflower 2 C organic kale 4 bananas 16oz Wild Boreal Blueberries, frozen (sold at Trader Joe's) 1/2 C frozen mango Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender and enjoy!  +JMJ+ Today I am grateful for resolution.