I clearly remember that day back in 2003 when, as a keen, bright-eyed student at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, we learned about macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fats. “All foods contain all three macronutrients to some degree,” my instructor said. “It’s just a matter of ratio. So, for instance, most plants are low in […]
Six Degrees of Susan Peirce Thompson
May 16, 2017 by Leave a Comment
[This post is part of an ongoing series of interviews with authors, bloggers, women entrepreneurs and home chefs whose work I enjoy and admire. If you’ve got someone in mind you’d like me to approach for an interview, please shoot me an email at ricki@rickiheller.com, or leave a comment here and let me know! And […]
Beans-Free Hummus
April 29, 2017 by 3 Comments
[If you’re looking for a different kind of dip, this Beans-Free Hummus is not only vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free and dairy-free; it’s also free of eggs, soy, nuts and yeast. Low glycemic, Paleo, keto AND anti-candida, it’s perfect for all stages of an anti-candida diet.] Comprehensive. Informative. Droolworthy. Gorgeous. Engaging. High-Fat. My pal Leanne’s new book, […]
Creamy Not-ella Carob Butter
February 24, 2017 by 8 Comments
[You’ll adore this luscious Notella Carob Butter made from seeds and carob. It’s vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, egg free, soy-free, nut-free, yeast-free, and low glycemic. Suitable for all stages on an anti-candida diet.] I have to admit, in university I was one of those students you love to hate. I wish I could tell you it […]
Sundried Tomato and Garlic Super-Seed Crackers
February 11, 2017 by Leave a Comment
[They work both as a cracker–or a snack! Angela’s elegant Sundried Tomato and Garlic Superseed Crackers are vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, egg free, soy-free, nut-free, yeast-free, and low glycemic. Suitable for Stage 2 and beyond on an anti-candida diet.] [photo: Ashley McGlaughlin] It wasn’t until I moved to Toronto in my late 20s that the infinite possibilities […]
Super Healthy Chocolate Shake from 40 Days of Green Smoothies
January 7, 2017 by 5 Comments
[Start the year with a focus on simplicity in food! This delightful, super healthy Chocolate Shake is vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, egg free, soy-free, nut-free and yeast-free–and it’s also super simple to make! Suitable for Stage 2 and beyond on an anti-candida diet.] As I’ve gotten older, one of the principles I’ve striven to adopt is […]
Ricki’s Raves: Holiday Edition (2016)
December 10, 2016 by 8 Comments
I’ve decided to start a little series called Ricki’s Raves, in which I share some of my favorite items (both food and non-food alike) that I truly love and use all the time. Today, I rave about the products I’ve discovered that work well during the holiday season. But of course you can use them […]
Aquafaba-based Latkes
November 6, 2016 by 11 Comments
[Traditional latkes are great for many occasions! These aquafaba-based latkes (potato pancakes) are vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, egg free, soy-free, nut-free and yeast-free. Suitable for all stages on an anti-candida diet if made without potato starch.] [Potato pancakes (latkes) made with aquafaba! How yummy do these look??] About a year ago, I started hearing buzz […]
Ricki’s Raves 6: Autumn 2016 Edition
October 19, 2016 by 13 Comments
I’ve decided to start a little series called Ricki’s Raves, in which I share some of my favorite items (both food and non-food alike) that I truly love and use all the time. Today, I rave about the products I’ve been enjoying since the beginning of autumn over here. But of course you can use […]
Parsnip Fries from Healing the Vegan Way by Mark Reinfeld
September 16, 2016 by Leave a Comment
[Super easy to make, these savory and cheesy Parsnip Fries are vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, egg free, soy-free and nut-free. Suitable for Stage 2 and beyond on an anti-candida diet.] I may love my Kindle, but there’s still nothing like a new book in your hands. (Am I right, or am I right?). So I […]
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