Top 5 Plant-Based Proteins You Should Eat + Recipes
I hear from a lot of clients that they are interested in adding in more plant-based proteins into their diet and reducing their animal intake. Their hesitation is always, “will I get enough protein?” After you take away water protein accounts for 75% of your body weight, so the importance of protein is something we learn early on. But how much protein does the average adult really need? A simple formula is for every kilogram of body weight of body weight you should consume 0.8 grams of protein. Now our activity level and needs will adjust this requirement, but generally speaking our needs are much lower than most of us are consuming in a traditional North American Diet.
Taco Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Every weekend no matter how busy I get, I always have time to do a little meal prep which sets my week up for success. Even if the weekend gets away from me and I don’t have time to do everything I planned, I always make a pot of quinoa. Having cooked quinoa in the fridge is a truly my nutrition superhero!
Sprouted Curry Lunch Pockets
When I am creating recipes I like to examine all the ingredients and ensure that everything I add will serve my health and wellness in some way. When you swap out your store bought lunch for these simple whole foods pockets you are supplying your body with the raw materials it can use to support overall health and wellness. Food is truly amazing and one of the simplest things we can do for our body every day.
Maple, Pecan Quinoa Porridge
I love nothing more than a warm bowl of quinoa porridge on a cold winters morning. I grew up on the traditional bowls of white porridge that was far from appetizing and delivered little nutritional value. Quinoa was known as “the gold of the Incas” due to the belief that this seed provided the Inca […]
Chocolate Chickpea Quinoa Chilli
This week feels like a chili kind of week. The temperature is getting a little cooler and I just feel like I need that comfort that a bowl of chili can provide you. This is a plant-based chili, which is packed with protein, fiber, iron, and manganese thanks to the chickpeas and quinoa. The quinoa makes it very hearty while also being gluten-free.