This post is strictly about health, and how important it is. This year has truly taught me that being and staying healthy is the pinnacle in life. It is the only way to celebrate a quality life. Sustaining good health is also key, and can be tricky as we age. It has taken me far too long to learn this, but I learned, which is half the battle. I want to preface what I am about to say by also acknowledging that I do not have a great diet. I take vitamins, supplements, and use my own herbs and plants to contribute to a healthier diet, but it is not perfect. This is why I work with my doctor, and eat whole foods almost always, mostly through farm to table options, and this book has taught me how to incorporate much more plant based foods.
I know we all hear this term in the media, often. If I had a dollar for every plant-based recipe I have found on the internet, there is more to a “plant based” diet than I previously considered. Maybe I should qualify this statement. I mean, there are numerous ways to integrate a plant-based diet into your current diet. As I previously stated, I am still learning to incorporate these plants, but it requires redefining what “plants” are to me. I had to remind myself that beans and nuts are also plants, and they are the basis for the perfect diet for me. Now, you may have to make adjustments with your diet. There may be legumes you can’t tolerate or do not care for.
However, when I changed the way I thought about plants and I realized how much more access I had to them, I was able to create and appreciate more recipes that included them. One regular snack I have incorporated into my diet is Greek yogurt. It has all the right cultures and probiotics my tummy needs, and what Perrine calls, “Good belly bugs!”
Side note; I don’t really care for yogurt. I do like frozen yogurt. I am also lactose intolerant so milk-based anything bothers my tummy. I know, so sensitive! Lol! This is why I like frozen yogurt, it’s belly friendly for me. I digress, back to the book. I used Perrine’s recipe and created the following breakfast snack (also substitutes as a sweet snack, when you mix protein powder)
2 – 3 tbsp of Greek Yogurt
⅓ cup of nuts of choice
½ cup of fruit of choice
Top with maple or pomegranate syrup or honey
Sprinkle with chia or flax or pumpkin seeds.
BAM! This breakfast snack is a life saver for me. I use it when I have a sweet tooth as well. I just sprinkle my chocolate protein in it, and now I have chocolate pudding! I have also used frozen fruit. I just take the fruit out ahead of time, so it has time to thaw out some. The REAL bonus of this book is the chapters regarding the link between the microbiome and our brain. I was floored at some of the material I learned. I am taking that subject matter deeper, and doing added research on that direct link.
In short, I felt compelled to share the wealth. Take some time during this chilly winter season, and curl up with a good book. This one will contribute to your wealth!
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