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2. Mash yolks with avocado, hot sauce and lemon juice.  Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. 

3. Refill egg whites with the yolk mixture. 

• Vitamin A in bananas fades dark spots and blemishes while smoothing out rough skin.

• Fatty acids in avocados and olive oil help hydrate skin and give it a nice glow. 

• Egg proteins help maintain the elasticity of skin. An egg contains about 69 different proteins which have the power to reduce fine lines and give temporary relief for the deep ones.  Eggs are also high in collagen (After we hit age 25, collagen production declines which leads to loose skin and wrinkles. Collagen makes your skin look firmer, smoother, and aids in renewing and repairing skin cells). 

1. Canola, corn, soybean and other vegetable oils are usually made from GMOs.
2. These oils are HIGHLY processed, unlike coconut oil, olive oil, and real butter. 
3. Vegetable oils contain HIGH amounts of Omega 6, throwing off the Omega 6 : Omega 3 ratio which should be 1:1.
4. Veggie oils should not be used in cooking due to high heat causing the oil to oxidize.
5. Vegetable oils contain high levels of polyunsaturated fats that oxidize in our bodies, which can lead to inflammation in the arteries.  

I stopped at a regular grocery store when I was back home in Iowa for Thanksgiving and noticed all the varieties of egg nog! You may be one of the many who purchase this holiday favorite every year and I wanted you to be informed. 

Here is a typical label on the store bought versions: 

Clean Eating Egg Nog- Makes about 4 Servings) 

Ingredients: (all organic if possible)

Directions:

BREAKFAST

• 1 sprouted whole grain tortilla
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened natural almond or peanut butter
• 1 banana, diced

1. Spread almond butter on tortilla.
2. Top with bananas and roll.

• 1 cup quinoa, soaked and cooked
• 2 tablespoons of your favorite dried unsweetened fruit (cranberries, raisins, blueberries, etc.)
• Dash sea salt
• Cinnamon or grated nutmeg to taste
• Stevia to taste
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan.
2. Heat over medium heat until liquid is absorbed.

QUICK HEALTHY LUNCHES

• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic, peeled and minced
• ½ teaspoon cumin seed
• Dash sea salt
• Your favorite vegetables.

• 1 cup quinoa rotini pasta, cooked, drained, and cooled
• ½ sweet red pepper, chopped
• 1 green onion, chopped
• ½ tomato, seeded and chopped
• ½ zucchini, chopped
• ½ cucumber chopped
• 3 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon organic lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• Dash sea salt
• Fresh cracked black pepper to taste

1. Mix pasta, pepper, onion, tomato, zucchini, cucumber and parsley.
2. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper and pour over salad. Toss to mix.

• 1 sprouted grain, gluten-free tortilla
• ½ avocado
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Dash sea salt
• ¼ cup baby spinach
• ½ cup carrots, peeled and shredded
• ½ tomato, chopped
• ¼ cup spicy sprouts
• ½ red bell pepper, sliced

1. Combine avocado, lemon juice and sea salt in a small bowl. Lightly mash with a fork.
2. Spread mashed avocado on tortilla.
3. Top with spinach, carrots, tomato, sprouts, and pepper.
4. Roll and cut in half.

• 1 tablespoon organic extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped organic onions
• 1 teaspoon minced organic garlic
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well and drained
• 2 cups water or 2 cups broth
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Other Goodies They Will Love:

• Ants on a log (celery sticks with almond or peanut butter and raisins)
• Coconut, almond, or Greek yogurt
• Seasonal fruit kabobs
• Organic string cheese
• Leftovers
• Veggie soups in a thermos
• Kale chips
• Veggies and salsa, guacamole, or pesto
• Fruit
• Raw cheesecake pudding
• Black bean brownies
• Raw nuts or seeds
• Homemade trail mix
• Organic hard boiled eggs
• Homemade granola bars
• Larabars
• Raw homemade applesauce
• Raw brownie bites-these are addicting!
• Zucchini chips
• Baked plantain chips- Be sure to use SEA SALT instead of regular salt!! Less sugar than bananas! Great salty snack!

WHAT TO AVOID:

Want more ideas or need help with meal planning or grocery shopping? Please contact me with questions.  I also offer phone or skype sessions if you do not live in the Twin Cities!