Month: March 2023

Dr. Ann Wigmores Best And Easiest To Make Kraut

Another zero-fat, healthy bacteria, non-fruit recipe to give you amazing health!

At the Creative Health Institute, where I was once director, meals always included regular and VegeKrauts.  We also used VegeKraut as on salads and sandwiches, in vegetable V8-type smoothies, and even as an ingredient in recipes for raw soups and stews.

I saw many people with serious health issues such as cancer or diabetes experience dramatic improvements when they began eating more raw pre and probiotic-fermented plant-based foods, especially Dr. Anns VegKraut.

Dr. Ann Wigmores VegeKraut

  •  1 green cabbage
  • 1 purple cabbage
  • 6 carrots
  • 1 sweet red onion
  • 1 tablespoon  lemon juice or rejuvelac
  • Optional Seasonings to taste (garlic, cayenne, herbs, caraway seeds) – optional
  1. Finely chop cabbage, saving outside leaves. Chop carrots and onion.
  2. Place vegetables into a large bowl or crock pot.
  3. Mix in optional seasonings.
  4. Cover the top outside with cabbage leaves. Place a large plate and weight on top (we use a large stone). Press down to remove air from Kraut.
  5. Leave at room temperature for 3 days or until it is sour enough for your taste.
  6. Place the Kraut in a glass jar with a lid and refrigerate. It will keep up for several weeks.
  7. Eat a ½ cup serving a day with meals and enjoy the wonderful flavor and nutritional benefits of this wonderful food!

Some of the benefits associated with eating raw VegeKraut, sauerkraut, and fermented foods are:

Powerful  immune system boosters
VegeKraut and Sauerkraut are packed with enzymes, vitamins, phytonutrients, and minerals. For centuries it has been used as an immune booster by people living in colder climates.

VegeKraut & sauerkraut contains lactic acid bacteria and photochemical—beneficial byproducts of fermentation that help increase the body’s immune system. This can lead to decreased occurrences of several ailments, such as colds or other respiratory diseases. A healthy immune system prevents the development of common colds, skin problems that require treatment by a dermatologist, and weight gain caused by overeating.

VegeKraut & Sauerkraut are a cancer fighters
All Krauts’ are superfoods, with the ability to inhibit and even destroy cancer cells.  Studies published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry concluded that kraut is a cancer inhibitor. The study discovered that the fermentation of cabbage produced a substance called isothiocyanate, which prevents cancer growth, particularly in the breast, colon, lung, and liver. 

The University of New Mexico published a study linking sauerkraut consumption by adolescent females to a reduced risk for breast cancer earlier studies indicate sauerkraut may reduce the risk for other forms of cancer including lung, colon, prostate, and liver.

“We are finding that fermented cabbage is healthier than raw or cooked cabbage, especially for fighting cancer”, says Eeva-Liisa Ryhanen, Ph.D., research manager of MTT Agrifood Research Finland, located in Jokioinen, Finland.

A recent study by the American Center for Cancer Research has found that sauerkraut has a profound effect on preventing and healing breast cancer. Based on reports that breast cancer rates amongst polish women in the United States were much higher than those in Poland researchers set out to find out why. Their answer; the women who still lived in Poland ate significantly larger amounts of sauerkraut especially important while they were in adolescence. The research found that the women who immigrated Americanized their diets and stopped eating as much of the superfood that is sauerkraut thus increasing their rates of breast cancer.

Digestive Aid
Eating sauerkraut is a great way to protect the balance of bacteria in your gastrointestinal tract. Sauerkraut is one of the few foods that contain the bacterium Lactobacilli Plantarum. L. Plantarum is a very dominant strain of healthful bacteria that helps your digestive system in the following ways:

  • Boost your body’s immunity by increasing the production of antibodies that fight off infectious diseases.
  • Enhance your body’s digestion by producing enzymes that help break down proteins and fats into smaller components.
  • A good source of vitamin K and manganese which are both important for bone health and tissue repair.
  • Help keep pathogenic organisms like E.coli, salmonella, and unhealthy overgrowth of candida (yeast) in check while creating antioxidants that scavenge free radicals which are cancer precursors
  • Converts lactose, which is difficult for many people to digest, into something more easily absorbed by the body.
  • By neutralizing the anti-nutrients found in many foods, including phytic acid (found in all grains) and trypsin inhibitors (in soy), new nutrients are created—including omega-3 fatty acids, digestive aids, and GTF chromium.

Wishing you the best day ever, Love and blessings.

No Bake Vegan Oatmeal Cookie Recipe

Not only are they delicious, they’re healthy for you.

Healthy, easy-to-make raw vegan oatmeal cookies.

Time to prepare: 20 minutes
Time to dehydrate: 10 to 12 hours If you have no dehydrator bake for 1 hr at 225 degrees the refrigerate

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of uncooked oats
  • 1/2 cup raw walnuts coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup of macadamia nuts finely ground- (leave out a dozen or so to chunk up and put in the batter)
  • 1/2 cup cashew nuts finely ground – (leave out a dozen or so to cut up and put in the mixture)
  • 1/2 cup soaked dates
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup of coconut nectar or maple syrup
  • 2 apples grated
  • 1 teaspoon of sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons of vanilla

Instructions:

  • Place the uncooked oats in a food processor and pulse two or three short bursts. If you don’t have a food processor, use a blender.
  • Transfer the uncooked processed oats to a mixing bowl and add the dates, raisins, walnuts, sweetener, and grated apples. Mix the batter by hand or use beaters on low. Set the mixture aside.
  • In a coffee grinder grind the macadamias and cashews until they resemble silky flour. Add them to the batter, stirring them in.
  • On a mesh dehydrator sheet shape the dough into cookies.
  • Keep in mind that the thicker you form the cookies, the longer they take to dehydrate.
  • Dehydrate the cookies at 110 degrees until they reach your preferred texture, around 12 hours.
  • Option: If you do not have a dehydrator, you can place the cookies on a baking tray and place them in the oven on low 225 degrees with Heat for 1 hr.

Enjoy these wonderful cookies with a glass of your favorite nut milk or your plant-based drink. Blessings, Bobby

Oats’ health benefits – Oats contain soluble fiber, which helps lower cholesterol and keep blood sugar levels steady. They’re also a good source of protein, which helps fuel your body during workouts. Oats have been shown to help reduce inflammation and may even help prevent certain types of cancer.

Walnuts’ health benefits – Walnuts contain healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They’re also high in arginine, a compound that may help lower blood pressure. Walnuts are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have been linked to many health benefits including reducing inflammation and protecting against certain cancers.

Macadamia health benefits – Macadamia nuts are high in protein, fiber, and vitamins B1 and B2. They’re also a good source of niacin, magnesium, and phosphorus. Macadamia nuts have been shown to lower cholesterol levels and help prevent heart disease.

Cashews’ health benefits – Cashews contain a good amount of manganese and copper, which are important minerals that help boost bone health. They also contain magnesium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc to support healthy brain function.

Dates health benefits – Dates are a good source of fiber, potassium, and iron. They also contain a high amount of vitamin B6, which supports brain health and helps maintain a healthy nervous system. Dates are also an excellent source of copper, which is important for bone health.

Raisins’ health benefits– Raisins are a good source of fiber, which helps maintain a healthy digestive system. They also contain copper, manganese, and potassium to support bone health and prevent osteoporosis. Raisins are dried grapes that are rich in antioxidants that help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals. They contain vitamin C, which supports immune function and helps fight colds and flu.

Coconut nectar health benefits – Coconut nectar is high in minerals, amino acids, and vitamins that support energy production, immune function, and blood sugar stabilization.

Apple’s health benefits- Apples are a good source of vitamin C and fiber. They also contain quercetin, a flavonoid that provides antioxidant benefits and helps prevent cancer.

Bobby’s Raw Live Food Vegan Almond Joy’s Recipe

“Sometimes you feel like a nut, Sometimes you don’t.”

These simple, fast-to-make raw living food treats will satisfy your cravings for Chocolate and Coconut.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Food processor & Blender

INGREDIENTS: PART 1

  • 3 cups raw shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 4-8 Medjool dates pitted (you may add more for a sweeter taste)
  • 1/8 cup alfalfa sprouts – Optional – This makes sure you have a live food desert.
  • ½ cup coconut nectar (you may use less)
  • 1 tablespoon of non-alcoholic, pure vanilla extract

INGREDIENTS PART 2 – Prepare in a separate bowl

  • 1/2 cup raw cacao butter – be sure to grate
  • 1/2 cup raw cacao powder – be sure to sift
  • 1/2 cup sweetener; coconut nectar or yacon
  • 1/4 tsp lecithin
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

DIRECTIONS:

  • PART 1 – Blend all ingredients from part 1, in the food processor until well mixed.

Use a cookie scooper to make tablespoon sized elongated balls, or roll them by hand. Best to do this on your dehydrator tray. Don’t forget to put two almonds on each one, You want them to look like Almond Joys. Dehydrate at 105° for 2 – 3 hours. We need the coconut to become firm.

  • PART 2 – Blend all ingredients in a high-speed blender till smooth.

Dip the Almond Joys in the chocolate and place on a teflex sheet or wax paper and place in the fridge for at least an hour. Bring them out and enjoy eating a healthy snack. Remember these are snacks, not your main meal.

Enjoy and be Blessed , Bobby.

Major Nutritional Information:
  • Coconut meat contains large amounts of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), which are easier for the human body to digest than most other types of fat. These MCFAs have been shown to improve endurance in athletes who eat them regularly.
  • The MCFAs in coconut meat also have antimicrobial properties. And research suggests that eating more fat may enhance weight loss by helping you feel fuller longer and boosting metabolism—so it’s possible Coconut Oil could help you lose weight!
  • Medjool dates are high in calories but full of nutrients and antioxidants that may boost digestion, lower cholesterol levels, and help prevent heart disease. They also contain fiber—up to 9 grams per date! Medjool dates are also high in fiber, which helps lower cholesterol levels, reduce constipation, and prevent colon cancer. They contain many vitamins and minerals as well—for example, they are a good source of folate (a B vitamin) as well as calcium, iron, potassium, and magnesium.
  • Fresh living alfalfa sprouts are an excellent source of vitamin C, providing nearly 15% of your daily requirement in a single serving. The Vitamin C content stimulates the production of white blood cells and can protect against infections and inflammation. Alfalfa sprouts are also an excellent source of vitamin K, providing nearly 37% of your daily requirement in a single serving. Vitamin K is important for blood clotting, and it also helps to maintain bone health.
A Note To Myself:

Father, thank you for letting me be of service to others. Also, thank you for forgiving me my transgressions. I have not always been the best of children or the most obedient of servants. I have strayed from the path, You ordained for me and wandered into a wilderness of sin and darkness. Yet deep in my soul, I know your loving heart makes a way for me. I can speak for no other man but for me; I trust in Christ and believe I am reborn and presented blameless to You, and that is why I say your name throughout the day in my spirit, for I am forever grateful. Thank You, thank you, thank you.

Thou art ever merciful Father God. If I could murmur Thy name repeatedly in my last moments in this mortal coil, how canst Thou refuse me entrance into eternity and to be with you in Thy heavenly abode?

World’s Best Vegan Facon Bacon… It will fool you!

Especially wonderful vegan transition food. This is just not for breakfast, it makes a great snack anytime.

Dr. Bobby’s Vegan Facon Bacon ©

Ingredients
  • large eggplant, thinly sliced, or several zucchini if no egg plan is available
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • 1/2 dried chipotle chili pepper, soaked for at least 2 hours or 1 tablespoon dried & ground (optional)
  • 1/2 cup soaking water for from the chipotle peppers (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
  • 4 teaspoons of hickory smoke
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Nama Shoyu
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • pinch black pepper
  • pinch cayenne – optional
Directions
  1. To make the thin pieces of eggplant/zucchini use a horizontal peeler or mandolin to get straight thin pieces.
  2. Once you have sliced your eggplant/zucchini, sprinkle it with the sea salt and allow it to sit for 1-2 hours in a tray/bowl, or if baking put the eggplant/zucchini in the oven for 45 minutes to dry.
  3. Blend the other ingredients in a blender/Vita-mixer.
  4. After 1-2 hours-Layer your eggplant/zucchini slices between paper or cloth towels and press out excess moisture.
  5. Get a large zip lock baggie or bowl and pour marinade into the baggie or bowl.
  6. Submerge the slices of eggplant/zucchini in the marinade. If using a baggie squeeze as much air as possible out of the baggie. Marinate for 30-45 minutes.
  7. Carefully lay out the marinated eggplant/zucchini slices onto your dehydrator trays and dehydrate @105F degrees until crispy (24 – 36 hours-continually check the progress-depends on how thick your slices are)
  8. If no dehydrator you may use the oven, but it will not be raw. Set the oven to 325 for 1 hr. Keep an eye on the facon/bacon and make sure it’s not under or overdone.

Yields 15 – 20 Fakon pieces. 
Serve and Enjoy!  Blessings, Bobby

Health Benefits
Eggplants

Eggplants are a nutrient-rich food that contains fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They may benefit your overall health, including your heart.

One cup (82 grams) of raw eggplant contains the following nutrients (2):

  • Calories: 20
  • Carbs: 5 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 1 gram
  • Manganese: 10% of the RDI
  • Folate: 5% of the RDI
  • Potassium: 5% of the RDI
  • Vitamin K: 4% of the RDI
  • Vitamin C: 3% of the RDI

Eggplants also contain small amounts of other nutrients, including niacin, magnesium, and copper.

Zucchinis

Zucchini contains many nutrients. As a result, including it in your diet may have a variety of health benefits. Although

zucchini is often considered a vegetable, it is botanically classified as a fruit.

One cup of raw (223 grams) of zucchini provides:

  • Calories: 17
  • Protein: 1 gram
  • Fat: less than 1 gram
  • Carbs: 3 grams
  • Sugar: 1 gram
  • Fiber: 1 gram
  • Vitamin A: 40% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
  • Manganese: 16% of the RDI
  • Vitamin C: 14% of the RDI
  • Potassium: 13% of the RDI
  • Magnesium: 10% of the RDI
  • Vitamin K: 9% of the RDI
  • Folate: 8% of the RDI
  • Copper: 8% of the RDI
  • Phosphorus: 7% of the RDI
  • Vitamin B6: 7% of the RDI
  • Thiamine: 5% of the RDI

Raw Vegan Smoked Pepper Cheese Log

This is the most delicious raw vegan cheese I have ever made…

SMOKED PEPPER CHEESE LOG ©️

Serves 12

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:  Food Processor

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 cups raw cashews, soaked for 30 minutes
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup crushed pecans
  • 1/2 lemon juice
  • 6 small cloves garlic or (Substitute 1/8 teaspoon powder for every clove of garlic)
  • 1 tablespoon of fresh or dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley (optional) Dry if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves (optional) Dry if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Bourbon smoked black peppercorns, or regular black peppercorns ( for a more peppery taste double the peppercorns)
  • 1 teaspoon Celtic or Himalayan salt
  • ¼ cup filtered water – (use only enough to create a creamy texture)

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Process all ingredients until smooth, adding only enough water/rejuvelac to make a smooth, creamy texture.
  2. If desired, form the mixture into a log and roll in smoked cracked peppercorns crushed pecans, rosemary and dried cranberries.
  3. Refrigerate for two hours before serving.
  4. SPECIAL NOTE: If you would like to age the cheese and make it a probiotic powerhouse. Add 6 probiotic capsules or use rejuvelac instead of water. Let the cheese sit in a bowl and age overnight before rolling it into a log and refrigerating for 2 hours.

Will keep for a week in the refrigerator.

This vegan cheese log is absolutely amazing. It’s my favorite cheese and makes a great Hor D’oeuvre. Serve with living food seed or flax crackers. During the winter holiday season add dried cranberries for a special festive look and taste.

Blessings, Bobby

Spicy Zen Flax Crackers

These crackers will become one of your favorites. They go great will any raw seed or nut cheese

SPICY ZEN CRACKERS ©

Serves Four

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Food processor
INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 ½ cups golden flax seeds – soaked overnight
  • 1 cup of filtered water – ad water as needed to batter to bring to a pancake batter consistency
  • 3 tablespoons Coconut Aminos or Nama Shou or Soy
  • 3 tablespoons agave or sweetener of choice
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons minced onion
  • 3 medium cloves garlic


DIRECTIONS:

  1. Soak flax seeds in 2 ½ cups of filtered, salted water overnight or for 6 – 8 hours.
  2. Process 1/2 the flax seeds and all other ingredients in a food processor or a powerful blender until smooth. Add necessary water and pulse occasionally until desired consistency.
  3. Add the last 1/2 of the flaxseed to the mixture. Do not blend them.
  4. Spread mixture to 1/8″ thickness on Teflon sheet and dehydrate at 110° – 115°
    overnight or until very crispy.
    If dehydrated thoroughly, these crackers keep very well in a jar with a screw-top lid.
  5. If you do not have a dehydrator, you can bake these crackers at 325 degrees for 45 minutes or until crispy.

Bobby’s Healing Bay Leaf Tea

A fast and simple to make tea you will want to drink it every day…

This Bay leaf elixir helps lower your bad cholesterol, lowers blood pressure, and cleanses the colon. It’s also good for cleaning out your liver and speeding up metabolism—all while balancing glucose and insulin levels in the body. Bay leaf is best when taken as a tea.

This extraordinary tea will Lower your bad cholesterol, raise your good cholesterol and reduce plaque in your arteries. It will help increase the efficiency of functions within the cardiovascular system. It makes it easier for you to lose weight and maintain that loss. This elixir is also good for strengthening the immune system, which makes it easier for your body to fight off infections, calm nerves and relieve stress.

It will induce a state of tranquility so you can focus on your tasks while feeling relaxed during the day. When evening comes and you go to bed, drinking a cup before retiring will help get you to sleep much more easily

The elixir also contains cinnamon, which helps increase your metabolic rate and burn fat. Diabetes risk is increased by high blood sugar and insulin levels. Cinnamon can help lower both, making it an effective way to reduce the chances of developing type 2 diabetes.

Drinking the tea daily will help improve digestion, get rid of bloating, and make upset stomachs feel better. It’ll even soothe irritable bowel syndrome—making your food easier to digest!

A few drops of lemon juice added to the tea will help you digest food more easily and clean your liver at the same time. By activating your liver, you can achieve a higher metabolism that will help with weight loss.

Equipment

1 saucepan/pot and a large spoon to stir

Elixir Formula Recipe
  • 4 cups of water
  • 4 0r 5 five bay leaves
  • 2 sticks of cinnamon or 11/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
  • The juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Raw honey or if vegan your favorite natural sweetener
Instructions:

Bring the water to a boil and then add your bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, and lemon juice. Let this steep for about 5 minutes before straining it into a glass container; sweeten with honey or stevia as desired.

I like to drink this first thing in the morning before breakfast on an empty stomach it’s a great cleanser that will speed up your metabolic rate.

Pressing LV3 Can Instantly Lower Blood Pressure Without Medication or Supplements

About 1 in 3 Americans have high blood pressure, and less than half of them are able to keep it at a normal level even when taking medication. Pressing or massaging for 1 minute on any one or combination of the following points will quickly help lower your blood pressure:

Pressure Point LV 3

The pressure point is located at the spot just above where your big toe and second toe connect. Applying strong pressure to it for one minute helps lower blood pressure, as well as a feeling of peace and calm.

Perfect Raw Cashew Cream Pancakes

Raw No Dehydration Pancakes

Atifa’s Pancakes ©

  • During her internship at CHI, Atifa created several wonderful raw recipes—including this delicious pancake. It was a hit with the interns and staff members then, as it still is today! Prep time 10 minutes – Serves 6
  • Equipment Needed:  Larg Spatula and Mixing Bowl

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2½ cups of flax seed meal -grind them fresh with a coffee grinder
  • 2 tablespoons of liquid coconut oil
  • ½ cup agave or honey if you are not vegan
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup filtered water
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • 1 cup chopped blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons maca

DIRECTIONS:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly with a spoon. Form into pancakes! This recipe makes six pancakes.
  • Serve with your favorite fruits, like fresh or thawed raspberries, blueberries, blackberries—whatever suits your fancy!
  • New Addition – Cashew Cream topping is amazing!
  • 1/2 cup cashews – soaked overnight
  • 2 tablespoons of agave
  • 1/4 cup of water or almond milk
  • Blend til smooth and creamy and drizzle on top of each pancake before adding fruit.

All the recipes in our blogs and books are copyrighted, created by, and original to us. In addition, we’ve taught a series of classes on living foods since 2008, certifying nearly 1000 raw chefs worldwide through these workshops.

Best Live Raw Food Hemp Protein Bar Recipe

These plant-based Gluten-Free Vegan No-Bake protein Bars are so easy to make., and are the perfect healthy on the go snack.

Hemp protein is easily digested, making it a wonderful source of plant-based protein. Hemp hearts are nutritionally complete food—the perfect ingredient in nutrition bars! These tasty snacks provide an infusion of plant power wherever you go —so you can always bring along some plant-based protein. Hemp hearts are also a great source of fiber, which helps keep you feeling full and satisfied.

  • Equipment: Food processor or high-speed blender, bowl, spoon, and spatula.
  • Time: 30 minutes to 1hr.
  • Serves 12

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate-flavored hemp protein powder. Or substitute plain, unflavored hemp powder mixed with cocoa to taste
  • About 20 pitted Medjool dates or your favorite date
  • 1/2 cup dried, cherries, pulse in a food processor
  • 1/4 cup dried blackberries or your favorite berry, pulse in a food processor
  • 1/2 cup hemp hearts, shelled
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, ground into a coarse flour
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, pulse in a food processor
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds, ground
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons cacao nibs (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons spirulina powder
  • 2 tablespoons of maca powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pink Himalayan sea salt
  • Tsp of ground cinnamon
  • 5 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1 heaping tablespoon of almond butter
  • 1/2 cup water (start with 1/4 and add gradually)
  • 1 Tbs vanilla extract

Directions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.
  2. Blend batches of the ingredients in a high-speed blender or food processor until well combined. The mixture is very thick, so you will need to add water gradually at first (about 1/4 cup).
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the large mixing bowl. These should be mixed until they form a doughy/sticky consistency, with enough water added to create this effect.
  4. Gently massage the mixture with your hands until it forms a large ball.
  5. If the mixture becomes too wet, you can add more cocoa powder or hemp protein. If it gets too dry, try adding more coconut oil, dates or water. The desired texture is thick and chewy—sticky enough to hold together in a bar shape but not so sticky that it sticks to your teeth!
  6. In an 8 × 8 or 9 × 9 inch parchment-lined pan, spread the protein bar mixture evenly. Press down firmly on top with your hands and fingertips until it forms an even layer.
  7. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours.
  8. Cut into small pieces or 12 whole bars.
  9. Keep some for later in the freezer by wrapping individually in clear wrap or keep in the fridge for later use that week.
  10. Enjoy!

I really enjoy this recipe. Good luck with making your bars and may God bless you all, Bobby

Lower Dementia Incidence Linked With Vitamin D Supplements

by Judy George, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPage Today March 1, 2023

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A close up of bottles of vitamin D supplements on a pharmacy shelf.

Vitamin D supplements were linked with lower dementia incidence and longer dementia-free survival, prospective data showed.

In a sample of 12,000 older adults, exposure to vitamin D supplementation was associated with a 40% lower dementia incidence rate compared with no exposure (adjusted HR 0.60, 95% CI 0.55-0.65), reported Zahinoor Ismail, MD, of the University of Calgary in Canada and the University of Exeter in England, and co-authors.

Results were consistent across three vitamin D formulations, the researchers wrote in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoringopens in a new tab or window. Effects were greater in females, in apolipoprotein E ε4 (APOE4) non-carriers, and in people with normal cognition versus those with mild cognitive impairment.

The study may offer insight about who might benefit from vitamin D supplementation, Ismail suggested. “We know that vitamin D has some effects in the brain that could have implications for reducing dementia, however, so far, research has yielded conflicting results,” he said in a statement.

But the findings don’t mean vitamin D supplements should be used to prevent dementia, observed Claire Sexton, DPhil, senior director of scientific programs and outreach at the Alzheimer’s Association in Chicago, who wasn’t involved with the study. “It is not recommended to start vitamin D supplementation to reduce dementia risk,” she told MedPage Today.

“It is important to note that this study is an observational study, not an intervention, so it cannot establish causation,” Sexton pointed out.

“Also, a significant limitation to the study is that neither vitamin D levels at baseline and follow-up, nor dose and duration of supplementation, were available or analyzed,” she added. “As a result, further research is needed in this area.”

Ismail and co-authors studied 12,388 participants in the National Institute on Aging National Alzheimer’s Coordinating Center opens in a new tab or window (NACC) database who had normal cognition or mild cognitive impairment at baseline. Participants came from Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers from 2005 to 2021.

Exposure to vitamin D supplementation was based on NACC medication forms that assessed three formulations: calcium-vitamin D, cholecalciferol, and ergocalciferol. Participants with baseline exposure to any vitamin D supplement were considered the vitamin D-exposed group, while those without any exposure at all study visits were considered non-exposed. People with no baseline exposure who subsequently were exposed to vitamin D were excluded.

The final sample included 4,637 people in the exposed group and 7,751 people in the non-exposed group.

Mean baseline age was 71.2 years, and there was no significant difference in APOE4 status between groups. However, there were more women (70.5%) in the exposed group than in the non-exposed group (46.9%), and the exposed group had higher education levels. Both mild cognitive impairment and depression were more frequent in the non-exposed group (P<0.001 for all). Results were adjusted for age, sex, education, race, cognitive diagnosis, depression, and APOE4 status.

Over 10 years, 2,696 participants progressed to dementia. Among them, 74.8% (2,017 people) had no exposure to vitamin D supplements.

Five-year dementia-free survival was 83.6% (95% CI 82.3-84.9) for those exposed to vitamin D and 68.4% (95% CI 67.1-69.7) for the non-exposed group. Each vitamin D formulation on its own was linked to a lower dementia incidence rate compared with no exposure.

The study had several limitations, Ismail and co-authors acknowledged. NACC medication sheets did not record information about exposure history, and there was no accounting for differences in exposure duration. Because dosing and baseline vitamin D levels were not available, it’s unknown whether incident dementia rates differed based on doses or vitamin D deficiency, the researchers added. Confounding factors also may have influenced results.

  • Judy George covers neurology and neuroscience news for MedPage Today, writing about brain aging, Alzheimer’s, dementia, MS, rare diseases, epilepsy, autism, headache, stroke, Parkinson’s, ALS, concussion, CTE, sleep, pain, and more. Follow 

Pineapple Delight Smoothie

This drink does not only taste delicious it’s loaded with nutrients

This drink is one of my favorite summertime refreshers. It’s tropical and flavorful, like a vacation in a glass. Still, no matter what the weather, this smoothie makes a great anytime refresher—its vitamin-rich ingredients will boost your energy and keep you healthy.

  • 1 cup pineapple
  • 1 cup mango (or apple, peach, pear, or kiwi if no mangoes are available
  • 1 cup of coconut water
  • 1 banana
  • 1 orange
  • 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
  • Squeeze in a little lime and blend with ice and water (if needed) to get your desired consistency.
This drink does not only taste delicious it’s loaded with nutrients

Pineapples are a good source of vitamin C, fiber, and protein. They also contain digestive enzymes that break down complex carbohydrates into simple sugars during digestion. One cup of pineapple contains 2 grams of protein, 1 gram of fiber, 5% daily value of vitamin A, 87% daily value of vitamin C, and 20% daily value of copper.

One mango has 1 gram of protein, 25% daily value of vitamin A, 76% daily value of vitamin C, and 257 mg of potassium. It also contains 0.2 mg B-6 and 0.5 mg iron. Mangoes are also a great source of fiber and contain no fat or cholesterol.

Coconut water has vitamins minerals ad amino acids that make it a great post-workout drink. In addition, coconut water contains potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc. It also has glutamine that helps with muscle recovery after exercise. One cup of coconut water contains 2 grams of protein, less than 1 gram of fat, and no carbohydrates.

Hemp seeds—which have a taste similar to pine nuts—are also high in antioxidant vitamins. HemIn addition, p seeds contain 5 grams of protein per ounce, as well as magnesium and iron. They’re also high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids; one ounce has 5 grams of fiber and 12 grams of fat. 

The potassium found in bananas can help lower blood pressure and protect against kidney stones, while bananas are also high in fiber. Bananas contain 3 grams of protein per cup, as well as iron and vitamin C. They’re also a good source of magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, copper, manganese, and calcium.

Oranges contain a lot of vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation. Oranges are also high in fiber, so they’re a good choice if you want to lose weight or maintain your current weight. Oranges contain 3 grams of protein per cup, as well as copper, potassium, and phosphorus.

Tomato Lemon Sweet and Tangy Dressing

The tanginess of the tomatoes and lemon juice nicely offset your favorite sweetener

This dressing comes together quickly and is surprisingly rich, despite having no oils, seeds, or nuts as a base. The tanginess of the tomatoes and lemon juice nicely offset your favorite sweetener in this recipe—which yields about 1 cup but can be scaled up or down as needed. Try it on any green salad, but also consider putting it on fruit salads or pasta salads!

  • 2-3 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1⁄4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1⁄2 bunch of basil or 3 Tbsp of dried flakes
  • 3-4 Tbsp sweetener of your choice
  • 1-2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 cloves garlic or 2 Tbsp garlic powder

1. Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor.

2. Store this dressing in the fridge. It will keep for about a week.

All the recipes contained in our blogs and books are copyrighted and were created by and are original to us. We’ve been teaching a series of classes on living foods since 2008, certifying nearly 1000 raw chefs worldwide through these workshops.

A grateful heart is a healthy heart

When we experience life through the purifying filter of a grateful heart, we automatically attract more reasons, things, and situations for which to be thankful. The world seems so alive more than we could have ever imagined.

A grateful heart is a happy heart that keeps us present and content in the present moment. When we are grateful, the so-called “challenges of life” fade away as we focus on the joy accompanying our thoughts of gratefulness for whatever comes our way. Amid a grateful heart, we find the peace that passes our human understanding. Even as life’s storms roar about us, we feel peaceful and can be safe harbors for our fellow man who has not yet found peace. This beautiful attitude of gratitude can only come from a heart and a mind rejoicing in gratefulness.

If we awaken to be grateful, any fear or judgments that block us from appreciating ourselves and others are destroyed. We can express our gratitude throughout the day. As we do so, a feeling of contentment and peace comes over us—even when unexpected events occur.

We can set our life’s course with grace and ease as we follow the gratitude star. Because our intentions are focused on being grateful, we begin to think less about ourselves—and more about what is happening within and around us. As a result, everything we encounter becomes more beautiful and significant, holding deeper meaning than in our pre-gratitude lives.

As we practice gratitude, the ego begins to lose power over us. We no longer feel compelled to judge others or ourselves. Instead of seeing life through a lens that focuses on separation and lack, we see it as one great web of interconnection and abundance. Gratitude opens our hearts, minds, and spirits to all that is good in our lives—and in others’ lives too.

As we now see and experience everything through the purifying filter of a grateful heart, we automatically attract more reasons, things, and situations for which to be thankful. The world seems so alive more than we could have ever imagined. Sometimes it is hard to tell if our joy and happiness come from this earthly plain or a celestial dimension. The world bathed in the loving light of gratitude seems ethereal, more stable, trustworthy, and more solid than ever. We reflect on the actuality of this state, and we know that we are one with each other and with the spirit, and all is exactly as it should be.

Outrageous Orange Oil Free Dressing

With only three ingredients this outrageously delicious dressing can be made in less than 5 minutes start to finish

The sweetness and tanginess of this three-ingredient dressing make it a great topping for salads, or you can drizzle it over vegetables or fruit. Top your salad with sunflower seeds or pecans they add a nice crunch that contrasts nicely with the creamy dressing.

Prepare in less than 5 minutes

  • 3 Oranges – Remove the seeds
  • 6 large Dates -soaked overnight
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil
  • Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  • Store in the fridge in a glass jar

Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

All the recipes in our blogs and books are copyrighted, created by, and original to us. In addition, we’ve taught a series of classes on living foods since 2008, certifying nearly 1000 raw chefs worldwide through these workshops.

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