Healthy Chocolates
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Healthy Chocolates

Cocoa is a superfood and a complete food for bones and nerves. It is rich in iron, magnesium, manganese, copper, calcium, phosphorous and important amino acids.

Recipe: Organic Spicy Thai Coconut Curry with Irish Root Vegetables
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Recipe: Organic Spicy Thai Coconut Curry with Irish Root Vegetables

Very high in potassium which is good for lowering blood pressure & countering the effects of some medication. Rich in Vitamins A (good eyesight) & C. Because root vegetables grow underground, they absorb a great amount of nutrients from the soil. They are packed with a high concentration of antioxidants and Vitamins. They are a healthy option as they are slow burning and you stay full for longer but without the high calorie content. It is a healthy option for those with diabetes and active lifestyle as it gives a slow release of sugars. This soup is very warming, less cayenne pepper can be used for a milder curry.

Recipe: Nettle & Amaranth Calcium Soup
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Recipe: Nettle & Amaranth Calcium Soup

Amaranth is a complete protein as it contains all the amino acids. Both amaranth & nettles are high in calcium. Nettles are also rich in iron and have natural antihistamine properties. If you are one of the 1 in 5 Irish people suffer from hay fever this soup will improve your symptoms. The combination with other important ingredients is nourishing for the whole musculature & nervous system. Note: When nettles have gone to seed half the quantity as the seed (excellent adrenal tonic) is quite stimulating and the minerals in the nettles more concentrated.

Herbs: The Power of the Dandelion
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Herbs: The Power of the Dandelion

The Dandelion has always been a flower I feel very connected to. I remember using it on warts as children and the funny names given to it. I mostly like it for its stunning colour. This year was a great year for Dandelions they were bigger, brighter and more beautiful then I can ever remember. They have been part of my juicing regime for many years now, which is how I discovered their power in clearing up blemished skin. A few days of juicing the leaves of dandelion and you will see a noticeable improvement with any skin condition. A cleaner iris picture is also evident.