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Figs, Your Healthy Sugar Substitute

I know a thing or two about sugar. I grew up eating loads of sweet cereals and snacks. As a regular reader, you probably know where that went. Not pretty.  Once I made the decision to get off the processed sugar train, I began seeking out healthier foods that would take care of my sugar cravings. It [...]

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Lose Weight By Eating Fat?

When was the last time you read a nutritional label while shopping for groceries? Yesterday? Some time last week? Packaged foods are tricky. Many of the question I hear from audience members at Power of Food events concern the amount of calories found in everyday items such as energy bars, canned soups and frozen dinners. “Adam, I can’t find anything healthy at the [...]

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Everything You Need To Know About Juicing

I’ve been juicing almost daily for 3 years now. I’ve got to say it: Wow! What a difference it’s made. Not too long ago I was having trouble falling asleep at night, suffering from daily energy crashes and carrying an extra 40 pounds around my waist. For years I was confused about which healthy foods my body really needed. Then one day like [...]

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Kid Friendly Spinach Chips

Last week during one of my private Power of Food Lunch & Learn events for a corporate client here in Vancouver, a participant in the audience asked me how to get more greens into her child’s diet. This is a question I hear quite often; It’s a big challenge for many parents. For many decades we have been told to [...]

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5 Natural Ways To Beat Seasonal Allergies

Did you notice your eyes itching when you took your dog for a walk yesterday? How about that trip to the park last week with your children when you sneezed all the way home? Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. Seasonal allergies cause millions of North Americans to experience sneezing, runny nose, skin itching, [...]

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Tropical Guacamole Salad

I opened my refrigerator door last night to prepare dinner with no real plan in mind. It was a sunny day and I felt inspired to make a refreshing fruit salad, especially since I had scored 2 organic pineapples from Whole Foods yesterday morning right after my appearance on the Kid Carson show. The half [...]

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Vitamin C Juicy Juice

Do you remember being told by your parents as a child that it is important to eat foods that contain large amounts of Vitamin C? Why do you suppose that was? Do you think your parents knew why it was important? Do you think they know why today? Do you know why eating Vitamin C foods is crucial to your health or [...]

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Hot & Cheesy Honey Mustard Kale Chips

Ooooh have I got a secret for you. Do you want to know what it is? It’s a super easy and tasty way to eat more greens in your diet without feeling like you need to chug a large glass of tasteless slug or work you way through another bowl of salad. Here you go, [...]

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Wake Up Juice

This morning I woke up and started my day with a fresh juice. Staying properly hydrated right from the moment you wake up is a sure way to avoid any unwanted internal inflammation and this juice is a great way to hydrate yourself. The portions below are for one tall glass. I highly recommend doubling the portions to [...]

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2 Ingredient Kids Snack!

The other day I was prepping some new recipes for my daughter Juliette when I put together this scrumptious 2 ingredient snack ideal for your kids or the kid in you.   Not only are these little treats super soft to chew, but they taste great and are full of healthy protein, good essential fatty acids [...]

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Celebrate with Carrot Cake!

Are you looking forward to all the extra sweets coming your way this holiday season? It is amazing what you discover when playing with plant based foods in creative ways. Using amazing nutrient rich foods such as cashews to create cream based cakes and sauces is easier then you may think. It is just a [...]

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Holiday Almond Butter Vegetable Dip

Are you heading to a holiday potluck soon or looking for a creative, healthy and tasty side dish for your upcoming family dinner? Look no further then my Holiday Almond Butter Vegetable Dip. This dip is a great way to eat your veggies and LOVE IT! Ingredients - Makes 4 cups 2 tbsp almond butter 1 can organic [...]

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What to do with your leftover Pumpkin

What are you doing with your leftover pumpkin from Halloween? I plan to make a pie with mine. I will definitely be topping my pie with these amazing roasted pumpkin seeds that just came out of my oven. Oh yeah! Roasted Pumpkin Seeds 2 cups pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 teaspoon ground cardamom spice 1 teaspoon [...]

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2 Ingredient Power Bar Recipe

I recently received a comment on my Power of Food website asking the following question; Can you give me some information about your 2 ingredient healthy power bar? My daughter is a student nurse and needs to give a presentation on healthy snacks. Many of these folks are diabetic, high blood pressure, etc. I love [...]

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Gluten Free Banana Bread

I am happy to share with you one of my favourite Power of Food recipes in our home. This recipe was once full of heavy refined wheat flour, but those days are long gone. Today I enjoy a diet that is mainly void of glutinous grains and believe this has made a very large impact on my [...]

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Quinoa Vanilla Pudding

One of the biggest questions I get at my speaking events is… “Adam, if I am not eating meat, where do I get my protein?” Do you often wonder where your protein comes from if you do not have a piece of meat on your plate? That was a big question I had many years ago. Thanks [...]

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Goji Chia Jerky Recipe

I know what you may be thinking….. Did Adam really just say Goji Chia Jerky? What is that? This is my version of beef jerky for the manly man (or anyone else) who wants to enjoy a high protein snack while keeping it real! No meat, no gluten, dairy free, no fuss, just beautiful plant based goodness [...]

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Mango Parsley Sunset Salad

Ingredients –Makes 6-8 servings 1 mango – peeled and chopped 4 tomatoes – dice 2 avocados – diced ½ cup olives – chopped 1 clove garlic – minced ½ onion – diced 1 tbls ginger – grated 1 tbls turmeric – grated 1 cup parsley – chopped 3 stocks of celery – chopped Juice from 2 lemons [...]

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Adam’s BBQ Vegan Kale Ribs

I spent the day today in Vancouver sharing the Power of Food with another amazing corporate client of mine. I showed everyone how to make some amazing treats during their High Energy Snacks workshop. What a great group. On the way down I was snacking on my BBQ Vegan Kale Ribs. I was asked by [...]

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Energy Hiking Snacks – What 2 did I take with me?

Do you often wonder what an ideal snack would be to boost your energy while on a hike? Check out the video to see which two amazing foods I brought on my weekend hike that had me feeling fantastic!        

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