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Day 11 – Avocados and Guacamole

3 Feb

I love avocado. It’s one of my favorites because of its versatility. I use it in all types of recipes, even desserts. Avocados get a bad rep because of their high fat content. But do you really think mother nature would create an unhealthy fruit? Avocados contain monounsaturated fat, which are the healthy kind that […]

Day 2 – Raw Food Snacks – Nut and Fruit Squares

25 Jan

It’s a common complaint of people new to the raw diet that they continuously feel hungry. (I’ve heard it today from my partner, Jason!) One solution to curbing appetite is getting enough healthy fats such as avocado, coconut, nuts, seeds, and plant oils. These fats decrease the risk of heart disease and some cancers, help […]