Recipes: Dinner for Vegetarian Child
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Recipes: Dinner for Vegetarian Child

It is no secret that children don’t like fussy food. Especially when they are younger they often prefer mono foods i.e. to eat one type of food at a time. This is a simple yet nutritious recipe for a growing child. It will give slow burning fuel, plenty of fibre and protein rich. It also contains healthy doses of the important vitamins including calcium, magnesium, potassium and iron.

Recipes: Raw Elderflower Cordial
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Recipes: Raw Elderflower Cordial

The elderberry tree is in bloom across the countryside at this moment, lining the roadside as far as the eye can see. It gives us a heavenly lemon scent, feeds the bees and provides us with free food and medicine. Some things are really free, especially when you purchase from nature’s bounty. When your out walking pick a handful of flowers to make a cordial. This recipe is so simple yet so nourishing and medicinal.

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.