http://virideoasis.com/blogBLOG RSSFri, 17 Apr 2020 21:19:59 GMTFri, 17 Apr 2020 21:19:59 GMThttp://virideoasis.com/blog/how-sibo-impacts-the-liver-and-how-spore-probiotics-can-helpSmall Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of bacteria in the small intestine. While the symptoms of SIBO often include bloating, abdominal pain, and nutrient malabsorption, the condition can also have significant implications for liver health. Here, we'll explore how SIBO affects the liver, how spore probiotics can help mitigate these impacts, and which foods support liver function.How SIBO Impacts the Liver1. **IncreasedFri, 28 Jun 2024 17:17:07http://virideoasis.com/blog/how-sibo-impacts-the-liver-and-how-spore-probiotics-can-helphttp://virideoasis.com/blog/benefits-of-consuming-fermented-foods-during-fall-winter-monthsConsuming fermented foods in the fall and winter can be beneficial for the microbiome and overall health for several reasons:Immune Support: Fermented foods often contain beneficial probiotics, which can help support the immune system. During the fall and winter months, when the risk of colds and flu is higher, a healthy gut microbiome can play a crucial role in immune function. Probiotics can help modulate the immune response and reduce the risk of infections.Nutrient Absorption:Fri, 27 Oct 2023 16:02:56http://virideoasis.com/blog/benefits-of-consuming-fermented-foods-during-fall-winter-monthshttp://virideoasis.com/blog/hot-subject-glutenChew a teaspoon of wheat berries for several minutes or until all that remains is the water-insoluble, gum-like endosperm protein - that’s gluten. Without gluten, yeast cannot perform its leavening function. When wheat flour is turned into dough, this protein becomes elastic and traps gas bubbles released from yeast. Gluten acts as a binder, holding food together and adding a stretchy quality - think of a pizza maker tossing and stretching out a ball of dough. It is worth knowing that gluten,Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:35:09http://virideoasis.com/blog/hot-subject-glutenhttp://virideoasis.com/blog/mindful-kitchenI follow my intuition and learn from intelligent women. With my mind and heart always open, I receive messages from the ladies in my tribe.In 2016, I initiated my "Mindful Kitchen" project for women. Initially, I conducted 3-hour classes where I delivered lectures on specific health issues, while a hired chef prepared dishes based on the event theme. Although these classes were highly successful and popular, I noticed a significant interest in cooking itself. Taking this into consideration, IWed, 26 Jul 2023 12:17:29http://virideoasis.com/blog/mindful-kitchenhttp://virideoasis.com/blog/is-soy-a-healthy-or-unhealthy-food-to-eatAs a Health Coach working with women I’m often asked this question: “Is soy a healthy or unhealthy food to eat?”, “Should I eat soy?”, “What do you think of soy?”, “Is soy good for women?”…Without a doubt, soy is one of the most controversial products on the planet. In fact, ask a handful of health experts “is soy bad for you?” and you’re likely to get a dozen different responses.While some claim that it can disrupt hormone levels, impact your thyroid health and contribute to cancer, othersThu, 24 Mar 2022 18:53:19http://virideoasis.com/blog/is-soy-a-healthy-or-unhealthy-food-to-eathttp://virideoasis.com/blog/juice-me-inIf you decided to wake up your juicer (Spring is a perfect time to do so), please make sure:~ you drink your juice on an empty stomach, never  drink it right after your meal~ drink your juice fresh; per what I have learned while doing Gerson Therapy workshops in Gerson Institute the difference btw. fresh and the hour-old juice may be that some of the enzymes present in the fresh juice are absorbed directly in the mucus membranes in the mouth and esophagus, before reaching the stomach~ useWed, 24 Mar 2021 15:59:14http://virideoasis.com/blog/juice-me-inhttp://virideoasis.com/blog/broccoli-mint-and-spinach-soupThe recipe below was written by me a long time ago. I fixed it especially for women attending my hands-on health-supportive “Mindful Kitchen” workshops I used to lead in Brooklyn, NY and Linden, NJ. When you buy broccoli you may want to learn that the strong (almost blueish) color indicates more carotene and vit C. Broccoli along with cauliflower… belong to a family of cruciferous veggies that strongly support our health on a cellular level. Cruciferous veggies are so important in order toFri, 19 Mar 2021 23:01:58http://virideoasis.com/blog/broccoli-mint-and-spinach-souphttp://virideoasis.com/blog/green-weekend-schedule-sampleIn case you’d like to join my husband and myself in so Called “Green Weekend” challenge I decided to share our one-day menu with you, based on our schedule. Please remember that we are not created equal. We all have our special needs as far as nutrients, types of physical activities, forms of relax, etc. Therefore, please consider my very own schedule as a guideline nothing more and nothing less.8:00 am a large glass of lukewarm water with freshly squeezed lemon juice8:45 am a glass ofFri, 19 Mar 2021 23:28:16http://virideoasis.com/blog/green-weekend-schedule-samplehttp://virideoasis.com/blog/baked-beets-and-strawberry-smoothieI know, the color alone makes you crave this smoothie :) The color signifies that the smoothie is high in anthocyanins, flavonoids which  posses strong antioxidant properties. The smoothie is also packed with  vitamin A, vitamin B-6, and iron. These compounds help protect the liver from inflammation and oxidative stress while enhancing its ability to remove toxins from the body. It is delish too. Give it a try any time soon.Ingredients:1 small baked beet1 ripe banana1 cup frozenFri, 19 Mar 2021 23:31:47http://virideoasis.com/blog/baked-beets-and-strawberry-smoothiehttp://virideoasis.com/blog/green-weekend-introSpring is a perfect time to experiment with raw foods, vegan or vegetarian diets if you ever wondered. It is a good time to put our digestion at ease by avoiding fried foods, sugar, fast foods, cold cuts, limiting animal fats or protein.In TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) “detox” and “cleanse” diets are popular spring approaches to reset the body’s systems after winter’s down time and heavy foods. If you live in sync with your body you will notice that in winter we crave heavier foods than inThu, 18 Mar 2021 23:47:45http://virideoasis.com/blog/green-weekend-introhttp://virideoasis.com/blog/spring-me-inSpeaking of spring and detox it is important to consider the fact that our human bodies are perfectly equipped with so called internal detox system. For the best results you want to keep that detox system up and running on daily basis 365. Supporting all organs involved in filtering and detoxification accordingly is the key to your overall health including your hormonal balance, gut health, immune system, you name it. There’s nothing more supportive to our organs of filtering andTue, 09 Mar 2021 18:02:51http://virideoasis.com/blog/spring-me-inhttp://virideoasis.com/blog/red-bell-pepper-and-butternut-squash-goulashA word from a Functional Health Coach: If you want to keep your weight and health in check then stop dieting and start eating! Quit refined sugar, dairy and gluten, eat healthy fats, make sure you eat enough protein, use herbs and spices in your cooking; clean, home-made, colorful, seasonal, on schedule is the key.Ingredients:1 tbsp avocado oil1 sweet onion, chopped3-4 cloves of garlic, smashed1 tsp wild garlic, dried1 tsp rosemary, dried1 tsp smoked paprika½ tsp turmeric½ tsp cinnamonFri, 06 Nov 2020 17:58:36http://virideoasis.com/blog/red-bell-pepper-and-butternut-squash-goulashhttp://virideoasis.com/blog/cream-of-gochujang-spiced-butternut-squash-soupHave you known that butternut squash has been around for over 5000 years? It is delicious in soups and stews... and it goes well with so many spices and ingredients. Today I mixed butternut squash with a bit of gochujang paste just because... why not ;) This particular soup is a bit spicy but you can always reduce its heat by adding less gochujang paste or curry powder. Finally, when served with coconut milk it becomes milder in taste as well. If you decide to make it let me know how much youWed, 14 Oct 2020 18:53:56http://virideoasis.com/blog/cream-of-gochujang-spiced-butternut-squash-souphttp://virideoasis.com/blog/vegan-leczoCold foods and raw foods are more difficult for your body to break down, which can cause contraction of the digestive system and lead to poor blood circulation. Cooler weather means a slower metabolism. In order to keep my body up-and running I eat more one-pot warm dishes when fall and winter come. Here is an example of leczo I made the other day. Ingredients:2 tbsp olive oil1 red onion, small, dice2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 tsp turmeric1/2 tsp ginger1 tsp smoked red pepper1/2 tspFri, 09 Oct 2020 13:45:06http://virideoasis.com/blog/vegan-leczohttp://virideoasis.com/blog/cream-of-sweet-potatoes-and-candied-almondsEvery day is a great day to enjoy a bowl of delicious soup. I hope you will try the recipe below and if you do, please share a comment with me :) Ingredients2 tbsp rosemary infused olive oil1 medium onion, chopped3 medium sweet potatoes, medium dice1/4 cup roasted coconut flakes2 tsp coriander1/2 tsp ginger, powder1/2 turmeric, powdersalt5 cups veggie broth1 tbsp brown rice vinegar1/4 cup coconut milk, plus some more to garnishProcedure1. Heat the oil. Add the onion, sweetSun, 26 Apr 2020 20:52:24http://virideoasis.com/blog/cream-of-sweet-potatoes-and-candied-almondshttp://virideoasis.com/blog/pinto-bean-and-tahini-soupI may not wear a Chef's apron but I know my tastebuds and my body pretty well :) I know what foods support my body and mind. I know when I feel my best. As a Health Coach I learned to pay attention to every tiny sign my body sends me and respond to it by taking action.The coolest thing I learned about myself in the recent weeks is that I do not favor red peppers anymore! All of the sudden it became a trigger causing belly aches. Which was never a factor in my life! If you are not aware thenFri, 17 Apr 2020 21:19:59http://virideoasis.com/blog/pinto-bean-and-tahini-souphttp://virideoasis.com/blog/chocolate-ganache-tartChocolate ganache sounds very fancy. Chocolate ganache tart will look incredibly festive on every table. Finally, chocolate ganache is so easy to make, just check it out :) IngredientsCrust1 cup pecans, roasted, cooled1/2 cup walnuts, roasted cooled2 tbsp cacao nibs1 tbsp raw cacao powder1 tbsp coconut oil, melted and cooled 1⁄4 tsp sea salt1 tsp cinnamon1 tsp vanilla extract1⁄2 cup dates, pittedFilling1/3 cup canned coconut milk3.2 oz (1 chocolate bar) dark chocolate, orangeSat, 11 Apr 2020 21:53:00http://virideoasis.com/blog/chocolate-ganache-tarthttp://virideoasis.com/blog/delicious-mango-and-apricot-bitesLast time when hubby went grocery shopping there were no dates available but he got dry mangos and apricots. Today when my five year young was trying to convince me to play lego with him for the 10000th time this week I told him: Hugo, let's make energy balls instead. Check out the recipe and if you decide to make those (yes, they are delicious) please share your comment below but most of all enjoy:Ingredients1 cup dry apricots1 cup dry mango1 cup cashews, soaked 1/2 tsp goji berries, drySun, 05 Apr 2020 00:32:27http://virideoasis.com/blog/delicious-mango-and-apricot-biteshttp://virideoasis.com/blog/carrot-and-baked-potato-soupYou often hear that one of the most powerful ingredients you can use prepping your health-supportive and immunity boosting drinks or foods would be turmeric. And, yes I would say that you are correct; curcumin, a major active component of turmeric, is one of the most studied botanicals for its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and anti-cancer properties.I will only mention that to increase its absorption it would be beneficial to mix it with ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper and healthyThu, 02 Apr 2020 18:08:05http://virideoasis.com/blog/carrot-and-baked-potato-souphttp://virideoasis.com/blog/very-berry-swirl-strawberry-and-rose-cheesecakeOne of the things I learned on my journey is that vegan and gluten free cheesecake is a no-brainer for me ;) Check this recipe below and share your opinion after you decide to make it in your kitchen.Sending my best, always.Very berry swirl strawberry and rose “cheesecake”IngredientsCrust1 ¼ cup nuts, I used equal parts of pecans, walnuts and almonds1 cup cherries, dried1 ½ tbsp. coconut oil1 tbsp cacao nibs 1 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp cinnamonpinch of saltFilling1 ¾ cup cashews,Fri, 27 Mar 2020 17:24:16http://virideoasis.com/blog/very-berry-swirl-strawberry-and-rose-cheesecake