Sometimes challenges start at the kitchen table.
That’s essentially where this challenge started. As a natural health practitioner, I know how important a balanced diet is, and I know the symptoms of an imbalanced one.
So, I knew what was going on when I started noticing some not-so-great health changes in myself. I also knew why those changes were happening. I was opting for quick foods that were frequently packaged. I was falling into a pattern where I would just toss some poor-quality vegetable on the plate most of the time- to be completely honest, it wasn’t even every time we ate.
I was feeling bad physically, but I also felt like I wasn’t being true to myself in a professional context either.
I decided to approach the new year as an opportunity to change that. Big changes start with baby steps, so here’s what I’ve got planned, and I hope you’ll be interested in joining me in my efforts to introduce more vegetables and a better variety by practicing and finding ways to prepare these foods.
Resources
We’ll be keeping a rolling list for each month here, but don’t be afraid to experiment with other vegetables! Here’s a link to a great website that will show you what fruits and vegetables are seasonal in each month to help guide you in these selections.
Find a great recipe you love? Well, share it, friend! You can email links or recipes to us at LRochaNaturopath@gmail.com and they might make the list of the top 5 recipes for each month!
January Challenge: Beets
I know, we’re coming out swinging, but this is a keystone winter root vegetable. Here are the links for you to check out for this challenge:
How to Cook Beets So They’re Actually Delicious
My Favorite Beet Recipe: Red Root Relish
February Challenge: Parsnips
This cousin of the carrot was in it’s hayday in the New World until the potato showed up, but it’s a great option in so many recipes!
March Challenge: Collards
A staple on southern tables, collard greens are just as popular in Portugal and Brazil!
April Challenge: Nettle
Just trust me here- nettle is a quintessential plant food for spring, and it won’t hurt to eat! The prickly spines it’s known for soften when it’s cooked!
May Challenge: Leeks
Leeks are sadly neglected for the amount of nutrients they provide! Here are some great recipes to help get more vitamin A, C, B and copper into your body!
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