Healing Foods

Coconut oil comes from pressing coconut meat and then separating the oil from the milk. It can be used to nourish the body both inside and out. It is a solid oil until temperatures reach about 78 degrees and has a smoke point of 350 degrees. Purchase cold pressed, unrefined coconut oil to enjoy these benefits. Actions Anti-inflammatory Antibiotic Antibacterial Antiviral Antifungal Benefits Feeds the brain which helps with brain function, and memory loss Heart happy oil, c

Olive oil is one of the ancient foods that truly nourish the body inside and out. “It is symbolic of goodness and purity, and the tree is a symbol of peace and happiness”. Make sure what you purchase is a whole food, if you do not choose a high-quality oil, it becomes harmful, not healing. Look for cold or expeller pressed, extra virgin, it should be in a dark bottle, smell strong and “herby” and when placed in a fridge should turn cloudy or harden slightly. Once you have got

Honey is mentioned many times in the scriptures, including John the Baptist living off honey while living in the wilderness and Christ partaking of it after his Resurrection. For those familiar with the Book of Mormon, God guided two different civilizations across the ocean to the promised land (North America), bringing with them honey bees to provide nourishment and healing. All of this leads me to believe raw honey is a pretty important nutrient, healer and gift from God

Ghee is clarified butter – meaning all the milk solids are taken out, leaving just the oil. Because it is now in an oil state it can be stored in a cupboard like oil. It has a high smoke point, making it the perfect cooking oil…and it tastes so good! Ghee can be used in place of oil or butter in recipes. I like to spread it on my toast and use to sauté veggies and for roux. Instructions Start by melting a pound of unsalted butter (I like Kerrygold or make my own from raw mi

Blackstrap molasses is the dark liquid that comes from processing raw sugar into refined sugar. Because it is minimally processed it retains a number of trace minerals that give it many healing benefits. Make sure to purchase unsulfured molasses to ensure you are receiving all these nutrients for building in the body. Benefits Rich in calcium for bone and teeth building. Iron for enriching the blood and helping with anemic conditions. Potassium can ease muscle cramps. Magnes

Actions/Properties Anti-inflammatory Tonic High in iron, calcium, magnesium and other minerals High in plant protein; 15%-18% protein, when combined with wheat or rice it becomes a well absorbed, complete protein. Antioxidant rich Amino acids; lysine and methionine Vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6 Folic acid Cholesterol inhibitors. Uses Strengthens the cardiovascular system, which helps in preventing heart attacks and strokes. Can lower cholesterol Digestive support; also helps with u

Bone broth is made by simmering bones, joints, organs and other animals parts to create a nourishing superfood. Healing benefits including boosting the immune system to aid your body in fighting off illness and promoting a healthy gut . It is also packed with many nutrients and minerals your body is in need of during time of sickness, especially when your body only craves liquids. There is no set recipe to making bone broth, I usually just throw in whatever I have in my frid