Many years ago, a nutritionist saved my life by prescribing a low sodium, plant-based diet when my health was in serious jeopardy. Illness-induced, my kidneys and cardiovascular system were compromised, and my gastrointestinal system was a mess. So, for 3 months, I ate nothing but homemade, pureed, vegetable (vegan) soups. Miraculously, I started getting better, and before long my system returned to normal – and I started living again. I have since remained in a systemic remission by maintaining a (almost exclusive) plant-based diet.
I hope you will enjoy the following recipes! Many of the recipes are BDC originals, and others are ones I found to be very appealing, but have modified to be more vegetarian-friendly. While I advocate for phytonutrient-rich plant foods, I have included recipes that will appeal to all types of diets. Fish, chicken and meat can be added to any of the appetizers, salads, and casseroles in this section – depending on your taste.
I hope you enjoy my collection, and please feel free to modify or create your own version. Bon Appétit!
Mexican Chocolate Pudding
If you’re in the mood for a healthy chocolate treat on a cold night, try this pudding! For an extra special dessert, top the pudding with some whipped coconut cream.
Spicy Pumpkin-Squash Soup
Serve this wonderful (healthy) fall soup with hot, crusty, whole grain bread and Voila! You have a VERY healthy, high phytonutrient meal.
Healthy Oatmeal Jewel Cookies
These cookies are so good with coffee for breakfast or, with ice cold almond milk for an afternoon snack.
Healthy “Paleo” Carrot Cake
I have to admit, this cake certainly has calories, but the ingredients are healthier than the original Carrot Cake!
“Magic” Broths
This broth recipe is very easy to make. The recipe was taken from the book, “Food is Your Best Medicine” by Dr. Henry Bieler, M.D. His famous health broth is a recipe for energy, weight loss, and cleansing, and wonderful for a fall or winter Detox!