Chef Tiana’s Health Blog

The soul always knows

Posted on January 10, 2012 by vivainstitute

The soul always knows what to do to heal itself. The challenge is to silence the mind. ~ Caroline Myss ~ How is your soul telling you that it needs to be healed? How does your mind get in the way? For all of us–Lightworkers, in particular–this is one of the most important questions to …

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Online Courses from Viva Institute: Winter 2012 Schedule

Posted on January 10, 2012 by vivainstitute

Whether you want to improve your health, your relationships, your spiritual connection, or your outlook on life in general, we’ve got your class! All of Viva’s online classes are six weeks in length, and are designed to allow you to log in 24 hours a day and learn at your own pace. Click here to …

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“One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer” Smoothie Recipe

Posted on January 1, 2012 by vivainstitute

Overdid it last night? Make a big batch of this smoothie recipe and sip throughout the day. You’ll need a triple shot of this juice! Ingredients 3 ripe bananas 2 tablespoons fresh ginger root, peeled coconut water, orange or apple juice leafy greens of your choice, especially Romaine lettuce, kale or spinach Optional: two cucumber …

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“I can’t believe I ate the whole thing” Detox Juice

Posted on November 25, 2011 by vivainstitute

Overdid things a bit last night? This refreshing and detoxifying juice will reboot your system and leave you feeling clean and light. The celery flushes toxins from the body and is a natural diuretic. Carrot is a natural liver cleanser and stimulates digestion, as do the lettuce and spinach. Add a little fresh ginger for …

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Peach-Perfect Iced Maté

Posted on November 12, 2011 by vivainstitute

We first drank a concoction similar to this when we were at Fruttis juice bar and restaurant in Abadiania, Brazil. If you’ve ever had yerba maté tea (also known as mate), you’ll remember it for its very distinct “toasted” flavor–it tastes a bit like green tea, only smoother and nuttier. Traditionally, people drink it hot, …

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Viva Recipe: Energizing Cucumber Smoothie

Posted on November 7, 2011 by vivainstitute

This refreshing smoothie will wake you up on a sleepy morning! Cucumber helps to remove the built up of toxins and excess waste in the body, which is why it’s often recommended to put a few slices over your eyes to reduce puffiness. Watercress clears up the lungs, improves circulation, and freshens the breath. Finally, …

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(Português) Cursos e Eventos de Novembro, Dezembro e Janeiro 2011/2012

Posted on October 31, 2011 by vivainstitute

” O que mais me marcou foi o lugar, que é lindo; a simpatia e generosidade de TODA a equipe; o cuidado e a delicadeza na receptividade; o acolhimento caloroso da Helena, da Leigh e da Gilvania!” – Regina Vianna, 2011 ” Achei o ambiente acolhedor, a comida maravilhosa, a natureza exuberante. Descansei e desentoxiquei. …

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Smoothie Recipe: Morning Wake-up Call

Posted on September 25, 2011 by vivainstitute

This is a simple recipe to make, low on prep and fancy ingredients. If you’ve been having tummy challenges with your smoothies, check to make sure that you’re not adding too many ingredients—don’t go overboard and throw in everything you find in the fridge! The fresh ginger and parsley in this smoothie will make a …

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How to Make Your Own Nut Milk (Recipe: Vanilla Brazil Nut Milk)

Posted on September 25, 2011 by vivainstitute

After reading more about the way milk products are processed (FULL of hormones) and learning in our Plant Based Nutrition program at Cornell University about the increased amounts of cancer in populations where people consume large amounts of milk products, we decided it was time to kick dairy to the curb.

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Viva’s Favorite: Sunflower Seed Cheese

Posted on September 25, 2011 by vivainstitute

by Matt Amsden, RAWvolution Hands down, this is one of our very favorite go-to recipes. It makes a flavorful dip, works great as a spread in wraps, and is so unfrigginbelievably good that Leigh always claims she’d eat her own hand if it was covered in this spread. It’s THAT good. 1/2 cup fresh lemon …

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