{"id":79,"date":"2010-03-26T16:06:02","date_gmt":"2010-03-26T20:06:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/?p=79"},"modified":"2010-03-26T16:10:33","modified_gmt":"2010-03-26T20:10:33","slug":"new-measure-weight-loss-class","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/?p=79","title":{"rendered":"New Measure Weight Loss Class"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Raw Food Advantage<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Weight-loss Key #3: Eat more nutrient-dense raw fruits, vegetables, soaked and sprouted nuts, as well as grains and legumes, soaked and cooked. <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Green Smoothie<\/strong><\/p>\n

The best calcium supplement available!<\/em><\/p>\n

1 cup fresh pineapple<\/p>\n

large handful fresh parsley<\/p>\n

6 strawberries, fresh or frozen<\/p>\n

pineapple juice or water, enough to blend<\/p>\n

Blend until smooth.<\/p>\n

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Raw Butternut Squash Soup\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Makes 1 quart.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>You won’t believe how colorful, vibrant and delicious this soup is!<\/em><\/p>\n

2 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed<\/p>\n

1 mango, peeled and cubed<\/p>\n

2 cups orange juice<\/p>\n

\u00be cup coconut milk<\/p>\n

\u00bd cup water<\/p>\n

2 tablespoons raw honey or 5 dates<\/p>\n

dash of salt<\/p>\n

Blend all ingredients until smooth. Serve immediately with a dollop of coconut milk.<\/p>\n

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Kale Salad\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Makes 8 cups.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Colorful and calcium-rich, this salad keeps well in the refrigerator for several days, and the raw kale is surprisingly tender.<\/em><\/p>\n

1\/3 cup fresh lemon juice<\/p>\n

3 tablespoons Bragg Liquid Aminos<\/p>\n

1\/3 cup water<\/p>\n

\u00bd teaspoon garlic powder or 1 large clove, pressed<\/p>\n

1 teaspoon onion powder<\/p>\n

7 cups fresh, raw kale, finely chopped<\/p>\n

4 scallions, chopped<\/p>\n

1\/3 cup raw, soaked or sprouted sunflower seeds<\/p>\n

\u00bd cup red bell pepper, diced<\/p>\n

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  1. Combine first five ingredients in a jar and shake to make the dressing.<\/li>\n
  2. Toss kale, olives and scallions in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to mix. Allow to marinate about an hour or overnight.<\/li>\n
  3. Just before serving, add the sunflower seeds and red bell pepper.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Ranch Dressing\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Makes about 1\u00bd cups.<\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong>Fresh lemon juice is best when it comes to salad dressings, especially this one. <\/em><\/p>\n

    \u00bc cup raw sunflower seeds<\/p>\n

    \u00bc cup sesame seeds (or tahini)<\/p>\n

    \u00bc cup tablespoons lemon juice<\/p>\n

    3 tablespoons fresh onion in chunks<\/p>\n

    1 large clove garlic<\/p>\n

    \u00be teaspoon salt<\/p>\n

    2\/3 cup water<\/p>\n

    \u00bd teaspoon dill weed, dried or fresh<\/p>\n

    2 teaspoons parsley flakes, or fresh<\/p>\n

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    1. Soak sunflower and sesame seeds overnight. Drain water.<\/li>\n
    2. Combine all ingredients except dill weed and parsley flakes in a blender and blend until smooth.<\/li>\n
    3. Add herbs and blend again for about 5 seconds. Will thicken when refrigerated.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Sprouted Lentils<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Soluble fiber of lentils increases 300% in 3-4 days in sprouted seeds, compared to the dried seed. (Soluble fiber helps lower LDL cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar and regulates insulin levels.) Lentil sprouts also contain<\/em> Vitamins: A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, B15, B17, C, K, choline, folic acid, inositol, boron, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, molybdenum, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, sulphur and zinc.<\/em><\/p>\n

      1\u00bd cups dry lentils (3 cups sprouts)<\/p>\n

      1 medium onion, chopped<\/p>\n

      \u00bd red bell pepper, chopped<\/p>\n

      3 cloves fresh garlic, pressed<\/p>\n

      1\u00bd tablespoons Bragg Liquid Aminos (or to taste)<\/p>\n

      2 teaspoons olive oil<\/p>\n

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      1. Soak lentils in water overnight. Allow to sprout for 3-4 days, rinsing twice a day.<\/li>\n
      2. Steam onion, bell pepper and garlic in small amount of water for 2 minutes.<\/li>\n
      3. Add sprouted lentils and Bragg\u2019s and steam, covered for 8-10 minutes.<\/li>\n
      4. Add olive oil, toss and serve.\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Happy Fudge<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Loaded with both omega-3 and omega-6, this fudge will give your mood a boost!<\/em><\/p>\n

        2 cups soaked walnuts<\/p>\n

        \u00bd cup soft dates<\/p>\n

        2 tablespoons ground flaxseed<\/p>\n

        6 tablespoons carob powder<\/p>\n

        2 tablespoons raw honey<\/p>\n

        1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n

        \u00bc teaspoon salt<\/p>\n

        \u00bd cup chopped walnuts for garnish<\/p>\n

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        1. Place in food processor all ingredients except walnuts for garnish, and process until smooth.<\/li>\n
        2. Press into small casserole dish or roll into balls. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts and press them into the fudge.<\/li>\n
        3. Refrigerate for a couple hours to allow fudge to become firm if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          \u00a0Note: soak walnuts 12 to 24 hours to release enzyme inhibitors so that they will be easier to digest and promote health.<\/p>\n

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          \u00a0 The Raw Food Advantage \u00a0Weight-loss Key #3: Eat more nutrient-dense raw fruits, vegetables, soaked and sprouted nuts, as well as grains and legumes, soaked and cooked. \u00a0 Green Smoothie The best calcium supplement available! 1 cup fresh pineapple large handful fresh parsley 6 strawberries, fresh or frozen pineapple juice or water, enough to blend […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/79"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=79"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/79\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":81,"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/79\/revisions\/81"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=79"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=79"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.totalvegetarian.com\/barbarasblog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=79"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}