Going Plant Based For New Years? Here Are Some Tips!

Each year people around the world make resolutions to improve their life in the upcoming year. Resolutions geared toward health, fitness and dieting are some of the most common. In recent years, going plant based/vegan has grown in popularity. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater we are here for this trend, we are big supporters of plant based diets and the positive effects it can have on your health/life. Today, we’re providing some tips that can help with sticking to your resolution of going vegan/plant based. Have additional questions? Interested in some nutritional guidance/advice? For any of your needs, feel free to reach out.

Find A Community

When it comes to implementing change, surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals can be a great help. Whether you find a local plant based group in your community or venture online it can be helpful. Facebook, Quora, Reddit and other platforms have different communities for plant based, veganism, etc.

Download The Apps

Navigating a new way of eating can be complicated, luckily some wonderful people have created applications for your phone that can help. HappyCow provides information about different restaurants that provide vegan options. Is It Vegan is another extremely useful application that allows you to scan barcodes and it will let you know if any ingredients may not be plant based/vegan friendly.

Go Slow

When it comes to implementing changes to your diet/lifestyle it can be important to do so slowly. Moving too quickly can be overwhelming and lead to failure. Start slowly, try by making more meals plant based as you slowly cut other products out of your life.

Try New Things

When people try a new way of eating, they often stick to a lot of old habits, avoiding foods they may not have liked many years ago. As you change your diet, taste can actually change. We highly recommend at least trying things you may not have liked before to see if your taste has changed or if a different preparation method works better for you.

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Golden Milk Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Tea

During the cooler months, nothing is quite as nice as a hot beverage to enjoy. Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida is sharing a recipe for Golden Milk Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Tea. This wonderful recipe is not only tasty but also helps to fight inflammation in the body. Have questions about our services? Want more information on naturally fighting inflammation? Ready to schedule an appointment with Dawn Potter? We would be happy to help with any of your needs. Simply reach out today.

The Power of Turmeric

Turmeric is a common spice with a golden yellow color that is derived from the Curcuma Longa root. Turmeric is a good source of “curcumin” which is known to reduce swelling and inflammation in the body. In terms of taste, Turmeric has a somewhat bitter but warm taste and is often used in curry, cheeses, mustards and even butters. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric is often used to treat patients who experience inflammation, swelling or pain.

Golden Milk Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Tea Recipe

• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

• 1 pinch ground black pepper

• 1 teaspoon ginger powder

• 1 pinch ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon maple syrup (or other sweetener)

• 1 cup of preferred nut milk alternative (coconut, almond, oat, etc.)

Combine all ingredients in a microwave-safe cup and heat for 2 minutes or combine all ingredients on the stove and gently simmer for a couple of minutes. Along with this wonderful Golden Milk Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Tea, you can also add turmeric to a variety of other dishes for additional color and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Creamy Lemon Brussel Sprout Pasta (Dairy-Free, Vegan, Gluten-Free)

Are you looking for the perfect creamy pasta recipe that contains no dairy? Do you love the taste of lemon and Italian spices? Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater is discussing Creamy Lemon Brussel Sprout Pasta which is gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan. You can substitute other green vegetables such as spinach, broccoli or even kale. Each one requires a bit of a different cooking technique but tastes great. For this recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Ingredients

1. 15 Brussel Sprouts (Quartered)

2. 1 TBSP Olive Oil

3. 6 TBSP Lemon Juice

4. 1 TBSP Garlic Powder

5. 1 TBSP Onion Powder

6. 1 Can Unsweetened Coconut Milk

7. 1 TBSP Dried Basil

8. ½ TBSP Dried Oregano

9. ½ TBSP Dried Parsley

10. ½ TBSP Dried Thyme

11. ½ TBSP Crushed Red Pepper

12. 1 Box Gluten Free Pasta

Once you have all your ingredients ready and measured out, you’ll follow these instructions.

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

2. Cut brussel sprouts into quarters, toss with 1 TBSP olive oil, ½ TBSP garlic powder, ½ TBSP onion powder and 1 TBSP of lemon juice.

3. Roast brussel sprouts in the oven for 30 minutes.

4. Add 1 can unsweetened coconut milk, 5 TBSP lemon juice, ½ TBSP garlic powder, ½ TBSP onion powder, 1 TBSP dried basil, ½ TBSP dried oregano, ½ TBSP dried parsley, ½ TBSP dried thyme and ½ TBSP crushed red pepper to saucepan, heat on low, stirring occasionally for 15 minutes.

5. Boil water in a large pot for pasta, salt as needed.

6. Add pasta of your choice to boiling water.

7. Remove brussel sprouts from the oven, combine with creamy lemon sauce and top over pasta.

8. *Optional* top with vegan/dairy-free parmesan cheese.

   
   

Let Dawn Potter Acupuncture Know How It Went!

Have you tried our Creamy Lemon Brussel Sprout Pasta? Did you love it? Want to let us know how it was? Email us, we’d love to hear from you about how it went. Have questions? Interested in the treatment options we offer here at Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida? Contact us today, we’re always welcoming new patients and would be delighted to schedule your appointment with us.