I’m so excited to share with you guys, my first episode of Nourishing Knowledge by Nelli! This is a series I’ve compiled, of How To’s + Tip’s & Trick’s for making your life in the kitchen a breeze, as well as, letting you in on some “next to nothing” knowledge! I find the function of food so fascinating at how it can be so instrumental in our overall health and happiness! Knowledge is power and I’m here to fill your ear!

MASSAGED KALE GUYS!

Hear me out with this one. I promise it will be your next habit when it comes to this green goddess.

Kale is king when it comes to wellness – full of antioxidants and fiber, aids in the elimination of toxins, and stops cancer causing cells in their tracks. However, it’s super bitter and earthy tasting and has the texture of an alligators back #nothanks!

The magic is in the massage; a technique one of my pal nutritionists lead me on to and has become the only way I consume kale when it comes to salads.

The best part is that it’s literally as simple as 1. put kale in a bowl 2. massage.

During the process of massaging the kale, you are breaking down it’s rough fibers, making it more easily digestible once it reaches your intestines. This increases the bio-avaliability of it’s nutrients and the odds of you absorbing them!

KALE CUBES

My next AH-HA moment with kale for you guys is kale cubes! I find these are the best way to 1. add more kale to your regimen without eating kale salads every night and 2. prevent from wasting because for some reason they like to sell kale in the most GIGANTIC bags ever and it never seems to stay fresh for as long as I’d like it to.

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-Nelli

Would you believe these brownies contain vegetables and actually taste delicious?!

YES! The secret is in my new ebook, Dessert in Disguise. This little book of big dessert ideas has turned into everything I’ve imagined and more! I’ve been using this not only to keep my energy levels at an all-time high, but as a timesaver as we enter the busy season!

WHAT

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The ultimate ebook full of guilt-free dessert recipes that nourish the body. In fact, they’re so nutrient dense, you could have these desserts as a healthy dinner option as well!

The recipes in this book are full of nutrients that give you lasting energy, are digestive friendly, and satisfy your sweet tooth without the use of processed sugar.

The recipes are designed to be low in sugar and rich in nutrients that aid your body in obtaining optimal sleep, help feed the gut microbiome, and balance hormone levels; all while being as delicious as they are nutritious.

The great taste of real food.

They’re a great tool in regulating blood sugar levels with they’re rich fiber content due to each and every recipe being built around vegetables, keeping your hunger in check and your weight under control.

Each bowl is packed with endless amounts of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals from wholefood sources, leaving you with beautiful skin, hair and nails.

Super-simple!

They’re super-simple to make and take less than 10 minutes, start to finish!

I walk you through each step and give you a guide for all the equipment to save you time and a list of recommended brands when building your bowls.

Budget-friendly!

All of the recipes in this book use variations of the same set of ingredients, allowing you to buy in bulk and fit these great flavors into your budget!

Need to substitute, based on your diet needs? Whether that’s vegan, dairy-free, fruit-free, paleo, etc, every recipe has built-in substitutions listed, so that you can tailor them to meet your needs.

WHERE

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Buy now!Happy Bowling!

-Nelli

Let me introduce you to this crazy root from Japan called KUZU, because it’s rocking my world lately! As with all of my dishes…I try to make them serve a nutritional purpose for when I’m in need of something specific, I know just where to turn! By that I mean, as an option for a healthy dessert, as something for a digestive relief, as something for an afternoon pick me up, as something for a healthy snack, as something for hydration, etc. etc. etc.

Kuzu clocks in as one of the most versatile ingredients I’ve cooked with thus far, allowing for the creation of those “purposeful plates” if you will! Kuzu goes great in dinner, dessert, alone, or mixed with nuts, seeds, and fruit! You literally can’t mess it up!

Kuzu, sometimes pronounced (kudzu) is a root native to Japan. It’s been used in Chinese medicine for years for it’s amazing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. With it’s thick viscous like consistency it’s very stomach soothing as it coats the lining, providing you protection. This in combination with it’s high level of flavonoids does wonderful work in strengthening your digestive and circulatory systems.

Kuzu works as a natural stress reliever by promoting your body to produce hormones responsible for a calm state.

It’s been used to treat menopausal and periomenopausal symptoms due to its phytoestrogen content; riding things like hot flashes and night sweats… great tool to add to the box for all my female friends!

From a food stand point, kuzu helps balance the acidity of sweets making it perfect in pair with a dessert!

It’s a class of carbohydrates coming from the root of a vegetable. It’s super low in regards (2g per 1/4 cup) and can be paired along side any other macro/micro nutrients to create a balanced meal. 

Kuzu comes in powder form and looks like little white rocks. It seems unusable when it comes to cooking, so I’ve created a little pudding recipe that makes it super simple to use as you wish. 

I’ve been having this in dinner, dessert, or mixed with random tid-bits almost everyday now for the past few years and my digestive system, hormones, and blood sugar levels are steady and balanced from doing so.

Here’s a video tutorial on how to make my Kuzu Pudding.

Try some of my favorite ways to eat KUZU..

HERE – Mint Matcha Kuzu Creation

HERE – Dessert in Disguise my e-Book full of smoothies that tap into the kuzu pudding jar!

Show me your creations with KUZU by tagging #NourishingNelli on Instagram or Facebook!

-Nelli

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Hello Friends,

My Nourishing TV channel is now up and running! I’ll be posting live recipe demo’s, fitness routines, me being goofy in the Foodio, as well as my thoughts and opinions on the hottest wellness and health trends. Click the link below to subscribe. I’m new at this so you may get a laugh out of it as well, but i’m super excited to get on there and get to know you all!

Move Fast, Eat Slow, Live Well,

-Nelli

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