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I’ve been having this smoothie several times a week (about 2-3) over the last 3 months, and, believe it is helping to reduce my heavy metal levels, as some of my pre-mature gray hairs are turning back to their normal color. I’ve also added in more minerals which I believe is playing an integral role, too.  See the whole story here: How I am reversing pre-mature gray hair naturally.

Certain foods help to remove excess heavy metals from the body. Namely:

Spirulina: A blue-green algae that has shown promising effects for removing toxic heavy metals including arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury, mainly attributed to its antioxidant activity. (1)

Barley Grass: Antioxidant-rich barley grass powder has been shown to have a protective effect on the liver and possess the ability remove harmful heavy metals in animal studies. (2)

Cilantro: Several studies have shown cilantro’s beneficial effects when it comes to heavy metals. In one study, cilantro helped rats poisoned with lead safely reduce the levels of lead in their body and had a protective effect on the liver, compared to controls. (3) In another animal study, consuming cilantro with lead prevented the lead from depositing in the body’s tissues. (4) In a human case study, a man had all of his mercury “silver” fillings removed from his mouth, which is a process that causes mercury to enter the body.  The following day, he had body scans, and mercury was detected via imaging in all of his organs. He consumed a 100 mg tablet of cilantro 4 times a day for 2 weeks, and his mercury returned to normal levels. (5)

My Take on The Medical Medium Heavy Metal Detox Smoothie

This smoothie is based on the Medical Medium Heavy Metal Detox Smoothie – but my version has a few additions and subtractions to make it more satisfying, tasty, and blood-sugar balancing:

  • I added protein to keep blood sugar stable with the banana.
  • I use water instead of any higher glycemic liquid like coconut water for blood sugar stability.
  • I added flax for added fiber and omega-3s.
  • The added vanilla yogurt (or vanilla extract + nut butter) adds some healthy fat and perfectly masks the “green” taste of the cilantro, spirulina, and barley grass
  • I don’t include dulse, as I prefer to eat my seaweed rather than add it to the smoothie, but you can certainly add it to yours if you prefer.

Heavy Metal Detox Smoothie

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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings1

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients into a blender and blend on high until smooth.

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Next time you want a quick, easy, and delish side dish, make this Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey Mustard Dressing recipe.

Cruciferous vegetables, like Brussels Sprouts, support detoxification, gut health, and hormone balance.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey Mustard Dressing

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings2

Ingredients

Honey Mustard Dressing

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F or 200C.
  • Wash Brussels sprouts, dry them, cut off the bottom stem, and discard any outer or brown leaves then slice in half. If you’re Brussels sprouts are on the larger side, slice them into quarters, so they cook more quickly and evenly.
  • Add them to a baking sheet, and toss with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, using a spoon to move and flip them around halfway. Smaller ones will cook more quickly than larger ones. They should just be starting to brown on the edges and get golden and crisp.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing. In a small bowl whisk together all dressing ingredients.
  • When Brussels are done, spoon 2 tablespoons of the dressing on top and reserve the rest for another use. Toss well and serve.

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Switch up your pasta sauce with this vibrant creamy Carrot Turmeric Sauce instead. It’s packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients, and brings a pop of color to your dinner table. Skip the cashews and black pepper to make it AIP-compliant.

Carrot Turmeric Pasta Sauce

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings4

Ingredients

Pasta

Pasta Sauce

Toppings (Optional)

Instructions

  • Boil a pot of water for the pasta and cook according to directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Heat a medium stockpot over medium heat. Add the oil, then the onion, garlic, and turmeric. Saute, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Then add the carrot, cashews, and broth or water and cover. Cook for 10 minutes, until carrots are tender.
  • Remove the carrot mixture from the heat and carefully transfer it to a blender. Add salt, pepper, and apple cider vinegar. Blend until smooth. (Conversely, use an immersion blender in the pot).
  • Put the cooked pasta in the pot, pour in the carrot sauce, and mix well. To serve, plate and add a sprinkle of hemp seeds and sprouts. Add more salt and pepper to taste as desired.

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These decadent beet brownies hit the spot. Fudgy, moist, and extra chocolatey they are the perfect sweet treat. They are gluten-free and vegan, so the whole family can enjoy them. And go ahead and try the batter – it is out of this world. [Read more…] about Beet Brownies

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If you’re looking for an easy fall-inspired dessert, try this mini Pumpkin Tahini Cream Pie. An omega-3 rich walnut-date crust envelopes a lusciously creamy pumpkin tahini center. The nuttiness of tahini pairs perfectly with the subtle sweetness of pumpkin, date, and pumpkin spice. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and easily scales up. Consider this for a festive Thanksgiving dessert.

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What makes this Pumpkin Tahini Pie a Healthy Indulgence?

  • Dates: Dates add sweetness without the need for refined sugar. They naturally contain fiber which helps keep your blood sugar stable and aids in digestion and regularity.
  • Walnuts: Instead of using refined flours for the crust, we use ground whole walnuts. Aside from protein and additional fiber, they also provide omega-3 which provides anti-inflammatory benefits and stress-busting magnesium.
  • Pumpkin: Pumpkin gives this pie a beautiful bright orange color, and plenty of beta-carotene, which our body converts into skin-clearing vitamin A.
  • Tahini: Tahini is a seed butter made solely from ground sesame seeds. It adds richness and nuttiness, while also providing antioxidants, protein, and fiber.
  • Almond Flour: Almond flour is one of my go-to gluten-free flours, made solely from ground almonds. It adds protein and fiber.
  • Cashew Butter: Cashew butter is lower in fat than other kinds of nut butter, and provides stress-busting magnesium – much needed around holiday time!

Pumpkin Tahini Pie

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Pumpkin Tahini Cream Pie

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings3 tarts

Ingredients

Crust

Pumpkin Filling

Toppings (choose a few)

Instructions

  • First, add the pitted dates to a small bowl of water to soak and plump up. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling. Combine all pumpkin filling ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  • Then, back to the crust: Add walnuts, chia seed, and pumpkin spice to the blender. Pulse until a flour forms. Remove the dates from the water, and squeeze out any excess. Add the dates to the blender and pulse until a dough-like consistency forms. It will be oily and sticky. Then add the almond flour to the blender ¼ cup at a time until a dough-like texture forms. It will be a little crumbly, but stick when pressed together with your fingers.
  • Press the crust into three 4-¼-inch mini silicone tart molds.
  • Pour the filling evenly into the three tarts.
  • Top with desired toppings, such as pomegranate arils, sesame seeds, and shredded coconut.
  • Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.

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