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ANTI‑INFLAMMATORY SUNSHINE
SUNFLOWER
Food QUINOA
by Amie Valpone BOWL
During my 20s, inflammation, Removing these foods eliminated Serves: 4
digestive issues and much of my illness, and I have seen Ingredients
chronic pain were my daily the same happen with many of my • ½ cup quinoa
associates. I had no idea how to get clients and readers on my website, • 2 medium zucchini or summer
healthy. I went to countless doctors but thehealthyapple.com.
never got a clear diagnosis or treatment yellow squash, thinly sliced or diced
plan. Sick of getting no answers while Anti‑inflammatory foods help heal • 1 large apple, diced
overloading my body with medications, the body. Antioxidant‑rich produce, • 2 tsp. finely chopped fresh
I turned to an integrative M.D. who such as dark leafy greens and berries,
started me on a journey of healing help our livers flush out harmful toxins. basil, parsley or cilantro,
myself. I had to become my own Instead of refined oils, opt for extra plus more if desired
doctor. Many of my ailments, including virgin olive oil or coconut oil, which • 2 Tbsp. sunflower seeds
candida and leaky gut, were caused are anti‑inflammatory and contain • Juice of 2 medium lemons
by inflammation from the food I was healthy fats. You can also get good fats • ½ tsp. honey, plus more if needed
eating plus other environmental toxins. I from raw or sprouted nuts and seeds, • 2‑3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
realized that getting better had to start avocado and wild salmon. Season your • Sea salt and pepper, to taste
with what was on my plate. plate with fresh herbs and spices. such • Pinch crushed red pepper
Food acts as information for every cell as turmeric, basil, cilantro and thyme. flakes, optional
in our body. When we eat inflammatory These have healing properties and are Instructions
foods, our cells become inflamed, causing much healthier (and more flavorful) than 1. Cook quinoa according to package
swelling, pain and other issues. Some of processed condiments. directions. Remove from heat; fluff
the most common inflammatory foods are with a fork, cover and set aside.
processed foods, vegetable oils (refined oils), The following recipe is a dairy‑, soy‑ 2. Meanwhile, steam the zucchini
gluten, dairy, corn, yeast, eggs (including and gluten‑free dish that’s loaded with in a steamer basket over medium
mayonnaise), soy, peanuts and nightshade anti‑inflammatory ingredients. such heat for about 5‑7 minutes or until
vegetables (including bell peppers, as basil, extra virgin olive oil, quinoa, tender. 3. Add to quinoa mixture
tomatoes, potatoes and eggplant). sunflower seeds and fresh lemon juice. and toss to combine. Add the apple,
Try it and you’ll see ‘eating clean’ can basil and sunflower seeds; toss again.
be exciting and delicious, while fighting 4. In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice,
inflammation from the inside out. honey, olive oil, sea salt and pepper.
Add more honey, if needed. Drizzle
Amie Valpone, HHC, AADP is the editor‑in‑chief dressing over quinoa mixture, and
of thehealthyapple.com. She is a Manhattan celebrity toss to combine. Season to taste.
chef, culinary nutritionist, professional recipe
developer, food photographer, writer and motivational
speaker specializing in simple gluten‑free, soy‑free and
dairy‑free ‘Clean Eating’ recipes.
24 INSPIRE HEALTH November § December 2015
ANTI‑INFLAMMATORY SUNSHINE
SUNFLOWER
Food QUINOA
by Amie Valpone BOWL
During my 20s, inflammation, Removing these foods eliminated Serves: 4
digestive issues and much of my illness, and I have seen Ingredients
chronic pain were my daily the same happen with many of my • ½ cup quinoa
associates. I had no idea how to get clients and readers on my website, • 2 medium zucchini or summer
healthy. I went to countless doctors but thehealthyapple.com.
never got a clear diagnosis or treatment yellow squash, thinly sliced or diced
plan. Sick of getting no answers while Anti‑inflammatory foods help heal • 1 large apple, diced
overloading my body with medications, the body. Antioxidant‑rich produce, • 2 tsp. finely chopped fresh
I turned to an integrative M.D. who such as dark leafy greens and berries,
started me on a journey of healing help our livers flush out harmful toxins. basil, parsley or cilantro,
myself. I had to become my own Instead of refined oils, opt for extra plus more if desired
doctor. Many of my ailments, including virgin olive oil or coconut oil, which • 2 Tbsp. sunflower seeds
candida and leaky gut, were caused are anti‑inflammatory and contain • Juice of 2 medium lemons
by inflammation from the food I was healthy fats. You can also get good fats • ½ tsp. honey, plus more if needed
eating plus other environmental toxins. I from raw or sprouted nuts and seeds, • 2‑3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
realized that getting better had to start avocado and wild salmon. Season your • Sea salt and pepper, to taste
with what was on my plate. plate with fresh herbs and spices. such • Pinch crushed red pepper
Food acts as information for every cell as turmeric, basil, cilantro and thyme. flakes, optional
in our body. When we eat inflammatory These have healing properties and are Instructions
foods, our cells become inflamed, causing much healthier (and more flavorful) than 1. Cook quinoa according to package
swelling, pain and other issues. Some of processed condiments. directions. Remove from heat; fluff
the most common inflammatory foods are with a fork, cover and set aside.
processed foods, vegetable oils (refined oils), The following recipe is a dairy‑, soy‑ 2. Meanwhile, steam the zucchini
gluten, dairy, corn, yeast, eggs (including and gluten‑free dish that’s loaded with in a steamer basket over medium
mayonnaise), soy, peanuts and nightshade anti‑inflammatory ingredients. such heat for about 5‑7 minutes or until
vegetables (including bell peppers, as basil, extra virgin olive oil, quinoa, tender. 3. Add to quinoa mixture
tomatoes, potatoes and eggplant). sunflower seeds and fresh lemon juice. and toss to combine. Add the apple,
Try it and you’ll see ‘eating clean’ can basil and sunflower seeds; toss again.
be exciting and delicious, while fighting 4. In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice,
inflammation from the inside out. honey, olive oil, sea salt and pepper.
Add more honey, if needed. Drizzle
Amie Valpone, HHC, AADP is the editor‑in‑chief dressing over quinoa mixture, and
of thehealthyapple.com. She is a Manhattan celebrity toss to combine. Season to taste.
chef, culinary nutritionist, professional recipe
developer, food photographer, writer and motivational
speaker specializing in simple gluten‑free, soy‑free and
dairy‑free ‘Clean Eating’ recipes.
24 INSPIRE HEALTH November § December 2015
