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I’m Lisa Dawes of SLO Nutrition, your nutritionist.

What are Adaptogens? They are a unique class of healing plants that help to balance, increase resilience, restore and protect the body, thus normalizing your physiological function. They have been shown to recharge the adrenal glands, which aids in the response to stress. Here is a list of my six favorites that I recommend to […]

Butternut Squash Cashew Soup – November 2017 Serves: 6 Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cold pressed extra virgin olive oil 1 large white onion, peeled and chopped 1 cup raw, unsalted cashews or cashew pieces 1 clove or 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (may used pre-minced garlic to save this step) 1 large butternut squash, […]

Cauliflower Tabbouleh Salad – July 2017 Ingredients:  1 large head of organic cauliflower  ¾ cup lemon juice  ¾ cup Cold pressed extra virgin olive oil  1 bunch of organic green onions, chopped  2 cups chopped organic Roma tomatoes  1 teaspoon salt  1 teaspoon pepper Directions: 1. Roughly chop […]

Now that summer is finally here with festive beach outings and bonfires to look forward to, it’s the perfect time to experiment with some healthy, guilt-free snack ideas. I absolutely love summertime……the long days, beautiful weather and gathering with friends. I have a handful of “go to” appetizer to share with you that will make […]