Sari, Author at Alive+Fit

November 25, 2022 Sari

Pine tree needles, sap potent medicine

By Sari Huhtala

Nature lovers and hikers will appreciate the fact that forests are flourishing with medicine year-round; medicine that can help with conditions like pneumonia, not to mention a natural antibacterial ointment, much like the pharmaceutical Polysporin ®. This … [More...]

Soups

November 25, 2022 Sari

Warming pumpkin soup

By Sari Huhtala

There’s nothing quite like a soothing, antioxidant-rich ginger and cardamom pumpkin soup to warm the body, and uplift one’s spirit, while at the same time bolster the immune system.

A touch of cardamom not only brings warmth … [More...]

Natural Healing

October 25, 2022 Sari

Age old 2-ingredient arthritis elixir boosts immunity

By Sari Huhtala

This 2000-year-old elixir made with two simple ingredients is likely the easiest anti-inflammatory tonic you’ll ever create, and, unlike Ibuprofen, it doesn’t come with a risk of side effects. Plus, it doubles as a daily dose of … [More...]

Snacks and sundries

October 25, 2022 Sari

Old-fashioned spelt bread

By Sari Huhtala

This spelt bread is perfect for those who are tired of the wheat belly, but still want to be able to enjoy a piece of toast in the mornings, or a sandwich for lunch. Baking this bread … [More...]

Remedies

October 25, 2022 Sari

Miracle root proven effective for cancer, diabetes

By Sari Huhtala

There’s not much fanfare over the efficacy of dandelion root for treating cancer and type 2 diabetes, although there should be, but perhaps this is due to the fact it’s illegal to cure cancer in North America, … [More...]

Recipes Salads

October 25, 2022 Sari

Lemon poppy seed super salad

By Sari Huhtala

This salad offers up a great way to use up those leftover broccoli stalks, and combines the nutritious goodness of kale and Brussels sprouts, and just enough sweetness to allow all the flavours to meld together for … [More...]

Recipes

September 27, 2022 Sari

Time-saver tomato feta dinner

By Sari Huhtala

A few simple ingredients tossed together in the oven really can create a party in your mouth. A surplus of tomatoes this summer was a great reason for me to experiment with this fast and easy feta … [More...]

Snacks and sundries

September 27, 2022 Sari

The healthy crepe

By Sari Huhtala

Who doesn’t love crepes? If you’ve shied away from indulging in crepes because they don’t jive with your healthy eating plan, you’ll appreciate this old Finnish crepe recipe, turned healthy with a few tweaks. Forget the brain … [More...]

Weight Loss & Fitness

September 27, 2022 Sari

Turmeric rescue remedy for kennel cough

By Sari Huhtala

There is no shortage of research on the benefits of turmeric on human health, and animal health. So, when my then 13-year-old dog Kiko, a lab/vizsla cross, started sounding like an old man with croup I turned … [More...]

Natural Healing

September 27, 2022 Sari

Serotonin-boosting bacteria perfect pain buster

By Sari Huhtala

I hobbled into my garden one day in mid July, flinching with each step, but I was determined to tackle the weeds, despite the stress fracture in my fibula. I’d been trapped in this cycle of pain … [More...]